Have you ever heard a word or phrase and wondered when people started saying it? And why? Language is constantly changing, and many of the common terms and phrases we use in everyday conversation have much deeper meanings than we realize. Numerous statements still in use have evoked controversy and […]
The relationship between Anne Sullivan and Helen Keller went beyond pupil and teacher. It was based in Sullivan’s ability to open up the world for Keller. Deaf, blind, and mute due to a childhood illness, Helen Keller learned to read, write, and speak through the tireless efforts of her instructor, […]
It’s fair to say that a lot of discourse today is derived from combat – like how political goals are often labeled “the war on ‘X’.” This influence is also seen in everyday conversation; many common idioms and phrases have surprisingly violent beginnings. This collection showcases some of the most […]
