Wherein Oxford students are licensed to ill by the king to fight for their right to party. Almost since their medieval creation universities have been hotbeds of protest. From early conflicts over religion and political rule to more modern protests regarding climate change and individual rights, universities have been hotbeds for students clamoring for modifying—and … Read More
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Cow Poop is Very Slenderizing
Wherein 12th–century fashionistas eschewed fad diets for a slathering of cow manure. The 2020 holiday season is upon us, a time for family and friends and, most importantly of all, feasting. Of course, as this nightmare year staggers to its conclusion we might not gather with family and friends, but we will eat…whether feasting or … Read More
We’ll Leave a Candle on for You
Wherein medieval inns are generally nice, except for stinking beds full of Englishmen. Most fantasy role-playing games—and more than a few novels and movies (and even the Canterbury Tales)—seem to start in a medieval-like tavern or inn, where surly barkeeps and lusty serving wenches sling booze and provide rooms to weary travelers (don’t ask about … Read More
Washed, Oiled and Ready for Action
A clean baby is a well-adjusted baby…but might also be tastier to the livestock. The well-appointed modern baby has a wide array of tubs, sponges, washcloths, towels, play-toys and other items to make bath time fun and, most importantly, safe. Guides on the Internet give advice on when and how to bathe babies and provide … Read More
