Distractions of Grandeur

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Northanger Abbey books fan fiction scrimshaw	Trifles Light as Air Part 48: Her Gratified Heart (Nov. 26, 2022) \| Comments Catterntide had always been an especially joyous tradition to celebrate. There was still a great deal of fun in remembering their past celebrations and sharing it with her family.
fantasy 3SF 2022 scrimshaw	Long Forgotten Glory Nov. 23, 2022 \| Comments February 10 Prompt: Any, any, crown of lilies, written for the Grimms’ fairy tale "Briar Rose."
Northanger Abbey writing holidays history	Thanksgiving and Catterntide Nov. 21, 2022 \| Comments It's almost time for Thanksgiving. This week also marks a holiday I only learned about by looking for seasonal ideas for a Trifles Light as Air installment: Saint Catherine's Day.
Northanger Abbey books fan fiction scrimshaw	Trifles Light as Air Part 47: Improving in Intimacy (Nov. 19, 2022) \| Comments Eleanor was gratified to discover several ladies with whom she could pass a pleasant hour and even a few who seemed to sincerely welcome her company.
Pride and Prejudice 3SF 2022 science fiction alternate universe scrimshaw	Anomaly Part 2: Decaying Orbits (Nov. 16, 2022) \| Comments February 9 Prompt: any, any, on other planets, written for Pride and Prejudice (and direct sequel to "Anamoly").
Northanger Abbey fan fiction theatre	Fic Rec: "Stronger than we are" Nov. 14, 2022 \| Comments And now for something not-so-totally different for this blog: rather than just posting my own fan fiction, I'm going to recommend someone else's.
Northanger Abbey books fan fiction scrimshaw	Trifles Light as Air Part 46: A Dreamer or a Lover (Nov. 12, 2022) \| Comments The pleasantries should have been funny. Instead, a familiar wistfulness descended as had been kept at bay during the last fortnight of his sister's company.
Pride and Prejudice 3SF 2022 books fan fiction scrimshaw	A Very Steady Friendship Part 2: Confession (Nov. 09, 2022) \| Comments February 8 Prompt: any, any, best enemy, written for Pride and Prejudice.