5 de Mayo and How Beer Companies Turned A Minor Holiday Into America's Favorite Mexican Drinking Day The biggest misconception about Cinco de Mayo is that it commemorates of México's Independence Day. That holiday is, in fact, celebrated on September 16. 5 de Mayo is a minor holiday in Mexico, Cinco de Mayo is actually a commemoration of a victory by Mexican troops in La Batalla de Puebla more that fifty years later, on May 5, 1862 and, according to many people, is more of a U.S. holiday than a Me...
Barefoot Sandals Do you know what they are? Simply, as the name states, sandals with no soles. Turquoise Crochet Gypsy Sandals Are an anklet that extends over the instep decorating it and end in a ring on the second toe. They usually have 2 loops decorated and look like an infinity symbol. Can be used by girls of all ages; You can find them in sizes: Babies, Toddlers, Children, and Women Baby Barefoot Sandals Now... where can be used? These are some very popular uses: Babies and todd...
We've all heard about Antioxidants,but do you really know what the benefits of antioxidants are?Antioxidants have gotten great press, and rightfully so. But how do they work once inside our bodies, and what are some sources of antioxidants? Have you ever seen the bottom-feeder fish in a fish-tank, sucking up all the gunk and grime? Think of antioxidants as molecular-sized, “free radical scavengers” in the fish-tank of your body. Once an antioxidant finds its way into the body, mostly through the foods we...
Woman is the companion of man, gifted with equal mental capacity... If by strength is meant moral power, then woman is immeasurably man's superior... If non-violence is the law of our being, the future is with women... Mahatma Ghandi March 8 Women's Day In 1975, during International Women's Year, the United Nations began celebrating International Women's Day on March 8. International Women's Day has been observed since in the early 1900's In 1908, 15,000 women marched through New York City ...
The Versatile Bobby Pin a simple hair accessory that is easy to use and inexpensive. Bobby pins can go from pinning back your side-swept bangs to perfectly holding your special updo in place for these big days. Remember the days when Bobby pins only came in some shadows for blondes, redheads, brown, or black-haired? The rule was: match your pins with your hair color. Now, bobby pins feature all the colors and styles you can imagine. From bright and neon, to neutral and pastel colors, plain, gli...
Looking for a special and unique gift for your Valentine this year? Handmade items make the perfect Valentine gifts. They are very special, unique, one of a kind, and most importantly made with love! Handmade Items will bring a smile to your Valentine's face, which means more kisses for you!!! The followingHandmade Circle Teamshops are excited and happy to be able to help you with your Valentine Shopping. You can browse any or all these shops by clicking on the Candy Hearts. Also some of thes...
Valentine’s Day is a wonderful opportunity to let the people in your life knowhow much you love and care about them, recognize all the different people you love in your life. Let them know, somehow, what they mean to you, or you can do something special for them. Each year on February 14 people looks for the perfect gift or card for a loved one. Valentine’s Day is celebrated in Many countries around the world. How did this holiday of love and romance originate? What does St. Valentine have to d...
Have you tried the freshests accessories in boot fashion? Boot toppers,Boot Socks boot cuffs, spats If you're sick of wearing the same old boots and want to change things up, you can wear these over almost any pair of boots, slippers or shoes that you like. Much of the shoe is covered, so it's really up to you It creates an illusion that you have a new pair of boots on - so it will look and feel like you're wearing new onesClick on the names to go to theEtsy listing Boot cuffs and fingerless ...
Teach your child to respect other people's traditions and cherish her own. The month of December, or rather the winter season, isobserved by people in many parts of the world as a time for observing many seasonal days. Most of them are linked to the winter solstice in some way, especially in the northern hemisphere. Hanukkah, Christmas and Kwanzaa are the most well-known winter holidays celebrated in USA. We should all celebrate the holidays of others around us in keeping with the spirit of the se...
Why Handmade? Our friendMarsha Bourquin/Head Hag- Bags By Hags explains some of the reasons in today post Why Handmade? Have you considered Handmade Items for your gift giving this year? Think you can get a better quality item from the big box stores? Think the people on your list would rather have something that is massed produced and everyone has one like it? I am here to tell you all the reasons why you shouldMOSTDefinitely consider a Handmade Item this year. Higher Quality- no machine ...
