Trafalgar Square is a square in central London, England. With its position in the heart of London, it is a tourist attraction, and one of the most famous squares in the United Kingdom and the world. At its centre is Nelson's Column, which is guarded by four lion statues at its base. Statues and sculptures are on display in the square, including a fourth plinth displaying changing pieces of contemporary art, and it is a site of political demonstrations. The name commemorates the Battle of Trafalgar (1805), a British naval victory of the Napoleonic Wars. The original name was to have been "King William the Fourth's Square", but George Ledwell Taylor suggested the name "Trafalgar Square". The northern area of the square had been the site of the King's Mews since the time of
EASTER ISLAND WHERE IT IS? · In the Pacific Ocean · Hanga Roa YOU CAN SEE.. · 887 huge statues called Moia · A gigantic crater called Rano Kau HOW CAN YOU GET THERE? · Tallinn-Helsingi-Madrid-Santiago- Easter Island · 2000-3000 euros? · Everybody THANK YOU FOR LISTENING!
Squares of London Trafalgar Square Trafalgar Square is a public space and tourist attraction in central London, England, United Kingdom. At its centre is Nelson's Column, which is guarded by four lion statues at its base. There are a number of statues and sculptures in the square, with one plinth displaying changing pieces of contemporary art. The square is also used for political demonstrations and community gatherings, such as the celebration of New Year's Eve. The name commemorates the Battle of Trafalgar (1805), a British naval victory of the Napoleonic Wars over France. The original name was to have been "King William the Fourth's Square", but George Ledwell Taylor suggested the name "Trafalgar Square"
- In example the Serpentine Lake/ Speakers' Corner/ the Diana, Princess of Wales Memorial Fountain. 3. For what is it famous for?- It's famous for its Speakers' Corner. Piccadilly Circus 1.When was it built?- It was built in 1819. 2. What is in the centre of the junction?- In the centre of the junction is a statue called Eros. 3. Name one tourist attraction near it.- In example the Shaftesbury Memorial/ Criterion Theatre/ London Pavilion. Trafalgar square 1. How many lion statues are guarding Nelson's Column?- 4 lion statues are guarding Nelson's Column. 2. When was it opened to the public?- It was opened to the public on 1 May 1844. 3. After who/what was it named for?- It was named in honour of Lord Nelson's victory at the Battle of Trafalgar. Covent Garden 1. What's in the central square of Covent Garden?- There's a fruit and vegetable market in the central square. 2. For what is it also famous for?- It's also famous for its street
Neveli. 1582 Sõlmiti rahu Venemaaga, Lõuna-Eesti ja Liivimaa jäid Stefan Batoryle. Seos Tartuga Kinkis Tartule aastal 1583 arvukalt privileege ja õiguse kasutada linna värvidena puna-valget. Tema asutatud Jesuiitide kolleegium pani aluse tulevase Ülikoolilinna kuulsusele. Pildid https://et.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stefan_Batory#/media/File:Jan_Matejko-Batory_pod_Pskowem.jpg Kasutatud allikad http://www.vanderkrogt.net/statues/object.php?webpage=ST&record=e e061 https://et.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stefan_Batory Tänan vaatamast!
number of major cities. It was set up by wax sculptor Marie Tussaud. It was formerly spelt "Madame Tussaud's", but the apostrophe is no longer used. TRAFALGAR SQUARE: Trafalgar Square is a square in central London, England. With its position in the heart of London, it is a tourist attraction; and one of the most famous squares in the United Kingdom and the world. At its centre is Nelson's Column, which is guarded by four lion statues at its base. Statues and sculptures are on display in the square, including a fourth plinth displaying changing pieces of contemporary art, and it is a site of political demonstrations.
York. After they reassembled the Statue in four months. In 1924 the Statue of Liberty was declared national monument. The Statue of Liberty is visted by more than a million people every year. Tourists can also climb 354 steps to reach the crown or admire the view from 25 balconies. It can be visited the Staue of Liberty exhibit and seen some museum objects , a photographs, a prints and a videos. You will be amazed by this delightful statues, which should not be missed by any visitor to the New York area.
