To grow and know what one is growing towards--that is the source of all strength and confidence in life. --James Baillie

Vocab
slovenly (adj.) untidy, dirty, careless
Her room was in a slovenly state, and it took her an entire Saturday to clean it.

Literary Term
ODE A lyric poem, usually long, on a serious subject and written in dignified language. In ancient Greece and Rome, odes were written to be read in public at ceremonial occasions. In modern literature, odes tend to be more private, informal, and reflective.

Usage

than, then Than is a conjunction used in comparisons. Then is an adverb meaning “at that time” or “next.”

EXAMPLES

Tyrone is more studious than I am.

First, mix the wet ingredients; then, add the flour and other dry ingredients.