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"Jane was firm where she felt herself to be right." -Jane Austen, Pride and Prejudice

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I'm also a usually quiet, reserved Lady, who enjoys books, tea, baking, and movies! I spend most of my time reading one of my favorite books or wishing I was reading my favorite books. My Grand Passion is history, particularly the Regency Period in England, when Jane Austen wrote, Lord Nelson defeated the French Fleet at Trafalgar, the Duke of Wellington defeated Napoleon, and men were Gentlemen and women Ladies. I cherish the thought of being a Lady and love manners, being proper, and having proper tea. My favorite tea is Twinings, especially Earl Grey or Prince of Wales. My specialty to make is Scones with Devon Cream. I am a Catholic and a Conservative.


Thursday, October 13, 2005

On This Day In History

October 13
1670: The colony of Virginia passes a law that says blacks arriving in the colonies as Christians can't be used as slaves.

1775: The Continental Navy, the predecessor of the U.S. Navy, is established by the Continental Congress. Go Navy!
1792: The cornerstone of the White House was laid. More here.

posted by Lady Jane | 2:18 PM