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Your Spring 2025 Blessings

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- This spring you'll be successfully completing a task or goal that you have been tirelessly working towards for quite a few months. For some of you, this could have been years in the making too. With one thing achieved, you can now move on to something else but don't forget to be in the moment and celebrate this win either. Whatever you have crafted will receive it's recognition too.

- Recovering lost wealth or in simple terms, the money you have spent (or some of you, if you have incurred loss) will come back to you twicefold.

- You'll also feel less lonely. Infact, you'll feel as though a community, person, Friends etc have your back. Which in turn is making you feel secure within yourself.

- New love and emotional renewal for some of you a happy relationship as well. Your cup will be filled. Don't worry.

- A lot of fun, shared joy and celebration with friends/family/found family.

- A new and better environment or home/work space.

- Harmony at home.

- Most of you will be around people who share an alleviated and positive mindset that will in turn lead to you having a better one. You'll have a much better outlook on life. This in turn will make life easier compared to the 'at my wit's end' feeling you may have been having for the couple of months.

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- This spring you'll be blessed with the ability to create a secure and and nurturing life for yourself while balancing everything else with grace. The financial freedom you have been seeking will will come. You'll feel a sense of self sufficiency and a deep sense of confidence in your self worth.

- You'll also be able to take a pause and learn something new. You'll also have a new perspective of things that help you navigate circumstances better instead of feeling like you're stuck.

- If you're a student or pursuing higher education this will also be a promising time for you.

- Realisation that what you fear becomes so insignificant once you take your awareness away from it.

- A possible mentor or guide who helps you learn or hone your existing skills for the better.

- The urge to lead confidently rather than simply follow and be answerable to others.

- A lot of you have been struggling with anxiety or anticipating the worst possible scenarios or outcomes. You may even weed certain friends or people out of your life who are adding to this feeling. This could simply mean that they take more from you than they're willing to give. Others might be dealing with people who simply want to have control over you. But you'll be blessed with the right people, right connections and honest friends who push you out of situations and mindsets that have been constricting you. Your own intuition and wisdom will be a great blessing within itself as well.

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- This spring you're stepping into your power, your untouched potential, waking up and realising that you're not going to hold yourself back anymore. A lot of you will put yourself, your talents, your skills etc out there. You're laser focused on your end goal and vision. So whatever happens in between is simply your means to the end. You want to simply enjoy your journey now, experience your life. And you will.

- Some of you might be getting something you have been wishing for and will keep it a secret from everyone. I also sense some of you will literally run away/flee a place or situation that you can no longer be bothered with.

- Soul searching and finding your own path.

- Offers and opportunities to choose from.

- Finally being able to regulate your nervous system most of you have felt on the edge and don't have the best sleep cycle or healthy lifestyle. This will change.

- Preparing for a summer getaway.

- Unfiltered happiness. So the glow up that shows externally is because you feel that way internally. You'll have plenty of blessings to count even if initially you feel like you're everything on your own. You've always been the lone wolf afterall. But your tribe will find you. Start actually living your life rather than surviving it.

[hungermakesmonsters]

(Once Bitten) Twice Shy

Epilogue

Plot summary : Desperate to get away from your controlling family, you take a job in New York as a wealthy vampire's blood source. A million dollars awaits if you can make it through a year, but life with Billy Russo is not going to be as simple as you think.

Pairing : Billy Russo x Reader

Story Rating : R  Chapter Rating : R

Warnings : [This is a fic for 18+ only, minors DNI] Smut and fluff. All chapters will contain mentions of blood. Please check the warnings on each chapter if you choose to follow this story. 

Word Count : 4.3k

A/N : 😭

CHAPTER ONE | CHAPTER TWO | CHAPTER THREE | CHAPTER FOUR | CHAPTER FIVE | CHAPTER SIX | CHAPTER SEVEN | CHAPTER EIGHT | CHAPTER NINE | CHAPTER TEN | CHAPTER ELEVEN | CHAPTER TWELVE | CHAPTER THIRTEEN | CHAPTER FOURTEEN | CHAPTER FIFTEEN | CHAPTER SIXTEEN | CHAPTER SEVENTEEN | CHAPTER EIGHTEEN | CHAPTER NINETEEN

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Epilogue

It wasn’t easy.

But, then, when had anything in your life ever really been easy?

In the weeks that followed, you struggled to adapt to your new reality, your body waking you at daybreak and having you exhausted by nightfall, suffering with pangs of hunger that seemed almost unquenchable. Both Frank and Billy told you it would get better, that you would adjust, but that didn’t stop the occasional breakdown, the moments where everything felt like it was too much.

You watched as Billy’s heart broke over and over again, when he’d find you on the floor in your kitchen, sobbing and eating oreos, or walking around the penthouse in the middle of the day so exhausted that you could barely function.

On the bad days, he would take you into his rooms, close the curtains and hold you in pitch blackness, softly shushing you as you sobbed in his arms, whispering gentle apologies in your ear.

Feeding wasn’t any easier; you still gagged and felt sick sometimes, and certain kinds of blood didn’t seem to agree with you.

Finally you understood why Billy had made you follow such strict rules when it came to your health and diet as sometimes, some blood left you feeling ill like you’d eaten something that had gone off. And, as your senses became more acute, it only seemed to get worse.

But, eventually, a solution was found to every problem; Billy stayed with you for weeks, helping you adjust to your new day/night cycle, and special blood was ordered for you once he figured out exactly what you needed. And, once those issues were sorted, your breakdowns became fewer until you finally felt like you could handle your new life.

After that, the only issue left was Billy and your relationship. 

You loved him, and you knew that he loved you, but you needed time. Everything between you had happened so quickly and it felt like you’d missed out on so many steps. When you finally felt up to it, Billy started to take you out on dates; to dinner, to museum exhibitions, and even to the cinema. Little things, little steps that allowed you to grow closer as a couple. And, at the end of every night, he left you to decide if you wanted to sleep in his bed or your own.

The physical side of your relationship didn’t change or slow; Billy couldn’t seem to keep his hands off of you and you didn’t want him to. Being a vampire made everything feel heightened and you soon got why Billy craved moments of touch and intimacy. But, as far as your relationship went, you took things slowly.

