Thick Witch Travels | Book 2 of The Thirteen States | ARC Review – A Dance With Books
I read Fat Witch Summer last year and I really liked it. So when I was offered the arc of the sequel, I hopped at the chance.| A Dance With Books
I read Fat Witch Summer last year and I really liked it. So when I was offered the arc of the sequel, I hopped at the chance.| A Dance With Books
There's something profoundly damaging happening in our social circles, and most of us don't even realize it. We’re holding onto friendships that stopped nourishing us years ago, clinging to connections that drain rather than energize....| A Conscious Rethink
Once upon a time, making friends was as simple as sharing your crayons or bonding over terrible lectures at college. But once you hit midlife, those days are long gone. If you're wondering why your...| A Conscious Rethink
If we were having coffee…or even a cup of tea…we would say how nice it is to catch up again over a cup of Earl Grey. If we were having coffee…or even a cup of tea….we would …| Thistles and Kiwis
Five fun things this week.… Continue reading →| Natalie the Explorer
Quality time with family, friendship, self care and adventures.| Natalie the Explorer
In his memoir/manifesto, the author suggests the close relationships we make with peers shape our lives| New Statesman
"Her joy in thinking and observing, in the vagaries of the emotions, in the pleasures of friendship, and in the pursuit of love, are all vividly present in her very first, utterly delightful novel."| Writers Review
The following may come as a shock to some, less so to others, but after bouncing around in the blogosphere since 2004 I’m ending The Spectacled Bean, an almost 15 year old blog*. I feel it is time for me, a free spirit, to move on. I need a change of scenery. Something simple and … Continue reading And Then It Was Time For Me To Say Goodbye| THE SPECTACLED BEAN
The human world is full of headlines about people who can’t get along—and sometimes peace and harmony seem impossible. Thankfully, a cute animal story from Australia can remind us there’s another way. A few weeks ago, Steve Lamplough found two creatures from opposite corners of the animal kingdom bonding in his backyard. While at home […] The post Man is Shocked to Find His Dog Giving a Baby Koala a Piggyback Ride appeared first on Good News Network.| Good News Network
A Canadian dog-lover has gotten to learn all over again why they call the animal Man’s best friend after his own brave pooch deterred a bear attack. On a familiar trail in Cochrane, near Calgary, Craig Campbell was on a walk with his dog, a 10-year-old Doberman named Night. It was a trail he had […] The post Man’s Best Friend Recognized as Dog of the Year For Saving Him from a Bear Attack appeared first on Good News Network.| Good News Network
Do you want the Internet to be an extension of your existing offline relationships, or to be separate from your offline life? I think these are two totally different modes for using the Internet, and most people are in the first group. I’ve found my relationships are healthier when I keep my offline-first relationships offline (e.g. […]| Tracy Durnell's Mind Garden
Page count: 368 pages Rating: 4.5 stars StoryGraph Easy Reading Challenge 25: A book with two authors Jess Davis is a single mom who tries t...| kingmagu.blogspot.com
Page count: 496 pagesRating: 4 stars| Malin's Blog of Books
Page count: 360 pagesRating: 4 stars| Malin's Blog of Books
He met with leaders, but Nelson’s legacy was in names, small flocks, and comfort that made the forgotten feel seen. The post Russell M. Nelson: Guiding the World, Remembering the One appeared first on Public Square Magazine.| Public Square Magazine
Some mornings the mirror is a customs agent. Papers, please. I present a face I didn't consciously choose and a biography I didn't audition for. Born into a longitude, assigned to a specific moment in history, stamped by the weather of a family system. Our personal this-ness is a miracle that also feels like a prank: here's your DNA, here's your surname, here's your destiny. Good luck.| BEEW
Coming Wednesday October 1st| BEEW
When World War II ended, the guns and tanks fell silent but the devastation was total. Europe lay in ruins. Warsaw and Stalingrad were obliterated. I...| BEEW
“When you sing your sad songs, I will learn the words and sing along.” – Ellie Holcomb There are a thousand things we should have learned in school but didn’t. Here I’ll name six:1 – How to be a true leader2 – How to handle fame and attention Musicians, high school quarterbacks, pastors, award winners, […] The post 6 Things We Never Learned in School (But Should Have) appeared first on Emily P. Freeman.| Emily P. Freeman
Trump derangement syndrome shouldn’t get in the way of facts.| The American Conservative
I turn 42 this week. The number makes me think of a few things offhand: Jackie Robinson’s jersey number; a dominoes game I don’t know much about (my family are Chicken Foot people); and that line f…| cakes, tea and dreams
In his mystical book The Hidden Words, Baha’u’llah confirmed that the Creator loves us all with an immensity that we cannot comprehend: “I loved thy creation, hence I created thee.”... The post The 5 Love Languages – and Loving Our Creator appeared first on BahaiTeachings.org.| - BahaiTeachings.org
