The Belt of Truth (2) A Soldier’s Modesty
Danny pointed at the picture in the library book of Roman armor. “What are those things dangling from the sword belt? They look funny.” “Those are called sporrans.” His mom explained. “They were an important part of the Roman sword belt.” “What do they do?” Danny’s sister Becky leaned forward to see the picture. “Becky, you wear skirts to church. What happens when it is breezy out?” Their mom asked. “I have to hold down my skirt or it flies up and…” Becky scowled. “It’s embarrassing.”...