Saturday, August 8, 2015
Friday, August 7, 2015
"Sunday August 9th - Vaccine Clinic at WHS - Racine Campus"
From RacineUncovered:
08/07/2015 | Filed under: Calendar,Local News |
"The Wisconsin Humane Society Racine Campus is hosting a vaccine clinic on Sunday. We’ll be offering microchips, vaccines and heartworm testing."
08/07/2015 | Filed under: Calendar,Local News |
"The Wisconsin Humane Society Racine Campus is hosting a vaccine clinic on Sunday. We’ll be offering microchips, vaccines and heartworm testing."
"VIDEO: Fire Damaged Apartment Building Comes Down On Former Jacato Drive"
From Racine County Eye:
By Denise Lockwood in Business, Community, Government, Real estate · August 6, 2015
"Neighbors, who lived on what was once known as Jacato Drive now live on Anthony Lane, watched as a fire damaged building was torn down on Thursday, Aug. 6.
"The building was destroyed by a fire more than two years ago and a number of residents were displaced. The City Council Tuesday unanimously approved a bid from Macemon, Inc. for $71,560 to raze the building, a story in The Journal Times reads.
"Jacato Drive was renamed Anthony Lane earlier this month.
"Investigators determined arson as the cause of the Jan. 29, 2013 fire that burned out the building, and it’s been vacant ever since.
"City officials have tried to work with the building’s owner to tear it down, but finally decided to move forward with a raze order and to pay for it in part because new owners for the rest of the apartment buildings are deep into $3 million worth of improvements".
See slideshow: http://racinecountyeye.com/video-fire-damaged-apartment-building-comes-down-on-former-jacato-drive/
By Denise Lockwood in Business, Community, Government, Real estate · August 6, 2015
"Neighbors, who lived on what was once known as Jacato Drive now live on Anthony Lane, watched as a fire damaged building was torn down on Thursday, Aug. 6.
"The building was destroyed by a fire more than two years ago and a number of residents were displaced. The City Council Tuesday unanimously approved a bid from Macemon, Inc. for $71,560 to raze the building, a story in The Journal Times reads.
"Jacato Drive was renamed Anthony Lane earlier this month.
"Investigators determined arson as the cause of the Jan. 29, 2013 fire that burned out the building, and it’s been vacant ever since.
"City officials have tried to work with the building’s owner to tear it down, but finally decided to move forward with a raze order and to pay for it in part because new owners for the rest of the apartment buildings are deep into $3 million worth of improvements".
See slideshow: http://racinecountyeye.com/video-fire-damaged-apartment-building-comes-down-on-former-jacato-drive/
Thursday, August 6, 2015
"Stuck in the middle with you"
From The Lonely Libertarian :
"Admit it.
You just sang that.
And now it's stuck in your head forever.
You're welcome."
Wednesday, August 5, 2015
Dear Madame Zoltar
Hello, my Post Toasties.
How are you? The relatively cool
evening temperatures are a rarity for August.
Usually by now, the sun has burnt a hole into your head and the lawns
start going dormant. I’m not complaining. That’s coming, anyway. I’m just trying to figure out how to make the
warm weather stay for a few weeks, or months, more. There will be more heat to come. It’s only early August.
Maybe we can set off a few nuclear bombs to shift the Earth’s
orbit and make this a more temperate zone.
Off course, that isn’t fair to those who currently are in the more
moderate zone. Maybe we can shift the
orbit every month or so to give everyone a taste of different climes. The clothing stores would love it. Meteorologists would hate it. I must admit that a month of artic weather
frightens me. Then, BOOM, it’s tropical weather for another month. I don’t know, the weather is unpredictable
enough as it is. You know that old
standard, “You don’t like the weather?”
This is Wisconsin. It’ll change in 20 minutes. I’ve heard that
used for just about every state in the union, and some smaller quadrants of
Andromeda.
