Monthly Archives: January 2013

Gothic

Posted on January 27, 2013 by carilynn27

January 26, 2013 “Deep into that darkness peering long, I stood there, wondering, fearing, doubting, dreaming dreams that no mortal ever dared to dream before,” wrote Edgar Allan Poe in his famous poem “The Raven.” I thought that particular quote … Continue reading →

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The Hunger Games and Shakespeare

Posted on January 21, 2013 by carilynn27

January 20, 2013       This week as I finished up The Hunger Games with Mockingjay I felt like I could relate to Katniss and her struggles.  The themes of physical hardships, poverty, power, versions of reality, identity and social … Continue reading →

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Faith and Reason in Buddhism

Posted on January 6, 2013 by carilynn27

August 5, 2006 Buddhism Faith and Reason         I caught most of the 7th part of the Bill Moyers series On Faith and Reason.  Pema Chodron was on.  She is a Buddhist Nun who grew up Catholic.  When her … Continue reading →

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