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I am lucky to have a diverse staff at my store, this is the "language board" I put up in our breakroom. I want a bigger board so I can do more common phrases as well . . .
Indigenous People's Day - October 12, 2020
Mission San Rafael Arcángel
San Rafael, California
On Indigenous People's Day, local native Coast Miwoks and allies rallied in front of the statue of Junípero Serra at Saint Raphael’s Catholic Church in Marin County, CA, calling for the removal of the statue and acknowledgment of Serra's brutal legacy. After numerous impassioned speeches, the statue was covered with red paint and ropes were used to pull the statue down. Similar actions had been taken across the state and country in recent months in a push to end the practice of glorifying brutal colonizers and proponents of slavery.
Serra was a Spanish Franciscan priest who is credited with establishing and overseeing the California Mission system that brutally enslaved the thriving native populations that had inhabited the land for thousands of years. The Spanish missions not only stole indigenous lands but sought to erase native languages and cultures. During this period (l769-1834), 37,000 California natives died at missions as a result of disease, starvation, overwork or mistreatment. Despite this history, statues honoring Junípero Serra have been erected all over California, and over considerable protest, Pope Francis conferred sainthood on Serra on September 23, 2015.
Following the toppling of this statue, 5 people were charged with felony vandalism at the request of the church (which also unsuccessfully sought a charge of 'hate crime'). 4 women identify as indigenous and 2 as baptized in the Catholic church.
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From the rally:
Lucina Vidauri, Coast Miwok descendent, spoke at the rally, “Serra’s life mission was to convert the California natives. The entire [California Mission] system was designed to convert native populations. That meant imprisonment, enslavement and murder. And this guy was the leader of it all. Indigenous customs and traditions were banned from this very mission. [...] They were not allowed to speak their language, they were not allowed to speak their traditions, they were not allowed to do their traditional ways. They were made ‘civilized’. Right here in this church. There was a lot of tragedy.”
Dean Houghlin, Coast Miwok descendent and chair of the Coast Miwok Tribal Council of Marin: “Why does this colonization and this genocide continue with this statue that represents the enslavement, the murder, the child abuse, the desecration of our ancestor’s bones, the desecration of our land. [...] So I ask you again to please stand with us, with me and my relatives, my family, the descendants of the people that were enslaved here and that actually built this mission. [...] To change this so it doesn’t continue. So that we can heal. So all of us can have a sense of possibility. A sense of compassion for each other. This is not the Coast Miwok tradition to dishonor life.”
PRESIDIO OF MONTEREY, Calif. – More than 3,000 students from across California visited the Presidio of Monterey on May 13 for DLIFLC’s Language Day. Students, educators and other participants were treated to stage performances, classroom displays and ethnic cuisine, highlighting the cultures of the many foreign languages taught here.
Official Presidio of Monterey Web site
Official Presidio of Monterey Facebook
PHOTO by Steven L. Shepard, Presidio of Monterey Public Affairs.
British Sign Language - shot on my mobile phone as very short of time and put together in Adobe Elements.
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Cineaste365 (December 14, 2013 - DAY 064) - Today's Cineaste365 goes to Juan Jose Campanella's "The Secret In Their Eyes" (El Secreto de sus ojos).
When “The Secret in Their Eyes” won the Academy Award for “Best Foreign Language” film, before I watched the film, I was stunned. Could there be anything better than Michael Haneke’s “The White Ribbon”, Scandar Copti and Yaron Shani’s “Ajami” or even the film which I felt was the true contender Jacques Audiard “Un prophete”? Granted, I have not watched “The Secret in Their Eyes” and having watched the nominated films, these films were outstanding but there must be something about this film by Juan Jose Campanella that stood out.
So, I watched this film with the highest of expectations and by the final credits, I realized that “The Secret in Their Eyes” is not only deserving for its multiple-award winning accolades but for any fan of cinema, these are the type of films in which the cineaste yearns for, movie making at its best. And not to downplay the other films which were nominated because I enjoyed those films very much but “The Secret in Their Eyes” is one of those films that stays with you and you can’t help but feel that this is wonderful cinema, wonderful movie making devoid of banality and ennui. “The Secret in Their Eyes” is wonderful!
Juan Jose Campanella did a fantastic job in being the man guiding force of the film. Many Americans may be aware of his work through TV series such as “House M.D.” and “Law & Order: Special Victims Unit” but before these TV series, he’s had success with films such as “Son of the Bride” and “Avellaneda’s Moon”. Campanella is a filmmaker who has a perfect grasp on suspense but also relationships.
