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2023.06.09 17:00 Coy9ine Stephen Smith Grand Jury Calling Witnesses, Reviewing Evidence - Cold case heats up …
| Stephen Smith Grand Jury Calling Witnesses, Reviewing Evidence FITSNews - Will Folks - Staff TLDR: SLED is considering two persons of interest in connection with Smith’s death – 25-year-old Patrick Wilson and 25-year-old Shawn Connelly. “The location of Smith’s body in the middle of the road was totally inconsistent with a vehicular strike – but the massive blood loss observed on the asphalt seemed inconsistent with him being murdered at another location,” I noted in a recent report. https://preview.redd.it/l5ffqzl6d05b1.jpg?width=2300&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=8dd74e55c7626109fdaab41163b0c8e62afef63d A statewide grand jury in Columbia, South Carolina is actively investigating the 2015 homicide of Stephen Smith, multiple sources familiar with its deliberations have confirmed to this news outlet. In fact, the grand jury is scheduled to reconvene next week to review evidence and hear testimony related to the murder of the 19-year-old from Hampton, S.C. In other words, it’s increasingly likely arrest warrants will eventually be issued in connection with this eight-year-old cold case – which gained international attention via its purported proximity to the **‘**Murdaugh Murders’ crime and corruption saga. Interest in the Smith case escalated even further after it was prominently featured in the hit Netflix documentary, ‘Murdaugh Murders: A Southern Scandal.’ Confirmation of the grand jury’s empaneling should come as no surprise to those following the case. Two weeks ago, Lexington, S.C. attorney Eric Bland – one of the attorneys representing Smith’s mother, Sandy Smith – said he believed a grand jury had been empaneled based on his conversations with chief Mark Keel of the S.C. State Law Enforcement Division (SLED). “(Keel) told me subpoenas are being issued – as well as warrants – and I believe there is a grand jury empaneled,” Bland said during a May 25, 2023 panel discussion on CourtTV. Bland was right … According to our sources, the grand jury has been meeting for several weeks and has already heard critical evidence related to this unsolved murder – including evidence which “conclusively proves” Smith was killed at the site where his body was found. Forensic expert Kenneth Kinsey has reportedly confirmed this assessment based on a review of the graphic crime scene photos of Smith’s murder. Kinsey was hired to review the evidence in this case as part of an independent investigation launched by Bland’s law firm. To recap: Smith’s body was discovered by a passing motorist (a tow truck driver) at approximately 4:00 a.m. EDT on July 8, 2015 in the middle of Sandy Run Road near Crocketville, S.C. Initially deemed gunshot wound – and later a vehicular hit-and-run – the investigation was originally handled by the S.C. Highway Patrol (SCHP) “Multi-Disciplinary Accident Investigation Team” (MAIT). It wasn’t until nearly six years later that it became an active murder case handled by SLED. SLED opened a homicide investigation into Smith’s death shortly after the savage slayings of 52-year-old Maggie Murdaugh and 22-year-old Paul Murdaugh on June 7, 2021 at Moselle – a 1,700-acre hunting property straddling the Salkehatchie River which until recently belonged to the Murdaugh family. Disbarred attorney Alex Murdaugh – a scion of this once-dominant legal dynasty – was convicted of those killings and sentenced to life in prison in March of this year. What was the Murdaugh family’s connection to Smith’s death? It’s not immediately clear. According to 26-year-old Buster Murdaugh – who has been accused by many on social media of being involved in the crime – there is no connection. “These baseless rumors of my involvement with Stephen and his death are false,” Murdaugh said in a statement released back in March. “I unequivocally deny any involvement in his death.” Others close to this story – including Sandy Smith – believe otherwise. In fact, Smith wrote a letter to the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) in the fall of 2016 detailing the Murdaugh family’s alleged involvement. “Stephen had on more than one occasion mentioned to friends and his twin sister that he was involved romantically with someone from a prominent family in the county who was hiding his sexuality,” Smith wrote in her letter. “He said it would shock people to know this person was gay. We suspect this could be the young man Stephen was referring to, though he never named him.” As this news outlet reported earlier this year, SLED is considering two persons of interest in connection with Smith’s death – 25-year-old Patrick Wilson and 25-year-old Shawn Connelly, both of Brunson, S.C. Both Wilson and Connelly lived in the area near where Stephen Smith’s body was found … and there is information obtained by SLED investigators which has reportedly drawn a sharper focus on them as potential suspects. Several of these same leads were followed by producers and investigators associated with the Netflix documentary – as well as the initial legal team retained by Sandy Smith. In November of 2021, Charleston, S.C. attorney Andy Savage – who at the time was representing Smith’s family – gave an interview to WCIV TV-4 in which he indicated the Murdaughs were “unconnected” to Smith’s murder and any speculation related to their involvement was “unfounded.” “There are suspects we have in sight that are unconnected to Murdaugh,” Savage told reporters Anne Emerson and Drew Tripp. “The focus any in the media have on Murdaugh may be unfounded.” Sandy Smith recoiled at that revelation – and parted ways with Savage as her attorney shortly thereafter. As previously reported by this news outlet, on December 18, 2015 – five months after Smith’s murder – SCHP investigators received a tip from Wilson’s self-described step-father, Darrell Williams of Varnville, S.C. According to Williams, Wilson informed him that Connelly – another Hampton County teenager – was driving a vehicle which “struck and killed Stephen Smith.” Who told him to share this information? Randy Murdaugh – Alex Murdaugh’s older brother. According to case notes contained in the MAIT report, Williams “stated that the reason he was passing this information on was because Randy Murdaugh told him to call.” As I have often noted, the crime scene in this case is “a study in contradictions.” “The location of Smith’s body in the middle of the road was totally inconsistent with a vehicular strike – but the massive blood loss observed on the asphalt seemed inconsistent with him being murdered at another location,” I noted in a recent report. submitted by Coy9ine to LunaSnark [link] [comments] |
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2023.06.09 16:46 AutoModerator Adrien Broner Vs Bill Hutchinson Date, Start Time & news schedule reddit
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Adrien Broner will return to action this evening in Miami, facing Bill Hutchinson in the first fight of his deal with promoter Don King, as Broner looks to get himself back into the mix at age 33.
We’ll have live updates of the show starting at 6:50 pm ET, with the fights airing on PPV (you can buy through FITE TV). We’ll have live results and commentary, and hopefully some highlights, but we’ll see how social media goes for this.
Everything will come in this stream:
When Is Broner Vs Hutchinson?
Adrien Broner is set to take on Bill Hutchinson on Friday 9th June 2023 at Casino Miami Jai Alai in Miami.
The fight is scheduled for 10 rounds in the Welterweight division, which means the weight limit will be 147 pounds (10.5 stone or 66.7 KG).
The undercard is set to feature the clash of Rigondeaux vs Clemente.
Broner Vs Hutchinson Stats
Adrien Broner steps into the ring with a record of 34 wins, 4 loses and 1 draw, 24 of those wins coming by the way of knock out.
Bill Hutchinson will make his way to the ring with a record of 20 wins, 2 loses and 4 draws, with 9 of those wins by knock out.
The stats suggest Broner has a large advantage in power over Hutchinson, boosting at 71% knock out percentage over Hutchinson's 45%.
Adrien Broner is the younger man by 1 year, at 33 years old.
Hutchinson has a height advantage of 2 inches over Broner. Despite this, he has 1-inch reach advantage.
Both Adrien Broner & Bill Hutchinson fight out of an orthodox stance.
Broner is the more experienced professional fighter, having had 13 more fights, and made his debut in 2008, 2 years and 10 months earlier than Hutchinson, whose first professional fight was in 2011. He has fought 122 more professional rounds, 247 to Hutchinson's 125.
Broner Vs Hutchinson Form
Adrien Broner has beaten 2 of his last 5 opponents.
In his last fight, he defeated Jovanie Santiago on 20th February 2021 by unanimous decision in their 12 round contest at Mohegan Sun Casino, Connecticut, United States.
