What A Mess (News and Opinion)Mar 04, 2025
What a Mess. Political satire hidden within actual news and life lessons.
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Jay Dee's World
Oh, hello world! It's your Ol' Uncle Jay Dee, a Midwest progressive transplant living in Central Florida, looking to spill some ramblings on these here internets. I'll be speaking on everything from life as we know it to sports and everything in between, with just enough charm and smart-assery to keep your attention. Welcome to fun, ladies and gents! Here's hoping you stay a while.
The Life of J.D. Millennial Jan 18, 2026
Loss Jan 19, 2026
Spring Fun: Throw the Ultimate Pinata Party
This celebration is all about pure kid joy: a colorful pinata packed with sweet surprises, cheerful music, playful games, and lots of giggles. From the moment the kids arrive, they’ll be swept into a party atmosphere bursting with energy, excitement, and just the right amount of chaos (the fun kind!).
Traverse Davies Writes Stuff
My assorted writing - this is the stuff that doesn't fit another stream. Sometimes it will be thoughts, sometimes fiction, pretty eclectic. Probably will be updated more than the others
The End of Work Jan 26, 2026
FindingMyselfAgain
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A Return to Myself Jan 26, 2026
Snow Days Jan 27, 2026
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This poem was written with Help from the holy spirit. I used some bible verses and ideas i’ve seen in the bible in writing this poem, it is my first poem so any criticism is welcome. Thank you for reading
My Goliath Jan 27, 2026
The McCannic
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Truth Beyond the Ice Wall Jan 27, 2026
Scary & Spooky Stories
Stories about death and murders are always interestings. Spooky stories about ghosts and supernaturals beings. My style of writting is straight to the point with my own colors in the stories. I'll put any sources that I find necessary or interestings. I really hope you enjoy it and it scares you at the same time !
The case of Daniel Laplante 1987 Jan 27, 2026
The case of Daniel Laplante 1986 Jan 27, 2026
Me, Myself, and Tai
Self-Help, Personal Development, Health and Wellness, Motherhood, Finances, Spirituality, Lifestyle
Me, Myself, & Tai-“The Isolation Was Intentional” Jan 27, 2026
Me, Myself, & Tai- Introduction Jan 25, 2026
Talino Trici
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Mind puppet Jan 27, 2026
Too many INNER WARS Jan 25, 2026
The Ordinary Extraordinary
Are they poems or just long bursts of thought. Either way feels good to write it down!
Nothing Asked of Me Jan 27, 2026
Box of Loss Jan 20, 2026
Rumblings of Discontent
My fiction aims to create a sense of urgency and awareness -- a sense of responsibility to confront what is wrong and make it right. The imperfections in the world may be corrected through a serious effort to identify and reshape our assumptions about how society and our perceptions, and therefore our behavior, should be structured. We are entering a new stage in the evolution of human consciousness, bringing an awareness of the need for new goals and values. Together, we can contribute to that new way of thinking and behaving. Join me as I explore the possibilities. Your comments are welcome.
Aging as a Purposeful Process -- A Personal Account Jan 27, 2026
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Trump Is a Horrible President 
reporter_journalist.usa Jun 05, 2025
In this article it talks about three main policies that make Donald J. Trump a horrible president. It talks about the economy, abortion, and immigration policies that effect the entirety of the USA.
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150 Scripts: A Journey into the Heart of Filmmaking
Dr. AY Heath Dec 23, 2024
Hello. My name is Dr. AY Heath; you can call me Angel. I'm here to chronicle a big goal for myself. And trust me, it is a very big goal. So what is this big goal. I’m going to read and break down 150 film scripts. That does sound like a lot, but it’s something I’ve wanted to do for a while and, after stepping away from my corporate job, I dove into film school and have been diving deep into the process of storytelling. But I want to do more than just learn technical skills; I want to understand what works and doesn't and see where we're in this big filmmaking industry.