And, after a few months, you were finally able to do what you’d told him you wanted to do. You found a job.

It was only a few nights a week at a local library and, for the first couple of weeks, Billy had insisted on walking you there and back, but he soon had to focus on his own work and you were able to gain the sense of freedom that you sought, both physically and financially.

Billy laughed every time you tried to pay for something or split a check, telling you to spend your money on yourself, on things that you wanted, things that would make you happy. At first, it annoyed you but, as you got closer, and you became privy to things like his finances, you realised just how wealthy he was.

But you didn’t let that deter you. You’d taken a job because you wanted to be able to contribute and that’s exactly what you started doing.

It was a cactus first. A tiny plant that you hoped would grow much bigger. You’d read that, in the right environment and with proper care, some cacti could live hundreds of years and that was what you wanted; something that would stay with you over the decades.

When you’d first brought the tiny little thing into the penthouse, Billy had frowned, then laughed, before getting a little table from the library for it to sit on and placing it by the window.

Over the weeks that followed, you got more plants, more things that made the penthouse feel like a home; cushions, lamps, artwork for the wall. You even insisted on hanging some fairy lights around that, when turned on, gave the place a magical and romantic glow.

And Billy went along with it, never complaining, always helping you, whether it was putting up more shelves for plants, hanging lights, or moving furniture to make space.

Karen gushed over the new furnishings, commenting on how Billy’s bachelor pad now looked like a real home, and your heart melted when he responded that it was a home now that you were in it.

And, every now and then, Billy would turn up with a new stuffed animal for you, until you had a small menagerie of stuffies, each with names more ridiculous than the last, all some loose version of Billy - though he threatened to stop when you announced that one of them was to be called Billiam.

After five months had passed, you’d fallen into a rhythm with Billy and, for the first time in your life, everything felt perfect. You were happy, you were in love. All the self-doubt and uncertainty that you’d carried when you first arrived at the penthouse was gone. And, no matter how much time passed, Billy seemed intent on constantly surprising you and doing everything he could to keep showing you that he loved you.

The moment Karen offered to pick you up after work on your birthday, you knew something was going on, you knew she’d been roped into one of his schemes. But nothing could have prepared you for the surprise party that was waiting for you when the elevator doors slid open and you stepped into the penthouse. 

Everybody yelled ‘surprise’ as they jumped from their hiding spots, but the moment your eyes found him, it felt like there was no one else in the room.

He stepped towards you and took your hand in his before kissing you softly.

“Happy birthday, hummingbird,” he said with a smile that always made you feel loved and safe in equal measure.

“Did you do all of this on your own?” You asked, finally letting your gaze drift about the penthouse.

“I had a little bit of help from Karen,” he admitted. “But I do have something else for you, something special that I want you to have before the party really starts.”

You looked at him, searching his face for some idea of what it could be, your mind racing back to the first party you’d attended in the penthouse. But on his face you found something you didn’t expect, an uncertainty, a nervousness, as if he wasn’t sure how you were going to react to his surprise.

“What is it?” You asked.

“I think it’s easier just to show you,” he explained.

Billy didn’t wait for a response before slowly starting to lead you towards the library. Whatever it was, your friends seemed clued in; you caught a reassuring smile from Karen and a nod from Frank. Even Foggy managed to look silently supportive of whatever you were about to face.

As the library door opened, a figure stood up from the sofa.

You froze in the doorway, a thousand different emotions going to war inside you.

“Irene,” your sister's name fell from your lips as little more than a whisper, too quiet for any but Billy to hear it.

She offered an apologetic smile but seemed just as lost for words as you were. Billy’s hand gave yours a reassuring squeeze, letting you know that he was still there and that he’d support you if you needed him to.

Finally she took a step forward.

“You’re all grown up,” she remarked softly and all you could do was nod.

You hand gripped Billy’s even as you managed to take a step, still not sure how you wanted to feel or what you could possibly say to her after so many years apart.

“Billy found me,” she tried to explain, “he told me about what happened and how you ended up here.”

Your eyes flickered to Billy and he saw just how lost you were.

“Madani tracked her down,” he said softly. “I didn’t want to say anything to you until I knew that Irene wanted to see you. I didn’t want to get your hopes up in case she decided that she didn’t want to see you.”

It made sense and you certainly weren’t upset about it, but you still struggled to deal with the situation.

“You left me,” you finally said, voice breaking as you turned your attention back to Irene. “You said you’d come back for me.”

“I -” she started before hesitating, “- I tried. Just before your eighteenth birthday. I came to get you, but dad caught me. He told me that if I ever left with you, he’d make sure I was arrested for kidnapping and I -”

She fell silent again and you watched as she tried to blink back tears. In the silence, you found yourself leaning into Billy’s side.

“I’d just found out I was pregnant,” Irene continued. “I have children now. Three of them. I wanted to take you away with me, but I...”

You watched her wipe a tear from her cheek and your heart ached for her, finally starting to understand what had happened and why she hadn’t come back for you. She had to choose between you and her unborn child, and you couldn’t fault her for putting the baby first.

Nodding, you struggled to find the words. It was overwhelming and, while you didn’t blame Irene or Billy for the situation, you wished that you’d had some warning, some time to prepare all the things you wanted to say to her. Although you’d played this moment over and over in your head since the day she’d left home, you’d never really been able to settle on what you’d say or how you’d feel.

You gave Billy’s hand one last squeeze before letting it go and moving towards Irene. 

“I’ll give you some privacy,” he said softly, waiting just a moment to make sure you didn’t need him to stay, before leaving the library and closing the door behind him.

“He seems really nice,” Irene offered, smiling at you.

“He is,” you answered. “He saved my life.”

“Can you tell me about it?” She asked cautiously. “I want to hear about your life, about everything I’ve missed out on.”

You took a seat on the sofa and waited for her to join you, your mind still racing, wondering how you could ever explain the last eleven months of your life to someone who wasn’t there to see it.

“Well, it started when I saw a job advertisement online, just over a year ago...”

