In modern day Turkey, known as the kingdom of Anatolia in ancient times, archaeologists recently discovered a variety of weights used by traders over 4,000 years ago. These were found in one of the 14 layers of the mound of Aemhoyuk. One of these was a piece of rock crystal, which– lo and behold—boasts an… Continue reading Fascinating Facts of Europe’s Oldest Writing
Tag: Mesopotamia
Mythic Monday: What You Should Know About Lughnasadh
Lughnasadh or Lammas is a traditional Celtic celebration that falls on August 1. On the Wheel of the Year, it designates the midpoint between the Summer Solstice and the Autumn Equinox. Lughnasadh is one of four great festivals of ancient Ireland and Scotland. The others are Samhain (October 31), Imbolc (February 2), and Beltane (May 1).… Continue reading Mythic Monday: What You Should Know About Lughnasadh
Tuesday Tales: Shale 3-2-2015 by Flossie Benton Rogers
Tuesday Tales is a weekly blog featuring diverse authors who post excerpts from their WIPs based on word and picture prompts. Today’s prompt is address, and the snippet is from a work in progress temporarily called by the heroine’s name, Shale. Please visit the other fabulous authors at Tuesday Tales. The ornate doors opened to… Continue reading Tuesday Tales: Shale 3-2-2015 by Flossie Benton Rogers