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GOP’s Newest Olympic-Level Mental Gymnastics
Joseph Raines Mar 04, 2025
Let's get one thing straight: Russia invaded Ukraine on February 24, 2022. This is not up for debate.
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Temper Tantrum at the White House Joseph Raines Mar 02, 2025
If there was ever a way to publicly humiliate an allied leader—one who is literally fighting for his country’s survival—Trump and his administration managed to find it.
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A Strategic Gambit For Ukraine Joseph Raines Feb 20, 2025
While unprecedented, the legal and diplomatic basis for this approach is intriguing. This bold move could offer Ukraine several major advantages...
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Poems from the Garden Well
Poems from the Garden WellDec 22, 2025
Thought-provoking sentences that encourage you to dream like a child again, peel back layers of trauma, embrace oneness with God, and unlearn useless idolatry in worldly matters. Come in, have a seat, and let us trance in real time and dance like '99 (:
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And "they say" I was spoon fed
Jahnae Nelson Dec 22, 2025
Some days my dreams scare the living soul out of me, and some nights I can't wish away. To be privileged in a long traveled village with no scams and no shacks; to be a aging black woman in a beautiful castle with nothing but the world to lack.
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No Cleopatra, I won’t dance with you Jahnae Nelson Jan 26, 2025
The heart of a canopy lives inside of an imagination that a mind couldn’t find. We’ve got it all figured out, when we’re dressed in a suit and tie and nearly 6 ft deep.
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At least I left you my tears... Jahnae Nelson Oct 09, 2023
A distant lover. Is she having an unfailing desire to a lover's lasting promises? Maybe the shattered frame will fall and the picture will break apart no matter how full it seems..
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Cycles of Reflection
Cycles of ReflectionApr 02, 2025
A collection of short stories exploring the intricate cycles of life, emotions, and personal transformation. Each story delves into themes of resilience, identity, and the life cycle, capturing the depth of human experience through vivid storytelling.
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Key-Kee Catdine
"Key-Kee!" Nadine echoed, her tiny hands gripping the floor as she crawled forward, her voice bubbling with excitement. "No, it is Kit-Ty," Harold corrected, shaking his head. "She says it wrong. She is still a baby," Elise said gently. "Meow, meow… meowww," Nadine mimicked the family cat, her tiny frame wiggling like a kitten in play. Eli dropped to his hands and knees beside her. "Meowww!" he exaggerated, scrunching his nose and wiggling his fingers like whiskers. "Ugh, this is ridiculous," Harold groaned. As Nadine moved, the soft fur of her costume brushed against her arms, keeping her warm against the cool fall air. She did not know it yet, but this was something she would carry forever. Her orange-striped costume tail flicked behind her. It was her first Halloween, the night she would start transforming into something more. Later, as shadows stretched across the walls, she whispered her first sign of something greater. "Here, Key-Kee."
J. Lee Ulkar Mar 07, 2025
Born Between Two Days
"The melody of ‘Jesus Loves the Little Children’ drifted through the quiet church, each note steady beneath Yara’s fingertips. No one noticed how her back stiffened, how her breath caught just slightly before she pressed forward, playing through the sharp waves of pain. The music continued, but time itself seemed to slow. It wasn’t time. Not yet."
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Love in All Its Forms: Choosing Love for Valentine's Day
This Valentine’s Day, choosing love looks like choosing yourself without guilt, celebrating connection without comparison, and letting love be expansive instead of limiting. It’s soft mornings, honest boundaries, shared laughter, quiet healing, and the courage to give and receive love in whatever form it arrives. Because love, in all its forms, is always worth choosing. 💗
How to Throw the Ultimate Piñata Party for Your Child 🎉
This celebration is all about pure kid joy: a colorful piñata packed with sweet surprises, cheerful music, playful games, and lots of giggles. From the moment the kids arrive, they’ll be swept into a party atmosphere bursting with energy, excitement, and just the right amount of chaos (the fun kind!).
