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Origin of New Year’s Resolutions
What is the origin of making New Year’s resolutions, and is anyone still sticking to their resolution? We are in February and I think, according…
How People Protected Themselves From Witchcraft
The most curious thing people from long ago did to protect themselves from witchcraft was use spells, charms, talismans, amulets, and other forms of folk…
There were 82 Lynchings on US Soil in 1919
As I read through the old newspapers, I am always disgusted by the reports of lynching. The report below, published in 1920, shows how prevalent,…
9 Most Popular Moon Goddesses
Many of us feel drawn to the moon goddesses, especially the more popular ones known in literature and art. Their mystery and power are alluring…
Charm Bag Basics
Basic charm bags have been used for magical purposes for thousands of years. People wear them, carry them in pockets and purses, and hide them…
The Lives of Ancient Egyptian Priests
Ancient Egyptian priests were the religious leaders of the ancient Egyptian people. They served as intermediaries between the people and the gods and were responsible…
The Life and Times of Nikola Tesla
Nikola Tesla was a Serbian-American inventor and electrical engineer. He is best known for his contributions to designing the modern alternating current (AC) electricity supply…
History and Use of Talismans – The Basics
The history of talismans goes back thousands of years. People have been using talismans to protect themselves, to attract hunting game, and to bring rain…
Amazing Facts About Red Hair in Genetics, Culture, and Superstition
Red hair is the rarest natural hair color in the world. It occurs when a person has two copies of the recessive gene for red…
Rose Petals: Symbolism, Meanings, and Uses
For thousands of years people have used rose petals to speak the unspoken words of love and friendship. The petals have been used in skin…