Portfolio Introduction

Feeling quite overwhelmed by the endless possibilities of epics to choose from, my encounter thus far with the unknown literature has quite been an adventure.
This is my portfolio based on the current course, called Indian Epics. Throughout my portfolio I hope to evoke how powerful epic characters are and how the earliest civilization invented reading and writing - allowing each reader to travel to an imagined world.

1. The Battle of Rama and Hanuman's Revenge
The rhyme of Hanuman trying to save Sita. Hanuman has an encounter with Ravana and burns down Lanka.

2. Vyasa And The Bean Stalk
Vyasa needs help writing his story, but he trusts no one. Who will he meet when the bean stalk starts growing? 

3. The Princes And The Frog 
There once was a prince with a golden ball, but when he lost it in a well, it's a frog who would save the day.

4. The Monkey In The Trees
Vali's fiance is kidnapped by the evil goddess, named Kali. Who is it that will come to her rescue?

Reading Notes: What The Moon Is

* I found this reading piece interesting, because I have never heard stories about the moon, except in Science class. I wonder why he did not want to be overheard by the spirits. Why so? I get that he did not want to reveal any secrets, but there must be more to this story.

* What is Lubras?
* The story is able to create visual images while I read it - use if imagery is great and it makes it much easier to follow.
* I wonder how the man who first saw Bunyip must have felt - I am sure my heart would probably have been beating out of my chest.

* I can recreate this story and use elements of the Tarzan movie or even The Jungle Book.
* A frog that blinded the man is quite different.
* I can incorporate the spell that is  cursed upon the girl and make the man do something to curse it.
* The names of flowers/ bushes or whatever it is, is difficult to pronounce
* The description of the eye being the moon is kind of gross, yet different.

Picture Of The Moon. Source: Wikimedia 

 

Bibliography: Australian Legends by C. W. Peck. Reading Link To What The Moon Is

Review: Sugar

I found a post on the daily announcement page about sugar. I looked it up on google and read more information on it and found the information very interesting. Languages has always interested me and that is why I chose the specific post. The Arabic word sukkar sounds very much like the Afrikaans word suiker. My father-in-law grew up during the time when sugar was rationed. Can you imagine how that must feel like!

A Photo Of Sugar Cubes. Source: Pixabay

 

Wikipedia Trail: From Callanish To Dolmens

1. Callanish
The word Callanish is derived from Scotland and is situated in the Western side. This place is famous for stones that were erected 3000 BC. It is known to be a megalithic monument. This reminds me of the rock finger in Namibia.

2. megalithic
 Megalithic refers to rocks or other large structures that form on their own and that is not built, using construction equipment. The word is derived from the Greek language, where 'mega' means great and 'lithos' mean stone. There are many megaliths around the world. Examples include the Middle east and Turkey.

3. Portal Tomb 
A portal tomb found in Europe is known as a portal tomb or a "dolmen". This specific portal tomb is a single-cavity which consists of two or more structures to support a table. It reminds me of a dinner table.

4. Dolmen Types:
There are five different types of Dolmens and each has their own link on Wikipedia, so it is too much information to list. I will have to spend more time to read up on this. I found this Wikipedia Trail to be very interesting and it reminded me of tourist attractions back home. 

A Photo Of A Dolmen. Source:Wikipedia

Learning Challange: Antibiotics

With the flu season here and so many people getting sick, I thought that this meme would be perfect! I am familiar with raw honey and garlic, but not the other ingredients.

List Of Antibiotics. Source:Lisageorge.ca

Growth Mindset: Believing

Yoda Ans Boy Talking. Source: Mathhombre

 

I found this meme and it immediately caught my eye. It is so easy to believe that something can not be done, but it is only when we start believing and start having a positive attitude and mindset, that we will succeed and not fail.

Tech Tip: Google Timer

I found the Google timer tech tip to be very interesting, as I have never heard of it. This tech tip was super easy and technology is so amazing and helpful. I used to use a timer for studying when I was in high school and found that it helped with information overload. I think I will have to start using this tool more often and allow myself to relax during study session.

Egg Timer. Source: Flick