Previous to that, he had been beaten by Manny Pacquiao on 19th January 2019 by unanimous decision in their WBA World Welterweight championship fight at MGM Grand, Las Vegas.
Going into that contest, he had drawn with Jessie Vargas on 21st April 2018 by majority draw at Barclays Center, New York.
Before that, he had lost to Mikey Garcia on 29th July 2017 by unanimous decision in their 12 round contest at Barclays Center, New York.
He had defeated Adrian Granados on 18th February 2017 by split decision in their 10 round contest at U.S. Bank Arena, Cincinnati.
Activity Check
Broner's last 5 fights have come over a period of 6 years, 3 months and 22 days, meaning he has been fighting on average every 1 year, 3 months and 5 days. In those fights, he fought a total of 58 rounds, meaning that they have lasted 11.6 rounds on average.
What Time Does Broner Vs Hutchinson Start?
The fighters are expected to ringwalk at around 11:00 PM EST / 8:00 PM PST at Casino Miami Jai Alai, Miami, United States, which is around 4:00 AM BST in the UK.
Who Is Showing Broner Vs Hutchinson?
The Fite.tv PPV US show is expected to begin at 6:50 PM EST / 3:50 PM PST. The Fite.tv PPV UK broadcast of the card is expected to start at 11:50 PM (BTS).
How Do You Stream Broner Vs Hutchinson?
In the US you can stream Broner vs Hutchinson via Fite.tv on a PPV basis. Once purchased, you can watch on your Smart TV, Phone or Desktop PC, and they have apps available on Roku, Xbox, Chromecast and Apple TV.
The whole event costs $24.99.
In the UK you can stream Broner vs Hutchinson via Fite.tv on a PPV basis. Once purchased, you can watch on your Smart TV, Phone or Desktop PC, and they have apps available on Roku, Xbox, Chromecast and Apple TV.
The whole event costs $24.99.
What Are The Odds On Broner Vs Hutchinson?
Adrien Broner is currently 1/25 (-2500) to win the contest outright, while you can get 8/1 (+800) on Bill Hutchinson if you fancy the massive upset.
View all Broner vs Hutchinson Odds
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Now I am also looking for a girl that doesn't mind some flirting. I figure I'd be upfront about so there aren't any confusions. I'd want us to feel comfortable roasting each other one sec and flirty the next.
A little about me. I work at a hospital so my schedule can be all over the place sometimes. In my space time I love to watch nba, play games, binge watch tv. I love listening to songs from the 90s and 2000s but l can listen to almost any genre. Oh and I love making really bad jokes or puns. Talk to me long enough and I'll make you eyeroll for sure Also age and location don't really matter to me. So if you're interested drop me a message
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2023.06.09 16:12 Michael_AN_Creech The Chronicles of Marcus Hellyrr - Prologue
I'd like to start by letting everyone know that the genre is Fantasy Epic, and that this is a long prologue at 6,414 words. This prologue serves a purpose as it takes care of a lot of my setting and plot setup. It also gives the reader a fair bit of worldbuilding without making it too much of an info dump (talking to you Robert Jordan ;P).
I've had several people beta read this for me and gotten a lot of positive feedback. The prolbem for me is that these were all people I know very well on a personal level. Several have made comparisons to Chronicles of Narnia or Lord of the Rings as far as how well the full book is written. The problem is, friends and family can often have a bias and make things seem better than they really are. So, now I want to do a test run in the real world and see what people who don't know me think. Is it as engaging and compelling as they have made me hope that it is?
I'm basically wanting to take a page from a couple authors I admire and follow the ABC rule for critiquing. Please let me know of any point where you thought it was Awesome, Boring or Confusing. I know prologues aren't everyone's favorite thing, but this has basically been written like a novella for the main story as it foreshadows a lot of things leading all the way into book four.
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PROLOGUE
ARCHIVE INFINITUM
October 14, 844 (Alt-Future)
"Welcome back to the Archive, Master Jonathan."
"Thank you, Charles. It's good to be back. Have you noticed anything interesting in the Physical Realm?"
"I have not, sir. Do you require any assistance today?"
"Thank you, but no. I'm only here to revisit a passage within the history of the Order. Shortly after, I'll depart for the reunion at the Tower."
"Excellent, sir. I'll leave you to it."
Jonathan emerged from the ether and walked through the Archive doors. Inhaling deeply, he breathed in the familiar scents of dusty cleanliness that can only truly be found in a place of learning. The lights reflected off the floor's white marble surface, casting a glow that evenly lit every corner of the large chamber. Even so, the room still felt cavernous to him, as if he were a galleon amidst the vastness of the ocean.
Jonathan appeared to be in his early to mid forties. Though, with the way he carried himself and the spring in his step, he seemed closer to his late twenties. His hair was shoulder length and dark gray. He wore bifocals though he hadn't needed them since his ascension, and dressed with a refined sense of style.
His gray eyes were by far his most interesting feature, though. They were the only hint of how old he truly was and the many adventures and travesties he'd witnessed. Regardless, how old he was didn't matter as age had long since lost its meaning for him. After all, being an immortal tended to give a man new priorities in life.
As he strolled across the room, a lift descended from the tower's heights. The square platform had waist high rails around its perimeter. It floated through the air showing no sign of a suspension system to raise or lower it. This was accomplished by a magical enchantment that allowed it to levitate and dart about the room at mind numbing speeds. As he stepped up onto the platform's dais, it landed on the floor in front of him. He took a position at its center, then, after folding his arms behind his back, mentally willed it to take him to floor eight hundred forty four.
It rose off the ground, gradually gaining speed until it was a hundred or so feet in the air. At that point, the platform took off like a rocket. The thought of what these speeds would do to him if this were outside the Realm of Intellect crossed his mind, making him chuckle nervously. He knew he had to be moving close to six hundred miles per hour.
Now, let me tell you a bit about Jonathan's pet project, The Archive Infinitum. The Archive is a magical structure he'd designed shortly after the cataclysm that nearly wiped out the human race. An event most of you now refer to as the Night of Burning Skies. That same event is also what gave us the powers we now refer to as magic.
Shortly after obtaining his ascension, he learned that science's multiverse theories were close to how reality really worked. There are an infinite number of parallel universes, or branching timelines, that coexist simultaneously. What was different is that each universe shared a common six realm structure. The Physical Realm, the Realm of Intellect, the Dominion of Shadows, the Plane of Enlightenment, the Land of the Forgotten, and the Ether.
He built the Archive within the Realm of Intellect so it wouldn't be bound by the laws of physics or time as we know them. Once the structure was anchored in place, he could set most of those parameters himself. What he didn't realize was that making it here would have an unintended, though not unwelcome, side effect. The structure's size, shape, and architectural style could change by anyone who entered it.
When someone enters the Archive, it ascertains their strength of mind and will. Suppose the individual's mental fortitude is deemed stronger than that of the other occupants. In that case, the appearance will adjust to one that best serves and appeals to that individual. This could become unsettling for the occupants already inside the first few times it happened. That being said, it has no effect on the contents atop the shelves or where you're located within the structure. For Jonathan, it shared an uncanny resemblance to the George Peabody Library, though on a much grander scale.
The lift stopped after a brief ride, and Jonathan stepped off. He resumed his stride, passing row after row of the cherry wood bookcases. There were hundreds of rows and thousands of tomes and scrolls in each. As a scholar, he'd spent most of his existence here. But, even so, he knew there would always be something more to be gleaned from their pages.
Today was a day of remembrance. Of celebration. Of mourning. It was the anniversary of the end of a war that had lasted ten thousand years. With the death of one individual, a light of hope was given to many. For others, it was a bittersweet victory that left a void in their hearts. He'd come here today to revisit a passage that would return him to that fateful day. Reliving the event which granted them this peace, and once again, paying his respects to a dear friend.
"Ah, yes, yes, yes. Here we go."
The plaque on the side of the bookcase read, Row DD, Column 15. Now that he'd found the right one, he began scanning the shelves. It wasn't long before his hand landed on the tome he sought.
"Here it is." He pulled it down from the shelf. "My word. Has it truly been fifteen hundred years since I glanced through these pages?"
