#woodrow humble

[acesandocs]

She's an uptown girl!

Wanted to draw @yanci-indigo's oc Amber Humble. Im not super happy with the shading in the color version but oh well.

[blue-iced-tea]

Backgrounds as my worst enemy haha

Still trying my best huhu

[rudnitskaia]

AAAAAAAAA~~~💖💖💖

Thank you, thank you, thank you, dude, both for your birthday wishes and for your art!! You did amazing job, everyone looks awesome, and I'm so honored you choose to draw my dear girl among these wonderful OCs, I can't stop screaming (/pos)! ✨😭✨

Squeeze you tightly in hug ~💖

The LackaOCs of this blog's biggest fans :3 Part 1(According to Tumblr)(Hoping Tumblr won't mess up the quality lol pls just zoom in if it does :'))

Amber Humble - @yanci-indigo

Flynn Mulligan - @realbouru

Lucio - @mivanti03

Benjamin Heller - @aghostnamedcalamity

Maura Venza - @rudnitskaia (Advanced Happy Birthday btw!)

And to my other follower and mutuals I really appreciate all the support y'all gave me! Which is why I'll be drawing some of y'alls OCs on my sketchbook : )

[pixies-and-poets]

I was thinking about the Divine AU for Phandrow and you know what, I realized I'm actually weak and soft and totally smitten for this....

A healthy god/mortal relationship... With one whose devotion is so strong and unwavering and reverent and awed, it's literally worship... And the other, a god long given up to vanity and self-obsession, becoming so obsessed with a mortal that he remembers his mission and ability to serve those with less power than he. A god who is humbled, for the first time in literal ages, by love.

None of this is a new story, I'm sure, but it also captures something I love about this ship in a really maximalist way. The poor unfortunate artist with a pure heart, and the one who has fame and glory but needs to be taught something. It's always something of a fairy tale, or a myth.

Phantom realizing Woodrow has been praying ardently to him for most of his life, but the Fates blocked his messages from reaching the heavens... And promising to answer his each and every prayer from now on... and maybe even some things he never would have dared dream to ask for.

Woodrow becoming Phantom's oracle and prophet... Able to have fits of divine ecstasy- he is literally possessed by his lover, them both existing in the same body, and the mixture of divinity in a body that is cursed and built for bad luck makes them both go a little crazy...

Mmmmm DO YOU SEE THE VISION

[woodrowhq]

PLOT DROP: The First Dinner DATE: Monday, September 5, 2005 TIME PERIOD: 6PM-8PM LOCATION: The Dining Room

"Good evening, everyone. Please, take your seats."

As evening falls, the wards gather in the grand dining hall for their first dinner at Woodrow House without Richard. Lit by flickering candles and adorned with elegant table settings, the atmosphere is both somber and reverent. One look at the table and the dishes are easily recognized: Richard's favorites.

"Tonight marks our first dinner together here at Woodrow House without Richard. It's a bittersweet occasion, but I believe it's important for us to come together and honor his memory. Tonight's menu is a tribute to Richard's favorite dishes: stuffed mushrooms, the ever-classic Caesar salad, clam chowder, and roast chicken with smashed potatoes and a medley of vegetables. And for dessert, we have apple pie with vanilla ice cream, just as Richard loved. Do enjoy."

Mrs. Tristan won't be joining you as she has never liked eating in the dining room, finding it far too extravagant for her humbles tastes, but she suggests that perhaps each ward might share a cherished memory or story about Richard, keeping his spirit alive in their hearts.

"Well, I'll leave you all to it. Have a lovely dinner."

PLOT DROP TO FOLLOW: The Restoration from 8AM to 5PM

TASK: What was the last interaction your character had with Richard before he passed?

You can either share it with the other wards in a starter or you can have your ward reflect on it privately in a self-para if they are not inclined to speak openly.

[tacomasterstudios]

FAN TETOCU EPISODE #1 - The Egregious Wackiness of Eliza Whizbang

Do you remember when The Epic Tales of Captain Underpants tried to discuss feminist issues? And how bad it was at it? Remember how the Vimpire episode tried to tackle female representation in media with all the subtlety, tact, and cleverness of a brick to the face? How George and Harold randomly became sexist for the purposes of the plot? Remember how the Barfilisk episode had Erica get mad at George for "boysplaining" in a moment that comes out of nowhere and has nothing to do with anything? Yeah... one of the show's many, MANY problems.

Luckily, I've been thinking of several ways to fix this show, and among this is several new episode ideas. So, I thought I'd take the opportunity to introduce one of these episodes here. This one is specifically a way for Captain Underpants to tackle feminist issues while actually fitting with the established characters and plot. And it's even an episode where Erica Wang, the show's favorite feminist, makes a major appearance!

