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Languages: Turning Enemies into Allies
“S and I got engaged!” I announced to my family, just before my second year at university, showing off my emerald and diamond ring. My grandmother did not miss a bit. “Congratulations, my sunbeam! Does he speak any languages?” “No.” … Continue reading
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Tagged english, French, italian, katherine gregor, languages, linguist, polyglot, russian, scribe doll
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Kisses, Handshakes and Hugs
When my Italian, Spanish, Irish and Basque friends greet or part with me, they kiss me. That is, their lips smack into my cheek full on, like a firm cushion. A solid, present, committed kiss. My English friends*, for the … Continue reading
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Tagged basque, english, handshakes, hugs, Irish, italian, katherine gregor, kisses, musings, scribe doll, scribedoll
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Scribe Doll 