by Shel Silverstein (1930 – 1999) Said the little boy, “Sometimes I drop my spoon.” Said the old man, “I do that too.” The little boy whispered, “I wet my pants.” “I do that too,” laughed the little old man. Said the little boy, “I often cry.” The old man nodded, “So do I.” “But… (συνέχεια…)
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Δεν επιτρέπεται σχολιασμός στο The Little Boy and the Old Man
19 Αυγ 2024
The Little Boy and the Old Man
Συντάκτης: Κων/νος Βούλγαρης | Κάτω από: Εκπαίδευση στον 21ο αιώναΔεν επιτρέπεται σχολιασμός στο The American Civil Rights Movement
14 Απρ 2024
The American Civil Rights Movement
Συντάκτης: Κων/νος Βούλγαρης | Κάτω από: Εκπαίδευση στον 21ο αιώναΔεν επιτρέπεται σχολιασμός στο Jake’s Dilemma in Duluth
3 Ιαν 2024
Jake’s Dilemma in Duluth
Συντάκτης: Κων/νος Βούλγαρης | Κάτω από: Εκπαίδευση στον 21ο αιώναIn the small town of Duluth, Minnesota, lived a laid-back kid named Jake who never seemed to have enough pocket money. His dad, a hardworking auto body technician,* constantly checked on him to ensure he completed his homework. Despite the reminders, Jake preferred spending countless hours immersed in video games, neglecting his responsibilities. One day, as… (συνέχεια…)
Δεν επιτρέπεται σχολιασμός στο The Wild Iris
At the end of my suffering there was a door. Hear me out: that which you call death I remember. Overhead, noises, branches of the pine shifting. Then nothing. The weak sun flickered over the dry surface. It is terrible to survive as consciousness buried in the dark earth. Then it was over: that which… (συνέχεια…)
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2 Ιαν 2024
Paws and Palms: A Kitten’s Adventure in Miami
Συντάκτης: Κων/νος Βούλγαρης | Κάτω από: Εκπαίδευση στον 21ο αιώναExcitement bubbled within the little kitten as she eagerly planned a trip to Miami with her classmates. Dreaming of sandy beaches and vibrant adventures, she couldn’t wait to create unforgettable memories under the Florida sun with her furry friends.
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1 Ιαν 2024
In a Station of the Metro
Συντάκτης: Κων/νος Βούλγαρης | Κάτω από: Εκπαίδευση στον 21ο αιώναThe apparition of these faces in the crowd: Petals on a wet, black bough. – Ezra Pound (1885-1972) This poem was first published in 1913 and is considered one of the leading poems of the Imagist tradition. Pound’s process of deletion from thirty lines to only fourteen words typifies Imagism’s focus on economy of language,… (συνέχεια…)
Δεν επιτρέπεται σχολιασμός στο Happy New
Joe yelled, “Happy New Year.” The cow yelled, “Happy Moo Year.” The ghost yelled, “Happy Boo Year.” The doctor yelled, “Happy Flu Year.” The penguin sneezed, “Happy Ah-choo Year.” The skunk yelled, “Happy Pee-yoo Year.” The owl hooted, “Happy Too-woo Year.” The cowboy yelled, “Happy Yahoo Year.” The trainman yelled, “Happy Choo-choo year.” The clock… (συνέχεια…)
Δεν επιτρέπεται σχολιασμός στο Canary
Billie Holiday’s burned voice had as many shadows as lights, a mournful candelabra against a sleek piano, the gardenia her signature under that ruined face. (Now you’re cooking, drummer to bass, magic spoon, magic needle. Take all day if you have to with your mirror and your bracelet of song.) Fact is, the invention of… (συνέχεια…)
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28 Δεκ 2023
I Saw a Man Pursuing the Horizon
Συντάκτης: Κων/νος Βούλγαρης | Κάτω από: Εκπαίδευση στον 21ο αιώναI saw a man pursuing the horizon; Round and round they sped. I was disturbed at this; I accosted the man. “It is futile,” I said, “You can never—” “You lie,” he cried, And ran on. – Stephen Crane (1871-1900)
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When you come to me, unbidden, Beckoning me To long-ago rooms, Where memories lie. Offering me, as to a child, an attic, Gatherings of days too few. Baubles of stolen kisses. Trinkets of borrowed loves. Trunks of secret words, I CRY. – Maya Angelou (1928-2014)
Δεν επιτρέπεται σχολιασμός στο Dreams
Hold fast to dreams For if dreams die Life is a broken-winged bird That cannot fly. Hold fast to dreams For when dreams go Life is a barren field Frozen with snow. – Langston Hughes (1902-1967)
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so much depends upon a red wheel barrow glazed with rain water beside the white chickens – William Carlos Williams (1883-1963) This clean-cut gem by Jewish American poet and doctor William Carlos Williams invites us into a moment of mindfulness and appreciation of everyday beauty.
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Robert Frost (1874-1963) was an American poet from San Francisco, California.
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I never saw a purple cow, I never hope to see one, But I can tell you, anyhow, I’d rather see than be one! Gelett Burgess (1866-1951) was an American artist, art critic, poet, author and humorist from Boston, Massachusetts.
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I made myself a snowball, As perfect as could be, I thought I’d keep it as a pet, And let it sleep with me. I made it some pajamas, And a pillow for its head. Then last night it ran away, But first, it wet the bed! – Shel… (συνέχεια…)
Δεν επιτρέπεται σχολιασμός στο At the Grocery Store
U.S. grocery stores specialize in food and drinks but sell a small selection of household products, as well. While food and drinks remain central to supermarkets, these stores devote more shelf space to other items than grocery stores. Supermarkets offer more household products, plus personal care products, cookware, and small kitchen appliances. Other markers of… (συνέχεια…)
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Mark Strand (1934-2014) was a Canadian-born American poet, essayist and translator from Summerside, Prince Edward Island. He was a professor of English and Comparative Literature at Columbia University from 2005 until his death in 2014. Η μετάφραση που έκανα σε αυτό το ποίημα αποτελεί ταυτόχρονα και μία αυθαίρετη ερμηνεία, καθώς δεν είναι σαφές εάν μιλάει… (συνέχεια…)
Δεν επιτρέπεται σχολιασμός στο Connie Converse
H Connie Converse εξαφανίστηκε μυστηριωδώς τον Αύγουστο του ’74 σε ηλικία 50 ετών. Elizabeth Eaton Converse (born August 3, 1924 – disappeared August 1974), was an American singer-songwriter and musician, best known under her professional name Connie Converse. She was active in New York City in the 1950s, and her work is among the earliest… (συνέχεια…)
Otto Leland Bohanan (1895-1932) was an African-American poet, composer and singer from Washington, DC. The Washer-Woman A great swart cheek and the gleam of tears, The flutter of hopes and the shadow of fears, And all day long the rub and scrub With only a breath betwixt tub and tub. Fool! Thou hast toiled… (συνέχεια…)
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28 Ιούλ 2023
World Dainty Championship
Συντάκτης: Κων/νος Βούλγαρης | Κάτω από: Εκπαίδευση στον 21ο αιώναWeekend ahead! The World Championship Dainty Contest and Festival kicks off in the Schnitzelburg neighborhood this weekend with days of fun, food, and events! This decades-old Louisville tradition will include two days of pre-celebration activities on July 29 & 30, with the Championship event taking place at Hauck’s Corner on Monday, July 31. Οι πρόγονοί… (συνέχεια…)
