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A brownie or broonie , [1] also known as a brùnaidh or gruagach (Scottish Gaelic), is a household spirit or hobgoblin from Scottish folklore that is said to come out at night while the owners of the house are asleep and perform various chores and farming tasks.
A popular etymology is an allusion to the merit badges or six points earned by Brownies (junior Girl Guides/Girl Scouts) for carrying out good deeds. Brownies were named after a kind of mythological elf that does helpful things around the house.
Palmer Cox (April 28, 1840 – July 24, 1924) was a Canadian illustrator and author, [1] [2] best known for The Brownies, his series of humorous verse books and comic strips about the mischievous but kindhearted fairy-like sprites.
How To Make My Hello Dolly Brownies. For about 24 servings, you’ll need: 1 (20-ounce/567g) box brownie mix. 1 large egg. 1/2 cup vegetable oil. 1/4 cup water
Social Security is the U.S. government's biggest program; as of June 30, 2024, about 67.9 million people, or one in five Americans, collected Social Security benefits. This year, we're seeing a...
Beyond print publication, The Brownies was at least twice adapted to stage plays. [4] With the rise in popularity of the Brownie characters, these were used in many venues of merchandising, such as games, blocks, cards, dolls, calendars, advertisements, package labels, mugs, plates, flags, soda pop, a slot machine, a bagatelle game and so forth.
Avoid the stresses of hosting a holiday party by limiting guest beverage options so you can spend more time focusing on family and friends. Here are 5 tips to help.
Although the Sovereigns of the House of Windsor (this dynastic name was adopted by Royal Proclamation on 17th June 1917) have used various old royal badges only one or two new badges have been adopted that for Wales and the following badge for the House of Windsor, which was approved by King George VI on 28th July 1938: On a Mount Vert the Round Tower of Windsor Castle argent, masoned sable ...