Essays on Cheek

What are the interventions to promote oral intake in preterm infants?"

Overview An estimated fifteen million infants are prematurely born every year. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), one in every ten children born in America is affected by preterm birth. The term preterm is used to refer to babies who are born before the normal thirty-seven weeks gestation period. Preterm births are classified based on the gestation age. Babies born less that twenty-seven weeks or the gestation period are categorized as extremely preterm. Very Preterm babies are those born between twenty seven weeks and thirty-two weeks while moderate to late preterms are born between thirty-two ...

Religion is very contradictory topic to discuss. From the very beginning of its existence, there were people who try to use religious beliefs for own purposes. And it is worth mentioning that, these purposes not always was good. I only partly agree with the statement that rich and powerful people have created religions to control the poor people. Yes, rich people use religions for own purposes, but, for example, a history of Christianity creation absolutely deny this statement. There is thesis Christianity is the religion of slaves. And this is true historical fact. Christianity was created by slaves because ...

Describe which general fossil primate groups appear and radiate during the following geological epochs: Eocene, Miocene, Pliocene, Pleistocene. For each of the geological epochs, identify the general primate group that first appears and radiates during that epoch. In addition, give the time range in millions of years for each epoch and provide at least one example of a specific primate genus and/ or species that is representative of each general primate group. 2. List and briefly describe at least five elements of the post-cranial anatomy found in humans, but not in apes, that facilitate efficient bipedal locomotion. Provide specific ...

Introduction

The Gero Crucifix and Vladimir Madonna both have contention in portraying religious concepts and a drawing of Jesus. The so-called ‘Gero Crucifix’ ranks as one of the earliest preserved monumental carved crucifixes and the oldest image of the dead Christ on the cross, in contrast to earlier images of the crucified Savior, which presented him alive and glorious over death. The Gero Crucifix was displayed surrounded by golden rays as if visualizing the triumphal second coming of Messiah. In a similar connection, the “Vladimir Madonna” which is often cited as the icon of contemplatives teaches about the human condition ...

Central to Nathaniel Hawthorne’s writing of The Birthmark is the unexplained mark that was on “Georgiana’s left cheeka little [similar] to the human hand, though of the smallest pygmy size” (Hawthorne par.7). Initially, the mark had brought Georgiana much admiration with some lovers asserting that the impression on her face was subject to a “fairy” whose tiny hand had somehow landed on the woman’s cheek when she was young (par. 7). The problem is, Aylmer, who happens to the story’s protagonist and Georgiana’s husband, fails to see the appeal of such a mark on ...

Philosophy and God

Philosophy and God

Abstract

The issue whether God really exist or it is just an imagination created in minds of people has been debated for centuries. Many scientists and philosophers believe that God does not exist. They have challenged believers to scientifically or logically prove that God really exists. Ontological arguments have been put in place by theology philosophers with the aim of proving, logically and scientifically, the existence of God. Philosophers such as Anselm and Aquinas have put across some logical arguments to prove that God really exists. On the other hand, some atheists such as Bertrand Russell have ...

Mao Zedong was a pivotal figure in the history of China during the twentieth century. His life and experience provide a window into an understanding of the Chinese experience from the 1920s onwards. There are a number of evident themes in the piece that sheds light on the kind of life that the Chinese people were entangled in. The theme that catches my attention is that of spreading political propaganda. According to the article, if a lot of law schools and political science schools were opened, they would have brought the basic education to the people even to those ...

In Mathew 5: 38-41, Jesus teaches about Christian’s conduct, especially upon affliction. In particular, Jesus instructed Christians to offer the other cheek when slapped, or if anyone takes one’s shirt, the person should give the clock as well. Should Christian let evil triumph over them? In Romans 13: 3-4, the Bible grants the authority/government to use force to restrain evil and calls those in authority God’s servants. Therefore, states can punish wrongdoers. Moreover, Luke 3:14 allows Christians to serve as soldiers indicating that it is right to use force to keep off enemies. Why did Jesus ...