My Goliath
This poem was written with Help from the holy spirit. I used some bible verses and ideas i’ve seen in the bible in writing this poem, it is my first poem so any criticism is welcome. Thank you for reading
Me, Myself, & Tai-“The Isolation Was Intentional”
The Isolation Was Intentional explores the quiet, uncomfortable seasons where life strips away people, habits, and familiar versions of ourselves. What initially feels like loss becomes a powerful reset—creating space for self-reflection, accountability, and personal growth. Through solitude, clarity emerges, priorities shift, and purpose sharpens. This piece invites readers to reconsider isolation not as abandonment, but as intentional preparation for peace, alignment, and what’s meant to come next.
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Why You Should Visit Bilbao: Hidden Gems and More
Why You Should Visit Bilbao: Hidden Gems and MoreJul 17, 2025
"Finally made it to Bilbao! A personal travel story and guide to the best of this Basque city. Discover Casco Viejo, pintxos, the Guggenheim, and hidden gems in the heart of northern Spain." You know the feeling when you keep telling yourself, “I have to go there”? Somehow, you just… never do. That was me with Bilbao. For years. It kept popping up on my list, quietly sitting there, waiting. But this time, I finally did it. I went to the north of Spain, to the heart of the Basque Country. I discovered a city that completely surprised me.
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Why You Should Visit Bilbao: Hidden Gems and More
Kasia Alexander Jul 17, 2025
"Finally made it to Bilbao! A personal travel story and guide to the best of this Basque city. Discover Casco Viejo, pintxos, the Guggenheim, and hidden gems in the heart of northern Spain."
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150 Script Journey
150 Script JourneyJan 21, 2025
150 scripts. That’s my challenge—to read and analyze each one to uncover what makes a story unforgettable, from the big ideas to the small details. Along the way, I’ll break down story elements, share my discoveries, and reflect on the lessons I learn. Ready to join me on this journey?
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Blade Runner - Script #1: A Deep Dive into Humanity, Morality, and Identity Dr. AY Heath Dec 24, 2024
Released in 1982, Blade Runner has solidified itself as one of the most influential films in the sci-fi genre. Inspired by Philip K. Dick's novel, Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?, the film challenges the audience with timeless questions about what it means to be human. It delves into the complexities of identity and explores the consequences of artificial life in a profoundly relevant way today.
Dr. AY Heath Dec 24, 2024150 Scripts: A Journey into the Heart of Filmmaking Dr. AY Heath Dec 23, 2024
Hello. My name is Dr. AY Heath; you can call me Angel. I'm here to chronicle a big goal for myself. And trust me, it is a very big goal. So what is this big goal. I’m going to read and break down 150 film scripts. That does sound like a lot, but it’s something I’ve wanted to do for a while and, after stepping away from my corporate job, I dove into film school and have been diving deep into the process of storytelling. But I want to do more than just learn technical skills; I want to understand what works and doesn't and see where we're in this big filmmaking industry.
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Tales of Jistoa
Tales of JistoaAug 31, 2025
Set on and around the Magical and Dangerous world of Jistoa, this set of interconnecting stories reveal the inner turmoil and strengths of the characters.
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Canon Reset
Calvan L Starling Aug 31, 2025
Everything previously published under Tales of Jistoa is no longer canon. Those drafts, those stories, those experiments — they were stepping stones, but they are not the living world anymore. From this point forward, what I publish here is the canon. This is Jistoa as it stands today — sharper, truer, and built to last. My plans have expanded. Welcome to the new fire.
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Tales of Jistoa- Mishra's Familiar Calvan L Starling Nov 12, 2024
Mishra meets her Weasel Mentor again and takes a baby weasel into her care, as a familiar.
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Tales of Jistoa- Shadow over River Park Calvan L Starling Oct 29, 2024
Zakary is forced to relive the worst moment of his life again.