In early September, the renowned French philosopher Didier Eribon visited Nova Gorica for the Mesto knjige festival. In his youth, he wrote about French intellectual...| Disenz
Friendship is not about categories. Trans women thrive with cis, trans, and male friends alike; genuine bonds grow from kindness and care.| TransVitae
As many of you know, my dear friend and fellow blogger, Neil Reid, left us last November. Today would have been his 78th birthday. In honor of his kind heart and beautiful writing, I’d like to shar…| Bridgette Tales
Listen & Subscribe on iTunes/Apple Podcasts Listen & Subscribe on Spotify Listen & Subscribe Stitcher. Listen & Subscribe Google. Listen & Subscribe PlayerFM. “I didn’t find a single formula that worked for navigating midlife. What I found instead was this impulse to sit in each disrupted space, fully and clearly, and to feel everything I […]| Terri Cole
"I also am usually scrolling ig on public transportation and it's just shocking to suddenly see a butt close up." The post ‘I’m in Someone’s Close Friends List and Don’t Like It’ appeared first on Autostraddle.| Autostraddle
Laurie and Spencer talk to Colin Miller and Tyler Hambley, who trace their path to the Church through the practices of Catholic Workers: praying daily, sharing meals, and opening their homes to the homeless. Now in Minneapolis–Saint Paul, they live family-to-family alongside formerly homeless men and teach through the Center for Catholic Social Thought. They argue for “thick” Christian community over thin, optional social ties.| The Maurin Academy for Regenerative Studies
In this episode, Colin Miller and Tyler Hambly trace their path from Anglican clergy to the Catholic Church through the concrete practices of the Catholic Worker: praying daily, sharing meals, and opening their homes to unhoused neighbors. What began as the Daily Office in Durham became a life of works of mercy that made them “Catholic before they knew it,” later confirmed by Newman and Augustine. Now in Minneapolis–Saint Paul, they live family-to-family alongside formerly homeless men ...| The Maurin Academy for Regenerative Studies
Most of us have people in our lives whom we appreciate and respect as great friends, and others who aren’t exactly the best of companions. They might be fun to hang out with, or we have a long-standing rapport since we’ve known them for years, but that doesn’t mean we can count on them. Furthermore,Read More| A Conscious Rethink
Article Summary: Many people get so busy that they neglect their friendships—only to regret it later. Strong friendships don’t happen by accident. This article offers a quick friendship checkup tool, plus 11 ways to nurture deeper connection with your friends. +++ How are your relationships with your friends? The quality of your friendships can have ... Read more The post Check in on Your Friendships: A Quick Checkup appeared first on GREGG VANOUREK.| GREGG VANOUREK
The Climb begins with a deliciously funny nine-minute single take, as best friends Mikey (Michael Angelo Covino) and Kyle (Kyle Marvin) cycle up a steep hill in France. As Kyle waxes poetic about the wonderful woman he’s about to marry, Mikey cuts him off and confesses that he has been sleeping with that same woman…| Fort Worth Weekly
As I near my mid-30s, I’ve noticed my circle of friends has significantly shrunk compared to my 20s. Over time, the wonderful people who were once my go-tos for weekend trips and late-night adventures either moved away, got married, had babies (or some combination of the three). I’ve had my own growth, too: I relocated […]| The Dagmar Perspective
It's been a busy week since I've been home, with doc appointments almost every day. And the rest of the time? Bringing my house up to "code" -- it's amazing how many spiders start webbing when you aren't there for a huge chunk of time! And, a groundhog has dug two holes under the house. Now looking for a compassionate way to get him to leave!| The Marmelade Gypsy
On Facebook the other day, I saw this quote posted by Andrea Sigler on “Word Porn,” I am unable to find the author of this quote but it has been used many times on other sites. I found …| joyful2beeblogs
When I last wrote on this blog, a little over a month ago, I promised I’d return mid-September for our monthly What’s On Your Bookshelf post. And that’s partially true. I’m back—but this time to sa…| Retirement Reflections
It was such a privilege to work with my poetry mentor, David. I hope you guys enjoy our collaboration, as much as we enjoyed exchanging verses. Click the link below to read the poem. Happy Tuesday…| Helping You To Succeed
“Thanks for meeting on short notice.” Molly looked down at her shoes as she spoke. “I just need to talk. I have this struggle. I think—well, I like girls. I think I’m gay.” Tender confessions like these about same-sex attraction are happening more and more in the church. As younger generations come of age, LGBTQ+... The post Being a Sister to Women Struggling with Same-Sex Attraction appeared first on Harvest USA.| Harvest USA