Anthropological analyses prove that there are many cultural practices in the globe that use different forms of body art and ornamentation such as tattooing which is either permanent or temporary, scarification, and piercing for different reasons such as, ceremonial religious rituals, and tribal identification. The body art and ornamentation process represents a figurative death, as well as rebirth involving painful experience as a method to push for self-discovery, and establishing one’s position in the society. This paper will focus on different aspects of body art and ornamentation across certain cultures. The cultures to be analyzed are the Yoruba’s of ...

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Introduction People often associate art with beauty such that art forms appeal to the audience because of their aesthetic qualities. Nonetheless, as we explore various theories, concepts, and approaches in art design, we discover that beauty is diverse. As the famous saying goes, beauty is in the eye of the beholder, which means that the standard and quality of beauty differs based on varying constructs and views of beauty. The conflict and exchange between perfection and imperfection, for instance, illustrates the variability of beauty as a construct in art design (Bailey & Peoples, 2010). Beauty is not merely a creation or ...

Introduction

Elodea canadensis is a perennial hydrophyte, which is native to the majority of North America and was first recorded in about 1836 from the British Isles (Hackney, 1992). Young plants at first begin with a seedling stem and roots grow in mud at the underneath of water. More adventitious roots arise at intervals along the stem. The leaves are translucent, bright green, oblong, 1-4 mm broad and 6-17 mm long, borne in whorls of three round the stem (Rose, 2006). It lives completely submerged.

Blepharisma is a unicellular ciliate protists genus found in salt and fresh water (Miyake, Harumoto, Salvi, & Rivola, ...

A romantic short story 'The Birth Mark' authored by Nathaniel Hawthorne reflects upon human obsession with perfection. The protagonist Aylmer is an epitome of that obsession who in his pursuit of perfection does not hesitate to put his wife's life at risk. Aylmer is a reputed scientist whose beautiful wife Georgiana has a tiny hand-shaped birthmark on her left cheek. Aylmer considers it to be a blemish hindering his wife from becoming perfect in every sense of the term. Aylmer tries to enact the role of divine by making attempts to correct the flaw of Georgiana gifted by nature and ...

Communication Style, Greeting, Gestures, Dining and Gift Giving Etiquette

The Institutional Affiliation COMMUNICATION STYLE AND PACING, GIFT GIVING AND RECEIVING ETIQUETTE 2 Kuwait Customs 1. Communication style and pacing Kuwaitis spend a lot of time communicating and making acquaintance. They prefer to have anything to do with people they know well. Interlocutors usually try to present themselves at their best, mention educational degree, demonstrate good manners, etc. Kuwaitis usually stand closer to each other than people in Western countries do while communicating. It is not acceptable, however, for members of different sex to touch each other during the conversation while opposite sex members can easily ...

Goals & Philosophy

Growing up noted for a sharp eye for color, design and patterns, report author has developed an early interest in fashion as an area of personal passion and professional aspiration. Growing up in Jakarta, Indonesia report author's professional vision and artistic philosophy has been informed early on by Jakarta's rich fashion industry but also by city's colorful appeal and scenic views, a formative given inaccessible to many who might plan to pursue a career fed by colors, designs and, not least, idiosyncratic preferences. Currently, report author is pursuing an Associate of Arts (Fashion Design) at Academy of Art University, San Francisco. ...

The painting ‘The Kiss’ (original Der Kuss) is Klimt’s most famous work of art among his golden pieces of work. The painting also happens to be Austria’s most famous piece: In Austria it is a treasure - one without a price (Brijbassi 1). Its current location is the Österreichische Galerie Belvedere museum and is specifically housed in the Belvedere palace, in Vienna, Austria. The Belvedere owns 22 of Klimt’s pieces and in all of them, ‘The Kiss’ has received the most of everything, from attention to criticism to praise and respect accorded to the painter. Klimt’s creation ...