The episode begins with George and Harold on the tour of the legendary Whizbang Novelty Company, top of the line in prank materials. But when they get to the part of their supposed "founder" Woodrow Whizbang, Erica heckles the tour guide about how he's not the "real" founder. The tour guide tries to remain civil until Erica brings up "Eliza", which gets her kicked out (as well as George and Harold when they ask who Eliza is).

Back in the treehouse, Erica relays the story of Eliza Whizbang, a pranking genius and the REAL founder of the Whizbang company, and how her envious brother Woodrow stole all the credit for her hard work. Tragically, he got away with it and everyone believed HE was the prank genius, because back then, nobody believed a woman could accomplish anything. Furious at this injustice, George and Harold steal Melvin's Time Toad (again) and go back in time to make sure Eliza gets the recognition she deserves. And Erica, wanting to see an influential woman get the recognition she rightfully deserves (and also sick of being the serious one all the time), tags along- and uses Melvin's crush on her to their advantage, with Melvin willing to let Erica and the boys use the Time Toad because she's Erica and Melvin has a crush on her.

When they go back in time, the trio find Eliza upset about her brother taking all the credit for her hard work. Erica gives her a pep talk, and George and Harold create a comic showing how her achievements have inspired them over the years- even showing off their own, even bigger pranks. But it all goes awry when Eliza's newfound desire to be recognized, inspired by Erica's words as well as George and Harold's pranks, results in her own pranks getting bigger and bigger, culminating in her going crazy and embarking on a prank rampage.

With Mr. Krupp still in the present, how can Captain Underpants save the day? Luckily, our heroes quickly come up with an answer. George still has his Hypno-Ring, and wandering the streets is a portly, crabby gentleman who looks kind of like Mr. Krupp. (Possibly an ancestor?) So, they hypnotize him into becoming Captain Underpants (and hypnotize away all his more... antequated notions in the process). And for the super powers, they obviously give him Super Power Juice to drink.

Wait, Super Power Juice? That's right, one of Eliza's latest creations turns out to be Super Power Juice- which she's sprayed herself with from a seltzer bottle, thus giving HER super powers! A climactic showdown ensues (in silent film-style Silent-O-Rama, because actions speak louder than words), and eventually Eliza is defeated and humbled back to normal. But even after the battle, our heroes have to admit, Eliza's pranks were the best of the best, which Eliza herself is grateful for. Unfortunately, because antequated notions still abound, Woodrow still ends up getting the credit for all of Eliza's creations- but Eliza is far from bitter, thanks to the knowledge that her work will be appreciated in the future.

When our heroes go back to the present, they embark on a boycott/protest of Whizbang Novelty Company, because they don't support companies who ignore the acknowledgements of women... or lie about their history. And this movement slowly but steadily gains a following as George, Harold, and Erica work to bring to light the legacy of Eliza Whizbang.

The feminist issue of choice in this episode is cryptogyny, or the Matilda effect as it's called when referred to scientific achievements- the hiding the achievements of women throughout history, a problem that has unfortunately persisted thoughout the ages (and hasn't even gotten a name until 2020). James Watson and Francis Crick took credit for Rosalind Franklin's discovery of the DNA double helix, Isaac K. Shero stole the idea for the modern day curling iron from Ada Harris, and there's evidence that the "author" of the Great Gatsby really plagarized the book from his wife Zelda. I felt that, if Captain Underpants had to tackle feminist subject matter, this would be the most in-character way to do it, with George and Harold discovering an important female prankster silenced by history and doing their best to make sure she's recognized for her awesomeness.

(Although I guess addressing the lack of "strong female characters" in media would make sense by using George and Harold's comics... if you ignore Sarah Hatoff from Dog Man... or Great Granny Girdle, from the Purple Potty People book... or The Amazing Cow Lady, mentioned as one of George and Harold's earliest superheroes in the VERY FIRST CAPTAIN UNDERPANTS BOOK...)

[themickey]

task 5: mickey's favorite room in the woodrow house

coming to the woodrow house was definitely a culture shock for little mickey. she's never seen a place so large and luxurious in her life, let alone live in it. while in school, she was drawn to the library, she loved that there were so many books right at her finger tips and loved to spend hours filling her head with their knowledge. she loved the game room and all the memories it held of game nights with richard and the others. she loved the movie theater, always amazed at how lucky she was to be able to walk down the hall and be able to watch any movie she wanted on the big screen.

but mickey's true favorite place in the house was the terrace. many nights growing up, mickey could always be found star gazing out there. she'd look up at the night sky with a little notebook filling with doodles and scribbles of the constellations she saw. for her fourteenth birthday, rachard bought her a fancy telescope. it was hard for her to accept such an expensive gift but her love of outer space won out over her humbleness. she would bring it out to the terrace on many nights and try to see how many stars and planets she could identify at different times of the year.

and during her more rebellious times as a teenager, mickey could also be found sneaking a few cigarettes out on the terrace when she thought richard and mrs. tristian weren't watching her.

