Photo essay: Where children sleep | The Lookout Recently, the charitable organization Save the Children asked documentary photographer James Mollison to come up with an idea to get people thinking about the rights of children around the world. What he came up with was an unusual, but powerful project: a photo essay of more than 200 children and their bedrooms, called "Where Children Sleep." "I found myself thinking about my bedroom: how significant it was during my childhood, and how it reflected what I had and who I was," Mollison, who was born in Kenya, writes. "It occurred to me that a way to address some of the complex situations and social issues affecting children would be to look at the bedrooms of children in all kinds of different circumstances." The book has sold out since its initial printing last year, and Mollison says his publisher intends to reprint it later this year. Mollison photographed the child's bedroom and the child separately, juxtaposing the two photos. James Mollison Kana, 16, lives in Tokyo: James Mollison
Some paradoxes - an anthology Art of Food & Wine Palm Desert The Art of Food & Wine Palm Desert is an annual gathering of art, food and wine enthusiasts in Southern California’s Coachella Valley. The four-day event features food and wine tastings, art exhibitions, celebrity chef demonstrations, culinary seminars, music, shopping and golf. The 2009 event was scheduled to take place from November 5 through November 8, 2009, but was canceled due to the recession. History[edit] The idea for the festival began four years ago at Desert Springs JW Marriot Resort & Spa, where, then Director of Business Development Tammy Perezchica noted that there were no luxury food and wine festivals in the southwest to mirror those in Aspen and South Beach. Poster Art[edit] The 2006 poster art was created by accomplished artist Ken Joudrey. The 2007 poster art was done by artist Michael Bast. The 2008 poster art was created by Steve Nozicka. See also[edit] References[edit] External links[edit]
Femme fatale Convicted spyMata Hari made her name synonymous with femme fatale during WWI. A femme fatale (/ˌfæm fəˈtɑːl/ or /ˌfɛm fəˈtɑːl/; French: [fam fatal]) is a stock character of a mysterious and seductive woman whose charms ensnare her lovers, often leading them into compromising, dangerous, and deadly situations. She is an archetype of literature and art. The phrase is French for "fatal woman". Although typically villainous, if not morally ambiguous, and always associated with a sense of mystification and unease,[1] femmes fatales have also appeared as antiheroines in some stories, and some even repent and become true heroines by the end of the tale. History[edit] Ancient archetypes[edit] The divine femme fatale of Hindu mythology, Mohini is described to have enchanted gods, demons and sages alike. Early Western culture to the 19th century[edit] The femme fatale was a common figure in the European Middle Ages, often portraying the dangers of unbridled female sexuality. Sociological views[edit]
5 Things Our Kids Won't Have In School #2. Valedictorians and Other Honors Getty The best part of having a valedictorian was that, like the Highlander and that one kid who insisted on wearing a fedora and a cape every day, every school could only have one. Getty"I've had four breakdowns, but it's worth it because for 10 whole minutes I'm better than all of you." Going Away Because ... It's that fierce competition that's the problem. GettyMaterial for graduation gowns. Better yet, why not just name anyone with an A+ average valedictorian? Getty"Better get used to it, 'cause this is how they're deciding job applicants now." In other words, you could mentally just strike this one from the list. So what's next, getting rid of failing grades? #1. Everyone remembers their first F. GettyWhole generations will grow to adulthood unable to forge their parents' signatures. Failure makes students feel bad. Which is why programs like Zeros Aren't Permitted (ZAP!) Getty"You kids write whatever the hell you want on these essays. No pressure.
