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2024.06.08 21:26 Nervous_Skin302 Needing that lung hit

Hi, all!
Hoping for some advice/insight from others on this long and very frustrating journey.
I’ve been an on-again-off-again smoker for nearly 20 years now. In my early 20s, I’d go through about four packs a week because I was going out and drinking quite a bit. (Ah, youth and the early 2000s! Remember when we could still smoke in bars? That definitely contributed to the reckless chain smoking.) I quit cold turkey with both my pregnancies, but picked up smoking again about a year after my kids were born. By this point, I’d consider myself a more social smoker. Most of my friends smoke and quite a few work colleagues do too. I’ve gotten into the habit of buying a pack and then giving what’s left to a friend so I’m not tempted to keep smoking after the outing. I will buy a pack if I’m feeling particularly stressed, but even then, it will last me nearly three days, and I’m usually sharing the pack with my husband, who is also an on-again-off-again smoker. Honestly, he would probably quit completely if I did, but he also chews, so I feel like he has an alternative (albeit a gross one) that he can turn to when the cravings kick in.
This past year has been a doozy with some marital issues and major work stress. I think I’m back up to smoking as much as I did in my early 20s. But now, my husband and I are on the mend, I’m starting a new job in July and I have the month off to collect myself. I’m ready for some major self-improvement and I’m back to working out and eating healthy. Since I’ve been smoking more regularly, I notice how dry my eyes, nose, mouth and throat feel. I wake up with headaches. I hate the way I feel. It’s really time to kick the habit for good.
I don’t think nicotine addiction is the issue. I can go months without smoking, but the second I make plans with my girlfriends that smoke, I start craving that first cigarette immediately. I also start craving a cigarette the second I feel stressed. But when I say craving, it’s not necessarily about how I feel when I smoke. It’s the social aspect of it, or the ability to sneak out to a quiet place and have a minute to myself. It’s the hand to mouth movement, the deep breathing, and the lung hit. Oh god, the lung hit. That’s the sensation that I need the most. I’ve tried to replicate that with CBD and herbal cigarettes, but I absolutely hate the taste of both. I’ve tried the Ripple pods, but the lung hit sensation is not enough, and I get an after taste like I just inhaled perfume.
I’ve taken hits of friends’ vapes, and the lung hit is absolutely on par with what I experience with smoking. I’m tempted to get a nicotine-less vape, but I’m hesitant for two reasons: all the talk of popcorn lung scares the shit out of me, and everyone I know who switched to vaping is almost a bigger fiend than when they were a smoker. The ease in which they can just sneak a puff the second they feel the need makes me feel like I would be replacing a bad habit with something even more addicting. I’d like to think I could just tuck the vape away for times when I’m just absolutely jonesing for that lung hit sensation and need a minute to decompress. I wouldn’t keep it in my car or bring it with me anywhere besides a night out, so maybe I could keep it in check.
Has anyone else experienced this? Has anyone tried a nicotine-less vape, and if so, what was the outcome? Did it help you wean yourself off, or did it turn into a bigger, more convenient crutch? Or is there anything else out there? Or maybe, I just have to white knuckle through it?
Any input would be sooo appreciated!

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75mL Bombay Sapphire Gin 15mL Dolin Dry Vermouth 10mL Cointreau 3mL Legendare` Herbsaint
Add Gin, Vermouth, and Cointreu to a mixing glass, without ice. Dry Stir 30 times. Using chilled glass, smoke oak/hickory/cherry wood and place glass over smoke for 30 seconds. Using atomizer coat glass in Herbsaint. Add 1 cup of ice to mixing glass, stir 20 times, and strain into glass. Express lemon peel over drink and garnish with peel.
This drink comes out to about 26% alcohol and needs a glass that can hold at least 103mL comfortably.
Pic is related to what I'm doing tonight, listening to some jeff beck, getting stoned, correcting heartburn, treating allergies for the ridiculous amount of pollen. Oh also having a few of these bad boys; trying to figure out which wood really works better (I've also got some walnut and maple but haven't tried them yet).
What I like about this drink it starts out very cold, basically like my version of a perfect martini but with a little orange and a hint of anise. As the drink warms the anise becomes more pronounced. As someone who really likes bitter herbals like absinthe, oozo, chartreuse, campari, underberg, etc., the end of the drink is like a digestif almost.
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2024.06.07 19:35 Famous-Singer6224 [AZ] I want full custody- substance abuse

My ex is on our daughters birth certificate. I want to know what to expect from the courts. I want to file for full custody with visitation at my discretion idk if that’s even possible.
A little back story he has substance abuse problems we met he had been sober for a year and stayed sober for about 3-4 years he released and struggled to stay sober for 2 years on and off was smoking weed and some other herbal medicine that he got at the smoke shop I can’t remember what it’s called right now. Things escalated to Benzos last year which is when I left. We’ve been separated for almost 1.5 years ago. He got sober last August and after 30 days clean I let her start having her we started off with one night and worked up to two-three nights. This went on for about 6 months and the The most recent relapse. Which I started keeping her when his behavior started to change
He’s a great guys just has some serious mental health problems. Most recently I think he had a manic episode and was acting very bizarre which ultimately led to another relapse. He was arrested for bringing in pharmaceutical drugs from Mexico and was how he got sober again. He’s out in bail rn waiting to see what happens. He thinks they’re going to drop the charges (still waiting to see what happens. Homeland security dropped the charges to the state)
We’ve talked and I told him I want full custody with a plan in place to prove he can stay sober for a year and get the help he needs before he can have her over night and in the mean time he can visit her as often as possible during the week.
He is fine having to drug text and work to earning my trust back but feels a year is too long. I’m filing the paperwork with Pinal county. I can’t really afford a lawyer but will find a way to if things escalate.
I’d appreciate any advice, or insight on anyone who’s gone through this. Is what I’m asking for realistic? I want to do what’s best for my daughter and I don’t think it involves completely removing him from her life but I also know she needs stability and he needs to deal with his mental health before he can show up as a good parent

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Physical Issues:
· Heart Disease
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Psychological Factors:
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Lifestyle Choices:
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· Stress
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· Certain Medications
· Relationship Issues.
3. Premature Ejaculation – Ejaculating sooner during sexual intercourse than desired.
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· Physical factors like prostate issues or thyroid problems.
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Causes
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· Anxiety
· Inadequate Nutrition.
Solutions
Lifestyle Changes
· Healthy Diet: A healthy diet that is balanced and rich in vegetables, fruits, whole grains, and lean proteins helps improve overall health and sexual function.
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· Quit Smoking and Limit Alcohol: Smoking daily and excess alcohol consumption can impair blood flow and sexual function.
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2024.06.06 19:02 lazyfrazey Horrific Mirena crash and fibroids