The Off-Season WLC Skill Practices are mini-challenges intended to help you fine-tune different aspects of your health and wellness. Offered between Challenges, these weekly practices address fitness, nutrition, stress reduction, productivity, and personal connection — because health is about far more than food and the gym (and we could all use a little practice) This Week, Take Time Each Day to Connect with a Friend Simple Instructions: Each day this week, reach out to a friend. … The po...| Whole Life Challenge
I’m an introvert. I don’t like fairs, carnivals, airports, or malls. I don’t particularly like loud, overcrowded, sweaty fitness classes, which is ironic considering I’ve taught thousands of them. But despite my personal preference for a low-key vibe, group fitness environments can provide the extra motivation and accountability some people need to thrive. One thing I have learned over and over again, as both a student and a coach, is that when it comes to reaching and staying at your...| Whole Life Challenge
This piece is an update and follow up to my August 26th piece, Looking Sideways: Comments on Markets, Mimetics and the Madness of Crowds.| BEEW
Several months back, I posted the following to the BEEW : Thiel, as he often does, was referencing his late mentor work on desire. We don't inv...| BEEW
It’s reasonable to share in the pain of a friend in need. But sharing in the joy of a friend’s success? That’s harder.| The Persistent
It's been a good weekend, albeit one that turned out quite differently than I had anticipated. I was under the impression that two friends from separate groups were going to visit me this weekend, so I held space in my calendar to accommodate them and declined other plans. One friend let me know on Saturday evening that they wouldn't be able to hang out; the other still hasn't said anything since they confirmed their desire to meet up on Friday night. I get that plans change and that sometime...| yours, tiramisu
To new subscribers—welcome to On the Commons! To those of you who’ve been around a while, welcome back! I recently wrote an essay for Psyche/Aeon’s “one thing that changed me” series that…| Antonia Malchik
Discover 45 friendship images with quotes—funny, cute, and heartfelt. Perfect for sharing love, laughter, and emotional connection online.| LittleNivi.Com
The desire to watch Wolf’s Rain again has finally borne fruit. Those of you who have not seen this stunning masterpiece (I almost said flawless, but it does contain four recap episodes in a row) ar…| Medieval Otaku
If you're dating a girl, So check these Signs That You Have A Great Girlfriend- great listener, truthful, a good supporter, Aware of her value, and many more| Next Mashup
The book was published in 2015. It came to my attention in 2019 or 2021 but I did not bother picking it up because I thought it was a teen kind of book, thanks to ‘love’ in the title. I…| Eúnoia
I talked on the phone for roughly 8.5 hours this weekend, partially due to an unexpected 6.5 hour drive where I decided to pretend I wasn’t an introvert and dialed people at random. I ended u…| agm
Swapping laptops at coffee shops, asking for ideas, sending emails and texts and voice notes are essential to my art| Electric Literature
by Desiree Shapiro, MD COVID-19 has affected all of our lives and challenged us in various ways. How do we support one another and cultivate our resilience amidst the chaos? Here are three C’s to consider incorporating into your daily routine and sharing with your children and family today. Compassion This is a time to…| Rady Children's Health
This is not the first time I’m moving house or country (I stopped counting after the 20th move or so, although not all of them were international moves). But it’s been nine years since my last major move, and the only one that I blogged about. So here are some links to the summer of … Continue reading Remembering a Previous Move| findingtimetowrite
The post reflects on a busy summer for the crew in various cities, highlighting fundraising efforts for affected sex workers, the search for missing comrade Nona, and community gatherings. Future projects include establishing a Chicago Whores Caucus and support for sex-working parents. The importance of community connection and addressing stress is emphasized throughout.| Support Ho(s)e
It’s well known that travelling from one country to another isn’t always easy; depending on the agreement between the two countries or current qualifications, some countries may require…| VOICES
Happy Birthday, best friend! I hope you enjoy your special day to the fullest. Sending you an abundance of love this birthday, bestie. Happy birthday to the most amazing person I know! May your birthday be filled with joy, love, and laughter. Unique Birthday Messages for a Friend Every birthday is a stepping stone to […]| Dreams Quote
Page count: 474 pagesAudio book length: 15 hrs 53 minutes| Malin's Blog of Books
Page count: 480 pagesRating: 4.5 stars| Malin's Blog of Books
Page count: 383 pagesRating: 3.5 stars| Malin's Blog of Books
July has been full, fast, and hot. Amid work events, several heat waves and some fabulous theater, here’s what I have been reading: Great Big Beautiful Life, Emily HenryI like Henry’s rom-com…| cakes, tea and dreams
People at the Outing Continue Reading Awe of Nature| Voice & Vision, Inc.