I know! Let’s build a
big drilling ship to “journey to the center of the Erath,” and then back out
the other side. That will ventilate the planet
and cool down the global warming. How is
it that thousands of civilians have solutions to some of our most pesky
problems, but they’re not tried because the creators are not certified or
“official,” or lack diplomas? Common
sense could solve hundreds, if not thousands, of problems in Congress, but they
don’t want to lose their meal tickets.
While we banter about with our silly little lives, Congress gives itself
the royal treatment at our expense. They
don’t have to deal with any of our petty problems. They live like Kings and Queens,
and we’re their pawns.
Here’s some possible good news: “Legislation would give
municipalities authority to decide whether roundabouts get built” - http://journaltimes.com/news/local/legislation-would-give-municipalities-authority-to-decide-whether-roundabouts-get/article_8ed0c567-22f7-5132-b20f-bf7e3f2252bc.html
Imagine that! How wacky! Letting the people who live in a community
make up their own minds on community issues is unheard of. This could lead to bigger problems like
taxpayers wanting a say in how their money is spent. Nip it in the bud, I say, nip it in the bud.
I’ve been sending out good vibes to all of my friends, Irregular
and otherwise. We need something to
combat the propaganda spoon fed to us everyday.
I pray and I hope that people in the United
States someday come to their senses and
demand an accounting from their so-called leaders.
Where to put a roundabout? Ask: MadameZoltar@jtirregulars.com
“They” are saying seasonable temperatures for today and the
rest of the week. So get out and enjoy
yourselves. Be careful. Never
underestimate stupidity’s (including yours) ability to escalate an issue. I love you all!
Tuesday, August 4, 2015
"The Great in Racine - A boy, his bike and a great Racine Police Officer"
From RacineUncovered:
08/04/2015 | Filed under: Commentary,Local News |
"On July 21, 2015 we wrote about a Racine Police Officer “Today we witnessed a young boy waiting around for a 2nd shift officer to come on duty with the Racine Police Department. He was there waiting because they are going to be building a bike together. Sure enough this GREAT officer appears with the bike frame in hand, they choose the colors that is it going to be painted today, & talked about the parts, etc. The smile on this young boys face will be long remembered. The officer is taking the time and the expense to do this with him
"Today the young man was given the bike. This officer on his off time and at his own expense got the bike ready for the child. We wanted to follow up to show the follow up
"For the original article please visit Yet again… the greatness of Racine shows again because of a few bicycles and children"
Read more: http://racineuncovered.org/2015/08/the-great-in-racine-a-boy-his-bike-and-a-great-racine-police-officer/
What a great police officer. A lot of these kids lack more than bicycles, they lack positive male role models.
08/04/2015 | Filed under: Commentary,Local News |
"On July 21, 2015 we wrote about a Racine Police Officer “Today we witnessed a young boy waiting around for a 2nd shift officer to come on duty with the Racine Police Department. He was there waiting because they are going to be building a bike together. Sure enough this GREAT officer appears with the bike frame in hand, they choose the colors that is it going to be painted today, & talked about the parts, etc. The smile on this young boys face will be long remembered. The officer is taking the time and the expense to do this with him
"Today the young man was given the bike. This officer on his off time and at his own expense got the bike ready for the child. We wanted to follow up to show the follow up
"For the original article please visit Yet again… the greatness of Racine shows again because of a few bicycles and children"
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| Credit Racine Uncovered |
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| Credit Racine Uncovered |
Read more: http://racineuncovered.org/2015/08/the-great-in-racine-a-boy-his-bike-and-a-great-racine-police-officer/
What a great police officer. A lot of these kids lack more than bicycles, they lack positive male role models.
“Reign of Light”
From Racine County Eye:
By Gabriella Brossman in Community · August 3, 2015 · No comments
"What an amazing storm we had last night. The lightning was spectacular over the Lake and the endless thunder roared the entire time we were capturing it. We have never experienced a Thunderstorm with so much lightning and thunder. This time lapse video features 600 still images of this incredible storm over Lake Michigan. Shane and I hope you enjoy!
