Our dearest boss brought an aquarium last week. Most probably her husband needed some respite and decide on the purchase. This morning though she was sad and gloomy (more than usual that is) because the all the fish died of the white spot disease. According to an aquarium enthusiast this disease is caused by sever stress and tension. This is hilarious because I can really identify with what the fish were undergoing.

Today we saw a documentary about the Independence Day celebrations in Cotabambas, Peru. The feature was about the main celebration were a condor (vulture) is captured and treated for the occasion by 'dressing' it and singing to its highness. On Independence Day a bull fight featuring the condor tied to the bull is held at an arena purposely built each year for the occasion. This fight is obviously very bloody with the condor generally triumphing against the four legged beast. The ritual represents the independence of the Incas over the Spaniards. From the feature I doubt that the condor really cares about all this after all the torture inflicted. Nonetheless the people respect and revere the condor, which is released in great fashion after the celebrations are over.

Word: curfew

Meaning:

1. A regulation requiring certain or all people to leave the streets or be at home at a prescribed hour.
2. The time at which such a restriction begins or is in effect: a 10 P.M. curfew for all residents.
3. The signal, such as a bell, announcing the beginning of this restriction.

Usage: Our curfew has expired (refereeing to the time allotted to our break)

Comments: A really appropriate word for the situation, at a meeting with higher management.