Bayeux Tapestry – Books, Part Two
Reading about the Bayeux Tapestry made me want to know more background information on the Normans – where did they come from? Why did they want to expand into England? I mean, the… Continue reading
Bayeux Tapestry – Books, Part One
The Bayeux Tapestry seems so modern in its objectivity. It presents what happened, but you can never tell what side it’s on. No individual stands out as looking more handsome and heroic than… Continue reading
Bayeux Tapestry – the Basics
So when we left off yesterday, king Edward of England had finally succeeded in ridding his kingdom of his unwanted adviser, Godwine, and Godwine’s whole family. For a short time it looks like… Continue reading
Bayeux Tapestry – the Backstory
All I wanted was to stay inside for an afternoon, out of the heat, and learn a little more about sail history. “I bet historians have written about the ships on the Bayeux… Continue reading
Textiles at the Briscoe Museum
As many times as I’ve been to San Antonio, you’d think I would have seen every attraction in the city. But when I was there last week, I noticed the Briscoe Western Art… Continue reading
It’s 10 o’clock – Do You Know Where Your Ranger Is?
Let’s play a guessing game a la “Where in the world is Carmen Sandiego?” Even on a warm summer night, I feel a little shiver here. Where do you think we are? … Continue reading
Textile Traditions on Independence Day
This past weekend, we went out to our favorite Hill Country town, Rocksprings, for the re-dedication ceremony for the newly restored 1891 county courthouse. Edwards County has a strong history of sheep and… Continue reading
Waltz Across Texas
We love to go to the Sunday evening concerts at a local winery. Out in the middle of a big field, a couple of hundred people bring in chairs, blankets, and picnics for… Continue reading
For Love of the Game
I never liked any kind of sports when I was a kid. I understood that other people lived for them, but for myself, I never saw any value. I tried to play because… Continue reading
Summer Done Right
As soon as school lets out for the summer, my sister and my great-nephew W come for a visit. We do a little sight-seeing, a little swimming, some chores with the animals, and… Continue reading