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Safe Haven - John Wick

(Chapter one)

Pairing | John Wick x Original Fem! Character

Summary | In search of a breath in his tumultuous life, John Wick finds himself in a charming bookstore where he meets a sweet and welcoming woman. As they grow closer, John questions whether she can love him despite the dark secrets he carries. While battling the shadows of his past, he must protect the love that is blossoming and discover if hope and redemption are truly possible.

Word Count | 2.4k

A/N | Hey luvs! New chapter of my John Wick fic is up, and I’m super happy with all the interactions so far! Hope you all enjoy! (And also!! I want to let you guys know that this fic is kinda alternative, so Helen doesn't exist and John is still in his dark life with no romance 😭 poor baby) Prologue here!

The next day, John woke up with the softness of the bookstore still echoing in his mind. The aroma of tea and the warmth of the woman’s smile remained etched in his memory. It had been so long since he had allowed himself to feel something so light, so comforting.

As he moved, the pain in his injured shoulder reminded him of his reality. He slowly sat up, trying to ignore the stiffness spreading through his body. The past followed him, as always, but there was something inside him that longed to return to the bookstore.

With a soft sigh, John decided he needed that peace, even if it was temporary. He put on his black suit, adjusting his tie with precision, and stepped outside, feeling the morning breeze brush against his face and tousle his hair. The path seemed shorter this time, his anxiety replaced by cautious anticipation.

As he entered the bookstore, the bell chimed softly, and the familiar environment enveloped him, providing immediate comfort. He began searching for the woman who had welcomed him, his heart skipping a beat upon seeing her behind the counter, her head bent over a book. The sight of her so immersed in reading almost made him smile. Her hair, neatly tied up, contrasted with the beautiful mess from the night before, as if each style told a different part of her story.

When she noticed his presence, she looked up, and a smile illuminated her face. “You’re back!” she exclaimed, her voice like a ray of sunshine. “Did you find something interesting this time?”

John hesitated for a moment. There was something about the way she looked at him—so open, so inviting—that made him uncomfortable. Why does she seem so at ease? he wondered, almost absentmindedly. He observed her every movement. He had learned over the years that no one was completely innocent. Every smile could hide a motive, and he couldn’t afford to let his guard down.

“I’m still deciding,” he murmured, keeping his voice steady, not revealing the whirlwind of thoughts racing through his mind. Her expression, however, didn’t change. Her smile remained calm, showing no signs of insincerity. Either she’s a great actress, or… maybe she really is just that genuine?

She nodded, seeming satisfied with his answer. “That’s alright! I’m just happy to have you back. I have some new books that you might like,” she said, her eyes sparkling with enthusiasm.

John glanced away briefly, as if surveying the bookstore, but in reality, he was considering all possible exits, thinking about how each space could become an advantage point or a trap if he needed to act. That’s how he operated—always calculating.

He watched her move confidently around the space, picking up books and explaining their stories. John listened attentively, appreciating how animated she became, as if the words flowing from her mouth had a life of their own. However, while he listened, he continued evaluating. She seems sincere… but it’s hard to trust first impressions. His mind was always on alert.

“Have you read this one?” she asked, holding up a blue-covered book, her eyes eager for his response.

“No,” John admitted, “but I’m... willing to hear about it.”

The woman began talking about the plot, but he noticed she was also paying attention to him, as if trying to decipher what lay behind his calm expression. He struggled to maintain an air of mystery, not wanting her to know the weight he carried. She wants to understand more… but I can’t let her in.

“You have good taste, even if you don’t say much,” she observed with a playful smile.

John merely gave a slight smile in return, one that he didn’t even notice, a gesture that seemed sufficient for her. He liked how she didn’t press him, respecting his space. “Sometimes, silence speaks louder than words,” he commented, feeling it was an appropriate yet evasive response. It’s safer this way… he thought.

She nodded as if she understood. “I agree. Still, it’s nice to hear some stories from time to time.”

They were engrossed in conversation when suddenly, the sound of John’s phone ringing cut through the light atmosphere of the bookstore. He glanced at the screen and saw the name of a contact he didn’t want to see. A look of concern crossed his face as he hesitated to answer.

“Sorry,” he murmured to her, bringing the phone closer. “I need to take this.”

She nodded, and he stepped back a bit, the voice on the other end serving as a brutal reminder of his reality. “John, we need you. It’s urgent.”

He closed his eyes for a moment, feeling the weight of responsibility pressing down on his shoulders. “Understood,” he replied, his voice low and firm. “I’ll be there soon.”

Hanging up, he turned to the woman, frustration and sadness swirling in his eyes like a storm brewing on the horizon. “I have to go,” he said, his tone clipped and cold, the weight of unspoken words hanging heavily between them. The change in his demeanor was evident, casting a shadow over the warmth of their earlier conversation.

She looked at him, understanding reflected in her gaze. “It’s okay. I hope everything is alright,” she replied, her smile unwavering. “Come back when you can.”

He nodded silently, the promise lingering in the air. And with one last look around, he left the bookstore, carrying with him the memory of the peace he had found there, even knowing that it didn’t belong in his life.

As he stepped outside, he pulled the collar of his suit tighter, trying to conceal the pain still throbbing in his shoulder. Walking through the city streets, the feeling that he didn’t belong in that kind of peace grew within him. It was as if the tranquility of the bookstore was a distant world, one he had no right to access.

Quickening his pace, John blended into the crowd, once again wrapped in the shadows of his life. Work was calling him, and as he glanced back, he knew that temporary peace would be hard to find again.

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Mia watched the mysterious man walk out the door, his presence still lingering in the air. It was impossible not to notice the melancholy he carried, like a visible weight on his shoulders. She wished he was okay; maybe he had faced a tough day. But unlike the other customers who often appeared with a similar sadness, his pain seemed deeper, as if shaped by difficult experiences.

She tried to shake off those thoughts, knowing that losing herself in them would lead nowhere. Just then, her coworker, Tom, emerged from the back of the bookstore, looking groggy. Tom, a man with dark skin and adorable curls, always brought a lightness to the atmosphere, even when he was sleepy. His playful nature was a balm for heavier days, and he was Mia’s only friend, someone who treated her like a younger sister.

“Finally, Tom! I thought you passed out back there,” she remarked, a smile playing on her lips as she moved to the counter to put away the books she had been showing the man.

Tom rubbed his eyes, trying to shake off the sleepiness. “Sorry, I had to sort through a bunch of boxes that arrived this morning. What did I miss? Any interesting customers?”

Mia glanced out the window, watching the street where the man had disappeared. “Yeah, there was... A customer in a suit… and he was really quiet. He seemed a bit… distant, you know?”

“Another one of those businessmen, huh?” Tom said, putting his hands in his pockets as he approached the counter. “You know how those types are. Sometimes, they just need a little space.”

“Yeah…” Mia replied, rearranging one of the books on the counter. “He didn’t say much, but he seemed… I don’t know, just… different.”

Before she could continue her thought, the sound of the door opening brought a new customer into the store. Mia straightened her shoulders, returning to her work with her usual smile. “Good afternoon! Can I help you with anything?”

As the new visitor browsed the shelves, Tom leaned closer, hands still in his pockets, watching Mia sideways. “You seem a bit lost in thought today. Everything okay?” He always noticed when something was bothering her, as if he had a special intuition for it.

She offered a small smile and nodded. “Yeah, I’m fine. Just… I don’t know, I’m tired.”

Tom studied her for a moment, then gave the counter a light tap. “Alright. But don’t worry. We always end up meeting all kinds of people here. Maybe he was just having a tough day.”

Mia nodded, turning her attention back to the customer in the store. Maybe that was all it was. Just another ordinary day, another passing customer. The thought made her smile. After all, the bookstore was filled with stories—on the shelves and among the people who came and went every day.

“Yeah, you’re probably right…” Mia murmured, and just as she spoke, the doorbell chimed again, signaling yet another arrival.

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John couldn't help but feel a pang of pride for having come out of this mission without major injuries. Each day seemed like a new opportunity to improve, to become more lethal, more efficient. Even after so many years in this life, he knew there was still room for growth. After all, that was what he did best, right? Fight, stab, shoot. Kill. It was what he knew, what defined his existence.

With a tired grunt, the tall man sank into the sofa, feeling the weight of the day on his shoulders. His large house was enveloped in a deafening silence, a constant echo of his loneliness. The empty walls seemed to close in around him, reminding him that, no matter how unbeatable he was on the battlefield, here, within these four walls, he was just a solitary man marked by his choices.

The life he had built, on a foundation of blood and violence, now felt like an invisible prison. But this was the only life he knew how to live.

John ran his hands through his hair, massaging his sore neck as he settled into the sofa. The stillness of the house wrapped around him like a heavy cloak, with nothing to distract him from the thoughts that always came flooding back. There was no music, television, or any sound to break the emptiness, only the echo of his own footsteps resonating in his mind.

