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History as this woman sees it. The serious, the kitsch, the opinionated. Companion to http://www.kitsch-slapped.com/
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Once you learn the origins of the words "husband" and "wife," you may stop using the terms altogether

Once you learn the origins of the words "husband" and "wife," you may stop using the terms altogether | Herstory | Scoop.it
I'm thrilled to tie the knot, but not about taking on that four-letter word -- and I'm not alone
malek's curator insight, October 15, 2014 7:00 PM

Too late @Deanna Dahlsad

I already lost my "master of the house" status after having the first baby and the dog.

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"Weird Al" Yankovic - Word Crimes

Music video by "Weird Al" Yankovic performing Word Crimes. (C) 2014 ...

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Finally, I can get my groove down to the sexy music behind Robin Thicke's 'Blurred Lines' without gagging! A track on Weird Al's Mandatory Fun LP.

Deanna Dahlsad's curator insight, July 16, 2014 11:22 PM

A clever new track for wordsmiths and grammar lovers track on Weird Al's Mandatory Fun LP.

Deanna Dahlsad's curator insight, July 16, 2014 11:27 PM

Track on Weird Al's Mandatory Fun LP which is not only funny but allows me to dance guilt-free to the groove of Robin Thicke's 'Blurred Lines'.

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Stoking Fire: How News Outlets, Prosecutors Minimize Sexual Violence With Language

Stoking Fire: How News Outlets, Prosecutors Minimize Sexual Violence With Language | Herstory | Scoop.it

Words, and the way we use them to describe rape, sexual assault, domestic violence, and sexual slavery, can evoke sympathy or revulsion toward the perpetrator of a crime or the person who was victimized. Furthermore, both the media and the legal system have tremendous power in eliciting emotions and stirring the pot of public sentiment.

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Curated by Deanna Dahlsad
An opinionated woman obsessed with objects, entertained by ephemera, intrigued by researching, fascinated by culture & addicted to writing. The wind says my name; doesn't put an @ in front of it, so maybe you don't notice. http://www.kitsch-slapped.com
Other Topics
Crimes Against Humanity
From lone gunmen on hills to mass movements. Depressing as hell, really.
Cultural History
The roots of culture; history and pre-history.
In The Name Of God
Mainly acts done in the name of religion, but also discussions of atheism, faith, & spirituality.
Kinsanity
Let's just say I have reasons to learn more about mental health, special needs children, psychology, and the like.
Nerdy Needs
The stuff of nerdy, geeky, dreams.
Readin', 'Ritin', and (Publishing) 'Rithmetic
The meaning behind the math of the bottom line in publishing and the media. For writers, publishers, and bloggers (which are a combination of the two).
Sex Positive
Sexuality as a human right.
Visiting The Past
Travel based on grande ideas, locations, and persons of the past.
Walking On Sunshine
Stuff that makes me smile.
You Call It Obsession & Obscure; I Call It Research & Important
Links to (many of) my columns and articles.