Art once aimed to uplift, inspire, and connect us to something greater - be it the divine, the sublime, or the essence of human experience. It was meant to elevate the soul, to provoke thought, to stir emotion, and to offer a glimpse of transcendence. From the soaring spires of Gothic cathedrals to the sublime … Continue reading From the Sublime to the Grotesque: The Betrayal of Beauty in Modern Art
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Almost Lent, So… In Defence of Mary: A Passionate Rebuttal to the Doubters
As we stand on the cusp of Lent, a season of reflection, repentance, and profound intimacy with Christ’s suffering, I find myself compelled to address a grievance that resurfaces time and time again. It is an accusation flung at Catholics with an almost tiresome predictability, a claim made not in the spirit of inquiry but … Continue reading Almost Lent, So… In Defence of Mary: A Passionate Rebuttal to the Doubters
Bones, Branches, and Bad Omens: The Twisted Tale of Bella in the Witch Elm
The mystery of Bella in the Witch Elm - a tale as twisted as the gnarled branches of the tree itself. In the grim year of 1943, while the world was busy tearing itself apart in the throes of World War II, four boys stumbled upon something even more ghastly than the Luftwaffe’s finest. They … Continue reading Bones, Branches, and Bad Omens: The Twisted Tale of Bella in the Witch Elm
Spread Too Thin: The Sticky Truth About Butter and Blunders
The proverb 'He who has butter on his head should not go out in the sun' originates from a French saying: 'Qui a de la tête au beurre ne doit pas aller au soleil.' It means that someone who has a weakness or vulnerability should avoid situations that would expose or exacerbate it. Essentially, it’s a warning against hypocrisy … Continue reading Spread Too Thin: The Sticky Truth About Butter and Blunders
Mild Indifference and Arse-Breathing: A Reflection on Peter Høeg’s Observations
The following quote is from Peter Høeg’s short story Reflection of a Young Man in Balance, which is part of his collection, Tales of the Night (“Fortællinger om Natten” in Danish). The collection explores themes of love, identity, and existential reflection, often with a lyrical and philosophical style. However, as I’m using this quote in … Continue reading Mild Indifference and Arse-Breathing: A Reflection on Peter Høeg’s Observations
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