Author Archives: Sharon Rose, LAc, MSAOM

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About Sharon Rose, LAc, MSAOM

Acupuncturist, medical massage therapist, historian, scientist, road-tripper, geek, LARP & board gamer, food fan, Roman fanatic, belly-laugher.

Slavery

Posted on September 11, 2016 by Sharon Rose, LAc, MSAOM

At September Crown, one sweet gentle took offense to me referring to Drusa as my slave. “Maybe you could call her… your ladies’ maid?” My reaction was “Um… but in my period that would have been a slave.” I chalked it … Continue reading →

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Toilet History

Posted on September 4, 2016 by Sharon Rose, LAc, MSAOM

SCA events are usually camping events… and that means biffies (aka Portajohns, Honey Buckets, etc). I decided a little distraction was in order at this year’s September Crown, so I posted a series of 4 pages on Roman toilets (Cloacina, goddess of … Continue reading →

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Colorful art!

Posted on August 31, 2016 by Sharon Rose, LAc, MSAOM

This is a great little documentary looking at the ruins of Herculaneum. I don’t usually dig (!) mass media aimed at the general public, but the reconstructions of the ceilings are amazing! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uDWZEJK6VSc

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Posca – Roman Gatorade

Posted on July 8, 2016 by Sharon Rose, LAc, MSAOM

Posca is a wonderfully refreshing drink that was used by Romans to deal with a hot Mediterranean climate and hard physical work. If you were poor or a soldier, it’s just vinegar and water. If you were lucky enough to … Continue reading →

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Daily Life in Ancient Rome

Posted on May 31, 2016 by Sharon Rose, LAc, MSAOM

I taught my new class for the first time last weekend at Grand Thing. It was really fun! I love bringing the little details alive… it’s what makes history sing! The handout is available here: DAILY LIFE in ANCIENT ROME. … Continue reading →

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Byzantine babe attire

Posted on April 6, 2016 by Sharon Rose, LAc, MSAOM

This is totally not my thing (personally I don’t think it’s really the Roman empire by this point*) but it’s in the books on my shelves and someone asked, so… Women’s clothing in Italy in the 5th century: From Sebesta … Continue reading →

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The History of Christmas

Posted on December 5, 2015 by Sharon Rose, LAc, MSAOM

  I just posted a brief paper written for Three Mountain’s 2015 Yule. The class is meant to address the secular celebratory rituals of December 25th before the 5th century, not any religious or sacred issues. Many of the Yuletime traditions we … Continue reading →

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Projects in the pipeline

Posted on July 28, 2015 by Sharon Rose, LAc, MSAOM

Classes I’m developing: 1) Daily Life in Rome, and 2) a special thing for Yule – the history Christmas, starting with Saturnalia (the origin of many Christmas traditions), and then the Feast of the Unconquered Sun (Dec 25th), then handing … Continue reading →

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Faux Horn Lanterns

Posted on June 20, 2015 by Sharon Rose, LAc, MSAOM

I strive for historic accuracy, but safety comes first. At events I am living in a canvas tent, and wind is often an issue. For these reasons, I skip the romance of the open flame in favor of electric tealights. … Continue reading →

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Three Mountains Arts and Sciences / Bardic Championship: Oct 10, 2015

Posted on June 4, 2015 by Sharon Rose, LAc, MSAOM

The beautiful and ancient Barony of Three Mountains summons its artisans to compete for the honor of serving as Arts and Sciences Champion on Oct 10, 2015. We are rightfully and enormously proud of our populace and its skills, and we … Continue reading →

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