In 16 November 1898 Harrods debuted England´s first escalator. Harrods is the biggest store in Europe with more than 330 departments. It is also the 2nd most visited place in London. You need to respect a dress code in order to get there no short pants, no flip-flops and no tank tops,most of the shoppers will be really elegant. The theme of the entire shop is Egypt. The whole inside of the store is in a luxurious, opulent style with statues, and golden details. The Harrods motto is Omnia Omnibus Ubique--All Things for All People, Everywhere. Selfridges Selfridges is over 100 years old and opened on 15th March 1909 It was founded by Harry Gordon Selfridge The flagship store in London's Oxford Street is the second largest shop in the UK (after Harrods) George Selfridge coined the phrase "the customer is always right and who are we to disagree?!"
carved out of mountainsides. · Buddhist stupas were built to house sacred objects from the life of the Buddha. They were covered with detailed carvings. · Great artists were commissioned by rich and powerful members of society. · Paintings offered a perspective on the daily life and religious belief of the ancient Indians; many of these paintings could be found on the walls of temples. · Indian sculptors carved columns, statues, and entire temples in the likenesses of the Buddha and Hindu gods. This Hindu temple is covered with incredibly carvings and decorations. Many invidual sculptures are images of important Hindu gods, like the statue of Vishnu above.
ohvritalitused. Teisel päeval toimusid võistlused noortele, kes proovisid jõudu kiirjooksus, maadluses, rusikavõitluses ja pankraationis (segu rusikavõitlusest ja maadlusest). Kolmandal päeval võitlesid mehed jooksualadel, kusjuures alustati pikamaajooks uga (724 staadioni), seejärel peeti staadionijooks ning lõpuks kahe staadioni pikkune jooks (384,54 m). Jooksjad Tõrvikutega jooks http Pikamaajooks http://www.hellenic-art.com/statues/olfresco.htm Neljandal päeval võistlesid mehed hobuste võiduajamises, viievõistluses (staadionijooks, kettaheide, kaugushüpe, odavise ja maadlus) ja relvisjooksus ehk kilbijooksus. Viiendal päeval toimus lõputseremoonia koos autasustamise ning pidusöögiga. Odavise Kettaheide Maadlemine http://www. Hobuste võiduajamine Võistlejad Olümpiamängudel tohtisid võistelda täisvabad kreeka keelt kõnelevad mehed.
escalator. Harrods Harrods is the biggest store in Europe with more than 330 departments. It is also the 2nd most visited place in London. You need to respect a dress code in order to get there no short pants, no flip-flops and no tank tops,most of the shoppers will be really elegant. The theme of the entire shop is Egypt. The whole inside of the store is in a luxurious, opulent style with statues, and golden details. The Harrods motto is Omnia Omnibus Ubique--All Things for All People, Everywhere. Selfridges Selfridges is over 100 years old and opened on 15th March 1909 It was founded by Harry Gordon Selfridge The flagship store in London's Oxford Street is the second largest shop in the UK (after Harrods) George Selfridge coined the phrase "the customer is always right and who are we to disagree?!"
learned the skills that would serve him throughout his life, but his father was displeased when his son told him he wanted to be an artist, and it took much convincing for Michelangelo to be permitted to further his apprenticeship. Michelangelo went on to study sculpture at Medici gardens, where Leonardo da Vinci had also been taught. Following his sojourn at Medici gardens, Michelangelo went to Bologna, then to Rome, where he saw the impressive marble statues, which he would later echo in his own works. Upon his return, he set out to create his first complete sculpture, as statue of Mary holding Jesus' lifeless body, known as La Pietà. His first large scale commissioned work was the statue of Bacchus for a sculpture garden. Shortly thereafter, he created one of his most important works, the statue of David, and a commissioned piece symbolizing the freedom of the republic of Florence.
An example of this effect is the low pH of rain which falls in Scandinavia Effects Many ecosystems are affected by acid rain. Bodies of water, such as lakes and rivers, see many of their inhabitants die off due to rising acidity levels. Acidic water also ruins plant nutrients, hurting plants' ability to survive and to give life to other organisms Human-made products are also experiencing degradation from acid rain. Cars can lose their finishes, and outdoor statues are beginning to rust Acid rain's effects are destructive and long lasting. Though scientists have studied lakes, streams, and many other natural ecosystems to prove its negative effects, acid rain continues to be produced and is increasing in many parts of the world. Thank You!