"Video and Photography by Shane and Gabriella Brossman"
Read more: http://racinecountyeye.com/reign-of-light/
By Gabriella Brossman in Community · August 3, 2015 · No comments
"What an amazing storm we had last night. The lightning was spectacular over the Lake and the endless thunder roared the entire time we were capturing it. We have never experienced a Thunderstorm with so much lightning and thunder. This time lapse video features 600 still images of this incredible storm over Lake Michigan. Shane and I hope you enjoy!
"Video and Photography by Shane and Gabriella Brossman"
Read more: http://racinecountyeye.com/reign-of-light/
Monday, August 3, 2015
"Racine Documentary Pattern or Practice released on You Tube"
About the Film
"The story of how a small Midwestern town waged war on African-American and Hispanic bar owners to drive them out of the changing town.
"Pattern or Practice peels the veneer off that shoddy pretense and provides a stark view of what institutionalized racism looks like. a small Midwestern town, once a manufacturing powerhouse, is a backsliding, post-industrial community with a race problem so pervasive that disbelief is nearly always the observer’s first reaction. By the time the final credits are rolling, that disbelief is replaced by anger, disgust, perhaps shame and hopefully a desire for change.
"Pattern or Practice features restaurant bar owners who had their licenses and businesses taken by city elected officials. The footage includes interviews with business owners who, with their own words and emotions, outline the abuse and harassment they experienced at the hands of the city. The film uses documentation from actual committee meetings, network news casts and articles that ran in the local newspaper.
"The title, Pattern or Practice, comes from the Justice Department term meaning: pattern of discrimination that has been conducted against a group of persons or an issue of general public importance. The film focuses on the practice of selective legal enforcement that is enabled by a passive public perception of 'I’m glad it’s not me'. County Supervisor and owner of the local black newspaper, Ken Lumpkin, states 'I was raised in Montgomery Alabama during the marches for freedom with Dr. King and thought this type of activity was dead.'”
"Pattern or Practice peels the veneer off that shoddy pretense and provides a stark view of what institutionalized racism looks like. a small Midwestern town, once a manufacturing powerhouse, is a backsliding, post-industrial community with a race problem so pervasive that disbelief is nearly always the observer’s first reaction. By the time the final credits are rolling, that disbelief is replaced by anger, disgust, perhaps shame and hopefully a desire for change.
"Pattern or Practice features restaurant bar owners who had their licenses and businesses taken by city elected officials. The footage includes interviews with business owners who, with their own words and emotions, outline the abuse and harassment they experienced at the hands of the city. The film uses documentation from actual committee meetings, network news casts and articles that ran in the local newspaper.
"The title, Pattern or Practice, comes from the Justice Department term meaning: pattern of discrimination that has been conducted against a group of persons or an issue of general public importance. The film focuses on the practice of selective legal enforcement that is enabled by a passive public perception of 'I’m glad it’s not me'. County Supervisor and owner of the local black newspaper, Ken Lumpkin, states 'I was raised in Montgomery Alabama during the marches for freedom with Dr. King and thought this type of activity was dead.'”
"Meanwhile, in San Francisco….."
Sunday, August 2, 2015
Saturday, August 1, 2015
Friday, July 31, 2015
Thursday, July 30, 2015
"Depression And Mental Illness Behind Rising Number Of Teen Suicides"
From Racine County Eye:
By Denise Lockwood in Community, Schools · July 30, 2015
"With more youth dying from suicide in some southeastern Wisconsin Counties, some are calling out this public health crisis as the numbers have increased, according to a story by Fox 6.
"From 2009 through 2014, 71 children have committed suicide in Milwaukee, Racine, Kenosha, and Waukesha counties. Some of those kids were as young as 11 years-old. A dozen of those youth were from Racine County. This year, seven southeastern Wisconsin youth have already killed themselves and among them is Cameron Langrell, a Caledonia teen who killed himself this year.
