J.L. Oakley
Award-Winning Indie AuthorNovels set in WWII Norway
Novels set in the Pacific Northwest
Hilo Bay Mysteries with a bit of history
About Janet
So glad you came by. I love history and stories, gardening and just being outdoors. (I’ve been tent camping since I was a baby!)
I’ve lived in the Northwest for over 35 years. When I’m not writing, I enjoy delving into local history, looking for little surprises that tell a larger story of my area and the nation’s past, fodder far more novels or non-fiction pieces. I can be found in my garden conversing with chickadees or teaching history hands-on to local grade school students. I churn excellent butter (don’t forget to wash it!) and can spin up a storm.
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What's in Mrs. Hale's Receipt for the Million 1857? 1387. -- Knowledge will aid you even in hand work ; and a good book is a safe refuge in idle hours. Inspiring Words from the Blog de Troops First off, inspiring words came from all the people who commented...
Remembering…
What's in Mrs. Hale's Receipts for the Million 1857? 00 Nothing on this subject. She tends to stick to household hints, rules for young wives, and home surgery. So I venture out on my own. A Place Apart My mom and brother live in Thoreau country. I look forward to my...
Researching Clothing
What's in Mrs. Hale's Receipt for the Million 1857? 157. To make Starch—Dissolve as much starch as will be required in a very small quantity of cold water; then pour boiling water on it till it is of the right consistency, and let it boil once or twice. In mixing...