[armoredisopod]

Didn't expect to get invested in the event story but goddamn if it isn't one of the best stories arknights has put out so far and seeing Jessica finally find the one thing she wants to do and stand up for herself was absolutely cathartic, honestly right up there with Lone Trail for me even if the story felt too short

(also i know Woodrow wanted to kill Cliff for leaving him and their unnamed friend to die behind enemy lines during the revolutionary war but they definitely had something going on in the past right)

The EX stages didn't give me too much trouble except EX-5 but that was mostly just me being stubborn, i was surprised i managed to get EX-8 trimmed medal first try and then immediately got humbled by EX-8 CM, i tried it on my own for an hour or two before looking up a guide for it and turns out the solution was simply just spawncamp Cliff with Ceobe and Suzuran

Bit late to the party to talk about IS4 first impressions but definitely agree it's an improvement over IS3 and the foldartals and anti-interference index are fun mechanics, only managed to get to difficulty 7 rn but i'm slowly working my way to 10 for the trimmed medal

Don't have much else to say that hasn't been said better by other people so i'll just complain about how annoying the emergency version of "Where be No Mounts and Seas" is because holy shit it has been the most consistent run ender for me and also the Propagating Collapse paradigm effect on "March of the Dead" is literally an automatic loss because i swear the game is actually rigged to put the dominion on every ranged tile in that stage

Perfect? clears for the new SSS missions?

I'll be honest i didn't expect to fail the dps check on the ice cream truck boss but then i found out it only takes away 2 life points and i had no prior leaks so uh i guess i'll take it

I expected to get my ass beat on the lighthouse because i didn't raise any wandering medic and i refuse to borrow support eyjaberry but turns out the device provides enough elemental healing that i really only need to focus on bringing enough dps to get through the boss' shields

[thefixeraa]

INTRO TO PANDORA.   

subject  matter :   the silent four / the network . the foundation of pandora in the years before its creation .

the  foundation  of  pandora  has  only  existed  for  two  decades .   the  organization  itself  has  existed  since  world  war  I ( 1917 ) .   the  birth  of  espionage   [   pigeon  messages ,   a  can  of  maps   …   mata  hari ,   a  dancer  with  high  ranking  admirer’s  – –   was  hired  by  french  intelligence  to  spy  on  the  germans .   ]   operation   nightwatch   was  planned  by  the  united  states  government ,   forming  a  group  of  three  men  and  a  woman   [   they   are  known  as :   ‘  the  silent  four .  ’   ]   nightwatch  came from  the  mind  of  john  j.  pershing   (   a  decorated  general  of  the u.s  army   ) ,   under  woodrow  wilson’s  presidency .   a  sort  of  modest  thing  before  the  united  states  entered  into  the  game  of  espionage .  

gabriel  kane ,   born  in  new  york  city  in  1890  and  the  son  of  irish  immigrants .   during  the  first  world  war ,   he  was  the  member  of  the  77th  division ,   which  saw  extensive  action  in  the  meuse - argonne  offensive .   kane’s  unit  was  tasked  with  attacking  german  fortifications  along  the  front  lines ,   and  he  quickly  distinguished  himself  as  a  fearless  and  high  skilled  combatant .   he  was  wounded  multiple  times  in  battle  but  continued  to  lead  his  fellow  soldiers  with  bravery  and  determination .   gabriel’s  talents  did  not  go  unnoticed  by  his  superiors ,   and  he  was  eventually  handpicked  to  join  a  special  operations  unit  tasked  with  carrying  out  covert  missions  behind  enemy  lines .   he  excelled  in  this  role ,   using  his  knowledge  of  the  terrain  and  his  ability  to  blend  in  with  the  local  population  to  carry  out  a  variety  of  missions ,   including  sabotage   and  aviation ,   he  enlisted  in  the  army  and  intelligence  gathering .   it  was  during  one  of  these  missions  that  general  john j.  perishing  first  took  notice  of  kane .   after  overseeing  a  assignment  in  which  kane  was  sent  on  a  dangerous  reconnaissance  mission ,   perishing  was  impressed  by  kane’s  bravery  and  resourcefulness  and  subsequently  recruited  him  into  the  silent  four .