"Of those who died, many had been sexually assaulted, had problems with their boyfriend or girlfriend, had trouble at school or struggled with their sexuality. According to the story, for every one person that is successful in committing suicide, there are 11 people who have attempted.
"Read more on Fox 6.
"Looking for mental health resources, check out the Racine County Human Services Department mental health page."
http://racinecountyeye.com/depression-and-mental-illness-behind-rising-number-of-teen-suicides/
By Denise Lockwood in Community, Schools · July 30, 2015
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| Credit Racine County Eye |
"From 2009 through 2014, 71 children have committed suicide in Milwaukee, Racine, Kenosha, and Waukesha counties. Some of those kids were as young as 11 years-old. A dozen of those youth were from Racine County. This year, seven southeastern Wisconsin youth have already killed themselves and among them is Cameron Langrell, a Caledonia teen who killed himself this year.
"Of those who died, many had been sexually assaulted, had problems with their boyfriend or girlfriend, had trouble at school or struggled with their sexuality. According to the story, for every one person that is successful in committing suicide, there are 11 people who have attempted.
"Read more on Fox 6.
"Looking for mental health resources, check out the Racine County Human Services Department mental health page."
http://racinecountyeye.com/depression-and-mental-illness-behind-rising-number-of-teen-suicides/
Wednesday, July 29, 2015
"City, Bars, and Barber Shops To Hand Out Free Condoms"
From Racine County Eye:
By Denise Lockwood in Business, Government · July 28, 2015
"In an effort to reduce the number of people who get sexually transmitted diseases, the Racine Health Department is kicking off an awareness campaign called 'Take Control: Your Body, Your Health,' which includes handing out free condoms in bars and barber shops.
"Racine County ranks fifth in the state for the number of people that have chlamydia, and it ranks fourth highest in the state for gonorrhea. In the city, one out of 100 residents contracted an STD in 2014. Young adults ages 21 to 29 years-old consistently ranked high in having STDs.
“'Stopping the spread of STDs is our number one priority,' said Dottie-Kay Bowersox, public health administrator for the City of Racine Health Department. 'Getting people tested and treated before passing a disease on to a partner is a proven approach to reducing the burden of STDs and keeping our community healthy.'
"The goal of the campaign is to increase the use of the Racine Health Department STD clinic by 10 percent, and to prevent and stop the spread of STDs, according to a press release by the Racine Health Department."
Read more: http://racinecountyeye.com/city-bars-and-barber-shops-to-hand-out-free-condoms/
I don't go to bars or barbershops. Where's my free condoms?
By Denise Lockwood in Business, Government · July 28, 2015
"In an effort to reduce the number of people who get sexually transmitted diseases, the Racine Health Department is kicking off an awareness campaign called 'Take Control: Your Body, Your Health,' which includes handing out free condoms in bars and barber shops.
"Racine County ranks fifth in the state for the number of people that have chlamydia, and it ranks fourth highest in the state for gonorrhea. In the city, one out of 100 residents contracted an STD in 2014. Young adults ages 21 to 29 years-old consistently ranked high in having STDs.
“'Stopping the spread of STDs is our number one priority,' said Dottie-Kay Bowersox, public health administrator for the City of Racine Health Department. 'Getting people tested and treated before passing a disease on to a partner is a proven approach to reducing the burden of STDs and keeping our community healthy.'
"The goal of the campaign is to increase the use of the Racine Health Department STD clinic by 10 percent, and to prevent and stop the spread of STDs, according to a press release by the Racine Health Department."
Read more: http://racinecountyeye.com/city-bars-and-barber-shops-to-hand-out-free-condoms/
I don't go to bars or barbershops. Where's my free condoms?
Dear Madame Zoltar
Hello, my butterflies!
