Blessing of the Magi
In some parts of the world, Epiphany is also celebrated as Women’s Christmas.
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Brazil!
I have long been fascinated by Brazil, the fifth-largest country in the world, now boasting a population of over 200 million. In October of last year I finally realized my dream of visiting this amazing country, and it far exceeded my expectations.
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Savouring Austen’s novel of (re)discovery
Jane Austen’s Persuasion is a subtle, small-scale novel compared to her other classic works. The cast of characters is slimmer, and there are fewer humorous moments. The heroine, 27-year-old Anne Elliot, is primarily serious and introspective; she doesn’t even speak a word of dialogue until Chapter 5. Even so, Persuasion captivated me upon my first…
