This is a picture of me speaking at the Messages, Sages, and Ages Conference at the University of Stephan Cel Mare. I was one of two keynote speakers for the conference. It was a wonderful experience although I felt a bit out of my element. Most of the participants were PhD professors in literary studies with topics such as "The Space-Time Paradigm in British Literature", and "The Duality of Reality and Imagination in British and American Post-Modernist Fiction." The title of my speech was, "Bumping My Head; Navigating Through Cross-Cutural Doorways." I am not sure if the content was Modernist, Post-Modernist, or Post-Post-Modernist. Whatever it was, those in attendance will now have strategies for keeping their balance while using a Japanese "squatty-potty". Don't let the serious look on my face fool you. The picture was snapped after the conclusion of my talk. I tried to pose like I was saying something profound. Sadly it looks more like I need to make a quick exit for that aforementioned squatty-potty.
2 comments:
Great post Jeff. And I love the fall pictures---really beautiful!!!! I know that the attendees enjoyed your keynote talk and your creative way of presenting and connecting with your audience :) lots of love and prayers going your way :)
I remember something about crossing yourself, right to left. I think it's Greek Catholic or an Orthodox tradition. Nice pictures.
Dad
Post a Comment