Looking at the cover, he chuckled. The combined magic of the Archive and the Realm had created a thin layer of dust. Giving it the feeling of something ancient and lost to time. Raising it to his lips, he blew the dust away, causing the magic to dissipate as it fell to the floor. He pulled open the cover and rifled through the pages. The section he stopped at contained the account of Rexinon the Prophet's final words.
Summoning his divine magics, he channeled a spell into the tome. The words that once filled the passages began to fade away, leaving only the blank pages, which now bled a blueish gray smoke. The soft glow of the lights against the floor diminished as the smoke spread. As the darkness grew more substantial, luminescent spheres and arcs of brilliant blues and crimson could be seen dancing about its surface like lightning.
The ground trembled beneath his feet, and the smokey haze took on a more stormlike appearance. All around him, the air started to feel heavy, and the taste of dust and sea salt filled his mouth. A gentle rain began to fall, and the room's remaining lights winked out. If not for the increasing flashes of lightning, he would've been left in total darkness. But even this was not a comfort, as those flashes cast shadows against the storm's ever swirling walls. Many of which appeared to be dark things that should never be seen in the light.
The storm's intensity grew, bringing disorienting cracks of thunder and wind whipping around him. It assaulted his senses and seemed to have an almost vengeful purpose. That meant he had to constantly focus on the spell, bracing himself against the onslaught. If he failed, it would kill him without question.
Some of the shadows began to take on a physical form with details beyond what the walls could offer them. He watched as an hourglass tumbled end over end, circling him before it returned to the storm. A moment later, a blazing fireplace and mantle emerged but produced neither light nor heat. Finally, a door engraved with the crest of the Order appeared. These images were ones he'd expected to see for this particular passage, and so came as no surprise. However, when a fourth image appeared, he was caught off guard.
Although it was normal for three images to accompany this spell, an occasional fourth spoke of prophecy. He focused intently on this final image. It showed twelve people standing in a circle; one of them was coated in blood. Two others were bound by chains. One a man, the other a woman.
He looked closer at the man and realized it was Godric. His eyes opened wide as he tried to decipher the meaning behind the image. Only a few moments passed while he speculated, but it was a few moments too many. Disaster struck, and too late, he realized his mistake. He'd lost focus, and now the storm would surely take him.
Hurricane force winds and debris tore at his clothes, quickly turning them into rags. One powerful gust slammed into his side as if he'd been struck by a car, knocking him off his feet. The storm swelled with even greater ferocity. It threatened to consume him this time, and he wondered if it would finally cost him.
Rain and hail pelted his face and body, while dust and sand stung his eyes. As he wiped away the grit, a bolt of lightning struck before him, temporarily blinding him. He got to his hands and knees, gasping for breath as the storm continued to beat him relentlessly.
Steeling himself against the pain, he rose to his feet. As fast as he could manage, he began casting mental defenses and barriers to protect his mind from the horrific assault. He bellowed in defiance of the storm, "I will not let it end this way! I refuse!" One defense after another was laid upon his person, until finally, he succeeded. The winds died to a breeze as the rain became little more than a summer misting.
He heard the sound of a quill scratching against paper over the storm's remnants, and the air behind his back grew hot as a crackling fire joined the room's ambiance. The sickly sweet smell of incense filled his nostrils, reminding him of days spent in his master's study. Another fond memory.
The storm wall vanished as the tremors subsided, making the room visible through a misty haze. The light of the fireplace cast his shadow across the now rough cut gray stone floor. Half a dozen tapestries hung around the room, and a liquor cabinet stood at the room's far corner. The main entry door remained closed to his left, and the doorway to the study's balcony lay to his right. At the room's center sat Rexinon at his desk, writing furiously on a piece of parchment.
Wiping the sweat from his brow, he breathed a sigh of relief. Although he'd done this countless times, the journey into the pages of history was always filled with peril. But, blessedly, the most intense part of the spell was complete. And while he could now relax in that fact, that fourth image still concerned him.
He stood in the familiar square room, clothing restored to its original state. The evening's air flowed through the open windows, making the ambient temperature quite cozy. Crossing the room, he paused at the desk and listened as Rexinon started muttering. "What I wouldn't give for a typewriter, much less a computer. Would make this so much faster."
Jonathan couldn't help but crack a smile. "Oh, but how many times have I thought the same thing, old friend?" He remarked, though he knew Rexinon couldn't hear him.
He stepped up to the desk and leaned over it. Looking down at the paper Rexinon was writing on, he frowned. Like so many times before, it appeared as little more than black scribbles on a page. Those words had to be important, but there was no way to know.
This was one of the spell's critical weaknesses. The details within the vision were only as precise as what was written in the tome. Most of the books in the Archive were magically transcribed. The benefits of this were completed histories free of victor and writer biases. Although, it wasn't flawless.
Throughout history, there have been individuals or events that the spell couldn't see. The most well known examples of these blips in time were the United States presidency of Franklin D. Roosevelt from 1933 to 1945 and the United Kingdom's Prime Minister, Michael Durham, from 2063 to 2065. All that is known about them was their lives before office and the accounts written by those around them. These gaps in history were generally the result of one of two things. In these two cases, a place or individual with a strong connection to the Dominion of Shadows.
Sighing, he pushed off the desk and crossed the room to the liquor cabinet. He opened the glass doors, pulling several bottles and a glass from the shelves. He made a drink consisting of three parts Red Adders Bite and one part Dry Amorian Blood Wine, then added a lime wedge to the rim of the glass. The others wouldn't arrive for another half hour, leaving him time to kill.
He walked around the room with his drink in hand and studied the various tapestries, several of which he'd been a part of. Each one depicted an accomplishment or tragedy facilitated by the Order. All save one, which showed a scene from the event that started it all.
The one to the left of the cabinet showed the Order's founding. In the background stood a grand tower of black and white marble. Its four sides were engraved with the Mark of Hellyrr, which glowed with a magical light. In front of it stood a man facing a gathered crowd, his arms swept wide in triumph. They looked up at him and the structure with reverence and awe.
He continued to move in a counterclockwise manner around the room. Above the main entry door hung another tapestry. One he was even depicted in. It showed the aftermath of a massacre. Six figures stood amidst the bodies of hundreds. The earth around them was scorched by flame, and the blood of the fallen had stained it red. The cloud covered sky glowed a deep crimson with gold outlines from the fires below. It had come to be known as the Cleansing of Elysian, in which the entirety of the planet's second continent had been annihilated to preserve the world.
"I wish it had never come to this. Why can't we all just get along? Instead of thriving in the prosperity of our two lands, they plotted and began planning to bring war to our own people. To rape, pillage, and enslave them. Even with all my vast knowledge and wisdom, I can't understand why they felt the need to dominate and control the world." He looked back up at the tapestry. "Even now, most of the land is still uninhabitable."
He turned around and looked at the tapestry above the balcony door. This one would appear out of place with the others to all but a few handfuls of people. Even for those who learned the truth behind it, it looked like little more than an artist's vision of what a beautiful landscape at sunset should look like. The sky is dotted with hundreds of stars as shades of red, orange, and yellow dance across the land's horizon. The artist's point of view appears to be looking down from a hillside. Down the hill's slope, you can see a pond teaming with wildlife along its edge. The remaining landscape is filled with miles of forest stretching toward the horizon.
For the few who survived this event and still remained, they knew it depicted the final moments of their world before all of humanity was nearly lost.
Jonathan fixated on this tapestry more than he had on the others. The longer he stared, the more distant his expression grew. Over time, his breathing quickened, and his grip on the glass slipped. It shattered as it hit the floor, causing the rug to stain from the liquid. The sound jerked him out of the trance like state, making him feel ill.
He could still recall the memory of that long ago day like it were yesterday. The thought of how close humanity had come to extinction made his legs weak, and he stumbled back against the wall behind him. He slid down the stones' cool surface and noticed his hands were now trembling. Through shuddering breaths, he uttered the words of a broken man. "So much death. So many lives were lost that day. So many. Oh, Sonia. Even after all this time, I still miss you."
