Yours Faithfully, Amanda

December 12, 2018 Dear Jane, I know...I also cannot believe that I am writing so soon after my last letter, but as your birthday is fast approaching, I figured that it was my duty to share with you the most lovely and Jane-Austen-filled day from our time in England. Coincidentally, this exciting day also happened to be the pinnacle of our holiday as we finally journeyed to Chatsworth House in Derbyshire. *Insert  Pride & Prejudice  fan-girl scream here.* (Note: If all goes according to plan, you will not have to hear about our summer sojourn anymore come the New Year. Huzzah!) I must confess that this is to be a lengthy letter, so grab a cuppa while you still can. Before I begin in earnest, I must give you and my gentle readers a short  Pride & Prejudice history lesson as it relates to Chatsworth House in modern times, Jane. For those who don't know, Chatsworth House is a stately home belonging to the Cavendish family since the 16th century. More import...

March 23, 2017 Dear Jane, I thought I might share with you a poem I wrote about a year ago and it just so happens that it was inspired by the beloved heroines of your treasured novels. Since it is Women's History Month and the world celebrated World Poetry Day this past Tuesday, it seemed fitting to share a poem about my favorite authoress and her divine leading ladies.  Now before I share my poem, I find myself remembering a humorous and lively conversation between Elizabeth Bennet and Mr. Darcy from Pride & Prejudice :  These two love birds can't fool us.     "And so ended his affection," said Elizabeth impatiently. "There has been many a one, I fancy, overcome in the same way. I wonder who first discovered the efficacy of poetry in driving away love!"    "I have been used to consider poetry as the food of love," said Darcy.    "Of a fine, stout, healthy love it may. Ev...

July 26, 2015 Dear Jane, As I sit at my desk in the comfort of my home in Connecticut, I feel that I am finally at my leisure to write you another satisfactory letter. However, I may be distracted for a few moments as I am currently eating a rather delicious sandwich filled with both peanut butter and raspberry jam. Today, we call this a "PB & J." Ingenious, I know.  Since my last correspondence, I made the joyous (and wise) decision to spend my summer in Connecticut instead of on the dreadfully hot and expensive island of Manhattan. I cannot describe to you how perfectly happy this decision has made me for not only am I saving money on rent (for I found a nice young lady to let my apartment at last), but I can spend some much longed for time with my dear family. I recognise that it is quite improper for a young lady to speak of pecuniary matters, but I was quite certain that you would pay it no mind, Jane! Now comes the difficult part of my letter, Jane... re...