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Open Carriages in the 19th Century

Posted on December 12, 2010 by Regina Jeffers

I am writing a new book where I have had to do additional research on early 19th Century carriages. I cannot imagine traveling during this time period. Seven to ten miles per hour was the average speed. Just think how … Continue reading →

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Jane Austen Blog Tour Begins December 16

Posted on December 11, 2010 by Regina Jeffers

Our dear Jane Austen will turn 235 years old on Thursday, December 16. Some of you will remind me that she died some 180+ years ago, but to many of us she lives within our hearts every day. So, in … Continue reading →

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More Holiday Trivia

Posted on December 9, 2010 by Regina Jeffers

** In 1551, Great Britain passed The Holy Days and Fasting Act, which required all British citizens to attend church services on Christmas day. The law still exists on the books. In addition, it requires that no vehicle should used … Continue reading →

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Confusing Words Continue

Posted on December 5, 2010 by Regina Jeffers

Evoke = something to appear, such as a memory Invoke = to call on in prayer; to declare to be in effect Expect = shows confidence or anticipation that something will happen Suppose = to believe or presume to be … Continue reading →

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Operation Homefront

Posted on December 2, 2010 by Regina Jeffers

This year for Christmas I have chosen to take part in Operation Homefront, and I encourage each of you to become an OH Santa along with me. What is Operation Homefront? It is an organization that helps the families of … Continue reading →

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Even More Confusing Words

Posted on December 1, 2010 by Regina Jeffers

Alot is not a word. The confusion comes because people use a lot (meaning much) when a more precise word would serve better. Students must study over a semester or two (not a lot) to pass the AP test. altar … Continue reading →

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St. Andrew’s Day – November 30

Posted on November 30, 2010 by Regina Jeffers

Who was Saint Andrew ? Despite what many may think, St. Andrew, who is the patron saint of Scotland, did not live and work in that country. In fact, his legendary connections to Scotland appeared centuries after his death. Andrew, … Continue reading →

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More Confusing Words

Posted on November 29, 2010 by Regina Jeffers

So, what is the difference between… Poor = lack of financial stability Pore = (verb) meaning to study or read; (noun) meaning small openings in the skin Pour = to flow in a continuous stream Precede = means to go … Continue reading →

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Words that People Frequently Confuse

Posted on November 28, 2010 by Regina Jeffers

As an author, I come across words all the time, which people frequently confuse. Among those are Affect = a verb meaning to influence Effect = a noun meaning result Effect = a verb meaning to cause an action The … Continue reading →

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Nate Ruffin Memorial

Posted on November 20, 2010 by Regina Jeffers

Earlier this week, I wrote about the Marshall University plane crash in 1970. As a follow up to that post, I want to share some follow-up information. A bust of Nate Ruffin was recently unveiled during the 2010 Homecoming Festivities … Continue reading →

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