The main entry door slammed open, crashing against the wall with a loud bang. Jonathan jerked as one of them collided mere inches from where he sat. The startling sound had been enough to pull him from his stupor, but it still took a moment for him to gather himself. A man in the doorway lowered his foot from where he'd obviously kicked the unlocked door in.
"Knock, knock, Rex. Seems you've done it now."
"Seth. I'll never understand the animosity you held for Rexinon," Jonathan said wearily as he got to his feet.
Seth stood just shy of five foot eight inches and had slick black hair that he kept combed back. He wore black jeans and a beige dress shirt with mother of pearl buttons, which had seen far too much polish in recent days. A malevolent grin displayed his perfect teeth and careless eyes. He strode into the room, dragging a chair behind him, and placed it on the rug by the fireplace.
"Was kicking the door in really necessary, Seth?"
A second man stepped into the room, obviously annoyed by the unnecessary use of force. He wore a navy blue business suit and towered over everyone else in the room, and that was saying something considering Jonathan was six foot. As he still held to the standards of a marine, he kept his hair high and tight and his face clean shaven. He stood at the rug's edge out of respect for the Order so as not to mar the embroidered Mark of Hellyrr. A respect Seth clearly lacked.
"Godric Gibbs. This day changed you. Hell, it changed all of us, but few as much as you," Jonathan said. He looked back at the door as the third and final man entered. "Assassin."
This man was of a height with Jonathan and wore all black from head to toe. His outfit looked like something out of a TV show. Almost like a cross between Gi Joe's Snake Eyes, and CW Arrow's League of Assassins. After ten thousand years, all they knew about him was his previous occupation as a contract killer. It wasn't long before they'd taken to calling him Assassin, as they had no other name to go by. Any time he was asked a question regarding his past, he either remained silent or dodged it outright. He took a position to Godric's left and, like Godric, took care of where he stood on the rug.
The three men stood in silence and watched as Rexinon continued to write. Godric and Assassin seemed content to wait until he addressed them. On the other hand, Seth seemed to grow more agitated as the minutes passed. Jonathan chuckled in spite of himself.
About twenty minutes later, Rexinon spoke, "Reverend Seth Jones, Colonel Godric Gibbs, and Assassin. To what do I owe the pleasure?" His tone plainly indicated that he already knew.
Seth spoke first. "Oh, cut the crap, Rex. You already know why we're here. This cult thing of yours has gone on long enough."
"Well, there's the pot calling the kettle black," Jonathan muttered sarcastically.
Godric rolled his eyes. Everyone in the room knew about Seth's past as a cult leader. They also knew his anger was more at being forced to wait in silence than anything to do with Rexinon or the Order.
"Calm yourself, Seth. There's no need for such hostilities." Godric looked at Rexinon apologetically. "I'm sorry to have to do this, old friend, but my hands are tied. Rexinon the Prophet, Headmaster of the Hellyrrian Order, you've been charged with conspiracy to overthrow the governments of Aurelia and seize control for the Order.
"As we speak, the leaders of the Hellyrrian Order are being gathered for execution. Furthermore, your towers and all their artifacts will be destroyed, and any remnants of the Order's existence is to be wiped from the face of history. As of 0813 this morning, you have been sentenced to death. How do you plead?"
Rexinon continued to write at an incredible rate. He knew why they'd come. He'd known this was coming for months. After all, his gift was the gift of prophecy. The evidence for the charges against him was both substantial and ethereal, depending on what light was shown on it.
Two centuries ago, the Order had tracked the activities of an unknown number of individuals who'd been subtly manipulating several of the Aurelian governing bodies. They'd spread like a poison, corrupting them and turning once prosperous kingdoms which knew few hardships, into lands where the people had to fight just to survive. The problem was that whoever that force had been, always seemed to be just one step ahead of them. Now, not only was it check, but checkmate. The Order had lost.
"I believe the Righteous Twelve to be ill advised. I believe you've been manipulated by the same corrupted governing body which we've spent so long trying to purify—." Seth grunted. "—But," he said at length, "I accept all charges against me, save one. Neither myself nor anyone else of the Order has ever sought to rule Aurelia, as the charges would imply. The Cleansing of Elysian should've been proof enough to show that to be true."
Rexinon penned the final words of his letter and placed the pen back in its stand. Pulling the top off a jar, he dusted the page with a thin layer of sand to soak up any excess ink. After dumping the sand back into another jar to be cleaned, he pushed away from his desk and stood to look at his guests for the first time. After nudging his stool back under, he addressed Godric directly.
"Will you join me on the balcony one last time?"
Godric nodded his head and gestured towards the balcony doorway. As they stepped outside, Jonathan followed.
Rexinon leaned against the railing and looked out over the city, his gaze fixed on the setting sun. Godric joined him and looked down to the tower's base, some five hundred feet below. Although he was not afraid of heights, it gave him respect for the sturdily mounted railing at the balcony's edge.
"It's beautiful, isn't it?" Rexinon said. Godric looked at him, confused. "The way the world has turned out since that day? Ten thousand years of watching as civilization was rebuilt and destroyed time and time again by a senseless war. Watching them evolve into something more as they learned how to use these gifts we were given. In some ways, we're greater than we ever were. In other ways, we're inferior. If I have any regrets, it's that I couldn't do more to leave the people better prepared for this new age."
"Well spoken. If it's any consolation, I believe this is wrong. I even spoke out against the council for a different outcome. For my efforts, though, I was threatened with execution if I didn't cease my objections."
Rexinon's tone grew heated after hearing of the council's reaction. "You should know better than anyone why I fought so hard against them, then. I'm not against governance. I'm against corrupt governance. We had far too many corrupt politicians and warlords in our own time for me to ever want to allow it again."
Godric nodded his head. "Yes. The problem is you played too heavy a hand too quickly. Instead of accepting that they'd been beaten, they cheated by playing with an ace they had hidden up their collective sleeves."
Rexinon sighed, knowing his words were true. "Indeed. I've accepted my fate. I won't run. Won't even make it difficult for y'all. I have no need to. I would like to make one final request to ease your conscience, though."
Rexinon leaned toward Godric conspiratorially. As he did this, the world around them began to shimmer and distort. Almost like the motion blurring you'd see on a TV. Likewise, their conversation was masked by the sound of white noise and the sound of hushed incoherent whispers.
This was the second hurdle the scrying spells had to deal with. Individuals with divine magic could conceal their conversations or even the events they were a part of. Rexinon had concealed this conversation, and to this day, Godric has never spoken of what was said.
Jonathan returned to the study with a resigned sigh. There was nothing more he could learn from their conversation. Assassin stood in the same spot he'd been when he first entered the room and looked as if he hadn't so much as twitched. Seth, however, was rummaging through the desk's drawers. He'd tried to figure out what he was looking for in the past, but nothing seemed obvious.
The shards of glass from when he'd dropped his cup earlier had vanished, along with the stain on the rug from the liquor. As expected, the glass had returned to the cabinet, and the bottles had refilled to where they were before he'd arrived. This was yet another reminder that this was a magically induced vision of an event that had long since passed. It could be too easy to forget that this wasn't real and that if he spent too much time here, it would have consequences in the real world for him.
He knew they'd be out there a while. In previous visits, he'd occasionally spent this time combing through the room, similar to what Seth was doing. Having cataloged everything centuries ago, there was nothing left to do but wait. So, he walked around the desk and sat squarely within the Mark of Hellyrr embroidered on the rug. There, for the next hour or so, he would remain, arms folded, legs crossed, and eyes shut. Freeing his mind of all unnecessary thoughts and emotions. At least, that was the plan.
About forty minutes in, Seth started to grumble and complain, forcing Jonathan to give up on his meditation. "… I know he's one of the humblest among our kind, but lord, does he have to be so dull? I can't find anything interesting anywhere. Even his liquor cabinet is dull." Seth walked from behind the desk to the liquor cabinet, pulled a few bottles out at random, and read the labels aloud. "Red Adders Bite, Amorian Blood Wine. Christ, he's even got Athester's Sweet Malt. This crap might as well be water." He pulled another bottle down and said, "At least he's got the taste to have at least one bottle of Nordic Berserker."
