Whitewater controversy

“It is the most wonderful time of the year!” Crowded malls, family sleeping in your bed, scratchy sweaters from Grandma, what is not to love! I will never understand the appeal behind Christmas. Christmas is a time meant to bring people together; however, for me it has the opposite effect. I absolutely dread Christmas time each and every year. Before I begin this article I would like to set a few things straight. I am not anti-happiness. I encourage everyone to find something they are…

During my time spent in retail and an office environment, I have observed a common theme that happens at the end of every year. The common saying “Merry Christmas”, has been replaced with the saying “Happy Holidays”. Growing up, as far back as I can remember, the day after Thanksgiving; me and my parents would wake up and put up our Christmas tree, lights, and Christmas decorations. The last decoration that always went up was a sign that lit up and read “Merry Christmas”, that would be put up…

From humble beginnings to an oppressive doctrine, the Holy Catholic Church truly underwent change throughout the course of Medieval history. Seen in these two letters, Clericis Laicos and Unam Sanctam, are what would seem to be the culmination of all this history: the responses of Pope Boniface VIII to the continued pressures of secular rule and its jurisdiction in relation to the Church and its functioning. With the Church’s rapid increase in size and influence over the past several centuries,…

Along with Christmas and New Year’s, Halloween is celebrated all around the world, and it just so happens to be the best holiday ever and others agree. According to the Theodysseyonline.com, “Regardless of religion or nationality, Halloween is for everyone. But the greatest thing of all -- if you’re not into it, you do not have to participate!” It’s the perfect excuse to dress up and act like a kid. This holiday has the best events, food, parties, and decorations. Halloween is a great excuse…

The society appears affluent and agreeable enough for those who can operate in it successfully. The Helmers have a very nice home and are looking forward to even more commodious living once Torvald gets his appointment. There is room here to celebrate Christmas with presents, to employ servants, to play music, to enjoy all sorts of creature comforts, and to celebrate with one's friends. Many of the most cherished ideals of middle-class life, then and now, are clearly on display. But we learn…

Birthdays are exciting milestones in one’s life. It helps to involve presents and maybe some cake, but overall there is an aura of excitement.You are being celebrated: your friends and family showing they value you. The other side of birthday’s however, are the connotations that follow a particular age. The act of turning 18 is seen as a milestone; because you can vote on the next person that runs the country and are considered an adult in the eyes of the law. Then there’s the inevitable fact…

Hannibal, originally from Spain and against Carthage led the second Punic War against Rome. His plan to win the battle against Rome in their own territory initially seemed to be working because Rome lost 40,000 members of their army. Determined not to be defeated, the Romans organized another army and gained enough strength to win. In 202 B.C.E. during the Battle of Zama, Hannibal and his army were destroyed which allowed the Romans to further expand their empire. The Ottoman Turks originated…

This year’s winter break was by far the best winter break. Winter break held two of my favorite hoildays season, and Christmas. I also went shopping. To begin with, over break i went hunting. When I went hunting I killed a doe.We only had one pack of dogs so when i killed the doe I had to catch the dogs. Later on that day everyone ate lunch at the hunting club. After lunch the dog driver said,’’he was going to let the dogs rest for tomorrow’’. So everyone had to call it a day, so i started to…

3. The Christmas card was traditionally a way to wish someone a merry Christmas. Pictures of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph—three important figures in Christianity—were shown on Christmas cards to wish them the best and happiest holiday. In contrast, candles, Christmas trees, Santa Claus, and reindeers are some of the iconic figures and objects shown on cards in the 21th century. They represent the theme of Christmas. In the Victoria era, Christmas cards were sold for one shilling, which is not much…

Typically, when one envisions the holiday season, he thinks of feelings of happiness, prosperity, and love. However, this time of year has become increasingly a stronghold for rampant consumer spending and materialism. In consumer culture, advertising companies play to consumers’ emotions excessively. Take John Lewis’ 2014 advertisement, “Monty the Penguin”, for example, which gives us a typical Christmas tale of friendship, love, and joy. However, upon closer inspection, “Monty the Penguin”…