Biography Research Update!

Posted on June 2, 2022 by maedez

I’ve been powering through my research into the life and career of musical theater performer J! A considerable amount of the research is too tedious to share here, which is why I created Alternative Muses. Occasionally I come across something too fun to keep to myself or limit to AM, though, and J’s kindergarten scrapbook is one of those exceptions.

I’ve had this scrapbook since the beginning, but due to its delicate nature was too scared to catalog it…until yesterday!

I shared a few of the pieces over on Alternative Muses, but didn’t want you to miss out on this whimsical little bit of childhood history.

CATALOGING J’S KINDERGARTEN SCRAPBOOK

First Book Research Anniversary

Posted on October 7, 2021 by maedez

Huge milestone!

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Today is a milestone! This is a bigger deal than my first wedding anniversary because book research is trickier than marriage. I’m using today to appreciate all I’ve accomplished instead of focusing on all there is left to do.

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ISSUE SIXTEEN [R]evolving Research: Achievement Unlocked

Posted on April 7, 2021 by maedez

I achieved a major milestone a couple of days ago! What is it? Thanks for asking. I finished cataloging the contents of J’s main scrapbook. Hallelujah! I’ve already added the relevant information to her Master Timeline. This means that I can move on to the next phase of research. Not sure what that is going to be, just yet. There are many, many options.

RESEARCH NOTES: WEEKS 23-24

VICTORY: Finally finishing the scrapbook project, obviously.
HAPPY DISCOVERY: I came across a marriage announcement (of sorts) for J and her husband R. Baby steps.
FRUSTRATION: I’m being spread very thin these days. Not enough time. The usual, right?
CURRENTLY READING: Lots of century-old newspaper clippings.
HOURS SPENT ON RESEARCH: Approximately 12, across two weeks.