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Women Religious: Why Did So Many Women Become Nuns in 19th Century Ireland?63

Women Religious: Why Did So Many Women Become Nuns in 19th Century Ireland?

During the nineteenth century in Ireland, the number of women embarking on a religious life increased almost eightyfold. This article looks at some of the factors that influenced the decision that so many Irish women took to enter a life of devotional work and prayer.

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The Columbus Ohio Origins Game Fair Convention On A Budget (Updated For 2012)74

The Columbus Ohio Origins Game Fair Convention On A Budget (Updated For 2012)

The Origins Game Fair game convention in Columbus, Ohio is an excellent place to meet people, play games, and use your brain. There are a lot of costs associated with Origins including entry costs, game costs, shopping, food, and parking. Read to learn some tips for saving money and finding bargains and freebies at Origins.

1 comment    columbus ohio origins game fair
What Breed of Dog is He?!66

What Breed of Dog is He?!

I'm often asked, "What kind of dog is he?" While the running theory is he is a Chihuahua/Pekingese mix, in my heart, it simply doesn't matter. To me, he might as well be an angel.

3 comments    travel pets dog
Dental Implants in NYC: Which Braces Work Best with Dental Implants?66

Dental Implants in NYC: Which Braces Work Best with Dental Implants?

Plenty of patients want to find out whether or not they should choose Invisalign or traditional metal braces for their dental implants. The important question here, however, is if it is safe to get braces right after the dental implant procedure. In...

0 comments    nyc dental implants
Driving To The Columbus Convention Center During The Interstate 670/71 Construction84

Driving To The Columbus Convention Center During The Interstate 670/71 Construction

Currently the interstates surrounding the Greater Columbus Convention Center are undergoing a massive rebuild. The exits typically used to reach the convention center are mostly closed. This hub will give tips on navigating the construction and provide outside links with additional information about the project and its closures and detours.

0 comments    origins columbus ohio
Mitt's Mormonism Shouldn't Matter to Christian Conservatives69

Mitt's Mormonism Shouldn't Matter to Christian Conservatives

In the interest of full disclosure, I am from the State of Utah, the capital of the LDS Church, and know the LDS Church very well. I am not myself a follower of the LDS Church, but am marginally sympathetic about misinformation about the...

0 comments    abortion gay marriage mormon
What Foods Have Up To 60 Different Types of Pesticide Residue On Them When Consumed?69

What Foods Have Up To 60 Different Types of Pesticide Residue On Them When Consumed?

Organic food is “cleaner” than conventionally grown food since it’s grown the “old-fashioned” way without the use of chemicals. Conventionally grown food, however, uses pesticides to keep the bugs away and keep the crop from spoiling...

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Phoenix Comicon Fun For All73

Phoenix Comicon Fun For All

Phoenix Comicon has something for everyone. Come read about what to expect at the next 'Con you visit.

1 comment    anime comics zombies
Origins Game Fair - Columbus, Ohio - The Second Largest Gaming Convention In The World (Updated For 2012)80

Origins Game Fair - Columbus, Ohio - The Second Largest Gaming Convention In The World (Updated For 2012)

The Origins Game Fair is the second largest gaming convention in the world. It is held each year in Columbus, Ohio at the Greater Columbus Convention Center. This year it runs May 30 - June 3, 2012. This con is huge and can be overwhelming. Learn some tips here on attending, parking, eating, and staying at the Origins Game Fair. It is a great place to game and to meet fellow gamers.

1 comment    rpg board games roleplaying
For Successful 21st Century Education: Do We Need Technology to Replace Conventional Pedagogical Tools?81

For Successful 21st Century Education: Do We Need Technology to Replace Conventional Pedagogical Tools?

I happened to come across this question by a hubber, "Should the elementary school students do all of their work on a computer?" Being an educator this question kept sweeping my minds for a while now and mentally I was weighing the pros and cons of...

2 comments    technology pedagogical tools
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