“The Secret in Their Eyes” is a two stories in one. Two people who were attracted to one another 25-years in the past, separated by tragedy and then being reunited once again many years later. But then we have the mystery, the murder case that has consumed the main character Benjamin, as well as the victim’s husband Ricardo. The corruption within the judicial system and no matter how Benjamin works hard to find the killer of this murder case back in 1974, the system works against him. But it’s that careful pacing, where you feel easy at times and then Campanella’s knows when to make the viewer feel uneasy and that something is not right. And this leads to a chilling discovery by the main character that was not only shocking but a realization that many of us were not prepared for and it works with tremendous efficacy.
The performances by Ricardo Darin, Soledad Villamil, Pablo Rago, Guillermo Francella were fantastic. Every scene was well-done and most of all well-captured by cinematographer Felix Monti. Not only do you have a well-written story but capable actors to make us believe. And a wonderful job goes to the makeup department that did a fantastic job in making the talent realistic for 1974 and 1999. I thought this was well-done.
“The Secret In Their Eyes” is a film that is most deserving of its Oscar and multiple awards. This film is engrossing, suspenseful and truly amazing in every way.
U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. James Wooding assists an Afghan girl with her classwork at The Cat in the Hat Language Arts Center, a new school at Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan, on Nov 13, 2011. The school, run by the U.S. Army, helps to teach young students English.
Photo by Hiro Chang, Presidio of Monterey Public Affairs
The Defense Language Institute Foreign Language Center opened its doors to the public on May 15 for its annual Language Day event.
The event showcased the cultures of the different departmental languages being taught here through dance, skits and fashion shows.
Exhibits were also presented throughout the school grounds with local Monterey ethnic vendors selling their local cuisines to the customers.
Nearly 2,000 high school students and teachers attended Language Day.
Contributor(s): United States. Army. Signal Corps.
Publication: 1943
Language(s): English
Format: Still image
Subject(s): Hospitals, Military, World War II,
Pharmacy Service, Hospital
Papua New Guinea,
United States. Army, Field Hospital, 1st.
Genre(s): Pictorial Works
Abstract: Exterior view of the open-air building serving as the pharmacy. The building stands amidst palm trees.
Extent: 1 photomechanical print : 10 x 15 cm.
Technique: black and white
NLM Unique ID: 101443189
NLM Image ID: A015600
Permanent Link: resource.nlm.nih.gov/101443189
This is the Portuguese Language Museum, opened in March 2006 and located in São Paulo - Brasil.
It was built above a Train station called "Estação da Luz", which is the first train station ever built in São Paulo, where the immigrants arrived from Santos harbour, one of the main entrances to Brasil at that time (end of 19th century - middle of 20th).
The goal of this museum is to tell the history of portuguese language in Brasil.
Besides the permanent exhibition - that includes a 106 meters lenght screen, a timeline, multimedia totem poles etc - there will always be a temporary exhibition.
The first temporary exhibition is about one of the most important works from brazilian literature "Grande Sertão: Veredas" (translated as The Devil to Pay in the Backlands), wrote by Guimarães Rosa.
Learn about Guimarães Rosa
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jo%c3%a3o_Guimar%c3%a3es_Rosa
Learn about "Grande Sertão: Veredas" (translated as The Devil to Pay in the Backlands)
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Devil_to_Pay_in_the_Backlands
Learn about the Portuguese Language Museum
(only in portuguese, but you can try an automatic translation)
www.museudalinguaportuguesa.org.br/
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Pois é, quando eu vi esse "lixo", a primeira coisa que eu pensei foi "Ih! Esqueceram de tirar o entulho da obra!".
Quando comecei a raciocinar normalmente vi que tinha umas letrinhas e comecei a tentar decifrar mais um mistério de letrinhas [eu me senti uma detetive nessa exposição].
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"[...] a primeira mostra temporária do Museu da Língua Portuguesa homenageia os 50 anos de uma das maiores obras da literatura brasileira: Grande sertão: Veredas, de Guimarães Rosa."
PRESIDIO OF MONTEREY, Calif. -- The Defense Language Institute Foreign Language Center Joint Service Color Guard and marching units representing the four military services helped Monterey residents and visitors celebrate Independence Day by participating in the City of Monterey's 4th of July parade in downtown Monterey on July 4.
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PHOTO by Steven L. Shepard, Presidio of Monterey Public Affairs.