"Some of us prefer the simpler things in life. You might find life more enjoyable when you aren't always looking for the rare and exotic," Assassin said with a disinterested, almost dismissive tone.
Seth clicked his tongue. "Hell, even this letter he was so focused on when we arrived makes no sense." Seth thrust the letter towards Assassin, who took it nonchalantly. "Look at this."
Jonathan studied Assassin intently, hoping for any sign that would reveal the letter's contents. It was no use, though; for all the emotion he showed, Jonathan would've thought it no more important than a grocery list. But, if that were the case, why obscure it from the eyes of the scrying spell? The frustration caused by such a simple sheet of paper was baffling.
Jonathan got to his feet as Rexinon and Godric returned. As Rexinon walked to stand at the center of the rug, Jonathan moved behind the desk. Godric walked toward Assassin and conversed with him for a few minutes. Once again, the sound of white noise shrouded what was said. This time, it was Godric who masked his words from the spell. When Assassin nodded, Godric moved beside him and faced Rexinon.
Rexinon looked at each tapestry and seemed to relive each as he did so. They all knew those accomplishments and tragedies would stand the test of time. Any efforts to change that would fall flat. The Order had played too significant a role in shaping this new world. Finally, he turned to Godric, kneeling as he met his regret filled eyes.
Assassin pulled an infamous rod from his side, dubbed the Executioner's Handle. Forged in the Dominion of Shadow by Assassin some three thousand years ago. It was one and a half feet long of shadow infused steel and bound with his own divine essence. Ominous black tendrils crawled along Assassin's hand like something alive and flowed into the handle. The shaft elongated, and an axe head formed at its end.
Though he had accepted his fate, seeing that axe form made Rexinon's heart stop momentarily. He looked at Godric questioningly. Godric knew what that look meant and nodded his head in assent. Agreeing to this had allowed them both to right several wrongs this night by asking one simple question. "Do you have any final words or requests?"
"I have two, if you'll grant them. The first, allow me to disband the Order formally as my final act as headmaster."
Seth started to protest, but Assassin lowered the axehead in his direction as a silent threat. Seth glared at Assassin with seething hatred. Godric nodded to Rexinon. "Proceed."
As the headmaster of the Hellyrrian Order, he had a mental connection with every member. Without hesitation, Rexinon's eyes began to glow with a brilliant purple hue. This would be Rexinon's final order, and Godric knew it would save thousands.
"My brothers and sisters, hear me now and heed my words. Abandon the Order and save yourselves. Flee to the hills and never look back to what we once were. With my dying breath, the Hellyrrian Order is no more. The governments of Aurelia have played a hand we can't stand against. Anyone who disregards this command will be hunted down and executed without mercy. To the leaders and guild masters of the Order, I charge you with dismantling everything relating to the Order and turning over every artifact and document you can to Godric the Just, Jonathan the Wise, or Assassin the Watcher. I also ask that you help calm those who feel outraged and betrayed by this night. Do not blame the Twelve, as they were little more than pawns in this corrupt game of politics. Farewell, my friends. My family. May the peace we have fought for be found in the coming days."
The glow faded, and he slumped forward onto his hands, his breathing labored. A few moments passed, and he managed to catch his breath but still looked towards the ground.
"The second request I have is that anyone who would heed that warning be spared. The ruling factions wanted me. As long as no one else causes trouble, we know they won't cause too much fuss over it."
His voice took on a much sharper edge as he looked back up. "You call us a cult, though you know we are nothing of the sort. On the contrary, our Order has stood for nearly five thousand years for the betterment of the entire world. How they treated you should tell you that what I said and what we were doing was justified."
"Shut your mouth, Rex!" Seth spat venomously.
Godric glared at Seth. His own anger with this situation was at the point of breaking free. "Be silent! I don't know what kind of grudge you have, but I, for one, don't give a damn what the council said. Rexinon doesn't deserve death for the crimes he's being accused of. Unfortunately, the ruling factions in almost every nation are corrupted and working towards being as corrupt as they were back in our day." Godric sighed. "Regrettably, my hands are tied, though. The law is the law, and I have been overruled on this matter. Regardless of what my conscience thinks, I will abide by the rules of the land."
Rexinon nodded, understanding Godric's situation perfectly. Godric had become the divine embodiment of law and justice at his ascension. While those two things work hand in hand, they are far from the same, and one must often walk a fine line to serve them both. In this case, the choices were clear. In the end, it didn't matter what he chose; he would inevitably betray one virtue or the other. Unfortunately, there was no good way for him to handle this, and Rexinon could see how this was affecting him.
"The majority of the Order will heed my warning. As for the leaders, if any are still alive, they will follow that command to the letter. They'll even aid you in handling any hotheads who resist," Rexinon said.
"The good news is that no one has yet been executed this evening. I'll personally see to it that those who abide by that order are given a chance to live long, productive lives within society. If all goes well, you will be the only casualty of this idiocy."
Rexinon gave the faintest sign of a smile with a halfhearted chuckle as he said, "Godric, one thing I'll not allow is any of the Order's work ending up in the hands of one of those tyrants. Therefore, I demand that Jonathan be given every document, scroll, and tome held within our strongholds for safekeeping." Rexinon felt exhausted. The spell to warn his Order took more out of him than anticipated.
"You're in no position to be making demands of us," Seth said. Godric finally snapped and struck him so hard that he slammed back into the wall beside the fireplace, cracking it. He got back to his feet a moment later, fixed his shirt, and looked down at the blood he'd wiped from his lip. Godric looked back at Rexinon.
"As you were saying."
"Assassin, I'd ask that you secure all our relics and artifacts, regardless of their magical significance. I don't need to tell you what all we have housed around Aurelia."
"No, you don't. The nukes of our time were nothing compared to some of those items," Assassin replied.
"We'll see to it that it's done. There are things within these walls that were never meant for untrained mortal hands," Godric added.
"Thank you."
"As for the texts, Jonathan will have a field day going through everything. There is far too much the council doesn't understand within these walls that we can't afford to lose."
"Godric was right, Rex. I still have everything. Much of which has been quite useful over the centuries,"
Godric turned his head away, no longer able to look Rexinon in the eye. "I no longer deserve the right to call you a friend, but is there anything else you would ask of me?"
Rexinon looked at Godric for a long time and couldn't help but smile. Not at his pain or suffering in following the orders given to him, but knowing that if anyone here had ever been a friend to him, Godric certainly was. With his final words, he left Godric with a warning.
"No, but I'll leave you with this. Be wary of those among you, for one will betray you all. My friend."
Godric nodded, accepting these as Rexinon's final words as a tear ran down his cheek. Rexinon lowered his head, and Assassin enveloped his axe's blade in a purple aura.
"Woah, Assassin, what's with the new color? Never seen that before," Seth asked.
Ignoring the question, Assassin swung the axe, severing Rexinon's head cleanly.
That night, the cries of the Order were heard in every city across Aurelia. All mourning the death of the Order's first, and last, headmaster.
Jonathan fought back tears of his own as he watched the axe's head vanish. Assassin secured the handle on his belt as he walked towards the desk. Godric looked as though he was going to be sick.
"Did you do as I asked?" Godric asked shakily.
"Of course. I may be a trained killer, but even I know this was bullshit, mate."
Seth walked over and picked up Rexinon's severed head by the hair. He held it up before him, a mischievous grin on his face. Then he whispered something into Rexinon's ear.
Assassin's eyes locked on Seth. As he let go of the head, he used one of his abilities, known as shadow step, to cross the distance to where Seth stood. Before Rexinon's head hit the ground, Assassin snatched it out of the air and punched Seth so hard that it sent him flying into the same section of the wall he'd hit earlier. He bounced off it, but the force of the impact sent several of the stones flying into the next room. Seth crumpled to the floor, where he lay unmoving for several seconds. After a while, his head snapped upright, and he began to laugh. He stood up as if nothing had happened and headed out the door. Godric, now seething with anger, watched as Assassin started to go after him. "Leave him. He's not worth your time."