I had my Mirena coil removed 13 days ago after 3 years and 9 months. I had it removed because I had a very large fibroid surgically removed from my uterus on the 8th April, when they inserted a fresh Mirena coil to 'help with heavy periods'. I was so out of it at the time due to the stress of surgery I didn't even think that I had had the coil inserted purely for birth control reasons, I never suffered from heavy periods. I went for an ultrasound scan on the 2nd May because I was still having daily bleeding after the surgery, and they found another huge fibroid exactly the same size and in exactly the same place. Another had grown back in three weeks. My coil had already moved so I had to have a difficult ordeal to have it removed.
Now, almost two weeks later, I'm honestly in hell. I'm for sure having the Mirena crash - it's been a non-stop roller coaster of intense mood swings. Bursting into tears, extreme anger, bouts of good mood, terrible anxiety, bad sleep, depression, hopelessness, hot flushes. My skin looks red, like rosacea (having the coil inserted back in 2020 caused a year of acne and rosacea, conditions I had never suffered from in my life), and I'm breaking out in spots. The emotional mood swings are honestly unbearable, I can't work or think. The only thing that helps is exercise for a couple of hours, then it's back to this. This is truly one of the hardest things I've ever experienced. I'm also convinced it was the insertion of a new coil into my uterus after surgery that caused the second fibroid (and probably the first, I've been told fibroids breed on hormones). I also have to have the exact same surgery again for the removal of the second large fibroid.
Does anyone have any advice for getting through this crash? I already have very good nutrition, regularly exercise, meditate every day, sleep well and regularly, don't drink/smoke/take drugs. I'm reading things online that this could last for months. Is there anything herbal I can take to help?
To anyone out there thinking of getting a Mirena coil, I could not advise against it more strongly, this is ruining my life. And to anyone with a Mirena, I strongly advise having it removed as soon as possible so the post-removal affects are not prolonged.

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2024.06.05 16:40 No_Pickle_7147 Top Well Health Tips in Hindi wellhealth for a Well-Balanced Life

Maintaining good health is essential for a happy and productive life. In today’s fast-paced world, it can be challenging to prioritize health, but making small, manageable changes can lead to significant improvements. Here are some well-rounded health tips to help you achieve a balanced and healthy lifestyle.
1. Eat a Balanced Diet
A balanced diet is crucial for overall well-being. Include a variety of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, and healthy fats in your meals. Eating a rainbow of fruits and vegetables ensures you get a wide range of nutrients. Avoid processed foods, sugary snacks, and excessive amounts of red meat. Instead, opt for foods rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.
2. Stay Hydrated
Water is vital for your body’s functions, including digestion, circulation, and temperature regulation. Aim to drink at least eight glasses of water a day. If you find plain water boring, try adding a slice of lemon, cucumber, or a few mint leaves for a refreshing twist. Herbal teas and coconut water are also good options for staying hydrated.
3. Exercise Regularly
Physical activity is essential for maintaining a healthy weight, improving cardiovascular health, and boosting your mood. Aim for at least 30 minutes of moderate exercise most days of the week. This can include activities like walking, jogging, cycling, swimming, or even dancing. Find an activity you enjoy, as it will be easier to stick with it.
4. Get Enough Sleep
Quality sleep is crucial for your physical and mental health. Adults should aim for 7-9 hours of sleep per night. Establish a regular sleep schedule by going to bed and waking up at the same time each day, even on weekends. Create a relaxing bedtime routine, avoid screens before bed, and make sure your sleeping environment is comfortable and dark.
5. Manage Stress
Chronic stress can negatively impact your health, leading to issues like high blood pressure, heart disease, and depression. Find healthy ways to manage stress, such as practicing mindfulness, meditation, deep breathing exercises, or yoga. Taking time for hobbies, spending time with loved ones, and getting regular physical activity can also help reduce stress levels.
6. Maintain Social Connections
Strong social connections are important for your mental and emotional well-being. Spend time with family and friends, join clubs or groups with similar interests, and make an effort to meet new people. Social interactions can provide support, increase feelings of happiness, and help you live a longer, healthier life.
7. Avoid Harmful Habits
Avoid smoking, excessive alcohol consumption, and recreational drug use. These habits can lead to severe health issues, including cancer, liver disease, and respiratory problems. If you need help quitting, seek support from healthcare professionals, support groups, or counseling services.
8. Regular Health Check-ups
Regular check-ups with your healthcare provider are essential for early detection and prevention of health issues. Schedule annual physical exams, dental check-ups, and screenings for conditions like high blood pressure, cholesterol, diabetes, and certain cancers. Stay up-to-date with vaccinations and follow your doctor’s recommendations for maintaining good health.
9. Practice Good Hygiene
Good hygiene practices, such as regular handwashing, can prevent the spread of illnesses. Brush and floss your teeth twice a day, shower regularly, and keep your living environment clean. Good hygiene is a simple yet effective way to protect your health.
10. Listen to Your Body
Pay attention to your body’s signals and respond appropriately. If you feel tired, rest. If you are hungry, eat nutritious food. If something doesn’t feel right, consult a healthcare professional. Listening to your body can help you maintain balance and avoid burnout.
Incorporating these health tips into your daily routine can lead to a more balanced and healthier life. Remember, small changes can make a big difference, and it’s never too late to start prioritizing your health. Stay motivated, be consistent, and enjoy the journey to better health and well-being.

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2024.06.05 16:29 No_Marzipan_1230 Industrial Mage: Modernizing a Magical World Chapter 09 – Juliana Lockheart

Synopsis:
An engineer from earth blends science and magic to achieve greatness in another world where skills and levels reign supreme.
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Ethan was just a plain old engineer, but everything changed when he was reborn into a world of skills, levels, and magic. With his advanced knowledge far ahead of the time period he finds himself in, this new reincarnated life will be much different than his last, especially because he can construct, deconstruct, and reconstruct runes—something no one else can do.
But with royal politics, looming tax collectors, a mountain of debt, dungeon incursions, cults, and hostile fantasy races mixing together into a cocktail of bullshit that threatens to bury his dreams; Ethan must bridge the gap between steel and sorcery to grow stronger. — What to Expect:
- Weak to very strong progression with a Sword & Magic MC that kicks a whole lotta ass. - Fast pacing. A balance of action galore, politics, kingdom building, and slow-burn runecrafting. - Fun, satisfying moments. An extra shot of happiness when reading. Hardcore wish fulfillment. Hyper competent MC. - MC will trigger an industrial revolution, abolish slavery, revolutionize magic, modernize agriculture, communication, commerce, textile production, education, transportation, sanitation, weapons manufacturing, leisure & entertainment, and medicine. - Dark truths of a medieval-esque society going under change.
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Chapter 09

Note: this chapter is an important POV. DO NOT SKIP.
Juliana Lockheart sat perched on the edge of her plush bed. Draped in a silk robe the color of twilight, she exhaled smoke from her lips. Tonight, she couldn’t stop herself from lighting one. The cigar hung loosely from her lips as she read the letter in her hand with a smile. Her friend usually held icy control, but right now, as she read the letter, the princess of Solaris appeared to be ranting. How amusing.

