Haiti has a rich Creole heritage which is expressed in local proverbs. These sayings tell a story about Haitian society as well as being vivid and graphic. This article gives some examples and translations of a lively tradition.
Words: 599 Downloads: 0 Category: Language By: Isabel CunninghamFrom Ancient Greece to prom night, the corsage has enjoyed an interesting evolution in American culture. Initially presented to young ladies as a courting gesture, the wearing of flowers can be a symbol of honor and celebration, as well. No prom-wear is complete without the corsage, a testament to the staying power of this time-honored tradition.
Words: 771 Downloads: 0 Category: History By: Writer1711The history of the corsage is unexpectedly controversial. We follow this deceptively simple floral accessory from ancient history, through the wars and plagues of medieval Europe, to the present day. Traditional male and female styles of corsage are also discussed.
Words: 737 Downloads: 0 Category: History By: Angela LibalCreole languages were born of the great population movements of the colonial and slave eras. They are the youngest languages on the planet and they are endlessly fascinating. The article gives a brief glimpse, with a couple of examples.
Words: 593 Downloads: 0 Category: Language By: Isabel CunninghamWith the impending doomsday theories of 2012, people are spending more time pondering Mayan predictions and their calendar system. Why do people create such a hype about the upcoming month of December? What do the Mayans predict about the specific date? This article briefly discusses how the Mayan calendar works and whether or not it predicts the end of the world. Readers will also gain an understanding of why humans are obsessed about such implications.
Words: 1161 Downloads: 0 Category: Current Events By: Citrine FoxThanking your favorite professors with a present is a nice idea, but it´s easy to unknowingly commit a faux pas. You want to show your professor your appreciation without overstepping your bounds. Before you go shopping, read this article for guidelines on what makes a gift appropriate in the context of a student-instructor relationship.
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