I don't really give a shit today, so here's a dog picture. Okay, fine, Chihuahua history facts: They've been around since 100 AD, have only been recognized by the AKC since 1904, and have historically been used as living hot water bottles for aches, pains, and illnesses. These two in the foreground are mixes, but … Continue reading Whatevs
Pauline Sabin was the founder of the Women's Organization for National Prohibition Reform. Born into both money and politics (her father was Teddy Roosevelt's Secretary of the Navy), thrice married (once divorced, once widowed), owner of an interior design business, mother of two sons... So why, exactly, did such a woman decide that her mission … Continue reading Pauline Sabin Haiku
Crown seized, Pops avenged. Time for new goal - sleep with all Ladies in England. Yes, we're still talking about the English monarchy and we're already back to the War of the Roses. I regret nothing. 557 years ago today, Edward, Earl of March, was crowned king at the age of 19. What makes this … Continue reading Edward IV Haiku
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Poorly-aging king Whines that Tinder pic misleads Someone's head will roll Anne of Cleves, fourth wife of Henry VIII, is best known for being dumped by a king who (although being handsome in his youth) was in no position to be judging anyone for their looks at his stage in life. Why was he even … Continue reading Anne of Cleves Haiku
One nephew mislaid Is unfortunate. To lose Two is carelessness. Richard III became King of England 535 years ago today, which was a great decision that he definitely didn't come to regret. How did that even happen anyway? Short version: big bro Edward IV died earlier in the year, just shy of his 41st birthday, … Continue reading Richard III Haiku
Flubbing relations With locals won't have bad cons- Boom! Goodbye to Seoul. The Korean War began 68 years ago today when North Korean forces invaded the South. And thanks to Dear Leader Trump, peace has finally returned! Hurray! Why did the war happen to begin with? Well, it's complicated. The abrupt end of the Japanese … Continue reading Korean War Haiku