Dearest Juliana,
Forgive the late hour. Our royal ravens, those feathered fiends, took to napping after a particularly daring breakfast heist from Fiona’s bowl. Speaking of the little monster, she is currently engaged in mortal combat with a particularly belligerent throw rug. A metaphor for our Empire, Solaris, perhaps? Though one far more entertaining.
Politics, Juliana, politics! A pox upon them!
Firstly, however, let me express my gratitude for the Starlight Herb you sent. It arrived in perfect condition—I can finally break through the barrier of Rank 6 and level up! I would hug you if you were here, I am that delighted. I had mentioned in my previous letter about my struggle to find this rare magical ingredient. Your thoughtfulness has saved me countless hours of searching. I am truly grateful.
Your letter arrived just as the sun was setting. Regardless, I must say, your inquiries about the Empire were most timely. The current state of affairs is as tumultuous as ever, but your interest brings a certain comfort.
The woes of the Empire know no bounds, nor sleep schedules. The Council chambers have become a viper’s den, with every faction angling for power and influence. The Zardonian trade talks are a mere sideshow to the true tempest brewing on the northern border. The interminable border dispute with the barbarians of the Frostlands seems on the precipice of boiling over once more. Their new chieftain, a brute by the name of Borstag, rallies his men with promises of plunder and glory. Father clings to peace like a limpet to a rock, but the Frost Marches grow bolder by the day, and his patience is wearing mighty thin with the inexperienced chieftain.
As always, our esteemed Council members bicker over tactics older than my grandmother’s corgi. That was sarcasm, by the way. Though one sorely needed. Expect a summons from your father soon. He would likely dispatch a delegation to your father, Lord Alexander, King of Obsidian, and knowing him, you’ll be the one trekking north.
The Asterian Empire has sent a new ambassador, a man named Volkov, whose reputation precedes him. They say he has a silver tongue and a heart as cold as the northern wastes. However, I find it delightful that the century long conflict with Asterians is coming to an end!
Now, onto the truly perplexing. Shahzada Amir Khan of a Sultanate from Zafir Empire in the south has taken to throwing veiled threats around since he arrived with a delegation. The man speaks with the bluster of a peacock yet carries the political acumen of a barnacle. Why the Sultan sent him here is beyond me. A jest, perhaps? A test of my much-restrained fist? Father insists on decorum, of course. Ugh. The indignity! I fucking hate it. I swear, the intrusive thoughts are almost enough to make one yearn for a good, old-fashioned beheading. But alas, diplomacy is the order of the day.
I confess, Juliana, I find myself envying your brother’s exile to the Bordertowns. At least he gets some fresh air and excitement. Here, I’m drowning in a sea of stuffy pronouncements and endless meetings. Regardless, a storm is brewing on the horizon, my friend. The memories of the last war fade with each generation, and some, particularly the younger nobles, are itching for a fight. Glory-hungry pups, the lot of them.
Write back soon, Juliana. Your wit is a life raft in this sea of suffocating etiquette.
With love and longing for a good brawl,
Elizabeth Solaris

