Today, January 11, is National Milk Day in the United States. It is also the 144th anniversary of the death of Gail Borden, Jr., the inventor of condensed milk. Borden’s invention in 1853 meant that milk could be kept without refrigeration… Continue Reading
In the United States, a record number of people were unmarried in 2017. Most people are waiting longer to wed. Single people are having more sex than married people. A relationship is no guarantee of good health or self-esteem. While… Continue Reading
In the Valley of Baltimore, William Blake Lodge has the pleasure of hosting David Shoemaker for Lectures and a Luau, March 31-April 1, 2018. Participants will learn about Scrying the Enochian Aethyrs and the Legacy of Karl Germer, followed by… Continue Reading
Sol in Capricorn and Moon in Libra of Anno Viii, the Electoral College of United States Grand Lodge Ordo Templi Orientis was called to order for the first time by a female president. The Electoral College was formed by Hymenaeus… Continue Reading
A study published last month in Experimental and Clinical Psychopharmacology shows that women drink more when exposed to male pheromones. Researchers Robin Tan and Mark S. Goldman assessed 103 women between the ages of 21 and 31 in the guise of… Continue Reading
In the United States, today is National Chocolate Covered Cherry Day. While one can certainly buy chocolate covered cherries in the store, homemade can be tasty and fun. The recipe below is one of many possible options. Ingredients 40 maraschino cherries,… Continue Reading
Today is the Feast of Miguel de Molinos. The Invisible Basilica of Sabazius tells us that Molinos was a “Spanish priest and mystic, the chief exponent of Quietism. He studied theology at Valencia, moving to Rome after his ordination.” The… Continue Reading
According to reliable sources, “Rule 34 of the Rules of the Internet states that pornography or sexually related material exists for any conceivable subject, no exceptions.” Vice tells us, “In the X-rated corners of the internet, the holidays mean one thing: Santa… Continue Reading
Today is the first day of Kwanzaa, a week-long celebration honoring African heritage in African-American culture. The holiday is observed from December 26 to January 1, culminating in a feast and gift-giving. The feast, known as Karamu, usually takes place on December 31.… Continue Reading
Today in 274 CE, the Roman Emperor Aurelius dedicated a temple to Sol Invictus, the Unconquered Sun. Sol Invictus was a patron of soldiers as well as the official sun god of the later Roman Empire. The Aurelian family (gens Aurelian) was associated… Continue Reading