Irene sat, mostly quiet, listening as you explained how you needed to leave home in order to escape a forced marriage, just like she had. You told her about coming to New York and how you and Billy had slowly bonded over your shared love of literature, and how it had culminated in you falling in love. Then, with a little less certainty, you told her how you were turned and how your life had been going since that moment.

At some point she’d taken hold of your hand and held it between her own on her lap, her eyes never leaving your face, completely caught up in your story.

“I’m so sorry I wasn’t here for you,” she told you at the end.

“It’s okay... I wasn’t on my own.”

You could see that now; Billy, Karen, even Frank, and Matt and Foggy. You had people in your life, people who cared about you. People who looked out for you. (People who would kill for you.)

She looked at her watch and a sadness filled her expression.

“I should let you get back to your party. Tom - my husband - and the kids are at the hotel,” she explained and you visibly brightened.

“You’re staying in the city?”

“Yeah, for a few days. I’d like you to meet my family. If - I mean, if that’s something you’d want to do, I know -”

“You want them to meet me, even though I’m a vampire now?”

“Of course,” she answered without hesitation. “You’re my little sister and I want you back in my life.”

“I’d love to meet them,” you told her, finally finding the strength to throw your arms around your sister’s shoulders and hug her tight.

Her arms wrapped around you and, for a few bittersweet minutes, you stayed like that, both of you trying desperately not to cry. After a few false starts, she managed to pull away from you and you both got to your feet. You walked her out of the library and towards the elevator, making plans to meet the next night so you could finally meet your niece and nephews.

No sooner had the doors slid shut, Billy was at your side, his arms wrapping around you as you pressed your face against his chest. You clung to him, feeling overwhelmed again, feeling so full of emotion that you might burst. His hand stroked your hair and he kissed the top of your head, muttering how much he loved you, holding you until you were ready to enjoy your party.

And you did enjoy it.

The night was spent laughing with your friends with Billy always close to your side, barely able to keep his hands off you for more than a few short minutes at a time. You talked about work and made plans for the future, and Karen managed to ruin one of your birthday surprises by telling you about a two-week polar night cruise around Alaska that Billy and Frank had booked so you could have a couples vacation that was vampire friendly.

Billy was a little upset that his surprise was ruined prematurely, but he seemed to forget all about it when you pulled him close and kissed him deeply, something that you didn’t usually like to do in front of other people.

You drank, ate cake, and laughed the night away, until it was time for your friends to start leaving.

While Billy lingered by the elevator, talking to Frank, you waved farewell to Karen and decided to go get ready for bed, stopping off at your room to pick up a little present you’d been holding onto for Billy that you finally wanted to give him. Then, you made your way to his bedroom. 

You quickly washed and changed into a sheer, powder blue negligee, and sat yourself on the edge of his bed next to his gift, waiting for him. It wasn’t long before he joined you, stepping into the room and pausing at the sight of you, making no attempt to hide the way his eyes took in every inch of your body.

Getting to your feet, you twirled, deciding to really give him an eyeful. Billy laughed and, before you knew it, you were laughing too.

“Not that I’m complaining, but what’s all this for?” He asked.

“I want to sleep in here with you, and -” you hesitated a moment as you turned and picked up the carefully wrapped gift and offered it to him, “- I wanted to give you a present.”

“You got me a present?” He looked down at the present in his hands, confused but still smiling. “But it’s your birthday.”

“I know, but it’s for both of us... kind of...” you said, a sudden feeling of nervousness causing a tremor in your voice.

Slowly, carefully, Billy tore open the wrapping and was left more confused than ever by what he found.

“It’s bed linen,” you explained.

“I can see that,” he answered, a hint of uncertain laughter in his tone as he looked at it.

You’d chosen a striking pattern of dark blues and petrol green, dark but still colourful, but it quickly became apparent that it wasn’t the bed linen itself that he didn’t understand, it was the gesture and what it meant.

You took a slow breath and started to explain; “it’s just... well, it’s really dark in here, and if I’m going to start staying in here, I thought we could make it a little brighter, and -”

“You want to stay in my room?” He asked, clearly trying to fight back a smile just in case he was jumping to the wrong conclusion. “You want to move into my room permanently?”

In the time it took you to nod, Billy had dropped the bed linen and cleared the distance between you, his hands framing your face and tilting it up so his lips could find yours. He kissed you with an eager desire that told you all you needed to know; he was happy, he wanted you to move into his room.

“I love you,” he muttered against your lips. “I love you so much.”

“I love you too,” you answered back.

As he kissed you again, your fingers started to tug at his shirt, untucking it from his pants before clumsily pulling open the buttons, so you could touch his bare skin. While you dealt with his shirt, Billy quickly undid and lowered his pants, leading you backwards towards the bed as he stepped out of them.

He kissed you in a way that left you feeling bereft, like you didn’t think he’d ever be able to match the passion and love that he was showing you then, that no moment would ever feel as good as that one did. But it was a silly thought, one you knew was wrong. There was no limit to the depths of his love. And there was none to yours either, not when it came to Billy.

His shirt slipped from his shoulders, joining his pants on the ground just a split-second before you were lifted off your feet and deposited on the bed beneath him. Already, you could feel the hard press of his erection between your thighs, and it was enough to have you moaning against his lips.

For a few wonderful minutes, he was content to stay like that, his body pressed down on top of yours while you kissed. You loved moments like that, moments where there was no frantic rush, moments where it felt like you had all the time in the world to just love and enjoy each other.

Finally, he pulled away from your lips and lifted himself, letting his eyes drift down your body, taking in the sight of you all over again.

“You’re beautiful,” he told you softly, just enjoying the moment of stillness before letting his hand trail over the sheer fabric of your negligee. “And I love this.”

“I thought you might,” you smiled up at him, content to let him take his time.

His hand began to trace the curves of your body through the gossamer fabric, making a point of running his fingers over the ticklish spot on your side that he’d discovered that first night you’d spent together in front of the TV. A smile spread across his lips as you squirmed and giggled beneath him.

“I love you,” he said again.

