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I Cut My Finger With a ‘Chainsaw’
"I Cut My Finger With a Chainsaw" I should’ve known better. But knowing better never stopped me from doing dumb things. It started as a lazy Saturday. My dad had left his old chainsaw in the garage, and I’d always wanted to feel the power of it in my own hands. I wasn’t planning to do anything reckless. Just a few small logs. Just to see what it felt like. Just to test myself.
By waseem khan6 months ago in Confessions
10 Practical Ways to Reduce Electricity Consumption of Your Evaporative Cooler. AI-Generated.
Evaporative coolers, also known as swamp coolers, are an energy-efficient alternative to traditional air conditioners, especially in hot and dry climates. However, their electricity consumption can still add up, particularly during peak summer months. By implementing a few smart strategies, you can significantly reduce the energy usage of your evaporative cooler without sacrificing comfort. In this article, we’ll explore 10 practical ways to optimize your cooler’s performance and lower your electricity bills.
By handy maneshon6 months ago in Confessions
We Don’t Talk Anymore, But I Still Know Her Birthday by Heart
It’s strange how the mind holds on to things even when the heart is trying to let go. I haven’t spoken to her in over two years. No texts. No calls. Not even a passive-aggressive like on a social media post. She’s just… gone. A ghost in my story. But every July 14th, without fail, my brain sends a silent reminder: It’s her birthday today.
By Azmat Roman ✨6 months ago in Confessions
I Carried Everyone Until I Couldn’t Anymore
They came to me when they fell apart. Friends, family, coworkers—even strangers who barely knew me beyond surface-level pleasantries. Somehow, I’d become a magnet for other people’s pain, the go-to person when things got messy. I never asked for the role, but I never rejected it either. Saying “yes” to others felt like proof that I mattered. It gave me purpose. And besides, strong people didn’t need help, right?
By Nadeem Shah 6 months ago in Confessions
The Most Embarrassing Thing I Ever Did (And What It Taught Me)
I’ve done plenty of embarrassing things in my life, but there’s one moment that still makes my face burn every time I remember it. It happened a few years ago when I started my first office job. I was young, nervous, and desperate to make a good impression. I dressed carefully every day, showed up early, and tried to be extra polite to everyone.
By kostas p6 months ago in Confessions
Peer Support for Divorced Moms and Teen Girls
Divorce can feel like a quiet kind of loneliness, especially for mothers and their teenage daughters, both trying to cope with losses that change everything. For mothers, the marriage’s end can mean sudden solitude, bills that don’t add up, and the nagging belief that they didn’t hold it together. Daughters usually face a more internal storm: disappointment, sudden anger, and the painful sense that someone stepped out of the picture. While the feelings come from the same breakup, they land on different parts of daily life and can feel equally heavy. Finding circles of other moms and other teen girls lets both generations hear their own experience echoed back, so they know they aren’t the only ones carrying it.
By Stella Johnson Love6 months ago in Confessions
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You ever have one of those drives when the radio just clicks with your mindset? The other day, I’m on the road, and Sade’s “Smooth Operator” drifts through the speakers. That voice, that sweep of melody—it’s more than a vibe. It’s a story.
By Hope McKinney6 months ago in Confessions
"The Grocery Store Wi-Fi That Changed My Life: How I Started Earning Online with Nothing But a Phone"
I still remember the night it all started. It was a Thursday, and I was sitting outside a grocery store, stealing free Wi-Fi with my old, cracked smartphone. I had no job, no money, and no real plan. But I had one thing — desperation.
By Umar Farooq6 months ago in Confessions
I Accidentally Used Algospeak in a Job Interview—Here’s What Happened
I Accidentally Used Algospeak in a Job Interview—Here’s What Happened We all carry little pieces of the internet with us—memes, slang, trends, and yes, Algospeak. It’s the coded language we use online to dodge algorithm censorship. You’ve probably seen it: “unalive” instead of “dead,” “spicy eggplant” instead of adult content, or “segsy” instead of—well, you get it.
By Kevin6 months ago in Confessions
“The Letter I Never Sent My Father”
Dear Dad, It’s been five years since you left this world. The silence you left behind still speaks louder than anything you ever said. I’ve written you dozens of letters in my head, but I never sent a single one. I’m writing this now, not because I think you can read it, but because I need to. For me. For the parts of me that still carry your shadow.
By Moments & Memoirs6 months ago in Confessions
Do You Unintentionally Hurt Others?
Right now, I’ve just returned from a friend’s gathering. Sitting in my dedicated office chair, I light a stick of agarwood incense. The calming scent relaxes me as I gaze out the window at the island’s late twilight. My room is dimly lit — dull and sluggish, much like my current mood. I lean back in my chair, and waves of thoughts surge in like the tide.
By Cher Che6 months ago in Confessions
