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Friend or (Another lesson)
To my childhood friends who were just lessons I learnt ------------------------------------------------------------------------------
By Karun a day ago in Poets
Love Is Loss, Is Searching, and Above All, Courage
“Love is loss, is searching, and is a kind of courage.” This line is like a gentle key, unlocking the softest core of the film Letters to Juliet. With no melodramatic conflicts, no agonizingly painful love, it paints its story in the sunlight of Verona, Italy, woven together by letters written to Juliet — a tender tale of waiting, regret, pursuit, and the bravery to love.
By lnle khkla day ago in Beat
In Defense, I Rose
How do I rise from the mire and muck that I freely entered Innocently, naively Step 1: Change locks Step 2: Move the money
By Andrea Corwin a day ago in Fiction
Year 1827 Fun Facts, Trivia, and Historical Events
This quick read presents a collection of fun facts, trivia, and historical events from the year 1827. Discover the year’s top news stories, most influential people, historic firsts, retail prices, and much more.
By Gregory DeVictora day ago in History
Receipts
I try to separate my work life from my home life. Teacher, from father. And husband. Lesson plans and summative assessments,
By SUEDE the poeta day ago in Motivation
Cold medications with the ingredient Doxylamine succinate can be dangerous for seniors
Last Sunday, I took a Kroger-brand nighttime cold medication similar to Niquil, something I have done for the past 30 years without a problem. I was not familiar with the antihistamine Doxylamine succinate, which is the ingredient in the sleep aid Unisom.
By Cheryl E Prestona day ago in FYI
Scorpio Woman & Aries Man Compatibility Score. AI-Generated.
The pairing between a Scorpio woman and an Aries man is anything but dull. This relationship is intense, magnetic, and often filled with emotional highs and passionate exchanges. While their differences can create friction, they also form the foundation of a deeply transformative bond. When handled with maturity, this duo can build a powerful and lasting connection.
By Inspire and Funa day ago in Humans
⚠️ Battle Over Hormuz: Iran-US Air Clash
⚠️ Battle Over Hormuz: Iran-US Air Clash Tensions between Iran and the United States have entered a dangerous and unpredictable phase following reports of an intense aerial confrontation over the Strait of Hormuz. Military analysts and global observers are closely watching the developments as claims of fighter jets being shot down, missile launches, and threats to regional infrastructure increase fears of a broader Middle East conflict. The situation is rapidly evolving, and each new development appears to raise the stakes further.
By Wings of Time a day ago in History
Later Never Came. Content Warning.
I didn’t know a moment could split a life in two. One second, he was my father— here, breathing, existing in the ordinary—
By Ruth Da day ago in Confessions
Villainess Review: Aubrey Hoffman (9-1-1: Nashville)
I absolutely, positively love 9-1-1: Nashville! I loved it from the moment I saw the first promo for this months ago. The hockey fan in me can't help bu love that Nashville is the setting; yes, the original show is in an NHL city as well, but Nashville is a Central Division city. I love the cast immensely; still hard to believe that Chris O'Donnell's first appearance as Robin in Batman Forever was over 30 years ago. Of course, Jessica Capshaw, LeAnn Rimes, Kimberly Williams-Paisley, oh yeah, a hat trick of awesome actresses.
By Clyde E. Dawkinsa day ago in Geeks
Assorted Dream Journal #2
This is a collection of more dreams I actually remember! They are, once again, not related to each other (although one is related to a dream from a past journal, though you don’t need to read that one to understand this piece)! I have, once again, masked identifying details for privacy’s sake!
By Snarky Lisaa day ago in Humans
Whispers
I used to love the top of the mountain on nights like this. Back when things were normal, back before all of this. Clear and calm. Stars, burning brightly in the night sky. An infinite, peaceful silence. It’s not that the stars are gone. I can see them, hanging in the cosmos, from my spot on the top of the tower. And it’s even still silent, broken only by the occasional squeak of my feet on the catwalk. It’s everything else that changed.
By Ruth Ka day ago in Horror