Gerald Black's Blog Posts

Here you will find blogs written by staff from past years to present which discuss various topics of interest.

Blinged Out: How Hip-Hop Jewelry Came To Be

Long before Pauly D was sporting big chains on MTV's "Jersey Shore", hip-hop artists had been donning shiny jewelry for their biggest performances and album covers. The first emergence of...

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Become a Dandelion Fan

The little yellow flower called a dandelion may be considered a nuisance by many, but if you take the time to learn the many things that you can make with...

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Here Comes The Bride: How White Gowns Became A Wedding Tradition

Billy Idol said it best- it's a nice day for a white wedding. White wasn't always the color of choice for brides, however. Prior to the end of World War II,...

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A World Journey to Make Essential Oils

If you love to use essential oils in a diffuser, then you may wonder where your essential oils come from While it varies some by the manufacturer, you can easily...

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How The Government Shutdown Might Affect Your Tax Return

With the longest government shutdown in history showing no signs of ending anytime soon, many are wondering how that might affect the upcoming tax season. Although the deadline for filing...

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6 Cheap Tropical Vacation Destinations to Beat the Winter Doldrums

If the winter weather is starting to take a toll on you, then you may want to consider getting away to a tropical paradise for a few days. While there...

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Our Answer to Many Searches

While you may think that everyone headed to a store on Black Friday, that is simply not the case according to Google Maps. Here are the most popular places that people...

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10 Of The Best Christmas Movies To Get You Into The Holiday Spirit

'Tis the season to snuggle up and get cozy while watching some heartwarming Christmas movies with your family and friends. There's no better way to liven up the holidays than...

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