The Red Boy, titled Master Lambton (1825), by Sir Thomas Lawrence - what a triumph of crimson excess and cherubic overachievement! This painting is less a portrait and more a visual ode to a boy who looks like he’s just been told he’s inherited the family estate but must also spend the next decade wearing velvet onesies. … Continue reading The Red Boy
Month: January 2025
Tantalus: The Original Snackless Snacker
There are lots of sources where you'll find Tantalus' story, the poor sod. There he stands, up to his knees in water, fruit dangling just above his head, and yet he can’t eat or drink a thing. It’s the ultimate cosmic tease, isn’t it? The gods clearly had a flair for ironic punishments, but honestly, … Continue reading Tantalus: The Original Snackless Snacker
The Fragile Dance: Trust, Betrayal, and the Paradox of Friendship
Something is stirring within me - a recent experience that has set my thoughts into a quiet but persistent whirlwind. It is, at once, exhilarating and unnerving: a blend of promise, trepidation, and the cautious hope that so often accompanies stepping into uncharted territory. For so long, I’ve been guarded, reluctant, and resolute in keeping … Continue reading The Fragile Dance: Trust, Betrayal, and the Paradox of Friendship
Holy Hype and Heavenly Hardships: A Witty Take on The Song of Bernadette
The Song of Bernadette. A tale so steeped in piety, suffering, and miraculous visions that one might think Franz Werfel and Henry King teamed up to make us all feel like we’ve been woefully underachieving in our spiritual lives. Between the novel’s lofty prose and the film’s reverent close-ups of Jennifer Jones looking like she’s … Continue reading Holy Hype and Heavenly Hardships: A Witty Take on The Song of Bernadette
Be Still, My Soul – Finding Peace in God’s Embrace
I think I've mentioned before that there are a few hymns that either bring a lump to my throat or tears to my eyes: Be Still, My Soul is one of them. The lyrics were written by Katharina von Schlegel in 1752, and the music was composed by Jean Sibelius in 1909, giving it a … Continue reading Be Still, My Soul – Finding Peace in God’s Embrace
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