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Laundry DayAbout the simplicity or complexity of doing laundry based on an African-American woman named Sally Barnes Aztec and the City of Tenochtitlan - a Brief HistoryWith the Aztecs, archaeology merges fully with history. The picture and rebus writing of the Aztec manuscripts and the accounts of Bernal Diaz del Castillo and Bernardino Sahagun are sources as important as the monuments of Tenochtitlan which lie beneath the streets of modern Mexico City. Kokopelli: a Humpbacked Flute PlayerKokopelli is a fertility deity, who is worshipped by many Native American Indian tribes in the Southwest. And like most fertility deities, Kokopelli presides over both childbirth and agriculture. He is also thought to be a trickster god, traveling trader, insect, musician, warrior and hunting magician. 
Rise Aand Fall of Prior CivilizationsIt is ironic that the very same monetary issues that caused the fall of prior civilizations is happening to our society today. Time to get off of the "complacency couch" and read.
Famous Quotes on MoneyA complilation of the many quotes on money throughout the world's history. Ironic, that what happened thousands of years ago can still happen today.
One World OrderA layman's analysis of world events that have occurred that causes one to begin to question our "elite in Washington". The reality of the "beauty of death" and why no one has ever created life, but can still take life. My personal feelings about our world in general. 
The Confederacy Exposed!I don't care how much old southerners can prove that the north was more involved in slavery than the south, that still does not change the fact that the Confederate States would have either been an absolute disaster or terror had it won its independence. 
Paleontology – the Study of Ancient OrganismsPaleontology refers to the study of prehistoric life forms. Most researchers in this field focus on the process of evolution and how life on Earth has developed over time. Factors considered by the paleontologist include climate change, migration, and species interaction. Paleontologists also work closely with geologists to correlate fossils with the geological record.
Myths and Legends: the Tales That Shaped HistoryMyths and legends are stories that have traditionally been passed down among members of a particular society via oral retellings. While there may be some truth to many of these tales, all myths and legends contain elements of the supernatural. They are stories meant to entertain, intrigue, and, in many cases, teach a lesson.
Ancient Mysteries – the Puzzles of our PastThe term “ancient mysteries” refers to any of the unsolved archaeological puzzles that have confounded generations of historians. These include technologically impossible monuments, inexplicable primary accounts, and intriguing tales of lost civilizations.
Alternative Histories – an Answer to the Question “what If?”Alternative histories are essentially stories that develop when historians ask “what if?” They are fictional works created on the premise of a change in the events of our past. Although some of these works can take a rather imaginative approach, most are based on a strong framework of historical fact. Thus, alternative histories offer a unique glimpse of what could have happened if humankind had taken a slightly different course.
Archaeology – Uncovering Tangible Remains From our PastArchaeology is the study of physical remains and artifacts left by past societies. Archaeologists use these tangible recoveries to study various societies and trace the cultural evolution of mankind. To find answers to the questions they study, archeologists participate in geological surveys, excavations, historical preservation, and scientific experiments. Thus, Archaeology becomes a combination of field work, anthropological study, geology, and other disciplines.
Urban Legends – Modern Tall TalesUrban legends are modern stories featuring extraordinary elements. These tales are widely circulated and considered by many to contain elements of truth. Urban legends are inherently modern in nature. In fact, the term did not appear until the 1970s. Prior to this time, tall tales were surely circulated. However, they did not garner specific attention as a genre or earn special investigative attention. Of Books and Baby BoomersGlorious days of literature
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