Lottie Frances Duckett Nicholson would witness a changing world during a time of great innovation and productivity. Lottie went from guiding her beloved horse, Fashion, through the dusty streets of Baltimore to the emergence of the automobile and paved roadways, much to her dismay. She was also witness to global chaos and upheaval, living through two world wars. And grieved with a mourning nation through two presidential assassinations. But the personal tragedy and betrayal she faced that might well have destroyed another, only served to make her stronger. Regardless of what was imposed on her she never lost her zest for life or her wonderful sense of humor.