After reading the letter, Juliana felt her fingers twitch. Elizabeth had no shortage of sharp intellect or courage, but sometimes the girl could use a bit of rest. Politics had turned her hair whiter, though, admittedly, the color suited the woman well.
As her mind wandered, so too did her eyes until, like magnets to a lodestone, they fell on the portrait of her little brother, Theodore. She sighed, then shook her head. What can I even do... Juliana clenched and unclenched a fist. If there was one thing she hated, it was being helpless. Regardless, the political landscape was as tumultuous as ever before. There wasn’t much anyone could do without falling into someone else’s trap. Still, the fact remained that a good third of the Council members seemed bent on starting a new war. Hopefully, the Emperor, Lucianos Solarian IV, would remain firm.
But as she turned her attention back to the letter, Juliana allowed her tense face to relax as a mischievous smirk appeared. She got up and moved over to her desk, writing a letter. Scribbling away at her reply, she laughed before she waved the sheet into the air until the ink had dried. Then she sealed the message with a wax seal of a lock. With practiced efficiency, Juliana tied it to the royal pigeon, gave a gentle stroke to its neck before tossing the bird in the air.
Her personal guard, Alessia, coughed from the side.
“Lady Juliana. Is Lady Elizabeth well?” Alessia, dressed in full ceremonial attire, smiled.
“As well as ever,” Juliana smiled, her short silver hair swaying as she chuckled.
“Then I’m sure the Empire will be fine. Sending her your reply, Lady Juliana?”
“Indeed,” Juliana replied. “Are we to start the interrogation anytime soon?”
They’d captured one of the Night Whispers, an infamous underground guild in Astra Lucis—the Capital of their kingdom, Obsidian. Obsidian was a kingdom under the Solaris Empire, and Juliana’s father was the king of said kingdom. Juliana wasn’t really one to call the kettle black, not when her family’s security forces used a good dozen such criminal organizations, but one group in particular was making quite the stink.
The problem wasn’t apprehending the man.
Rather, the difficulty came from breaking his will and having the rat reveal any names or, much more preferable, secret locations where his band of thieves stored the loot they had acquired over the past year.
Obsidian’s population stood at nearly a million souls, and it was one of the bigger Kingdoms under the Solaris Empire.
Alessia nodded to her query. “Yes, it should not be much longer, Miss Juliana,” Alessia nodded and scratched her cheek, an action that drew Juliana’s gaze. Alessia was a bear of a woman, large and imposing. In her youth, Juliana remembered the woman fighting off four young adventurers single-handed.
That memory never failed to give Juliana chills.
“What is it, Alessia?”
“Um, it was Lady Karmichael that brought him in. She might demand something, milady,” Alessia explained sheepishly.
Lady Karmichael wasn’t exactly an enemy but it was best not to have that woman poke around. Juliana knew the type very well.
“Let’s go,” Juliana grumbled, then marched off to find her meddlesome Aunt, Lady Karmichael. She found her in the torture room, much to her disappointment and annoyance.
“My dear child,” Lady Karmichael smirked as Juliana strode into the dimly lit room. “Fancy finding you here.”
Juliana rolled her eyes. The woman had a blindfold on and a glimmering knife in her hands. Juliana could see a dark patch of blood-stained the floor, and on the other side, the man she assumed was from the Night Whispers lay slumped against the wall. He had passed out, or was sleeping.
“Come now, don’t look at me with those beautiful eyes,” Lady Karmichael leaned in close, “this room will do you good.”
“No, thank you,” Juliana said flatly.
“So uptight,” Lady Karmichael sighed.
“Go annoy my father or mother with your antics, I beg you, aunt,” Juliana groaned, wanting nothing to do with this place, nor that woman’s meddling.
“Alas, I am all too curious about his story to leave now.”
“I hope you’re not expecting favors,” Juliana pointedly stared at her.
“What else are family good for?” the lady sighed dramatically. “But worry not, little niece, I brought some things that could... encourage his cooperation. Be a darling and have a look for me?” she requested while rummaging through a rather bulky satchel.
Juliana rubbed the back of her neck. There was no point trying to tell the older woman ‘no’. That would only encourage her. Better to pick her battles carefully. After all, Juliana could recall how much this woman practically thrived on chaos. There was that one summer when Juliana had been a child—Lady Karmichael had transformed a mundane game of hide-and-seek into... something else. Giggling like a banshee, she’d scattered them across the property, teleporting Theodore into the highest branches of an oak tree they used to have, his face turning green with fear, and Juliana herself somewhere else. Dark, cold, cupboard. It was a night of frustration and childish delight, all orchestrated by the woman’s uncanny ability, a power that both terrified and fascinated Juliana. Regardless, they’d denied playing the next day, and... Juliana shuddered. She didn’t dare recall those memories of torment as Lady Karmichael had refused their denial and proceeded to “play” anyway.
“Very well,” Juliana conceded. She didn’t hate her aunt, neither was the woman antagonistic. Just... insufferably annoying. As expected, she went straight for her tools.
“Oy, wake up, honey. I didn’t put enough poison in you to let you rot!” the woman said with a kind smile, kicking the passed-out captive, waking him up.
Juliana watched dispassionately—she held no sympathy for people like him.
“Where am I? How long was I out?” The man groaned as he opened his eyes.
“Doesn’t matter, honey,” Lady Karmichael beamed innocently at the groaning man. “Now, let us begin, shall we?”
The man’s face turned ashen, then as he most likely recalled what he’d gone through, he crawled back and screamed. He kept screaming, yet neither the sound nor his futile resistance stopped Lady Karmichael and her smile from approaching him.
“Hush now, you won’t even feel this, pinky promise,” she promised, turning a pleasant smile on her prey.
It took no longer than a few minutes for Lady Karmichael to get the man talking in a bubbling mess, although only in grunts. And a good half an hour more before he passed out again. In the meanwhile, Lady Karmichael seemed engrossed and blissfully unbothered.
“Well, wasn’t that something? Alessia, my dear,” Lady Karmichael spoke her final verdict and turned to face Juliana’s personal guardswoman, “is our good guest not just adorable, hmm?”
“...As you say, Lady Karmichael,” Alessia replied awkwardly.
Juliana, on the other hand, was deep in thought. The Night Whispers, it seemed, were based in one of the Bordertowns, Corinth, if the tortured man spoke the truth. They’d been behind a recent dungeon incursion there and were getting too powerful for their own good. Juliana narrowed her eyes. Looks like I’m gonna have to visit the Bordertowns before I’m off north. Thankfully, the Bordertowns happen to be in the north anyway.
“It is settled, my lovely Juliana” Lady Karmichael said smugly, placing both her hands on her hips.
“What’s settled?” Juliana looked at her curiously.
“You and I are heading to the north,” she laughed merrily.
“Huh, what?” Juliana raised an eyebrow. “We?” she asked.
“Brother insists I accompany you. Those places are filled with scoundrels, and it’s the least I can do to keep my baby niece safe.”
“What are you talking about,” Juliana said, though she’d already made the connections.
“You’ll see,” the woman said.
Juliana let out a long-suffering sigh.
***
The door of her father’s study creaked open with a sigh, revealing a room bathed in the warm glow of the late afternoon sun streaming through the high windows. No, the sigh hadn’t been the door, it seemed, but herself. Sure enough, Juliana had been summoned by her father to his studies just as she’d expected. Staring at the sea of meticulously organized parchments and leather-bound tomes that lined the walls floor-to-ceiling, Juliana braced herself and entered. Behind a massive desk, her father sat hunched over a particularly thick scroll, his brow furrowed in concentration.
“I need you to go north and beat some sense into the new chieftain,” he said finally, not taking his eyes off the papers he was looking over.
“What is it about?” she asked.
“Yvarik seeks to settle things amicably, but his son is obstinate, and given that he’s the new chieftain, Yvarik cannot do anything anymore. He’s old, no longer the chieftain he used to be. His hands are tied; his words and attempts at peace no longer have the weight to sway Borstag. Borstag is proving... unpredictable. The treaties we established seem to hold little sway with him.” He said thoughtfully. “He’s young, untested. Power can be a seductive siren song.”
Juliana stiffened. “Surely diplomacy is still an option?”
Her father steepled his fingers. “Diplomacy has its limits, Juliana. We’ve established borders, signed treaties, yet Borstag disregards them all. Yvarik’s son’s a true barbarian. Reject the treaties, ignores the borders we so painstakingly established. Has no honor. Borders are mere suggestions to him. Their raids on our settlements grow bolder by the day. We need a show of force, a message that echoes beyond the Frostwall Mountains.”
“But the treaties—”
“Were negotiated with Yvarik, a man of honor,” he interrupted gently. “Yvarik, I respect immensely. He’s a man of reason, a rarity among his kind. However, history is littered with broken promises from those who haven’t yet grasped the value of peace. We can’t risk the safety of our people on speculation. Borstag is a different breed. He prioritizes immediate gain over long-term stability. As always, you have your mother’s perspective, not the reality,” her father sighed. “While your views would indeed be ideal, unfortunately, this is not an ideal world we live in. They’re barbarians and cannot be trusted to hold their vows.”
“We’ve already ceded vast swathes of fertile land in the treaty, haven’t we?” she argued. “What more do they want?”
“Their insatiable greed knows no bounds,” he said. “They disrespect the sanctity of agreements, these barbarians. They are an infestation that needs to be dealt with decisively.”
Juliana couldn’t hold back any longer. “With all due respect, Father,” she said, a knot in her throat, “the so-called barbarians have a much higher regard for their [Oaths] than most of the Obsidian nobles who line their pockets with bribes and plot behind each other’s backs! The Orcs of the Iron Peaks have been exemplary trading partners for years, and the Sylvans-”
“Sylvans?” her father cut her off, his voice hardening. “Those reclusive tree-dwellers may not be actively hostile, but their neutrality leans towards a ticking time bomb waiting to explode.”
Juliana pressed. “Perhaps it wouldn’t have to come to that if we treated them as equals, with respect and understanding—”
“The world isn’t always sunshine and roses, my dear,” he said, his voice turning firm but not unkind. “Strength is a necessary tool, even a distasteful one. It doesn’t negate diplomacy, but sometimes serves as its foundation. Think of it as a language some understand better than words.” He sighed. “This is precisely why your mother’s softness is ill-suited for these times. I love her compassion, but they understand only strength, Juliana. Force them to submit, or they will overrun us all. You’re far too idealistic. When the time is right, I would not hesitate to lower my head for the betterment of our people, but right now, it is not the time.
“Barbarians, Juliana, are driven by nothing more than primal urges and insatiable greed. They cannot be reasoned with. Their promises are as empty as the wind whistling through their desolate plains. Yvarik was, and still is, different. A strong leader, as Yvarik was, can subdue them and focus their attention on something else, or amongst themselves, but someone like Borstag? He who so easily falls to temptation? He cannot be a strong leader the barbarians need. I consider Yvarik a friend, so does Emperor Solarian IV. Look, I understand it goes against your views, but this isn’t about mere border skirmishes. We need to shore up the northern settlements before the situation spirals further.”
Juliana’s jaw clenched. “Father—”
“Stop, Juliana, I do not wish to argue on something pointless.”
Juliana frowned deeper but held her tongue. She understood the differences between her mother’s and father’s perspective on other races. Mother wanted people to get along; father, on the other hand, believed that they couldn’t learn to get along, so peace could only come when some groups of people were subdued by others. It was a view many had taken among their nobles. Barbarians were little better than monsters to them.
“Intelligence comes with inherent stupidity. Civilization, my dear, is a fragile thing. Even the most advanced minds can fall prey to the primal urge for conquest. It seems embedded within the very fabric of existence,” her father said. “Intelligence is a double-edged sword. It allows for great achievements, but also the capacity for immense destruction. Perhaps, in the end, all intelligent life, regardless of origin, carries the seeds of its own downfall. This is an inherent flaw, not exclusive to barbarians.”
All this talk of barbarity ignored centuries of peaceful coexistence with the Barbarians, the Orcs with their fierce warrior culture, the nomadic Centaurs who valued freedom above all else, and even the Sylvans with their deep connection to nature—all were seen as little better than monsters by some. But even then, the Orcs, though fierce, had established trade agreements and even military alliances with the Empire in the past. The nomadic Centaurs, while wary of outsiders, respected strength and courage, and their neutrality helped maintain a balance of power. The Sylvans, though reclusive, were vital stewards of the forests, and their knowledge of herbal remedies was unmatched. The alliance with the Healers Guild and [Druids] from the Sylvans was one of the strongest, as well as one of the most beneficial ones.
There had been other races in the past.
Elves had essentially vanished some 500 years prior along with dragons and some other races like the Dwarves, the enigmatic Djinn and the amphibious Merfolk. The only remaining races on the continent were the aforementioned Orcs, Centaurs, and Sylvans, along with the Nagas—serpent-like humanoids residing within the Zafir Empire to the south. Beastkin, humanoids with animalistic features, were rumored to occupy another continent entirely.
“There are two pressing matters, then,” he continued, his voice returning to a semblance of control. “One, you must travel north and deal with this Borstag. Subdue him, if necessary. Remind him who holds the true power in this land. The other... I need you to take your aunt with you and use the situation to fortify the northern settlements. Coin and manpower are dwindling thanks to the Progressives’ constant meddling. They’re a rising group of young nobles within the Council who believe the Empire should focus on diplomacy and internal development, neglecting the need for a strong military presence. They criticize our spending on border security and military campaigns, seeing them as wasteful and provocative. They are naive, Juliana. While their ideals are good, they’re far too naïve—having seen no war, no barbarity. Nothing. They’re children. They do not yet know that without a strong military, peace is an illusion. Regardless, you will reinforce the northern settlements, bolster their defenses. Show them they are not forgotten by the true power of the Empire. Am I understood?”
Juliana bowed curtly. “As you command, Father. I will depart as soon as possible.”
“One more thing,” he added, his brow furrowed. “See to your brother, Theodore, while you’re in that region. Your mother worries, and frankly, the boy needs a stern hand.”
Juliana only nodded. There was no denying her mother’s wishes on this, not that Juliana disapproved. She herself wanted to check up on her brother—he was rather troublesome, but he was her brother, all the same. Had you just kept yourself in check, you’d still be here, she sighed.
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2024.06.05 16:06 Correct-Wait-516 Some Stone & Wit Reviews