“Young Goodman Brown,” “The Birthmark” and “Ethan Brand” are all notably published works from the dark romanticism sub-genre era published by Nathaniel Hawthorne that have lead characters embracing the concepts of morality and isolation. Hawthorne is an American author well-known mostly for his writings in this particular classification of stories from 1839 to 1860. Hawthorne typically incorporates such topic as isolation, sin, and the devil in his writings. These topics can generate and fester sinister feelings and ideas of alienation, guilt, and gloom. Hawthorn draws influence from multiple aspects of his life, for example, incorporating the use of his ...

Abstract

The roots of the history of sculpture in Europe can be traced back to the ancient Greece, where the great traditional forms of architectural sculpture, large-scale sculpture and statues flourished. The Greek sculptors primarily worked in stone and bronze. Classical and Hellenistic style of sculpture in Greek art carry distinct characteristics. Where the Classical sculpture is restrained and balanced, Hellenistic sculpture is extravagant plus dynamic. The composed and solemn expression of a classical figure gives in to the passionate expression found in the Hellenistic sculptures. The human body is seen to be the primary focus of ancient Greek sculptures, and ...

Lee Daniels produces a film titled “The Butler” that focuses on an African American man that served some of the presidential families in the 20th century. The movie starts with one of the racially oppressed eras in the 20th century where President Eisenhower was the president. Given that African Americans have been forced into slavery in America and later racially segregated from the community because of their phenotype, the movie shares a limelight of the civil rights revolution in America and the Black Power Movement (Kilgore 17). It is crucial to note that the civil rights movement mark as a liberating ...

Introduction

The efforts to conserve our environment ensure a safe habitat for both the current and especially the future generation and controlling pollution in the energy sector is a crucial exercise. The role of clean energy technology available in the market is a positive step in giving the opportunity to more people to participate in protecting the environment from harm by avoiding pollutants with extensive damage. However, facing stiff competition from traditional energy producers, the clean energy industry stands a slim chance of succeeding in its revolutionary plans. The government policies that entail requirements for production of more energy from clean sources, influences investors ...

“Instructor’s name’

‘Subject’ “The Birth-Mark” and “The Cask of Amontillado” – A comparative study Edgar Allan Poe and Nathaniel Hawthorne are two important contributors of the nineteenth-century American literature. Edgar Allan Poe was one of the most celebrated authors, posthumously though, of the past century. Some of his stories are almost autobiographical, and though he lived in a previous era, his ideas were far ahead of his time. Nathaniel Hawthorne is an author, whose works are even today cited for seeking ethical guidance. His stories urge the reader to analyze his moral confusions. This essay is an attempt to compare and ...

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ACT 1

New York, 2014. Taking a break from his freelance programming work, JOSH stretches on his office chair, placing both his arm above his head. Then he begins typing fast and firm: wannahengout.com. He enters a chat room and as he scrolls down his mouse he is informed that CHRISTINE has just entered. He is intrigued by this user’s nickname, as it is the only normal nickname. He approaches CHRISTINE, typing fast, while looking at the screen. He explains that he was attracted by her simple nickname. They start talking about their likes and dislikes. CHRISTINE says to JOSH that she ...

Pablo Picasso is the traditional depiction of the mistress looking into the mirror. The X-ray reveals that Picasso originally portrays the body of a young woman with curved hips and her back facing the viewer. The high-quality printing gives this fine art a vivid and sharp appearance. This artwork uses a medium of cover stock to produce the coat with a silken finish to protect the ink and create an elegant look. This versatile art strikes a balance between value and quality. The cubism style of artwork is an important contribution in the development of art in the modern culture in this century. Picasso ...

