I apologize for the late notice, but class is canceled for Friday. I've been having trouble with something called atrial flutter/fibrillation that makes my heart go wonky. Last week I had a procedure to address it, but the problem cropped up today and I have to go in to have it checked. Supposedly last week's procedure was something of a cure, but not so. It's not life threatening, but it's a pain. Sorry for the inconvenience.

Begin thinking about what you want to look into for your first writing assignment. Also, while looking at the writing assignment, start reading Richard II. This is the only history play we will read. In many ways, it parallels the situation Elizabeth had with her cousin, Mary Queen of Scots. When it was performed, having been "sneaked" by the censors, Elizabeth has been reported to have said "But I am Richard!" meaning she clearly saw herself and her situation mirrored in the story of Richard. I'll post a formal journal, or an announcement that there won't be a journal, later today. See you on Monday.