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For Boo
It had been a restless sleep the night prior, the same it had been for weeks. The silence that swallowed the bedroom had been far too loud, the sheets far too heavy, the air far too thick, and everything just felt far too wrong. Sleep had failed to settle into her bones that night, and it had led her into a foot dragging day.
By Connie11 days ago in Fiction
Super Bowl Rematch - Patriots v Seahawks
So, the Super Bowl rematch is here. Do you remember the last time these two teams matched up? Hence, it was 11 years ago, and the Patriots came out on top.
By Lynne Black11 days ago in Cleats
The Experiment They Tried to Bury
Science is often imagined as clean, neutral, and unstoppable—a steady march toward truth guided by logic and evidence. But history tells a messier story. Some experiments didn’t fail because they were wrong. They failed because they were dangerous to the wrong people. Dangerous to authority. Dangerous to profit. Dangerous to comfort.
By Aiman Shahid11 days ago in Confessions
Lightning Changes
I am hungry for the Coppery taste of Bad decisions And groundwater. Hungry for the days When I danced With dragonflies,
By Silver Daux11 days ago in Poets
Close the Gate!
Come on in! Love to have you here, truly. Of course, your presence is impossible without first creating a path. All I ask is that you simply
By Annie Valenti11 days ago in Poets
*2* How to save even on a low income
Most folks realize saving must happen, yet quickly hit a wall. What then? The paycheck vanishes before the month ends. That gap brings doubt. Not laziness, just math. People voice it often. Felt it too. Tight budgets make saving seem pointless. You’re pulled in every direction, then asked to reach further. Yet this moment demands a new way forward.
By Luciman11 days ago in Education
Published: Finally
Hi everyone! You may remember that I was STOKED about finally finishing my novel (I want to say my first novel, but really I have a myriad of unfinished novels). This will be my first very long FINISHED work! While I was excited to work with agents, unfortunately, that was not the roadmap for this novel, which in some ways I am grateful for and in others I am sad. Regardless, we press forward and never allow ourselves too long to mope. I have the ebook available and would LOVE if you considered buying it and rating it when you finish! I had to use a pen name due to the nature of my work!
By Jazzy 11 days ago in Motivation
J A N U A R Y
Trudging through snow, I paused to bask in the warmth of sunlit bricks. Although cold to the touch, their radiance heated the
By Kale Sinclair11 days ago in Poets
BA Stock Analysis: Boeing Company Performance and Market Outlook. AI-Generated.
BA Stock Analysis: Boeing Company Performance and Market Outlook BA stock, representing the Boeing Company, is one of the most closely watched aviation and aerospace stocks on the market. Boeing, a leading global manufacturer of commercial airplanes, defense systems, and space technology, plays a significant role in the airline and aerospace industries. Investors and analysts regularly track BA stock due to its impact on global trade, airline fleets, and technological innovation.
By Saad 11 days ago in Journal
When Romance Feels Like Work Instead Of Emotional Comfort
Romance is usually a factor of tenderness, refuge and emotional sustenance but over time to most couples it begins to change into what they consider burdensome and demanding. Too much work and money, family pressures, and continuous electronic clatter are a drain on emotional strength before even spouses can be close to each other. Couples are not interested in expressing feelings, instead, they pay attention to schedules, tasks, and solution-finding. Discussions become functional and not personal, and love is like some other activity to fulfill. With time, love cannot be soft any longer but something that should be preserved not experienced. What used to provide emotional support has become the emotional workload and individuals are exhausted, rather than being helped. This transformation is too subtle, and the effect of the change is profound and felt in day-to-day interactions.
By Emeri Adames11 days ago in Filthy
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle is a Worthy Addition to the Franchise
I never thought we would ever get a great Indiana Jones story again. After the last two films didn't do so hot with fans, I thought that would be it for the franchise entirely. Then I was shocked to learn about a new story being added to the franchise, a videogame that features Troy Baker as Indiana Jones. I had some doubts about Troy Baker playing such an iconic character, but I found myself impressed with how well he was able to pull of Harrison Ford's voice.
By Emy Quinn11 days ago in Gamers
How Long Electric Car Batteries Last in Everyday Use
Electric vehicles continue to gain attention worldwide, but battery lifespan remains one of the most common concerns for people considering an EV. Unlike petrol or diesel cars, electric vehicles rely entirely on stored electrical energy, making the battery the most critical and expensive component. Understanding how long these batteries last helps buyers evaluate long-term costs, ownership expectations, and whether an electric vehicle fits their lifestyle.
By Austin Peck11 days ago in Wheel