How are you? Keeping cool? I was
talking with a friend the other day and we both agreed that this has, so far,
been a normal summer for us. We do need
rain, but we’re not at drought levels, yet.
It’s been pretty hot a few times,
but nothing abnormal. Let’s hope that
next winter is the same. Cold, but not
arctic cold. Of course, ever since
Mother Nature went insane, nothing is for sure.
She’s off her meds and on the prowl.
I also think that she likes to make meteorologists look bad by not
following their predictions. She’s such
a screwball.
And speaking of screwballs, what a bunch are running this
country? Too bad that we can’t just hit
a reset or reboot button to start all over. When did American politicians go
bad? I’ve lived a few decades, and I
don’t remember it like this. Why does a
difference of opinion now lead to hate?
Maybe it’s time to add some tranquilizers to the water. And lace the booze with truth serum. Heck, I do that for breakfast.
My hero, Señor Zanza, may have saved a life the other
day. We went to Wal-Mart. (I know, but the prices are so low.) In the parking lot, Señor Zanza spotted a
young child in a locked car parked in the sun.
Windows rolled up. He immediately
got the store to announce the type of vehicle and where it was parked. A sheepish-looking woman finally showed
up. He gave her a tongue-lashing. He told her we were moments from calling the
police and throwing a brick through the car glass to let in air. She agreed it was the wrong thing to do, but
she was “just going to run in and quickly get a few things.” Huh!
There’s no such word as “quickly” in Walmart.
Now, Señor Baby Saver acts a little snooty. There’s talk of giving him some sort of civic
award. That scares the poopy out of the
little snooty. “He doesn’t want to
appear on TV or video of any kind. He
refuses to allow his face and/or portrait photographs of any kind to be
shown. He is adamant! And probably guilty of 40 major crimes,” said
the TV producer.
“Do you have any proof of that?” I asked the producer.
He said, “This is TV.
You don’t need proof on TV.”
I can’t think of Señor Zanza, my partner for years, guilty of
any crime, I think. Yes, no, I don’t know.
You know, a scandal about him might easily spill over into my
business. “Don’t worry,”
the Señor says. “Everything
will be alright.”
And speaking of things spilling over, I have a client to
attend to later today, so I won’t be able to make it to the get-together. I
apologize. My client ha$ i$$ue$ he need$
to re$olve. I still love you all, every
last one.
Here’s a heartwarming story for us dog-lovers:
Aww, good dog. I
tried practicing what Mr. OrbsCorbs said about rubbing noses with online
pets. I didn’t get bit or anything, but
now my screen is greasy.
I hope that you enjoyed my blog this week. You know I love the company. You’re my pals!
Who’s snooty and who’s poopy? Ask: MadameZoltar@jtirregulars.com
Thanks again for stopping by. Get out and have some summer fun, but don’t
get hurt. (“Yes, mother.”) Whatever else you do, don’t forget the
sunscreen. Mr. Sun has caused a lot of
Big C in baby boomers. I told you Mother
Nature is insane. I love you all.
Tuesday, July 28, 2015
Wildflowers Pt 3!
I am sorry I have not posted anymore wildflowers. I have been busy with having the grandkids here for a week and doctor appointments also I went to a concert with my two older kids that was my Mother's Day present from my kids. This has been one crazy summer for me this year. I hope everyone is enjoying there summer and not going out when it is to hot outside.
The good thing is Drew and I have been able to get out and get some pictures to share with everyone and we have also gotten pictures of some new flowers for us. I am going to post some of the new ones this time. Here are the pictures-
This is a picture of a Tiger Lily this picture was taken at Navarino Wildlife Refuge in Navarino Wi.
This is a picture of a Blue Vervain this picture was taken at Horicon National Wildlife Refuge in Lomira Wi.
This is a picture of a Compass Flower this picture was taken at Navarino Wildlife Refuge in Navarino Wi.
