NBC reported today that the source of the smaller bluestone rocks at Stonehenge, England, has been discovered. For years the existence of the fascinating rocks have spurred speculation as to how the rocks, some over thirty feet tall and weighing 25 tons got to their present location. Scientist have determined the “smaller” Stonehenge rocks–some more than thirteen feet tall and up to four …
THE MISSING LINK: A Rose by Any Other Name
In Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet, Juliet says, “A rose by any other name would smell as sweet.” She spoke of Romeo, of course, but what is true of a rose may not be true when you try to apply it to a person. Of course, if she meant what lies within each of us is what matters, I’d have to agree. …
A WINNER FOR STARBUCKS AND A BIG THANKS TO YOU!
What a fun week for the launch of my new website and blog! Thank you to everyone who visited and subscribed ~ you really made my day! My first ever Rafflecopter drawing was absolutely fun to do and I have a winner I’m very thrilled to announce!! Drum roll please : my winner is : NAOMI R!! Congrats to you, …
17th Century Baking Cookie, Cake or Biscuit?
When is a cake not a cake? In 17th century baking, it could be a cookie, cake or biscuit! In researching my family history I was surprised and pleased to find there is one record of my ancestor, Barnabas Horton, listing his profession as a baker. Surprised because he came from a long line of English landowners, was literate and also …
THE MISSING LINK: St Paul’s Shipwreck
Don’t miss my $25 Starbucks Card Giveaway :o) a Rafflecopter giveaway What does St Paul’s Shipwreck have to do with the Missing Link? In most offices Mondays are a busy day, and very much to the point of getting the work week on track and would have no place for a Monday Meandering. And my writing office is really no …
THE MISSING LINK: Is Wanderlust a Gene?
If wanderlust is a gene, I must have it. I have a passion for travel, but I don’t do it enough – though some would say I do. I was born in a car to a father who was a career Navy pilot, and a mother who could make a home anywhere. By the time I was fifteen, I’d live …
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Today I’m celebrating my new blog with a chance to win a $25 Starbucks gift card! Get 3 points – let’s call them stars! – for subscribing for my Book Updates. Of course, if you want to receive my blog, check that too! Also, if you haven’t “liked” my author page yet, just click “like” at facebook.com/AuthorRebeccaDeMarino for two more stars!! …
THE MISSING LINK: How to Find Your Roots
My journey to find my roots came as a surprise to me. History class was not my favorite. In school I found the text books dull, and the assignments overwhelming. My dad, thankfully, could sit down with me and describe a historical event as if he had been there and participated himself. I came away with a clearer understanding of the …
DILIGENCE IN ALL I DO FOR 2014
Diligence, I love the word. I love its cadence, I love its import, I love its challenge. I’m excited to see its impact this year on my work, my relationships, my communion with God.
This Day in History: John White, Virginia Dare and the Lost Colony
On this date in history, July 22, 1587, John White, appointed Governor of the Roanoke colony by Sir Walter Raleigh, arrived with his expedition of 150 colonists. The story of the lost colony of Roanoke is a fascinating one of missteps, misfortunes and intrigue.