There was something so serious in his voice, something that had you reaching up to cup his cheek, wanting to settle any terrible thoughts or doubts that might be in his head.

“I know you do, Billy,” you reassured him softly. “And I love you. With all my heart.”

His smile grew wider and whatever had taken hold of him seemed to let go. And, finally, he started to move down your body.

Soft hands slipped up your thighs, fingers hooking the little panties that you wore beneath the negligee and quickly relieving you of them. And, still, despite all the months that you’d spent with him, he always managed to look at you like it was his first time really seeing you. Once your panties were gone, he slowly moved down the bed, settling himself between your thighs, slowly trailing kisses from your knee up your leg.

Even though you were more than used to his lips between your thighs and the way his tongue could make you feel, you still gasped at the first touch, each and every time. In your time together, he’d learned every inch of you and how to make your body shake with pleasure.

Your fingers slipped into his hair and tugged lightly as his tongue slid between your folds. He groaned against you, tasting your arousal before focusing his attention on your clit, circling the throbbing bundle. Unrestrained moans started to fall from your lips and, soon enough, you felt his fingers breach your walls, slowly thrusting into the heat of your body while he undid you with his tongue.

His name fell from your lips over and over as you felt yourself climb higher and higher, your fingers curling tighter in his hair.

You looked down at him, waiting for his permission as pleasure coiled tight inside you and, finally, he gave you the slightest of nods. It was all you needed. You came hard as his fingers and tongue continued to work in concert with each other, trying to prolong your ecstasy until it was too much to bear and your thighs started to tremble violently.

Finally he pulled back, wiping his lips and watching you as your head fell back on the pillow.

“Mmmm,” you hummed, breathless but smiling. “Best birthday present ever.”

“Oh, hummingbird, I’m just getting started,” he muttered.

You didn’t move until prompted, sitting up for him so he could finally remove your negligee, then dropping back to the pillow while he got rid of his boxers. And you watched him, you watched every little move that he made, taking in the sight of him just as he had with you only ten minutes before.

It brought a smile to your face to think how obsessed you still were with each other.

Soon, he was positioned between your thighs again, teasing you, running the leaking tip of his cock between your folds, trailing it up and down from your entrance to your clit until you were needily squirming beneath him.

“Billy, please...”

“What do you need, hummingbird?” He asked, as if he didn’t already know.

“You, Billy,” you whined. “I need you.”

And that was all he needed to hear.

Your head fell back and you let out a long moan as his cock notched into you and started to fill you. His pace was torturously slow and he watched every little flicker of pleasure that crossed your features. You loved these moments when he’d take his time, when he’d make love to you and show you how much you meant to him.

Linking your hands behind his neck, you pulled him down and into an eager kiss. More little moans slipped from your lips and into his as he started to move in slow, deep thrusts that sent bolts of pleasure up and down your spine. You back arched, heels digging into the mattress, lifting your hips to meet his every movement.

When the kiss broke, your lungs felt like they were burning. But there was no time to think about that, no time to think about anything but the way Billy was making you feel. His lips moved to your neck, kissing and sucking at your skin, while one of his hands played with your breast. He was everywhere and everything to you, and when you were together like this, you felt like two pieces of a whole.

He made you feel like the characters from all the books you’d read; you felt like Jane Eyre finally happy and free with her Mr Rochester (just minus the burnt down home).

He made you happier than you’d ever dared to believe you could be.

“Billy,” you moaned softly into his ear with reverence. 

“Come for me, little hummingbird,” he muttered in response.

On command, you fell apart for him, clinging to him as your body shivered and shook with pleasure.

“Billy, I love you,” you managed between your moans.

Billy gasped, suddenly overcome by his own orgasm. The movements of his hips turned sloppy as you felt him empty himself inside you, trembling almost as much as you were.

“I love you,” you said again, finding his lips and kissing him, wrapping your arms around him and holding him tight.

When he stilled, he lingered, not wanting to pull out or pull away from you but, eventually, he rolled away, ending up on his back beside you. You both basked in the afterglow as you slowly came down from your highs.

Turning on your side, you lifted yourself so your face was above his. His eyes closed and he let out a contented sigh as your fingers ran through his hair, lightly scratching your nails against his scalp just the way he liked. Then you leaned, pressing a soft kiss to the tip of his nose, then one of each of his closed eyes and then, finally, his lips.

“Thank you,” you whispered softly.

“What for?” He dared to ask.

“For loving me for who I am,” you tried to explain, “and for letting me have a life of my own.”

“I should be thanking you for exactly the same thing,” he told you, wrapping his arm around you and pulling you towards him, holding you against his chest.

Neither of you said another word that night. 

You didn’t need to. 

You had each other, and that was all you needed.

End Note : It's finally over 😭😭😭 Thank you so much for all the lovely comments and messages over the last week, it really means a lot that so many people have enjoyed this story. I hope the epilogue gives an added bit of closure on a couple of issues (I know some people were interested in the sister) though I have also left some things open because I would love to come back to this version of Billy some time in the future. (Honestly, I need a little break from gothic stuff because I made the mistake of rereading Flowers in the Attic the other day and it left me emotionally broken 😅) There won't be any Billy fics from me next week, which feels so weird to me, but I realised that I've posted at least once a week, every week for the last 42 weeks so I think I'm due a week off. At the moment, I think I'll be starting the stalker!Billy fic on the 6th of September but, in the mean time I might also work on my omegaverse!Bucky fic. In the meantime, my ask box is always open if you have thoughts/feelings/questions/headcanons about anything I've written.

Anyway, thank you so much for reading and following week after week, and thank you so much to those of you who have liked/commented/reblogged! Hope you all have a great weekend!

