I started reading comics when I was six years old. My older brother gave me my first comic book, which was science fiction, but as a little kid, very little of it made any sense to me. I couldn’t understand all those tough concepts, the dialogues were too complicated, and all those black and white drawings seemed too serious. So, my first impression of comic books was unfavorable.

I did not want to read those difficult and boring comics, but my brother and all our friends were comic book fanatics. Also, during the socialist period in Yugoslavia, comics were trendy, and were a favorite reading material among all ages. Most people thought comic books were relaxing, funny, and interesting. After a couple of years, I began to really enjoy reading comics.

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People bought comics because they were cheap and, most importantly, they were very brief, not more than a hundred pages of drawings, dialogs, and action. You could read them in less than an hour on the bus, on the train, at home, at school – below the desk when the teacher got boring – or in the toilet during a break, and so on. Comics were the best for passing time, but also to escape from reality, especially for the older people who were stressed at work, or the juveniles who were bored, as I was. So during that time I became addicted to collecting comic books, and I started to ask my parents for more and more money to buy comics. My parents were not happy about it because they were preoccupied with surviving in a despair that came to my hometown, Zadar, after Tito passed away. The time was severe and we kids were aware of it, but we did not let it get to us, we had fun.

Tex Willer-The head of the Navajos, known as „Eagle of the Night,”

In the early nineties the war started. The war made our national mood even more depressing, and the war forced us all into claustrophobic bunkers. We children were allowed to go out only when the city siren gave us the signal that it was safe. The siren was usually awful for us because it warned us to go as quickly as possible back into our dark bunkers; in the bunker all we had was a candle, a blanket and some comic books. This was a golden period for the comics industry because children did not get to play nearly as much on the playgrounds and the new circumstances of being stuck in a boring bunker caused the demand for comics to sharply increase; all those children who had previously ignored comics were now becoming obsessed with them.

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Reading comics in the bunker was very pleasant because we did not have school and I was safe and secure with my mom, sister, and my brother- with whom I fought occasionally; he was already a teenager and I was still a kid. My mother did not want to see us fighting all the time, especially in front of everyone in the shelter. She sent me to another room with my sister while my brother would go with boys. I was disappointed and jealous, but at the same time it was more peaceful. I read one comic over and over again just to forget the fight and my brother’s provocations and mockery. That was the only time when my mother approved of my comic books. Generally she did not like my reading because I ignored books and school. Even though we did not have school classes, we were supposed to read our school books, which were thicker, more complex and much more boring than comics.

Zagor, or „Za-Gor Te-Nay” whose fictional meaning is „The Spirit with the Hatchet”

I improved my passion for comics with drawing the main hero, Zagor, or „Za-Gor Te-Nay” whose fictional meaning is „The Spirit with the Hatchet”, as the Indians in the comics used to call him. People liked Zagor because he was strong, sharp, and impossible to deceive. However, his character also represented modesty and courage. This had an affect on my behavior. I started ignoring my brother’s provocations, and I understood that my fights with him were ignoble, not worth it. I became apprehensive and more curious. I started to act like Zagor. I believed in Zagor, he was my idol and my only story. One day, my mother made me a Zagor suit for a masquerade, and I literally became him for some time.

However, this surreal dream did not last long because I became older and, most importantly, my country became free and independent. The war finished and my father came home, exhausted and tired. Also that awful siren did not disturb the city anymore, and bunker time was over. I started to play free, I started to study more and school became my number one priority; my mother was very happy about it, and so was I. My perception also changed. I grew older and Zagor became boring and unattractive to read. It was a story for kids, it wasn’t real, like a silly fairy tale. I stopped buying comic books. I left them, I abandoned them, and I did not want to see them anymore.

I became a teenager and times changed. Comics were no longer cool or trendy, and new forms of entertainment appeared, like Sega or Nintendo video games. I was not Zagor anymore, I forgot him completely – until recently, during a school break, when my family moved into a new house. During the move, I found my comics in an old closet. They were hidden for more than ten years; seven hundred different comics all in perfect shape, like new, but with a lot of dust all over them. During my reordering and cleaning, I discovered Zagor, the man who maintained peace between Indians and cowboys, but also peace in me, because Zagor helped me think positively, or occasionally not to think about anything but him, which helped me through very tough times, even in a war for independence, where bombs exploded and people died. Zagor showed me what is good and what is bad. All through those episodes he showed me, in his own experiences, how life and people can be unfair. The only way was to never give up, as he never gave up. Zagor was my first and my only idol; he influenced and persuaded me to read more. It helped me to improve my capability of thinking and mostly, Zagor helped me to see the bigger picture. I may have considered him a fairy tale for a short time during my teenage years, but I now see that Zagor the Pathfinder was my guide to the real world, he helped me find my way down my own paths in life, and continues to do so…

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Attending events is fun to do. People of all ages like to go to things like this, and there are so many available. It is just a matter of finding ones that interest you and your family or friends. Attending shows is fun to plan for. In most cases, you are required to purchase tickets ahead of time. These tickets will secure your seats, and they will make sure that when you get there, you will see the show. This is fun to do with a spouse, friend or group of friends. A lot of people will purchase tickets for an upcoming anniversary. These make great gifts for husbands or wives. This is also a great idea for gifts for your parents or friends. If you don’t know what to buy your mom and dad for Christmas, purchase a couple of tickets for a show that they would like.

There are many different types of events that you can attend. A lot of these are held within a theatre. A theatre is commonly a place that has been around for many years. It contains a large stage and a lot of seats. Many of these have balconies, so that you can see the show from a higher angle. If you find a theatre near you, look up the upcoming festivities. You may be surprised to learn how many different events are held at a place like this.