Nathaniel Hawthorne’s “The Birthmark” is a story of a man and his love for science and his wife, Georgiana. Aylmer, a chemist, has given up his scientific studies to win the heart of a woman he loved. At one stage, the birthmark on his wife’s face disturbs him “as being a sign of earthly imperfection” (7). According to him, she becomes an imperfect thing. While trying to remove her mark by using chemical, she dies. His desire to win both love ends up in the rivalry that ruins his life. This story is the best example of Girard’s mimetic desire, which ...

General introduction: Historical Background about Tobacco

Cigarette consumption started as early as 16th centuries among the pre-Columbian Americas. However, the natives smoked for medicinal and ceremonial purposes only. The cultivation and smoking methods were completely different as compared in the early 1960’s. The people used to smoke the tobacco in pipes. Tobacco consumption started in Europe at the end of 16th century after Christopher Columbus took with him some few tobacco leaves and seeds. However, its used was largely popularized by such individuals like Jean Nicot who champion for the spread of the significance it had to the users. The main idea of Christopher ...

Nathaniel Hawthorne’s The Birth-Mark is a short story examining obsessions with human perfection. The romantic short story was first published in 1843. It tells of the life of Aylmer, an intelligent scientist and philosopher who abandons his experiments and career to marry Georgina. Georgina is physically perfect save for a red birthmark on her neck in the shape of human hand. Aylmer becomes excessively obsessed with the birthmark on Georgina’s cheek as the story progresses. One night, the philosopher and scientist dreams of cutting the birthmark on his wife’s cheek and progresses all the way to the heart ...

How to have a good dialogue:

Roommates Jc and David decide to put a movie on as they relax in their dorm room. The popcorn is popping in the microwave and the soda is ice cold. The room is pretty messy; the clothes are all over the floor, but who cares. The movie is starting and it brings up the subject about marijuana. They start discussing the good and bad things about marijuana.

David: Wow I think smoking marijuana is very bad for people.

Jc: Why do you think smoking marijuana is bad for people? David: Because it’s illegal as it is a drug and can also lead to people trying other drugs (with meanness in ...

Pitrik, 2013). On the other hand, in socio-cognitive teaching, teachers offer scenarios whereby the students enter into the kinds of social discourse situations and societies that they (students) would encounter outside the traditional classroom. For example, students connect to various contexts for social interaction through the internet. In these contexts, they (students) meet and interact with native English speakers (Strambi & Bouvet, 2003), which allow them (students) to learn the English culture, and therefore, learning the language becomes easier. Therefore, socio-cognitive teaching explains the role of social interaction in the creation of an environment to learn a language, learn about the ...

One would wonder how it feels witnessing the Vietnam war firsthand in the combat. Well, Tim O’Brian takes us through a journey that portrays the emotional and physical burdens that the soldiers of war had to deal with during the Vietnam warfare in his book The things they carried. However, this is not a book about the Vietnam war but its story about the experiences of the soldiers and the emotional effect that was bestowed onto them. O’Brian skillfully employs various stylistic techniques of specific and a conscious selection of detail. The predominant theme in the book revolves around the ...

Introduction

Firstly, the rules of competition required that there be no competitor with an undue advantage over the other. This was simply the case when it was rumored that some men competed disguised as women so that they could win in athletic competitions. It was also alleged that intersexed individuals competed as women in order to gain an upper hand. It was for this reason that gender verification was started. The eligibility of a competitor to compete in any sporting event is decided solely on sex. Previously, women paraded nude in front of a team of gynecologists in order to have ...

Wheelabrator Allevard is a manufacturing company that deals mainly in metallic abrasives. The company company’s flagship product is W. Abrasive, but is sells variations of the same or abrasives made of iron particles in other regions such as England and Slovenia. Wheelabrator Allevard has a presence in about 87 across the globe. The company grew from its humble beginning as middle sized European corporation in 19621 to an expansive corporation operating allover Africa, Asia Pacific, Arab Gulf, North America and South America. Currently, the company supplies about 13,600,000 tons of products annually; this is 30% of the global ...

