Overcoming Obstacles: The Power of Parkour and Oprah’s Resilience
Overcoming Obstacles
Parkour: The Art of Movement
Origins and Philosophy
Parkour, also known as freerunning, originated as a training method for French soldiers. It involves navigating various terrains using only one’s physical and mental abilities. This discipline emphasizes agility, determination, confidence, and responsibility.
Benefits of Parkour
Parkour offers several physical and mental benefits. Physically, it enhances strength, fitness, balance, and coordination. Mentally, it fosters confidence,
Read MoreRose, Eladi, and Teresa: Intertwined Fates
Chapter VIII: Miss Rose’s Sorrow
Sitting in the room, Miss Rose couldn’t stop crying. He had said three months, but to Sofia, it felt like an eternity. Miss Rose was emotionally devastated. She grabbed a rag to clean the suitcase, but her tears kept falling. On the balcony, she remembered Marcel and the times they shared. Miss Rose was described as kind and sympathetic, despite her humble background. Ramon and Maria’s brothers always saw her as a target for their jokes. Miss Rose cared deeply for
Read MoreThree Hats: A Comedic Tragedy
Three Hats
by Michael Mihura
Summary
Act One
The play begins in a hotel room where Dionisio receives a farewell visit from Don Rosario. Left alone, Dionisio plays with his wedding hats. Paula, a Music Hall dancer, bursts in arguing with her boss, Buby. Dionisio pretends to be a juggler. Buby enters, and a ridiculous conversation ensues. The phone rings, but Dionisio ignores it, hiding his girlfriend from the others. Music Hall girls invite them to a party. Don Rosario returns to play a goodnight
Read MoreMy Sweet Home and Unforgettable Celebrations
My House
My Lovely Kitchen
I live in a little house with a large kitchen equipped with all kinds of appliances. We have a dishwasher for easy cleanup and a two-door refrigerator that I absolutely love. The kitchen walls are painted a vibrant orange, complementing the white furniture. It’s a very modern space, and cooking there is always a pleasure.
Cozy Living Room
On the first floor, we also have a small living room where we gather with friends to watch TV and relax. The living room features a long
Read MoreEnglish Grammar and Usage Enhancements
1. The Older Mark Gets, the More He Resembles His Grandfather
2. The More Ice Cream John Eats, the Fatter He Gets
3. The Harder You Study, the Better Your Marks Will Be
4. The Sooner We Leave, the Sooner We Will Arrive
5. The More People You Invite, the More Money You’ll Spend
6. The Healthier Your Diet, the Better You’ll Feel
7. The More You Work Out, the Fitter You’ll Be
8. The Older He Gets, the Wiser He Thinks He Is
9. The Cheaper the Clothes, the Worse the Quality
10. I Would Rather Play Tennis Than
Read MoreEnd-of-Term Exam Units 4-6: Grammar, Vocabulary, Listening & Speaking
End-of-Term Exam 2 (Units 4-6)
Grammar and Vocabulary
1. Choose the correct future form of the verb to complete the sentences.
- When am I going to see / will I see you again?
I don’t know because I’m going to be / ’ll be very busy for the rest of the week. - By the time we get to Málaga, we will be driving / will have driven for five hours.
- Don’t call Mr Rogers at midday. He will be having / will have had lunch then and he hates to be interrupted.
- There’s still so much work to do. I’m afraid