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Phrase Origins: For Good MeasureTo learn about this phrase, you should read this article and then read the "Baker's Dozen" article for good measure.
Phrase Origins: May You Live in Interesting TimesIf I've ever told you "may you live in interesting times," I meant it to be a good thing! I had no idea of the true meaning!
Phrase Origins: Hobson's ChoiceHave you ever been offered a choice only to not truly have a choice, but be offered only one thing?
Phrase Origins: Blood, Sweat, and TearsI'd like to say I put blood, sweat, and tears into writing this article. I did do quite a bit of research, but it was hardly the article on which I've done the most research.- Traditional American Songs with Dark OriginsYou'll be surprised to find out the origins of these familiar songs.
- The Origins of Saquatch or Bigfoot as Evidenced in the Fossil RecordIf Sasquatch do exsist, where are the remains? Can evidence be found in the fossil record? Are Bigfoot related to humans? Research that delves into what will certainly be one of the most important scientific discoveries of the 21st Century.
- The Origins of ThanksgivingWhat were the original ideas behind the American holiday, Thanksgiving. You might be surprised by how it all began and when it all started.
- Origin of America's Thanksgiving HolidayHave you ever wondered how the tradition of the celebration of Thanksgiving got started? It began back in 1621 when the Pilgrims set out to find the New World.
- U. S. Goods Content for a NAFTA Certificate of OriginUnited States production for NAFTA trade with Mexico and Canada has to produce goods that fit the U. S. mold. Not every product counts as made in the U. S..
- The Origin of the FreemasonsAre the Freemasons really a group of men that sacrifice and worship the devil or are they a group of men that dropped their religions and chose to understand existence through knowledge.
Phrase Origins: Keep Your Nose to the GrindstoneI know that having to work all the time is not fun, but sometimes you have to keep your nose to the grindstone in order to reach a goal.- "A" Roots Every Anatomy Student Should KnowThe terminology used in anatomy and physiology courses can be difficult to understand at first. Understanding the root words can make it easier to dissect anatomy terms.
Theatre Superstitions and Their OriginsAnyone who has ever been involved in theatre knows that actors can be extremely superstitious. Here is a short list of some of those superstitions along with possible origins as well as any personal experience this author may have had concerning them.- A Fan's Thoughts on the 'Night of the Living Dead: Origins' TrailerA fan's thoughts after seeing the 'Night of the Living Dead: Origins' trailer.
- The Origin of the Barber's Pole: Bloodletting and Hair CuttingThe barber's pole is perhaps one of the oldest symbols of a profession that we have today. However, while everyone knows what the pole means, most people don't think about the grisly connotations it has.
Venom: Dark Origin ReviewEddie Brock is considered one of the greatest villains of all time, thanks to the symbiote that's attached to him, Venom. But what caused him to become such a popular villain? What makes Venom tick? Venom: Dark Origins goes into the past of Eddie Brock.- The Origin of Japan, According to the Shinto ReligionShinto is the religion of ancients and ancestors in Japan, though many aspects of the religion are still practiced in the country today. This is the story of the creation of the islands as dictated from the myths of Shinto.
- Phrase Origins: Cash on the NailIf you've ever needed somebody to pay immediately, did you insist they lay the money on your fingernails?
- Dragon Age 2: Does it Live Up to Its Predecessor?'Dragon Age 2' is the riveting sequel to 'Dragon Age: Origins.' With spectacular gameplay, amazing graphics, awesome enemies and so much more, there is no wonder why it was a much anticipated game for 2011.
- Where Did that Come From? Old Saying and What They MeanHere is a list of seven phrases I hear from time to time. I thought I would find out what the mean and where they came from. Read on!
- Origins of Heraldry Under Scotland's Lion RampantPart one of several educational articles explaining the origins of Heraldry and the British empire from Scotland's Lion Rampant. Articles are fully researched with a lot of original content in each one. .
Thou Shall Never Cross the "Z" Sign. . . OriginsOnce back in the safety of the town, the questions became concerns. . .- Origins of YogaHow yoga started.
Black Money of the Indian & Other National OriginsBlack money and its associated problems are discussed and an elegant solution is proposed. The cause is analyzed to help remedy the situation. The simplicity of the approach should enable its acceptance by all those that are affected.
Phrase Origins: In the Nick of TimePerhaps you really needed to know the origin of the phrase "in the nick of time." If you did and read this when you saw it, this article was published in the nick of time!
Phrase Origins: Get Off Your High HorseI doubt you'll tell me that you know the origin of this phrase before reading this. However, if you do that, and you are incorrect, I think I'd tell you to get off your high horse.- Riding Shotgun: The Origin and Meaning of the PhraseWhile calling out "shotgun" is common practice for reserving the front passenger seat in a car, the actual origin of where the phrase came from is not as simple as it might first appear.
- Dragon Age: Origins Plot Summary - Part 1Excited about Dragon Age II? Get caught up on the story in the first part of this series retelling the plot of Dragon Age: Origins.
Phrase Origins: The Living DaylightsDid the appearance of this article scare the living daylights out of you? Do you know how the phrase originated?- Is 'Dragon Age 2' Just 'Dragon Age: Origins' in Disguise?Bioware promised much with the much hyped 'Dragon Age 2' but failed to deliver. With repetitive maps and a sub-standard plot, the game severely disappoints.
- Origins of EasterA brief historical look at the origins of Easter traditions and symbols. This article discusses why the Easter bunny, Easter eggs and religious traditions are recognized on this holiday.
The Origins of Easter TraditionsA look into the origin of the Easter bunny, Easter eggs, and Easter baskets.
Phrase Origins: PoshDo you live the posh life? Do you think of anybody who travels as living the posh life?- The Origin of April Fool's DayBelieved to have been celebrated since the 16th century, this holiday remains as a celebration of pranks and practical jokes.
The Pagan Origins of Easter TraditionsDo you ever think about where the Easter Bunny or egg hunts came from? Look to pagan traditions for their contributions to Easter.- The Skeletal Muscles: Attachments, Insertions, Origins & Functional GroupsThe muscles operate in groups to move the bones of the body which they are attached to at their origin and insertion.
- Phrase Origins: By DintIf the phrase "by dint" sounds like "by dent," perhaps somebody did get something "by dint" by putting a dent in your head.
- Phrase Origins: Upside DownIf you decide to read this article while standing on your head (but why would you?), you are reading this article while you are upside down.
- Phrase Origins: Inside OutDo you know my phrase articles inside out? If so, that means you know them thoroughly, not that you can actually have the inside of your computer turned to the outside and still read my articles.
- Phrase Origins: Ars Longa, Vita BrevisAre you trying to learn medicine or some skill that takes a long time to learn? Has anybody ever said "ars longa, vita brevis," to you?
