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Teaching and Study helps for the Doctrine and Covenants 60-63 lesson in the Come Follow Me manual. This video will give you ideas and insights on how to teach Christ and Scripture Centered gospel lessons with more relevancy and power. These insights coincide with the lesson for June 9-June 15 in the Come Follow Me manual. Principles include: Traveling Truths, Dangerous Waters, Principle Hunt, and more.This episode is longer because it combines the former insight episodes from sections 60-62 and section 63.Link to "Inviting Others to Come Unto Christ" Video: Inviting Others to "Come and See" Link to "Blessed and Happy are Those That Keep the Commandments of God" Video: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/media/video/2016-09-0009-blessed-and-happy-are-those-who-keep-the-commandments-of-god?lang=eng To purchase the Doctrine and Covenants Bundle Subscription, click here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/TeachingWithPower You can reach me by email at teachingwithpower@gmail.com Music Provided by Youtube Audio Library. Track Name: Dancing Star. https://teachingwithpower.wixsite.com/teachingwithpower IMAGES USED:DALL-E AI images have been used in the production of some of the illustrations used in this video. Story Illustration pictures from Bible illustrations provided by Sweet Publishing, http://sweetpublishing.com, and issued under Creative Commons 3.0 Share Alike Unported License. All other pictures are listed in the Public Domain Disclaimer: I alone am responsible for the content of these videos. The opinions in them are mine. They represent my ideas and insights and do not reflect the official position of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Recorded - 2/22/2025On Episode 310 of the Almost Sideways Movie Podcast, we dive into the upcoming Oscars! Who will win each award? Who should win each award? Who could've been nominated for each award? We break it all down before the Oscars this upcoming Sunday! Be sure to enter the 17th Annual Almost Sideways Oscar Challenge!!! Here are the highlights:What We've Been Watching(10:20) Todd Liotta Review: "Dangerous Waters"(13:20) Zach Review: "Waiting to Exhale"(17:10) Terry Reviews: "Syriana" (Oscar watch) & "Captain America: Brave New World"(30:00) Featured Review: "The Monkey"2025 OSCAR PREVIEW(44:30) Animated, International, Documentary, Score, Song(1:15:00) Makeup & Hairstyling, Visual Effects, Editing, Sound, Costumes(1:39:20) Production Design, Cinematography, Adapted & Original Screenplay, Director(2:07:00) Supporting Actress & Actor, Lead Actress & Actor, Picture(2:35:00) Quote of the DaySign up for the 17th Annual Almost Sideways Oscar Challenge: https://forms.gle/fDUpZHqnLxNC5N5a7Find AlmostSideways everywhere!Websitealmostsideways.comFacebookhttps://www.facebook.com/AlmostSidewayscom-130953353614569/AlmostSideways Twitter: @almostsidewaysTerry's Twitter: @almostsideterryZach's Twitter: @pro_zach36Todd: Too Cool for TwitterAdam's Twitter: @adamsidewaysApple Podcastshttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/almostsideways-podcast/id1270959022Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/7oVcx7Y9U2Bj2dhTECzZ4m YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfEoLqGyjn9M5Mr8umWiktA/featured?view_as=subscriber
We are padding out our episodes as we want to release our 300th podcast with the Phantom's birthday. This will be 299B where we discuss the latest comics from around the world including Australia, USA, Sweden and Germany. Unfortunately due to the Frew 2025 Annual being delayed, we will be doing a 299C episode in a weeks time for the annual. We may have stolen the A and B issues from Frew but never had a C issue lol.If your one of the phans who can only listen to some parts of the podcast, below is a timeline of what we discussed.Australia (Frew Comics)Frew #1986: 6 Mins"The Breakout" by Tony DePaul and Mike Manley"Dungeons Undone" by Tony DePaul and Mike Manley"The Journey Home" by Tony DePaul, Mike Manley, Bret Blevins and Jeff WeigelFrew #1987: 22 Mins"The Island of Rada Mandi" by unknown Fratelli Spada creator, Giorgio Cambiotti and Lamberto Lombardi"A Madman in the Jungle" (Prose Story) by unknown Fratelli Spada creator"The Disappearance of Karina" by unknown Fratelli Spada creator, Giorgio Cambiotti and Lamberto Lombardi"The