He looked at the coffee table, where a half-empty bottle of whiskey awaited, a reminder of nights when alcohol was his only reliable companion. Next to the bottle, his gun lay, cold and silent, yet ever-present. It was ironic how the objects surrounding him—the weapons, the elegant furniture, the empty hallways—spoke more about who he had become than any words ever could.

John leaned forward to grab the glass, swirling the amber liquid before taking a long gulp. The taste burned his throat, but he didn't wince. There was a strange comfort in feeling something, anything, even if it was just the artificial warmth of the alcohol. The silence returned, relentless.

For a moment, he thought about calling someone. Someone to talk to, even if only for a few minutes. But soon that idea faded away. Who would he call? Who could understand the depth of his darkness?

He set the glass aside and stood up, slowly crossing the room, his heavy footsteps echoing on the wooden floor. Sometimes he found himself wondering if this was the life he had chosen or just the one the world had forced upon him. But, regardless of the answer, he was trapped. There was no easy way out.

Outside, the city continued to pulse, indifferent to the existence of John Wick. And he, in the midst of loneliness, knew he would soon be called to kill again. The cycle never ended.

John stopped in front of the window, watching the city stretch out before him. The bright lights twinkled in the distance, and the distant sound of traffic was the only connection he had to the world outside. He could see life happening, people living their routines without imagining what lurked in the shadows. For them, the city was vibrant, full of opportunities and dreams. For him, it was just a prison, camouflaged in lights and movement.

He rested his hands on the window ledge, feeling the cold of the glass against his skin. Even from his height, he knew he was not above anything. The violence, the darkness, the blood—all of it surrounded him, filled him. There was no escape. Each mission he completed took him deeper into the abyss.

In the distance, a police siren echoed, pulling John from his thoughts. He sighed, knowing there would be more battles ahead, more deaths to add to his already long list.

John stepped away from the window, and instinctively, his eyes fell on the gun on the table. It was an extension of himself, a tool he wielded with deadly precision. There was a part of him that took pride in that—in the efficiency, the skill, the control. But another part, buried deep inside, wondered how long it would last. How long would he endure this cycle of violence before he finally fell?

He picked up the gun and examined it, his fingers gliding over the cold metal. Unlike people, the gun had never betrayed him. It was straightforward, without ambiguities. With it, the world was simple. There was a target and an end.

A soft notification buzzed on his phone, cutting through the silence of the room. The screen lit up with a familiar name—a new job. Another name to cross off the list. He knew he had no choice. He never had. Leaving the gun on the table, he picked up the phone, his fingers hovering over the message for a moment before opening it.

Another contract. Another target.

John closed his eyes for a second, allowing the weight of everything that was to come to settle over him. Then, with the determination that had always guided him, he opened his eyes and left the apartment, ready to face the next battle, just as he always did.

In the end, he was not a man of peace.

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Tyrant's Favorite | Sukuna Ryomen

Chapter 8 “Differences” is available now!

King!SukunaRyomen x Servant!FemReader

Summary: You used to be just another servant among the army of humans operating under the command of the terrible king, Sukuna Ryomen. An ordinary human who only knows how to wash, clean and cook. Until one day, he notices something in you that you hadn't seen before.

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Sukuna hates mornings. Birds chirping, getting out of bed heavily and watching the sun conquer the skies are things he despises with all his heart. Just a curse that lives in a gigantic dark castle in order to have to deal as little as possible with sunlight. The windows with bloody roses, besides serving as decoration, have specific colors to mitigate the intense day to day light. Sukuna rubbed his eyes as he made his way to the dining room for breakfast at a slow pace as he was just waking up. As he approached the door, he heard the servants encouraging themselves to work faster. 

“Good morning, my king,” the servants said in unison once the great conqueror of their lands entered the room. 

The table was set as it was every morning. The tableware was elegantly placed in front of each seat, the candles were symmetrically spaced between the empty spaces and a subtle lemon scent could be perceived from how clean everything was. The servants lined up against the perimeter of the room as usual as they heard the king approaching. Sukuna inspected the faces he saw each morning, making sure no one was missing. It was strange not to see you in your usual place. Mrs. Inoue had not seen you at breakfast time or in the kitchen. She was so worried that she had already thought the worst. She wanted to ask the king about your whereabouts or the confirmation of your sudden death, but she didn't have the courage to do so.

“Did you inform her that she must have breakfast with me?” Sukuna asked Uraume as soon as he sat down at the head of the table. 

“Yes, my king, she must be getting ready,” Uraume answered as soon as one of the servants served him his breakfast: fried eggs and shredded meat, human, of course. 

The door opened again, interrupting the king's first bite. Finally, you have arrived. Your figure was wrapped in a beautiful dress that had been made especially for you. A pair of braids framed your face while a crystal tiara rested gently on your head. Your neck and wrists were adorned with precious jewelry that cost more than your old cabin in the countryside. Even though you had no royal blood, you felt like the princesses you used to see at balls. Sukuna was so used to seeing you in your uniform that he dropped his fork in shock. 

“Good morning, everyone,” you greeted with a small bow before entering the room. 

All the servants looked at you in shock for dressing so extravagantly. It was the first time you felt so many eyes on you, completely exposed even though you were clothed from head to toe. You just smiled and made your way to your new seat, the right side of the king. Mrs. Inoue was on the verge of tears of happiness to see that you were not dead and better than ever. 

“Good morning, my king.” You bowed respectfully to him. Mrs. Inoue overtook another servant to pull your chair, the perfect excuse to approach you. 

“Are you all right?” She whispered in your ear. You just nodded as you took a seat. 

Sukuna was still enthralled with your extreme change in appearance. He had known you as an ordinary girl in a hideous brown dress full of dirt that hid your good attributes. Now you stood before him in a beautiful purple dress with gold flowers decorating your chest and flowing down to the skirt. The sleeves that subtly rested on your arms allowed him the exposed skin of your shoulders that used to be covered by the uniform. Since you always wore a white scarf, I had never noticed your pretty hair color. You were a diamond in the rough that just needed to be polished to shine among the stars. Quickly, you noticed that Sukuna was just looking at you with his lips parted as if he wanted to say something. 

“Is something wrong?” you asked, confused. 

Sukuna quickly returned to his reality, picking up his fork as if nothing had happened. He coughed a couple of times before looking away so it wouldn't show that he loved your new look. His heart was beating like crazy and he didn't know how to make it stop. 

“That color doesn't go with your skin tone,” he complained, pretending that was the reason he was looking at you so intently. 

“Do you think so?” You asked while looking at the contrast between the dress and your skin tone. 

It had been a long time since you had worn a dress as beautiful as that one. I repeat, you had never worn a dress as beautiful as that one. Your mother used to buy dresses for you, but they were a solid color and not the best material, as she bought the ones that were within her financial means. You had forgotten how tedious it was to wear a corset so tight to the body and heels that hurt your feet. But, it was nice to pass in front of the mirrors and see something nice on the other side. 

A servant soon arrived to serve you a breakfast similar to Sukuna's, but with mutton instead of human flesh. You bit into it, happy to be eating something other than porridge after a long time. You missed eating meat after the time Sukuna invited you to eat with him for the second time. You were very excited that from now on you would always eat with him. 

“Your tutor is coming today," Sukuna informed you. 

“My tutor?” You asked confused. 

“He will make sure you have the necessary intellectual tools to be my wife and the mother of my future heir. He will teach you literature, mathematics, health and give you piano lessons,” he explained before drinking from his wine glass. 

That last thing got you very excited. You couldn't wait to learn to play like the professionals. In your head, you could already imagine all the songs you would learn. The king could be a heartless being, but sometimes he was generous. 

“He will arrive in the afternoon for you to welcome him, since he will be living here from today on,” he ordered before continuing eating. “You better not waste his time.” 

“I will try my best to be the best student.” You smiled before continuing to eat. That only made Sukuna's heart flutter even more. "Is my heart failing me already?" He asked himself. 

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A moment alone (Sam X Farmer)

A/N: My old blog got deactivated and this is a draft I had saved on my laptop and really wanted to get this out, hope you all enjoy - B

"I'm glad you're finally doing this" Leah puts down her glass and leans towards me, so I can hear her over the loud music "me too! Everyone seems to be having fun!" I look around, some people are dancing, others are talking in huddles and Sam was leaning on the wall behind me, our eyes catch and he waves, I wave back and then turn back to Leah, she raises an eyebrow "you gonna make a move? My cabin is pretty packed right now, you definitely have an excuse to get close" I roll my eyes "Leah, we've talked about this he has a thing with Penny" she looks over to the dining room where Penny is in deep conversation with Abigail, my gaze follows hers and she says "well if that's the case why isn't he stood with her and stood there" she quickly has a look over my shoulder "staring at you?" I tilt my head, confused I quiz "wait, he's still staring?" she nods, then with furrowed brows looks over again "looks like he has something to say" then a look of embarrassment flashes across her face and quietly says "Oh I looked too long! He's now coming over!" I find myself standing up straighter and as I feel his presence behind me Leah states "I'm going to get a drink" she rushes off, leaving me and Sam alone I can't help but look at her discarded drink she had put down earlier.

