Posts Tagged ‘history’
Some Things Are Meant To Be (February 1942- Part II)
As you know, I’ve been trying to get in touch with Larry & Joy’s daughter since early December. I’ve had such mixed feelings about going forward with this project if I could not make that connection and receive the family’s blessing. Despite my internet sleuthing, I don’t think my initial messages were reaching anyone, and…
Read MoreFebruary 1942- Part I
February 1942 The state of Kentucky was heavily involved in supporting WWII war efforts, mobilized as so many were by the attack on Pearl Harbor in December 1941. Plants and factories in Louisville (and across the state) rapidly adapted to the production of Jeeps, synthetic rubber, coal, steel, TNT, vacuum tubes for radios, and…
Read MoreHow Elizabeth Parker Changed My Life (Part II)
(content warning: this post includes mentions of mental health, abuse, suicide) Meet Elizabeth Parker- in her own words: “As i cannot write I put this down simply and freely as I might speak to a person to whose intimacy and tenderness I can fully intrust myself and who I know will bear…
Read MoreA Visit to the Little Loomhouse
Down a narrow road, tucked away in a charming, wooded neighborhood are three historic cabins housing a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving and teaching the history of weaving and textile arts. Today I paid my first visit to the Little Loomhouse. If you’re ever in the Louisville, Kentucky area I highly recommend it! Completely picturesque…
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