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[dreamdolldiary]

130 books: my to be read list

will be updating if i find any more interesting finds

my most anticipated reads:

man's search for meaning

outwitting the devil

say yes to life

deep work

a mind for numbers

limitless mind

so good they can't ignore you

destined for more: a broken girl’s journey of chasing dreams and killing giants 

genius foods

burn the boats

fluent in 3 months

fluency forever

the book of five rings

the science of living + live your best life

the art of choosing

quitter: closing the gap between your day job and your dream job

the how of happiness

the high five method

the power of now

the power of one more

essentialism: the disciplined pursuit

getting things done

four thousand weeks

make time

how not to die

seth speaks

life skills: creativity, problem solving, mindfulness, empathy, teamwork

you have more time than you think

the one thing: the surprisingly simple

the 4 hour work week

essay by the minimalists

start with why

the journey of a girl with lots of dreams

how are you, really?

do the hard things first

willpower doesn't work

better than before

secrets of manifesting - wayne dyer

monk mode

parenting

parent power: bringing up responsible children and teenagers

29 rules for smart parenting: how to raise children without being a tyrant

the 7 best things smart teens do

the emotional lives of teenages

talk to your boys (coming out in 2025?)

getting things done for teens

the 7 habits of highly effective teens

lifeskills for adult children

the 6 most important decisions you'll ever make

smart parenting for safer kids

smart parenting for smart kids

improvement

the 12 week year

the lazy genius way

the surrender experiment

no excuses!

the art and business of online writing

the luck factor

the 2 alarms

the go giver

what we owe the future

someday is today

the 1 rule: how to fall in love with the process and achieve your wildest dreams

seven principles of making marriage work

leadership: six studies in world strategy

drive: the surprising truth about what motivates us

the 80/20 principle

the joy of missing out

the courage to be disliked

the blank slate

the life-changing magic of tidying up

range: why generalists triumph

manage your day to day

adulting made easy: things someone should have told you about getting your grown-up act together

design your life: how to hold a well lived, joyful life

the crossroads of should and must

the happiness advantage

do over: rescue monday, reinvent your work, and never get stuck

the self care prescription

pathless path

how to be a person: 65 hugely useful, super important skills

the brain's way of healing

the driving book: everything new drivers need to know but don't know how to ask

the denial of death

educated (by tara westover)

the one thing

do hard things

take the steps

daring greatly

mindset: the psychology of success

grit: the power of passion and perseverance

willpower doesn't work

goodbye to shy

quiet mind, epic life

finance and business

the intelligent investor

secrets of six figure women: surprising strategies to up your earnings and change your life

wealthing like rabbits

i will teach you to be rich

how not to move back in with your parents

overcoming underearning: a five step plan to a richer life

the infographic guide to personal finance: a visual reference for everything you need to know

passive income: the smart passive income guide: how to successfully create passive income streams with a growth mindset

stop sabotaging your career: 8 proven strategies to succeed in spite of yourself

you are a badass at making money

the million-dollar, one-person business

e-commerce business: 3 books in 1: the ultimate guide to making money online from home and reach financial freedom

side hustle: from idea to income in 27 days

make bank (when you think like one)

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making money on blogging: 2020 Edition - how to start your blogging blueprint and make profit online with your blog - how do people make money

starting a successful blog when you have NO CLUE!: 7 steps to wordpress bliss.... (beginner internet marketing series book 1)

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surprised by joy

the case of christ

the historical figure of jesus

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catholics: a very short introduction

random, mostly just for fun

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[nepheia]

but where exactly is here?: unpacking the typography of 《我在》

yibo's annual music drops in a few hours! this will be my first time watching this lovely tradition unfold in real time, which is a strange but also very exciting feeling.

i've loved his teasers so far. they're slick, gorgeous, mature, evocative; transporting us right into the great outdoors that yb has spent so much time in this year — an ode to the nature-related passion projects he's chosen to share with the world, like the wildaid pangolin documentary and exploring the unknown 💚

and maybe it's yet another occupational hazard from working in editorial, but something that struck me almost immediately was the sleek and simple typography. it's really nothing much! but there's a lot you can do with a single font in a single colour, because opacity, thickness, and positioning do a lot of the heavy lifting.

and not to read too deeply into typography of all things at 2am but...

the low-opacity 我在 peering out from behind the opaque I AM NOT HERE makes me think of a smokescreen. that The Real Message is that yb is here, despite all the signs insisting that he's not.

but where, exactly, is here? what could this reflect?

consider: it reflects how he is with everything he loves. that sounds weird, but hear me out:

i can see it reflecting his appreciation of mastery and his style of learning. whether it's acting, sport, or whatever new whimsy that has caught his eye (and there have been so many!), he learns like a silent, watchful presence. almost like, coincidentally, a panther in the shadows. there is never any fanfare to it; he simply masters something by studying his colleagues and seniors — see: wuming filming.

i can see it reflecting how he enjoys falling off the radar, slinking away from cameras and sets and the bright allure of his celebrity to go places and do things that fulfill him. in not being present in public, he is more present with himself.

i can see it reflecting some decisions he's inevitably had to make not only as a star, but — let's be real — as a commodity and a businessman in his own right. decisions that may have seemed unlike him, but in truth were full of him, taking one step back for two steps forward, carefully laying the groundwork for a career where he will have the freedom to pick and choose. a career filled with opportunities that he will love, and that he can take up on his own terms.

i can see it reflecting the characters he's lovingly brought to life on screen — some of whom live such different lives, there are no traces of the high-flying wyb in the way they speak or laugh or cry. yet they share so much of who he is at heart, present if you look closely:

ruolai was a diamond in the rough, bright and talented, who ultimately stuck by his difficult decision to leave behind what gave him his big break. for ruolai, it was xiansheng and the bank; for yb, it was idol life in korea.

mr. ye, so much more than his outwardly stoic and calculating appearance, was so incredibly adept at his job that no one — not even the people he was working against — doubted his work. who could doubt the star power yb brings to any table?

and though a shanghai financier and fighter test pilot and aspiring dancer and second son of a noble clan are worlds apart, they all put everything on the line for a world they believed in, for a life that they were making: ruolai. mr. ye. chen shuo. chen yu. lei yu. lan zhan.

ah yes... lan zhan. the character who loved most like him.

i can see it reflecting how yb is when he's around the person he loves, so reminiscent of lan zhan: single-minded in his pursuit, deeply devoted, every minute movement bearing the hot brand of affection and admiration. looking at This Person like he hung the stars in the sky. orbiting a hundred times around him, and still happy to take another lap.

and of course, just like the title and the typography alludes, i can also see it reflecting how he is when he's not around This Person, because his love is like the moon. bright on some days, concealed on others, but always there, coiled around every whispered 晚安 'goodnight'.

as if to say, it doesn't matter if i'm not here. i'm here. 我在.