The Jan Johansen Gallery at Rumriver Art Center is proudly presents: Designing Women. Discover this compelling mixed-media exhibition by artists Cherene Bebeau, Merry Conway, and Christine Tauer. These three women met through Rumriver Art Center. Together they developed not only unique personal styles, but deep friendships that shapes and inspires their work.| Rumriver Art Center
Get ready for a virtual book tour featuring Sparking Peace, the groundbreaking picture book that shows children how conflict can bloom into friendship.| The Children's Book Review
Featured image: Big Moon Hug by Jerry Kirk Short Sweet Life The little girls... The post Short Sweet Life appeared first on BOOKPLACES.| BOOKPLACES
Hello lovelies,it's Day 3 of the My Favorite Things December Release Spotlight and we continue to share more inspiration with the new products.| Little Butterfly Creations
Hi everyone,we're reviewing the awesome new products of the My Favorite Things December Release. Please visit the MFT Blog for another round of DT inspiration.| Little Butterfly Creations
"So much depends on the juxtaposition, and what I want the reader to think, wonder, predict or piece together at any one point."| Writers Review
By Victoria Evans, Searchroom Archivist IIn the first part, I delved into the all-important context behind the Auxiliary Territorial Service (ATS) and what other related treasures can be found in our archive. If you didn’t catch it you can read it here. In this second and final part, I will be sharing the more personal…Continue reading ➞ The Auxiliary Territorial Service in West Sussex – Part Two| West Sussex Record Office
CBS Elementary centers on a close friendship between a man and a woman that accomplishes something unique: it stays that way. More than that, it tells the story of the evolution of their relationship from initial animosity to collaboration to exceptional intimacy, to the point of treating each other as the most important person in their lives, all while keeping sex and romance out of it.| The Ace Theist
One network, with which many of my readers are familiar, is Facebook. At its core, Facebook is a network (graph) of users (nodes) connected by friendships (edges). Each user exists and experiences content within the confines of their Facebook subgraph, the portion of the network consisting of their friends. When analyzed properly, an individual’s friendship network paints a historical picture of his or her social engagement. Here I’ve created my Facebook friendship network …| Satoshi Village
At the beginning of June, Jon drove up to visit Tim in Kansas City. They ate junk food, went kayaking, and watched a ton of movies — male friendship at its finest. They also recorded a live podcast from Tim's dining room table where they talked about a movie called... Friendship.| Cinema Faith
“Friendship: Writing Art Histories in Relation”: ARTMargins Workshop at UC Berkeley, November 7, 2025 This ARTMargins Workshop focuses on the notion and practice of “friendship” and related questions about elective affinity and difference in contexts of anti-colonial struggle, decolonization, and ambivalent participation in global circulation. To invoke “friends” in a global art history can be to emphasize the intersubjective dependencies of artists, to trace art worlds of materia...| ARTMargins Online
Summer break. Just the phrase makes you think of sunshine, spontaneous plans, and long, lazy afternoons. For many students, especially international ones in the UK, summer is a welcome pause during the fast-paced year. It’s tempting to either fill it with productivity goals or completely unplug and disconnect. But what... The post How to: Use Your Summer For Personal Growth first appeared on International Students House.| International Students House
YCD Multimedia's Carrie Garcia shares how friendships in the AV industry go beyond borders — even spanning the galaxy.| Commercial Integrator
Happy and Peaceful Eikas to all! Every month on or around the 20th, members of the Society of Friends of Epicurus gather in memory of the two main founders of our School, Epicurus of Samos and Metrodorus of Lampsacus. But while most students of philosophy have at least a basic familiarity with the first founder, […]| Society of Friends of Epicurus
Happy Jul’ Eikas and Merry Moon Landing!| Society of Friends of Epicurus
One of my most anticipated releases of the year. I’ve been reading Sunbolt from when it was self-published, and I am happy to see that this series and its author are gaining so much more atte…| A Dance With Books
Inspirational quotes for friends can uplift spirits, celebrate bonds, and offer encouragement. Some great examples include: “Life is an adventure best shared with a best friend”, “Friends are the family you choose”, and “The best friend is the one who brings out the best in you”. These quotes highlight the value of friendship, the joy of shared experiences, and the positive influence friends can have on each other.| Tiny Positive
