Author: Ronnie Tanner
Mardi Gras actually has its beginnings in the medieval time period of Western Europe, France in particular. For hundreds of years European Christians have celebrated both the 12 days of Christmas and indulged in feasting before fasting began for the Lenten season. It was the combination of both events that ultimately led to [...]

by Bob Moran
This was originally written in January, 2007. It was published on litmocracy.com and on BobMoran.com on May 31, 2009.
A young woman waits for the two young men who are running toward her. As they approach, she pulls up the hem of her toga past the thigh. She closes her eyes [...]

by Bob Moran
(Originally posted on February 2, 2008 on BobMoran.com)
Several men in top hats surround the tree stump at Gobbler’s Knob. Just after sunrise, one of the tuxedo-clad men reaches into the stump and Punxsutawney Phil, Seer of Seers, Sage of Sages, Prognosticator of Prognosticators, and Weather Prophet Extraordinary, is pulled out and [...]

by Bob Moran
(Originally posted on February 14, 2008 on BobMoran.com)
How did February 14 become a day of love letters, flowers and candy?
One legend begins during the reign of Claudius II (268 – 270 C.E.). The large Roman Empire was always dealing with invasions or uprisings. It needed large numbers of soldiers in its [...]

by Bob Moran
(written February 29, 2008)
I admit that every few years I get confused about being bissextile.  It’s not an easy thing to talk about.  Most people seem confused and somewhat embarrassed by the issue.  But what can I do?  It’s not like I have a lot of control over it.
What really bothers me is [...]