anthony  price ,   born  in  philadelphia in  1890  from  humble  beginnings .   he  was  heavily  interested  in  civil  rights  movements ,   since  both  his  parents  were  people  of  color .   he also  wrote  poetry ,   often  getting  his  poetry  and  articles  published   (  he  talks  about  a  lot  of  topics  that  are  very  personal  to  him ,   and  sometimes  becomes  scrutinized  for  it .   )   when  world  war  1  came  about ,   he  set  off  to  join  the  army -   in  particular  the  harlem  hellfire  company  in  the  369th  infantry  regiment ,   a  mostly  all  black  company  that  initially  were  regulated  to  minor  labor  duties .   eventually  he  and  his  fellow  company  men  were  sent  to  the  front  lines  to  fight  along  side  the  french  army .   price  was  a  skilled  linguist  and  fluent  in  french  and  german ,   which  proved  usful  and  he  became  a  valuable  asset  to  his  company .   during  the  battle  of  belleau  wood ,   the  harlem  hellfire  company  saw  extensive  action ,   being  tasked  with  capturing  a  heavily  defended  german  position .   anthony  showed  exceptional  bravery  and  leadership ,   leading  several  successful  assaults  on  enemy  positions  and  earning  respect  of  his  fellow  soldiers . to  use  his  linguistic  abilities  to  gather  valuable  intelligence  on  enemy  movements  and  positions .   he  was  eventually  recruited  by  george  creel ,   one  of  the  six  men  who  founded  tsf .

damien  knight ,   born  in  wichita  kansas  in  1891 ,   his  parents  owned  a  small  airplane  manufacturing  business .   because  he  grew  up  around  airplanes  and  aviation ,   he  enlisted  in  the  army  and  underwent  flight  training ,   quickly  proving  himself  a  skilled  and  fearless  pilot .   one  of  his  missions  took  place  during  the  battle  of  saint - mihiel .   knight  was  tasked  with  leading  a  squadron  of  planes  on  a  bombing  run against  a  key  german  supply  depot .  despite  heavy  anti - aircraft  fire  and  enemy  airplanes ,   knight  and  his  squadron  successfully  carried  out  the  mission ,   dealing  a  significant  blow  to  german  forces  for  the  war  effort .   he  was  soon  to  be  recruited  by  another  member  of  tsf ,   who  recognized  his  bravery ,   tactical  skills ,   and  the  ability  to  think  on  his  feet .   he  became  an  important  member  of  the group ,   using  her  aviation  expertise  to  carry  out  covert  missions .   his  piloting  skills  were  especially  valuable  in  situations  where  the  group  needed a  quick  extraction  or  others  in  dangerous  situations .

elizeabeth  stone ,   elizabeth  was  boring  in  boston  massachusetts  in  1893    to  a  wealthy  family  of  philanthropists .   during  the worked  as  a  nurse ,  working  on  the  front  lines  to  care  for  wounded  soldiers .   she  was  stationed  in  several  locations  throughout  europe ,   including  france  and  italy ,   and  gained  a   she  developed  a  network  of  contacts  among  soldiers  and  civilians ,   and  used  her  knowledge  to  help  the allies  plan  reputation  as  one  of  the  most  dedicated  and  skilled  nurses  in  her  unit .   she  often  went  above  and  beyond  her  duties  to  provide  comfort  and  care  to  soldiers ,   even  under  dan gerous  condition  or  help  was  known  to  venture  out  into   “  no  man’s  land  ”   to  retrieve  injured  soldiers  who  were  stranded  or  under  fire ,   risking  her  own  safety  to  ensure  they  were  received  medical  attention .   during  her  service ,   she  also  developed  an  interest  in  intelligence  gathering ,   and  began  to  secretly  collect  information  about  enemy  troop  movements  and  other  military  intelligence .   she  developed  a  network  of  contacts  among  soldiers  and  civilians ,   and  used  her  knowledge  to  help  the allies  plan  strategic  operations .   stone  showed  bravery  and  her  intelligence  gathering  skills  caught  the  attention  of  one  of  the  founders  of  tsf ,   who  then  recruited  her  to  work  as  a  covert  agent .   as  a  member  of  the  group ,   she  used  her medical  knowledge  and  intelligence - gathering  skills  to  carry  out  a  range  of  missions ,   often  going  undercover  as  a  nurse  or  aid  worker  to  gather�� information  or  help  resistance  groups .