An example of this effect is the low pH of rain (compared to the local emissions) which falls in Scandinavia. Many ecosystems are affected by acid rain. Bodies of water, such as lakes and rivers, see many of their inhabitants die off due to rising acidity levels. Acidic water also ruins plant nutrients, hurting plants' ability to survive and to give life to other organisms. Human-made products are also experiencing degradation from acid rain. Cars can lose their finishes, and outdoor statues are beginning to rust. Acid rain's effects are destructive and long lasting. Though scientists have studied lakes, streams, and many other natural ecosystems to prove its negative effects, acid rain continues to be produced and is increasing in many parts of the world.
the French Revolution. In 1792, Versailles was abandoned. All of the furniture was sold and all the art was brought to museums. The palace was left empty. The French government decided to open up the palace as a museum, during the 1830's. In 1962, all of the belongings of the palace that could be located were brought back and the palace has almost been completely restored back to its original self. Also the gardens and statues have been restored, and more then 80 of the rooms have been remodeled and decorated. They are now open to the public. Today Versailles is one of the greatest tourist centers in France. The palace serves as a residence for visiting foreign leaders. Facts The palace has 2,153 windows, 67 staircases. The Palace of Versailles cost about $2 billion in today’s money A total of 36,000 workers worked on it until it was
world, Lebron James. At that time it was eight times the budget, which was approved by the Estonian Government. So it was a heavy sum to pay. In Britain I think they can only blame themselves. You see, unlike many other nations, the UK has no single core constitutional document. In this sense, it is said not to have a written constitution, but much of the British constitution is embodied in written documents, within statues, court judgments and treaties. So in my opinion that's a stupid system. Because if you watch other countries how much do they pay for compensation claims then it's nothing. Though in other countries there are huge sums what civilians get from companies. A former female police officer was awarded an estimated £1,000,000 in a package, after complaining of bullying and sexual and racial harassment. For instance I think it's absolutely ridiculous to get a million for that
holiday on the second Monday in October. This holiday is called Columbus Day. It has also been called Discovery Day and Landing Day. Some cities, like New York City, Los Angeles, and San Francisco, have parades. The city of Columbus, Ohio, is named after Christopher. Spain and South America celebrate Christopher's accomplishments on October 12. Spain calls it National Day. Some South American cities place flowers around statues of Christopher. References: · http://www.imahero.com/herohistory/christopher_herohistory.htm · http://gardenofpraise.com/ibdcolum.htm · http://www.biography.com/bio4kids/bio4kids-meet-columbus.jsp · http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Christopher_Columbus
at the home of A.L Webber. The main actors were Sarah Brightman and Michael Crawford. There have been 65 000 performances and over 80 million people have seen it. There was a film made in 2004. The play consists of 2 acts. The main characters are The Phantom and Christine, then Raoul, Carlotta, Madame Giry. It has won over 50 awards. The opera house has 17 floors, is above an underground lake, was built in 1861-1875 in a neo-baroque style, golden ornamental decorations, statues, columns and bronze busts of composers Siret: "Prince Albert" Born in 1819 in Germany. He had unhappy childhood (parents divorced when he was little), mother left them, met Victoria at age 17, they were introduced by Uncle Leopold, they fell in love. They got married and got 9 children, 40 grandchildren. At first he was unpopular, after he made many great changes he became popular. He was the president of the Royal Society of Arts for 18 years
RELAX It doesn't take long to get into the swing of things, as I found out. Café de L'Opera is the classiest venue on Las Ramblas, the city's most famous boulevard. You can enjoy a coffee amid the ornate art-deco interior fittings or sit outside on the terrace and enjoy a jug of sangria. It is said that if you sit on Las Ramblas long enough the whole world will pass you by. At the very least, you will be entertained by the steady stream of mime artists, fire-eaters, singers, living statues, jugglers and musicians who busk there from dusk until daybreak. Irina Daisner 07/09/2009 Barcelona Word Processing Practice ex 1 Flights to Barcelona Edinburgh Ryanair Glasgow British Airways Newcastle Easyjet NIGHTLIFE But it's the young Spaniards who parade along the wide avenue with attitude and style that catch your eye.