Examine Aylmer's obsession with perfection. How does perfection connect with science? Why does it motivate him?

Introduction

The birthmark is a novel by Nathaniel Hawthorne that highlights the life of a scientist and his wife. It is all about Georgiana’s birthmark which Aylmer is obsessed with removing. It should be remembered that Aylmer married Georgiana because she was the most beautiful girl she had seen. It was however a surprise to her when he mentioned to him that he did not like the spot on her cheek and that it scared him. He is so much obsessed about removing it that his wife finally obliges to it. Aylmer is determined to make her already beautiful wife into a ...

I was a Secotan living in the depths of Roanoke back in the day. Life, back then, used to be less complicated. My father used to farm for the family, in which he got to take home a variety of crops which we can live on as long we can suit the seasonal changes. There were times when he brought home meat when he goes out hunting with our neighbors. Those were perhaps some of the most endearing moments I ever had in my early life – simple, quiet and peaceful. Changes – neither which I knew I cannot control nor anyone of ...

This research paper addresses the following issues regarding capital punishment: Are convicted defendants easily convicted and sent to death row because they cannot afford high dollar lawyers? Is there a moral difference when the state kills as opposed to an individual? Should punishment be based on "eye for an eye" edict or the one that says to "turn the other cheek"?

For the purposes of this paper, research is focused mainly on the United States.

Research Regarding the first issue, Amnesty International quoted U.S. Supreme Court Justice Harry A. Blackmun, who in February 1994 stated that “the death penalty remains fraught with arbitrariness, discrimination, caprice, and mistake”. The quotation preceded an article ...

A promise unfulfilled or a heart left unbroken? This was the dilemma that faced Alex Mace as he stood in the rain, contemplating his next move. Across the busy street stood Mia, the love of his life. Alex wondered how and when his simple life had gotten so complicated. Was it the day he realized that he was in love with Mia? Was his hatred for her father the cause of his predicament? Or was it the promise he had made to his own father not so long ago – an oath of vengeance.

Alex went back to the time when ...

Abstract

In a research of the UNIX maintenance and troubleshoot, this study will examine the preservation and performance improvement of Macintosh operating system X. There is also more contrasting information regarding the regular maintenance of operating system X and it is only fair that a thorough research on the matter be carried out in order to determine the correct information regarding this subject and at the same time dispel the wrong information in a bid to avoid confusion among the UNIX users. A routine maintenance of the Macintosh is important in order to make it work faster and efficiently (Hancock, 2004).

Participation

Solicitation of ...

Given the full title of this novel: The Posthumous Papers of the Pickwick Club, the reader is lured into making an assumption that the novel will consist solely of a collection of letters, notes, postcards, diaries and meeting minutes but in reality, the novel is initially more preoccupied by the character of Boz trying to organise the papers before the narrative eventually gives way to an omniscient third-person narrator who forgets about the papers and prefers, instead, to focus on the current events. This is Dickens’ first novel and given the complexities of its narrative, it is possible to view ...

The American Museum of Natural History houses thousands of species. A trip to the Hall of Human Origins will provide one with ample knowledge about the evolution of mankind. The hall informs us on what the term human really means. This section of the museum contains human growth account arranged chronologically from ancient times to modern times. There are human bones, skulls and tools that fully clarify that present man did not come out of nowhere but developed slowly from simple life forms to complex life forms. The tools and paintings are a good example of work of art done ...

Hawthorne’s “The Birthmark” explores a variety of themes. The tone of this short story is dark yet subtle, and the writer’s choice of language is intelligent in emphasizing this subtlety. The two main characters, a newly married couple, are introduced, and immediately Hawthorne establishes a sense of their relationship. In his story, “The Birthmark,” Hawthorne explores a troubling narrative and a theme which is largely rooted in feminism.

There have been many stories exploring themes involving men who wish to leave their mark on women, either physically, mentally, or sexually. However, “The Birthmark,” is concerned with a man who wants to remove a part ...