"Hey"

I gulp, why does this man make me so nervous? Why does it feel like I'm in school again with a stupid childish crush? "Hey" he smiles and then is seemingly distracted by the song changing, a pop punk song sounds throughout the cabin, bouncing off the walls. I turn to the speakers to see Leah standing next to them, she flashes me a wink before resuming a conversation with Eliot. I suddenly feel warm hands clasp around mine and turn back to Sam, who is dancing "this is my favourite song, you have to join me" I laugh and start moving my body with his, imitating the way he's moving. He pulls me over closer to the centre of the room where a cluster of other dancers have gathered, his soft hands leave mine as he gets more and more into dancing, I really can't keep my eyes off him he looks so at peace and is clearly having fun, it warms my heart to see. While staring I accidentally bump into Emily who's next to me, I turn to quickly apologise to her and then Sam leans into my ear "want to go outside? I'm boiling" I'm not, but the idea of being alone with him doesn't sound bad. I nod and weave through the crowd behind him as we make our way to the front door.

I close the door behind me as we step outside, he looks into my eyes and sighs "how are you?" I nod "yeah I'm good! I'm just glad Leah finally did all this" I gesture to her cabin "getting everyone together for a party is a really good idea you know?" he nods ever so slightly and I can see him struggle to make eye contact with me "yeah no its good" well this feels...awkward. Sam usually talks my ear off and conversation flows but now its stagnated, she shakes his head and laughs through his nose "ok not my most subtle work" I furrow my brows "what do you mean?" he avoids eye contact and then meets my eyes again "well I've been wanting to talk to you all night, clearly I couldn't even wait for my favourite song to finish, we weren't even dancing for that long, I wasn't even hot and when we get out here I can't even do small talk" he's now mumbling and not even saying a whole lot so I interrupt him "are you ok?" he stops and for a moment everything is still, I can see him struggling to speak, so I give him the time as I stay silent and lean against the wall as I wait "I-" he clears his throat "when I'm hanging out with you I feel like it's never enough time, I want to be hanging with you all the time, while you're doing your farm duties or you're in the mines or you're fishing and I hate fishing!" I laugh, not knowing where this is going, he doesn't notice this and continues "and I've been trying to figure out why I feel that way, I love Seb and Abi and Penny but I don't find myself feeling that way about them as much as I do with you" He must of been holding his breath in as he exhales loudly

"and I think I really like you"

My eyes widen as what he just said hits me, I have so much to say but one question sticks out to me more than anything else "wait, I thought you had a thing with Penny?" He tilts his head "what? No, Penny's great but I've never seen her in that way" I feel like an idiot, why didn't I ask that sooner, I've had feelings for him for this long and I stopped myself from saying anything because of something that's not even true, Leah will find that hilarious. "I- I genuinely thought that was the case, I stopped myself from telling you that I like you because of that" his eyes widen "wait you like me too?" I nod and joke "and you like me?!" we both laugh and as we quiet down we meet each others eyes, I find my gaze dropping down to his lips and back up at his eyes only to see him looking at mine. He steps forward, a soft gaze meeting my eyes, my breath quickens as he gets closer and closer to me until I'm trapped between him and the cabin wall, he voices drops "can I-?" he trails off so I finish "kiss me?" he nods and then I do, he leans in and his lips touch mine, all of my senses are taken over by him, I can smell his aftershave, I can hear his soft breathing, I can feel his skin against mine. Feeling impatient I snake my hand around the back of his neck and pull him in even closer, his body now even closer to mine. The kiss gets more and more passionate as I part my lips and feel his tongue enter my mouth, our breathing gets heavier and heavier before he pulls away and sighs "I have been waiting for that" I giggle "so have I" I look down to his lips, up his eyes and down to his lips again.

"I'm going to ask something"

"Hmm?"

"Want to spend the night at mine?"

He laughs "and what would we be doing?"

"whatever we feel like doing?"

"sounds great"

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My good friend, Martin Whiskin and myself, have been pondering with a project for a while now.

Every Tuesday at 5 in the morning, we get up, and record an episode of our new podcast "Hidden By Design", which we are super proud of.

This have turned into this series of episodes, that covers the basics of design.

Martin Whiskin is the attentive student, and I am the teacher, explaining that Design is everywhere. And that we are all designing stuff every day, without knowing it.

Its great, because Martin Whiskin is an amazing student! He asks clever questions, and challenges his teacher in every episode.

Today we released the 5th episode about Flow, where I explain how this concept is important when you are designing things for others.

You can find it on Spotify and a bunch of other platforms as well.