Ivan The terrible by Sergei Eisenstein is a biographical/historical film. Sergei Eisenstein was the one who created a feeling of illusion,projected trilogy documenting the life and times of the notorious 16th century czar, appeared to great acclaim within the Soviet Union. The actors perform in an exaggerated, often halting style that often brings to mind a combination of silent film, combination of theater and ballet. Close-ups of actors whose gestures of rage gives them the appearance of statues. Eisenstein creates a drawing light, shot of a downstairs to create a victorious feeling. Strong backlight behind the protagonists creates hallows, counter light gives reflection. High key lighting and fill lighting is represented. In frame the movement is create for the feeling of a depth. Panoramic view and most of the movements in diagonal, which creates infinity. silhouette on the backround and atmosphere is tragic, dramatic which is filled with darkness
Instead the wind direction means the acid rain falls in the other places (in Europe : Scandinavia, USA; Canada) Cultural effects Acid rain and the dry deposition of acidic particles contribute to the corrosion of metals (such as bronze) and the deterioration of paint and stone (such as marble and limestone). These effects significantly reduce the societal value of buildings, bridges, cultural objects (such as statues, monuments, and tombstones), and cars. Famous buildings like the Statue of Liberty in New York, the Taj Mahal in India and St. Paul's Cathedral in London have all been damaged by this sort of air pollution. Acid rain can also damage stained glass windows in churches, railway lines and steel bridges. The acid rain slowly eats away them all. Building materials crumble away, metals are corroded, the colour of paint is spoiled, leather is weakened and crusts form on the surface of glass.
form of Romanesque. He intended it to be his burial place. The Westminster Abbey is located near the Houses of Parliament. It is more a historical site than a religious site. Since 1066, every royal coronation, with the exception of Edward V and Eward VIII has taken place in Westminster Abbey. The abbey also serves as the burial ground for numerous politicians, sovereigns and artists. It is also a final resting place of seventeen monarchs.The abbey is stuffed with graves, statues and monuments. Many coffins even stand upright due to the lack of space. In total approximately 3300 people are buried in the Church and cloisters. Some of the most famous are Charles Darwin, Sir Isaac Newton and David Livingstone. The history of the abbey starts in 1050, when King Edward The Confessor decided to build an abbey. Only a small part of this original Norman monastery, consecrated in 1065, survived. The only representation of this
versions take place in Santa Gertrudis, San Miguel, San Vicente and San Lorenzo. First timers are often shocked at the outfits worn by the 'cofradias' or brotherhoods of penitents whose pointed hats and flowing robes resemble those of the Klansmen of the USA. In Santa Eulalia the processions leave the church at 21.00 on Thursday 9th April and 20.00 on Friday 10th and march solemnly through the streets of the town carrying statues and accompanied by brass bands. In Ibiza the procession leaves the Cathedral on Friday 10th at 20.30 hours. Ibiza Music is recognizable by powerful grooves mixed with Spanish influences. The famous 'spirit of Ibiza' is brought on with the use of synthesized string instruments, the sound of waves, mandolins and guitars and wispy vocals Transport Ibiza is served by Ibiza Airport .
breath part. It is also next to the Geneva Lake which is blue and clear. The most beautiful water body I have ever seen. Lausanne has one of the most amazing churches in the world as it is one of the only ones that still has original figures from the Middle Ages. The church is made of sandstone and therefore it is falling apart. The figurines also have their original colours, which is rare. Lausanne is also the home for the Olympic Museum where there are statues of victorious athletes. I saw quite a few of familiar 2 Kirjapraktika Portfoolio 2013 faces. Lausanne is a beautiful and interesting place to visit. I would go back there in a heartbeat and I would recommend seeing it for yourself as it will amaze anyone who took the time to enjoy it. It will definitely take your breath away. c) a person
in Kyoto; Tenjin Matsuri in Osaka; and the Kanda Matsuri, Sann and Sanja Matsuri of Tokyo. Especially, Gion Matsuri, Tenjin Matsuri, and Kanda Matsuri are the three most famous matsuri in Japan. Sapporo Snow Festival (Hokkaido) Sapporo Yuki Matsuri, this is one of the largest festivals of the year for the city of Sapporo. This festival is held in February for one week. This festival began in 1950 when high school students built snow statues in Odori Park, central Sapporo. This event is now very large and commercialized. This event attracts over two million people from around the world every year. About a dozen large sculptures are built for the festival along with around 100 smaller snow and ice sculptures. Several concerts and other events are held at this festival. At the Sapporo TV tower one can use their observation deck to view the beautiful sculptures at
and 17th centuries, when many figures fallen into disgrace, such as Elizabeth I before she became queen, were held within its walls. · The Victoria Memorial is a sculpture in London, placed in front of Buckingham Palace. It has a large statue of Queen Victoria facing north-eastwards towards The Mall. The other sides of the monument feature dark patinated bronze statues of the Angel of Justicethe Angel of Truth and Charity facing Buckingham Palace. · The Victoria and Albert Museum is the world's largest museum of decorative arts and design, housing a permanent collection of over 4.5 million objects. Named after
years to complete. It was the largest building in the country and was built of imported Caen stone. It was even bigger than the present day St Paul's and its spire was the tallest ever built. When the spire was struck by lightning in the mid 16th century, it was not rebuilt. During the English Civil War and the period of the Cromwell's rule, the Commonwealth, an enormous amount of damage was done to the fabric of the building. Windows, statues, carvings and the nave roof were destroyed. During the war, the Parliamentary army used the nave to stable their horses and later the porch of the Cathedral was rented to small businesses. In 1660 King Charles II was restored to the throne. By this time St Paul's was in a desperate state so Christopher Wren was consulted about repairs to restore its former grandeur. Before the recommended repairs could be undertaken, the cathedral was destroyed in the Great Fire of London in 1666.
