Articles written by Quintus Juvenal

Celebrations & Holidays > Birthdays Birthday presents for a boyfriend: 9 of 13

When buying gifts, it really pays to be perceptive. The better you know your boyfriend, the easier it will be to get him the perfect gift. Here are some tips for finding the right gift: - Pay attention to his hobbies, and how he spends his free time (when it isn't with you!). Get him something related. Sometimes this can be ...
Relationships & Family > Friendship Issues & Advice How to build trust in friendship: 5 of 7

Trust is one of the fundamental elements of a good friendship. Consider this: what are you looking for in your friends? What would make YOU trust your friend? Well, they're probably looking for the same in you. Friendship is a reciprocal relationship. Here are a few tips for building and maintaining trust: 1) Be honest with ...
Arts & Humanities > Origins & Firsts in History A history of scissors: 4 of 4

Modern scissors are designed with two opposing blades joined at a central pivot. They make it easy to cut things because of leverage and the principal of shearing. Devices similar to scissors have been around since ancient times, and may have originated in Egypt as early as the 14th century BC. These early metal shears were ...