Owning a Pet Otter

It may seem trendy to own an exotic pet, but owning an otter as a pet is illegal in most localities without a permit. They are considered wildlife and have requirements that are different from those of the average household pet. Reasons Not to Own a Pet Otter If you are considering applying for a…

The Vegas Guide for Girls' Night Out

So my wife's girlfriend is getting married, and was asking around about cool bachelorette party ideas in Vegas, so that her troupe of "girls only, boys out" can go for the weekend. In this situation, well, of course I have to think carefully before I answer, because whatever my suggestions are, my wife will be…

The Purpose of Digressions in Beowulf

Few other features are more characteristic of Beowulf than the use of numerous digressions and distinct episodes. While some scholars have made attempts to show that the digressions, or some of them at least, have something in them which is inappropriate to the main narrative and are detrimental to the poetic value of Beowulf, this…