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The Jefferson Memorial was built in memory of Thomas Jefferson who wrote the declaration of Independence. Inside the Lincoln Memorial there is the statue of Lincoln and two wall paintings with symbols of freedom and justice. On two huge stone tablets one can read some of Lincoln`s important speeches. The Vietnam Veterans` Memorial consists of two long walls. The names of 50,000 soldiers are on these walls. The Vietnam war began in 1965 and finished in 1975. Near the wall there are two statues. The first one is of free soldiers ready to go to war. Many women soldiers went to Vietnam and the second statue is a memorial for them. Arlington National Cemetery is near Washington, D.C.. It is a beautiful part of Virginia. Almost 2,000 American soldiers have graves there. The graves of presidents and other important people are also in the cemetery. One can see the grave of President John F. Kennedy and the famous tomb of the Unknown Soldier there.
1) INDIAN ROCK ART: A NATIONAL TREASURE IN DANGER Unrecognized, unprotected, this priceless legacy of primitive art has endured the ravages of nature only to fall victim to wanton destruction by ,,civilized" man. Like the huge stone statues of Easter Island and prehistoric cave paintings of Altamira and Lascaux, North American Indian rock art is surrounded by an atmosphere of mystery. Although examples of rock art exist at some 15000 sites in canyons, deserts, caves and river gorges. Nowadays, however, primitive rock art in the United States has become a new field of scientific study. Klaus F Wellmann wrote two books about rock art. He is a professor of medicine. Rock art represents the history of aboriginal Americans
By a slow process, the "irresistible raising" of the ground level has swallowed up the cathedral's once-visible foundation. But the various traces of destruction that still scar its facade were mostly the work of men. During the French Revolution, a large part of the cathedral was ransacked by opponents of the monarchy. Consequently, by the time of the novel, the facade had lost an innumerable amount of statues and even a flight of eleven steps leading to the front entrance. As the narrator remarks: "Time is blind, man stupid." As a result, Notre Dame does not belong to a particular architectural class. It is neither Roman nor Gothic. Its ancient doorway and the round pillars are separated by six centuries, meaning that all the churches of France, both new and ancient, are blended and amalgamated in the mother-church of Notre Dame.
· Tudor roses The Squares Leicester Square Leicester Square is a tree-lined square in the centre of London which provides much needed shade in summer. Major cinemas stand on three sides of the square. Restaurants, night clubs, portrait artists and outdoor entertainers strive to catch the attention of the passing public. There is the pavilion where you can buy the cheapest tickets. In the centre of the square there is a copy of the Shakespeare memorial in Westminster Abbey. Statues of Sir Isaac Newton, Joshua Reynolds and William Hogarth stand nearby. A modern statue of Charlie Chaplin was added in 1981. Piccadilly Circus It is the centre of the West End. It is also considered to be the real centre of London by many people, as it lies in the heart of London's entertainment world, full of theatres and cinemas, the most famous restaurants and the most luxurious night-clubs. In the middle of the Circus stands the Shaftesbury memorial fountain
and Charles I Inigo Jones, travel with Thomas Howard, Earl of Arundel. Purpose: in-depth study of ancient and modern architecture. Italy, Venice, Vicenza, Rome, Naples. New cultural scene, looked back to early Roman Empire. Arundel: influential, new ideal for gentleman’s life. Promotion of foreign culture, Renaissance Italy, world of classical antiquity. Virtue: civility, grace, elegant manners, interest in learning. In Italy excavated, brought findings to England, books, statues in anitque manner, drawings. A decade of aesthetic change and collecting mania. Had great collection, displayed in his house, medieval house got overlay in classical manner, new gallery built, Italian palazzo beside the Thames. Fame of his collection in classical antiquities. A museum garden in Italian renaissance manner. Appreciation of the significance of antiquities. Expnasion of the orbit of gentleman. Man who was interested in anything cultural. Change in attitude to learning.
