Posts Tagged Ancient Rome
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The Merry Month of May…
By Eloise Graham May seems to have a theme all to itself – the letter “M.” May Day, Mother’s Day and Memorial Day all take place in the merry month of May. Even its birthstone is the “M”erald. (Emerald) May Day, celebrated on May 1, is an ancient Northern Hemisphere spring festi...
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Birthstone for November
Topaz is a clear gemstone found in many colors and prized throughout the world for its hardness, clarity, beauty, and ability to provide strength, protection, and vision. Topaz is normally found in hues of yellow or blue, but the birthstone of November is found in nature in many different colors,...