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How to Blend American & Nigerian Cultures in a Wedding
Blending two different cultures during a wedding is a tricky feat due to the pressure to recognize both families while still creating a unique occasion. In the case of an American-Nigerian wedding, things are no different. Wedding planning is difficult enough and cultural expectations complicate mat...More...
French Fashion Facts
Since the 16th century, France has been the center of high-end fashion, designing clothing, shoes and accessories that exude elegance and sophistication. From the graceful designs of the old French royal courts to the trendy and stylish lines created by modern-day French fashion designers, French fa...More...
Changing my name after marriage was so easy
I was both excited and worried about changing my name after marriage. I was eager to share my new name with my husband, but worried about how to actually get my name changed. A few ... ...More...
What’S in a Name?
People whose world-view is shaped by US or Western cultures are often mystified by the common practice among Muslim people or other non-western cultures of changing their names to reflect significant changes or commitments in ... ...More...
Facts About Ancient Greek Pottery
Pottery provides the most significant source of information on the evolution of ancient Greek art as large amounts of sculpture and paintings have not survived. The pottery tradition in ancient Greece lasted from 7000 B.C. to 30 B.C....More...
Waste Disposal Methods & Reasons
Waste management involves a messy business - figuring out what to do with people's garbage. Much of waste management works on the redirection of garbage. While some processes do incorporate the actual destruction of waste, many of the waste management methods used today incorporate storage or, ironi...More...
How to Act Like a Redneck
How to Act Like a Redneck. Redneck is a term used to refer to a distinct class of people found in rural areas around the United States and Canada. The term can be insulting when used by an outsider, or a term of pride when used as a self-reference. Generally, a stereotypical redneck is a person unde...More...
Independence Day Traditions in Paraguay
Paraguay is a nation in South America that lies south of Brazil and Bolivia and north of Argentina. It has the unique feature of being the first South American country and the second in the hemisphere (after the United States) to rebel against its colonial master; in this case, Spain. Because of thi...More...
Indian Clubs in Tampa
There are a number of Indian organizations in Tampa, Florida.taj mahal image by Horticulture from Fotolia.comThere are a number of Indian associations in Tampa, Florida. Many of these associations seek to provide cultural awareness to the community at large and serve as support for issues......More...
What Is a Social Mixer?
In a diverse society, everyone comes from different backgrounds and has their own interests. Some interests are more esoteric than others, and it may be challenging to find like-minded people to socialize with as a result. Enter social mixers: These events can be organized by just anybody skilled at...More...
How to Apply Indian Dance Makeup
The women of India are famed for their exotic beauty. Capture that exotic look for yourself with Indian dance makeup. Indian dance makeup enhances every woman's best feature--her eyes. This look can be modified for special occasions, like weddings, or amped up for costume parties and other revelries...More...
Reasons for Moral Decay
Morality is a code of content that helps to guide behaviors, decisions and actions, helping people to choose between right and wrong. The term moral decay is used to describe the lack of moral codes or ethics that can be attributed to a lack of religion, lack of accountability, finances or other re...More...
The Effects the Horse Had on Native American People
Many old-fashioned Western films depict Native Americans riding on horseback, but they did not always have the luxury. The Spanish introduced the horse to North America in the 1600s, and the animal became prized particularly by Plains Indians as a way to travel long distances quickly. Once the horse...More...
Choctaw Indians and the Trail of Tears
The Choctaw Trail of Tears refers to the removal of the Choctaw Nation from their land by the government in the 1830s. Inadequate food and clothing combined with rampant disease and rough terrain produced tragic results for the Choctaw on the 550-mile trek. This relocation, which continued throughou...More...
How to Make a Pentagram With Salt
A pentagram is a star made out of five straight lines. The pentagram has held religious significance in many cultures; it represents the five wounds of Christ in Christianity and is also the central symbol in magical rituals in modern occult practices. Modern pagans draw pentagrams with salt to symb...More...
Why Do the Japanese Leave Shoes at the Door?
In Japan, it is customary to remove ones shoes before entering a home and many businesses and restaurants. Although this custom may seem odd to Westerners, especially Americans, it is considered rude not to do so....More...
Buddhist Newborn Traditions
Newborn rituals differ depending on which Buddhist tradition a family follows and their local culture. Buddhism is divided into three traditions: Theraveda Buddhists, who usually live in southern Asia; Mahayana Buddhists, who usually live in northern Asia; and Tibetan Buddhists. Buddhism is also com...More...
What Is the Meaning of Arch Rock on Mackinac Island?
Arch Rock is a natural rock bridge above the eastern shoreline of Lake Huron on Mackinac Island in northern Michigan. Arch Rock is in Mackinac Island State Park, in a landscape of high limestone bluffs, vistas of sparkling water, forests and strange geological formations....More...
How to Grow a Dancing Bones Cactus
When the word "cactus" comes up, most people think of towering, spiny specimens like Joshua Tree cacti and Saguaros. The Dancing Bones cactus, though, features long, thin, finger-sized growths and a cascading growth habit. This Hatiora cactus grows best in hanging, protected pots and provides bright...More...
Colonial New York
Originally the Dutch colony of New Amsterdam, New York had a vital role in the early history of the Americas. Its central location, both along the coast and between Canada and the Atlantic Coast, gave it significant importance to trade in the region. The colony also saw its share of military battles...More...
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