Saturday, September 29, 2018

Early One Morning. . .

 6:00 a.m. No one is stirring, yet. . .except for me and the cat. . .who seems to be napping himself. . .I enjoy walking through the historic town before it begins to come alive. . .I can imagine better what it was like in 18th century New France. . .It warms my soul and begins the day right. . .

Thursday, September 27, 2018

On the Line. . .


Whoops. . .Someone got their reds in with the whites. . .(grin). . .Actually, these were dyed naturally and hung out to dry, just as it was done in the 18th century.

Wednesday, September 26, 2018

26 September 1797

 

Our new home is rather humble as we await the delivery of the furniture. It will take several months before it arrives by way of the mighty Mississippi River, our primary source of travel. Until then, we will carry on our household as best we can.  

Our journey to Ste. Genevieve in Upper Louisiana was a long one. As we headed north from New Orleans, we began to think we had made the wrong decision. I am haunted with the images of the frontier. Indian encampments were along the river, the threat of attacks always present. Thick forests and underbrush made it impossible to see the land. There were a few villages along the way, populated by farmers given land through the Spanish grants, hunters and trappers. The houses were mostly of logs, as were the trading posts at each stop. A portion of the land was planted in crops but beyond was a virtual wilderness. I was utterly surprised that upon our arrival to Ste. Genevieve we found many homes that were quite nicely built among a genteel civilization of people. There was no need of worry that we would not be met with kindness. It seemed as if the entire population of the little hamlet opened their arms of friendship to us. I think we will do well here. . . .

Monday, September 24, 2018

A Tea Party on St. Mary's Road

Boston has nothing over Ste. Genevieve, where Kandye is planning her own revolutionary tea party at Sassafras Creek Originals. . .in October. . .How exciting. . .By the way, what does one wear to an 18th century tea?

Saturday, September 22, 2018

Our Little Hideaway on Main Street


"The magic is there....It will never leave." G. Franza
We came to Ste. Genevieve for a Spring visit. . .fell in love with its story and people. . .and by August we were the proud owners of a historic home on Main Street. . .What could be more Magical?