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Patterns During the current climate change or said with authenticity the present shift in world view I see my life has simply been a procession of lessons repeated until learnt. Once learnt a greater lesson directly stemming from the last presents itself. Leading myself to the conclusion I am indeed on a path of ascension.
True StoryPublished 4 years ago in FuturismIs the Dark Side Actually More Powerful Than the Light Side?
Screen Rant shared an article asking this very question. It may get one thinking about which side may be more powerful, between the light and the dark. While the article does not appear to take a firm stance on the matter, throwing in fair points for either side, it does allude to the exchange between Luke and Yoda in The Empire Strikes Back. Luke asks, “Is the dark side stronger?” Yoda’s response to this question is, “No… no… no… Quicker, easier, more seductive.”
Culture SlatePublished 4 years ago in FuturismThe Milesians
The term Milesians refers to the natives of ancient Miletus among whom were the three great philosophers- Thales, Anaximander and Anaximenes. They were the citizens of Miletus, an Ionian Greek city, around. 6th century B.C. Before the advent of the Milesians, any acts of humans, animals, or nature that took place in the world were ascribed to the acts of Gods. For example, ‘A guilty passion is the work of Aphrodite, an act of folly means that ‘Zeus took away his wits’, outstanding prowess on the field of battle is owed to the god who ‘breathed might into’ the hero’1
Satyarth PanditaPublished 4 years ago in FuturismSignificance of Soorasamharam - Why Do We Celebrate It?
Soorasamharam or Sooranporu is one of the significant Hindu festivals. It is celebrated for six days and is dedicated to the worship of Lord Murugan in Tamil. As per the Tamil calendar, it falls in the month of Karthik, and hence every year, Soorasamharam is celebrated in October or November as the date varies. This year’s Soorasamharam will be celebrated on Friday, 20th November.
5 astrology podcasts you can tune into if you're bored of reading horoscopes
Are you in the habit of waking up in the morning and going through your favorite horoscope app or website or app? With the confusion and uncertainty that are prevailing in the world, it's not surprising that people are increasingly turning to astrology for some certitude and answers. But horoscopes and future predictions form only a part of this fascinating subject. If you wish to explore in depth, there are many astrology podcast that are not only informative but also entertaining. Here are 5 astrology podcasts that will both educate and entertain you.
Memoirs of Fodder Deep-Mines
I’m old! Yep—I’m older than old according to my boys, Wild-Hair and Ceasil. Me twin boys make me proud, but piss me off at the same time! I would expect no less from a dwarf! We be the highest-ranking members of the Deep-Mines Clan. Dwarves take pride in that sort o’thing.
W.S. KlassPublished 4 years ago in FuturismThe Future of Star Wars
I have been a fan of Star Wars all my life, I still remember how my stepfather put "Episode Six: Return of the Jedi" in our VHS player for us to watch while my mother was out. It is one of the earliest movies I can remember watching and it sparked my deep love of movies which remains with me to this day.
Steve BrewerPublished 4 years ago in FuturismHorseshoe Crab Blood & COVID-19
A Horseshoe crab is a marine arthropod. Contrary to their name, they are not crabs at all. The Horseshoe crab is more closely related to spiders than they are crabs.
Bradley KnightPublished 4 years ago in FuturismEdge of Lightening
The table had been cleared a while. Annie handed the table over to the next shift waitress, who kept their drinks filled as the lunch rush came and went. Seth busied herself with the crayons and pencils that Annie had left with her, and Mike leafed through the local Tucson paper. The new waitress joined them, and Mike asked if she would stay for a moment while he used to phone.
Texas ChristiePublished 4 years ago in FuturismEdge of Lightning
Detective Fitch sat uncomfortably in the Commander’s office, waiting. He was really too large of a man for the chair. He didn’t know where to put his hands, and his shoulder holster interfered with the backrest. He looked at the file on the desk, closed, but some pictures spilled out. He was really nowhere on the investigation and wasn’t even sure if that was why he was called into the office. He heard a toilet flush, water running, and shut off from behind a closed door in the office, and the door opened.
Texas ChristiePublished 4 years ago in FuturismThe Edge of Light
“I am Seth.” She sat expressionless, black eyes blinking slowly as she stared up at the officer. He squared off with her and leaned in to speak quietly but sound authoritative.
Texas ChristiePublished 4 years ago in FuturismTHE FROG
Usually, I begin the day without much excitement. It’s difficult to be an optimist with so much behind you, and so many regrets.