Saturday, 25 February 2012

Asking for change or CHANGE?

Is he asking for change, or is he asking for CHANGE?
  • change [noun] when something becomes different, or the result of something becoming different
  • change [noun] money which is coins rather than notes
 Follow this man as he affects multiple peoples' lives with just one dollar, proving that it doesn't take much to be the change in someone's life.

An inspiring short film written and directed by Sharon Wright.


What do you think? Can you change someone's life with less than a dollar? An euro?

Monday, 13 February 2012

The History of Valentine's Day

Every February 14, all around the world, candy, flowers and gifts are exchanged between loved ones, all in the name of St. Valentine. But who is this mysterious saint? Where did these traditions come from? 
Find out about the history of this holiday, from ancient Roman rituals to the customs of Victorian England.


Check out some of these facts about Valentine's Day!

Valentine's Day By the Numbers. [Internet]. 2012. The History Channel website. Available from: http://www.history.com/interactives/valentines-day-by-the-numbers [Accessed 13 Fev 2012].