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Summary

The web content reflects on the personal and emotional significance of December through a poetic narrative, acknowledging the impact of a global prompt by Blue Insights.

Abstract

The website presents a cultural prompt titled "WHAT DOES DECEMBER MEAN TO YOU?" which is explored through a poetic piece that captures the essence of December, a month often associated with love, reflection, and the end of the year. The poem describes the intimate experience of sharing an umbrella during a December downpour, symbolizing the desire for closeness and warmth amidst the sadness that the season can bring. It touches on the unique frenzy of December, with its holidays and the potential for both joy and melancholy. The author, Joanna Vang, expresses gratitude to Øivind H. Solheim and the Blue Insights team for inspiring the reflection on what December means to her, particularly noting the difference in this year's December experience. The website also includes a link to a related article on traditional December celebrations around the world.

Opinions

  • December is seen as a time for intimacy and reflection, as suggested by the imagery of sharing an umbrella.
  • The author feels a mix of emotions during December, including sadness and the search for humor in simple things.
  • The poem suggests that December can be both challenging and amusing, highlighting the complexity of emotions during this month.
  • The acknowledgment of the Blue Insights prompt indicates the author's appreciation for community and shared cultural experiences.
  • The inclusion of a link to an article on global December celebrations implies a recognition of the diverse ways in which the month is observed worldwide.

CULTURAL PROMPT- “WHAT DOES DECEMBER MEAN TO YOU?”

Around the Turn of the Year

Raining Love

Kilkenny Christmas rain by Janet O’Carroll on fineartamerica

Around the turn of the year we fit perfectly under my umbrella crafted of twelve recycled plastic slices containers of different colors

let’s squeeze together to its dark side honey, it’s December now and the downpour doesn’t stop my heart is sad after all and the taxi cab is waiting

even for the briefest moment keep me warm with your breath and leave me strong without missing a beat it’s funny and tough

discovered it in writing under your fingerprints December makes me frenzy running into potholes find hilarity in the barest holidays

Joanna Vang 2020

Many thanks to Øivind H. Solheim and the Blue Insights team for the prompt: What December means to me a somewhat different December this year.

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