Did you know the fairy tales of today were really aimed towards adults? In fact, the Sleeping Beauty of today was originally called Sun, Moon and Talia by Giambattista Basile. This deep and very dark story includes a sleeping young lady that becomes pregnant, while "dead," (necrophilia) and is awakened by her newborn baby, that … Continue reading Fun Fact Friday: 1/23/15
Word: Commensurate You pronounce it: [kuh-men-ser-it, -sher-] Definition: adjective 1) having the same measure; of equal extent or duration. 2) corresponding in amount, magnitude, or degree: Your paycheck should be commensurate with the amount of time worked. 3) proportionate; adequate. 4) having a common measure; commensurable. I heard it in class when the professor said, Zadie Smith's White Teeth … Continue reading Word of the day: 1/23/15
"Finish each day and be done with it. You have done what you could. . ." --Ralph Waldo Emerson Good morning and Happy Friday! Oh yeah, it is Friday. As we head into the weekend, remind yourself that the week has passed. To some, the work week has ended and to others, the weekend is … Continue reading Quote of the day: 1/23/15
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