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Celebrations & Holidays > Wedding Traditions & Themes Wedding dresses through the ages: 1 of 11
WEDDING DRESSES THROUGH THE AGES Evidence of wedding dresses can be traced back to ancient times. Roman brides were dressed in softly pleated white robes as a tribute to the God Hymen, symbolizing fertility and marriage. It was also said Hymen was partial to the colour white. A knotted cord was included to ward off evil. A r... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Wedding Traditions & Themes Winter wedding theme ideas: 2 of 18
WINTER WEDDING THEME IDEAS Summer is usually the chosen season for weddings, as the days boast sunshine with blue skies and balmy clear starry skies in the evening. However, winter weddings can be gloriously glamorous and enchanting, with heaps of fluffy white snow and cosy intimate log fire reception halls. It is a good ide... More..
Arts & Humanities > Ancient History Education in Ancient Greece: 2 of 9
Education throughout the Ancient World - most specifically in Ancient Greece - right up to modern day has changed significantly. This important aspect of life was then, and still is, today the back bone of society and the grounding for the future. Education in Greece was never uniform, and differed according to region. Wheth... More..
Sports & Recreation > Hunting Hunting dog training tips: 2 of 5
GO HUNTING WITH YOUR FAITHFUL FOUR LEGGED FRIEND Hunting is a serious hobby and you should carefully consider all the necessary tools required. This includes choosing the correct breed of dog. Popular breeds are Labradors, Golden Retrievers and Springer Spaniels. The above-mentioned breeds all have a love of swimming in comm... More..
Arts & Humanities > Ancient History The festivals of Athens: 1 of 2
Festivals in Greece corresponded to a lunar calendar. They were held in honour of the various gods. Men dominated over festivals praising male gods and women similarly over goddesses. There was much gaiety with song and dance, and typically included a sacrifice to the god being honoured. The sacrifice was served at a banquet... More..
Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: Life lessons: 187 of 360
LIFE LESSONS Life is perhaps one of our greatest teachers and we do not generally pay attention - we tend to take much for granted... until suddenly our perfect world comes crashing down around us. As I walked out of the eye specialist's clinic, still hearing his words continually buzzing around in my head, I realised my who... More..
Arts & Humanities > Ancient History Marriage customs of Ancient Rome: 4 of 7
Modern marriage traditions can be traced back to ancient Roman times, and many remain with us today. From the ring on the third finger of the left hand symbolizing engagement to the traditional white bridal gown and veil, marriage in ancient Rome was an important part of society. Roman marriage was monogamous and both partie... More..