Bits and Pieces of my Life
Saturday, May 17, 2008
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![]() ![]() The TricksterA common figure in the folklore of many indigenous peoples, the trickster is a god, goddess, spirit, human, or anthropomorphic animal who is often an amoral and comic troublemaker. The trickster's rule-breaking frequently takes the form of tricks or thievery. An enduring archetype, the trickster can be cunning, foolish, or both and often inspires laughter even when considered sacred. In many cultures, the trickster is also a culture hero. Who are some examples of modern-day tricksters? More... Discuss |
![]() ![]() The Pullman Strike Begins (1894)The Pullman Strike was a strike of about 50,000 US rail workers. It was initiated after the Pullman railcar company cut wages by 25%, yet kept rents high in the company-owned town where workers lived. The company refused arbitration, and the railway union called for a strike and nationwide boycott. Sympathy strikes followed in 27 states. In July, the president dispatched troops, who clashed with workers and broke the strike. The troops were sent in after workers halted trains carrying what? More... Discuss |
![]() ![]() Salvador Dalí (1904)Dalí was a Spanish painter whose striking images and eccentric personality made him the world's most recognized surrealist artist. Influenced by the theories and dream studies of Sigmund Freud, he painted nightmarishly absurd scenes in precise, realistic detail, creating worlds in which everyday objects are deformed or metamorphosed in strange ways. In his most famous work, The Persistence of Memory, limp watches melt in an eerie landscape. Which candy brand's logo was designed by Dalí? More... Discuss |
faint-hearted discuss | |
Definition: | (adjective) Lacking conviction or boldness or courage. |
Synonyms: | timid |
Usage: | Crupp...became within a few days so faint-hearted, that rather than encounter my aunt upon the staircase, she would endeavor to hide her portly form behind doors...or would shrink into dark corners. |
![]() ![]() John F. Kennedy (1917-1963) Discuss |
5 comments:
you beautiful woman
you beautiful soul
thank you
great production
nice sneakers!
Is that your styling shop you were in front of?
Who's the singer?
I will try to lift your heavy heart, even at this distance.
-Isaac
Thank you Isaac.
No, that is a barber shop in an alley way in Venice, Italy.
The song is Only A Woman's Heart.
Lead Vocalist: Eleanor Mcevoy
Back Up: Mary Black
You already do lift my heart.....in so many ways.
~Patty
I'm here but may have to leave suddenly
Patty, you put that together with much artistry. Loved it!
You are a stunningly beautiful woman and your life is too.
San, thank you for the compliments.
You always have such nice things to say and encourage me...without even knowing it!
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