This is a picture of Orange Milkweed this picture was taken at Richard Bong State Recreational Area in Brighton Wi.
This is a picture of a Yellow Water Lily just starting to bloom this picture was taken in Pickeral Wi.
This is a picture of Canada Thistle this picture was taken at Pritcher Park in Racine Wi.
I hope everyone enjoys the pictures as much as I enjoy going out and taking the pictures to she with all of you. I hope you have a great day.
The good thing is Drew and I have been able to get out and get some pictures to share with everyone and we have also gotten pictures of some new flowers for us. I am going to post some of the new ones this time. Here are the pictures-
I hope everyone enjoys the pictures as much as I enjoy going out and taking the pictures to she with all of you. I hope you have a great day.
Monday, July 27, 2015
A True Rube Goldberg
I needed a food dehydrator so I invented one.
List of equipment use...
1 - panel fan used for cooling electrical panel in machinery
2 - bamboo skewers
1 - 1 gallon ice cream pail
1 - thingie you use to put hot pans on
so not to burn your counter top
Cut a hole in the bottom of the pail for the fan
Poke 4 holes for the skewers to support the thingie
Cut some holes in the top lid of the pail for vents
"Bonfire Fail"
You'd think they'd run out of idiots. Btw, gasoline is VERY EXPLOSIVE, ESPECIALLY THE FUMES! I think because people pump their own gas now, they think it's no big deal.
Sunday, July 26, 2015
I meant to post this a couple of days ago . . .
But my memory is a sieve.
Check out: http://www.jtirregulars.com/2015/07/looking-for-place-for-your-loved-one.html
Then, from The Journal Times.com: Strempler: Oak Ridge Care Center, a wonderful place for loved ones
Finally, from The Journal Times.com Mailbag: "Schaefer & Phelps: Another kudos for Oak Ridge Care Center" - http://journaltimes.com/news/opinion/mailbag/schaefer-phelps-another-kudos-for-oak-ridge-care-center/article_438bdf55-8df2-53f8-aee7-46bc1d05dda5.html
Thank you, Carol Lynn.
Check out: http://www.jtirregulars.com/2015/07/looking-for-place-for-your-loved-one.html
Then, from The Journal Times.com: Strempler: Oak Ridge Care Center, a wonderful place for loved ones
Finally, from The Journal Times.com Mailbag: "Schaefer & Phelps: Another kudos for Oak Ridge Care Center" - http://journaltimes.com/news/opinion/mailbag/schaefer-phelps-another-kudos-for-oak-ridge-care-center/article_438bdf55-8df2-53f8-aee7-46bc1d05dda5.html
Thank you, Carol Lynn.
"BBQ outlaws"
Imagine being told that you can grill outside, but the smoke mustn't pass your property lines.
A Modest Proposal
All candidates for office in the U.S. must take an IQ test. If they're below 100 (average), they can't run.
"Dachshunds compete in Scooter's Annual Wiener Dog Race; proceeds go to animal-rescue groups"
From The Journal Times.com:
"CALEDONIA — A real wiener won the race.
"But to race organizers, the actual winners are two animal rescue groups who will receive the proceeds from Scooter’s Annual Wiener Dog Race on Saturday.
"Marsha Connet, events coordinator for Katie’s Canine Klubhouse, said the race began as a way to bring attention to rescue organizations, then turned into a fundraiser. Now, 100 percent of the proceeds will be donated to HOPE Safehouse and Tailwaggers 911."
Read more: http://journaltimes.com/news/local/dachshunds-compete-in-scooter-s-annual-wiener-dog-race-proceeds/article_4c650b2e-47d0-5fcd-bb4c-28c5b3e9443e.html
Beejay, is Sable a racing dog or is she above that?
"But to race organizers, the actual winners are two animal rescue groups who will receive the proceeds from Scooter’s Annual Wiener Dog Race on Saturday.
