“The Minister’s Black Veil” by Nathaniel Hawthorne: This 1836 short story explores themes of secret sin and the nature of humanity. It tells the tale of Reverend Mr. Hooper, who suddenly begins wearing a black veil over his face, causing unease among his congregation. The veil symbolizes the hidden sins that individuals carry, prompting readers […]
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Medieval Catholic women of all classes wore veils, though the style and material varied by social rank. Married women and widows typically wore veils to symbolize chastity and devotion to family or faith. Unmarried young women sometimes wore simpler, lighter veils or ribbons, often white to signify purity, while older women chose heavier, darker veils. […]
WLBOTT has a mission to keep some sweet potato vines alive through the winter. We must think outside the box. We hope to enlist the aid of the spiritual community, as well as tapping into the crass consumerism that defines much of ‘Merica. This BLOTT will focus on ‘Merica’s highest ideal: money. Can Capitalism Solve […]
Many medieval and Renaissance paintings prominently feature women’s head coverings, providing a visual record of the styles and cultural norms of the time. These paintings offer insight into the variety of head coverings worn across different regions, classes, and stages of life. Portrait of a Young Girl (Petrus Christus c. 1465-1470) Portrait of a Young […]
The wimple was a common medieval head covering, particularly for married women and nuns. It was a close-fitting cloth that covered the neck, chin, and sometimes even the cheeks, framing the face. The wimple was often worn with a veil draped over it and was seen as a respectable, modest form of dress. It symbolized […]
Oh, have we discovered a delightful rabbit hole. We were continuing the theme of Women’s Head Coverings, this time focusing on Catholic traditions. But this led us to head coverings in medieval paintings, which led us to the Arnolfini Portrait by Jan van Eyck. WLBOTT: G, are there medieval or renaissance paintings that feature women’s […]
Today WLBOTT present the first in a series about women’s head coverings. First we’ll look at the various head covering in the Muslim community. In the Islamic tradition, head coverings have deep cultural, religious, and historical significance, varying widely in interpretation and practice. The concept of modesty, or hijab, goes beyond just head coverings and […]
WLBOTT’s most eligible (and only) bachelor, UC#2, will be heading to Düsseldorf this week as part of his summer scholarship. Semi-Sequitur: Please try this Say this three times, and your mood will improve 27%: Düssel Düssel Dorf Dorf DorfDüssel Düssel Dorf Dorf DorfDüssel Düssel Dorf Dorf Dorf Anyhow, UC#2 will be in close proximity to […]
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Mr. Ram Singh Chauhan American Mustache Institute The American Mustache Institute (AMI) is an advocacy organization and registered 501(c)(3) not-for-profit originally based in St. Louis, Missouri. In 2013, it moved to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. When founded in 1965, AMI was the only organization in the world working towards facial hair advocacy. AMI’s full-time staff supports more […]
UC#1 has an influx of twine. Apparently this happens every spring. The twine appears to be sentient, and WLBOTT is attempting to establish diplomatic relations. Is this where Ramen comes from? Ramen Under the Microscope Twine Antennea We may also have an antenna sighting. Semi-Sequitur: Antennea Some claim insects evolved from prehistoric crustaceans, and they […]