Cheryl Tennant
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Cheryl is a bibliophile who occasionally blogs about her feelings. She would love to interact with you at @be_tween_z_pages
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BANKS ARE FAILING...
This week saw two of the largest bank failures in history. However, before discussing why, let's address a question: Why is Jim Cramer so good at being bad at his job? Just months before these banks collapsed, he dismissed them as "too boring" to discuss. Yet, these failures have caused widespread fear and concern, with the Dow ultimately losing 345 points. Signature Bank and SBB Financial are now in the spotlight, with many worrying about the safety of their deposits. Despite his flair for language, there is one thing Cramer isn't wrong about: Fear is in the air.
By Cheryl Tennant3 years ago in Interview
Is A Part of You Dead?
There's a French proverb that asks if the handle of a knife is replaced whenever it's worn out and the blade is replaced whenever it's beyond repair, well does the knife itself last forever or does the knife become a new knife? This question is not only relevant to knives but also to our bodies.
By Cheryl Tennant3 years ago in Psyche
The Human Body
Human beings are fascinating creatures. Our bodies are made up of billions of microscopic parts that work together in an organized manner to keep us alive and functioning. These parts are so intricate and complex that they have puzzled scientists for centuries. In this article, we will explore eight things that i am betting you did not know. The human body with its complex and enigmatic universe, replete with laws and mysteries that are yet to be fully understood. One such mystery is the purpose of the groove that runs between our nose and top lip, known as the philtrum. However, there are other vital parts of our bodies that often go unnoticed. For instance, the anatomical snuffbox, a small triangular pit located at the base of the thumb, it is a crucial site where the radial artery can be felt beating. Additionally, the big toe, with its unique shape, plays a crucial role in enabling humans to maintain balance in a standing position, setting us apart from other mammals.
By Cheryl Tennant3 years ago in Education
INSIDE YOUR HEART
The heart is a muscular organ about the size of a fist, located just behind and slightly left of the breastbone and is said to weigh no more than a can of soup and the size of a human fist. The heart pumps blood through the network of arteries and veins called the cardiovascular system. It is divided into four chambers: the right atrium, the right ventricle, the left atrium, and the left ventricle. The aorta are the upper chambers of the heart, while the ventricles are the lower chambers. The heart is surrounded by a sac called the pericardium, which contains a small amount of fluid to lubricate the heart's movement. To embark on a journey within the human body, we enter through the mouth of a sleeping individual named Jerry as he breathes in air. As we enter his lungs and move into the blood vessels, we observe their flexibility and ability to stretch and narrow. Eventually, we reach the heart, nestled between the lungs, and witness the movement of oxygen-rich blood as it flows throughout the body. At a calm pace, we observe Jerry's heartbeats until a surge of adrenaline is released, causing the heart to pump faster and push the blood out.the left ventricle. The exit from the heart is achieved through a large foot, specifically called the aorta. This marks the beginning of our journey away from the heart via the artery highway. Our purpose is to deliver oxygen supply to every organ, muscle tissue, and cell.
By Cheryl Tennant3 years ago in Education
