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Another fragrant year for dad's orchard
A few clouds floated lethargically above the sky on a vernal Sunday in spring. I was sitting by the window when the balmy breeze blew in. I felt dull and sluggish as I worked to reorient myself. Suddenly, I inadvertently grabbed a freshly-pick waxberry on a plate to my mouth. I took a small bite; the flesh texture of tenderness in my mouth and the sweet-tart flavour instantly woke up my body and lifted my spirits. Food is inextricably associated with flavour and is fundamentally about nostalgia and memory. These distinctive seasonal flavours hitherto have etched on my mind, offering a window into knowing my father's world into the bargain.
The Softer Side of Tupac Shakur: Poetry, Life, & Wisdom
When most of us hear the name Tupac Shakur, we think of 90s rap music and a rather tough exterior. But underneath that hard shell lies a much softer side of him that few people realize existed. After his death, some of his most intimate, hand-written poems, including a book of his childhood poetry and illustrations, were uncovered. His poetry, which is quite heartfelt and profound, offers a window into his personal life, allowing us to see far beyond his hip-hop persona. While the lyrics in some of his rap songs were offensive enough to insult most women and anyone he hated, his poetry is quite the contrast with his music and the image he portrayed.
Jennifer M. WardPublished 2 years ago in BeatA Playlist Of Places
Introduction I was wondering if I could create a playlist of songs I love about places, because I love the place or have a great friend who lives there or it is just a beautiful song that makes me want to go there. We all love something that gives us a feeling of warmth, comfort and longing.
Mike Singleton - MikeydredPublished 2 years ago in BeatThe 1 Book on Creativity I've Recommended 100 Times
The best books are able to make coherent sentences from thoughts your mind can only mumble to itself. I’ve only ever read one book that has put my thoughts to words, and it’s one that I’ll be recommending to friends until the end of time.
Justin BoyettePublished 2 years ago in JournalA Discredit to its Own
From time immemorial, the concept of a soul, of spirits, demons, and an afterlife has long fascinated humankind. Throughout the advancement of humankind, from nomadic tribes, to the first villages, towns, and cities, people sought spiritual direction from holy leaders, regardless the origin of the faith or religion itself. Our ancient ancestors took their spiritual devotion seriously, from embracing the worship of entire polytheistic pantheons, to monotheism.
Baited
The child sat with legs crossed under a sky of glittering ink. The cat next to her lay on his side, licking at a bottlebrush tail coloured of charcoal and smoke. His pupils were slitted to needles.
Lark HanshanPublished 2 years ago in FictionDNA Doppelgängers
Have you ever caught sight of someone and thought it was you? New research shows us that if you do then that person is more than likely carrying a lot of the same gene combinations that you have.
Paul ConneallyPublished 2 years ago in FYISpring Cleaning
I suppose we hide it well, like cobwebs our mothers hasten to dust away before an aunt comes to visit. But, it's there, silently knocking at the door. It waits to come in. Such is the residual wound of abuse and the horrid tales that accompany it. It leaks into my conversations sometimes, but mostly now it stays tucked away.
Laura LannPublished 2 years ago in ConfessionsLegends of Bitcoin: Laszlo Hanyecz
The Bitcoin community has been unfair to Laszlo Hanyecz and is ignorant of his service to Bitcoin. Everyone has heard of the "Bitcoin Pizza Day" and the "guy” that bought two Papa John’s pizzas with 10,000 BTC more than 10 years ago.
Only Murders in the Building Season 1 Review
The murderer could be the person standing with you in the elevator. Season 1 of Only Murders in the Building aired in 2021. A murder occurs in a New York City apartment building. Three strangers who have lived different lives in the film industry band together to solve this case.
Marielle SabbagPublished 2 years ago in Geeks5 Easy Ways to Become Your Nurse's Favorite Patient
Disclaimer: I used to work in on a medical/surgical unit and in ambulatory surgery. I have since shifted over into health and wellness freelance writing. The information included in this article is based on my personal experience and does not constitute medical advice.
