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84Yes, Men Wore Heels and Tights
I know I've thought of the pain of breaking in a new pair of heels and that it's not fair that men get to clomp around in flat, wide, comfortable shoes. They have no idea, I've thought. But, it turns out...
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81You Think High Heels Are Painful...
Ancient Chinese custom, well, not so ancient because it continued into the early 1900's, required that women bind their feet so that they were as tiny as possible. And by tiny, I mean that the perfect length...
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78Milk, Actually Not So Great
I hate to burst your bubble, guys. But milk is actually not the best thing for humans. I know, I know, you see those ads on TV and in magazines that say "Got Milk?" and explain how it's so wonderful for the...
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75The History of Shoes
I love shoes. And I love history. So I decided to combine the two and figure out how shoes have evolved throughout the centuries. And my former blog on foot-binding gave me the idea as well; though I...
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72Finally, some fashion!
Well, all good things must come to an end, and so did the Holy Roman Empire. As it faded into the past, the Dark Ages emerged, overtaking the craftsmanship and style of the elaborate Roman sandles. People...
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69The Craziness of Getting Married
Now before I start receiving any congratulations, I am not getting married at the moment. But my really good friend is and I am standing as bridesmaid in support. I love her to death and the guy she is...
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66The Best Season of the Year
One of my absolutely favorite things about living in New England is the Fall season. It also happens to be the season of my birthday, but that has nothing to do with it...at all...Anyway...driving down any...
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65Maewyn Succat...Otherwise Known As Saint Patrick
Saint Patrick was not Irish by birth. He was actually born in Wales, and then when he was 16, he was kidnapped and sent to work as a slave in Ireland. After escaping, going back to Wales, and entering...
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63Why Thanksgiving?
Thanksgiving does not go back to 1621. Oh, don't get me wrong, the Pilgrims feasted with the Native Americans (specifically, the Wampanoag Indians) during a three-day party, grateful that they harvested...
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62God Bless Us, Every One
Everyone knows that quote from Tiny Tim, one of the most popular Christmas story characters. "God bless us, every one," he exclaims, after Scrooge gets past his arrogance and self-involvement to pay attention...
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