We pine for a match between Rafael and Djokovic at the 2014 US Open – alas it’s not to be so. We’ll just have to wait for a meeting of the rackets. The US Open is sure to be riveting nonetheless. Enjoy this letter from a super-fan. An open letter from a Rafael Nadal super-fan: 4 …
Month: August 2014
The History of the Calling Card
The calling card is deeply rooted in the tradition of social etiquette. The calling card first appeared in China during the 15th century and continued to be used throughout the 17th century. During the Victorian Age, the calling card became an essential for all social events, as a way to call new acquaintances at these …
Longing for the 1930s
It’s amazing to reflect on the rise of prices throughout the 20th century and into the 21st century. In the 1930s, a mail order car cost $200, and this pricing includes a box that you can use regularly as a garage. The freight is $50 to transport the car directly to the customer. It’s worthwhile to note …