"Spikes And Shadows"

You all know Maya Angelou?

“Forgive yourself for not knowing what you didn’t know before you learned it.”

— Maya Angelou

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POETRY is a Lunch.

Not eating it is punch.

Today I must crunch

While sitting in hunch.

Punk FRIDAY

Wish you would come back And whisper one more word.

Your absence is the starting point of Agony.

Indulge me to profess my inner intent to you

Gimme more love than I need so that I am stone as though a bird haunted by innocent kids

Gimme more love now,

more than a heart can contain,

till I turn to stone.

Stone as a lost bird,

winged yet weighed down by the sky,

drifting without flight.

Haunted by soft hands,

children chasing with laughter,

shadows full of light.

Hold me till I break,

warmth that shivers in my bones,

silent echoes loud.

I miss everything about Graham Greene, love him so much... His writing about 500 words per day is so sort of bizarre.

The Dawn of a New Era: British England in the 16th Century

As the medieval period drew to a close, British England stood poised on the threshold of a new era. The 16th century, marked by significant cultural, economic, and political shifts, would forever alter the course of the nation's history.

*The Tudor Dynasty*

The 16th century saw the rise of the Tudor dynasty, which would rule England for the next 118 years. Henry VII, the first Tudor king, seized the throne in 1485, following the Battle of Bosworth Field. His son, Henry VIII, would go on to become one of the most infamous monarchs in English history, known for his six marriages and the English Reformation.

*The English Reformation*

The 16th century was a time of great religious upheaval in England. The Protestant Reformation, sparked by Martin Luther's Ninety-Five Theses in 1517, had far-reaching consequences for the English monarchy and the Church of England. Henry VIII's desire to annul his marriage to Catherine of Aragon led to the English Reformation, with the monarch declaring himself the Supreme Head of the Church of England.

*Cultural and Economic Developments*

The 16th century saw significant cultural and economic developments in British England. The Renaissance, which had begun in Italy, spread to England, influencing art, literature, and architecture. William Shakespeare, one of the most celebrated playwrights in English history, emerged during this period, penning iconic works such as "Romeo and Juliet" and "Hamlet."

The 16th century also witnessed the growth of trade and commerce in England. The establishment of the Muscovy Company in 1555 marked the beginning of English trade with Russia, while the East India Company, founded in 1600, would go on to play a significant role in the development of the British Empire.

*Conclusion*

The 16th century was a transformative period in British England, marked by significant cultural, economic, and political developments. The Tudor dynasty, the English Reformation, and the emergence of influential figures such as William Shakespeare all contributed to the shaping of a new England, one that would go on to play a major role in world affairs. As the century drew to a close, British England stood poised on the threshold of a new era, ready to face the challenges and opportunities of the 17th century.

I’m tired and I’m sick to death of being without you [...]

Graham Greene, from 'The End of the Affair'