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- THE TIRELESS SEAIn Poetry·November 5, 2022From shining emerald to Midnight blue beneath A gleaming golden sun, The tireless sea beats, Ceaselessly against sand, Beneath the cries of gulls, Today as it did long ago Timeless in my memory, As in this present moment. - Donovan Baldwin214
- Qualities of a Good Assignment WriterIn Reviews·December 12, 2022Qualities of a Good Assignment Writer What are the qualities of a great editor? A good editing ability allows writers to present exceptional paperwork. There are things that every teacher should consider when hiring that particular person to manage their academic papers. One of these characteristics is that a master's student understands the essentials of ensuring excellence in writing. Students often fail to acquire the services of the most reputable online help service. This is because they end up presenting shoddy reports that are below the required standards. If that is the case, there are chances that other students will likewise face difficulties managing their assignments. Excellent essayists understand the implications of submitting a low standard report after the work has been done. After all, it is easy to write a poorly written article and edit it. As such, it makes sense for a learner to pick the individual to review and arguably improve the quality of the entire document. Now, what are some of the attributes that make excellent editors? Strong interpersonal skills Assessed by an assessment team of several individuals, the gender differences in power are enormous. The candidates with the highest ratings are the people who have the abilities to administer writes. Going through a group works to determine which of the applicants is the more competent the author is. Most will give a clear explanation of the unique features that separate them. The proposition will allow the reader to get a better understanding of the subject matter before reading the actual documents. When working as a professional, the rectitudes outweighed. The editorial Team will ensure that the candidate is a solid exponent of the craft. They can convey the kind of thoughts and ideas that are expected of both the readers and the lecturer. The ideal applicant will be the one with the technical know-how of a t analyze a complex topic and come out with an eloquent piece. Communication skill How quickly will the interviewer answer questions? To assess a client’s expertise, the expert must have mastery of the English language. It writemypaper.help if a helper utilizes fluent spoken communication to process a query. For instance, the examiner will use the liar, incomplete, or debated format depending on the specifications of that task. Remember, a fastidious clientele will not want to read a boring, Lengthy Report. Hence, it is crucial for an assistant to possess superb knowledge of the English Language. Well-Organized A well-organized employee will deskipass the order form with the vital information in a systematic manner. It ensures that the job is organized logically, and everything is orderly. The informational style preferred by the employer will be employed to execution. Ultimate supervisors admire a learner whose organizational prowess is demonstrated by the thorough application of procedure.2142
- Winter is Party Time!In General Discussion·December 16, 2022We tend to think of winter as a time of rest, hibernation, and quiet. But, according to the calendar, the winter months are a time of many holidays around the world. The cold months are clearly a popular time for parties and celebrations. While some are filled with solemn tradition, others focus on fun and frolic. All pose opportunities for interesting and real-life lessons in geography, culture, history, and religion. Let's take a look a some of these. [borrowed/modified for this post] Hanukkah For eight days each November or December, Jews light a special candle holder called a menorah. They do it to remember an ancient miracle in which one day’s worth of oil burned for eight days in the temple. During Hanukkah, many Jews also eat special potato pancakes called latkes, sing songs, and spin a top called a dreidel to win chocolate coins, nuts, or raisins. Three Kings Day At the end of the Twelve Days of Christmas comes a day called the Epiphany, or Three Kings Day. This holiday is celebrated as the day the three wise men first saw baby Jesus and brought him gifts. On this day in Spain, many children get their Christmas presents. In Puerto Rico, before children go to sleep on January 5, they leave a box with hay under their beds so the kings will leave good presents. In France, a delicious King cake is baked. Bakers will hide a coin, jewel, or little toy inside. Winter Solstice The Winter Solstice occurs around December 21. It is the shortest day of the year. People all over the world participate in festivals and celebrations. Long ago, people celebrated by lighting bonfires and candles to coax back the sun. St. Lucia Day To honor this third-century saint on December 13, many girls in Sweden dress up as “Lucia brides” in long white gowns with red sashes, and a wreath of burning candles on their heads. They wake up their families by singing songs and bringing them