JOURNAL READS
Victorian Love and Poetry: The Story of Elizabeth Barrett Browning
Explore Elizabeth Barrett Browning’s life and love story, including Sonnets from the Portuguese and her courtship with Robert Browning.
February 06, 2026
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Valentines in the Victorian Era
Discover how the Victorians shaped Valentine’s Day through handwritten notes, postal reform, and a growing love of craft, including the work of Esther Howland, often called the mother of the American Valentine.
January 21, 2026
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The History and Heart of Advent
Discover how Advent evolved from ancient European traditions into the meaningful season we know today, and explore simple ways to slow down and savor December rather than rush through it.
November 21, 2025
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