Common law Common law has developed through the history and originates back to the 11th century's England. Travelling judges moved around the country solving different criminal cases and civil disputes. The most important part of common law is precedent. It means that in case essential elements of the case are the same as in previous recorded cases, judges are bound to reach same verdict. Government passing new legislations if they feel existing common law, statues or equitable, help courts to avoid the obligation to use precedent. Common law used to be divided into two: common law, equity. Equity cases were not enforced as common law and was mostly used to make someone do something, such as force someone to follow obligations of the contract. Common law has spread all over the world because of the once owned colonies of Britain, especially Unites States. Judges in common law cannot directly support their decisions by cases from another county, but
V. moved to the islands of Shetland, Orkneys, the Hebrides, Ireland Sutton Hoo near Woodbridge, Suffolk, England, is the Anglo-Saxon burial place from the 6th century and early 7th century, which was found in 1939. The wooden ship, which was buried there, contained lots of armour, weapons, jewellery, symbols of power and other treasures, but no bodies were found. 10. Roman conquest In the 1st c. BC the Roman Empire began to make contact with Britain (wine, pottery, small bronze statues) Julius Caesar's first raid was in 55 BC (the troops were afraid of the sea crossing) In the following year he invaded again, this time he marched inland In AD 43 the Emperor Claudius decided the full-scale invasion (army of 40,000 men) The Roman occupation lasted nearly 400 years. They couldnt conquer Scotland or as they called it caledonia, and so they built a strong
Receiving state people cannot enter without permission Fiscal immunity Protection of the post, archives, any other means of communication Freedom of relations with anybody they want Right to use official state symbolic (flag, symbol, etc.) Members of international intergovernmental organisations have often privileges and immunities similar to those of diplomatic personnel, etc. like members of the UN. These are usually covered by different statues of these organisations or bilateral treaties of different countries. E.g. Red Cross delegates usually have bilateral agreements with different states and their delegates have privileges and immunities like diplomatic personnel. ICRC has this agreement even with Switzerland, where it is located. Almost always diplomatic privileges and immunities These people have specific passports, green passports. This passport does not provide
not to be defeated but incorporated (literally, taken into the b o d y ) . Heroes learn the Guardians' tricks, absorb them, and go on. U l t i m a t e l y , fully evolved heroes feel compassion for their apparent enemies and transcend rather than destroy them. Heroes must learn to read the signals of their Threshold Guardians. In The Power of Myth, Joseph Campbell illustrated this idea beautifully with an example from Japan. Ferocious-looking demon statues sometimes guard the entrances to Japanese temples. T h e first thing you notice is one hand held u p like that of a policeman gesturing "Stop!" But when you look more closely, you see that the other hand invites 51 T H E W R I T E R ' S JOURNEY ~ T H I R D EDITION Christopher Vogler you to enter. T h e message is: T h o s e who are put off by outward appearances cannot
knew I couldn't trust my feelings with Jasper there. It was a very long day. We stayed in the room. Alice called down to the front desk and asked them to ignore our maid service for now. The windows stayed shut, the TV on, though no one watched it. At regular intervals, food was delivered for me. The silver phone resting on Alice's bag seemed to grow bigger as the hours passed. My babysitters handled the suspense better than I did. As I fidgeted and paced, they simply grew more still, two statues whose eyes followed me imperceptibly as I moved. I occupied myself with memorizing the room; the striped pattern of the couches, tan, peach, cream, dull gold, and tan again. Sometimes I stared at the abstract prints, randomly finding pictures in the shapes, like I'd found pictures in the clouds as a child. I traced a blue hand, a woman combing her hair, a cat stretching. But when the pale red circle became a staring eye, I looked away.
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