TIMELINE OF EVENTS ,

1918 - 1920 :

the  silent  few   (  tsf )  extends  to  include  more  agents  after  the  first  world  war  ends .   focusing  on  recruiting  veterans  of  the  war ,   giving  them  promise  and  purpose   (  especially  if  they’ve  felt  lost  and  disconnected  after  the  war .   )

the  organization  becomes  more  structured ,   with  specialized  teams  for  intelligence  gathering ,   field  operations ,   and  research  and  development  etc .

it  establishes  its  headquarters  in  washington  d.c ,   and  has  offices  across  the  united  states  and  the  world  as  a  safe  place  for  agents  to  go  to  while  on  a  mission .

1921 - 1939 :  

tsf  continues  to  grow  and  adapt ,   now  going  by  a  different  name ,   called  the  network .   it  continued  to  develop  new  technologies  and  tactics  for  espionage  and  covert  operations .  

the  organization's  reputation  for  effectiveness  and  discretion  attracts  the  attention  of  influential  government  officials  and  wealthy  benefactors .

agents  are  involved  in  a  number  of  high - profile  missions ,   including  efforts  to  counter  soviet  espionage  and  sabotage  during  the  interwar  period .

1940 - 1945 :

with  the  outbreak  of  world  war  2 ,   the  silent  few  plays  a  critical  role  in  gathering  intelligence  and  conducting  sabotage  and  espionage  operations  against  the  axis  powers .

many  agents  served  in  the  armed  forces ,   using  their  specialized  training  to  aid  in  military  operations .   while  others  fought  alongside  the  military  as  a  show  of  support .

during  this  time ,   the  network  continues  to  recruit  and  train  new  operatives ,   expanding  its  tanks  to  include  specialists  in  a  wide  range  of  fields   (  including  cryptography ,   linguistics ,   and  technology .  )

1946 - 1960 :

in  the  aftermath  of  the  war ,   the  network  shifted  its  focus  to  countering  the  emerging  threat  of  communist  regimes  around  the  world .

the  organization  engages  in  covert  operations  to  support  anti - communist  forces  in  countries  such  as  korea ,   vietnam  and  cuba .  

the  network  develops  new  technologies  and  techniques  for  surveillance  and  intelligence  gathering ,   including  the  use  of  satellites  and  advanced  encryption  methods .

1961 - 1989 :

during  the  cold  war ,   the  organization  plays  a  key  role  in  working  to  gather  intelligence  and  thwart  soviet  espionage  efforts .

it  becomes  increasingly  secretive  and  compartmentalized ,   with  many  agents  operation  in  isolation  from  one  another .

during  this  time ,   the  agency  develops  advanced  weapons  and  technologies  for  use  in  covert  operations .

1990 - 1995 :

with  the  collapse  of  the  soviet  union  and  the  end  of  the  cold  war ,   the  network  finds  itself  facing  a  new  era  of  uncertainty  and  shifting  geopolitical  priorities .

the  organization  struggles  to  adapt  to  new  threats  such  as  terrorism  and  cyber  warfare ,   and  begins  to  face  criticism  for  its  secrecy  and  lack  of  accountability .

during  a  period  of  weakness ,   a  man  named  conrad  ashe  would  assassinate  top  network  individuals  and  any  agents  who  were  loyal ,   take  over  the  organization .   effectively  wiping  it  clean  and  starting  over .   thus  pandora  was  born ,   in  a  new  world  with  new  possibilities .

[blue-iced-tea]

Yowww new sketch wow so cool

[cmcsmen]

The Gateway to Our Hearts

The Door of our Hearts - Copyright Frank J Casella - frankjcasella.pixels.com

"No man has ever risen to the real stature of spiritual manhood until he has found that it is finer to serve somebody else than it is to serve himself." -- Woodrow Wilson

Many secure their homes with locked doors, but do we, as Catholic men, do the same with our hearts?

When we aren't open and inviting, we risk sliding into legalism and judgment, among other pitfalls.

The essence of leadership, whether at work or home, lies in understanding how to serve those we lead.

By embracing humble tasks, we enhance our leadership abilities and discover more about ourselves in the process.

[teacherintransition]

Miki

The teacher in transition? The teacher in transition? Transition? To what? Doing what? Are the transactions good? Are they bad? Doesn’t everyone transition? Well, if you’re talking about the ultimate transition; I reluctantly acknowledge we all will transition into our mysterious next life …eventually. When changing one’s life from the sixty plus hour workweek to retirement; transition, to me, means living life fully on your terms to the degree possible. Like Augustus McRae of Lonesome Dove said, “by god Woodrow it ain’t dyin’ I’m talkin’ about …it’s livin’!” Choosing to live passionately and vibrantly and not waiting for death in a rocking chair. Augustus said it spot on …by god!

