Sep 4, 2023·edited Sep 4, 2023Liked by Dr. Kathleen Waller
This is the perfect travel guide! Having studied American and English Literature, esp. Thoreau and Emerson, struck a chord back then. Tempted to hop on the next plane, then again school starts in 3 hours! Bookmarked this to come back and follow those many links. Also, Elvis is on our To Watch list, good to know it doesn't suck! :)
just finished watching Elvis. Wife and I loved it. She is mad though about Parker, such an evil man! She is a lawyer and was ranting about suing him left and right...
Oh he is sooo evil, isn't he? And it's hard to see Tom Hanks as this type of person. What a tragic story all around, but also so inspirational. I know some parts were fictionalized, but it still really inspired me. I also think the OTT style of Luhrmann really worked for this film.
Thanks for checking back in on it! I am curious about all the law stuff :)
My wife initially thought the manager is a nice guy, because Tom Hanks and all but then ... she got angrier and angrier. Mismanagement! Misappropriation! Liability! Theft! Willful endangerment! Murder!! A tragedy. Also, the doctor got his license permanently revoked, eventually.
Reading from your link Emerson essay on Friendship:
'A man is reputed to have thought and eloquence; he cannot, for all that, say a word to his cousin or his uncle. They accuse his silence with as much reason as they would blame the insignificance of a dial in the shade. In the sun it will mark the hour. Among those who enjoy his thought, he will regain his tongue.'
That last sentence might be wise comfort for some of us. Thanks Kate
Isn't it a beautiful essay? Happy you discovered it, too. Going back to Emerson made me want to take space for his reflections -- a whole weekend retreat? Thanks, Jennifer.
Autumn leaves...orchards...AND the home of Louisa May Alcott? I am sold! I would love to visit New England, and you have evoked it so wonderfully in this piece that I am now more determined than ever : ) Regarding how home influences the literature and art we ingest/create - that is something worth pondering. I certainly think that where you hail from has a strong influence on the way you read and see art. I live in the city of Sheffield, in the north of England, which is said to be the greenest city in Europe. Our trees outnumber people, and the city is said to feel more like a village in the friendliness of its citizens. I feel that these kinds of stories have left indelible marks on me and the way I write, as well as the kind of writers I enjoy reading and the artwork I covet, which often reflect city life as well as nature. Great post - and happy birthday! : )
After reading some of your work, I think you would love New England, even if just for the literary merits! A retreat is in order :) It sounds like there are some similarities in the way nature has impacted your artistry (as I feel drawn to the Transcendental ways...). When we were looking at teaching jobs ALL over England (that's another story), I came across Sheffield...it does look beautiful from the photos. Interesting the way you explain the nature/city dynamic's impact on you. The way you describe it's trees taking you over or protecting you is just gorgeous. I shall get there one day soon! Thank you for your reflection!
This is the perfect travel guide! Having studied American and English Literature, esp. Thoreau and Emerson, struck a chord back then. Tempted to hop on the next plane, then again school starts in 3 hours! Bookmarked this to come back and follow those many links. Also, Elvis is on our To Watch list, good to know it doesn't suck! :)
I loved Elvis. But maybe you have to be a Baz Luhrmann fan?
Enjoy school - teacher or student?
Thanks for the comment!
just finished watching Elvis. Wife and I loved it. She is mad though about Parker, such an evil man! She is a lawyer and was ranting about suing him left and right...
Oh he is sooo evil, isn't he? And it's hard to see Tom Hanks as this type of person. What a tragic story all around, but also so inspirational. I know some parts were fictionalized, but it still really inspired me. I also think the OTT style of Luhrmann really worked for this film.
Thanks for checking back in on it! I am curious about all the law stuff :)
Elvis was larger than life, it needs to be OTT!
My wife initially thought the manager is a nice guy, because Tom Hanks and all but then ... she got angrier and angrier. Mismanagement! Misappropriation! Liability! Theft! Willful endangerment! Murder!! A tragedy. Also, the doctor got his license permanently revoked, eventually.
We liked the trailer, so we'll give it a go when we can find the time. Son is not interested :)
Bringing the student to school (4eme). I finished my Cambridge Creative Writing Studies in May. Looking for a post. Fingers crossed!
Both exciting transition points. Good luck to you!!
(my son just started kindergarten - maternelle grande je pense?)
Yes, “maternelle, grande section” They grow so fast! 😅 and thanks! Might have a lead on a narrative design guest speaker role in Nice... we’ll see.
Reading from your link Emerson essay on Friendship:
'A man is reputed to have thought and eloquence; he cannot, for all that, say a word to his cousin or his uncle. They accuse his silence with as much reason as they would blame the insignificance of a dial in the shade. In the sun it will mark the hour. Among those who enjoy his thought, he will regain his tongue.'
That last sentence might be wise comfort for some of us. Thanks Kate
Isn't it a beautiful essay? Happy you discovered it, too. Going back to Emerson made me want to take space for his reflections -- a whole weekend retreat? Thanks, Jennifer.
Autumn leaves...orchards...AND the home of Louisa May Alcott? I am sold! I would love to visit New England, and you have evoked it so wonderfully in this piece that I am now more determined than ever : ) Regarding how home influences the literature and art we ingest/create - that is something worth pondering. I certainly think that where you hail from has a strong influence on the way you read and see art. I live in the city of Sheffield, in the north of England, which is said to be the greenest city in Europe. Our trees outnumber people, and the city is said to feel more like a village in the friendliness of its citizens. I feel that these kinds of stories have left indelible marks on me and the way I write, as well as the kind of writers I enjoy reading and the artwork I covet, which often reflect city life as well as nature. Great post - and happy birthday! : )
After reading some of your work, I think you would love New England, even if just for the literary merits! A retreat is in order :) It sounds like there are some similarities in the way nature has impacted your artistry (as I feel drawn to the Transcendental ways...). When we were looking at teaching jobs ALL over England (that's another story), I came across Sheffield...it does look beautiful from the photos. Interesting the way you explain the nature/city dynamic's impact on you. The way you describe it's trees taking you over or protecting you is just gorgeous. I shall get there one day soon! Thank you for your reflection!