Salvete omnes!
Today we all went to the park for
“Ludi Apollinares.” The “Ludi Apollinares,” or “Games of Apollo,” consisted of
9 events: short run, long run, discus, javelin, Atalanta sprint race, barbarian
head relay, chariot race, long jump, declamation, and the pentathlon, which
included participating in 5 of the 9 different events. The overall class winner
was the Socii! Afterwards, some went to play practice in the outdoor theater,
while others played Quidditch. For the rest of the afternoon we were able to
enjoy the sunshine and play in the park. Finally, after a long but exciting
day, we returned for a “Cena Latina.” After dinner, we all watched the Coen
brothers film O Brother, Where Art Thou?
The movie drew direct parallels to Homer’s Odyssey,
such as the journey to the Underworld, the Lotus Eaters, and even the names of
the characters. We ended the day with Epistulae. We charge on for more
fun-filled days!
