English is a silly language. I remember learning idioms in ESL class and thinking “this language is so silly”. But apparently there’s a history behind most commonly-used idioms that gives these silly phrases slightly more meaning. Here are some of my favorite idioms that make no sense, and you tell me whether knowing the history [...]
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Let the child in you come out and play! Us: “Steph, what do you want to do for your birthday?” Steph: “Go to Universal Studios!”
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Keep shootin’ arrows and you’ll get your bull’s eye. When’s the last time you did something new? Today I hope! Granted, today wasn’t the first time I did archery but it’s been 10+ years since I last shot arrows so I might as well say it was my first time. There’s a park in Culver [...]
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Today was a day about inspiration. Nothing spectacular happened, but I felt very motivated and excited about… well, my future. I realize that everything that I do is an investment so now is the time to work hard and try to do my very best in anything I do. I know that it’s easier said [...]
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The #1 fear for most people is public speaking. The #2 is death. That’s a fact I learned today. I wouldn’t say that I’m “deathly afraid” of public speaking, but I feel my heart pounding a little faster every time I’m asked to speak in front of a crowd. I envy people who have the [...]
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I opened my eyes and saw that I was surrounded by beauty 1. The cats getting along 2. Random thoughts by strangers 3. Dancing all night 4. Surrounded by culture 5. Candlelight 6. Genuine laughter 7. Watching the sunset solo on the beach 8. Motivation from others 9. First signs of spring 10. A furry [...]
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