I'm reading a set of books from 1914 titled Our Wonder World. It is kind of like an encyclopedia set, but not as much information in them. Anyway, I've been very amused at the way in which these books are written. It seems that the author tells you how to feel about things. Because we are building a new house, I was reading a section titled "When you plan your house." Here is an excerpt:
"Many modern houses, especially those of the bungalow type, are so arranged that one enters the living room directly from the entrance porch; but this is objectionable, for visitors must then be ushered directly into the apartment where the entire family may be assembled and where a certain degree of privacy is most desirable. It is much better to arrange for a small hall or for a little reception room, where the caller, who may perhaps have only a business errand, will not be submitted to the embarrassment which he must necessarily feel when he finds himself intruded into the family circle."
Hahahha!
"If the housewife is wise, she will have a large cupboard in the basement for storing preserves and similar delicacies, with broad, adjustable shelves and tight doors."
Are you a "wise" housewife? :)
5 years ago
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Where'd you find those books?! Is there also a book on the proper etiquette of welcoming your husband home in the evening? You know, "freshen up, fix your hair, pick up the house, make sure supper is ready and waiting, let him sit and put his feet up, offer him a drink, blah blah blah?"
Thanks for all the laughs Sarah! Wish we were there playing in the lake with you guys- it's just been rain, rain, rain here =(
I love it! Thanks for sharing.
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