I was intrigued by their fast TAT and curated catalog. I like the idea that I could affordably sample their entire catalog. And I wanted more spring/summer scents in my collection. I ordered it, and less than a week later (4 or 5 days, I think?), it was in my hands.
Drink from the Waves (Notes: crab apple, geranium, sea spray)
I mostly get geranium and sea spray with some faint crabapple. The geranium is powdery, but not heavy. And the sea spray and crabapple add some freshness to it although on me, it’s mostly powdery. I’ve never been to an ocean so I don’t know how accurate this is in terms of that, but it does smell like salty, cool air.
It also kind of smells like a lotion that my mom would have had when I was a kid. This scent feels a little old-fashioned, but not in a cloying or heavy way. I didn’t think I would like this kind of scent, but it surprised me. This doesn’t have the longevity that some of their other scents have, but with these notes, I didn’t expect it to.
Verdict: Don’t know if I’ll full-size it yet, but I can see myself wearing it during hot summer days. I might seek out more geranium scents.
Frith (Notes: blueberry, dandelion greens, sage, witch hazel, vetiver)
I don’t hate this one, but I never want to wear it. The blueberry smells artificial to me like blueberry hard candy. I’ve seen a lot of reviews saying this was too herbal for some people, but I don’t get herbal at all. It has pretty good longevity and throw though. I can smell it all day. This is probably the only one of Stone & Wit’s scents I’ve tried that I wouldn’t recommend. It doesn’t smell bad. It just doesn’t smell like it’s supposed to.
Verdict: Probably won’t wear this one. Curious to see if I change my mind on it.
Lost Temple (Notes: birch leaves, cool air, incense)
This is my most worn Stone & Wit fragrance at the time of writing this. This is woody and sweet. I get more incense on the drydown, and it’s not heavy or overwhelming. It smells fruity, kind of like apples. In the description online, it lists patchouli and smoke. I don’t really get either of those. I do get a hint of mint, which adds to the coolness and outdoorsy vibe. It reminds me of hiking by the beach near all of the birch trees.. It’s very subtle. I have to pretty much sniff my arm to be able to smell it.
Verdict: Smells like birch trees. I really like this one. Very grounding. Don’t know if I’ll full-size it yet. I wish it had more throw.
Neon Noir (Notes: pink limeade, cannabis leaf, plum, vetiver, cetalox)
It opens heavy on somewhat skunky cannabis and artificial pink limeade, which balance each other out well. To me, artificial is good because pink limeade is artificial. As it dries, the plum starts to come out more and adds a little bit of freshness to an overall musky fragrance. I think the vetiver and cetalox add a musky quality that works well with the cannabis (I don’t know much about either of these notes).
It smells like I’ve been smoking weed or at a party with a lot of weed smoke so I wouldn’t wear this to work lol. Neon Noir is a moody and dark atmospheric. It reminds me of the birthday party in the TV show Russian Doll minus cigarette smoke. This smells like coming home from clubbing. Weed, mixed drinks, sweat.
Verdict: A+ scent, but probably won’t full-size because I will only wear this at home or a night out. This scent is too cool for me lol.
Turyin (Notes: pomegranate, plum, sandalwood, gunpowder)
This opens heavy on the pomegranate and plum, but those fade quickly and it dries down to mostly sandalwood and gunpowder with some fruitiness. The gunpowder adds some smokiness. Good longevity. The fruit is very tart and acidic, but the sandalwood and gunpowder add warmth. I’m worried that I have the pickle/sandalwood curse. I can’t tell if it’s the sandalwood or the acidity of the pomegranate that’s causing the pickle smell, and I don’t smell it all of the time, but often enough, that I don’t wear it.
I was most excited for Turyin because of the gunpowder and the inspiration behind it was interesting. However, between the pickle smell and the fact that I don’t think I enjoy strong fruit scents, I just don’t love it like I thought I would.
Verdict: Unique fragrance, but not for me. I won’t full-size.
Overall Thoughts: I’ve worn Lost Temple and Drink from the Waves the most since receiving these, and both of those are full-size contenders if I finish up my samples. And Neon Noir, while I won’t wear it often, is a work of art to me. I think trying this house has taught me that I don’t love strong fruit scents. I like the softer ones, and I also like powdery scents or at least, the one that I’ve tried. I also discovered that I might have the weird pickle/sandalwood smell so I’m hesitant to try sandalwood again.
I really enjoyed trying Stone & Wit, and I’ll probably try more from this house in the future. I’m still interested in trying more from my wishlist now that I have a better idea of the house and my tastes.

