May Traditions in Poland: From Pagan Roots to Christian Celebrations
Is it spring where you are, or are you heading into fall? If it's spring, you might have given a [...]
The Lion of the Commonwealth: Jan Karol Chodkiewicz
Today I would like to introduce you to a different 17th century hetman (general), one who shared many commonalities with Stanisław [...]
Slaves’ Last Stand at Ram’s Head
Two years ago, I wrote about time my husband and I spent on St. John in the U.S. Virgin Islands, [...]
3 Things You Might Not Have Known About Polish Winged Hussars
With spring right around the corner, I thought I'd lighten things up with some Hussar fun facts. Fun Fact #1: [...]
What would a 17th century Pole eat on Super Bowl Sunday?
Super Bowl Sunday is a big deal in the U.S., and it got me thinking about food—one of my favorite [...]
My Interview with Paper Lantern Writers
I was delighted to be interviewed by Rebecca D’Harlingue at Paper Lantern Writers. In our conversation, we explored the role [...]
Polish Traditions: All Saints Day in Poland
It feels as though traditions abound this time of year. In the US, children dress up in costumes and hold up [...]
From Summer to Fall: Marriage Season in Old Poland
Here in Colorado, we're at the very end of summer and will officially transition to fall three days from now on [...]
The Successor: Great Crown Grand Hetmans of the Commonwealth
Poland in the 17th century was one of Europe's most powerful nations, due in no small part to her military [...]
Recent Discovery of Polish Hussar Armor
An archeological discovery in Poland captured all my attention recently. A man was using a metal detector in Mikułowice (approximately [...]