As we all know Shakespeare was adept at creating numerous words for his own works, which are even today in common usage (whether we known their origin or not!) So today's question is: Do you make your own vocabulary words in your book or resort to the existing...
I could not pass up the opportunity to share the celebrations planned in the UK for Shakepeare's 450th birthday! http://www.shakespearesbirthday.org.uk/?page_id=19 The Bard would have been shocked and hopefully pleased, if he were present today with the adoration and...
Euphemism - definition: the substitution of a mild, indirect, or vague word or expression for a more harsh one We all know several euphemism's, I am sure. It is why we use them that is interesting. It may be to lessen pain or distress to someone or to hide a fact from...
Mournful - definition: feeling or showing sadness I will share poems by a couple classic authors today, as my grief is far too new to write anything. Sorry. I Measure Every Grief I Meet by Emily Dickinson I measure every Grief I meet With narrow, probing, eyes – I...
As I was interviewed yesterday I left the word of the day off my post so we can look at two words today. Rhetoric - definition: the art of using language skillfully We all endeavor to be skillful with our words when writing, whether it is fiction, poetry or...
It is my great, great pleasure to introduce Linda Pedley, my dear friend and mentor. She is an inspiration to many. Today's word is Principle - Definition: 1) a general or fundamental law 2) a rule of or code of conduct or devotion to such a code. Linda lives by a...
My dear friend, Linda treated me to a wonderfully funny evening at the Varscona Theatre last night (a birthday treat). The performers of The School of Night group were quick witted and sharp as tacks when given direction from the audience and the Word Serpent. With a...