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The Man Who Sold His Shadow
Everyone noticed the shadow before they noticed the man. It appeared on the pavement first. Tall. Thin. Twisted at the shoulders like something was wrong with its bones.
By Salman Writes21 days ago in Fiction
The House That Learned My Name
In my version, the walls were taller, the door heavier, the hallway long enough to practice disappearing. In its version,
By Flower InBloom21 days ago in Poets
Silver Screen Magic with Lana Turner
She was born as Julia Jean “Lana” Turner on February 8, 1921, and became a memorable actress during the Golden Age of Hollywood. Turner was also a pin-up model and in the mid-1940s had become one of the highest-paid American actresses and among the biggest stars at MGM.
By Rasma Raisters21 days ago in Geeks
APRIL 20, 1999 The Day I Became a Mother in a Different America . Content Warning.
APRIL 20, 1999 The Day I Became a Mother in a Different America On April 19, 1999, I gave birth to my daughter. I was nineteen years old.
By Dakota Denise 21 days ago in Confessions
A Dictator's Villanelle
Power comes easy when zealots worship you My cult, if you hate, is welcome to all: I need for you to see my point of view.
By Rachel Deeming21 days ago in Poets
How to Build a Fort
When I was small I believed blankets were architecture. Two chairs could hold a cathedral if you angled them toward belief.
By Flower InBloom21 days ago in Poets
Mid step
Thanks so much for such a lovely offer Every morning, you so helpfully proffer I patter and potter, pause and ponder Warily peer far away out yonder
By Angie the Archivist 📚🪶21 days ago in Poets
Home Security System Cost in Georgina. AI-Generated.
It started on an ordinary evening when I realized how little I knew about protecting my home. The sun had set and the streets of Georgina were quiet, almost too quiet. Walking through my living room, I felt a sudden awareness that safety is not something to take for granted. That night planted a seed of curiosity about what it truly takes to keep a home secure.
By Alex Bryn21 days ago in 01
Rose After the Storm
pink rose petals endure cold wind and harsh rain still stand so elegant. Note: The rose is blooming in my garden. I was surprised to see it's immaculate despite the rough weather from the past few days.
By Seema Patel21 days ago in Poets
MacBook Air M5: Release Date Rumors, Expected Specs. AI-Generated.
The MacBook Air has long been Apple’s most popular laptop, blending portability, performance, and battery life into a slim, fanless design. With the current generation powered by the M3 chip, attention is already turning toward what comes next. Rumors surrounding a potential MacBook Air M5 have started to circulate as Apple continues its rapid evolution of Apple Silicon. While official confirmation remains absent, patterns from previous releases offer useful clues about what we might expect in terms of launch timing, performance upgrades, design changes, and pricing.
By Md. Nurul Afsar21 days ago in 01
Best Artwork by Joan Miró
Spanish artist Joan Miró got his artistic education at the Royal Academy of Fine Arts of San Jorge. The artist’s early artworks were inspired by Fauvism and Cubism. After a trip to Paris, his style of art would become synonymous with whimsy, symbolism, and a strong connection to his Catalan roots.
By Rasma Raisters21 days ago in Art
The Curse is On You
The Black Orlov diamond is often considered cursed due to its dark history. The stone is so unique because it weighs 189.60 carats. This diamond, also known as the "Black Orlov," is linked to numerous tales of misfortune and tragedy, particularly after it was reportedly stolen from a Hindu temple. According to legend, the theft led to a curse placed by Lord Brahma, which is said to bring death and despair to its owners.
By Rasma Raisters22 days ago in History