PRESIDIO OF MONTEREY, Calif. – More than 3,000 students from across California visited the Presidio of Monterey on May 13 for DLIFLC’s Language Day. Students, educators and other participants were treated to stage performances, classroom displays and ethnic cuisine, highlighting the cultures of the many foreign languages taught here.
Official Presidio of Monterey Web site
Official Presidio of Monterey Facebook
PHOTO by Steven L. Shepard, Presidio of Monterey Public Affairs.
Located in front of a home in a residential section of Park Slope. I wish I knew what it spelled out.
Over the last few weeks, Justus' communication skills have been in overdrive. He is understanding so much of what we say, and we have already started to spell things around him to avoid confusion and dashed hopes.
We've also been trying for months to teach him some basic American Sign Language. I honestly thought he didn't care to get it, but he is really beginning to pick up on that as well. He knows "more," "please," and "all done." They've all been tweaked with his own personal flare, but he knows what he's saying. This photograph is his "more": one finger touching the open palm of his other hand.
He also knows to wave goodbye, gives kisses, and he blows kisses when he hears "I love you." He claps for himself when he hears "Good job!" and also seems to have figured out how to communicate he's hungry or thirsty all on his own by pointing his finger toward his open mouth. (We honestly have no idea where that one came from.)
It's such a joy to have a new level of communication with him, and you can tell he loves it too. We read every night before bed, and usually we can only get through half of one of his short stories. Last night we closed the book when we felt he was done, but he looked at us and signed "more." We finished the story and then he went to bed.
PRESIDIO OF MONTEREY, Calif. – More than 3,000 students from across California visited the Presidio of Monterey on May 13 for DLIFLC’s Language Day. Students, educators and other participants were treated to stage performances, classroom displays and ethnic cuisine, highlighting the cultures of the many foreign languages taught here.
Official Presidio of Monterey Web site
Official Presidio of Monterey Facebook
PHOTO by Steven L. Shepard, Presidio of Monterey Public Affairs.
Photo by Hiro Chang, Presidio of Monterey Public Affairs
The Defense Language Institute Foreign Language Center opened its doors to the public on May 15 for its annual Language Day event.
The event showcased the cultures of the different departmental languages being taught here through dance, skits and fashion shows.
Exhibits were also presented throughout the school grounds with local Monterey ethnic vendors selling their local cuisines to the customers.
Nearly 2,000 high school students and teachers attended Language Day.
Learning a new language is rarely easy, no matter whether that learning is taking place in a school setting, in an adult education class or through real-life use. Each language is different, though they all have a few things in common. Learning to master a second or third language can be a real challenge, but a few tips can make the process easier for anyone. Read on to learn more about how to improve language learning in your situation. More Info - classesncamps.com/tips-language-learning/
In partnership with Concordia Language Villages, we took part in a day dedicated to the many languages of Mia. We engaged in some wordplay with artists and educators from around the globe, sang songs in a new language, and played games that expanded our vocab.
Green Island (originally Dabuukji) is a marine island and locality in the Cairns Region, Queensland, Australia. In the 2016 census Green Island had a population of 25 people.
The island was formed approximately 6,000 years ago by waves depositing sand, coral and other debris onto its coral foundations.
Local Aboriginal language speakers (Roy Banning, Robert Patterson, and Henry Fourmile) advised and confirmed the Gungganyji language group are especially connected with Green Island. To them it is named Dabuukji. Dabuukji, as a name, may refer to the island having been within local Aboriginal mythology and history a larger island with a freshwater marsh or 'hole' (later a well) at its centre. Alternatively it may be a reference to the story of the turtle which first obtained holes in its nose (nostrils) on this coral cay. It may also be a reference to some aspect of young Gungganyji male initiation rituals reported to have been conducted on this coral cay in times past.
The local Aboriginal people (particularly Dick Moses, speaking Yidinyji) say that in the Dreamtime Dabuukji (Green Island) was approximately four times the size it is now, and that he present coral cay is only the north-east portion of the whole, original island.
Local Aboriginal people have grown up with the understanding the coral cay was a place to be generally avoided, being wunjami, that is, "a place haunted by spirits".
The Queensland Government has gazetted Green Island as the cay's official name, this being the name given it by Lieutenant James Cook on 10 June 1770, either because of the appearance of the coral cay's vegetation, or possibly after Charles Green, who was an astronomer aboard the Endeavour at the time.
The first known non Aboriginal person to reside on the island was fisherman James Seton Veitch Mein in 1857 who established a beche-de-mer smoking station. Coconut palms were planted on the island in 1899 to provide food for shipwrecked sailors.
