I'm in a glass case of emotion!

Today you all got a chance to discuss either the Akbar+Elizabeth article or the Louis XIV+Kangxi article. We heard some really interesting things during your discussions today...keep in mind this idea of an absolute ruler and the various methods these rulers used to increase and keep rule over their respective empires.  For homework, you FINALLY have the chance to open your Humanities textbook for a short reading due tomorrow. Sophomores, it's time to say hello to an old friend, and freshmen, you get to meet your new best friend (or worst enemy...I'm just being optimistic). Make sure and have that ready to go for tomorrow!

Tomorrow is Open House from 6:20 to 8:00. This is a great opportunity for your parents to meet our lovely, smiling faces and ask any questions they may have about the class this year! We would love to meet them!

Pause for an important video. TIGER CUBS. Props to Garafola for finding this cuteness.

Anyways, we know it's only Tuesday, but you're probably already thinking about the weekend...so check out the Fall Block Party in the Dallas Arts District this Friday. The various museums in the Arts District are open late and have special activities, in addition to being FREE. Yes, $0. Errbody loves a free Humanities experience. Plus, the Nasher is showing the classic 90's film Empire Records. Viewing the movie doesn't count as a Humanities Experience, but knowing it makes you awesome. So hit up a museum and then catch the movie or grab some food from the food trucks across the street.

Also, THANK YOU everyone for being so sweet and kind today with your birthday wishes. You all made me feel like this...