Poetry Corner: Afternoon Tea

Photo by Haley Owens on Unsplash The scent of tea leaves, Steaming teapot, My teacup cradled in my hand. The clink of bone china, The imperfect scone tray, Delicate sugar cubes on display. The ruffle of petticoats, Whispering voices, Palpable manners and lingering stares. Although colored with imagination, Sit up straight and embrace it, An

Austenland: Movie Review

Photo by Paolo Chiabrando on Unsplash This month has been my most recent Jane Austen spree. It usually occurs 1-2x every year or so. I will get wrapped up in the Regency era and binge watch Jane Austen and read some of her novels and start a Jane Austen bookclub. Yup, that happened once. Oh

Jane Austen

Photo by Elaine Howlin on Unsplash How has Jane Austen, and her six most well-known novels, survived so well through history? There have been many other books throughout the ages that have captivated generations, and although their titles might be well-known, the details often fade with time. But I would say that Jane Austen’s modern