Writer Cindy dives into the pages of her grandmother’s vintage copy of Italia Mia to uncover Italy in the early 1970s.
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About Cindy
Pun intended. Cindy loves dreaming up witty quips and groan-worthy wordplay almost more than anything else. In fact, you could say this girl just wants to have puns. As an avid fan of the written word and a librarian at heart, she also loves used book stores, especially ones that harbor cats. When she’s not reading or writing, she likes exploring historical roadside America, taste-testing classic cocktails, embarking on meandering thrift shopping excursions, and drooling over vintage handbags and basset hounds.Author Archive | Cindy
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