"Marsha Connet, events coordinator for Katie’s Canine Klubhouse, said the race began as a way to bring attention to rescue organizations, then turned into a fundraiser. Now, 100 percent of the proceeds will be donated to HOPE Safehouse and Tailwaggers 911."
Read more: http://journaltimes.com/news/local/dachshunds-compete-in-scooter-s-annual-wiener-dog-race-proceeds/article_4c650b2e-47d0-5fcd-bb4c-28c5b3e9443e.html
Beejay, is Sable a racing dog or is she above that?
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Thank you, Racine Community Media, for reporting the lies and uncovering the truths.
Saturday, July 25, 2015
Friday, July 24, 2015
Four for Fridays
Hello everyone and welcome back! Despite some complications, it has been a pretty good week. Just need a little optimism. Anyways, your questions....
1) How many TV shows do you record in a week?
2) Have you ever babysat a neighbor's pet?
3) Do prefer to drink from a bottle or from a can?
4) Do you prefer coffee or tea?
Enjoy your weekend!
1) How many TV shows do you record in a week?
2) Have you ever babysat a neighbor's pet?
3) Do prefer to drink from a bottle or from a can?
4) Do you prefer coffee or tea?
Enjoy your weekend!
"DoYou Know How To Kiss A Girl?"
I had no idea where this was going until the end. Today, no one would take the time to read all that stuff (says the guy who takes the time to read all that stuff).
Thursday, July 23, 2015
The Metamorphosis
"One morning, when Gregor Samsa woke from troubled dreams, he found
himself transformed in his bed into a horrible vermin. He lay on
his armour-like back, and if he lifted his head a little he could
see his brown belly, slightly domed and divided by arches into stiff
sections. The bedding was hardly able to cover it and seemed ready
to slide off any moment. His many legs, pitifully thin compared
with the size of the rest of him, waved about helplessly as he
looked."
--Franz Kafka
"The Metamorphosis (German: Die Verwandlung, also sometimes translated as The Transformation) is novella, by Franz Kafka, first published in 1915. It has been cited as one of the seminal works of fiction of the 20th century and is studied in colleges and universities across the Western world. The story begins with a traveling salesman, Gregor Samsa, waking to find himself transformed (metamorphosed) into a large, monstrous insect-like creature. The cause of Gregor's transformation is never revealed, and Kafka himself never gave an explanation. The rest of Kafka's novella deals with Gregor's attempts to adjust to his new condition as he deals with being burdensome to his parents and sister, who are repulsed by the horrible, verminous creature Gregor has become."
Read more: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Metamorphosis
"Franz Kafka[a] (Jewish name: אנשיל, Anschel; 3 July 1883 – 3 June 1924) was a German-language writer of novels and short stories, regarded by critics as one of the most influential authors of the 20th century. Most of his works, such as "Die Verwandlung" ("The Metamorphosis"), Der Process (The Trial), and Das Schloss (The Castle),
are filled with the themes and archetypes of alienation, physical and
psychological brutality, parent–child conflict, characters on a
terrifying quest, labyrinths of bureaucracy, and mystical
transformations."
Read more: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Franz_Kafka
--Franz Kafka
"The Metamorphosis (German: Die Verwandlung, also sometimes translated as The Transformation) is novella, by Franz Kafka, first published in 1915. It has been cited as one of the seminal works of fiction of the 20th century and is studied in colleges and universities across the Western world. The story begins with a traveling salesman, Gregor Samsa, waking to find himself transformed (metamorphosed) into a large, monstrous insect-like creature. The cause of Gregor's transformation is never revealed, and Kafka himself never gave an explanation. The rest of Kafka's novella deals with Gregor's attempts to adjust to his new condition as he deals with being burdensome to his parents and sister, who are repulsed by the horrible, verminous creature Gregor has become."
Read more: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Metamorphosis
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| Franz Kafka in 1906 |
Read more: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Franz_Kafka
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