I was impressed by this lovely lady from history for her advocate of the poor. Margaret was born in 1045 and raised in the Hungarian court. At the age of twelve, she was sent to the English court of Edward, but when the Normans invaded England, her family and her tried to return to Hungary.…Read more »
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TIP for STRONGER NAILS
Posted by in Health, Herbs, Health, & Crafts, women Olive oil can build strong fingernails and soften cuticles. Soak your nails in a mixture of lukewarm olive oil and lemon juice before bedtime. Put on soft cloth or cotton gloves and allow the oil to penetrate overnight. Your nails will gradually resist breakage and chipping.
B is For Bustle
Posted by in Fabulous Photos, history, women A large derriere was in fashion during the Victorian era. The early bustle took a simple form of a padded roll worn around the waist which originally held up the skirt off the ground. When worn, the bustle’s effect was completed with layered fabric, bows, trains, and tassels on the outer garment. In the late…Read more »
Beauty in Fashion
Posted by in women Women’s beautification and fashion had its period of suffering in history. The corset is a great example. Different forms of corsets started from the 16th century until it ended in the 20th century. The tight lacing constricted women’s waists and many believed it reduced their normal waist size by 2-4 inches. In the earlier eras,…Read more »
Improve Your Bone Density
Bone disease leads to an estimated 1.5 million fractures annually for women above 50 years of age. Osteoporosis affects 54 million people. You can’t control genetics, age, and family history, but you can control your lifestyle choices. Research shows that soda, smoking, and obesity contribute to poor bone health. In postmenopausal women, smokers have higher…Read more »
The Woman That Fought for Pants
Posted by in history, Just A Thought, women March was Women’s History Month. I went to the White River Museum to see the displays about the past working women. The museum also had information and books on the subject of women’s voices in the past. I found this story interesting and thought I would share it. It’s about a woman that stood up…Read more »
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