Author: Peony Moss

Images of Black People in European Heraldry

This is a really interesting article. Modern specialists in the science of heraldry suspect, however, that this blazon (coat of arms) of the blackamoor is instead the very opposite of a negative symbol. In the last decade or two it has been pointed out that the moor’s head quite possibly could have referred to St.… Continue reading Images of Black People in European Heraldry

Attention husbands and procrastinators: Calphalon pan for $21.50

I came across this Friday special today when I was trolling around Amazon: This looked like a pretty good deal to me. Today’s the last day to get the free shipping and still have it arrive by Christmas. I was also pleased to see one of Hambet’s favorite library books at a pretty good price:… Continue reading Attention husbands and procrastinators: Calphalon pan for $21.50

Caring for your Introvert

Are introverts oppressed? Introverts may be common, but they are also among the most misunderstood and aggrieved groups in America, possibly the world. I know…. I am an introvert. Oh, for years I denied it. After all, I have good social skills. I am not morose or misanthropic. Usually. I am far from shy. I… Continue reading Caring for your Introvert

Jeane Kirkpatrick 1926 – 2006

Jeane Kirkpatrick died on December 7. I have her 1984 speech to the Republican National Convention in 1984 in the Extended Entry. I’ll never forget hearing it — I think that was the first Presidential election where I was paying attention and was conscious of the issues.