In April 1873, the Goodwill vessel arrived at Green Island with 3 European crew and 5 Manbarra people press-ganged from Palm Island to collect and process beche de mer. The Aboriginals, including 3 men and 2 women, resented their treatment and killed two of the whites and stole the "Goodwill". The third, Daniel Kelly, escaped to nearby Oyster Quay Island to report the killings to another beche-de-mer fisherman named Philip Garland. The incident was reported to authorities in Cardwell and the Queensland Police Commissioner Seymour ordered Native Police officer Robert Arthur Johnstone to organise a punitive mission.
Johnstone and his troopers sailed to the area in their police boat and found the "Goodwill" abandoned and burnt on a beach in Trinity Bay where the modern-day community of Yarrabah is now located. "The blacks were given a proper warm reception" when Johnstone arrived and after proceeding inland for 3 miles his troopers dispersed another group of local Yidinji people first by firing on them from a distance and then charging amongst them. Johnstone's section then sailed to the mouth of what is now called the Mulgrave River and dispersed "a large mob of blacks" with gunfire. They then sailed further south to the Gladys Inlet (which is now known as the Johnstone River) where a large group of Aboriginals led by a very tall man decorated with pipeclay resisted the troopers' approach. Johnstone punished their "insolence" with gunfire and this leader was one of those killed in the shooting.
In July 1873, four workers, including the owner James Mercer, at another beche-de-mer fishing station on Green Island were killed by press-ganged Manbarra labourers. These Palm Island natives were denied food rations for their work and subsequently killed their overseers in revenge.[11] The record is unclear on whether another punitive mission was organised but the regional newspapers at the time were strong in their contempt for the Manbarra people and hoped for their "final extermination" whether it be by bullets or by rum.
Since the early 20th century, tourism has been the main activity on the island. A guest house was originally built in the 1930s and an underwater observatory was installed in 1954. The current resort, Green Island Reef Resort, was opened in 1994.
A seawater desalination plant was commissioned to supply water to the resort in 2001. The plant supplies 55 kL/d of potable water, and returns waste brine to the sea.
Source: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Green_Island_(Queensland)
Image source: Queensland State Archives Item ID ITM435811 Islands - Barrier Reef
PRESIDIO OF MONTEREY, Calif. - The Presidio's Outdoor Recreation program took military members from the Defense Language Institute Foreign Language Center and Naval Postgraduate School for a fun-filled weekend getaway north of Ventura, Calif. on Nov. 18-20. In addition to great food and gorgeous vistas, the trip was an opportunity to try a host of ocean related activities including surfing, scuba diving, and kayaking. For information on more upcoming trips and other great services from the Presidio's Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation Directorate you can view their monthly newsletter by clicking here .
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PHOTO by Steven L. Shepard, Presidio of Monterey Public Affairs.
From my set entitled “Peonies”
www.flickr.com/photos/21861018@N00/sets/72157607186459134/
In my collection entitled “The Garden”
www.flickr.com/photos/21861018@N00/collections/7215760718...
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The peony or paeony (Paeonia) is the only genus in the flowering plant family Paeoniaceae. They are native to Asia, southern Europe and western North America.
Most are herbaceous perennial plants 0.5–1.5 metres tall, but some are woody shrubs up to 1.5–3 metres tall. They have compound, deeply lobed leaves, and large, often fragrant flowers, ranging from red to white or yellow, in late spring and early summer. In the past, the peonies were often classified in the family Ranunculaceae, alongside Hellebores and Anemones.
The peony is named after Paeon or Paean, a student of Asclepius, the Greek god of medicine and healing. Asclepius became jealous of his pupil; Zeus saved Paeon from the wrath of Asclepius by turning him into the peony flower
The peony is among the longest-used flowers in ornamental culture and is one of the smallest living creature national emblems in China. Along with the plum blossom, it is a traditional floral symbol of China, where it is called 牡丹 (mǔ dān). It is also known as 富贵花 (fuguihua) "flower of riches and honour", and is used symbolically in Chinese art.[2] In 1903, the Qing Dynasty declared the peony as the national flower. Currently, the Republic of China on Taiwan designates the plum blossom as the national flower, while the People's Republic of China has no legally designated national flower. In 1994, the peony was proposed as the national flower after a nationwide poll, but the National People's Congress failed to ratify the selection. In 2003, another selection process has begun, but to date, no choice has been made.
The famous ancient Chinese city Luoyang has a reputation as a cultivation centre for the peonies. Throughout Chinese history, peonies in Luoyang are often said to be the finest in the country. Dozens of peony exhibitions and shows are still held there annually.