Flood" (Prose Story) by unknown Fratelli Spada creatorUSA (Mad Cave Studios)Defenders of the Earth #4: 47 Mins“Whiplash” by Dan DiDio and Jim CalafioreSweden (Fantomen)Fantomen 25&26-2024: 57 Mins"Resan hem" ("The Journey Home") by Tony DePaul, Mike Manley, Bret Blevins and Jeff Weigel"Tågligan" ("The Train Gang") by Donne Avenell and César Spadari"Mörkrets väktare" ("Guardian of the Eastern Dark") by Lee Falk and Sy BarryGermany (Zauberstern and Zack)Zauberstern #16: 1 Hour, 2 Mins"Gefahr in der verbotenen Stadt Teil 3" ("Duel in the Skies") by Peter David and Sal Velluto"Gefahr in der verbotenen Stadt Teil 4" ("Free Fall") by Peter David and Sal Velluto"Python schlägt zu" ("Justice for the Python") by Tony DePaul and Paul Ryan"Insel des Grauens" ("Crocco Island West") by Tony DePaul and Paul RyanPhantom Spezial #1: 1 Hour, 6 Mins"Woduros Geheimnis" ("Woduro's Secret") by Claes Reimerthi and Graham Nolan"Das Löwenkopfäffchen" ("The Lion's Head Tamarine") by Claes Reimerthi and Graham NolanZack #1: 1 Hour, 9 Mins"Die verschwundenen Base Jumper" ("Captured from Above") by Bernd Frenz and Janusz Ordon"Gefährliche Wasser" ("Dangerous Waters") by Bernd Frenz and Janusz OrdonYou can email us at chroniclechamber@gmail.com or chat with us via our social media profiles with your feedback at Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review. Support the show
Former hedge fund manager Felix Zulauf, founder and president of Zulauf Consulting, returns to The Julia La Roche Show for episode 220 for his annual outlook interview to discuss why U.S. stocks are in a bubble and what could break it. In this wide-ranging conversation, Zulauf explains why watching the Japanese yen is critical for understanding when global liquidity might dry up, warns that AI stocks could fall 50-70% when the bubble bursts, and shares his view that 2025 will be a "mini version" of the decade's roller coaster ride for markets. He also discusses why Trump's proposed tariffs could create significant economic headwinds, explores why Europe and China face structural challenges, and outlines his targets for Bitcoin ($115,000-$130,000) before a potential 80% correction. https://www.felixzulauf.com/ 0:00 Welcome back Felix Zulauf 00:50 Macro picture 03:47 China's structural challenges 06:14 Germany and Europe's structural malaise 09:36 US labor market dynamics 12:46 Impact of government spending cuts and tariffs 16:30 US stock market bubble discussion 21:14 Global liquidity and Japanese yen dynamics 25:14 Market bubble indicators and timing 28:39 Decennial pattern analysis 32:36 Discussion of inflation dynamics 36:36 Bond market paradigm shift 41:20 Commodity sector leadership outlook 45:21 Trade war risks and historical parallels 48:56 Gold and Bitcoin outlook 51:20 Financial system stability concerns https://www.felixzulauf.com/
In the Pact for the Future UN Member States pledged to do more to fight the climate crisis, a subject that has dominated several sessions at UN Headquarters this week.On Thursday's episode of Focus on the Future, Conor Lennon and Sachin Gaur discuss some of the big climate-related events, including a General Assembly meeting on sea level rise.The rate of sea level rise has more than doubled over the last three decades, causing havoc in low-lying and small island developing countries, driving populations away from their homes. The leaders of some of the most affected nations speak out.Music by Joachim Harris, all rights reservedLINKSOur email: thelidison@un.orgHigh-Level Meeting on Sea Level Rise | General Assembly of the United NationsUN Future LabUN Web TVWhat to expect at the United Nations general debate | UN NewsGA Debate pageSDG LoungeSDG Media Zone
German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius' trip to the Asia-Pacific region in recent days shows that the region is becoming increasingly important for Germany and Europe. The trip took place against the backdrop of growing tensions in the region, particularly in the South China Sea. Beijing's claims in the waters are far reaching and cover nearly 90 percent of the area. This claim is mostly based on its use in history by Chinese fishermen – and not supported by international law. Other countries bordering the South China Sea, like Brunei, Malaysia, the Philippines, Taiwan and Vietnam, also lay claim to parts of the same area. The waters of the