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To be a tree
Every single tree Seems undeniably free To be incredibly unique Though, never weak Trees are strong Trees are tall
Sadie HodgesPublished 2 years ago in PoetsRemembering Again
It has taken ten years for Poppop to remember my name again. We are sitting at a table outside under string lights and stars. He is wearing a blue sweater vest and his head is still bald. I cry as he marvels at my tattoos. He tells me he would like to get some. How outlandish! How hip! He doesn't ask me why I’m crying, and I don’t register the tears until I wake up.
Sone KramerPublished 2 years ago in FamiliesAre the Paw Patrol a front for a money laundering operation?
Look, I am a fan of Ryder and the gang, but there are things that don’t add up. I have questions about the way the Patrol is structured, and financed, and probably even bigger questions about Adventure Bay, its local government services, and potential corrupt arrangements with the neighboring municipality of Foggy Bottom.
How To Get Every Iconic Weapon In Cyberpunk 2077 Part 1: Blades
Cyberpunk 2077 is one of those games that has defined modern gaming - its immersive environments, realistic and lovable cast, and intense themes of death, personhood, and legacy firmly place it in the category of modern masterpiece. Despite its rocky start upon initial release, the game has a wealth of interesting mechanics, immersive story missions, and hidden secrets for players to explore and enjoy, making Night City feel like more than a simple background for a video game.
Skylar BanachPublished 2 years ago in GamersI Grieve
I daydream of sweetness and excess. Saliva flows under my tongue pooling in my mouth. Strawberry shortbread, topped with warm caramel
Twenty Outdoor Projects to Beautify Your Home for Summer
Improving the overall look of your outside areas can transform your home into a paradise. | Source: Tim Cooper, Unsplash 20 Outdoor Projects Perfect for Summer
Andrea LawrencePublished 2 years ago in LifehackToday I Thought About Climate Change
Today I Thought About Climate Change How the world is heating up, like crabs we wait painfully, slowly boiling to our deaths.
Aisha LamaPublished 2 years ago in PoetsRight now, creativity can seem frivolous. That’s when we need it most.
There’s a lot going on in the world, and with the threat of recession and war (to name but two challenges of modern living), it can be hard to see how the pursuit of creative practice is time well spent.
Graham OrmistonPublished 2 years ago in MotivationYou’ll never be able to wear a dress!
When I was a little girl I hurt my knees a lot. Isn’t that normal? For kids to play and get hurt? There was this older girl, a neighbor, she saw me with crusts on my knee skin and she told me to stop getting hurt so much, otherwise I won’t be able to wear a short skirt when I was older.
Estera LupuPublished 2 years ago in ConfessionsBest Friends Forever
The cabin in the woods had been abandoned for years, but one night, a candle burned in the window. The honey toned flicker on the emerald algae-stained glass, seemed somewhat inviting as the last light of dawn sank behind the trees. The once azure blue sky peeking through the fresh and luscious canopy had become a faded greyish-lilac shade and the trees had merged into one collective jet-black silhouette. The thick, warm air of the day was replaced with a cold clamminess that made the palms feel stone cold to the touch. Of course, as inviting as the warm little fairy-tale cabin seemed, not one decent soul living in Bedshire would lay their hands on its worn wooden frame, let alone enter it. The person inside was an outsider.
Interview With the Oldest Man in the World
One of mankind's greatest questions has followed us like a shadow since the dawn of time. Many myths about immortality exist. The following are a few: The Tree of Life, The Holy Grail, and The Fountain of Youth.
Arlo HenningsPublished 2 years ago in Interview5 College Classes I Wish I Took
In May 2022, I graduated from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign with a degree in journalism with minors in political science and journalism. It’s one of my life's greatest accomplishments to date, and it led me to thinking about my degree.
Noah NelsonPublished 2 years ago in EducationSky Blue
You asked and so I then replied “Sky Blue” For which eye shadow would look best on you As red mane contrasts upon your pale skin
A Wick With Two Ends
The cabin in the woods had been abandoned for years, but one night, a candle burned in the window. A candle had never burned in that window. Well, at least not since little Francis went missing.
Tony SilvaPublished 2 years ago in HorrorKing Sized Psychology
I’ve always felt most comfortable in a king sized bed. At 6’2”, it’s the perfect size for me to fully starfish myself. I spent quite a bit of time with my grandparents growing up and they had a king in their guest bedroom, so I can accurately tell you what it’s like to physically grow into a king sized bed. As I’ve gotten older, I’ve come to realize the emotionality of physical items. Having such a big bed makes a shift in you, whether you’re sleeping in it alone or with others. Ultimately your choice of bed size depends on how you choose to perceive that space and if you’re going to assign it meaning, whether it’s just space or something more. In the pursuit of wanting to purchase my own king sized bed as an adult, particularly in romantic relationships, that perception of space has left me questioning: Am I growing up or are we growing apart?
CTBPublished 2 years ago in ConfessionsWhy Are You Still Watching That Crap?
‘Why are you still watching that shit?’ If you watch Love Island, you’ll be familiar with this refrain from people who don’t watch it, and imagine themselves to be more intelligent for their abstinence. If you’re someone who just doesn’t like it, fair enough. Love Island is absolutely not to everybody’s taste. But what’s really annoying is people who criticise it just to try and look clever. There’s more to it than you realise.
Madeleine NortonPublished 2 years ago in HumansWhy I Won't Edit Your Book
The other day, I was talking to a newer writer who wanted me to go through their writing and explain how it could be improved. I outright refused and they were unhappy with that, but we were interrupted and I didn't get to explain why I wouldn't do it. So, instead of explaining why to that person, I'm going to explain why to you.
Stephanie Van OrmanPublished 2 years ago in JournalThe Girl
The cabin in the woods had been abandoned for years, but one night, a candle burned in the window. Megan peered out of her own cabin window, Cabin 205, the one she and her family rented the same weekend every summer.
Brianna SandersPublished 2 years ago in HorrorThe Shift Towards Antihero Stories: Weighing the Pros and Cons
I have mixed feelings when antiheroes or villains are the main characters in a story. But consider the following films and series that have come out in recent history:
Jessica FreebornPublished 2 years ago in GeeksBeware, When The Shadows Call
The cabin in the woods had been abandoned for years, but one night, a candle burned in the window. Even after all these years, no one dare mention his name,
Kelli Sheckler-AmsdenPublished 2 years ago in Poets