William Shakespeare's Sonnet 11 continues the opening sequence of the so-called Procreation Sonnets (Sonnets 1–17), in which the speaker urges a beautiful young man to marry and have children. While modern readers often dismiss these poems as little more than persuasive arguments for parenthood, Sonnet 11 reveals a far richer meditation on time, identity, renewal, … Continue reading “Nature’s Investment”: Shakespeare’s Sonnet 11 in the Age of Selfies, Sustainability, and Legacy
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We are at the height of Summer, some of us are getting ready for the Winter to come, others know Fall rains are coming. Some of us are about to enter…Fun Fotos For Friday – Hidden Chills
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The night had no map. Just rain on the pavement,smoke curling beneath the street-lamps,and that old brass moonhanging crooked over the city. I stood at the cornerwith a suitcase full of bad decisionsand a heart that had learnednot to ask too many questions. There was no sign. No trumpet from heaven.No voice from the back … Continue reading Revisionist Poetry – BEGIN ANYWHERE — A PROHIBITION JAZZ REQUIEM – Journey’s Openings, v.4
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It’s in the eyes. He has those used-car-salesman looks about him. Only he looks like he’s from some Old-Western times… Trying to look the daddy and …The Used Horse Salesman
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Revisionist Poetry – START WITHOUT A MAP – Journey’s Openings, v.4
Everybody saysyou need a plan. A five-year plan.A backup plan.A plan for your planin case your plan absolutely implodes. But life? Life laughs at the spreadsheet. You can stand at the starting lineforeverwaiting for the perfect moment,the perfect sign,the perfect version of yourself. Spoiler: they're probably not coming. So start messy. Start scared.Start late.Start with … Continue reading Revisionist Poetry – START WITHOUT A MAP – Journey’s Openings, v.4
“Throne Flex: Henry’s Viral Upgrade” – Poetcore Shakespeare: The Bard for Gen Z
(T.A.E.’s LitBites) – A modern retelling of Henry VIII by William Shakespeare Okay, picture this: England is like the hottest, messiest influencer drama of the century. At the centre? King Henry—big ego, bigger wardrobe—who wants to level up his legacy. But the real show isn’t just his crown; it’s the backstage chaos: friends flipping, priests playing … Continue reading “Throne Flex: Henry’s Viral Upgrade” – Poetcore Shakespeare: The Bard for Gen Z
Mumford’s Dad. Also known as, Mumford.
The everyday people of this world are filled with wonderful stories. They may occasionally look bored, but don’t mistake this look to mean they are …Mumford’s Dad. Also known as, Mumford.
500 Works of Art on the Road to Your Creativity #495 – Ballerinas
Ballerinas Musings of the Artists Mind The perspective of this shot may not give an obvious view of the ballerinas I see, however, look closely at …500 Works of Art on the Road to Your Creativity #495 – Ballerinas