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Hello there from cane world! Just popping in to give everyone some really interesting history that I have found on Shillelaghs and Blackthorn wood. A really beautiful product with a rich history! You may have seen our great selection of Shillalagh and Blackthorn and wondered about their origins. Blackthorn is a large bush that grows in the British Isles. The twisted, thorny, dark colored limbs have been used for defense, called Shillelaghs, for centuries. Blackthorn is a very resilient wood that is naturally resistant to warping which made it a perfect material to be made into a fighting stick. “Oh!...

The alarm clock goes off and it’s time to get up to start your day. As you go through your usual routine, you notice your fingers straining trying to slip on one of your shoes before heading out the door. The back of your favorite loafers are starting to show signs of the wear and tear from struggling to get your shoes on over the last few months. Why not quickly slip your shoes on and get out the door to have more time to get errands finished or not being late to work. Assume you put your shoes on...

Not only did Madonna appear on the red carpet in a black suit with a black shaft, formal women’s cane, but for her performance, she wore a Ralph Lauren Collection off-white silk-cotton-sateen three-piece tuxedo with a white cotton floral-embroidered tie. Of course, the most notable accessory was her beautiful crystal ball cane, which featured a silver collar and white shaft. Madonna’s taste in attire has always led the way for others to know what is and what is not in style in today’s fast-paced world of fashion. Her outfit, gorgeous smile and amazing voice completes the package of what so...

We have turned into a generation where exercise means rapidly moving our fingers in front of a computer or smart phone. What ever happened to the days of simply just taking a long walk or hike? Yes, I do feel the irony in this situation as I sit here and type away. Let’s change together. I have always wanted to go hiking to view everything nature has to offer and to get in a great endurance workout. Before you set off on your adventure, it’s important to take a quality exercise walking stick to aid you when traveling unknown or...