Twostep
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Married life how-to?
Who Knew? Some Fun Facts
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RadishRose
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RadishRose
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Lewkat
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The Great Wall of China is often mistakenly believed to be visible from space without any visual aids. However, this is a myth. Due to its narrow width—only about 30 feet—and its color blending with the surrounding landscape, it is extremely difficult to see from low Earth orbit with the naked eye.
Even astronauts have confirmed that the Wall is not easily distinguishable without the help of telescopic lenses or ideal lighting conditions. This makes it one of the most persistent but inaccurate space-related myths.
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OldFeller
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Snow is mostly air and acts as an insulator.
It's called Acqua di Cristallo Tributo a Modigliani. This luxury water is sourced from natural springs in Fiji and France, and the bottle itself is crafted from 24-karat gold, contributing heavily to its value.
It’s marketed as a blend of ultra-pure water with a focus on art, exclusivity, and elite craftsmanship, making it more a collector’s item than a thirst-quencher.
I actually knew that! My husband's tribal affiliations included Haida, who made totem poles.
RadishRose
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‘Daisugi’ — Japanese Art of Forestry
Daisugi is a Japanese forestry technique where cedar trees are pruned to encourage multiple straight shoots to grow from a central base, creating a platform for harvesting without felling the main tree. This sustainable method, originating in Kyoto, produces high-quality, straight lumber and has been used for centuries in traditional Japanese architecture, particularly in tea houses.
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Twostep
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Thank you Ms. Pink. Having spent some time in PNW I fell in love with monochrome art and the stories behind it.
OldFeller
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OldFeller
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And we think we're an advanced civilization.
Paco Dennis
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OldFeller
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And that explains the low number of people wanting to get married today. If my generation waited for financial security to marry, nobody would've married. I blame the internet for perpetuating the fallacy of financial security. For better or worse was the promise which was a more realistic expectation.
ChiroDoc
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I would believe that if it were phrased, "... 56% of women..." Not many men traditionally look for financial security from a woman.