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— originally posted on twitter 𐙚 ‧₊˚ ⋅

is it insane to be thinking this hard when i could be proven totally wrong once the songs come out? yes. could the typography actually just mean nothing? yes. will the sign stop me? it never has!! going insane about Those Parallels btw

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[girl-boss-sukeban]

I’ve been running this blog for several years, with the goal of changing the minds of men towards a female-led society and to ingrain on the deepest level of their little brains, that women are superior beings that are to be worshipped. 

Just like the medieval knight who would risk his life to protect his queen and lay all traesures to her feet, just like the worker bee whose sole purpose is to build the queen-bee’s ‘palace’, to nourish and protect her, men should understand that their sole purpose is just the same: A men’s life is fulfilled if he can worship, pamper and protect women. For men, to work hard and earn money just to buy themselves expensive things is purely superficial. After the ‘kick’of buying something wears off, men are left with a feeling of emptyness and lack of purpose but often their simple male brains cannot comprehend the reason for this emptiness.

On the contrary, giving your time and money to support women, to improve their lifes, their living conditions, to give them safety and security, to be the ‘muse’ that allows a woman to flourish and follow her dreams…this selfless service brings real fulfillment to a man.

If you are a male who enjoyed my posts, if my captions molded your thoughts about women or if you even touched your worthless little appendage while reading them, make the next step, be a good little worker bee and fulfill your soul by supporting me to become a fully independent woman, by being the male muse that allows me to fully focus on my creative projects by working hard to contribute not to your own, but to *my* financial freedom.

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[unpluggedfinancial]

Bitcoin Changed My Brain: How Financial Freedom Transforms the Mind

When I first stumbled upon Bitcoin, I had no idea it would completely alter the way I think about the world. It wasn’t just about money—it was about rewiring my brain to see possibilities I had never considered before. Bitcoin didn’t just change my financial trajectory; it changed how I understand systems, resilience, and even the potential of the human mind. The transformation wasn’t just external; it was deeply internal, reshaping how I process, analyze, and engage with the world.

The First Transformation: A Paradigm Shift

Understanding Bitcoin is like taking the red pill from The Matrix. It forces you to see the flaws in systems you once trusted. For me, this wasn’t just a new way of thinking about money—it was a complete rewiring of my mindset. I had to unlearn what I thought I knew about the financial system and reframe my understanding of value, trust, and freedom. This process was challenging but also exhilarating. It felt as though my brain was upgrading, adapting to new information in ways I didn’t think were possible.

Before Bitcoin, I saw money as a static tool—a means to an end. But Bitcoin revealed a deeper truth: money is a living, evolving system. It can be decentralized, transparent, and free from manipulation. This realization wasn’t just academic; it felt like a neural switch had flipped, sparking a wave of curiosity and critical thinking.

The Rabbit Hole Effect

They say Bitcoin is a rabbit hole, and that couldn’t be more true. Once you start, you’re compelled to dig deeper. Bitcoin doesn’t just teach you about money; it introduces you to economics, history, technology, energy, and human behavior. It’s like a gateway to understanding the interconnected systems that shape our world.

As I explored Bitcoin, I found myself questioning everything. Why do we trust centralized institutions? Why is the energy debate around Bitcoin so misunderstood? How does a simple digital ledger hold the potential to revolutionize the global economy? Each answer led to more questions, and with every layer peeled back, my thinking became sharper and more nuanced. It’s as if Bitcoin handed me a mental magnifying glass, allowing me to examine the world with greater clarity.

Financial Freedom and Mental Clarity

One of the most profound changes Bitcoin brought me was mental clarity. Before, the stress of navigating a flawed financial system weighed heavily on me. The fear of inflation, the insecurity of centralized control, and the unpredictability of fiat currencies created a constant background noise of anxiety. Bitcoin silenced that noise.

By providing a system that operates on mathematical certainty and incorruptible transparency, Bitcoin gave me a sense of stability I didn’t know I needed. This mental clarity didn’t just free me financially; it freed me to focus on what truly matters. It inspired me to pursue meaningful goals, think critically about the systems around me, and embrace the power of personal responsibility.

Bitcoin as a Catalyst for Growth

Bitcoin isn’t just a financial tool; it’s a catalyst for personal growth. It pushes you to think differently, question deeply, and act intentionally. The process of understanding Bitcoin mirrors the process of self-improvement: it requires curiosity, persistence, and the willingness to challenge your assumptions.

For me, Bitcoin became a mirror, reflecting my potential back at me. It taught me that the path to freedom—financial or otherwise—isn’t easy, but it’s worth every step. It’s about more than accumulating wealth; it’s about accumulating wisdom, resilience, and the confidence to forge your own path.

A Call to Action

If you’ve been hesitant to dive into Bitcoin, consider this your invitation. It’s not just an investment in your financial future; it’s an investment in yourself. The journey of understanding Bitcoin is transformative, forcing you to confront and expand the boundaries of your thinking.

Bitcoin isn’t just about money—it’s about unlocking the potential in all of us. So, take the first step. Start learning, start questioning, and most importantly, start thinking. You’ll find that the journey is as rewarding as the destination.

