The Voynich Affair: Chapter 1
Since early childhood, I have been captivated by very old books and documents, especially manuscripts. There’s something about seeing the handwriting …
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Saint Ciarán of Clonmacnoise
I am not particularly religious, but I believe that when you make a promise to a person, you should keep it. …
Conor McPherson’s “St. Nicholas”
Few of us exercise the memory much, but actors do. They think nothing of memorizing page after page of a script; …
Opération Séduction 23: Joy
Joy by Jean Patou (1929) is perhaps the most famous fragrance ever created. It was intended to convey “the Platonic idea of a …
Getting Down to Basics
I love having a fridge stuffed with goodies. But there’s also a certain pleasure in the stage where you’ve used up all …
Our Few And Giddy Days In Dublin
Dublin, it turns out, is a great town for all the things I like. Walking. Viewing gardens with water features. …
Opération Séduction 22: Blue Mediterraneo
Note: If you missed last Monday’s episode (Chapter 21: Mon Studio) because of my double post, it’s here. Blue Mediterraneo …
Fog Head Reserve Sauvignon Blanc 2012
This is what I call a bread-and-honey wine. It’s one of my favorite flavor profiles for a Sauvignon Blanc (the …
Vegan Night at Linnet’s
You wouldn’t know it from my cheese obsession, but I am fond of vegan cooking. Vegan cuisine also holds great interest …
Talismans Part 4: Fangirl Amulets
I have written before about my interest in talismans, shrines, and amulets, especially when they occur in miniature or jewelry …
Linnet Moss 