coffee and twisted saffron buns called “Lucia cats.” St. Nicholas Day A popular December holiday in many European countries, St. Nicholas Day, celebrates St. Nicholas of Myra, the man whose life inspired the tradition of Santa Claus and Father Christmas. He gave all of his money to the needy and was known for his compassion for children and all those in need. The holiday honors the man on the anniversary of his death, December 6, 343 A.D. Many celebrate with parades, feasts, gift giving, and festivals. Christmas People celebrate this Christian holiday by going to church, giving gifts, and sharing the day with their families. In some parts of Europe, “star singers” go caroling—singing special Christmas songs—as they walk behind a huge star on a pole. The Christmas festivities in Ireland tend to be more religious in nature rather than being about gifts. Christmas celebrations last from Christmas Eve until January 6 (Epiphany). On December 26, known as St. Stephen’s Day, an Irish tradition that is known as the Wren Boys Procession takes place. Children go from door to door singing, holding a stick that is topped by a holly bush and a wren. They ask for money for the “starving wren,” which goes into their pockets. In ancient times, a real wren was killed and fastened to the stick, but today fake wrens are used. The Christmas Eve festivities in the Ukraine are known as Sviata Vechera, which means “Holy Supper.” The celebration begins when the first evening star is sighted in the night sky. In farming communities, the household head brings in a sheaf of wheat, which symbolizes the wheat crops of Ukraine. It is called “didukh,” which translates to “grandfather spirit.” In homes within the city, a few stalks of wheat may be used to decorate the table. Kwanzaa Kwanzaa, which means “First Fruits,” is based on ancient African harvest festivals and celebrates ideals such as family life and unity. During this spiritual holiday, celebrated from December 26 to January 1, millions of African Americans dress in special clothes, decorate their homes with fruits and vegetables, and light a candle holder called a kinara. New Year In Ecuador, families dress a straw man in old clothes on December 31. The straw man represents the old year. The family members make a will for the straw man that lists all of their faults. At midnight, they burn the straw man, in hopes that their faults will disappear with him. In Japan, Omisoka (or New Year’s Eve) is the second most important holiday of the year, following New Year’s Day, the start of a new beginning. Japanese families gather for a late dinner around 11 PM, and at midnight, many make visits to a shrine or temple. In many homes, there is a cast bell that is struck 108 times, symbolizing desires believed to cause human suffering. Those in Hong Kong pray to the gods and ghosts of their ancestors, asking that they will fulfill wishes for the next year. Priests read aloud the names of every living person at the celebration and attach a list of the names to a paper horse and set it on fire. The smoke carries the names up to the gods and the living will be remembered. To celebrate the Chinese New Year, many children dress in new clothes to celebrate and people carry lanterns and join in a huge parade led by a silk dragon, the Chinese symbol of strength. According to legend, the dragon hibernates most of the year, so people throw firecrackers to keep the dragon awake. Mardi Gras The time of Lent is a solemn one of reflection for Christians, so the Tuesday before Lent begins is a time of merry-making for many people around the world. In New Orleans, people wear costumes and attend huge parades for the festival of Mardi Gras. Brazil’s Carnaval also features parades, costumes, and music. This day is also known as Shrove Tuesday. In England, some towns have pancake contests in which women run a race while flipping a pancake at least three times. Mardi Gras usually occurs in February or March, 47 days prior to Easter. [The holiday write-ups were originally published in November of 2014 and have been revised for this post.]217
- Infographic: Guide to Film Popularity Over the YearsIn General Discussion·December 16, 2022Sharing this little gem I ran across in the hopes it sparks some discussion - note this was originally published in 2014, so nearly a decade is missing from the charts.215
- Mind to MindIn Poetry·January 19, 2023Mind to Mind how sublime touching thoughts like raindrops falling through a cloud in time no beginning, no end we bear gifts in this our destiny our strings so finely tuned in an eternity with no beginning without end © L. G. Rogers Jan. 19, 20232124
- WHY?In Poetry·March 7, 2023Good times, bad times... We live, we die - passing so quickly... What for, we ask - Why? We learn to earn - to live and yearn for love, for family to serve, fill a void, to find a reason for just being... to finally find out what it's all about: in the grand scheme, all that matters is... Love213