One common type is a play. A play or musical is where a group of actors perform a story to you live. They are up on the stage dancing, singing and acting. There are many different plays, some of these are very old and popular, and others are newer and not nearly as popular. These are great for adults and children. A lot of them will be geared for children, and they are extremely fun to attend. You may also be able to see musical performances. A lot of these places offer live bands of all genres of music. If you like classical music, buy tickets for a symphony. If you like rock music, watch for the upcoming shows that offer this style. There are many different types of events, and there is always something for everyone. Some of these are offered for only one night. This is usually true for musical numbers. Plays are often held for several nights or even for several weeks.

You must keep in mind that tickets for most events sell quickly. If you find something that interests you, buy the tickets right away. If you don’t, you will most likely miss out on something that you may have really enjoyed. If you are looking for a great group activity, attend one of these things as a group. When you see something coming up soon, talk to your friends and family and take a ticket order for everyone. This will be great because you will all be able to sit together at the show.

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Wielu deklaruje, że odnalazło swoją miłość dopiero poprzez ogłoszenia randkowe. W tej chwili, w większości ogłoszenia randkowe przeszły do środowiska internetowego. To tam są wyjątkowe witryny, zwane inaczej serwisami randkowymi, na których zdołamy podając nasze informacje i wypełniając kolumny dotyczące hobby, wynaleźć partnera, który będzie nam odpowiadał pod różnorodnymi względami.

Tradycyjne ogłoszenia matrymonialne, jakie nadal do niedawna mogliśmy wyszukać w modnych gazetach także dziennikach, idą już z wolna do lamusa. Ogłoszenia internetowe umożliwiają bowiem więcej możliwości. Pozwalają nie tylko poczytać więcej na temat określonej osoby ale też po oglądać jej foty. Istnieją jednakże sceptycy, jacy stwierdzają że przez ogłoszenia randkowe nie da się odkryć swojej drugiej połowy, tej jedynej. Mówią, iż ludzie w Internecie nierzadko podają się za innych niż są w rzeczywistości.

Opublikowanie ciekawej fotki, odpowiednio podrasowanej na photooshopie również nie stwarza jakiegokolwiek dylematu. Tymczasem sympatycy twierdzą, iż sieciowi poszukiwacze miłości nie zmyślają bo prawda i tak prędzej czy później wyjdzie na jaw. Kluczowy jest jakkolwiek rozsądek.

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Nabycie nieruchomości w każdym większym mieście w kraju to niemały wydatek dla przeciętnego człowieka, jednak nie dla tych osób, które mogą się pochwalić znacznymi środkami na koncie. Analizując oferty na wielu serwisach internetowych dedykowanym osobom zainteresowanym sprzedażą czy zakupem nieruchomości bez jakichkolwiek problemów znaleźć można przynajmniej kilka ofert przeznaczonych dla najbogatszych. Ponadto od kilku już lat na rynku funkcjonują biura nieruchomości, które, zajmują się jedynie sprzedażą nieruchomości z najwyższej półki cenowej. Read More »

Jhumpa Lahiri won the Pulitzer Prize and received literary fame for her series of short stories. There are several symbols in one of her short stories, Interpreter of Maladies. The major symbols are: the strawberry necklace around Mrs. Das’ neck, which rested between her breasts, the naked intimate statutes at the temple which she admired, and the paper with Mr. Kapasi’s address, which blew out of her pocket book and into the wind.

The short story, Interpreters of Maladies, focuses on an Indian-American couple, Mr. and Mrs. Das, who are on vacation in India with their three children. They are chauffeured by an Indian taxi driver who developed an immediate affection for Mrs. Das. His imagination focused on comparing Mrs. Das with his wife in a sensual manner.

The strawberry necklace around Mrs. Das’s neck, which rested between her breasts serves as a symbol of her sensuousness. Mr. Kapasi’s infatuation for Mrs. Das started at this point. He found her irresistible. The strawberry resting between her breasts on the tightly fitted undershirt styled blouse, reminded Mr. Kapasi of the ripeness of her breasts as a symbol of her femininity. He watched her through the rear view mirror. This allowed him to daydream of an irresistible relationship with Mrs. Das, one he never had with his wife.

The naked statutes at the Sun Temple were symbols of intimacy to Mr. Kapasi and Mrs. Das. Mr. Kapasi watched her reactions to the naked statutes and their love making positions. He was pleased that she stopped every three or four paces and stared at the carved lovers and topless females. He also gazed at the topless figures as his mind wandered on Mrs. Das with intensity while he subsequently gazed with affection upon her profile. This led to his continued daydreaming about her. He saw her in a more sexually appealing way than his wife.

The slip of scrap paper with Mr. Kapasi’s name and address which was in Mrs. Das’s pocketbook signified a connection between them. He even daydreamed about having future contacts with her. However, when she revealed to him her secret of infidelity regarding her son Bobby’s birth, it changed their relationship from positive to negative. She was not pleased by his reaction, walked away, and went in search of her husband and children. When they re-entered the taxi, the paper with the address blew out of Mrs. Das’s pocketbook and into the wind. The only person who noticed the paper as it blew away was Mr. Kapasi. This served as a symbol of loss infatuation to Mr. Kapasi. The event signified the ending of their relationship.

This short story by Jhumpa is authentic, original, and enjoyable to read. I like this story because it is closely related to reality. It touched on events that could possibly occur on a daily basis between individuals in various settings. The symbols in the story provided enrichment to the text and enhanced its interpretation. It is a great story which should be read by individuals interested in understanding various cultural myths and symbolism.

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