The Mattel Barbie Collector Edition Steppin Out ‘Great Fashions of the 20th Century’ doll is the epitome of the 1930s fashion. The 1930s style is possessed in this collector doll. This doll was released as the third edition in the series of ‘Great Fashions of the 20th Century.’ It became available in stores on January 1st, 1999. The fashions of the Barbie dolls in this collection highlight the biggest style influences of the 30s. This edition of the Barbie Is made specifically with collectors in…
origin you’ll suggest when you’re twelve. “The only reason you had me was so you could get a maid you wouldn’t have to pay,” you’ll say bitterly, dragging the vacuum cleaner out of the closet. “That’s right,” I’ll say. “Thirteen years ago I knew the carpets would need vacuuming around now, and having a baby seemed to be the cheapest and easiest way to get the job done. Now kindly get on with it.” “If you weren’t my mother, this would be illegal,” you’ll say, seething as you unwind the power cord…
Asbestos has been used for centuries. It was known for fire resistant properties even back in Greek and Roman times, it just wasn't called asbestos back then. Marco polo in fact wrote about a magic rug that was cleaned by throwing it in the fire, it is now thought this was a woven asbestos fibre mat. Slaves in roman times used to wear a shirt that was also cleaned by throwing the shirt in a fire, however the Romans also noticed that the slaves that were wearing the magic garment were dying of a…
The Crusades were a series of four Holy Wars that that were intended to reestablish Roman Catholic Christianity in the eastern Mediterranean basin. The Crusades are also referred as the expeditions that Roman Catholic Christians mounted in the effort to recapture Palestine, the land of Christian origins, and the holy city Jerusalem from Muslim authorities. The Crusades were ruthless, bloody and violent wars that disrupted the western hemisphere for over 200 years. Even though that the Crusades…
What excess water can do to your foundation walls and basement Too much water in your basement can be problematic. It can damage foundation walls, ruin carpet, discolor furniture, and lead to mold growth. But the most destruction occurs, when water destroys family heirlooms which include family photos and valuable antiques. If you notice water in your basement, don't panic! It's important to find the source. Homeowners should also have a general understanding of how it affects your basements,…
This image portrays a man and a woman in the foreground, supposedly reading and looking over important documents. To the left of them, in the midground is a man who looks concerned and distressed, but unlike the people in the front, he is standing up. It looks like they are in a cottage, with exposed wood walls. In the background you can see what first drew my eye in this image, the dominant, which is a child standing outside a window. He looks so ‘off’ where he stands, there is nothing but…
Are cats better than dogs? By:Samara Burgess Are cats better than dogs? Well, I think they are! Cats are a smart, calm, and gentle species that love to be petted. On the other hand dogs are hard to take care of because they are just plain hyper! Cats are better than dogs because, cats don't ruin toys unlike dogs that rip toys open. Cats also don’t need a lot of space, but dogs because they are so hyper they need lots of space.Also, cats are natural-hunters that will help keep…
Going to my grandma’s house in El Salvador was like a dream come true. The old home sat upon a hill with acres of green freedom, every hill was covered with splashes of green and a vast forest enveloped her home. It was a secret home for me. As a result, the mysterious home became my fantasy land. In the living room, I could look out my window and observe the peaceful world outside the humble home; I always felt joy to think of my special window. Beyond, the view that mesmerized me like a new…
The Silk Road, extending over 4,000 miles, was a large network of trade routes used in ancient times for centuries to exchange different goods, materials, ideas, and several other different things; good and bad. The Silk Road routes stretched from China through India, Asia Minor, up throughout Mesopotamia, to Egypt, the African continent, Greece, Rome, and Britain1. Silk was very sought after in ancient times, and was only produced in China. The Chinese had kept the secret of silk-making for…
Even though The Hound of the Baskervilles and A Study in Emerald were written by different authors there were a few similarities that stood out to me. These stories were nearly identical in structure with its detailed imagery, argent and over confident main character, and an ever curious companion; however, there was one small difference that I had noticed. From the beginning of both The Hound of the Baskervilles and A Study in Emerald you notice that the Mister Henry Camberley (main character…