Jalousie window Jalousie window A jalousie window (, ) or louvre window (Australia, New Zealand, Pacific Islands, Southeast Asia, United Kingdom) is a window composed of parallel glass, acrylic, or wooden louvres set in a frame. The louvres are joined onto a track so that they may be tilted open and shut in unison to control airflow, usually by turning a crank. Jalousie is the French word for jealousy. It originated in 18th century France from the Italian word "geloso", which means jealous, or screen, as in to screen something from view. Supposedly because of their slatted louvres, jalousie windows protect the
What Are Words What Are Words "What Are Words" is a hit song written by Rodney Jerkins, Andre Lindal and Lauren Christy, and performed by American singer Chris Medina. It was released on February 25, 2011, the day after his surprising elimination on the reality TV show American Idol. The song is a tribute to his fiancée who suffered a brain injury as the result of a car wreck and is about promises, commitment and keeping your word. The music video was shot at Atlantis studios in Hollywood and was released days after the single. The video depicts Medina in the actual recording