There is another unavoidable transition that we face and we painfully face it in ever growing instances the more we age: losing friends to that “undiscovered country” and we are never ready for that inescapable instance. Yesterday, I lost a friend in the quiet of her sleep …the mysterious transition. For those of us who loved her, it’s a heartbreaking removal of her from our lives. Miki Case Jost never retired, but her life was a devoted, dedicated, loving, ever changing, series of adventures in a life filled with the passion, vibrancy and heartwarming empathy. I won’t list the many challenges she carried out with exuberance and love … that would not do her legacy the justice it deserves. From radio disc jockey to teacher to mom to grand mom, her legacy was the kindness and support she gave coworkers, students, family and friends. Without question, Miki helped me become the teacher and person I became. I taught for 30 years, I spent 23 years at Lufkin ISD. I really connected with just a few of my colleagues as I was not your “typical” teacher. That served me well at times, not so well at other times. I only made a handful of real friends. Victor L Travis was one and Miki Case Jost was another. Her passing was totally unexpected.

Miki “got” me and was a true friend. I taught her two sons, we hung out and she helped me establish a powerhouse Destination Imagination program. Time went by and our lives went by and our connection dwindled. There was no disagreements at all…just life taking place. My great, great friend Scott Walters called me today to let me know that she wasn’t with us anymore. I was gobsmacked and my heart hurt. I was filled with regret that I didn’t share with her how special she was more often. This is a lesson I can’t quite learn completely; but like most of us, we swear we’ll do better. I can’t waste any more chances to share my heart with people who’ve made an impact on my life.

She moved around the state and country serving young people in school and those serving in the prison system always striving to make difference in the lives she touched. Bravo Miki ���you did, more than you can possibly know. It seemed an exhausting, exciting path of new challenges and loving people. Yet, she usually humbly only referred to adventures as hitting the road with her two doggies. I submit that retirement should be a time for loving and spending time with your family and a respectable amount of focusing on the dreams and goals for yourself. C’mon…times a wastin’ seek excitement. Miki did, but she never stopped loving and serving. She was only four years older than me yet, she seemed to have lived, truly lived a lifetime that twice the life I have lived. She is …yes, is amazing. We had planned writing and illustrating a children’s book together but we never made real progress with the book. Do I regret that? Certainly, but the deepest regret is that I’ll not be ever have any opportunity to share time, share a drink …a hug and acknowledgment of the special lady she was. I’m confident the book would’ve been excellent, but my friendship with her was far more impactful than producing something…even a book about a friendly, talking tree.

I and countless others could go on and on about the unique character of this woman. She wouldn’t have wanted that. She wasn’t about accolades but connections, powerful connections. In that respect she possessed a wealth few of us do. Miki Case Jost …you are my friend… I love you and will miss you forever. Requiescant in pace, mi amice.

[dirtybarn]

Between Lines is a Poetic Thoughtful Animated Short by Sarah Beth Morgan

Between Lines is an animated short film created entirely by an all-women team, directed by the talented Sarah Beth Morgan. The story is about the scars created by bullying in high school and lifelong recovery of these memories. Puberty, growing up, and the discovery of self are traumatic enough to process. However when school dynamics and bullies added to the equation, teenage years might become a burden. Maybe because we saw many coming of age stories in feature films focusing on the troubles of growing up, adjusting to problems, dealing with uncertainties. There is no denying that bullying creates deep scar on people and they spend so much time on themselves to recover past traumas. The narrative in Between Lines follows a young woman's journey as she navigates isolation, exclusion and anxiety. Out of the trauma, blooms a sense of healing and connection. There is no single definitive way to make your peace with your past but either way the happiness and relief comes within.

Sarah Beth Morgan, a director and illustrator currently based in Cleveland, OH, United States, grew up in Saudi Arabia. She attended the Savannah College of Art and Design and had early career experiences at Scholar and Oddfellows in LA and Portland. Currently, Morgan works from her own studio in Cleveland. And as a personal impression, Morgan's work feels sincere, down-to-earth and approachable to manies. Her animations and illustrations are neat, humble and taking you to a polished, clean environment that could trigger a positive emotions instantly.

Between Lines: "I wanna subway map of my invisible scars."

