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Alison: Can I be frank with you guys?
Robin: Sure, but I don’t see how changing your name would help
Kitty: Can I still be Kitty?
Robin: Shh, let Frank speak
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Give me strength. Give me strength to go. Give me strength to move. Give me strength to grow. We are capable of so much. We can achieve wonders And truly soar. But we limit our selves. We think its silly. We put limitations On what we can achieve. Make our selves feel small And insignificant. But there is no limit. We can achieve greatness. And more importantly, Goodness You say your body is not capable. But you soul is. Your soul is limitless and infinite. And your heart is strong and true. Stop you mind thinking otherwise. Stop saying: No. Don’t. Can't. Stop saying it to me. Because I can. Let me go. And all I ask, Is that you will give me The strength I need, To thieve. For we are so limited on time. To walk on this earth. To dance in the sun. Stand in the rain. Lie in the snow. To watch the sky roll on, From light to dark to light again. To smile back at the moon. Let our stories fade into memories, Lengend, myth. I want to do. I want to love. I want to speak. I want to see. I want to understand. Stop pulling me back, Dragging me to earth. Because to do something amazing, You have to walk on air And defy gravity. So this is goodbye. And I hope one day, I will get to say hello. Again. A Poem by Melissa Charlotte Atlanta Maden.
loving myself, decided to take some selfies after a while. it’s slowly taking me time to get comfy around being around a camera and wanting to vlog. i know it’s me slowly loving myself. you can take your time in falling in love again with yourself & things you love ✨
Hi Diana! I hope you are well. Could you tell us your thoughts about Grimoires like the Goetia, with the Ars Goetia, the Ars Paulina... more about Grimoires found in the study of Occultism?
On Famous Ancient Grimoires
You know how high fashion brands like creating indigenous designs and failing to mention that they were stolen from certain tribes?
That is a mirror of how these famous grimoires came to be.
There are two kinds of old magic: pagan and “high”.
Paganism was treated as lowly, ignorant and for the most part, evil. It was — still is — dismissed as superstition subscribed to by the masses or the insane.
But then some elites somehow came across pagan grimoires or perhaps eavesdropped during some rituals.
And they witnessed how real all of it is.
They, however, never admitted it. So they created their own magic... by plagiarizing it.
They called their version "high magic". Its practitioners were not labelled as witches, but rather as mages or magi. "Wise men".
On the topic of tarot history, I mentioned before that leading French mystics (Jean-Baptiste Alliette aka Etteilla, Antoine Court de Gebelin, Eliphas Levi) invented the idea that tarot came from Ancient Egypt. Because the thought that this impressive instrument of the occult began as a humble card game in their neighbor Italy seemed so basic to them.
These "wise men" of high magic did the same thing. Why admit that the peasant who lives down the road taught them how to treat a snakebite using magic, when they can claim instead that they found the cure from ancient writings by Hermes Trismegistus or King Solomon?
They copied pagan orisons, recipes and seals, and attributed them to fabricated famous sources.
Of course they added their elite touches here and there, so when perusing these famous grimoires side by side pagan ones, you will notice many differences.
But at the end of the day, these grimoires still have real magic in them. Although, many words and symbols are misspelled or misinterpreted, so they are not always effective.
That is why it makes me laugh when I post an ancient spell and someone tells me, "Oh, but Google said that's not what those words mean." Okay. Go enjoy your typo-filled, mistranslated, plagiarized sources.
Still, like I said, these ancient grimoires contain more than a semblance of the truth. So if you really believe in magic, you can make them work for you.
Here are some guidelines on how to distinguish the fake from the true.
I cannot be the only one in the whole world who is constantly thinking about the dog on the front of the tag
"This is where you can find your soul, if you dare. Where you can touch that part of you that you’ve never dared look at before."
Speak, Laurie Halse Anderson
I’m so emotionally attached to these books 🦢🕯️
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Bro tumblr's putting arabic prayers in my dash now💀
Misha. Dmitri. Дима. If you think. If you think for one second. That even a single person believes you when you say you didnt know about the wedding. Mr Collins, you live on twitter. Thats your house. We were having a wedding. At your house. And you expect me to believe. Dude. Look at me. Look at me. You saw the architectural digest tweet buddy. And you expect me to believhcdjbfkxsgjb
the "i'm not pretty like the other girls because i'm pale and skinny" female protagonist trope is something i loathe more than almost anything else in the world but i'd be more willing to forgive it if the author was brave enough to commit to it. if your "unattractive" female protagonist is a snow-white waif then i'd better see you emphasising how nauseatingly corpselike she looks. how people shudder when her maggot-flesh fingers touch their bare skin because they're expecting her to be cold and damp. how her birdlike bones and dainty waist are contemptible rather than desirable. maybe even have her develop a degree of beauty by gaining some weight and colour for a change. put down the necromancer barbie template and show me a proper little freak.
Finding the Power of Voice: Lessons from Laurie Halse Anderson's "Speak"
Shaina Tranquilino
October 22, 2023
In a society where silence is often seen as weakness, "Speak" by Laurie Halse Anderson serves as an empowering testament to the strength that can be found in speaking up. This poignant novel delves deep into the life of Melinda Sordino, a high school freshman who becomes an outcast after experiencing a traumatic event. Through her journey, readers are not only exposed to the harsh realities faced by many teenagers but are also provided with invaluable lessons on self-discovery, resilience, and the importance of finding one's voice.
Lesson 1: The Power of Silence: At first glance, it may seem contradictory that a book about speaking revolves around silence. However, "Speak" highlights the significance of silence as a psychological defense mechanism. Melinda's refusal to speak acts as a barrier between herself and others, shielding her from confronting her trauma head-on. This lesson emphasizes the need for empathy and understanding when encountering individuals who might choose silence as their means of communication.
Lesson 2: The Impact of Trauma: Through Melinda's experience, "Speak" tackles the sensitive topic of trauma and its profound effect on mental health. The author illustrates how a single traumatic event can result in PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder), depression, and anxiety. By shedding light on these struggles, Anderson urges readers to recognize and empathize with those silently battling their own demons.
Lesson 3: Self-Expression through Art: Art plays an integral role in helping Melinda find solace amidst her pain. She discovers an outlet for self-expression through her art class, allowing her emotions to manifest visually onto canvas. This teaches us that creativity can serve as a powerful tool for healing and personal growth when words fail us.
Lesson 4: The Importance of Speaking Up: As the title suggests, one central theme throughout "Speak" is the significance of finding and using one's voice. Melinda's eventual decision to break her silence leads not only to her own healing but also to justice being served for what she endured. This lesson serves as a reminder that our voices have the power to effect change, whether it be on an individual or societal level.
Lesson 5: The Value of Friendship: As Melinda navigates through her tumultuous high school experience, she finds solace in unexpected friendships. "Speak" sheds light on the importance of genuine connections and support systems during difficult times. It reminds us that true friends are those who empathize, listen without judgment, and encourage personal growth.
Laurie Halse Anderson's "Speak" stands as a powerful literary work that explores themes of trauma, resilience, and self-discovery. Through Melinda Sordino's journey from silence to speaking up, readers are reminded of the strength that lies within each of us. By addressing important issues faced by teenagers today and teaching valuable life lessons, this novel continues to resonate with readers young and old alike, encouraging them to find their voice and embrace their personal power.