This weeks links offer a few interesting browsing opportunities. Today you’ll discover some of the commonly used words invented by William Shakespeare, what your sleeping position says about your relationship, as well as some pretty awesome ye old photographs.
Take a look… 🙂
13 Words You Probably Didn’t Know Were Invented By Shakespeare
To celebrate William Shakespeare’s 450th birthday this week, I thought I’d share this brilliant link. This is only a fraction of the words he’s invented, but this gives you a real appreciation for his work. My favourite words were lonely, generous and hurry. Simple words, but imagine expressing these feelings without them…
What the Position You Sleep in Can Stay about Your Relationship
Take a read and see which position fits the way you and your partner sleep (sorry single people). The results discussed in this article are based on a study that polled 1000 people and the way they sleep.
The 23 Most Thoughtfully Romantic Gestures Of 2013
Another link the single people, and some not so single people, will probably hate. If you’re stuck for romantic ideas this might also be a good one for inspiration. There’s certainly some creative people out there.
These 50 Photos From The Past Are Shocking And Hilarious. I Can’t Believe How Things Have Changed…
This is a good collection of vintage photographs displaying notable historical images. Images such as Hitler rehearsing a speech and the statue of liberty before it was assembled. I particularly found the pool mask designed to keep the sun off women’s faces creepy, along with the ‘baby cage’, meant to ensure children got enough sunlight… Ekkk!
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Image Credit: Brian Clift
Calvin
April 26, 2014 - 11:45 pm ·I’ve been quoting Shakespeare all this time.
Katerina Simms
April 26, 2014 - 11:51 pm ·Hahaha! I hadn’t thought of it like that, but you have a point! 😀
Blogitudes
May 1, 2014 - 1:07 am ·Excellent post and so many great links, Katerina! Loved the photos – amazing how things have changed over the years (people knocking on your window in the morning to wake you before the invention of alarm clocks – for instance). Wow!
I’d love to add a link to your post here on my Weekly WrapUp blog hop (formerly known as Feature Friday) when it starts on Friday (May 2nd) – if that would be okay with you? It’s too good not to share! 😀
Katerina Simms
May 1, 2014 - 10:48 am ·Hi Marcia, go for it regarding the link, thanks for offering.
If there’s any badges to be shared etc in relation let my know I’ll happily tag it on 🙂