In Japan, Paeonia lactiflora used to be called ebisugusuri ("foreign medicine"). In kampo (the Japanese adaptation of Chinese medicine), its root was used as a treatment for convulsions. It is also cultivated as a garden plant. In Japan Paeonia suffruticosa is called the "The King of flowers" and Paeonia lactiflora is called the "prime minister of flowers".
Pronunciation of 牡丹 (peony) in Japan is "botan". Before the Meiji period, meat taken from quadrupeds was seldom consumed in Japan due to Buddhism. Thus in cases where such meat was handled, it was paraphrased using the names of flowers. The term botan was used (and is still used) to paraphrase wild boar meat. This comes from the flowery resemblance of the sliced meat when spread over a dish. Another example is sakura (cherry blossoms) which stands for horsemeat.
In 1957, the Indiana General Assembly passed a law to make the peony the state flower of Indiana, a title which it holds to this day. It replaced the zinnia, which had been the state flower since 1931.
Mischievous nymphs were said to hide in the petals of the Peony thus causing this magnificent flower to be given the meaning of Shame or Bashfulness in the Language of Flowers. It was named after Pæon, a physician to the gods, who obtained the plant on Mount Olympus from the mother of Apollo. Once planted the Peony likes to be left alone and punishes those who try to move it by not flowering again for several years. Once established, however, it produces splendid blooms each year for decades (Taken from The Language of Flowers, edited by Sheila Pickles, 1990).
Peonies are also extensively grown as ornamental plants for their very large, often scented flowers.
Peonies tend to attract ants to the flower buds. This is due to the nectar that forms on the outside of the flower buds.
Peonies are a common subject in tattoos, often used along with koi-fish.
The words we use in public are under continual scrutiny by people with narrow vision and often less humanity. They will nod to themselves as they discover that grammatical or spelling 'error' or 'misuse' of a word.
I know, I work with these kind of people. They imagine that there are some special people who make decisions about language, creating rules that are the language and hence must be obeyed to the letter.
But what about presentation, content, or order of information presentation? Well, these have no books of rules to be learnt, therefore they are of less value.
However, when you write, you will find any number of people who can 'correct' any grammatical, spelling or word-use 'error' - but who will help you re-order the information flow? This is a pity, because we also react to information flow, content and presentation.
Grammar, spelling and word use? Well, you might hold an opinion about their correctness in a text, but it is the content, presentation and flow of information which will drive your decision - to employ or not to employ, to visit or not to visit etc.
Photo by Hiro Chang, Presidio of Monterey Public Affairs
The Defense Language Institute Foreign Language Center opened its doors to the public on May 15 for its annual Language Day event.
The event showcased the cultures of the different departmental languages being taught here through dance, skits and fashion shows.
Exhibits were also presented throughout the school grounds with local Monterey ethnic vendors selling their local cuisines to the customers.
Nearly 2,000 high school students and teachers attended Language Day.
Two volunteers from the APG community offer free lunchtime American Sign Language, or ASL, classes at the U.S. Army Edgewood Chemical Biological Center.
U.S. Army photos by Rachel Ponder, APG News
Bøger is Books not gonna tell you what Fag is
Again even after almost 35 years i break into a big grin when i see things like this
PRESIDIO OF MONTEREY, California -- The Defense Language Institute Foreign Language Center celebrated the upcoming Memorial Day with a ceremony on Presidio’s Soldier Field May 25. The ceremony included a solemn invocation by the Chaplain, a 21-gun salute rendered to fallen service members, firing of the ceremonial cannon, performances by the DLIFLC Joint Service Student Choir, and three names added to the plaque in honor of DLIFLC graduates killed in action during the Vietnam War. Guest speaker for the event was City of Salinas Mayor Joe Gunter, who is also a Marine Corps veteran.
Following the ceremony, the Presidio Garrison hosted a special reception event for Gold Star Families who were in attendance.
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PHOTO by Steven L. Shepard, Presidio of Monterey Public Affairs.
PRESIDIO OF MONTEREY, Calif. - A retirement ceremony attended by more than 250 faculty, staff, and distinguished guests was held for the provost of the Defense Language Institute Foreign Language Center, Dr. Donald Fischer, inside the Presidio's Tin Barn on Dec. 20. Fischer also served as DLIFLC commandant from 1989 to 1993 and is credited for placing a heavy emphasis on technology in the classrooms and in the hands of students and faculty.
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PHOTO by Steven L. Shepard, Presidio of Monterey Public Affairs.