The Significance of the Celtic Cross

There are many places in the United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland where you will see large numbers of Celtic crosses. Many people confuse the Celtic cross with the High Cross and the Irish Memorial Cross, but it is completely different. The image of this cross is that of a conventional Latin cross with a circle connecting the stem and the arms. One usually associates this as a symbol of the Irish missionaries, but since they are found in England, Scotland and Wales as well as Ireland, it is really seen as a symbol of early Christianity. During the Dark Ages all of these locations did have contact with Ireland. No... Read more »

Understanding the Practice of Name Translations

Name translations refer to the practice of choosing a name in your own language and then having it translated into another language. This is something that can be done through the use of a professional who has training in translating different languages into English or into whatever language you want. There are a number of ways in which you can have a name translated into your language. The first is through the use of the Internet; there are a number of websites that allow you to center your child’s name or even your own name and have it translated into another language. Through the translation, you are also able to find out the origin of the name and its meaning. If you are submitting your name for... Read more »

Kings Of Calamity: English Heritage Search For Britain’s Worst Ever Monarch

Picking someone as Britain’s worst ever ruler is certainly no easy task. How does one pit someone like the Saxon Ethelred the Unready with say the 20th Century’s Edward VIII? In spite of this, a group of high profile historians have got together with English Heritage and come up with a top three failures; a trinity of shame if you will. The first on the blacklist is Mary I of Scotland. More commonly refered to as Mary Queen of Scots, Mary I was crowned Queen of Scotland and betrothed to the infant son of Henry VIII before she... Read more »

An Inside Look at Five of Austin’s Top Museums

Austin, Texas, is well known for its nightlife, but there is plenty to do during daylight hours, too. With a wide variety of museums and cultural centers catering to most every interest, Austin provides visitors and residents alike with countless options for cultural outings. Here is a closer look at five of Austin’s best. 1)Lyndon B. Johnson Library and Museum Dedicated in 1971, the Lyndon B. Johnson presidential library and museum houses the single greatest collection of artifacts and memorabilia from the life and presidency of our nation’s 36th president, including documents, photographs,... Read more »

Profiles in Historical Places in East Austin : French Legation Museum

The French Legation Museum provides a uniquely historic experience. Both a historic site and a house museum, the story behind the establishment of the museum is fascinating, and helps to illuminate a way of life experienced by the residents of old Austin before Texas was a state. Visiting the house and grounds, with its carefully chosen artifacts, brings the story to life. With many cultural events, educational programs, and supplementary information on their web site, the museum preserves and perpetuates a unique piece of Austin’s colorful heritage. The word “legation” originally referred to a diplomatic representative... Read more »

Caring For A New Tattoo

When you finally decide to get a tattoo, the first thing you’ll need to do is find a reputable tattoo artist. Most tattoo artists have several designs that you can pick from. If you don′t find anything you like, you can always ask him to make a custom tattoo. You should always be careful in what you choose, as you’ll have the tattoo for the rest of your life. The design is very important, although not nearly as important as taking care of it. Good tattoo artists will also clean and apply antiseptic ointment to... Read more »

Information To Known Before You Get A Tattoo!

Before you decide to get a tattoo, you should always take a little bit of time to talk to your tattoo artist. When you speak to him, you should be sure to ask questions and find out anything you can about your new tattoo. You should also find out information about his background, and other important bits of information that will assist you in moving forward with your decision. The first thing you should find out is how long the parlor has been in business. This will let you know just how professional the quality of tattoo work is and the overall reputation for the business. If the tattoo parlor belongs to the Better Business Bureau you can always check their... Read more »

Detroit Soup Kitchen Feeds the Body and Soul

Like every other community in the United States, Detroit experienced devastating poverty during the Great Depression of 1929. It was during this time that the city’s poor came knocking at the St. Bonaventure Monastery on Mt. Elliot Street, home of the Capuchin Order. Friar Solanus Casey urged the order to feed the hungry with soup and sandwiches. Eventually, the lines grew to more than 2,000 people waiting for their single meal of the day. The friars knew they had to do more. The friars turned to the men and women of the Secular Franciscans and joined together with them to collect food from farms, make soup, bake bread, and serve... Read more »

Actors: Being the Emotional Physician

Hamlet said: “… we end the heartache, and the thousand natural shocks that flesh is heir to …” It has always been the function of the actor to be the emotional physician, who gives solace, encouragement and freedom of feeling to people who need it - when they need it. This has been the challenge of the actor since the beginning of time. He is the torchbearer of a great tradition a fearless trail blazer into an expanding frontier. The actor must not be afraid to be the catalyst between progress and people. He must approach his calling with authority, humility and fearlessness. As... Read more »

Almost 400 Years Of Detroit History

For hundreds of years, what is now the Detroit area was so important to commerce between Native American tribes that only traders were allowed into the territory. As a city, Detroit wouldn’t begin to shape into its current form until roughly four centuries ago. In the 1600′s, France began establishing forts at strategic locations in North America, in order to try to keep the British from moving west out of New England and to establish a monopoly on trade. Antoine de la Mothe Cadillac felt that the area that had become known as le detroit, or the straits, was an obvious location for a major post. The river was narrow enough that a cannon could... Read more »