2014 was a good year for Simon and postcards. I joined Postcrossing.com (and you should also) I sent more than 1100 actual postcards from four countries to about 170 people. And I send 41 weekly eP...Read More
In 1923 postage was 1c but this card still didn’t get sent. Happy New Year Simon I don’t agree with the 1920’s sentiment about the “clouded skies” Happier links: At t...Read More
Christmas Greetings “The usual greeting desiring to vary I’m hoping your Christmas is all to the merry.” Merry Christmas to all From Carrie and Fred circa 1923 Ghosts of Christmas ...Read More
When I visit Siena my Contrade (district) is the Oca (goose). We have won the Palio more than 50 times since 1600. We also have an excellent marching band. Simon Contrade of Siena Marching Bands Ide...Read More
Happy Holidays Everyone! It turns out that there is a reason not to eat latkes and turkey with stuffing on the same day. Why isn’t there a holiday where the traditional food is salad? Simon ...Read More
Happy Thanksgiving and Hanukkah Together for the first time ever! Enjoy overeating and overdrinking but please don’t be overbearing. Simon Yes this is a recycled card see more Thankshanukk...Read More
With all of the tourists and the money that they spend, it seems like they could build some new stuff in Rome! Simon Italy Photo Album Cicero Quote No I’m not in Rome. But I still have some gr...Read More
The mural of good government vs bad government in Siena (circa 1350) shows how equal treatment under the law and term limits lead to prosperity and happiness for all. A brilliant idea! Simon Italy P...Read More