Jonathan paced around the room, waiting for the spell to wear off. His heart ached, and his own anger toward Seth at that moment made him wish he could destroy the man. But that was Seth's way, and they'd all learned to let it go in time. The world began to blur and vanish, reverting to the Archive once again.
He closed the cover, placing the tome back on the shelf with a heavy sigh. His fingers lingered on the binding as he read the inscription, A Complete History of the Hellyrrian Order, Volume 666. Finally, Jonathan let his hand fall to the side as he walked away with his shoulders slumped.
As if speaking to an old friend, he lamented, "Damn you, Rex. Why couldn't you have just left well enough alone?"
As Jonathan walked away, he shed a tear at the loss of one of his closest friends.
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2023.06.09 16:00 SomeCruzDude Weekly Free Talk Friday/Other Leagues Thread - Talk about other women's soccer leagues or...anything!
Welcome to Free Talk thread! Talk about...anything!
These threads will go up at 10am ET every Friday and be stickied throughout the week unless other posts take priority (AMAs, megathreads, announcements, etc.)
We'll list some other leagues that are in play right now (or in the near future) and the relevant communities you can check out
If you want to trade, swap, or share your NWSL trading cards, use this thread.
Other women's soccer leagues broadcast in US
Mexico - Liga MX Femenil - /LigaMX or /womenssoccer
England - FA Women's Super League, Championship, and more! - /FAWSL
- Select matches broadcast on Paramount+ or CBS Sports in the US (some of these also on Atafootball), rest for free on the FA Player
France - Div. 1 Femenine - 1 Match a week broadcast on ESPN+ - /Ligue1
Australia - A-League Women - Matches broadcast on YouTube - /Wleague & /Aleague
Here's a list of various women's leagues from around the world you may be able to watch
Other women's sports leagues to discuss
- /wnba - Broadcast on various channels/sites: ABC/ESPN channels, CBS Channels, and NBA TV.
- /phf & /womenshockey (various leagues)
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2023.06.09 15:25 KyaDash Ask Here First + Listings Directory (READ ME): Troubleshooting, Price/ID/Spec Check, Help, ETC Mega Thread
Trying Something new here apologies for any confusion, but going forward, the mod team has decided to move the Listing Thread to a sub-directory within the Mega Thread. The reasoning behind this is to free up the other Sticky for other uses and giving more flexibility in reacting or hopefully making the sub more usable and useful to the member base as a whole. The purpose of this thread is to attempt to cut down on the amount of clutter and troubleshooting, price check, ID check, spec(ification) check, and just general "HELP!!" style threads often seen filling the front page of the sub, and hopefully get those questions answered more quickly and efficiently by bringing them together in one place for viewing.
If your thread would consist of (list is not exhaustive, just likely examples):
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- Wiring help for your setup
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- Asking about benefits of 1 CRT over another that you're looking into
This Thread is for you!
Some of the modteam, as well as several veteran members of the sub check in on this thread often and will attempt to got answers to questions as they come up, but it would be much appreciated if once you've posted your question here, you use the link above to the older threads to see if the question may have already been answered. Of course, it would also help greatly to check/ctrl+f the current thread first before submitting your own question too.
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2023.06.09 15:23 novacharger64 [22M/EST] Just looking for some new friends! :)
My name is Lee, and I’m a Korean-American studying Political Science and Public Policy! After undergrad, I plan to go to law school, but I’m considering taking a gap year before then.
Thankfully, my schedule is a lot more relaxed this semester, so I have a lot more free time for gaming and whatnot! I play games on my Switch and my recently built PC. On Switch, I play games like Smash Ultimate, Mario Party, Mario Kart, Pokémon, ACNH, etc. I’m also a relatively new PC gamer, and I’m open to getting more games! Needless to say, I’m down for discord calls where we play games, watch movies, and/or chill!
Some of my hobbies include:
- Twitch (I usually have a stream in the background while I’m doing things)
- Movies/TV Shows (Been watching a lot of movies recently. Really looking forward to Christopher Nolan’s “Oppenheimer”)
- Manga/Webtoons (Huge fan of fantasy)
- Anime (Haven’t watched anything lately, but I would be down to start something!)
- Road trips (Love going on road trips with friends that include hiking, sight seeing, and camping)
If we have anything in common, feel free to reach out! (:
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2023.06.09 15:14 KevinsChili22 24M [chat] happy Friday!
Finally Friday!!! Anyone doing anything fun this weekend?
Working from home today come chat let’s entertain each other!
I’m down to talk about whatever tbh I’m a pretty open book. Also down to play iMessage games if anyone wants? Prepared to get whooped tho ;)
I like to play video games (Xbox), workout, go hiking, hangout with friends and watch tv/movies. Harry Potter and Star Wars are my favorites. I’m kinda introverted so a lot of times I prefer to just chill at home lol.
I’m going on an international trip next year so give me recommendations!
Also, if anyone is from or near Ohio DM me it would be cool to make some friends nearby!
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2023.06.09 15:06 cyberobi Nofap Mindset Reframe to Get You to 100 days+
WARNING: If you apply this you may have unlimited energy, quit your sh**** job and pursue a life of entrepreneurship, friends and family members may not recognize you because of your glow and physical transformation, and have a life of freedom and purpose.
You’ve been warned. Read on to find out.
I have been obsessed with understanding how our minds work, why is it we do things we know are bad for us and why don’t we do things we know are good for us.
I’ve recently read a book “The Easy Way To Control Alcohol” whos author has helped millions of people quit alcohol and smoking cigarettes and a lot of what was taught can be applied to nofap. Keep reading to learn how you can apply this starting now.Let’s start with how we may have been going about this the wrong way. After many slipbacks, my longest streak now being at 135 days and counting, this simple technique has helped me get there.
Since then I have transformed into someone and done things I’ve never thought I could accomplish. A few being, started doing brazilian jiu jitsu, got a $20,000 raise at work bc of taking more risks and stepping up. Going from 25% body fat to 15% and looking like a whole new person. Taught myself computer programming, reading a book a week, and started a dropshipping business as a side business. None of this would be possible as the old me who fapped 2-3x a day and told myself everytime this is it, I am done!
The technique and simple mindset reframe: Instead of focusing on nofap and the negatives that watching p*** and fapping cause to you, you need to reframe this to the massive benefits that semen retention give you!If all you think about all day is I am doing nofap I will not watch p*** you are relying solely on willpower and one bad trigger away from a relapse. Now take this reproach, instead of focusing on nofap, switch to “I am retaining my semen, every second I retain it I am getting more stronger and powerful and becoming the ultimate version of myself.”
If you play video games, you character will most of the time have a health bar and a special powers bar. Visualize it like this, every second you retain, you get stronger and your super power bar is charging and refilling. You can feel the energy and super powers coursing through you and you are becoming the ultimate version of yourself to conquer the world and walk your journey and conquest.Switch from focusing on the negatives of what happens when you fap and watch p*** to the BENEFITS YOU GAIN from retaining your semen.It makes it so much easier, again, to go throughout the day with this reframe thinking “I’m getting stronger and more powerful every second I retain.” vs Today I will not watch p*** and fap.
With this is mind, think about this, if I told you to close your eyes and don’t think of an elephant, what’s going to happen? You are going to think of an elephant. This is why the whole approach of “I’m not going to fap, I’m not going to fap, I’m not going to fap, I’m not going to watch p***” may not have worked for you.
Switch those thoughts to “I am retaining and getting stronger”. Visualize yourself mentally as your favorite video game character getting stronger and stronger to god mode!
HOW TO HANDLE URGES: Here’s a little trick that works for me. Think about your favorite battle scene you have seen in a movie, tv show or video game. (Lord of the rings, John Wick, The Matrix is for me, any awesome battle scene, etc.) When the hero of that movie/tv/video game was fighting in a battle, and he was completely overrun and it seemed he was going to be defeated. But then BAM! He went into god-mode found the strength and energy and completely destroyed the enemy.I like to think of that scene in the Matrix when neo is in the courtyard and all the bad guys are coming after him and he is just destroying them. Then they all jump on top of him and it seems he’s defeated. But atlast he blasts off into the sky and defeats them.