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L’eredità di un genio: riflessioni, idee e intuizioni senza tempo The Legacy of a Genius: Timeless Reflections, Ideas, and Insights Leonardo da Vinci era un uomo eccezionale. L'epitome dell'uomo iconico del Rinascimento, era un maestro in vari campi, tra cui pittura, scultura, architettura, ingegneria, matematica, musica e letteratura. Leonardo da Vinci was an exceptional human. The epitome of the iconic Renaissance man, he was a master in various fields, including painting, sculpture, architecture, engineering, mathematics, music, and literature. Aveva una capacità straordinaria di combinare conoscenze artistiche e scientifiche per creare opere d'arte belle e proporzionalmente accurate. Ciò che distingue Leonardo dagli altri uomini, allora e ora, sono la sua insaziabile curiosità e la sua attenta osservazione. Desiderava profondamente apprendere e comprendere quanto più possibile del mondo fisico. Si impegnava costantemente per esplorare nuove idee e migliorare le sue abilità in vari campi. A tal fine, Leonardo registrò meticolosamente le sue osservazioni nei quaderni, noti anche come codici usando disegni, note scritte ed equazioni matematiche.He had an extraordinary ability to combine artistic and scientific knowledge to create beautiful and proportionally accurate works of art. What sets Leonardo apart from other men, then and now, is his insatiable curiosity and his keen observational skills. He deeply desired to learn and understand as much as possible about the physical world. He constantly pushed himself to explore new ideas and improve his skills in various fields. To this end, Leonardo meticulously recorded his observations in notebooks, also known as codexes using drawings, written notes, and mathematical equations.Dovremmo essere tutti curiosi come Leonardo. Potremmo prendere tutti una pagina dai taccuini di Leo e seguire il suo consiglio! Ecco una breve storia di Leonardo da Vinci e un po' della sua saggezza.We should all be as curious as Leonardo. We could all take a page from one of Leo’s notebooks and follow his advice! Here is a brief history of Leonardo da Vinci and some of his wisdom.  Leonardo Da Vinci nacque il 15 aprile 1452, nel piccolo borgo di Vinci, lontano dalle grandi città. Il posto in cui è nato non era più grande di un pollaio. Da bambino inizia la sua passione per le macchine e i gadget perché era affascinato dal mulino del paese. Una piccola casa è stata costruita su un flusso veloce che contiene una macchina meravigliosa. Mentre l'acqua scorreva, causava la rotazione delle pale di legno di una turbina, incanalando energia cinetica per macinare il grano in farina. E proprio come un mulino ad acqua continuamente girato dal flusso costante di acqua, la mente fluida di Leonardo è stato messo in moto, e ha iniziato costantemente alla ricerca di nuove conoscenze ed esperienze.Leonardo Da Vinci was born on April 15, 1452, in the small village of Vinci, far from the big cities. The place he was born in was no bigger than a chicken coop. As a child, his passion for machines and gadgets began because he was fascinated by the village mill. A small house was constructed over a fast-moving stream containing a marvelous machine. As the water flowed by, it caused the wooden paddles of a turbine to turn, channeling kinetic energy to grind grain into flour. And just as a watermill continuously turned by the constant flow of water, Leonardo’s fluid mind was set in motion, and he began constantly seeking out new knowledge and experiences. Era lo zio di Leonardo, si chiamava Francesco, che gli diede una penna e gli disse di disegnare. E così via! Leonardo cominciò a disegnare tutto ciò che vedeva, dal paesaggio dalla valle dell'Arno ai volti della gente — i brutti e i belli. Leonardo’s uncle, Francesco, gave him a pen and told him to draw. And away he went! Leonardo began to draw everything he saw, from the Arno valley's landscape to people's faces — the ugly and the beautiful. Leonardo da Vinci credeva che la bellezza fosse essenziale per l'arte, la natura e l'esperienza umana. Vedeva la bellezza come un riflesso dell'ordine naturale e dell'armonia dell'universo. Credeva che potesse elevare lo spirito umano e ispirare gioia e meraviglia. Allo stesso tempo, Leonardo riconobbe anche un lato oscuro della vita. Quella bruttezza, decadenza e imperfezione erano aspetti inevitabili del mondo naturale. La bellezza era più bella quando contrastava con il brutto, e le malformazioni erano più orribili rispetto a qualcosa di divinamente proporzionale. Credeva che fosse compito dell'artista catturare e rappresentare questi aspetti della realtà e usarli per creare un senso di equilibrio e contrasto nelle loro opere d'arte.Leonardo da Vinci believed beauty was essential to art, nature, and the human experience. He saw beauty as a reflection of the natural order and harmony of the universe. He believed it could elevate the human spirit and inspire joy and wonder. At the same time, Leonardo also recognized a dark side to life. That ugliness, decay, and imperfection were inevitable aspects of the natural world. Beauty was more beautiful when contrasted with the ugly, and malformations were more horrific when compared to something divinely proportional. He believed that it was the artist's role to capture and represent these aspects of reality and to use them to create a sense of balance and contrast in their works of art. Il padre fu colpito dalle capacità artistiche del figlio e decise che Leonardo avrebbe dovuto studiare a Firenze sotto la guida dell'artista Andrea del Verrocchio. Il Maestro fiorentino, ha avuto un ruolo significativo nella prima evoluzione artistica di Leonardo. Permise anche a Leonardo di dipingere una coppia di angeli in una delle sue opere più celebri, "Battesimo di Cristo." Si racconta che quando Verrocchio vide l'angelo di Leonardo, l'artista maestro fu talmente colpito dalla bravura e dalla creatività del suo apprendista che decise di rinunciare del tutto alla pittura. His father was impressed by his son’s artistic abilities and decided Leonardo should study in Florence under the artist Andrea del Verrocchio. The Florentine Master played a significant role in shaping Leonardo’s early artistic development. He even allowed Leonardo to paint a pair of angels in one of his most famous works, “Baptism of Christ.” It is said when Verrocchio saw Leonardo’s angel, the master artist was so impressed by his apprentice’s skill and creativity he decided to give up painting altogether. Fu umiliato e, credendo di non poter mai eguagliare il talento del suo studente, dichiarò di non avere più nulla da insegnargli. Questo può essere apocrifo, ma i due artisti avevano una stretta relazione influente.He was humbled and, believing he could never match his student’s talent, declared he had nothing more to teach him. This may be apocryphal, but the two artists had a close influential relationship. Il talento di Leonardo si fa presto conoscere a Firenze e Milano, attirando l'attenzione di mecenati facoltosi e colleghi artisti. Con l'aumentare della sua reputazione, fu incaricato di dipingere molti ritratti, tra cui quello di Cecilia Gallerani, una nobildonna milanese e amante di Ludovico Sforza. L'ermellino che tiene in grembo è direttamente correlato al cognome della signora, che in greco è "galê." Un ermellino era spesso usato come emblema di Ludovico. Nei bestiari medievali, un ermellino rappresentava le virtù dell'equilibrio e della moderazione. Leonardo combinò abilmente questi elementi e catturò l'inclinazione della testa e l'inclinazione degli occhi dell'animale e della donna allo stesso modo. Come dimostra questo dipinto, la mente fertile di Leonardo costantemente cercato connessioni intelligenti… e puoi scommettere che ha passato il tempo a studiare il cranio dell'animale e la sua morbida pelliccia di seta prima di dipingere questo ritratto.Leonardo's talents quickly became known in Florence and Milan, attracting the attention of wealthy patrons and fellow artists. As his reputation grew, he was contracted to paint numerous portraits, including the one above of Cecilia Gallerani, a Milanese noblewoman and mistress of Ludovico Sforza. The ermine she holds in her lap is directly related to the lady’s surname, which in greek is “galê.” An ermine was also frequently used as Ludovico’s emblem. In medieval bestiaries, an ermine represented the virtues of balance and restraint. Leonardo cleverly combined these elements and captured the tilt of the head and the slant of the eyes of the animal and the woman similarly. As demonstrated by this painting, Leonardo’s fertile mind constantly sought out clever connections… and you can most certainly bet he spent time studying the skull of the animal and its soft silky fur before painting this portrait. Image Credit: Adobe Photo, Portrait of Cecilia Gallerani Non si può eseguire un dipinto magistrale del corpo umano senza averlo studiato. Così Leonardo studiò l'anatomia dei corpi morti di animali, giovani, vecchi e donne. Ha anche disegnato gli organi interni finché non è stato proibito continuare. Sebbene possano aver contribuito al progresso della medicina, i disegni di Leonardo sono stati dimenticati per circa 400 anni.  You can’t execute a masterful painting of the human body without having studied it. Thus Leonardo studied the anatomy of dead bodies of animals, young, old, and women. He also drew the internal organs until it was forbidden to continue. Although they may have contributed to medical progress, Leonardo’s drawings were forgotten for nearly 400 years.   Leonardo ha sempre avuto idee sorprendenti. Usava il suo ingegno per creare immagini fantastiche come unicorni, o creature misteriose come elefanti che suonava istrumenti musicale, mostri marini, Nettuno il re del mare, draghi e teste mostruose. Ha disegnato grandi e imponenti cavalli da guerra, ma anche i piccoli felini che ha fatto non erano per lo sconto e hanno avuto il potere di essere un capolavoro. Leonardo always had surprising ideas. He used his wits to create fantastic images like unicorns or mysterious creatures like elephants that played musical instruments, sea monsters, Neptune the sea king, dragons, and monstrous heads. He drew large and impressive war horses, but even the little felines he made were not for the discount and had the power to be a masterpiece.  Leonardo sognava di volare, e forse l'idea di avere la libertà totale lo colpì e alimentò la sua voglia di inventare gadget volanti in modo che potesse visitare terre lontane e vedere creature e persone misteriose. La leggenda narra che vagasse per le strade di Firenze con una lucertola sulle spalle. Una volta al mercato, quando Leonardo vide gli uccelli in gabbia, li comprò tutti e li liberò immediatamente e li guardò con soddisfazione mentre volavano via. Disse: "Se solo fossi uno di loro."Leonardo dreamed of flying, and maybe the idea of having total freedom struck him and fueled his desire to invent flying gadgets so that he could visit far-off lands and see mysterious creatures and people. Legend has it that he wandered the streets of Florence with a lizard on his shoulders. Once at the market, when Leonardo saw birds in cages, he bought all of them and immediately set them free and watched in satisfaction as they flew away. He said, "If only I were one of them." L'artista rivoluzionario sperimentò nuovi metodi di pittura ad olio chiamati "Sfumato." È una tecnica in cui l'artista fonde strati di pittura ad olio per creare un effetto nebbioso, onirico. Leonardo ha creato un senso realistico di profondità e volume combinando morbide pennellate "fumose" con colori chiari e scuri (chiaroscuro). Guardate da vicino lo sfondo della Gioconda, e vedrai questa tecnica. Leonardo usava anche questo modo di dipingere morbido e fumoso per sfumare leggermente gli angoli della bocca di La Giocanda in modo che il sorriso sembrasse contemporaneamente presente e assente. Questo crea un senso di mistero e intrigo ed è diventato uno degli aspetti più iconici della pittura di Leonardo.The revolutionary artist experimented with new oil painting methods called “Sfumato.” It is a technique in which the artist blends layers of oil paint to create a foggy, dreamlike effect. Leonardo created a realistic sense of depth and volume by combining soft "smoky" brush strokes with light and dark colors (chiaroscuro). Look closely at the background of the Mona Lisa, and you will see this technique. Leonardo also used this soft smokey way of painting to slightly blur the corners of La Giocanda's mouth so that the smile simultaneously seems present and absent. This creates a sense of mystery and intrigue and has become one of the most iconic aspects of Leonardo's painting. L'artista vedeva l'arte come un processo continuo di esplorazione e scoperta. Una volta disse: "L'arte non è mai finita, solo abbandonata." Poiché era ossessionato dalla perfezione, Leonardo spesso lasciava i suoi dipinti incompiuti. Il Cenacolo, infatti, è una delle sue opere incompiute più famose; Mentre lavorava a questo affresco, Leonardo era così assorto nel suo lavoro che a volte si dimentica di mangiare o dormire. Trascorre ore studiando i volti dei suoi soggetti, cercando di catturare nel dettaglio le loro emozioni ed espressioni.The artist saw art as an ongoing process of exploration and discovery. He once said, "Art is never finished, just abandoned." Because he was obsessed with perfection, Leonardo often left his paintings unfinished. Il Cenacolo, or “The Last Super” is one of his most famous unfinished works; while working on this fresco, Leonardo became so absorbed in the painting that he sometimes forgot to eat or sleep. He spent hours studying the faces of his subjects, trying to capture their emotions and expressions in detail. Ecco di più della saggezza di Leonardo Here is more of Leonardo’s wisdom Cerca le divine proporzioni che sono in tutte le naturali cose. Seek the divine proportions that are in all natural things. Un pittore è padrone di tutte le cose che poteva immaginare.  A painter is the master of all things he can imagine.  Non chi comincia, ma quel che persevera. Solo chi persevera ottiene risultati, nell'istruzione e nell’arte. Anche se Leonardo non ha terminato molte delle sue opere, l’essere di Leo non ha mai smesso di persevera. It is not who begins but who perseveres. Only those who strive will obtain results in education and art. And although Leonardo did not finish many of his works, the true essence of Leonardo was to continue experimenting and evolving.   La solitudine non manca vantaggi. Chi è solo, è tutto suo. Keeping your own company does not lack advantages. He who is alone has everything to himself. Non nascondere i tuoi lavori. Metti in mostra per condividere le tue idee. Don’t hide your work. Showcase what you have created and share your ideas with others. Sii innovativo e vai controcorrente. Invece di seguire gli altri, vai nella direzione opposta. Anche un pesce morto segue la corrente. Ci vuole un pesce vivo e attivo per nuotare controcorrente. Be innovative. Instead of following others, go in the opposite direction. Even a dead fish follows the current. It takes a live and active fish to swim against the tide. Ascolta pazientemente le critiche. Considera sempre se coloro che ti criticano hanno ragione o meno. In tal caso, correggi questi errori. In caso contrario, comportati come se non capissi cosa hanno detto. Listen to criticism patiently. Always consider whether or not those who find fault with you are right. If so, correct these faults. If not, act as if you did not understand what they said. Sii originale. Non imitare gli altri; ma solo la natura. Don’t hide your work. Showcase what you have created and share your ideas with others. Domanda sempre. Le domande sono più importanti delle risposte.  Question always. Questions are more important than answers.  Imparare non è un obblio. È una necessità. Si impara facendo cose, si impara risolvendo problemi. Learning is not an obligation. It is a necessity. You learn by doing things; you learn by solving problems.  Tieni il cervello attivo. Come il ferro arrugginisce dalla mancanza di uso, come l'acqua va male se stagnante o con il freddo diventa ghiaccio, così l’ingegno senza esercizio si guasta. Keep your brain active. As iron rusts from lack of use, as water goes bad if stagnant or with the cold becomes ice, ingenuity stalls out and becomes stale without exercise.  Cerca la semplicità. La semplicità è il massimo della sofisticazione. Keep things simple. Simplicity is the ultimate in sophistication. Correggi l’amico in segreto e lodalo davanti agli altri. Cerca gioia e amore nella vita. L'amore è il rifiuto dell'odio e ci dà la giovinezza eterna. Cerca gioia e amore nella vita. L'amore è il rifiuto dell'odio e ci dà la giovinezza eterna. Seek joy and love in life. Love is the rejection of hatred and gives us eternal youth. Ogni domani è importante per incontrare nuova gente e vivere nuove e importante storie. Every tomorrow is an important opportunity to meet new people and live new and important stories. E alla fine non dire mai che non hai abbastanza tempo. In una giornata hai esattamente lo stesso numero di ore che Leonardo ha avuto… e guarda tutte le cose che lui ha fatto!And finally, never say you don’t have enough time. In a day, you have exactly the same number of hours that Leonardo had… and look at all the things he accomplished! Parliamo della saggezza di imparare l'italiano con Melissa! Let's talk about the wisdom of learning italian with Melissa! Take a look at the Studentessa Language Immersion Programs and the Italian Homestay Language Immersion Vacations offered through the site. Read the full article