Jessica FreebornPublished 2 years ago in JournalA Hot Pocket Broke My Family
My daughter came home from school yesterday with a school project. She had to write an essay about an event in her life that defined her. She shared a memory I completely forgot. So, I felt compelled to write it out here.
Chrissie Marie MasseyPublished 2 years ago in FamiliesThey Call Me Stubborn
Once upon a time there was a princess — I groan in anger because I hate it. It’s not good enough, I say to myself as I throw the paper to the floor.
Colleen MillsteedPublished 2 years ago in HumansCancel Culture Is Not Real: Stop Pretending That It Is
You know, I've been wanting to talk about this for months now. Months. Seriously, what happened to us? We used to be a society of responsibility. We, as people, are not perfect, but we try. At least, I'd like to think we try. And when we mess up, when we put our feet in our mouths, when we make an unconscionable mistake, we own up to it. We take responsibility. At least we used to. For at least the past two years now, we've been infected by the two most annoying words in the English language:
Clyde E. DawkinsPublished 2 years ago in HumansLonely
You and I were alone together Eyes cast on the beggarly riches That graced with fairy tales Though like a virgin hearing marriage Rooted comfortable misery You cheerful pessimist Am hoping that you were deceptively honest The deafening silence that crowded your room Mightier than the heavenly choir Brought me crash landing down Begging on my knees Heels on stone To stop your cruel kindness Sometimes I heard your dull soar Screaming bittersweet through every pore Yet like a devout atheist You handed me in though like a historical present I loved you, I swear I loved you. Love is a syndrome Shallow it goes with each seep Deep down my bone marrow Narrow enough thin though an arrow Settling down a peaceful conquest
Alana ZianPublished 2 years ago in PoetsMy Restomod Dream Cars
So, I’ve written two articles about 1970 Muscle Cars I’d love to own, plus a few others and one article about fast cars, some of them pretty expensive, that I have owned or at least driven.
Steve B HowardPublished 2 years ago in WheelDepression and Writing
I love those days when the air is still, the sun is hot and you can smell heat that lets you know you’re in Australia. As a kid in the 80s and 90s, those long hot days of summer were my favourite. The time when I was allowed to dream of my future. When the heat would bake into my skin and seep into my brain and I knew I was destined to be a writer, famous. I struggle to write when it's cold; it's like my words all go silent and my fingers refuse to form the shapes needed. My mum in particular encouraged my writing for the fun it gave me, but I still learned as I grew that becoming a writer was not an option as a career path; unless I wanted to be a reporter or journalist. Those jobs at least had regular paychecks. I don’t think anyone wanted to keep me from my dreams. They wanted to keep me safe. To teach me to aim for something that would remove me from a hand-to-mouth existence.
Waters DragonfriendPublished 2 years ago in Psyche5 Anime Moments That Made Me Cry as a Child
I've been watching anime for almost as long as I can remember, and I still watch anime today. The shows I watch as an adult usually have more mature themes than what I watched as a kiddo, but there are exceptions. I've found that the Japanese give children, as an audience, more credit than much of the Western world in terms of what themes they can handle in their content. While they have long produced anime and manga aimed at young adults, the "kids' shows" like Sailor Moon, Pokemon, and Dragon Ball don't shy away from the serious stuff when it serves the narrative.
Rebekah ConardPublished 2 years ago in GeeksCOLOR ME
Double rainbows Dark-green trees Band aide elbows Golden keys () () () () () () () () () Beaded sandals Black swimsuit
Babs IversonPublished 2 years ago in PoetsAn Introduction to Chinese Breakfast
Of the many adjustments Americans must make when living abroad, one of the biggest is getting used to a very different diet, and the biggest differences in diet often come at breakfast. The first morning meal served to a weary traveler may come as a shock for a few reasons. We're used to having a fairly strict divide between "breakfast foods" and "non-breakfast foods," a distinction which doesn't exist in most cultures outside of the Mediterranean. Add to that the heavy foods served in many breakfast traditions, and that first repast can be a bit of a hurdle.
Andrew JohnstonPublished 2 years ago in Feast