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[how2hack4web]

I decided to make this blog as a blueprint for someone like me. Someone who has dreams of financial freedom, as well as freedom of time. Someone who wants a life where they can spend time with their family and show up in the ways needed by their kids but also needs to put food on the table and pay for vacations. If you just heard about bug bounty, cyber security, web penetration testing, red teaming, or any other number of terms used and feel like it might be a good fit for you, I'm going to spend the rest of my very first post telling you why you're wrong. If by the end of it you disagree with me, you're probably cut out to be a hacker. My opinion is specific to hacking web applications, and I consider myself a future specialist in API hacking. Firstly hacking websites is extremely technical. Even a basic understanding of how a full stack application functions requires you to have a basic understanding of about 3-5 programming languages, and how they all interact with each other. Beyond that you need to understand the hardware at play these various languages are using to talk with. I'm using extremely simple terms here but hopefully you get the idea. Developing a hackers mindset I honestly think just isn't for everyone. I don't care what anyone says I believe there is a certain amount of emotional maturity required to be a successful hacker. I say this because the process of developing the skills I just mentioned takes a long time. For a genius I'd expect at least a year of dedicated study to become a credited rookie hacker. You don't just need to be intelligent though, you need to be a good learner. Cyber Security is a constantly evolving field that demands you be a life long student. If you don't love it, you'll burn out fast. You're also up against AI, so you better be ready to be a pro if you wanna make it. This means discipline despite motivation. Further proof of the requirement for emotional maturity. Additionally you're not gonna see much fruit from your labor for quite some time. You won't make money along the way as you acquire this skill. If that's what you're after, go learn a trade. If after reading this you're thinking something like "I don't care, I still want to learn," congrats. You're probably gonna be a great hacker. In my next few posts I'll talk about important first steps, and how to take them. If you read this far, I love you.

[camalcilmi]

Freelance Writing and Blogging: Your Gateway to Earning Online

In a world dominated by digital innovation, freelance writing and blogging stand as pillars of creative freedom and financial opportunity. Imagine this: working from a cozy corner of your home, sipping your favorite coffee, while sharing your thoughts, knowledge, and expertise with the world. And the best part? Getting paid for it. Freelance writing and blogging are not just side gigs—they're ways to carve out a career that blends creativity with flexibility, allowing you to build an income that fits your lifestyle.https://camalcilmi.com

What Are Freelance Writing and Blogging?

https://camalcilmi.com Freelance writing is the art of creating content for clients on a per-project basis. It’s simple yet rewarding—craft an article, a blog post, web copy, or even a technical guide. Deliver the work, and get paid. That’s the basic principle. But there's so much more to it.

On the other hand, blogging is a unique endeavor—it's your platform. It’s where you can express yourself and share content about topics you're passionate about, whether that’s food, tech, finance, travel, or any other subject under the sun. Over time, as your audience grows, you’ll find ways to monetize your blog, from ads and affiliate marketing to sponsored posts and product sales.

Both of these ventures, freelance writing and blogging, offer unmatched creative freedom and limitless earning potential.

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How to Start Blogging

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Tips for Success in Freelance Writing and Blogging

Conclusion

Freelance writing and blogging aren’t just ways to make money—they’re a pathway to building a career that aligns with your passions and provides the freedom you crave. These are opportunities where you get to work on your own terms, express your creativity, and grow professionally.

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[obanicrypto]

How to Connect Your TON Wallet to STON.fi: A Simple Guide for Everyone

Let’s face it—starting anything new can feel overwhelming, especially in the world of crypto and blockchain. If you’ve ever felt lost trying to connect your wallet to a decentralized app, you’re not alone. But here’s the truth: connecting your TON wallet to STON.fi is simpler than it seems.

Think of it like setting up a digital wallet for your favorite online store. Once it’s done, you’re all set to explore, trade, and take full control of your financial journey. Let me walk you through the process step by step in the most straightforward way possible.

Why Do You Need to Connect Your Wallet

Imagine walking into a store with a shopping list but no wallet. You know what you want, but you can’t buy anything. That’s what it’s like trying to use STON.fi without connecting your TON wallet.

Your wallet acts as your digital access card, allowing you to interact with the blockchain. Without it, you’re just a spectator in the decentralized world. Once connected, you can trade tokens, stake your assets, and fully immerse yourself in decentralized finance (DeFi).

Step 1: Open the STON.fi Application

First, visit STON.fi. Consider this the entrance to a digital marketplace, designed for seamless interaction with the blockchain.

The website is user-friendly and intuitive, so you won’t feel like you’re navigating a maze.

Step 2: Click “Connect Wallet”

On the homepage, find the “Connect Wallet” button and click it. Think of this as saying, “Hey, I’m ready to explore!”

This simple action sets the stage for all your future transactions.

Step 3: Select Your Wallet

Once you click the button, a list of supported wallets will pop up. If you don’t see your wallet immediately, don’t panic—click “View All Wallets” to see the full list.

Still can’t find your wallet? Double-check to ensure you’ve set it up correctly. It’s like looking for a key—you need the right one to unlock the door.

Step 4: Scan the QR Code

Open your wallet app and look for the QR code scanner. Use it to scan the code displayed on STON.fi.

This step is as simple as tapping your card on a payment terminal. It’s quick, efficient, and hassle-free.

Step 5: Confirm the Connection

Your wallet app will ask for confirmation. Once you approve, your wallet is connected!

Here’s a pro tip: your wallet will stay connected until you disconnect it manually or clear your browser cache. This means you don’t have to repeat the process every time you visit STON.fi.

Addressing Common Concerns

Is it safe to connect my wallet?

Absolutely. Connecting your wallet doesn’t mean you’re giving anyone access to your funds. It’s more like logging into an account—secure and private.

What if I make a mistake?

No worries! The process is straightforward, and you can always start over if needed. Plus, plenty of guides are available to help you troubleshoot.

Why This Step Matters

Connecting your wallet is more than just a technical task—it’s a doorway to financial independence. In the traditional financial world, we rely on banks and middlemen. With STON.fi, you’re in control.

Once your wallet is connected, you can:

Trade tokens seamlessly

Stake your assets for rewards

Explore new opportunities in DeFi

Picture this: You’re at a coffee shop and want to pay for your latte. You open your phone, scan a QR code, and the payment is done in seconds.

That’s exactly how connecting your wallet to STON.fi works. Simple, efficient, and secure. Once you’ve set it up, the entire process becomes second nature.

Final Thoughts

Starting your journey in the decentralized world doesn’t have to be complicated. Connecting your TON wallet to STON.fi is one of the easiest and most empowering steps you can take.

Think of it as setting up the foundation for your financial freedom. Once it’s done, you’ll have access to a world of opportunities at your fingertips.

So, what are you waiting for? Dive in and take control of your future—one transaction at a time.

