Heraa·Jan 9, 2021Metaphors and Linguistic RelativityThe main theory dealing with the relationship between thought/cognition and metaphor is George Lakoff’s The Neural Theory of Metaphor…
Heraa·Aug 25, 2020Word Order Observations in Classical ArabicI’m no Sibawayh. That out of the wayh, let us take a moment to marvel at the classical Arabic grammar (nahw). I’ve once again delved into…
Heraa·Apr 15, 2020Tower of God Anime: First ImpressionsThe widely anticipated anime adaption of SIU’s popular Tower of God webtoon finally debuted on April 1. I first caught wind of news of the…A response icon1A response icon1
Heraa·Feb 21, 2020Gilroy’s Garlic Ice creamIt was an innocent enough afternoon — merriment abound on the way to the beach with family, when the undisputed scent of garlic wafted…A response icon1A response icon1
Heraa·Dec 24, 2019The Doors of FezThere’s much to say about Morocco, from musings over the tourism industry to seeking out beneficial experiences, but as usual, it’s the…
Heraa·Nov 28, 2019Steins; Gate Anime ReviewAir date: April 6, 2011 — September 14, 2011A response icon2A response icon2
Heraa·Apr 19, 2019Language Shaping Thought: Can This Impact Eye-Witness Testimonies?The possibility of language altering the way we conceive reality — the pivotal question of psycholinguistics.
Heraa·Apr 17, 2019Why I Love PunsOn the art and science of the pun (paronomasia), to a select few who understand its hidden sensibilities.