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Legends & Folklore Explore legends and folklore and find answers to questions you’ve always had about old wives tales and hoaxes. Want to get the dirt on an urban legend that’s been passed around lately? How about getting to the bottom of the latest e-mail scams and Internet spoofs? eHow’s got answers for you. Superstitious? Separate truth from fiction with helpful tips from eHow’s legends and folklore experts. Find the truth behind netlore and other web-based rumors and gossip, too.
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Legends of vampires have been part of our culture for years, so it's not hard to imagine a segment of the population who enjoys vampire role playing. With the recent popularity of the Twilight...
Make this a Christmas to remember by bringing the legend of Christmas herbs into your crèche. Not only will they enhance the air but will symbolically tell the story of that first Christmas...
The ancient Egyptians were a very stylish people. Both rich and poor wore jewelry. They also wore flowing linen clothing, which was usually white because the Egyptians did not use dye for a long...
Ever since I was a little girl, I have always heard people ask the question, "Which came first, the chicken or the egg?". This is just a fun little article with my two cents worth -...
Every body needs good luck and good fortune. Having good luck is as much about having a positive attitude as being "lucky". But why take chances? Here's a few tips on how to invite good...
You got an email promising that you'll get a $50 gift certificate if you forward the message on to 10 other people. You got another email telling you about the gangs who target people who flash...
Everyone seems to have the same twisted fascination with the mob. If you were in the mob, what would your nickname be? If you have ever seen any mob movies you would know that every mobster has to...
Please learn to notice the obvious with evil intentions when a spouse or supposed loved one is trying to use deception to keep you around until another prospect is available. It is really quit...
From 1492 through 2001, over 170 disappearances have occurred in the Bermuda Triangle, also known as Devil’s Triangle. The Triangle is imaginary lines off of the southeastern Atlantic coast of the...
Hollywood has filled us with images and false beliefs on what it takes to actually become a vampire. There are many schools of thought on this and I've listed the more commonly believed ones. If...
It is well understood that Chuck Norris is the worlds greatest human being, but many people dont understand why that fact is universally accepted. For those of you wantint to know more of Chuck,...
Imagine uncovering an elaborately decorated treasure chest and lifting the lid to find an abundance of shimmering coins and jewels. Surely this scene would take place on a deserted stretch of...
Making cool quotes can be your legacy. You can forever go down in history as saying "Ouch! That hurt." In a world where there are hundreds of text messages & emails sent everyday...
There are so many ways to celebrate the holidays and cultures around the world each have a celebration during this important time of the year.
There will be a zombie outbreak in 2020 and this article will tell you how to survive it.
There are many superstitions surrounding New Year's Day, and ancient lore that determines whether your New Year will be prosperous or unlucky, depending on a number of factors. Many cultures...
As a child growing up I remember hearing my parents talk of the weather. They would see signs that would point to weather patterns. Signs such as, if it rains while the sun is out, that means that...
We receive flowers when we fall ill, in the hopes that their growing beauty and smell will nurse us back to wellness. We give flowers: to thank people, for facilitating courtship and when...
Though it's not like a bed-time, story-type nursery rhyme; if you don't know how many days are in each month, one of these three li'l ditties might help you? Though its origin is somewhat hazy,...
Although the worship of the Celtic pantheon did not survive the coming of Christianity, the goddesses of the Celtic lands have proved resourceful. While they are no longer called by the name of...
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