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Hurricane Season Survival Guide: How to Protect Your Sarasota Roof

Hurricane season is an annual challenge for homeowners in Sarasota, Florida. Each year, the threat of these powerful storms brings a mix of anxiety and preparation. While stocking up on supplies and securing windows are standard practices, one of the most crucial yet often overlooked areas needing attention is your roof. Ensuring your roof is ready to withstand the intense winds and heavy rains of a hurricane can mean the difference between minor damage and a complete catastrophe. This guide will provide you with essential tips and advice on how to protect your Sarasota roof during hurricane season.

Understanding the Importance of Roof Maintenance

Your roof is your home’s first line of defense against the elements. During a hurricane, it bears the brunt of the storm's fury. Regular roof maintenance and timely repairs are vital in keeping it strong and resilient. Neglecting your roof can lead to leaks, structural damage, and even total roof failure, which can be costly and dangerous.

Pre-Hurricane Roof Inspection

Before hurricane season hits, it's essential to conduct a thorough inspection of your roof. Look for signs of wear and tear, such as:

Missing or damaged shingles: These can be easily torn off by strong winds, leaving your roof vulnerable.

Cracks or holes: These can allow water to seep into your home, leading to water damage and mold growth.

Loose or rusted flashing: Flashing helps direct water away from critical areas. Ensuring it is secure and rust-free is crucial.

If you’re unsure about the condition of your roof, hiring a professional to conduct the inspection is a wise investment.

Reinforcing Your Roof

There are several steps you can take to reinforce your roof and increase its chances of surviving a hurricane:

1. Install Hurricane Straps and Clips

Hurricane straps and clips are designed to secure your roof to the walls of your home, providing additional support against high winds. These devices can significantly reduce the risk of your roof being lifted off during a storm.

2. Seal Your Roof Deck

A sealed roof deck prevents water from entering your home if the roof covering is damaged. This involves applying a special tape or membrane over the seams of the roof deck, creating a barrier against water infiltration.

3. Upgrade to Impact-Resistant Shingles

Impact-resistant shingles are designed to withstand the force of flying debris during a hurricane. They are made from more durable materials than standard shingles and can provide an extra layer of protection.

Regular Roof Maintenance

Routine maintenance is key to ensuring your roof remains in top condition throughout hurricane season. Some maintenance tasks include:

Cleaning gutters and downspouts: Ensure that water can flow freely off your roof and away from your home.

Trimming overhanging branches: This reduces the risk of branches falling on your roof during a storm.

Checking attic ventilation: Proper ventilation helps reduce the buildup of moisture and heat, which can weaken your roof structure over time.

Emergency Repairs and Preparations

Despite your best efforts, hurricanes can still cause damage. Be prepared to make emergency repairs by having the following supplies on hand:

Tarp and roofing nails: To cover and protect damaged areas.

Roof sealant: For quick fixes to minor leaks.

Ladder and safety gear: To safely access your roof if needed.

Post-Hurricane Roof Inspection

After a hurricane has passed, it’s crucial to inspect your roof for any damage. Even if it appears intact from the ground, there may be hidden issues that need addressing. Look for:

Loose or missing shingles: Replace them promptly to prevent leaks.

Debris buildup: Clear any debris to prevent further damage.

Water stains on ceilings: This can indicate leaks that need immediate attention.

When to Call a Professional

While some roof maintenance tasks can be handled by homeowners, others require professional expertise. If you notice significant damage or are unsure about the extent of necessary repairs, it's best to call in the experts. Strong Roofing Sarasota is a trusted name among roof companies Sarasota FL. Our team of experienced professionals can provide thorough inspections, repairs, and maintenance to ensure your roof is hurricane-ready.

Final Thoughts

Protecting your roof during hurricane season is a critical aspect of safeguarding your home and family. By conducting regular maintenance, making necessary upgrades, and being prepared for emergencies, you can enhance your roof’s resilience against the elements. Don’t wait until a storm is on the horizon; take action now to ensure your roof is ready to weather the storm.

Strong Roofing Sarasota is here to help. If you're looking for roof companies Sarasota FL, Strong Roofing is the best choice! Contact us today to schedule your roof inspection and estimate Take the first step in hurricane-proofing your home now!