South China Sea are vitally important for international trade and rich in natural resources – oil and gas fields are suspected to lie underground – and fishing grounds. Yet, the failure to find a mode of cooperation has precluded the extraction of resources and put in question the safety of the region for commercial shipping.In this episode, MERICS Lead Analyst Helena Legarda and podcast host Johannes Heller-John talk about recent developments in the region. This episode was recorded on July 17, 2024.For more on the topic, check out the recent edition of our MERICS China Security and Risk Tracker. This podcast episode is part of the “Dealing with a Resurgent China” (DWARC) project, which has received funding from the European Union's Horizon Europe research and innovation programme under grant agreement number 101061700.Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union. Neither the European Union nor the granting authority can be held responsible for them.
St. Vincent's mayor Verna Hayward is worried that whale watchers are ignoring signs about the water hazards in the town + Cassie Stymiest of Educational Passages says after 69 days on the Atlantic, the Raven KASTER miniboat has made landfall in Southern Europe.
Houthi attacks on shipping have thrown global supply lines into turmoil, and led 20 countries to intervene militarily. But the Red Sea logistics crisis is just the latest in series of shocks to the world trade system, from the Pandemic to Ukraine and beyond. What does it mean when any pirate with a missile and a TikTok account can hold domestic supplies to ransom? And who wants to take advantage? Emma Beals speaks to Elisabeth Braw – senior fellow with the Atlantic Council's Transatlantic Security Initiative – and Bruce Jones, senior fellow at the Brookings Institute, to discover the new conflict on the High Seas. Support This Is Not A Drill on Patreon to get early episodes, merchandise and more. Written and presented by Emma Beals. Produced by Robin Leeburn. Original theme music by Paul Hartnoll – https://www.orbitalofficial.com. Executive Producer Martin Bojtos. Group Editor Andrew Harrison. This Is Not A Drill is a Podmasters production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Love in Dangerous Waters.In 4 parts, by RachaelJane. Listen to the Podcast at Steamy Stories.Serf Jasmine seeks her freedom by entering the Argonaut.Chapter 1: The next stepThe domed city of Argon is a marvel of engineering created in the dying days of the old regimes. Uninterrupted wars; the plundering of rapidly diminishing resources; and extreme weather events, had reduced most of the planet’s population to little more than scavengers and refugees, dependent on the largesse of the privileged few who controlled most of the Earth’s remaining wealth and resources. The ideas of democracy and freedom had been swept away by the unstoppable return of the medieval concept of feudalism. The wealthy elite became the new aristocracy, while the bulk of the population was reduced to modern day serfs; indentured to their local overlord from cradle to grave.History doesn’t record exactly when the planet’s ruling elites decided to create huge domed cities like Argon. Possibly the domed cities simply evolved as the ravages of war, and the uncontrollable elements, destroyed wide swathes of land. Floods and wild fires herded those with the wealth and ability to move into defensible towns and cities. Those who lacked the means were abandoned to their fate. Hundreds of millions died. Taxes were directed solely towards protecting the new centers of population. Many old and famous towns and cities were left to the elements, or to the marauding armies who lived off the misery of others. Within a few decades, there was little trace of the old world. Even the rogue armies finally disbanded when it became too difficult to find food and supplies to service their rapacious needs.We’re told that Argon is typical of the domed cities scattered around what is left of the inhabited world. Argon’s large central city houses about eighty thousand people. Access to the domed part of the city is strictly controlled, and no serf is allowed into the central city without a special permit. To live inside the domed center requires wealth far beyond most people’s imagination. No city citizen ever dirties their hands doing menial tasks. Consequently, in