Witches remain one of the go-to costumes for Halloween. Pop culture superstars like this year’s favorite Barbie occasionally rule the roost, but they lack the staying power of vampires, ghosts, ghouls, and witches. While these enduring costumes have also enjoyed brief fad status through movies, books, and TV shows, they… Read more“Map Monday, Witches more than a Popular Halloween Costume”
Category: History
Map Monday, Dog Days of Summer in the US
We’re entering the Dog Days of Summer, but where does that come from? When I was a little kid, I thought it referred to dogs panting. I grew up in Virginia where high humidity and temps near 90° F (32° C) were common during summer afternoons. We adjusted by wearing… Read more“Map Monday, Dog Days of Summer in the US”
Map Monday, A Brief History of the Lighthouse
Everyone loves a lighthouse. The lone majestic tower standing tall on a remote promontory. Its powerful beacon shining across the water as a warning to mariners braving treacherous waters. Its image fills your soul with a sense of adventure, danger, and romance. As proof, this is a picture I took… Read more“Map Monday, A Brief History of the Lighthouse”