Essay
A morning cup of coffee
Every morning or sometimes only a few days a week I make a small pot of coffee. The reason for this is because I like the smell of fresh perked coffee as well as the sound of the coffee pot while the coffee is brewing. Other days I have hot tea and if it is really warm something cold to drink like orange juice or even lemonade and maybe even iced tea.
By Mark Grahamabout a year ago in Critique
The Importance of Representation
t's interesting that one of the strongest markers of the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., will be the career of Nichelle Nichols. As the story goes, she was debating quitting "Star Trek" but Dr. King was able to convince her to stay. There is no question that her career has inspired plenty of women to be their best possible person, and that a lot of black women would not be who they are without her example.
By Jamais Jochimabout a year ago in Critique
The Three Brunettes of Postmodern Teen Media:. Content Warning.
Three fictional women have lingered in my mind: Joey Potter, Effy Stonem, and Lorelai Gilmore. They form a trinity of postmodern teen media—the reluctant ingénue, the brooding mess, and the fast-talking iconoclast. These characters are the patron saints of every girl who has ever rolled her eyes at the world and then written a poem about it.
By Mirela Todorovic about a year ago in Critique
There are Days
There are days that I feel like doing what the dog in the picture is doing, but this is an article about some special days that seems to be like holidays. We all know and observe days like Mother's Day and Father's Day, but did you also know that there's a day for children and grandparents. There are the federal holidays of Veteran's and President's Day, which the latter is coming up very soon for there is also an Armed Forces Day and a Patriot Day, as well as days for particular people or groups of people as Martin Luther King Day and Juneteenth that are also federal holidays, and I almost forgot about Columbus Day and St. Patrick's Day even though they are not federal days but are still days that various groups celebrate every year even like the one that just passed Valentine's Day for all kinds of relationships. I know there is Christmas Day, New Year's Day, Easter Sunday, Thanksgiving Day, Memorial Day and Independence Day and even Canada Day on the calendar, but these days are for everyone just about for the days I mentioned earlier are ones that usually do not get 'celebrated' quite as much with television specials and things like that. If any readers have anything that they want to share or want to mention a day I forgot please comment it would really be appreciated.
By Mark Grahamabout a year ago in Critique
What is a book?
What is a book? A book is an object by which learn as in a schoolbook. A book could also be a reference book when one needs to find interesting subjects to write about. Books are also meant to be enjoyed for there are picture books, fiction books, and poetry books to read for fun and enjoyment and still have fun reading. I still love the phrase I learned in Teacher education one learns to read then reads to learn. Books to hold in your hand or even eBooks are great places to escape from the world for a while.
By Mark Grahamabout a year ago in Critique
How many more people will the sea swallow, and how much europe will endure? . AI-Generated.
The Mediterranean Migration Crisis: Why People Risk Everything for a Better Life Every year, thousands of people from Asia and Africa embark on perilous journeys across the Mediterranean Sea, hoping to reach Europe in search of safety, opportunity, and a better life. These journeys are fraught with danger—overcrowded boats, treacherous waters, and the constant threat of exploitation by human traffickers. Tragically, many do not survive the journey, and the Mediterranean has become one of the deadliest migration routes in the world. Yet, despite the risks, the number of people attempting this crossing continues to rise. To understand why people leave their homelands and risk everything, we must examine the complex interplay of economic, political, social, and environmental factors that drive migration.
By Banik Sojibabout a year ago in Critique
THE ASHES OF TOMORROW. AI-Generated.
The sky burned red as the distant horizon crumbled under the weight of war. In the war-torn land of Varkaan, two powerful nations fought relentlessly, each driven by deep-rooted religious convictions and the pursuit of dominance. Between them lay a third country, Eshvar, a land once fertile and peaceful, now a wasteland of starving souls caught in the crossfire.
By Banik Sojibabout a year ago in Critique
What is a Pot of Gold?
Actually, what is the or a Pot of Gold? Is it an actual pot of gold or is it something else entirely. To me a pot of gold could be getting hugs from my many family members alive and dead. Another pot of gold could be that someone has actually bought my eBooks that I had published two months ago. The Pot of Gold could be the journey down the yellow brick road on the way to getting our ultimate reward in heaven or in some cases for some people who may go the other way one must wonder so.
By Mark Grahamabout a year ago in Critique
Trump's Pardons for January 6 Rioters
On January 20, 2025, President Donald Trump issued full pardons to 1,500 individuals convicted for their roles in the January 6, 2021, Capitol insurrection. Among those pardoned were prominent figures from extremist groups, including leaders convicted of seditious conspiracy. This unprecedented move has reignited concerns about the fragility of American democracy, the erosion of the rule of law, and the stark inequalities within the justice system. When viewed through the lens of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), these pardons further highlight systemic inequities and the disproportionate impact of justice decisions on marginalized communities.
By Dr William M Whiteabout a year ago in Critique
Grimm's Fairy Tales #9
The next really short fairy tale that I read for the very first time is entitled 'The Old Man and His Grandson'. This story is a story of love and respect for your elders. The child of sees how his parents treat his grandfather and shows them in another way that they should respect and love him still. This little boy does come up with a very interesting and poignant way to show his parents their wrongdoing in caring for their parent, his grandfather. This is also a story of how children can teach adults to be better in showing respect. We should all love each other no matter how old we are and become. Again, please share your thoughts on this and the others, and by the way there are still more of these I plan on sharing. Thank you.
By Mark Grahamabout a year ago in Critique
Grimm's Fairy Tales #8
Here is another Grimm's Fairy Tale entitled 'The Death of the Little Hen'. This is the story that could be about being greedy for the little hen did not want to share a nut with a friend. The friend did try help by trying to fetch some water, but when he went to ask everyone wanted something. The friend was too late to save the little hen, and she died. The friend cried for his friend so loudly that other animals came, and they built a carriage and helped him take the little hen to be buried. They came to a stream and to figure a way to cross. They all tried to help but in the end the friend was alone to bury the little hen and cried till he died. This could be a lesson on learning about death and coping and how one copes with a death of a friend. It did seem that the other animals wanted to help, but could their real reason be for helping the friend. Please share your thoughts and it will be greatly appreciated.
By Mark Grahamabout a year ago in Critique
