It’s a romantic concept that, while it has a basis in history and fiction, is still prevalent in today’s weddings. Historically, in Medieval Scotland, hand graphics were called for to decide marriages today. It was a ceremony in which the covenants of marriage (with dowries and such) were agreed upon, and the bridegroom exchanged promises […]
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Mar
Mar
Have you ever been warned you’ll grow up to be an old biddy? Ever taken the cake? And did you know that those sayings became a part of the English language thanks to the Irish? Keep reading to discover the meanings of these and other commonly used Irish phrases. Wail of the banshee – Irish […]
Noble lords and ladies, harken to my words for what I speak is true. Renaissance fairs are fine medieval fun for all ages. And there are several to attend in Virginia. Virginia Renaissance Faire – Located approximately 50 miles north of Richmond in Spotsylvania, Virginia. This fair will be held weekends May 19th – June […]
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May
May
Confetti throwers usually throw colored paper in the air during festive events. Several events where confetti is commonly used are weddings, birthdays, showers and anniversaries. A class fit silent launcher provides individual control over the time of launch with the amount of confetti used. The word confetti is of Italian origin. The word literally means […]