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Lumina Sophie 'Surprise' Roptus
On Martinique, an island mapped out by Christopher Columbus but later settled by the French, a baby girl was born on November 9 in 1848, the year slavery on the tiny island was abolished. Born on the Riviere-Pilote to a recently freed slave, Marie-Sophie, this baby girl was born during a very lucky time. Most of the slaves on this island were registered by one name and a number. Not surprisingly, after slavery was abolished, nicknames were still very popular. It was a racist tradition carried on even after slavery ended. Her mother having been known as ‘Zulma’ registered her daughter under the name Marie-Philomene Sophie. Later both mother and daughter were given the surname of Roptus by the island’s authorities. Everyone called her Lumina Sophie (a deviation of Philomene) and her nickname was ‘Surprise’.
Lady SundayPublished 4 years ago in VivaWalk like a Goddess
"You are diving deep into this curious exercise of discovering a hidden essence you hold inside and you are revealing yourself as a true goddess with every step you make in your walk in life.
Annaelle ArtsyPublished 4 years ago in VivaDo waist training corsets make your stomach flat?
From the looks of a corset itself and the way it functions, you might have a few questions in your mind; one of which, we are certain, revolves around whether or not training corsets make your stomach flat. Before we move on to anything else, let us clarify one thing here that is, corsets are not magic wands that will transform your physique in no time. In order to make the most out of them and most importantly, be comfortable in them, you will have to ensure that you are picking a size that is meant for you and is of high-quality.
Medusa HorniaPublished 4 years ago in VivaGravity affects the aging female
I first began noticing the pull of gravity when I was in my mid -40s. There were days when I felt tired and sluggish for no particular reason. On other occasions, I would feel light as if I had lost 10 pounds. I would have a spring in my step and did not know why. I eventually figured out that the root of the issue was gravity. As we age our bodies begin to go south. The average hardworking woman is not able to spend the time and money to work out in the gym to maintain a slim and muscular body but there are ways you can tweak it.
Cheryl E PrestonPublished 4 years ago in VivaPLEASURE IS WOMAN - THE VOLUME "A WOMAN'S RIGHT TO PLEASURE" IS OUT
A volume that will cause discussion, starting with the commercial partner who supported it. We are talking about LELO, world leader in the design of sex toys, also called "the ultimate hi tech for intimacy".
Marco BonomoPublished 4 years ago in VivaThe Six Wives of Henry VIII
CATHERINE OF ARAGON “Humble and Loyal” Born 16th December 1483 in Spain / Married to Prince Arthur 14th November in London / Married to King Henry VIII 11th June 1509 at Greenwich / Marriage to Henry VIII dissolved 1533 / Died 7th January 1536 at Kimbolton Castle / Buried 29th January 1536 at Peterborough Abbey.
Ruth Elizabeth StiffPublished 4 years ago in VivaYou Said You Loved Me
It's true, I didn't expect the anxiety to settle in to the cavity you left in my chest. I didn't expect to get so attached either but at the same time I knew it was going to happen anyway, I'd been alone for so long.
Jude BoatmanPublished 4 years ago in VivaCall of the Wild
CALL OF THE WILD Charlotte rested in her twin bed tucked away and alert, predicting the nightly visitor she had become familiar with. That night, the rain drips sounded loud, louder than ever before, knocking against the glass window. So heavy the rain falls, Charlotte is reminded of her Pa’s hollow guitar he used to play, sounding her and her younger brother Ted off to bed. Trying to fall asleep, she secured herself beneath the hand woven quilt her mama had given her. It’s soft texture made her smile briefly. However, she is unable to relax and enjoy the memory for too long because Uncle Pete would show up soon for his usual nightcap – at least that’s what he’d call it.
Prime Tyme FitnezPublished 4 years ago in VivaBeing plus size
I have hated my size since the time my last child was born. I never took into consideration that my size was because my last 2 babies were born 1 year and 8 days apart. I never lost the weight before I was pregnant again. Also I had gestational diabetes through the last pregnancy. Let me go back a little and tell you a few things about my size and struggles.
Because I Wanted It At First
I think I lost my mind, I think I lost my passion, and somewhere in time I think I lost myself too. Sitting in a bathtub with my face in my hands, tears streaming down my face. I was shaking, but honestly the worst part was that I was confused. I didn’t know what he had done to my body until two weeks later. I told myself that I wanted it, and I even lied and told my friends that it was the best sex I ever had.
VikingIndiePublished 4 years ago in VivaWOMEN IN HISTORY
Georgiana Cavendish, The Duchess of Devonshire was the great-great-great-grand-aunt to the late Diana, Princess of Wales. Georgiana was born into the Spencer family on 7th June, 1757, and was the first daughter to John, the Earl of Spencer and his wife, Georgiana, the Countess of Spencer. The Countess said of her daughter: “I will own I feel so partial to my Dear little Gee, that I think I never shall love another so well.” She was born at the Spencer family home in Althorp. The Spencer family were wealthy and her parents enjoyed a happy marriage. Georgiana knew only comfort and love whilst growing up.
Ruth Elizabeth StiffPublished 4 years ago in VivaEverything They Don’t Tell You About Abortion
I never thought I would be in that position. From the time I was 19, I was told I could not have a child and had a low likelihood of even getting pregnant. So I never thought much about it. My period was never really consistent so I also didn’t think about that when I “missed” my period. But then my boobs started to hurt and grow, my chest always hurt and I felt nauseous. I took a pregnancy test and I couldn’t breathe when it said “pregnant” (gotta love those digital tests). I was freaking out. I was newly employed, living on the road and not to mention, my body was already a wreck. I called my best friend and she calmed me down then I told my boyfriend. We discussed it but settled quickly on an abortion. My boyfriend had never considered abortion and was even heavily against it. But with my health issues and current problems, attempting to carry a child just wasn’t a good idea.
Sara CaramellaPublished 4 years ago in Viva