- RIP - Leonard CohenIn Tributes·April 2, 2022Canadian singer-songwriter, poet, and novelist His work explored religion, politics, isolation, depression, sexuality, loss, death, and romantic relationships. Cohen pursued a career as a poet and novelist during the 1950s and early 1960s, and did not begin a music career until 1967 at the age of 33. Last night, my phone kept on buzzing to tell me that Leonard Cohen died. I was not a good friend of Leonard’s and I don’t even remember where I met him, but it was either at some event arranged by Louis Dudek or Irving Layton. I was a student at McGill University at the time and writing some of the poetry that was published in my book, At the Foot of Sinai. I think it was Louis who wanted me to meet Leonard, whose poems were published as Let Us Compare Mythologies (1956), the first book in the McGill Poetry Series. My book was published as the first book in the Hillel Poetry Series. Leonard was an excellent poet but was disappointed that he could never meet expenses, living as a poet, even after the success of the Spice-Box of Earth (1961), and his novel, The Favorite Game (1963). He was to move to the United States to become a folk singer-songwriter. That was a much more lucrative career. I followed his career and loved his successes and was even (mistakenly, I believe) introduced to some of his fans in the UK as a friend of Leonard Cohen’s. I loved his songs and imagined myself as another “bird on a wire, a drunk in a midnight choir.” As it was written, “We have lost one of music's most revered and prolific visionaries.” We have also lost a great poet and inspiration. And we wish only good to his family, his friends and fans. May they remember him for good and may his poems and songs live forever. Baruch Dayan Haemet 8-11-2016 by George Farkas211
- RIP - Leah AdlerIn Tributes·April 2, 2022Musician and Mother of Stephen Spielberg Everyone was so pleased when Leah Adler walked to each table greeting each guest like a guest in her home. She expressed an interest in her guests, in what they were doing. The food was excellent, but it wasn’t for the food that we went to the Milky Way. It wasn’t because it was an excellent place to get a kosher dairy meal. It was to see Leah Adler again, the mother of Stephen Spielberg. Yes, there was always a vain hope that we might get to meet her famous son, but the character of the place was distinctly her. The music that played was her playing in her younger years. But it showed her talent and her choices. Quiet, so that we could talk while eating. Not a typical place for a business lunch. Others who were eating there were also learning Jewish texts, having a romantic lunch, some regulars just sitting and eating, but everyone was so pleased when Leah Adler walked to each table greeting each guest like a guest in her home. She expressed an interest in her guests, in what they were doing. Yes, it was her place. On the way to the washroom, one saw posters for her children’s films, a sign of a mother luxuriating in the accomplishments of her children. She was short with white hair reminding me of my mother in her later years. She walked slowly and the last time I saw her, an attendant accompanied her. Always smiling, she sat at our table, and spoke to us. I had given her a copy of one of my son-in-law, Adam Stotland’s CDs the previous time I was there and she remembered and told me that she enjoyed it. Just what I expected, like the friend she was. With all her guests and friends, I will miss her. Condolences to her four children and the entire family. I can imagine how much they too will miss her. Baruch Dayan Haemet George Farkas213
- Self publishing by Shan R.K.In Advice and Articles·May 4, 2022Have you ever wondered what would happen if everybody in the world was capable of doing everything, without needing one another? If our entire existence was created for a sole purpose and that is to do everything? It will be boring because there would be no uniqueness, besides one's ability to get it done differently. Well, that is what self-publishing is not. Self-Publishing is the modern way of getting stuff done, how you want it, when you want it, and allowing the rest of the world to choose whether they want it and if you haven’t figured it out as yet, I am referring to that book you just wrote, or the piece of poetry you have locked away in your cupboard, or those diaries you have kept in the shoebox on top of your cupboard collecting dust. There are a lot of wants in that paragraph, but the question remains, what is self-publishing, and how do you get it done right the first time without a loan? I am smiling right now because I know exactly what you could be thinking. Daunting. I know, all you want to do is write, but if you don’t share, then what is the point of writing? Sharing is caring, and you care to share your work, so they care enough to read it and so the cycle begins and everyone lives happily ever after. Andy Rooney said it best: Everyone wants to live on top of the mountain, but all the happiness and growth occurs while you’re climbing it. So let’s begin our climb. How to Self-Publish my book the right way, the first time around. Write and write again, then repeat until you ARE at most 70% sure it is the best story you’ve written because after 14 books published, I can tell you there is no 100% certainty when it comes to writing, there is always a better word and always a more interesting chapter so let it go, put it away, hide it under lock ‘n key, or in Locke n Key. Yes, you heard me correctly, I said