By the 16th century, the immense wealth that the church derived from its great political power had begun to corrupt it. Many began joining the clergy for less than purely religious reasons and many members of the clergy, popes included, succumbed to greed and immorality. The Catholic church of the 15th and 16th centuries was ...
Augusta, GA is the second-largest city in Georgia, home to over half of a million people and serving as the second-largest metropolitan area. Although smaller than Atlanta, Augusta has its own claim to fame and is widely-known for the Masters Golf Tournament. Augusta also has a thriving nightlife, with plenty of bars and clubs for ...
Are you looking to add a few stories about tap dancing to your collection of children’s books? If so, I might be able to help. I know of several that would fit in with such a theme. Each one is suitable for preschoolers and kindergarteners. Here’s a quick peek at five of them: “The Boy ...
Fountains have been added to landscaping by Muslims since ancient times as the desert climate was hot. Fountains kept the surroundings cool and enhanced the beauty of the landscape. In modern times fountains are also being used to provide a focal point in the landscape and enhance its beauty. Landscape fountains come in various sizes ...
Many people get donkeys thinking they are the same as horses – they aren’t. They’re a unique animal with their own view of the world – and of your place in theirs. They’re often said to be stubborn, independent and more difficult than horses. While there is some truth to this, as many horse training ...
Computers have penetrated just about every area of home entertainment. Everything from watching movies to listening to music to playing cutting edge video games takes place on the PC. While high-definition monitors can greatly improve the appearance of the media, find the best PC speakers for top notch audio can be a bit of a ...
1917 marks the beginning of the First Infantry Division, better known as The Big Red One. General John (Blackjack) Pershing arrived in France with the first American Expeditionary Force. The fighting first lead the way for troops in World War One. The troops had a patch with the number one in red on it. During ...
5. Dr. Brandt Dark Spots No More Serum. This serum works to correct, as well as, prevent dark spots. Not only is this wonderful Dr. Brandt addition oil-free, but it is suitable for all skin types. This serum does not contain any parabens, sulfates, or phthalates. Studies have shown that over 90% of women ...
A must see attraction on the island of Oahu is the National Memorial Cemetery. It was built in 1948 in the Pu’owaina Crater, which means Hill of Sacrifice. The Cemetery is also known as the Punchbowl. Among all of America’s National Cemetery’s, this one is known for being beautiful and one the most moving. On ...
What happens when you bump your leg against the side of the table or stub your toe? We all have been in this situation at one time or another. The result is a bruise. Bruises come in all shapes, sizes and colors – from blue to purple to red to green finishing with yellow. Injuries ...