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Alibaba ha reso noti i risultati finanziari del trimestre conclusosi il 31 marzo 2024

Gli utili di Alibaba non hanno soddisfatto le previsioni degli analisti finanziari. Il colosso cinese della vendita al dettaglio online ha annunciato un utile per azione (EPS) rettificato di 10,14 RMB (1,40 USD), inferiore di 0,13 RMB rispetto alle previsioni degli analisti finanziari, che avevano previsto un EPS di 10,27 RMB. Nonostante questo calo, il fatturato dell'azienda è aumentato del 7%, raggiungendo i 221,87 miliardi di RMB (30.729 milioni di dollari), leggermente superiore a quello previsto di 220,32 miliardi di RMB. Il valore delle azioni della società è diminuito del 3,4% dopo l'annuncio, riflettendo le preoccupazioni degli investitori per gli utili inferiori alle aspettative. L'amministratore delegato di Alibaba, Eddie Wu, ha spiegato che i risultati trimestrali sono stati influenzati dall'enfasi posta dall'azienda sul miglioramento dell'esperienza del cliente e sull'espansione delle operazioni di vendita al dettaglio online a livello nazionale e internazionale. Ciononostante, i minori guadagni sono stati un fattore significativo nel declino del valore dell'azione. L'aumento dei ricavi di Alibaba è stato attribuito a un incremento del 7% rispetto allo stesso periodo dell'anno precedente, come ha sottolineato il direttore finanziario Toby Xu. L'azienda ha inoltre registrato una riduzione del 96% dell'utile netto rispetto all'anno precedente, principalmente a causa di una perdita netta sugli investimenti in società le cui azioni sono negoziate in borsa, a fronte di un utile netto derivante da tali investimenti nel trimestre corrispondente dell'anno precedente. Gli investimenti dell'azienda nelle attività di vendita al dettaglio online e gli incentivi per il mantenimento dei dipendenti dell'affiliata logistica Cainiao hanno portato a una riduzione del 5% dell'utile rettificato prima degli interessi, delle imposte e degli ammortamenti (EBITA). Inoltre, la liquidità generata dalle attività operative e il free cash flow sono diminuiti significativamente, rispettivamente del 26% e del 52% rispetto all'anno precedente. Nonostante queste difficoltà, Alibaba mantiene una prospettiva positiva sulle sue prospettive commerciali. L'impegno di Alibaba nel migliorare la soddisfazione dei consumatori attraverso investimenti strategici in prodotti competitivi dal punto di vista dei costi e in progressi tecnologici si è tradotto in una maggiore fedeltà dei clienti e in una maggiore frequenza di acquisto. Questo approccio, unito all'aumento del numero di membri 88VIP, ha contribuito a un aumento a due cifre del volume e del numero di ordini online rispetto all'anno precedente. La divisione cloud computing dell'azienda e i gruppi internazionali di vendita al dettaglio digitale hanno entrambi registrato un aumento del fatturato, con quest'ultimo che ha ottenuto una crescita del 45% rispetto all'anno precedente. Il miglioramento delle capacità di vendita e consegna online a livello internazionale è stato fondamentale per questo successo. Questo articolo è stato prodotto e tradotto con l'assistenza di AI e verificato da un redattore. Per ulteriori dettagli, consultare i nostri Termini e condizioni. Read the full article

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Margó “Sto”

Una canzone elettro-pop, caratterizzata da un beat incalzante e synth avvolgenti, è un invito al movimento fisico e mentale

«Una canzone che parla di cambiamento, di movimento, cercare di uscire dal guscio e risalire dal fondo. Per troppo tempo sono stata ferma, scrivere questa canzone è stato catartico.» Margó

“Sto”, il nuovo singolo di Margó, è il grido d’inquietudine di chi vuole riemergere dal fondo. Una canzone elettro-pop, caratterizzata da un beat incalzante e synth avvolgenti. Queste sonorità rafforzano le finalità del testo: un invito al movimento, fisico e mentale, per allontanarsi definitivamente da una situazione di stallo e superare i confini spesso posti da noi stessi.

Il brano è stato scritto da Margherita Silvestrini (Margó), Brian Riente, e Matteo Gabbianelli che si è occupato della produzione presso la Kutso Noise Home.

Margó è una cantautrice romana. Respira musica fin da bambina; i suoi brani, le cui sonorità rarefatte e sognanti richiamano il dream-pop di Aurora e l’electro di Billie Eilish, danno voce ai suoi pensieri, descrivendo luoghi, esperienze e stati d’animo. A maggio del 2021 esce il suo primo singolo “Se piove” con cui vince il Lunatika contest. Nel 2022 ha partecipato al Premio Bruno Lauzi di Anacapri, aggiudicandosi il premio alla miglior musica con un suo brano originale “Non sai”, ancora inedito. Il 22 Luglio dello stesso anno, la sua canzone “Le parole che mi hai detto” è entrata nella playlist editoriale Fresh Finds Italia ed è stata in rotazione su Radio Sonica. Nell’estate del 2022 è in finale al Meeting Music Contest di Rimini e nel 2023 è tra le finaliste del contest Onda Rosa Indipendente del MEI. Inoltre, come componente dei Flowing Chords, ha collaborato con noti artisti quali Achille Lauro, Diodato, Noemi e Margherita Vicario. L’uscita del singolo “Domenica” corona il successo di Margó alle ultime audizioni televisive di X-Factor dove ha raccolto il consenso unanime della giuria. Con i tre singoli rilasciati nel 2023 e le prossime uscite, Margó ci anticipa quello che farà parte del suo primo album, interamente prodotto da Matteo Gabbianelli presso la Kutso Noise Home. Etichetta: Kutso Noise Home

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La Spezia: EMIS KILLA in SUMMER TOUR 2023, martedì 11 luglio 2023 ore 21.30, Piazza Europa

La Spezia: EMIS KILLA in SUMMER TOUR 2023, martedì 11 luglio 2023 ore 21.30, Piazza Europa. Martedì 11 luglio 2023 alle 21.30 il rapper milanese Emis Killa, con il suo Summer Tour 2023, aprirà il cartellone estivo dei concerti in programma sul palcoscenico all’aperto di Piazza Europa, nell’ambito della rassegna organizzata dal Comune della Spezia con il sostegno della Regione Liguria. Emis Killa, pseudonimo di Emiliano Rudolf Giambelli, classe 1989, nel 2007 partecipa al concorso “Tecniche Perfette”, dove vince il titolo di campione italiano di freestyle. Inizia a pubblicare i primi lavori, “Keta Music” (2009), “Champagne e spine” (2010) e “The Flow Clocker Vol. 1” (2011). Nel 2011 pubblica il disco “L’erba cattiva”, e il singolo “Parole di ghiaccio”, vince il “Best Italian Act” agli Mtv Europe Music Awards e il “Best New Artist” agli Mtv Hip Hop Awards. Nel 2013 esce l’album “Mercurio” che include la hit estiva “Maracanã”. È protagonista di uno degli eventi hip hop più noti al mondo, tutt'oggi l'unico italiano ad avervi partecipato, i Bet Hip Hop Awards. Dal 2013 al 2016 conduce “One Two One Two” su Radio Deejay e “Goal Deejay” su Sky. Nel 2015 conduce gli Mtv Awards e pubblica “Keta Music Vol. 2”. Nel 2016 è tra i giudici della quarta edizione di The Voice e a fine anno pubblica “Terza Stagione”. A fine 2017 esce “Linda”. Nell’estate del 2018 pubblica la hit radiofonica “Rollercoaster” e successivamente il singolo “Fuoco e benzina”, entrambi inclusi nell’album “Supereroe” a cui segue “Supereroe – Bat Edition”, anticipato da “Tijuana”. A giugno 2020 ha condotto “YO! Mtv Raps” la versione italiana del leggendario programma di MTV USA interamente dedicato alla musica rap. Nello stesso anno firma con Sony Music Entertainment e il 18 settembre pubblica l’album “17” con Jake La Furia, certificato disco di platino e anticipato dal singolo “Malandrino”, certificato disco d’oro. Il 26 febbraio 2021 esce il repack dell’album “17 - Dark edition”. Nel 2021 pubblica il mixtape “Keta Music vol.3”, certificato disco d’oro e terzo capitolo della saga che ha caratterizzato e accompagnato tutta la produzione del rapper. Biglietti disponibili sui circuiti on line Ticket One e Vivaticket e al Botteghino del Teatro Civico. Botteghino del Teatro Civico (ingresso da Via Carpenino). Orari della biglietteria: dal lunedì al sabato ore 8.30-12.00, il mercoledì anche dalle ore 16 alle ore 19. Info: tel. 0187-727521 Email: info@teatrocivico.it... #notizie #news #breakingnews #cronaca #politica #eventi #sport #moda Read the full article

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LIGHT OF LIFE 369

John 1:4

UNDERSTANDING PROPHETIC MANDATES 3: SECRETS THINGS 3

Amo 3:7 CERTAINLY, THE ALMIGHTY LORD DOESN'T DO ANYTHING UNLESS HE FIRST REVEALS HIS SECRET TO HIS SERVANTS THE PROPHETS. GW

We will eventually have to define PROPHECY in details but we have to peruse the concept of Secret Things thoroughly.

There are also Secret things in the context of things God will reserve till an appointed and appropriate time of [first] release as information to Men.

There are info that Men cannot manage - because of restrained spiritual composure - till certain times in life.