Time moves incessantly ambles as we stroll rolls as we revel cascades in times of joyturning, flowing, always forward. Time separates, even while moving forward.Distance added to time.Friends diverge to their own paths amble, roll, cascade.But true friendship transcends time.… Continue reading →| lillian the home poet
Page count: 432 pagesRating: 5 stars| Malin's Blog of Books
Page count: 320 pagesAudio book length: 11 hrs 15 mins| Malin's Blog of Books
Adult friendships offer a kind of freedom and support that our romantic or work partnerships can’t. This is how I keep my friendships strong.| Wit & Delight | Designing a Life Well-Lived
The best albums, EPs, mixtapes, and songs I've heard this year. And some of the worst.| Chasing Sundays
My friend Ed Shaw is publishing an important book this week, addressing an issue which is a key issue in contemporary culture. The Intimacy Deficit is published by IVP on Thursday, and you can get a 20% discount using the code INTIMACY20 on the IVP website if you order today, before 19th June. I interviewed Ed| Psephizo
Having fun finding beautiful things in Toronto.| Natalie the Explorer
Finding your people is hard — period.| IntrovertDear.com
To C. S. Lewis, Friendship is an obvious love, even if it seems to be unnecessary. He says Friendship has fallen by the wayside in modern times. Lewis believes the foundation of Friendship is not the avoidance of loneliness. Rather, it is the recognition of shared truth. In the Friendship chapter of The Four Loves, Lewis asserts, “Without Eros none of us would have been begotten and without Affection none of us would have been reared; but we can live... Read more »| Pondering Principles
Spencer and Laurie talk to Catholic Worker Renée Roden about her experiences in the Catholic Worker movement and what she is doing now as she transitions to a new community. She also discusses the upcoming Peter Maurin Conference in Chicago: Sept. https://www.stgregoryhall.org/maurin.html| The Maurin Academy for Regenerative Studies
Written by Melanie Heyworth We know from a variety of research that Autistic individuals seek social connection, and often connect […] The post Autistic Social Skills: Understanding Organic Autistic Experiences of Connection and Friendship appeared first on Reframing Autism.| Reframing Autism
Autistic individuals often approach communication differently from non-autistic individuals, both in how they express themselves and how they interpret others. […] The post How to Communicate Effectively and Respectfully with Autistic Individuals appeared first on Reframing Autism.| Reframing Autism
Yesterday marked the 50th anniversary of the Church of St. Nizier occupation in Lyon, where marginalized sex workers demanded justice and safety. Initiating International Whores' Day, the event influenced public narratives and reduced violence. Celebrations in Chicago and Austin emphasize community support and mutual aid, while NYC advocates for decriminalization laws to protect sex workers.| Support Ho(s)e
The best advice can sometimes come from a stranger at the bathroom sink.| Jenny
One day each spring, volunteers around Wisconsin get up at dawn to participate in the International Crane Foundation's Annual Midwest Crane Count. For some people, it's a chance for some people to connect with friends.| Wisconsin Life
What are my priorities? I am a grandmother, called Nana by my granddaughters, which makes me smile. I ask myself, how much of my life do I want to shape around theirs? I grew up with my Nana living…| Stories I Tell Myself
Short Instagram Captions About Best Friends. Strong friendships sit at the top of that pyramid, often acting as a safe space where we can be who we truly are. They say actions speak louder than words. Share these best friend quotes with your bestie in an Instagram post or kind note. From funny to sentimental,… Read More »100 Best Friendship Quotes – Short Quotes About True Friends| Tiny Positive
Discover why adult friendships are often undervalued, how loneliness affects wellbeing, and see our 5 tips for better social connection.| Psychologies
We want to share some ideas with you as you get ready to go back to school! As summer winds down and you prepare to head back to school, we wanted to share some ideas with you that we think you will find helpful whether at home or in your classroom. Calming nerves with a […]| Teach Preschool
The post emphasizes the importance of community and organization for survival during challenging times, particularly for marginalized groups like sex workers. It highlights various initiatives supporting political prisoners, storytelling projects, a new boutique for sex workers, and upcoming community events focused on mutual aid and empowerment.| Support Ho(s)e
