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The Day Before the Sirens
This morning the sun rose without checking the news. It spilled gold over rooftops, touched the river into brightness, pretended nothing was gathering.
By Lori A. A.4 days ago in Poets
The Importance of Proper Lead Qualification in CRM Workflows
Most teams think the CRM is the finish line. They invest in software, map out pipelines, automate emails, and celebrate once the dashboard lights up with inbound activity. But the real leverage in a CRM system is not the automation. It is what happens immediately after a lead enters the system.
By Felice Ellington4 days ago in FYI
Growing Herbs in Pots: A Fresh Kitchen Supply Just Outside Your Door. AI-Generated.
There is no greater small luxury than stepping outside your door, scissors in hand, and snipping fresh herbs for dinner. The aromatic burst of basil torn over pasta, the bright zing of lemon thyme in tea, the peppery bite of arugula flowers on a salad—these are pleasures that no dried supermarket substitute can replicate.
By Emma Wallace4 days ago in Earth
The Quiet Panic of A 20 Something Year Old
A common thought that has run through my mind this past year. Scrolling through social media, I have come across numerous people around my age who are unfortunately feeling the same burden as me.
By Nozomi4 days ago in Journal
The First Phone Protocol: A 30-Day Digital Onboarding Plan Using Safety Features. AI-Generated.
A first smartphone is a learner's permit, not a driver's license. Treat it that way. After eight years evaluating digital safety systems, I've seen one truth consistently: successful first phones are phased onboarding, not all-access passes. Here is exactly how to do it.
By Olivia Martinez4 days ago in 01
Top 10 poetry
1. The Unwritten Your story isn't over, the book isn't done, You’ve only just finished Chapter One. Pick up the pen, don't let it fall,
By Abu Obaida4 days ago in Poets
the berserker's tale - part I. Top Story - February 2026.
The water cascaded noisily over the stones in the riverbed and though the spring floods came early it was still not deep enough to keep men and horses from fording. On any other morning the sound of it rushing would have carried over the lowing of the cattle in the surrounding meadows. But the waters ran red with blood, the groans and cries of the wounded drowning out both the gurgling river and the neighboring livestock.
By John Cox4 days ago in Chapters
The True Colours of the USA
Black boots crush brown necks, Red rage and blue bunny ears, Dirt smothered grey snow.
By Angel Whelan4 days ago in Poets
One Last Goodbye
One last goodbye to send you on your way The very last thing I have to say Though I know this is not the end, my friend What lies ahead will have to bend
By Sarah Danaher4 days ago in Poets
Fay Momo Recognized for Advancing Collective Ownership, Women’s Empowerment, and Community Leadership
By Kendra Hall NEW JERSEY — Entrepreneurship and community development continue intersecting in new ways as leaders combine business ownership with social impact. Across industries, professionals are building platforms that address economic stability, emotional wellness, and long term generational growth.
By Kendra Hall4 days ago in Interview
Tortillas
Grandma stands at the stove, hands pressing warm dough into perfectly imperfect circles. No rolling pin—just hands,
By Tina D. Lopez4 days ago in Poets
i’m tired of words
i’m tired of words the way some look back at me shooting stars fire back
By Gerry Thibeault4 days ago in Poets