Joh 16:12-13 "I HAVE A LOT MORE TO TELL YOU, BUT THAT WOULD BE TOO MUCH FOR YOU NOW. WHEN THE SPIRIT OF TRUTH COMES, HE WILL GUIDE YOU INTO THE FULL TRUTH. He won't speak on his own. He will speak what he hears and will tell you about things to come. GW

What you need to see in this is that these kinds of Secret things are useless in the lives of those who have not yet been filled with the Spirit of God.

These secrets have embodied Divine properties for Divine Purposes. You can’t bear them because they’re too strong for natural men.

Joh 7:38-39 IF ANYONE BELIEVES IN ME, RIVERS OF LIVING WATER WILL FLOW OUT FROM THEIR HEART. That is what the Scriptures say." Jesus was talking about the Spirit. THE SPIRIT HAD NOT YET BEEN GIVEN TO PEOPLE, because Jesus had not yet been raised to glory. But LATER, THOSE WHO BELIEVED IN JESUS WOULD RECEIVE THE SPIRIT. ERV

Therefore, in this context of Secret things, there are things that will never be revealed to certain men because they reject God and can never have His Spirit in them.

They will remain in the dark.

Luk 8:10 And he said, TO YOU IS GIVEN KNOWLEDGE OF THE SECRETS OF THE KINGDOM OF GOD; but to the others, they are given in stories, so that seeing, they may not see, and though they give hearing, THE SENSE WILL NOT BE CLEAR TO THEM. BBE

The Secrets of the Kingdom of God to be revealed here are not exactly about how things operate in heaven or how the Angels or Spiritual world runs its programme, but merely about how God’s Kingdom and Power relates to, preserves and manages the Creation Mandate for Humanity.

Luk 10:9 Heal the sick in that town and SAY TO THEM, ‘THE KINGDOM OF GOD HAS COME UPON YOU!’ NET

Miracles started happening in stupendous ways and beyond comprehension.

Though there have been miracles in the past, Jesus brought the manifestation of exceptional exploits to humanity.

Mar 2:11-12 I say to this man, ‘Stand up, pick up your stretcher, and walk home.’” IMMEDIATELY THE MAN SPRANG TO HIS FEET IN FRONT OF EVERYONE AND LEFT FOR HOME. When the crowds witnessed this miracle, they were awestruck. They shouted praises to God and said, “WE’VE NEVER SEEN ANYTHING LIKE THIS BEFORE!” TPT

These were the hidden parts or elements in Prophecies, which Men of old gave but didn’t even understand what they were saying.

They just had to carry out their duties without question.

Now the uniqueness of these kinds of secrets are that even Angels didn’t understand what was said.

1Pe 1:12 God revealed to these prophets that their work was not for their own benefit, but for yours, as they spoke about those things which you have now heard from the messengers who announced the Good News by the power of the Holy Spirit sent from heaven. THESE ARE THINGS WHICH EVEN THE ANGELS WOULD LIKE TO UNDERSTAND. GNB

Some of such Prophecies only gave a glimpse of God’s intentions but the details were kept till an appropriate time and age.

But apart from Info for Men, there is another cogent reason why such items of God’s purposes have to be kept secret: satanic intrusion and manipulations.

1Co 2:7-8 But WE GIVE THE NEWS OF THE SECRET WISDOM OF GOD, WHICH HE HAD KEPT IN STORE BEFORE THE WORLD CAME INTO EXISTENCE, for our glory; Of which NOT ONE OF THE RULERS OF THIS WORLD HAD KNOWLEDGE: FOR IF THEY HAD, THEY WOULD NOT HAVE PUT THE LORD OF GLORY ON THE CROSS: BBE

Notice that it is [first] a Secret WISDOM.

It is wise to keep some things secret and avoid unnecessary opposition because of immature exposure.

The devil thought killing Jesus was the ultimate affront and potent disruption to God’s plan.

Doesn’t he just love killing everything?

Joh 10:10-11 THE THIEF COMES ONLY TO TAKE THE SHEEP AND TO PUT THEM TO DEATH: HE COMES FOR THEIR DESTRUCTION: I have come so THAT THEY MAY HAVE LIFE AND HAVE IT IN GREATER MEASURE. I am the good keeper of sheep: THE GOOD KEEPER GIVES HIS LIFE FOR THE SHEEP. BBE

You see, part of that Divine Secret was revealed in that statement of Jesus above but in Parables, even to the devil, who was as blind as any natural bat in daylight.

This is getting exciting but no space here.

Keep this thought till next lesson, as I pray that God will reveal Himself totally to us all in the depth of our Souls, IN JESUS NAME.

Join us on Friday for the continuation of this thought-provoking Subtopic.

Keep Shinning!

Brother Prince

Wednesday, June 21, 2023

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How Amphibia eases into it’s magical power system

In the Isekai genre, it’s common for the characters who are sucked away from their home and into another, wacky world full of adventure and mystery to be blessed with powers of some kind. Usually to even the playing field, in this new setting that is often quite dangerous. These can be anything, from super strenght, to an intricate and supernatural understanding of the behind the scenes rules of the setting’s magic system, to something as simple as a superpowered animal companion.

Amphibia is no exception to this concept, but it’s use of this trope is a bit more subtle than first meets the eye.

The main human characters of the story, Anne, Sasha and Marcy, are transported to the death world of Amphibia, where sentient frogs, toads, newts and salamanders rule, birds are horrifying, giant abominations, and insects as big as they were in prehistoric times.

As they were transported there, the magical box(The Calamity Box) that sent them there from Earth also imbues them with the energy that powers the device, infusing them with wast, magical energy that in times of immense emotions, bursts out and infuses the three girls with incredible superhuman physical capacity. 

Sasha would use this power to free an immensely heavy warhammer lodged so hard no one had ever lifted it, and take down a giant stone golem in a gravity increased room, Marcy to escape the insides of a giant ant queen, and Anne to defend herself from a giant mantis in the first episode, a vegetable Getter Robo in season 2 premiere, before finally unlocking the powers true potential in the season 2 finale, as she achieves a superform where she is able to not only harness the power to boost her physical might to titanic degrees, but also channel it outside of her own body.

Where Amphibia differes from most other Isekai, is that these powers, while very, very usefull and critical in several moments in the story, isn’t in any way, a part of the characters regular arsenal, at least not before the season 2 finale.

Before that, they are for the most part just regular human girls, who has no superhuman abilities. Or at least that’s what the show wants you to think the first time watching.

However, if one actually begins to look at the feats of each of the girls in a critical eye thoughouth the first two seasons outside of these moments where the magic is clearly flowing through them, one starts to notice the fact that even outside of these bursts of energy, these girls are WAY stronger, faster, and more durable than any 13 year old girls could ever dream being.

In the early first season, It is very easy to dismiss just how strong Anne is as cartoon logic, because the show hasn’t established itself yet as a world where the fact that it’s characters generally arent superhumanly strong, and they usally struggle with bigger, stronger enemies is fully established. And by the time you start questioning the fact that this 13 year old girl is capable of carrying the entire plantar family on her back while moving at high speeds, is capable of jumping at an olympic level when the situation calls for it, and is beaten around, survives falls, and all in all is the subject of slapstick and amusing injuries that by all accounts should have killed her many times over, the show expects you to treat this as normal. 

The frogs can take much more abuse than humans generally can because they presumably have adapted to do so, and so since the “Regular” frogs can do it, the show knows that the viewer is less likely to ask why Anne is able to. And that is intentional, because the show doesnt want to outright spell that there is much more to Anne physically than meets the eye, even withouth the power inside being unleashed in full. It’s definitly there, and if you pay attention, you can figure it out, but there isnt a moment where this surprising level of strenght is brought directly to the forefront as a thing people comment on(The frogs have no frame of reference, and Anne probably isnt fully noticing it, because she’s not become blatantly superhuman).

However, the moment where is should be obvious for the viewer that there is more going on here, is the episode “Toad Tax” where Anne’s arm is broken by being hit by a giant, spiked wooden cudgel, wielded by a very strong Toad.

On paper, that doesnt sound pretty impressive, but when you compare the mace, the wielder, and the fact it was a direct, downwards blow on an outstretched arm, the fact that it only resulted in internal damage is freaking miracle.

I mean, look at that, it didn’t even break the skin, despite the fact that such a blow should have destroyed her arm enough that bones was sticking out of it.

But that isn’t the real miracle. no the real miracle is that Anne not only came off of the whole thing with what looks like a minor, internal break, but she shrugs it off by the next week, having seemingly made a complete recovery by the time of “Grubhog Day”. 

And for those wondering, a broken human bone usually takes weeks, up to two month’s to recover. in other words, about the entirety of time that took place over the course of season 1. And this miracelous durability and ability to get up from broken bones in record time isnt something limited to just Anne either.