STOP, the book is done. When I say done, I mean you have obviously finished 3 rewrites, or edits and the book makes sense, which brings me to our next step. Read, read, read. You have to read the book you wrote, and it has to make sense. So I would suggest, and I am no Mental expert, say before you read your book, take a day or two to read another book, maybe read a children’s book, or that book you have hidden in your kindle at the bottom, or you go to read. But read something else, do something to take your mind off of the book. A fresh pair of eyes always sees stuff from a new vantage point. And whose eyes would you trust best but your own? Even with double lenses. Your eyes and mind are the best tools you have when it comes to reading. Once you are all relaxed, read your book for the final time, make your changes, but don’t spend too much time on it. You are not going to master your first book, besides making it legible and error-free. Once you are satisfied, I am going to suggest the next step, but this one is a take it or leave it and I will explain why shortly. Hire an Editor, if you can’t afford one, go to the University or College and get one of the students who are studying to be the person who could one day help you. It costs less, and they are good at it (most of the time) and they need the money. Besides, a long working relationship with someone who could one day be the CEO of a major Publishing House never hurt, right? But as I said in my previous point, it is not a must. Yes, you read this correctly, not a must. Not everyone has $400 to use on an Editor for a book that might or might not sell. It is a big risk, but a brilliant one, but if you are a parent trying to make a small living and don’t have the cash, I would suggest you search for other ways, the harder path and google ‘Editing Apps.’ Join Facebook groups and social media platforms or ask ArtsKeeper to put your story out there that you need help, someone might give you the route to take or a number to call, but help is out there. But if you can’t afford an editor, don’t leave your work on a shelf, do it yourself. All those Editors were once trained and these are the modern times, where Google exists and so does the play store, of course, let us not forget Youtube, we got to love Videos. I suggest while you are deciding on the editing of your book and the path in which you are going to take, you focus on the next visionary step. What is your book going to look like? Are you smiling? Have some idea? Maybe a feeling of an idea? That is where the other creative juices begin to flow and where you, the self-publisher decide what you want your book to look like, how cool is that? You have all the say, YOU ARE THE BOSS. But the question is how do you do that? How do you create a good book cover? Easy for some, not for others. You have three options which would save you time and money. Create your cover – it isn’t rocket science, you need a name, title and oh wait, a picture, that is where it might get a bit tricky. Copyrights, licenses, ISBN, aya aya. What if I told you all that can be done for free? Your pictures can be chosen off Copyright Free Sites, there are quite a few. And yes, if you are capable of writing a book, or poem, you are capable of creating a decent first book cover. Unless you have $150 for a pre-made one, of course. But if you are looking for a high-quality book cover design I suggest chatting to other self-published authors and letting them recommend someone for you and if you are lucky some of those people even offer formatting which leads to our next step. Formatting your document is a crucial part of your book, the format you choose needs to be legible, and I suggest be spaced out and emphasized in a way that grips the readers because you have written the book, and maybe you wrote it for yourself but if you want people to pay the price, you have to make it worth their while. If ArtsKeeper likes my post, maybe they will ask me to write another one, which I would suggest be about formatting your books. But if you have no experience on Docx and want most of the formatting DONE by the click of a button, I suggest using Draft2digital, you can google it. Once the interior of your book is complete, I say the next step would be to put your book together and decide where you would like to publish it, whether you are going to purchase an ISBN or use the free one provided for you on numerous publishing sites? Are you going to focus on selling Print copies, Audible or Ebook? Or just publish all of them? And most importantly, what is the price of your book going to sell for. When I say sell, I mean you need to consider a decent price that is not extremely cheap that people think you add no value, and not too expensive that your neighbor calls you crazy. Now once all of the above is in order, the next crucial part of publishing would be to take your Authorship Ways and freeze it and become a Business Marketing Strategist, because you are going to need it to sell some books. Marketing for Authors is extremely difficult, but with a few tricks, you should be able to navigate through what fits for you. And while many blog posts would discuss with you the usual, social media, signup for newsletters, blog swaps, etc, I am going