Tag Archives: crime

Criminal Crafts + Macabre Gingerbread People

Posted on January 6, 2013 by beckyajohnson

I first saw the book Criminal Crafts: Outlaw Projects for Scoundrels, Cheats, and Armchair Detectives in the gift shop during my recent visit to the Mob Museum in Las Vegas. I am a huge fan of craft books with off kilter … Continue reading →

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The Mob Museum

Posted on December 28, 2012 by beckyajohnson

I’ve just returned from a few days in Las Vegas to visit my family for Christmas. Among the many activities I did while I was there was visit the recently-opened Mob Museum, also known as the National Museum of Organized … Continue reading →

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On Transitions (and Overcoming Disappointment)

Posted on August 12, 2012 by beckyajohnson

My husband and I are supposed to leave for Mexico on Tuesday for a six-week language and cultural immersion program. An e-mail arrived yesterday, informing me I could check into our flight up to 72 hours in advance. Because of … Continue reading →

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