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Abner Tellez’s all I ever wanted: The Album That Marks the End—and the Beginning
**Summary** “all I ever wanted” is Abner Tellez’s final and most personal album, featuring 15 tracks with no guest appearances, fully centered on his own voice and growth as an artist. Created with support from close friends during a long break from music, the album reflects deep reflection and emotional honesty. It explores the difficulty of truly moving on from a past relationship, especially the lingering feelings that remain when someone you loved is now with someone else. More than just an album, “all I ever wanted” represents closure for Abner—marking the end of an era and setting the stage for something new in the future.
Just a man
Poem marking the time and place . The day after the shot a nurse named Alex who was laying on the ground. Shot 10 times in the back. Then today the Video taken outside a Detention center of hundreds of children screaming "let's us out"
Another Day, Another Murder
More Footage From the Minnesota Front This just happened today. Not much is known yet, but two videos have come out. The first one is clear. ICE agents hold a man down on the ground and shoot him five times. The second piece of footage is more damning. The agents were spraying something into the face of a woman who was on her knees. The man, who was an observer, got between the agents and the woman. They tackled him to the ground. In slow motion, you can see that the ICE agents remove the man’s legal firearm from his belt. The weapon was never drawn.
the dread of winter
They ended it in the softest weeks of winter, two weeks before rest, before anyone thought to ask where I would land. Disability makes everything louder— the echo of you’re done, the click of doors closing, the question of where now?
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New York Sophistry
New York SophistryOct 25, 2025
Opinion, thought, and teachings about rhetoric, argumentation, and debate from a professor of rhetoric based in New York City.
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Dumbing Down, the Rhetorical Perspective
Stephen Llano Oct 25, 2025
Is getting or keeping audience attention harmful to your message? What do rhetoricians say? Is it unethical to adapt your message for a distracted audience?
Stephen Llano Oct 25, 2025
The Facts of Missing Class - A New Genre of Student Excuse Stephen Llano Mar 11, 2025
Students are relying on the fact that other classes are harder and more important than mine as a justification for why they miss my class. They are confused why this excuse doesn't work - isn't a fact a fact?
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Deliberative Democratic Theory and Debate Stephen Llano Mar 07, 2025
What's the relationship between Deliberative Democracy theory and Debating? It seems that not a lot of instructors of rhetoric and debate have commented on this.
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Reflections & Realities
Reflections & RealitiesApr 03, 2025
Life can be complicated, but we break it down here with meaningful advice, reflections, and stories that help you make sense of the everyday journey.
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The Role of Teacher in Relationships
Yuri Apr 03, 2025
What happens when you constantly teach your partner how to love you? This blog explores the emotional weight of always guiding the relationship..
Yuri Apr 03, 2025
In the Quiet: Finding Clarity in Burnout and Heartbreak Yuri Mar 03, 2025
In this post, I open up about the struggles of burnout, identity, and navigating the complexities of a long-distance relationship.
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Therapy, Trauma, and Healing Yuri Jan 09, 2025
In this passage, we dive deeper into the complexities of trauma, mental health, and how therapy is viewed—touching on personal experiences, generational cycles, and accessible ways to seek support. It’s a little bit of everything
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John Cena To Call It A Career In 2025
KENNETH WATKINS Jul 08, 2024
John Cena is one of a kind and will be ending his career in 2025.....
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Tom Brady Has Had One Tough Year, But Is It Time To Hang Up The Cleats......
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One day this bird will fly, and fly on by she will
A different make up of souls strut on by without a care in the world. Taint my spirit with one strike; turn your dollar to make not one cent.
Some days you are there to support one another and other days, you cope.
No one ever said the boy who cried wolf was perfect. Some days must’ve been better than others. And in the days that were good, there was still something wrong with him.
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Everyone knows when it’s time to give up, but do you know when it is time to GO?! A simple explanation to finding your WIN!
Yur my POISON, and I’m OKE’ w/ dying
A lovely night under the sun, can’t beat how many times you beat your meat, just for me to come home and I say ‘no’ to you. If it will be, then let matters be.
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