Winter Delivery
Twice now he came to the door with a parcel and each time, there was nothing for me. Imagine my delight when his visit today brought a book I ordered two weeks ago.
Now I'm the new owner of a pre-loved book, English Through the Ages. A must for all writers of romance set in a bygone era, this book tells me when a word came into common usage.
Armed with this reference book, I can now confidently know the word 'baby' came into use as a term of endearment in 1870. Really. That long ago... Lucky for me my hero and heroine whisper sweet nothings in 1875.
Now if I want my heroine to wear a 'tea gown' for an afternoon of entertaining, well, I'll have to wait another 5 years, as that word entered common English in 1880.
And speaking of gowns, and the delicates underneath... not more than half an hour after my first delivery, another one arrived. Yes, two books in one day!
This time the happy arrival was The History of Underclothes. I know... the things I read!
But come on... when you need to know anything about the chemise, the corset, bustles and drawers... you'll know who to ask, and I'll be pleased to dip into my ever growing library of all things yesteryear and we can find the answer together.
17 comments:
Hello Doroty, I have been think of you lately and wondering how you are?? Still bubbly and here I see, I am so glad.. I have something to share with you.. Will email. Love Crystal
Dorothy, I can't believe I missed your big announcement! CONGRATS! I am so excited for you. I am going to tweet it, too. :-)
I am so glad you got your book...it will be a treasure to you.
I tried to email you but don't have outlook express so couldn't open to send?? My email is crystalmary@y7mail.com if you get around to sending me yours I can reply. xxx
Love that you take your writing and research seriously, Dotti! What cool books! So, exactly when did the corset and bustle disappear from women's wardrobes?! Suffice it to say, I'm just happy they made an exit!! Have a beautiful day! Hugs and blessings!
Oh, the joy of fresh, new books and a growing reference library. I'm glad stiff undergarments and layers of underclothes disappeared. I'm told when you put all that on with a period gown or day frock, you might be uncomfortable but you look and feel like you are like a princess in another time !
Hope your writing and editing is going well...it is so time consuming !
I shall definitely remember you whenever I have a question about underclothes, then. :) So many things to know ...
Hi Crystal Mary, I've sent you an email. Thanks for your warm wishes on my book contract. :)
Rosslyn, I'm thrilled to have you cheering me on! You're such an encourager and blessing! :)
Hi Maria, I think the period between the Great Wars saw the biggest change to women's wardrobes. I'm with you... glad not to be burdened with so many layers and restrictions! Good to hear from you :)
HI Nonna Beach,
You're right! Getting a new book, even a pre-loved one, never gets old! It always makes my day to have a new 'friend' in my hot little hands! :)
Amanda, you were the first one I thought of when these books arrived. I think we should have a 'show and tell' day next time we do coffee! This new one is so interesting... you'll love it!
Hi Dorothy -
I'm ordering both those books! Thanks for the tip.
Blessings,
Susan :)
I could read books like that all day long! Fun!
Hi Susan, I'm sure you'll love them! They are delicious to browse :)
Hi Faith, I'm like you! I wish there was a long day I could set aside to lose myself in these two books. :)
I love the giddy feeling of getting something in the mail! I'll ask you about undergarments when I come across a question or two. :-)
I'm always happy to dig into my treasures for answers to those curly questions! Fire away when you're ready Ceemee :)
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