Maryland history

Lizzy’s Latest – Original Washington Monument: Happy New Year 2024!!!

HAPPY NEW YEAR to my family, friends, followers, and visitors!  I suppose by now, you’re used to me arriving fashionably late.  😉  I always seem to be chasing time…story of my life.  Sigh…but, I can never stay away for too long.  The connection I have with you here always draws me back. 😊 And I couldn’t wait to share the set from this photo shoot!  The boots and historic location make this a Heels on the Battlefield classic Lizzy’s Latest trademark blog post. 

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Lizzy’s Latest – Vince Camuto Elisen Buckle Lug Sole Booties

Maryland is such a beautiful state!  To this day, we continue to discover amazing treasures such as the War Correspondents Memorial Arch at Gathland State Park in Western Maryland.  I was so excited to have a fall photo shoot here because of the gorgeous backdrop.  Part of the Appalachian Trail cuts through here and the area is steeped in Civil War history that I was not aware of until we found this hidden gem.  I’m hoping to write more about its Civil War past in future blog posts.  (more…)

Lizzy’s Latest – Homage to the Poe Toaster

Edgar Allan Poe remained true to his art.  He had so many opportunities to lead a life of practicality, but he always found ways to flee complacency.  For Poe’s passion was writing and he was determined to earn a living wage through his fictions.  He would be the first American writer to attempt this, but his efforts never translated to enduring financial success. (more…)

Haunted History – The Legend of Moll Dyer – the Witch of Leonardtown, MD

Perhaps I would have reconsidered the brazenness of this pose had I been more familiar with Moll Dyer’s story.  I contacted the guru of Southern Maryland, my best friend, William, for more insight.  His tongue and cheek response: (more…)