Category: history

  • I Am A Superwoman

    I Am A Superwoman

    Hi lovelies! Happy Women’s History Month! This is the month that we celebrate the amazing contributions that women continue to make in society and in history. As a woman who came from a legacy of phenomenal women, I had the privilege of always knowing my history and my worth. I take the month of March…

  • The Curious Case Of Tampa’s Forcefield: And What Will Happen When It Fails

    The Curious Case Of Tampa’s Forcefield: And What Will Happen When It Fails

    Beginning with the historic 2004 hurricane season, in which five hurricanes hit Florida in six weeks, Tampa Bay has had a miraculous streak of near-misses with major hurricanes.  In 2004, Hurricane Charlie was forecasted to make landfall in the Bay Area as a Category Four storm before suddenly and unexpectedly turning and landfalling in South Florida…

  • Why Do I Love Pumpkin Spice?: The History And Rise Of Pumpkin Spice In America And Europe

    Why Do I Love Pumpkin Spice?: The History And Rise Of Pumpkin Spice In America And Europe

    Pumpkin spice is a flavor blend synonymous with autumn in modern culture and has become a seasonal symbol with massive cultural and commercial significance, particularly in the U.S. and Europe. What began as a combination of spices for cooking has transformed into a flavor juggernaut dominating coffee shops, supermarkets, and even social media. This article…

  • The History Of Valentine’s Day

    The History Of Valentine’s Day

    Every year on February 14th, couples worldwide show their love for each other with flowers, chocolates, cuddly toys, or a meal out. From January 1st, shop shelves are decked with Valentine’s gifts and cards, ready for shoppers to browse the aisles looking for that perfect gift and card to give to the one they love…

  • The Gunpowder Plot

    The Gunpowder Plot

    In 1605, Guy Fawkes and other conspirators planned to blow up the Houses of Parliament in London, England. The night of its state opening November 5th. The aim of the “Gunpower Plot,” as it became known, was to kill the Protestant King, King James 1. Thanks to an anonymous tip-off, Fawkes was discovered, and the…