Between lines successfully completed its festival stint by getting recognition and awards from many organizations; including Brooklyn Film Festival – Audience Award for Animation, Pictoplasma Berlin – Official Selection, SCAD Savannah Film Festival – Official Selection for Global Shorts Forum. Sarah Beth Morgan's moving short animation made its online premiere on January 24, 2023. Though I discovered it late, I've come to realize that great works are timeless on the internet. Today is my day to meet 'Between Lines.' The poetic narrative, moving animation and eye-catching visuals; Between Lines artistically could be your best two minutes today. Check out Sarah Beth Morgan’s website, Vimeo and Instagram and Between Lines' website. And discover over 30 talented women who make Between Lines happen from here. https://vimeo.com/792244354  

CREDITS

Director: Sarah Beth Morgan Animation Director: Taylor Yontz Producer: Rebekah Hamilton VO / Sound / Music: Jennifer Pague Art Direction: Sarah Beth Morgan Design: Nuria Boj, Caroline Choi, Sarah Beth Morgan, Sara Ariel Wong Animation: Margaret Bialis, Erin Bradley, Amy Charlick, Esther Cheung, Rocio Cogno, Julie Craft, Antoinie Eugene, Thea Glad, Amanda Godreau, Michelle Grepo, Sami Healy, Yahira Hernandez, Jasper Hilgers, Yino Huan, HyoBin Kang, Collin Leix, Katherine Pryor, Rachel Reid, Issey Roquet, Anna Taberko, Aly Tain, Camille Vincent, Pip Williamson, Khylin Woodrow, Rachel Yonda, Taylor Yontz Story: Sarah Beth Morgan Poem: Nirrimi Firebrace Mix by: Hope Brush Strings Producer: Sophie Coran Violin: Shelby Yamin Cello: Nicole Boguslaw Strings Recorded by: Michael Cumming at Treacle Mine Recording Special Thanks: Hornet, Dez Stavracos, Tyler Morgan, Molly Bowman Images: betweenlines.com, Vimeo Read the full article

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HISTORY - OF INTERNATIONAL - MOTHER DAY

Introduction: Every year, the second Sunday in May is celebrated as Mother's Day, a special occasion dedicated to honoring and appreciating the remarkable women who have given us life and shaped our existence. But have you ever wondered about the origins of this global celebration? Join us as we embark on a journey through time to explore the intriguing history of International Mother's Day.

The Roots of Mother's Day: The concept of honoring mothers has ancient roots, dating back to the ancient Greeks and Romans who celebrated festivals dedicated to mother goddesses. These festivities paid homage to maternal figures such as Rhea, Cybele, and Hilaria.

Early Christian Influences: During the early Christian era, a holiday known as "Mothering Sunday" emerged in Europe. It was traditionally observed on the fourth Sunday of Lent and offered an opportunity for people to return to their mother church and spend time with their families. The celebration emphasized the bond between mothers and children, and many people presented gifts to their mothers on this day.

The Influence of Julia Ward Howe: The modern version of Mother's Day can be traced back to the efforts of Julia Ward Howe, an American activist and writer. In 1870, Howe wrote the "Mother's Day Proclamation," calling for the establishment of an annual Mother's Day dedicated to peace and maternal responsibilities. She envisioned it as a day to unite women in their pursuit of world peace.

The Campaign of Anna Jarvis: The person most commonly associated with the establishment of Mother's Day as we know it today is Anna Jarvis. Inspired by her own mother, Ann Reeves Jarvis, who had organized Mother's Day Work Clubs during the Civil War era, Anna began her campaign in the early 1900s. Her goal was to create a day to honor the sacrifices and love of mothers.

Official Recognition and Global Expansion: Anna Jarvis's efforts bore fruit when, in 1914, President Woodrow Wilson officially declared Mother's Day a national holiday in the United States. The celebration quickly gained popularity and spread to other countries, leading to the establishment of International Mother's Day.

Various Traditions Around the World: While Mother's Day is celebrated worldwide, different countries have unique customs and traditions. For example, in the United Kingdom, Mothering Sunday still holds significance, while in many countries, the day is observed with gift-giving, family gatherings, and expressions of love and gratitude.

Commercialization and Controversies: Over time, Mother's Day has become highly commercialized, with the sale of flowers, cards, and gifts reaching staggering numbers. This commercial aspect has been a subject of controversy, with some arguing that the essence of the day has been overshadowed.

Modern-Day Celebrations: Today, Mother's Day serves as a reminder to cherish and honor the women who have played pivotal roles in our lives. It is a day to express our gratitude, spend quality time with our mothers, and acknowledge their immeasurable contributions.

Conclusion: International Mother's Day is a celebration that traces its roots to ancient times and has evolved over centuries. From its humble beginnings as a call for peace and unity to its present-day celebration of maternal love, this holiday stands as a testament to the enduring bond between mothers and their children. As we commemorate Mother's Day each year, let us remember the history behind this significant occasion and cherish the remarkable women who have nurtured us with their love and care.