to tell you two secret tricks that work. Public Writing – Writing online for free, creating good blog content for yourself or magazines, adding comments on published written works, reviewing books you’ve read and my favorite, Live Novels, poetry, stories. The best thing about writing a page a day and sharing it with the public is it does two very important things for you as a writer. You become a better writer. You gain a following of people who admire what you are doing and a lot of them would buy your books, they would love your words and that is what you want. A lasting relationship with people who lift you, and you need a lot of those to get you somewhere in this rat race. I hope my blog post helped you with some guidance and if you need advice on anything or want to join my writing program starting April 2nd then pop me an email, and we can talk. shanRk@zoho.com A huge thank you to ArtsKeeper for allowing me to write this post and share some insight into self-publishing. All the best Shan R.K NB: FOR THE BOOK LOVERS OUT THERE, HERE ARE SOME LINKS TO MY BOOKS. PLEASE CHECK THEM OUT AND MY WEBSITE. Books by Shan R.K: https://www.amazon.com/Shan-R-K/e/B01EQMMF8M/ref=dp_byline_cont_pop_ebooks_1 Website: Shan.com2113
- THE GREAT DIFFICULT POEMIn Poetry·May 12, 2022Just as a sudden rain falls after a sunny day Most great poems are sometimes unexpected The poet lingers around its first word for hours Making little dots on the first line of his book Each time the idea perches like a bird on a tree He hurries to work with hopes to see it end And growls as the winds lift these birds away Always the first word; Just as difficult as Hosting a Christian crusade in Yemen. The poet will be gummed to his chair all-day Staring at his ceiling and scratching his hair What can be more difficult than a first word? Surely his mother will call out from her room "Do you know where I kept my underwear? The poultry house needs to be quiet. And go tell the neighbor's dogs to stop barking." A difficult mother can be more difficult Than the difficult first word of a poem. Most great poems are sometimes unexpected And their first words are mostly difficult As the word itself, 'Di-f-fi-cult'. It makes you stare at everything around you; From the quiet wall gecko on the walls To the industrious ants around your food crumbs From the tweeting birds outside your window To the messy state of your laundry room As difficult as the poem's first word was to mold When the inspiration unexpectedly sets in As spontaneous sex does occur at times The poet will write a story about his mother How she was as difficult as his poem at first He will add a description of the wall gecko With descriptions of those industrious ants And he will question why they act the way they do. Nsikan218
- Hello!In Who am I?·June 2, 2022My name is Mirela Mohan and I am a copywriter and editor. I cover lifestyle and real estate content as well as web copy. Some of my work has been picked up by The New York Times, Globe Street, the Commercial Observer and other. While a lot of my writing leans on the technical, I have a penchant for the creative and whimsical. One of my favorite quotes is “One day I will find the right words, and they will be simple” by Jack Kerouac. Fitting words for a profession where putting the right words on the page is the ultimate quest. When I’m not writing, I love trying new recipes in the kitchen and drawing.2115
- Au Revoir et Merci, Jane BirkinIn Featured Artists·July 16, 2023Jane Birkin, the British-French actress, singer, and fashion icon passed away today. She was best known for her collaborations with French singer-songwriter Serge Gainsbourg, as well as for her distinctive style and influential role in fashion and pop culture. Here are some key aspects of Jane Birkin's career and contributions: Musical Collaborations: Jane Birkin gained international recognition for her musical collaborations with Serge Gainsbourg, a renowned French musician and composer. Their most famous song together is "Je t'aime... moi non plus" (1969), which sparked controversy for its sensual content. Acting Career: Birkin appeared in numerous films, both in France and internationally. Some of her notable film roles include "Blow-Up" (1966), "Wonderwall" (1968), and "La Piscine" (1969). She worked with acclaimed directors like Michelangelo Antonioni and Agnès Varda. Iconic Style: Jane Birkin's effortless and bohemian style became iconic in the 1960s and 1970s. Her fashion choices, including her signature basket bag, became highly influential and continue to inspire trends today. Humanitarian Work: Birkin was involved in various humanitarian causes throughout her life. She worked with organizations such as Amnesty International and collaborated on projects to raise awareness about issues like HIV/AIDS. Cultural Influence: Jane Birkin's talent, beauty, and unique persona contributed to her becoming a symbol of the Swinging London and French New Wave movements. Her impact on music, fashion, and film has left a lasting legacy. It's worth noting that Jane Birkin's career extends beyond these highlights. She continued to be active in the entertainment industry and cultural scene until a few months ago.214
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