Or when I used to play assassins creed and I would just destroy a group of bad guys. Whatever scene gets you fired up, use this, visualize your bad thoughts and urges, they aren’t you they are trying to capture and take over your mind. But you are godmode you destroy them every time they try. THEY DO NOT STAND A CHANCE!
Think of your urges like this. They are the enemy and demons in your mind and you are the super hero, you unleash god-mode and you completely fuck them up slaying the enemy, completely destroying them. They keep coming at you but you default them in the most bad ass way you can visualize. And everytime you do this you get stronger and stronger, bc you are retaining and getting your super power bar up!
Your mind is the fortified castle, your urges and the puny enemy, who wants to so desperately take over it, but you are strong and powerful and you demolish them! The enemy (urges) are running to your kingdom. But you stay calm and strong at the front lines, sword in hand with your army behind you bc you know they don’t stand a chance. And as they approach you slay them down and completely fuck shit up!James Clear in Atomic Habits says this – “You don't need to quit smoking, you just need to return to being a non–smoker. You don't need to transform into a healthy person, you just need to return to being healthy.”To apply this to our situations: “You don’t need to quit p*** and masturbation, you just need to return to being a person who doesn’t do thatEasiest way is to change your identity. Nah, I just don’t do that, that was the old me.
Myself, I always need to understand the “why” to really buy into something so I recommend instead of reading, learning and watching videos about nofap, read about benefits of semen retention. It will open up a whole new mindset for you!Remember, the reframe, it is not today I not watch p*** I will not fap. It is, every second I retain I am becoming more powerful, unleashing god-mode to conquer my life and put destiny into my old hands. The old weak you has died off, you are now the hero of your life’s story. And for urges, visualize your favorite super hero, or bad ass character you love, slaying and demolishing your urges, making them beg to stop! And each time you do this you are becoming stronger and stronger and the ultimate version of yourself.
Recommended:
Outwitting the devil - Napoleon Hill
Atomic Habits - James Clear
Semen Retention Miracle
Go down the rabbit hole on semen retention and it’s benefits for confidence, muscle building, attracting partners into your life, it will be the best thing you ever decided to do
BONUS: to make this even easier I recommend getting web filter on your devices. I use DNSFilter, I created a gmail account with an email and pw I cannot remember, and used that to create the account for the web filter as well.I then schedule an email to be sent to my personal email every month or so with the login details incase I need to get in there for whatever reason. These extra barriers make it easier for you. Just like if you want to lose weight, don’t have junk food in the house. If you want to quit watching that crap, don’t be allowed to.Also, put your cellphone in black and white mode. It will make it less addicting!
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2023.06.09 15:00 AstrosBot Game Thread: Astros (36-27) @ Guardians (29-33) - Jun 9, 2023 6:10 PM
First Pitch: 6:10 PM at Progressive Field
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2023.06.09 15:00 AthleticsBot Game Chat: Athletics @ Brewers - 05:10 PM PDT
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2023.06.09 14:58 Creepy-Lynx7455 WON - AEW House shows ending?
WON
'AEW ran what may be its last house shows for a long time over the weekend. With them adding Collision, I don’t see house shows likely and there aren’t any more left on the schedule. Plus, as the word gets out that the top stars aren’t on these shows, unlike WWE which features top stars on its house shows, it would get harder to draw. The 6/2 show which went against Smackdown and Rampage on TV, in Tupelo, MS, drew just 1,576. The 6/3 show in Huntsville, AL, drew 2,237.'
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2023.06.09 14:53 KevinsChili22 24M from Ohio let’s have a chat :)
Finally Friday!!! Anyone doing anything fun this weekend? Working from home today keep me company!
I’m down to talk about whatever tbh I’m a pretty open book. Also down to play iMessage games if anyone wants? Prepared to get whooped tho ;)
I like to play video games (Xbox), workout, go hiking, hangout with friends and watch tv/movies. Harry Potter and Star Wars are my favorites. I’m kinda introverted so a lot of times I prefer to just chill at home lol.
I’m going on an international trip next year so give me recommendations!
Also, if anyone is from or near Ohio DM me it would be cool to make some friends nearby!
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2023.06.09 14:32 NightfallenEcho Putting myself out there but also feedback welcome.
Hi, I'd like to get myself out there a bit as I've recently started and still somewhat new. I've been regularly streaming the past month, I have a schedule in place, please check me out here
https://www.twitch.tv/nightfallenecho and leave a follow if your into it. anyone kind enough to give me a visit feel free to also give me some feedback on this post. ( can't put multiple tags sadly) I guess, there is also some recent vods to look at to, to get and idea, if you can't catch me live.
I've gradually been adding more and more things to the stream, and have been putting in some effort in panels and such. i seem to get a few viewers pop in, but not many have actually reached out to interact in chat. i am fine with lurkers, but i am curious to know on any advice to help with that. Thank you to anyone who takes their time to read this, and even look.
( i apologize also if this was better tagged as Help, but Self Promo was involved so seems more right)
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2023.06.09 14:31 fixkrtechnologies Common Smart TV Problems and How to Fix Them Quickly: LED TV Repair & Services in Delhi
Smart TVs have become an integral part of our entertainment experience, but they can occasionally encounter issues that disrupt our viewing pleasure. If you’re facing common problems with your smart TV, worry not! In this blog post, we will discuss the most common issues and provide troubleshooting steps to help you fix them quickly. Whether it’s a connectivity problem, audio or video issues, or software glitches, we’ve got you covered. Read on to learn how to resolve these problems and get back to enjoying your favorite shows and movies.
Common Smart TV Problems and Troubleshooting Steps:
Connectivity Issues :-
Problem: Weak or unstable Wi-Fi connection.
Troubleshooting Steps:-
a. Ensure that your smart TV is within range of the Wi-Fi router.
b. Restart both your TV and Wi-Fi router.
c. Update your TV’s firmware to the latest version.
d. Check for any interference from other devices and move them away from the TV.
e. If the issue persists, consider using a wired Ethernet connection or a Wi-Fi range extender.
Audio Problems :-
Problem: No sound or distorted audio.
Troubleshooting Steps:-
a. Verify that the volume is not muted or set to a very low level.
b. Check the audio settings on your TV and ensure the correct audio output is selected.
c. Test the audio by connecting external speakers or headphones to determine if the issue lies with the TV or the audio source.
d. Update the TV’s firmware and audio drivers, if applicable.
e. If none of the above steps work, consult professional LED TV Repair & Services in Delhi to diagnose and fix the audio problem.
Video Issues :-
Problem: No picture, distorted image, or poor video quality.
Troubleshooting Steps:-
a. Confirm that all cables are securely connected, including HDMI or AV cables.
b. Adjust the video settings on your TV to optimize picture quality.
c. Check for any software updates for your TV and install them.
d. Test the video source (e.g., cable box, streaming device) on another TV or device to rule out issues with the source itself.
e. If the problem persists, reach out to professional LED TV Repair & Services in Delhi for further diagnosis and resolution.
Smart TV App Problems :-
Problem: Apps not working, freezing, or crashing.
Troubleshooting Steps:
a. Restart your smart TV and try relaunching the problematic app.
b. Ensure that your TV’s software is up to date.
c. Clear the cache and data of the problematic app or uninstall and reinstall it.
d. Check for available app updates and install them.
e. If the issue persists, contact the app developer for assistance or consult professional
LED TV Repair & Services in Delhi.