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2024.06.05 10:40 missundecisivebish Smokable herbs that won’t make my heart fall out?!

Hello beautiful people ✨ I’m interested in trying smokable herbs as a cannabis alternative but have some concerns I wanted your opinion on :)
Regular weed gives me extreme anxiety, panic attacks, heart palpitations and paranoia to the point just thinking about it rn makes my heart rate go up. I know herbs don’t have any THC or CBD, but I’m still concerned they can potentially make me feel bad. Even CBD, which isn’t supposed to cause panic attacks (quite opposite actually; it’s supposed to relax anxiety) gave me the same bad reactions as THC, so naturally I’m super hesitant to smoke anything at this point. Do you think I’m a candidate for herbs due to this?
I’m looking into herbal smokes because I miss that ritualistic and sacred feeling of smoking cannabis. What are your herb recommendations I can blend? I still want to feel something when I smoke, whether that’s relaxation, euphoria, even maybe some psychedelic effects, but just without those nasty side effects. What do you think?
Thank you! ✨🌿

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2024.06.04 19:20 itsexquisiteagony Update to my previous "It got so much worse"

Hello everyone I hope you are doing well.
This is an update to my previous post. Firstly I want to thank everyone who responded for their kind words and support. I tried to reply to everyone but missed some I'm sure.
Things have improved for me somewhat since I last posted :) I wrote a letter of "complaint" to the Practice Manager and she met with me the same day. Her assistant had issues with TN in the past and was totally in agreement with my description, she said it beat childbirth by a long way.
So my medication has been altered, I'm still on the max dose of indometacin, with 125mg of Lamotrigine (I am allowed to go up to 200mg) and 300mg pregabalin (I can increase to 600mg). I've been instructed to stay off amitriptyline unless I'm in dire need.
The biggest revelation I had was that I seem to have developed an allergy to herbal cannabis. I was a regular user for some time (smoking) and suddenly I realised that my throat was feeling tight. It then aggravated my neck and up to to my TN. That last attack was awful and I ended up in ER for a few hours. I always thought cannabis was helping but finally put 2 and 2 together and saw it was the opposite.
I've stopped smoking completely now and have been staying with family since my last post. Things are pretty stable mood-wise and I haven't had a major flare up for a week now. The Dr has written "urgent" notes to neurology, pain clinic, audiology and a couple of mental health orgs. I also got a short-term script for diazepam (valium?) which let me have several nights of real rest.
I'm not sure when I will get back to normal life and move back home but I'm slowly making progress. I drove for the first time in 2+ years, only a short trip but I had no issues and it felt amazing. I really feel like I got part of my life back :)
Hopefully things keep improving, my biggest hurdle right now is thinking of spending the first night alone at my house but....baby steps.
I hope you all manage to find some peace too, I will be sending good thoughts out for all of you. And again, thank you so much for the words and support <3

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2024.06.04 17:22 actuk Giscours, 2023

£246 IB/6
Jane Anson 95/100
Inky, expertly constructed, fleshy blackberry, pomegranate and cassis fruits, black pepper, sage, rosemary and smoked cumin spice, with lift, nuance and momentum through the palate, clearly an excellent vintage at Giscours, although relatively low 31hl/ha yields.
Drink 2030 - 2050
Jane Anson, Inside Bordeaux (April 2024)
Neal Martin, Vinous 90-92/100
The 2023 Giscours was picked between September 6 and October 6, a month-long harvest at an average of 31hL/ha, lower than usual due to the loss of Merlot. This has a higher percentage of Cabernet Sauvignon (71%). No sulfites were added until fermentation, and the élevage includes 50% new oak. This sample was taken from a foudre that represents a combination of barrels; I tasted it three times thereafter. It has a classically styled bouquet, less open and concentrated than the 2022, but well-defined with graphite-tinged black fruit. The palate is medium-bodied with a bright entry, a crisp line of acidity and fresh black fruit, with a noticeable marine/briny influence that guides the finish. This is not a powerful Giscours and doesn't quite have the persistence of the previous vintage, but I admire its linearity and classicism.
Drink 2029 - 2045
Neal Martin, Vinous.com (April 2024)
Antonio Galloni, Vinous 96-98/100
The 2023 Giscours is the very best wine I have ever tasted here. Giscours has been knocking on the door of Bordeaux's elite for a few years now. Two thousand twenty-three is the year in which Giscours joins the region's big boys and girls. A towering, majestic Margaux, the 2023 dazzles from start to finish. What a wine!
Drink 2030 - 2063
Antonio Galloni, Vinous.com (April 2024)
Lisa Perrotti-Brown MW 93-95/100
Deep garnet-purple in color, the 2023 Giscours flies out of the glass with vibrant notes of blackcurrant jelly, kirsch, and black raspberries giving way to hints of lilacs, pencil lead, and mossy tree bark. The medium-bodied palate is super soft and silky, with a well-knit line of soft acidity framing the bright, vibrant, and elegantly styled red and black fruit layers, finishing long and perfumed. This is a very alluring Giscours! The blend is 71% Cabernet Sauvignon, 23% Merlot, and 6% Cabernet Franc, yield 34 hl/ha, aging in oak barrels, 50% new.
Drink 2028 - 2042
Lisa Perrotti-Brown MW, The Wine Independent (May 2024)
Jancis Robinson MW 16.5/20
71% Cabernet Sauvignon, 23% Merlot and 6% Cabernet Franc. Cask sample.
Dark fruit with a chocolate edge. Juicy fruit on the palate with a certain concentration. Clean, firm finish. Less depth but does the job.
Drink 2028 - 2042
James Lawther MW, JancisRobinson.com (April 2024)
Wine Advocate 94-96/100
The 2023 Giscours is one of the real successes of the vintage, unwinding in the glass with aromas of dark berries, cherries and red fruits mingled with hints of undergrowth, violets and licorice. Medium to full-bodied, deep and layered, it's seamless and concentrated, with a fleshy core of fruit framed by ripe, powdery tannins and succulent acids, concluding with a long, broad finish. It's a blend of 71% Cabernet Sauvignon, 23% Merlot and 6% Cabernet Franc.
William Kelley, Wine Advocate (April 2024)
James Suckling 96-97/100
This really expands in the mouth, with tight tannins that are polished and velvety. The fruit shows depth and purity. Medium to full body. Juicy center-palate. Like the ripe fruit in the center palate. The quality of the tannins in this rises to a new level. The tannins pull you through the wine. 71% cabernet sauvignon, 7% cabernet franc and the rest merlot.
James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com (April 2024)
Decanter 95/100
Some clear Cabernet notes on the nose, herbal elements, blackcurrant leaf and cranberry fruit. Smells ripe and cool with gorgeous milk chocolate elements. Energy is the first thing that springs to mind. There’s power here but there’s precision and velvety tannins to this too which gives both structure and brightness. Excellent harmony, this has roundness and depth, not too lean, with crunchy and really present chalky, wet stone tannins. Cranberry and strawberry with blueberry. Still lean, it’s straight but finessed with long, lingering flavours. It’s not as soft and plush as Giscours can be, not as naturally sexy, it’s more serious, but there’s suaveness here. Excellent effort. 3.75pH. Ageing 50% new oak. 70% grand vin production.
Drink 2030 - 2049
Georgina Hindle, Decanter (April 2024)
Jeb Dunnuck 94-96/100
Deep purple-hued, the 2023 Château Giscours is beautifully done and brings a rare level of opulence while staying balanced and graceful. Cassis and more blue fruits, sappy flowers, violets, and minty herbs all define the bouquet, and it hits the palate with medium to full-bodied richness as well as ripe, polished tannins. I love its mid-palate, and it has perfectly integrated acidity and one heck of a great finish. It's going to be a classic Margaux that will benefit from 4-6 years of bottle age and evolve gracefully over the following two decades. The blend is 71% Cabernet Sauvignon, 23% Merlot, and the rest Cabernet Franc.
Jeb Dunnuck, JebDunnuck.com (May 2024)

