In 2008, the Democratic Party gathered in Denver for its 2008 convention. There, a donkey named Mordecai became the first official live mascot in the history of the party, giving a new meaning to the expression political animal. This Democratic symbol aimed to provide a few light-hearted moments at the convention.
Variously known as cupstones, anvil stones, pitted cobbles and nutting stones, among other names, these roughly discoidal or amorphous groundstone artifacts are among the most common lithic remains of Native American culture, especially in the Midwest, in Early Archaic contexts.
Travertine tiles have a rough and rugged appearance. Travertine is a type of earthy, natural stone that is imported from countries such as Italy and Mexico. It comes in tumbled for an old world, Tuscan feel,or polished for a more sophisticated look.Due to its porosity, it must be sealed annually to protect it or it will absorb stains, ruining the look of the tile.ravertine is a type of earthy, natural stone that is imported from countries such as Italy and Mexico. It comes in tumbled for an old world, Tuscan feel,or polished for a more sophisticated look.