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20 QUOTES THAT EVERY LEADER NEEDS TO LIVE BY

Leadership is one of the most important skills that a person can possess. A great leader can inspire people to achieve great things, and help them grow as individuals. In order to be a successful leader, you need to have a set of guiding principles that you live by. Here are 20 quotes that will help you become a better leader!

“Leadership is about making others better as a result of your presence and making sure that impact lasts in your absence.” – Sheryl Sandberg

“If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more, you are a leader.” – John Quincy Adams

“Leaders think and talk about the solutions. Followers think and talk about the problems.” – Brian Tracy

“A leader is one who knows the way, goes the way, and shows the way.” – John C. Maxwell

“The best leaders are those most interested in surrounding themselves with assistants and associates smarter than they are. They are frank in admitting this and are willing to pay for such talents.” – Colin Powell

“Leadership is the art of getting someone else to do something you want done because he wants to do it.” – Dwight Eisenhower

“Leadership is the capacity to translate vision into reality.” – Warren Bennis

“The task of the leader is to get his people from where they are to where they have not been.” – Henry Kissinger

“Leadership does not always wear the harness of compromise.” – Woodrow Wilson

“The challenge of leadership is to be strong, but not rude; be kind, but not weak; be bold, but not bully; be thoughtful, but not lazy; be humble, but not timid; be proud, but not arrogant; have humor, but without folly.” – Jim Rohn

“The leader has to be practical and a realist, yet must talk the language of the visionary and the idealist.” – Eric Hoffer

“Leadership is not about titles, positions or flowcharts. It is about one life influencing another.” – John C. Maxwell

“Leadership is lifting a person’s vision to high sights, the raising of a person’s performance to a higher standard, the building of a personality beyond its normal limitations.” – Peter Drucker

“The first responsibility of a leader is to define reality. The last is to say thank you. In between, the leader is a servant.” – Max DePree

“To do great things is difficult; but to command great things is more difficult.” – Friedrich Nietzsche

16. “Leadership is the art of getting someone else to do something you want done because he wants to do it.” – Dwight Eisenhower

“A leader is best when people barely know he exists, when his work is done, his aim fulfilled, they will say: we did it ourselves.” – Lao Tzu

“Leadership is the ability to get extraordinary achievement from ordinary people.” – Brian Tracy

“The key to successful leadership today is influence, not authority.” – Kenneth Blanchard

“Don’t tell people how to do things, tell them what to do and let them surprise you with their results.” – George S. Patton

Leaders should always strive to live by these words of wisdom in order to become better leaders. By taking the time to reflect on these quotes, they can grow and develop in their leadership roles. Hopefully, these quotes will help you become the best leader you can be!

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This is one of my favorite verses from the Bible. It goes along with all the sayings about the company we keep. Woodrow Wilson said “your enlightenment depends on the company you keep.” The people you surround yourself with will determine who you are in life.

My days as a Husker are a great example. I was part of the program when it was at its peak. Tom Osborne era, National Championships, 9-win seasons. I remember being a walk-on and having the opportunity to be a part of summer workouts with the team right after graduation.

I showed up for the first workout and was blown away. The energy on that team was phenomenal . The leadership within the players was crazy. Grant Wistrom, Jason Peters, Jared Tomich and Chad Kelsay were the main drivers. Iron monsters pushing the rest of us to work harder and be better. They were the iron sharpening iron that led to Osborne’s 3rd national championship.

If you truly want to have continued growth in your life, you have to find the iron to sharpen yourself. You have to find the people that are not going to make it easier for you, but add friction so that you do become razor sharp.

I don’t want to be the smartest in the room, but I want to ask the most questions. I don’t want to be the strongest guy in the gym, I want to set my sights on the next bigger guy to push myself to that level.

I love my job at Talent Plus because it is stacked with smart, intelligent and wise people who have a drive to share their knowledge and make other businesses and people better. I’m challenged every day. I’m humbled every day and I love it.

For the last two or three years, I’ve been a part of a small group of men (3 of us now) who are working on our faith. We read bible plans on the Bible app and leave comments about what we read. We meet once a month or so and talk about it. We are sharpening each other’s faith as well as how to be better, stronger men.

Iron sharpens iron only when there is friction. Real friends are there to tell you the truth even when it's painful and uncomfortable. If you want to be the best you can be…find the people that will push you, but when you do, remember to be their iron as well.

The book of Proverbs is a self-help book in itself filled with guiding tips on how to be a better person, be successful and live a much happier life. Whether you are religious, spiritual or about self improvement…I recommend reading it.