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2024.06.04 15:45 karenvideoeditor The Shortcut

Cutting through the cemetery shaved a good twenty minutes off my walk to and from school, so I’d been doing it since first grade. I was a latchkey kid, with my mom working full time as a secretary in a dental office in town. It wasn’t spooky to me, even in the early hours when the sun had just managed to clear the horizon. Then I hit puberty and things changed.
I was about halfway through the cemetery when I caught movement out of the corner of my eye, the size and shape that my brain recognized as a person. But, stopping to glance in that direction, I was unnerved to see nobody there. Looking around, there was nowhere they could have ducked and hidden; the larger gravestones were further to the west. Slowly I started walking again, but a few moments later, my gaze instinctively went to the movement again, and again there was nothing and no one there.
Hiking up my backpack further on my shoulders and tightly, anxiously, holding the straps, I sped up my pace, hurrying even though I had plenty of time. “You’re just tired,” I mumbled to myself. “You’re not seeing them. It’s not real.”
You’d think trying to talk myself out of seeing ghosts was because I was scared of them coming after me like in a horror movie, but that wasn’t it. My grandmother on my mother’s side was a medium, had seen ghosts everywhere, and it had almost driven her crazy. She’d made a living using her skills, unsurprisingly, but that’s because you have a hard time doing any other job when there are ghosts constantly trying to get your attention. And I didn’t want that. It had skipped at least one generation, since both my mother and my uncle lacked the ability, and I had hoped, and assumed, it would skip me too.
Then, there it was, just a few yards away. A fully-fledged apparition, a woman no older than my mother, with blood soaked down the front of her shirt.
I burst into a run, ignoring any and all flickers of movement in my peripheral vision. Once I exited through the iron gate at the other end, perpetually open and frozen in place by rust, I realized there were tears in my eyes. I didn’t want this ‘gift’, didn’t want to deal with the dead harassing me day in and day out, didn’t want to see their bodies mutilated and decomposing.
Standing there at the exit, waiting to catch my breath, I shook my head as if I could shake off the sights I’d seen. But they were there and never going away, and like a growth spurt continuing on over time, my skills at seeing and hearing spirits would improve. Taking in and letting out a deep breath, I continued on toward school, my gaze firmly on the sidewalk as if it was the most fascinating thing in the world.
That day at school, I saw another ghost, and I knew it wouldn’t be the last time I saw her. Ghosts were consistent, haunting the same place, thing, or person without straying more than a few yards away. That meant I’d have to deal with her for the rest of the year.
My mother told me that ghosts usually didn’t haunt graveyards because they had no real attachment to their body, and I knew that to be true, but that didn’t keep me from foregoing my shortcut on the way home from then on. Luckily there weren’t any ghosts in our house. I knew I could attempt to get rid of them by helping them deal with their unfinished business, but I really didn’t want that to become a thing. I was only twelve; I didn’t want to deal with any of it.
When my mom got home from work, she found me doing homework in the kitchen and noticed my mood right away.
“Something happen at school?” she asked worriedly, taking a seat beside me.
I met her gaze. “I saw ghosts today.”
She froze, staring at me, and then her expression became pained and weary. “You saw… Oh, Emily, I’m sorry. I know you didn’t want this.” I swallowed hard and averted my gaze. “Well…we’ll talk to someone at the nearest herbal shop. I’ll ask if they can come ward the house. There’s no one here, is there?”
“No,” I muttered. “But there’s one attached to my teacher.”
My mother sighed, putting a hand on my shoulder and squeezing it briefly. “That sucks. I’m sorry.”
“Grandma grew up a long time ago,” I said plaintively. “Isn’t there something people have discovered since then that could help me? Like a barrier that would keep them away?”
“Like a restraining order?” she said with a sad smile. “No, honey, I’m sorry. But everyone has their trials in life. It just seems yours is more of a burden. We’ll get through it though, and you’ll figure out how to deal with them. Grandma told me she trained herself to keep her eyes away from other people’s eyes, which is hard because it’s instinctive for most people to meet someone else’s gaze, but you can do it. That will keep you from accidentally letting ghosts know you can see them. And any that do start to pester you, we’ll deal with. Okay?”
I let out a ragged sigh. “Yeah. Okay.”
The old woman attached to my teacher, though, that was one I wanted to sort out right away. It wasn’t likely I’d be able to ignore her forever, of course, so doing things on my terms was my best option.
At the end of the class, I went at a slow pace as I closed my binder and put it away in my backpack, lingering, waiting for my classmates to leave. Once they’d all left, my teacher, Ms. Hazel, noticed me approaching her desk and she gave me a smile. “Hey, Emily. Something wrong?”
I wrung the straps of my backpack in my hands nervously and nodded. “I…I just started… My grandma could see ghosts. And we thought when it skipped my mom and… There’s a ghost attached to you,” I forced out. “An old lady. I can see her.”
Ms. Hazel froze. “What?” she whispered.
“She has gray hair down to here,” I told her, gesturing to just above my shoulder, “has brown eyes, and is dressed in a green shirt with butterflies on it and blue jeans. Do you know who it is?”
Tears started to form in her eyes. “She’s here now?”
“Yeah.”
“That’s…That’s my mother,” she whispered.
At this point, the ghost was standing next to Ms. Hazel, one hand gently stroking the woman’s hair, although she was translucent, so she couldn’t actually touch it. “Is there…something you wanted to say?” I asked the ghost.
My teacher’s eyes went to a spot in mid-air, near where I was staring, as the older woman spoke to me in a soft, raspy tone, that of someone who had smoked most of their life. “She wanted to tell you the key to the jewelry box, the music box one, it’s under the mug on the kitchen counter,” I said. “She noticed you trying to find it, I guess.”
“Oh,” she whispered. Wiping her eyes, she nodded. “That’s very kind of you to tell me, Emily. I know you won’t want any of the other children finding out what you can do, and I promise I’ll keep it a secret.”
“Thanks,” I muttered.
“Thank you for letting me know what my mother wanted to tell me,” she said quietly. At that, her mother’s spirit dissipated into nothing, in a way that felt permanent. I realized she’d passed on, and tension released from my shoulders. “Can you tell her I love her?” Ms. Hazel asked. “I didn’t get to say goodbye. I wasn’t at the hospital when she passed.”
Knowing she wouldn’t know the difference and how much it would mean to her, I answered, “She heard you. She loves you too.” Then I paused before saying, “I think she’s moving on now.”
“I love you, Mom,” she said softly, wiping tears from her eyes. “I miss you.”
Waiting to the count of three, I said, “She’s gone.”
Ms. Hazel sniffled and met my gaze, smiling through her tears. “I know mediums lead difficult lives, Emily, but that was an incredible gift you just gave me. Honestly, I don’t know what to say.”
I shifted my weight on my feet, uncomfortable with such earnest praise from a teacher. “You’re welcome. I should get to class,” I said, glancing as students started to file into the classroom, looking curiously and worriedly at Ms. Hazel’s teary eyes.
“Oh, yes, of course,” she said, shaking her head. “Do you need a note?”
“No, it’s just down the hall. I’ll see you tomorrow.”
“See you tomorrow, Emily.”
I quickly turned and left, dodging students as I made my way into the hall. Reflecting on what had happened and how I’d helped not just one person but two, even knowing what I was in for with this ability, I couldn’t help but smile.
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[WP] You always walk through the cemetery to get home from school until one day you start seeing ghosts.
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2024.06.04 15:11 Lissten2YourHeart Harshing My Buzz