As we know from her theme song takeover, literarly the first thing that happened to marcy, is that she took a tumble down a ridiculously tall staircase. A nasty fall that by all accounts should have killed her many times over.

How badly is she hurt from this catastrophical fall?

She breaks her leg, gets a cut, and some nasty bruises, probably some internal damage to her hand. Then, after making a recovery she went out, became a royal ranger, a state advisor, fought pirates, a cult, did research on salamanders brain, and learned a shit ton of the local culture, history, and technology.

And all of that, happened over the course of 3 months.

It’s not hard to guess that like Anne, she probably shrugged off the broken bones in record time, before going right out and doing incredible physical stunts.

Also, unlike Anne and Sasha, Marcy does not seem to have been a particularly physically active kid before coming to amphibia, and yet she constantly pulls off ridiculously impressive athletics feats, just like Sasha and Anne(though to be fair, she seems to be the weakest of the three by a fair margin).

I could cover Sasha’s feats.... But that fact of the matter is that the stuff she does before losing the direct connection to the pink gem is so jawdroppingly impressive that it speaks for itself.

What it all boils down to, is that Anne, Sasha and Marcy all seems to have been granted a pretty impressive boost to their physical capabilites, durability, and healing capacity, that they had access to even withouth having to tap directly into their respective gem powers.

What is also interesting is that these powers don’t seem to have completely gone away after their respective draining either, as both Sasha an Marcy keeps pulling off jaw droppingly impressive feats even afterwards(though in Sasha’s case the drop in sheer power is very, very noticable). That would suggest that either their connections to their respective powers isnt completely gone after all, or the very fact they served as vessels to these powers permanently altered their bodies.

In any case, it’ a very interesting and restrained power system, that achieves both to “Level the Playing field” withouth making the protagonist overpowered, as well as hint at the future that would come with Anne’s super mode.

All in all, while i don’t think the show did a good enough job at handling the outbursts of power in season 1 and 2(in season 1 i would say that anne not having a burst of power while carrying the Plantars up the mountain to the spring is a flat out plot hole, and there are other times where it really, really should have shown up in some shape or form), i do applaud the show for keeping this lower, more lowkey but always present level of supernatural on the downlow, as a thing that is noticable, but not so blatant that every single viewer figures it out on day one.

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A One Night Stand - TheRuFumi Prompt

One Night Stand AU(?),

(Inspired by This Twitter Post)

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L'Arc Berg is in an open relationship with his girlfriend, Therese Alexandrite.

They communicate well and talk with each other about their relationship if they need or want any changes, and always try to come up with a middle ground if they don't agree.

Sometimes they'll go out to have some fun if they feel that they need something new, or just want to meet potential partners.

They're also very much in love with each other. Smitten. Whipped. Head-over-heels.

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One evening, L'Arc had decided to go to a gay bar/club, to get a little different action than what he'd get with Therese. He also had all the opportunity to take someone home if he wanted, as Therese wouldn't be back until the morning.

While there, L'Arc caught sight of someone beautiful.

A young man with pale skin shining with a thin layer of sweat from dancing, messy ebony black hair looking extra messy from the dancing, and beautiful emerald green eyes shining in the lights hanging over the dance floor.

L'Arc couldn't keep his eyes off him until he noticed the guy leaving towards the bar.

Deciding to try his luck, L'Arc followed after and slid onto the high seat beside the guy.

"Can I buy you a drink?" L'Arc asked, smiling

The guy gave L'Arc a once-over as if deciding if he'd let him or not, and then met L'Arc's eyes. The guy's eyes were slightly lidded and he had a small smirk on his lips as he leaned his chin on his fist.

"Sure," The guy had said

After ordering their drinks, L'Arc turned to the guy.

"I'm L'Arc," L'Arc had introduced himself, prompting the guy

"Naofumi," The guy had said back

Then, the conversation had flowed from there.

As they drank their drinks after getting them from the bartender, Naofumi with a glass of whiskey and L'Arc with one of his favorites at this bar, 'Blue Reaper', the conversation went off seamlessly, with a lot of flirting thrown in.

After a while, when their drinks are finished and L'Arc paid, they decided to go back to the dance floor.

"So, why did you come here? If I can ask?" L'Arc asks, leaning in close for Naofumi to hear him over the loud music

"I needed a little fine and relief. Having kids can be stressful. What about you?" Naofumi answers, leaning even closer to L'Arc's ear

"I needed something a little different from normal," L'Arc answers

"Normal?" Naofumi asks

"Yeah, my girlfriend and I are in an open relationship, and she's not home, so I decided to go out." L'Arc answers

"Really? When is she coming back?" Naofumi asks, moving his hands up to L'Arc's shoulders

"Around 5 AM," L'Arc says, moving his hands to hold Naofumi's hips

"Hm, how about I come to your place and keep you company, then?" Naofumi asks, breath hot against L'Arc's ear, making L'Arc give his hips a light squeeze

"I think I'd like that." L'Arc answers

The two smirk at each other.

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As they get back to L'Arc's place a while later, after a few more drinks (with little effect on either) and dances, L'Arc leads them to the extra bedroom.

Then, they fuck. Like, A Lot. For hours, upon hours.

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The next morning, L'Arc wakes up tired and groggy and noticed that Naofumi's gone from the bed, but his clothes are still in a pile on the floor.

Confused, L'Arc decides to get up, throwing on a random pair of gray sweatpants and a dark gray tank top before leaving the room.

As L'Arc walks down the hallway, he hears laughing from the kitchen.

Once there, L'Arc finds Therese sitting by the kitchen island on one of the high stools in her pajamas, and Naofumi leaning against the counter on the other side, wearing what looks to be a pair of L'Arc's stolen sweatpants.

Holy shit, L'Arc knew he needed a shower, but now it should probably be a cold one.

"Hello dearest boyfriend, I hope you slept well," Therese smiles mischievously

Therese is holding a cup of coffee in her hands, and a plate of fluffy pancakes sits in front of her, while Naofumi sips a cup of coffee too.

Then L'Arc notices the pan on the stove and bowl of batter beside Naofumi.

"Good morning? What is happening?" L'Arc asks, confused

"Well, for one, Naofumi is a great good and I hope you'll bring him over more often, and his coffee is great. You also look more refreshed after yesterday, or was it this morning when I came home?" Therese teases

"I like your girlfriend." Naofumi states, leaning back against the counter after flipping another fluffy pancake and sipping his coffee

"God, that's embarrassing. I'm going back to bed." L'Arc mutters to himself

"Wait, before you go back to bed without us; wanna go on a date?" Naofumi ask, smirking

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Personal Headcanons ⭐️:

Naofumi owns a cat, and she is the sassiest little queen there is. Her name is Noir, as she's completely black, and she acts like she owns the whole world.

She likes L'Arc and Therese after they buy her snacks

Naofumi does modeling and is an actor. He's been on multiple front sides of magazines and had roles in some pretty big movies. (He almost got Loki in the Avengers movies)

L'Arc is the Heir to Sickle Corp., and Therese works as a jewelry appraiser and in a high-end jewelry store. They're both rich.

Naofumi had gone to the club because he had the next week off and he needed some fun and his kids were having a sleepover with some friends.

Naofumi is Bi, while Therese and L'Arc are very Pan.

Naofumi's social media are notoriously known for having no filter and just him being either a tease or complaining.

His fans go wild when he posts a new picture to his Instagram, of a cropped picture of his face below his eyes, a smile almost hidden by a head of blue hair, and a head of red hair behind him and a strong arm over his shoulder. There are multiple obvious hickeys and a bite mark on his neck, and the place is definitely not his.

"Loving some morning cuddles～ 🖤❤️💙✨" is the description on the post.

Naofumi just turned off his phone after and went back to cuddling with L'Arc and Therese and ignored the flood of notifications in his inbox.

This does make him get a scolding from his boss the next day, but he keeps doing it. He wants everyone to know that he is very much taken now and wants to show off how much he loves the two.

Naofumi is also openly a supporter and member of the LGBTQ+ Community. Many people love him for this.

He was once on TV for being filmed chewing out a homophobe at Pride who was trying to verbally assault a teen and their partner.

Naofumi's kids are Filo and Raphtalia, both are adopted.

Raphtalia's parents used to be Naofumi's neighbors, but she lost them in a car accident, and Naofumi took her in.

When Naofumi's out for a long time, Rishia is their babysitter just to have an adult in the house.

But when he comes back, it's always with gifts and readiness to spend quality time with them.

NSFW Headcanons ❤️:

Naofumi and L'Arc tried countless positions that first night.

They found that they were very compatible.

The next time Naofumi gets laid, it's on a weekend where L'Arc is away to visit his father, and it's with Therese as Naofumi's place, since the kids were at their friends' house for a sleepover.

They were also very compatible.

I'm not sure what else to put here. Maybe I'll add something later.