Archive for January, 2017
A Busy Day in New Orleans Posted by sasha on Jan 31, 2017
New Orleans is an American city rich in history and culture. The “Big Easy” is famous for its delicious cuisine, vibrant music scene, and one of the wildest parties on Earth. Take a short video tour and see what you can do with “A Busy Day in New Orleans,” including a walk in the French…
The Man Behind 1984 Posted by Gary Locke on Jan 27, 2017
People are reading George Orwell again. Not that they ever stopped reading him, but now his works are hitting the bestseller lists, thanks largely to the kind of language we are hearing from members of the new Trump administration. And language, particularly English language as used by politicians, was Orwell’s preoccupation. Orwell’s real name was…
What’s the Difference? Inauguration Posted by Gary Locke on Jan 19, 2017
With a new administration taking office, it seems a good time to remind ourselves that the words of our leaders can have real significance. The misuse of a word, even selecting one simile when another would have been more appropriate, could lead to misunderstandings. And misunderstandings may have consequences. It may not lead to…
Great American Cities – New Orleans Posted by sasha on Jan 17, 2017
Our journey around Great American Cities continues with a trip down south to New Orleans. Known for its music, cuisine, and wild nightlife, it’s a city that attracts millions every year. Name – The city originally had a French name (La Nouvelle-Orléans), as it was named after the Duke of Orleans. It later had a Spanish…
The Parts of a Speech Posted by Gary Locke on Jan 13, 2017
Many of us, at some time in our lives, have to speak in front of a large gathering. It may be a quick toast to a friend celebrating a birthday or an anniversary. It may be some form of testimony that you have been asked to make based on your experience and knowledge of a…
Winter Weather in the United States Posted by Gary Locke on Jan 6, 2017
January is typically the coldest month in the northern hemisphere, and therefore is likely to give us some extreme winter weather. Different areas in the United States experience winter storms which are unique to their regions. Each type of storm also has its own meteorological term. Let’s take a look at the different names of…