Monthly Archives: September 2012

Sumi Jo: My Korean Alter Ego

Posted on September 28, 2012 by emmasrandomthoughts

When I spent a year teaching English in Korea, all of my students had English names.  A Korean student is given an English name by the teacher on the student’s first day of English class, and he often keeps it … Continue reading →

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Aly Raisman and the myth of artistic gymnastics part 2

Posted on September 24, 2012 by emmasrandomthoughts

So, I’ve already talked about how artistry and beauty are not synonymous.  So, what is artistry? Now is the point of the article where I cop out.  I’m not going to give a definition of artistry.  However, I am going … Continue reading →

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Andy Murray: US Open Champ!

Posted on September 13, 2012 by emmasrandomthoughts

Better late than never. 9 months ago, when I heard that Andy Murray had hired Ivan Lendl as his coach, I thought, “He’ll probably fire him in six months, just like the others.” I was wrong.  Again.  Which is fine.  … Continue reading →

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Aly Raisman and the myth of artistic gymnastics part 1

Posted on September 5, 2012 by emmasrandomthoughts

A month ago(!) the Olympics ended, hard to believe.  However, I have been thinking about this issue since then, and I think I am finally ready to write about it. When Aly Raisman won the Gold Medal for floor, many … Continue reading →

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