Toponymy is the study of place names, specifically their origin. Since this is a Map Monday feature, toponymy seems like a relevant topic. Wanderlust is a core characteristic of humans. While all of us ultimately trace our origins to Africa, there have been many stops along the way. An earlier… Read more“Map Monday, Toponymy in the US”
Interview with Multi-genre Author D.B. Woodling
Welcome to my blog interviews with novelists, poets, short story authors, scriptwriters, biographers, and anyone else involved in the story creation process. Today’s is with author D.B. WOODLING. Armen: Hello, D. B. WOODLING. Please tell us something about yourself. D.B. WOODLING: I am the often emotionally drained and passionately determined… Read more“Interview with Multi-genre Author D.B. Woodling”
Map Monday, Christmas Gift-giving
Christmas gift-giving is an ancient tradition that pre-dates the founding of Christianity. While many cultures include deep gift-giving customs, the Christian practice traces its roots back to ancient Rome. Saturn Connection Saturnalia was a festival to honor the god Saturn. Initially held on 17 December, in the late republic it… Read more“Map Monday, Christmas Gift-giving”