Category Archives: Did You Know?

Did You Know: The History Of The Air Conditioner

This morning I plugged in my air conditioner for the first time this year because there’s a whopping heat wave hovering over Montreal.  I love a cross breeze more than anyone, but it’s hotter than a witch’s tit so I … Continue reading

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Did You Know: The Eternal Golden Ratios Of The Cheops Pyramid In Egypt

I came across this extraordinary image of a cross section through the Cheops Pyramid in Egypt detailing its use of the “golden ratio” {In mathematics and the arts, two quantities are in the golden ratio if the ratio of the sum of the quantities … Continue reading

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Did You Know: The Amazing History Of Coffee

It’s 8am and I find myself sipping on my second cup of Maxwell House as I watch The TODAY Show and do my FEELguide morning updates.  Just like every morning, I’m enjoying that familiar vibrating, energizing boost that reminds me … Continue reading

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Did You Know: The Stars In The Universe

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Did You Know: The Regeneration Speeds Of The Human Body

The human body is an incredible machine.  Part of what makes it so impressive (apart from the concept of conciousness and self awareness) is its ability to regenerate itself.  Your outer layer of skin, the epidermis (apart from the thicker … Continue reading

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Did You Know?

The Vehicle Assembly Building (where the space shuttles were constructed and where they are refurbished after their return to earth) is the largest single-story building in the world (52 storeys).  It was originally constructed in 1966 for the vertical assembly … Continue reading

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