The Best and Historic Magazine Covers of All Time A Magazine Cover is the most complete form of graphics. It has idea, design, punch-line, typography, art and expressions. Magazine covers provide you more inspiration compared to any other kind of articles. Today, I have collected some of the very best and trend setting magazine covers and titles for you to inspire, aspire and admire. Please comment and tell us what do you think about this post. The New Yorker: September 24, 2001: Twin Towers After the horrific incident of 9/11, The New Yorker paid tribute to the victims through this artistic cover. Esquire: December 2000: Clint It was said that this photo was inspired by Lincoln Memorial, but everybody interpreted it with reference to Monica Lewinsky. Mad: January 1984: Holiday Season Maddy Christmas! National Geographic: June 1985: Afghan Girl The ever famous photo by Steve McCurry. TIME: June 21, 1968: A figure by Roy Lichtenstein, representing a hand with a pistol. National Lampoon: January 1973: Funny One Mad: April, 1969: Uncle Sam
Wedding superstitions from around the world Most American brides are sure to have something old, something new, something borrowed and something blue on hand when they tie the knot. But for women across the globe, it's more likely they'll have a good-luck chimney sweep at the church or fortune-bearing coins tucked in their shoes. Read on to learn about interesting ways that couples summon happy and long-lasting marriages. Finland Finnish brides don’t leave a passionate marriage to chance. To make sure their love keeps burning throughout their union, they’ve been known head to the altar carrying an appropriate symbol: A match. China When it comes to Chinese wedding traditions, timing is everything. Mexico Though they may wear a white gown, many Mexican brides are sure to include some bold color in their wedding attire. One to three days before the wedding, Indian women have henna—a natural and temporary dye—tattoos applied to their hands and feet in elaborate patterns. Ireland Italy England Sweden Czech Republic Bermuda
20 Best Homer Simpson Quotes On Parenting | Likeablequotes Blog Arguably the world’s most recognizable American family is the Simpson’s. With nearly 500 episodes and 22 seasons, they continue to fill our Sunday evenings with joy. Most of us gather round the TV with our own family and laugh at all the hysterical antics of theirs. Being the patriarch that he is, Homer has laid forth quite a bit of knowledge on family and raising children. He may not be the perfect dad but he sure loves his kids, even if he has a weird way of showing it. 20.) 19.) 18.) 17.) 16.) 15.) 14.) 13.) 12.) 11.) 10.) 9.) 8.) 7.) 6.) 5.) 4.) 3.) 2.) 1.) How Twilight Works All artwork and content on this site is Copyright © 2015 Matthew Inman. Please don't steal. TheOatmeal.com was lovingly built using CakePHP All artwork and content on this site is Copyright © 2015 Matthew Inman. Please don't steal. TheOatmeal.com was lovingly built using CakePHP
201 Ways to Arouse Your Creativity Arouse your creativity Electric flesh-arrows … traversing the body. A rainbow of color strikes the eyelids. Creativity is like sex. I know, I know. The people I speak of are writers. Below, I’ve exposed some of their secret tips, methods, and techniques. Now, lie back, relax and take pleasure in these 201 provocative ways to arouse your creativity. Great hacks from Merlin Mann of 43 Folders
The Quick 10: Little-Known Second Verses of Children’s Songs Either I had a really short attention span as a kid and never made it past the first verse of a song (which is entirely possible), or there are some obscure lyrics to the songs we all know and love. Here are a few examples. 1. I’m a Little Teapot. 2. Do your ears hang high? 3. Last night as I lay on my pillow Last night as I lay on my bed Last night as I lay on my pillow I dreamed that my Bonnie was dead 4. In a cavern, in a canyon, Excavating for a mine Dwelt a miner forty niner, And his daughter Clementine Light she was and like a fairy, And her shoes were number nine, Wearing boxes, without topses, Sandals were for Clementine. 5. Alouette, gentille Alouette(Skylark, nice skylark) Alouette, je te plumerai(Skylark, I shall pluck you) Je te plumerai la tête(I shall pluck your head) (Je te plumerai la tête)(I shall pluck your head) Et la tête(And your head) (Et la tête)(And your head) 6. Thys Franklyn, syrs, he brewed goode ayle, And he called it Rare good Styngo! 7. 8. 9. 10. WTF?
10 Websites To Make You Think | The Online Learning Blog from Study2U Supposedly browsing the internet requires more brain power than watching television. Although judging from some of the websites we’ve come across that assumption is cast into doubt. Here’s some of the sites we like that might get your brain to sit up and listen. Ted A conference that started in 1984 bringing together experts in technology, entertainment and design quickly grew into so much more. New Scientist The New Scientist website carries new articles from the magazine as well as the NS archive of over 76,000 pieces. Big Think The Big Think website is a collection of ‘global thought leaders’ who offer their thoughts and analysis on world events and other important developments. Café Scientifque ‘for the price of a cup of coffee or a glass of wine, anyone can come to explore the latest ideas in science and technology’ Breathing Earth This fantastic website by David Bleja demonstrates CO2 emissions and world population growth in real time on a global map. Arts & Letters Daily How Stuff Works
7 Innocent Gestures That Can Get You Killed Overseas If you've ever had your penis cut off and/or been executed while on holiday, you'll probably know that it's easy to offend people from other cultures. Unless you learn the ways of the place you're visiting, even the most well-meaning tourist can regularly find his oesophagus stuffed with burning goat. But surely just plain common sense and good manners will save you, right? Wrong. Extend Your Hand, Palm Outward in Greece What you think you are saying: "Phew! What you are actually saying: "Phew! What the hell? SHIT, is what we're saying here. If you really want to piss a Greek person off, you can go for the double moutza, which features both hands splayed above your head. Give the Thumbs-Up In The Middle East What you think you are saying: "Ayyyyy! What you are actually saying: "Ayyyyy! What the hell? The thumbs-up sign has been confusing people for thousands of years. Finish Your Meal In Thailand / The Philippines / China What you think you are saying: "This is a delicious meal.
Bookshelves + Staircase = Bookstairs I am so enthralled by these that I just might build some bookstairs that lead to nothing in my pad. This beauty belongs to London-based Veronika and Sebastian. My only addition would be a space to keep a pillow or two so I can sit and read on the stairs if I feel so inclined. P.S. {Images via Creative Cloud}