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My Daily Round (The Girl's Own Paper, 1897) A collection of essays from "girls who work with their hands" that won a Girls' Own Paper competition - interesting look at working conditions in the late 19th century! The Work of the Light-Vessels (Cassell's Family Magazine, 1881) We've all heard of light-houses, but Britain also employed a fleet of "light-vessels" that served the same purpose. A Night on a Lightship (Cassell's Family Magazine, 1894) A closer look at what life was like on board one of England's "floating lighthouses." An April Chronicle (Demorest, 1889) April is the month the birds begin to return from their winter migrations, and this charming and beautifully illustrated piece looks at spring visitors to the author's garden. A Garden of Gillyflowers (The Girl's Own Paper, 1890) On the lore behind the name of this beloved British blossom. Easter Eggs, and How the Girls Made Them (The Girl's Own Paper, 1881) A look at Easter customs, along with tips on how to decorate Easter eggs in the days before commercial dye kits. The Poacher and His Craft (Cassell's Family Magazine, 1895) Poachers are nearly legendary figures in English history (after all, Robin Hood was first and foremost a poacher of the King's deer!) -- and here's a look at how the "business" was conducted. My Doll's Drawing Room, and How I Furnished It (The Girl's Own Paper, 1894) A wicker chair made from a sailor's hat, a writing desk of matchbooks, and a host of things one can do with cardboard and wire and beads... Ornamental Chocolate Dishes (Cassell's Family Magazine, 1895) I'm inclined to say, if it's chocolate, who cares if it's ornamental? However, in Victorian days, presentation matters - hence in meringues, for example, "the fashion of the moment is for flowers of pink and mauve blended; fawn and mauve are also appreciated..." This has some truly sinful-sounding recipes! Costly Stones: Their Hues and Language (The Girl's Own Paper, 1890) A look at some of the history, mining details, and folklore of various precious stones. Aunt Mehitable's Winter in Washington (Godey's, 1873) This wonderful ten-part series of "letters" written by "Aunt Mehitable" to her loved ones back in Virginia provide a wonderful look at Washington (DC) life and society in 1873. The Washington monument has not yet been built, and in one letter "Aunt Mehitable" urges women across the country to send $1 toward its completion. The series looks at the notable figures of the day, describes fashions and homes in detail, and paints a brilliant picture of life on Capitol Hill. Moorland Idylls 9: A Summer Stroll (English Illustrated Magazine, 1895) A charming walk over the Downs. How Success Is Achieved (Pennsylvania Board of Agriculture Annual Report, 1886) A lighthearted look at the keys to success, intended for farmers but applicable to us all! Poetry Absence of Mind