[bigvee1]

How to Swap Tokens on STON.fi: A Step-by-Step Guide for Everyone

Swapping tokens on a decentralized exchange like STON.fi might sound intimidating at first, but it’s much simpler than you think. Imagine trading one type of fruit for another at a local market—it's straightforward once you know how it works. Let’s break it down step by step, in a way that feels like we’re having a friendly chat.

Getting Started: Open the STON.fi App

First, open the STON.fi app on your device. Once you’re in, find the "Swap" tab. Think of this as walking up to a digital marketplace where all the token exchanges happen.

Step 1: Select the Token You Want to Swap

Under the "You Send" box, you’ll see a list of all the tokens you can exchange. Let’s say you have TON tokens, and you’re ready to trade them for something else. Choose TON from the list.

It’s like walking into the market with apples and saying, “I want to trade these for oranges.” This step sets the foundation for your exchange.

Step 2: Choose the Token You Want to Receive

Now, in the "You Receive" box, pick the token you’d like in return. For example, you might want STON, the native token of STON.fi.

This is your “oranges” moment—you’re specifying exactly what you want to receive in exchange for your apples.

Step 3: Enter the Amount You Want to Swap

Next, decide how many tokens you want to exchange. Input the number, and STON.fi’s algorithm will automatically calculate how much of the other token you’ll get in return.

It’s like asking the market vendor, “If I give you 5 apples, how many oranges can I get?” Simple and clear.

Step 4: Review and Confirm the Details

Before completing the swap, take a moment to double-check everything. Review the token amounts, the estimated fees, and the receiving wallet. If it all looks good, press the Swap button to proceed.

Think of this as confirming the exchange rate and agreeing to the trade before you hand over your apples.

Step 5: Approve the Transaction in Your Wallet

Once you confirm the swap, your wallet will ask you to approve the transaction. This is like signing a receipt to finalize the deal. Approve it, and the process is complete.

What Happens Next

In just a few seconds, the tokens you swapped for will appear in your wallet. You can check them upunder the Assets section. It’s like looking into your shopping bag and seeing the fresh oranges you just traded for.

Why Choose STON.fi

STON.fi isn’t just another exchange; it’s designed to make your crypto journey easier:

User-Friendly: The platform is intuitive, even for those new to crypto.

Fast Transactions: Built on the TON blockchain, transactions are swift and hassle-free.

Security: Your funds remain in your control—STON.fi doesn’t hold them.

Transparency: No hidden fees or surprises; you know exactly what you’re getting.

Final Thoughts: Your First Step Into Crypto Freedom

Swapping tokens might seem technical at first, but it’s just another way of making exchanges in a digital marketplace. Start small, follow the steps, and take your time to understand the process.

Remember, every crypto enthusiast started where you are now—with curiosity and a willingness to learn. With STON.fi, you’re not just swapping tokens; you’re stepping into a world of financial empowerment.

So go ahead, give it a try, and let me know how your first swap goes. You’ve got this!

[earntoinvests]

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In June of 1967, at the same time as Israel was starting to enact its military dictatorship over the West Bank and Gaza, the biggest athlete of his time and one of the most famous and recognizable icons of his era, Muhammad Ali, was sentenced to five years in prison for his refusal to join the US military and serve in the Vietnam war.

Two months earlier, on April 28th, his boxing license was suspended, and he was stripped of his heavyweight world champion title and arrested: 3 times his name was called at a Military Entrance Processing Station in Houston, and 3 times he would not step forward.

Before and after that day, he was active and speaking against the war to American students in universities, in rallies throughout the country, in press conferences, and interviews.

He never once buckled under pressure, and crafted some of the most memorable and popular quotes of the Vietnam era like "I ain't got no quarrel with them Vietcong", or

"Why should they ask me to put on a uniform and go 10,000 miles from home and drop bombs and bullets on Brown people in Vietnam while so-called Negro people in Louisville are treated like dogs and denied simple human rights? No I’m not going 10,000 miles from home to help murder and burn another poor nation simply to continue the domination of white slave masters of the darker people the world over. This is the day when such evils must come to an end. I have been warned that to take such a stand would cost me millions of dollars. But I have said it once and I will say it again. The real enemy of my people is here. I will not disgrace my religion, my people or myself by becoming a tool to enslave those who are fighting for their own justice, freedom and equality. If I thought the war was going to bring freedom and equality to 22 million of my people they wouldn’t have to draft me, I’d join tomorrow. I have nothing to lose by standing up for my beliefs. So I’ll go to jail, so what? We’ve been in jail for 400 years."

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Choosing wisely, the American state did not destroy Ali. Ali came back to the ring after 3 years of forced absence, reclaimed his title, and, beating all the best heavyweights of the time, created an unmatched legacy in all of sports history.

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Almost 60 years after that, it is impossible to even imagine, say, Lebron James or Stephen Curry talking with anything similar to that clarity and conviction about, say, a certain genocide and their country's support for it. It's inconceivable. They see themselves as nothing but earners and entertainers.

I often think about the timeless greatness of Ali, being not only the greatest boxing champion of all time but a great formidable political spirit as well. Ali who did not succumb to fear and pressure and risked his career, freedom, many millions of dollars, and even his life (in a country notorious for lone assassins) by consistently refusing to join a war the American public was still overwhelmingly for at the time.

And what do we have today? Complete craven silence. All the great athletes, rock stars, actors - deafening silence.

Not one of them has as much to lose as Ali did, at the height of a singular career in global sports. Not one of them risks jail time, fierce public hate, or financial ruin. Still, they find no courage to speak up.

They all count their dollars and likes in the dark, psychologically broken, and morbidly anxious stars of nothingness.

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Nearly 6 decades after he willingly put everything on the line for his principles in a spectacular act of real-time political nonconformity, The Great One still shines as a huge beacon of light in a sea of rancid complicity. An inspiration and a role model like no other.

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The absence of an Ali-like figure of our times tells a sad and uniquely poignant story about the triumph of capitalism and conformity over the human spirit in America in the post-Vietnam era; it also tells us how much of a giant Ali really was.

Alon Mizrahi