A few years ago I was newly moved into my apartment and got along with my neighbors. One evening I am outside in my cat partaking in some herbal relaxation, as are my neighbors in the car beside me (we can't smoke in the building but can in the parking lot or cars). So we are vibing, not blaring music or anything, when a lady who also lives in the building walks in between our cars and gawks in our windows and taps on mine. I rolled me windows down: Me : Hi Karen: yea ya are aren't ya? Me: I'm sorry is there a problem? Karen: yes please getting high around here Me: ma'am I live here and am a medical patient taking my meds. Karen: well someone has been hanging around poisoning my cat
At this point I knew she had mental health issues. And I politely told her that if that's the case to contact our landlord and maybe the police. She seems to almost snap out of a trance and apologized. Saying she hasn't been herself since quarantine (this took place in 2021/2022) I sympathized and gave her a pass. She could see we weren't trouble makers and we were minding out own business My neighbors had their windows down at this point and were baffled at the exchange. We all kind of laughed and I replied "luckily I am experienced dealing with confrontational people" lol which is the case given I had 16 years experience as a youth worker, and been confronted by erratic children and ignorant adults. Ha .
This lady may not be a full Karen as she apologized and admitted to not being in a balanced mindset but the encounter resonates as a Karen encounter. I could have went off on her for her first sparky comment and escalated it from there

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2024.06.04 13:12 DentistryinDubai 10 Reasons Behind Sour or Bitter Taste in Your Mouth

It is normal to experience a sour sensation in your tongue after eating something bitter, such as chicory or black coffee. A persistent bitter taste in your tongue, regardless of what you eat or drink, is not normal and could indicate one of several health issues.
It is not necessarily a significant issue to have a bitter taste in your mouth, but it might interfere with your daily life and nutrition.
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The causes of a bitter or sour tastes in your mouth can be

Dry mouth
Smoking
Acid reflux
Illness
Medicines
Pregnancy
Poor oral hygiene
Dehydration
Zinc Insufficiency
Burning mouth syndrome

Treatment for bad taste

Home remedies

Herbal teas
Avoiding strong-tasting foods and drinks
Drinking plenty of fluids
Gargling with salt water
Eating healthy snacks

Other reasons to look into regarding bitter and sour taste:

COVID-19:
According to the study conducted in 2021, the 75-member group was divided into three categories.

Covid-19 sufferers have a taste disorder
Patients with Covid-19 do not have taste disorders.
Healthy control group.

The study concluded that patients with covid 19 and a taste disorder had a higher sweet, sour, and bitter taste than those with covid 19 but no taste condition.
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A bitter or sour taste can be caused by a variety of factors, including poor dental hygiene and the use of certain drugs. Nonetheless, see your dentist to schedule regular oral care to minimize issues.
For more information read the full blog here : https://www.orisdentalcenter.ae/blog/10-reasons-behind-sour-or-bitter-taste-in-your-mouth/

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2024.06.04 08:56 drchitra What are some lifestyle changes that can complement infertility treatment for better results?

Lifestyle changes can significantly enhance the effectiveness of infertility treatment by improving overall health and reproductive function.
Here are several lifestyle modifications that can complement infertility treatment for better results:

1. Diet and Nutrition

a. Balanced Diet

Fruits and Vegetables: A diet rich in antioxidants from fruits and vegetables can improve reproductive health.
Lean Proteins: Incorporate lean proteins like chicken, fish, and plant-based sources to support hormone production.
Whole Grains: Whole grains provide essential nutrients and help in maintaining stable blood sugar levels.

b. Specific Nutrients

Folic Acid: Essential for both men and women; it helps in preventing birth defects and improving sperm quality.
Omega-3 Fatty Acids: Found in fish oil and flaxseeds, these fats improve overall reproductive health.
Iron and Zinc: Important for ovulation and sperm production.

2. Weight Management

Healthy Weight: Maintaining a healthy weight is crucial as both underweight and overweight conditions can affect hormone levels and ovulation. Aim for a BMI within the normal range.

3. Exercise and Physical Activity

Regular Exercise: Engaging in moderate physical activity, such as brisk walking or swimming, can help maintain a healthy weight and reduce stress.
Avoid Over-Exercising: Excessive physical activity can negatively impact reproductive hormones and menstrual cycles.

4. Stress Management

a. Relaxation Techniques

Yoga and Meditation: These practices help reduce stress and improve overall well-being.
Mindfulness and Deep Breathing: Techniques that help in calming the mind and reducing anxiety.

5. Avoiding Harmful Substances

a. Substance Avoidance

Smoking: Smoking can reduce fertility in both men and women. Quitting smoking can significantly improve reproductive health.
Alcohol: Limiting alcohol intake can help improve fertility.
Caffeine: Reducing caffeine consumption to moderate levels can be beneficial.

6. Environmental Factors

Avoiding Toxins: Limiting exposure to environmental toxins such as pesticides, heavy metals, and endocrine-disrupting chemicals found in some plastics and personal care products.

7. Hydration

Adequate Water Intake: Staying hydrated is essential for overall health and can improve cervical mucus, which is important for sperm mobility.

8. Sleep

Quality Sleep: Ensuring 7-8 hours of quality sleep per night helps in maintaining hormonal balance and overall health.

9. Herbal and Natural Supplements

a. Consultation Required

Herbal Remedies: Certain herbs, like Maca root and Vitex (chasteberry), are believed to support reproductive health, but should be used under the guidance of a healthcare provider.
Prenatal Vitamins: Taking prenatal vitamins can prepare the body for pregnancy and improve fertility.

10. Medical and Professional Support

Regular Check-ups: Keep up with regular medical appointments to monitor progress and make necessary adjustments to treatment plans.
Therapy and Counseling: Seeking therapy or counseling can help in managing the emotional stress associated with infertility.

Conclusion

Implementing these lifestyle changes can enhance the effectiveness of infertility treatments, potentially improving outcomes and overall well-being. Collaborating with healthcare providers to create a personalized plan is essential for the best results.

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