When I was growing up, I remember the excitement of writing a letter, to a friend or a relative. Maybe this was to keep in touch with a pen-pal in a faraway land; or, to thank a member of my family for a gift I had received. I selected the stationery carefully, and...
Underdog Day, observed every third Friday in December in the United States, is a time to celebrate the remarkable stories of individuals who defied the odds, overcame adversity, and emerged victorious against all expectations. The term “underdog”...
Jane Austen was born on the 16th of December 1775. To mark the anniversary of her birthday, let’s uncover some interesting, yet less well-known, facts about the English novelist. Jane was the seventh of eight children, with six brothers and one older sister whom she...
Preserving Cultural Heritage The world is home to a tapestry of languages, each representing a unique window into the culture, history, and identity of the people who speak them. Among the most diverse and culturally significant languages are those spoken by...
The Wren And The Robin If you are anything like me, it is the robin you think of when you think of December. It’s on Christmas cards and can often be seen bobbing around in the garden, too. So, it may come as a surprise to learn that the bird of the month for December...
Reflecting On The Phenomena “Luke, I am your father,” says Darth Vader at the bottom of Bespin, having just liberated his son of his right hand (Sorry, spoilers). That famous line from Star Wars: Episode V – The Empire Strikes Back is one of the most quoted...
