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Visiting Atlanta doesn’t have to break the bank. Check out the very best free things to do in Atlanta – from street art to parks to historical sites. Exploring the city can be expensive when you factor in parking, entrance fees, and meals. But guess what? We can eliminate the entrance fees, because some of...
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If you like nature and American history, then Point Park in Chattanooga is the perfect destination for you. You can learn about the Battle of Lookout Mountain and its importance in the Civil War and enjoy breathtaking views of the Tennessee Valley. Point Park is a 10-acre memorial park located on the northern side of...
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Elberton, Georgia is a small town like no other. From the mysterious Georgia Guidestones to an exhumed Confederate statue, this town will intrigue and charm you. At first glance, Elberton may seem like a boring country town. The population is less than 5,000, and Elberton sits in the middle of nowhere in Elbert County, Georgia....
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You need to know the stem of a Latin noun in order to be able to decline it. In this post, learn how to find the stem of any Latin noun! First of all, let’s review what a stem is. The stem is the part of the noun that the case endings are added to....
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If you’re in central Georgia, stop in Eatonton to visit the unique Rock Eagle Effigy Mound. You won’t want to miss this fascinating (and free) 1000-year-old site! What is the Rock Eagle Effigy Mound? About an hour southeast of Atlanta, thousands of milky quartz rocks form a mound in the shape of a eagle (or...
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Confused about Latin noun declensions? Then read this quick post to learn how to find the declension of any Latin noun. Latin has five noun declensions (or groups of nouns that share the same case endings). Each and every Latin noun belongs to one of these five declensions, and it is crucial that you be...
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Would you like to listen to a pop song featuring the Greek god of death? Read all about J. Maya’s second single, “Thanatos (End of Us)”, and its mythological background. On January 1, 2021 J. Maya released her debut song, “Achilles Heel”, and it immediately met with great success. As a graduate student in Classics,...
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Are you looking for things to do in Chattanooga? Or perhaps a day trip from Atlanta or Nashville? Ride the Incline Railway up to the top of Lookout Mountain and enjoy gorgeous views of the Tennessee Valley. Lookout Mountain straddles the Georgia-Tennessee border and rises up over Chattanooga. It is home to many attractions, both...
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If you are learning a new language, most likely you have to deal with verb conjugations. So, what is a conjugation? And why are they important, anyway? In this post, I’ll walk you through everything you need to know to begin your language learning journey. Ready? Let’s dive right in! What is a conjugation? TO...
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Wondering how to improve your listening skills in a foreign language? I know just how you feel, and I can help. Read this post for strategies, tips, and resource ideas. When you learn a new language, there is so much to do that it is easy to forget about listening comprehension. You’re busy memorizing words...
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Are you wondering how to find the gender of Latin nouns? This post will help you to identify noun gender with confidence. Latin has three grammatical genders: masculine, feminine, and neuter. In most cases, we can predict the gender of a noun based on its meaning or else based on its declension and its nominative...
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Why are ladybugs lucky? Why are they called ladybugs, anyway? Read a tale of science, superstition, and myth involving cultures and languages across Europe. When I was little, my mom used to tell me that ladybugs were lucky. The main goal was probably to stop me from freaking out whenever I saw them (I had...
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Want to improve your Spanish listening skills without breaking the bank? Then this post is just the thing for you. I’ve compiled a list of my favorite FREE Spanish listening resources, and I can’t wait to share them with you. Understanding spoken Spanish is hard. But, like most areas of foreign language, your listening comprehension...
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Looking for ways to keep your kids occupied on a long car ride? You need to try these 10 technology-free, family-friendly road trip activities (with free printables!). This post may contain affiliate links, which means I may receive a commission, at no extra cost to you, if you make a purchase through a link. Please...
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If you are learning Latin, chances are you have wondered whether you should pay attention to macrons. Opinions vary, but I am firmly in the pro-macron camp. Read on for why you should memorize Latin macrons! When I taught elementary Latin at Harvard, my students had to learn the macrons. I wasn’t super strict about...
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If you are in the area in the spring or summer, you simply must pay a visit to Boston Public Garden. Located in the heart of the city, right next to Boston Common, this gorgeous park has something to offer for everyone. I’ve been to the Public Garden several times now. Each time I discover...
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Looking for a scenic and relaxing vacation spot? I have just the place for you – Myrtle Beach State Park on the South Carolina coast. This January my family and I stayed at Myrtle Beach for a few days, and I highly recommend it. The cozy cabins, beautiful beach, and gentle nature trails make the …
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Do you like dance music and Greek mythology? Then I have a treat for you! Earlier this week I discovered “Achilles Heel”, an amazing new debut single by rising singer-songwriter J. Maya. Let’s just say I am completely, utterly in love with this mythologically-themed single. In this post, I’ll tell you a bit about the …
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