Conclusion :-
Encountering problems with your smart TV can be frustrating, but with the right troubleshooting steps, many issues can be resolved quickly. In this blog post, we discussed common problems such as connectivity issues, audio problems, video issues, and smart TV app problems, along with detailed troubleshooting steps. However, for complex issues or if you’re unsure about performing repairs yourself, it’s always advisable to seek professional
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2023.06.09 14:10 patricia_thompson12 Exploring Dog Pregnancy Symptoms and the Importance of Care: A Comprehensive Guide
Dog pregnancy is an exciting and crucial time that requires special attention and care from dog owners. Recognizing the symptoms of dog pregnancy and understanding the importance of providing appropriate care is essential for the well-being of both the mother and her puppies. In this post, we will delve into the world of dog pregnancy, exploring common symptoms to look out for and highlighting the significance of proper care throughout this significant phase.
Identifying Dog Pregnancy Symptoms:
It is important to be familiar with the following symptoms that may indicate a dog's pregnancy:
- Changes in appetite: A pregnant dog may experience shifts in her eating patterns, such as increased hunger or decreased interest in food.
- Physical changes: As pregnancy progresses, the dog's abdomen will gradually enlarge, and her nipples may become more prominent and darker in color.
- Behavioral changes: Pregnant dogs may display nesting behaviors, such as seeking out cozy spaces and collecting soft materials. They might also exhibit changes in temperament, such as increased affection or restlessness.
- Altered energy levels: Some pregnant dogs may appear more tired or exhibit changes in activity levels.
The Importance of Care during Dog Pregnancy:
Proper care during dog pregnancy is vital for the health and well-being of the mother and her puppies. Consider the following points when providing care:
- Veterinary guidance: Consult a veterinarian to confirm the pregnancy and receive professional advice on care, nutrition, and potential complications.
- Nutrition: Feed the pregnant dog a balanced and nutritious diet designed for gestation. Ensure she receives appropriate amounts of essential nutrients to support her and the developing puppies.
- Exercise and rest: Encourage gentle exercise to maintain muscle tone, but avoid strenuous activities that could harm the pregnancy. Provide a comfortable and quiet space for the dog to rest and relax.
- Regular check-ups: Schedule regular prenatal veterinary check-ups to monitor the progress of the pregnancy and address any potential concerns or complications.
- Whelping preparations: Create a clean and safe whelping area equipped with necessary supplies like clean towels, heating pads, and a whelping box. Educate yourself on the signs of labor and be prepared to assist if needed. Visit here to know more about this topic.
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2023.06.09 14:02 EurekaStockade 81---- I predicted Globalists would stage 8 June events
| For months I have been predicting Globalists would stage some signalling event on 8 June For this reason-- 8 June= 6660 days after China passed its Taiwan Anti-Secession law on 14 mar 2005 exactly 66 Weeks after Putin seized the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant on 3 Mar 2022 I have also posted that both Trump & Macron will be used as signalling stooges Right on schedule--both Trump & Macron make world headlines on 8 June Trump facing Federal Charges Children Stabbing Attack in France DONALD J TRUMP FACING FEDERAL CHARGES= 177 FRANCE 4 CHILDREN STABBED= 177 CHINA INVADES TAIWAN= 177 14 June= 6666 days after China passed its Taiwan Anti-Secession law Trump's birthday 8 June= 8/6 86 is a Masonic code TRIANGLE= 86 COMPASS= 86 PYRAMID= 86 Masonic symbols BLOOD SACRIFCIE= 86 CHINESE INVASION= 86 8 June= Day 136 of the Lunar Year 137= 33rd prime number https://preview.redd.it/c970w8keaz4b1.png?width=492&format=png&auto=webp&s=b945e364b16492a1e474739b6e0e06d22fe196ff https://preview.redd.it/812gvbxnaz4b1.png?width=487&format=png&auto=webp&s=713660a9667200eb8c63442528e64320e805d8dc https://preview.redd.it/onlulsafcz4b1.png?width=492&format=png&auto=webp&s=e0409922fe398fb3e7aba93c76dafa6c28d0e5c4 10 March-- news story about a 155mm long crack discovered in one of France's nuclear reactor's 9 months 11 days before Macron's 46th birthday Same day--- Silicon Valley Bank stocks plunged 66.6% CHILD DEATH RITUAL= 155 MASONIC RITUAL= 155 FREEMASONS= 155 TAIWAN STRAIT= 155 The Child Attacker was supposedly Syrian So keep an eye on Assad 22 June=22/6 Day 2230 of Macron's Presidency 9 months 11 days after Assad's birthday on Sep 11= 9/11 3220 days Turkish Leader Erdogan has been in office 322 weeks 22 days after Operation Euphrates Shield ended AIRPLANE CRASH= 226 29 July= 155 Days left in the year DOW CRASHES= 155 FRANCE= 115 FREEMASONS= 115 STOCK MARKET CRASHES= 115 7 Sep= 115 Days left in the Year also keep an eye on--- 8 June= 8/6 8 weeks 6 days later-- 9 August 144 days left in the year 11 years 119 days Kim Jong Un has been in office 9 months 11 days after the South Korean Halloween Seoul Crush last year HUMAN CRUSH= 144 119 days after the Korean Missile Alert in Japan on 13 April INTERCONTINENTAL MISSILE= 144 11999 days after German Reunification on 3 Oct 1990 REUNIFICATION= 144 9 August 33 week 3 days after Yoon's birthday 456 days South Korean Leader Yoon has been in office 456 is a Spook number Squid Game is a South Korean Tv Show which signalled the number 456 Squid Game aired exactly 456 days before Yoon's birthday 33 weeks before Yoon was elected 13th South Korean President 13th SOUTH KOREAN PRESIDENT= 322 15 July= 666 days after Squid Game aired 17 Sep 2021 188 days after Kim Jong Un's birthday KIM JONG UN ASSASSINATED= 322 9 August is also a major candidate for a Cyber Pandemic event https://preview.redd.it/82lfsiv7zy4b1.png?width=818&format=png&auto=webp&s=6fd91e946e6410345d783045de927ee840464bf6 submitted by EurekaStockade to conspiracy [link] [comments] |
2023.06.09 14:01 Ok_Nectarine2106 Am I being a jerk or is this part of the whole "learn to take care of yourself" thing?
So I've been off work for the past two weeks. For the first week I was anxious, and wanted to stay busy all day every day. I got caught up on a few of my things, and helped some people out with a bunch of their things as well. Just going 100% all day every day.
Well, I ran out of steam and now that my last weekend before the new job starts up, I want to spend some time on me. I just wanna be lazy. Eat lazy food, play lazy games, watch lazy TV, etc. But those people I helped with some errands haven't seem to gotten the memo. They still want to run run run and even more so now that they think my schedule is wide open. Which it is I guess.. but I just want some time to myself.
Ive done well not drinking, in fact I really think I've put it behind me at this point. I've been relaxed, stressed, and the whole range of emotions in between and managed to either not want to drink at all, or tel myself it's not worth it. And that's the first thing they bring up too, "don't you want to stay busy and keep your mind occupied??" I mean.. not really. I think I'm good with a little peace and quite.
It's to the point that I'm being asked to take a cat to a vet. That's after I follow them to the mechanic so they can get their car looked at (and take a wild guess who's taking them to pick their car up?). It's starting to seem like my few days where I was super motivated to help out has turned into people thinking that's all I do all day. Yesterday it was carrying rugs inside, cleaning them, moving all the furniture and putting the rugs down, moving all the furniture back, and so on. The day before is was weeding out a garden and tilling the dirt up.
Part of me feels like I'm being selfish with my time, but I have a few more days to really enjoy this whole being unemployed thing until I'm back at it. And I feel bad for the cats but I really don't think they're that sick. One had blood on her nose for a day and someone decided to google what that could be, BAM she has cancer now. You know, the thing everything is if you Google it. The cat was up and moving around last night just fine, I don't think it's that big of a deal. She probably just hit her head on something, or had a cold I don't know.
I also find it annoying that me quitting drinking is starting to come up as a reason to fill my schedule. Like first off that's between me and.. well me really. If I need to fill up time I can damn well do it myself. Plenty to do around here. And I know people are trying to help but that's just it, that kinda help puts me in a position where I cant tell if you're genuinely being nice or taking advantage of the situation. It just doesn't seem right, I don't know. What do you guys think?
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