Home Theater Design For Small Spaces
One reason that many people who would love the benefits of a home theater avoid making the investment or even considering their options is because they live in situations that allow very little space with which to place the necessary components for a home theater system. The good news is that compact systems are growing [...]
John Lydgate – Valentine Poet For Hire
Legend says that Henry V commissioned a talented poet named John Lydgate to write a valentine for Catherine of Valois, who was Henry V’s intended. This sounds like a simple tale – a loving husband or fianc
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Lupercalia – the Origins of Valentine’s Day?
While Valentine’s Day is certainly a holiday that commemorates St. Valentine, it is possible that the date of celebrations has roots in a far earlier tradition. Just as scholars speculate that the placement of the Christmas and Easter holidays coincide with pagan holidays so that the Christian reformers could “un-paganize” those pagan holidays, so do [...]
The Oldest Valentine in History
Born in 1394, French nobleman Charles of Valois is credited in penning the first Valentine’s Day sentiment. Charles became Duke of Orleans in 1407 after his father was murdered on behalf of John the Fearless, Duke of Burgundy. Charles was a fairly prolific poet, which is where the Valentine’s Day letter comes from, though Charles’ [...]
Ways You Can Make Your Child Want to Exercise!
Childhood obesity is on the rise in this country, and it is likely to continue to increase due to the sedentary lifestyle of today’s youth. With the introduction of video games came a different form of entertainment for kids—one that is impacting their health. Even though it may seem like an impossible chore to get [...]