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Colorful Expression from Colonial TimesSome of the colorful sayings we use come from expressions which originated in earlier times. The original meanings no longer exist, but the expressions are still used today.
A Visit to the Doctor in Colonial TimesThe apothecary shop was the doctor' office, pharmacy, and surgery. Blood letting and purging may not be current medical practice, but some Colonial medicines are still in use today.- Colonial Kids: Academic Learning CoachWhile your turkey is cooking, take a few moments and enrich your child on what life was like for colonial kids.
- How to Create a Colonial Day with Fun, Educational ActivitiesHere are some ideas for creating a fun Colonial Day for and hands-on experience kids won't soon forget. A brief description of five activities for a day full of experiencing Colonial Life.
- Places to Find ArrowheadsArticle gives advice on places to find arrowheads.
- Boxwoods: A Landscape ClassicAs long as their have been civilizations, people have been cultivating boxwoods. They have proven to be both practical and durable, not to mention beautiful. Today they come in many forms and are a favorite of designers and gardeners.
- Where Did the Tradition of Tossing Graduation Caps at Graduation Start?There are always rumors about what started the tradition of tossing your graduation cap in the air as graduation season approaches. Many think it is just a form a rebellion. They are incorrect though.
- Family FunctionsThe family structure serves two anthropological functions: survival in numbers, and childcare.