order to service the needs of the new elite, nearly two hundred thousand people commute daily into the city from one of sixteen outer settlements. Most of the commuters are serfs who have purchased short term freedom from their settlement overlord. The commuting workforce provide all the essential services that keep the city operating from day to day. Laborers and house servants are in great demand, along with those who provide personal services ranging from hairdressing to sexual services.Despite the strict rules that control our lives, we are generally a happy population, or so I am lead to believe. Our rulers constantly remind us that these days we have a steady supply of food, and that most settlements now boast their own medical center, albeit with unqualified medics and very few drugs or medicines. New laws limiting a serf’s work hours to only sixty hours a week mean that we have more leisure time. None of this existed until as recently as eight years ago. I can remember the days when my family went without meals, and my parents’ reliance on dubious folklore remedies for dealing with ailments.The strictures of modern day serfdom prohibit those living in the settlements from obtaining jobs in the central city without compensation for ‘loss of future labor’ being paid to their local overlord. For young people, where 'future labor’ may represent forty or more years of service, the cost of compensation for a lifetime of freedom is well beyond the means of a young serf. Many must opt for purchasing their freedom for a limited time in the rarely-achieved hope of earning enough in the city to purchase an extension of time.Those seeking permanent freedom usually take an indirect route towards achieving their goal. One such route is to undergo one of the quarterly assessments and authentication conducted by the Bureau of Ancillary Services. The Bureau’s authentication process ensures that the never-ending demands for young workers in the city are satisfied. Success in the Argonaut, as the assessment and authentication process is commonly called, means freedom from serfdom; although that freedom invariably comes at the price of a large debt to be repaid. The Bureau will lend the successful serf the amount of compensation due to the serf’s overlord, enabling a city work permit to be issued. However, even attending one of the quarterly assessments can be a costly affair. Firstly the serf must compensate his or her overlord for the three days absence from work, and secondly the serf is required to cover the cost of accommodation for the duration of assessment.Argon’s settlements are named after American presidents and European royal houses, reflecting the origins of most of the city’s population. Governance of Argon, and hence its settlements, is by a military junta who appoint all the administration and military officers, including each settlement’s leader. The junta also creates and enforces the laws which control our daily life. Anybody who voices dissent against the junta’s reign is rapidly and severely punished without any right to a trial. Even those living in the city are careful about what they say. Rumors says that the worst offenders are executed, but none of our heavily censored news-feeds make reference to anyone suffering that fate. Minor offences usually result in longer work hours, or the loss of access to the few recreational facilities.But enough about my world, it is time to tell you of my place in it. My name is Jasmine, and Buchanan settlement has been my home for all of my nineteen years. I’ve worked in one of the local recycling plants ever since I left school at eight years old. For a decade I have had a dream of buying my freedom so that I can work inside Argon’s central city. Now I have a chance. I am one of those who will be assessed at the next Argonaut, thanks to an anonymous benefactor who has sponsored my application.For better or worse, I have chosen my next step. My arrival at the old boarding school that houses the Bureau of Ancillary Services assessment center is the gateway to my future.Chapter 2: The lacy nightie.It’s nearly midnight and I can’t get to sleep. The first session of the Argonaut starts in nine hours. I still can’t get over my sponsor’s generous offer that has allowed me to attend. I realize that the very late arrival of the sponsor’s offer confirms that I’m a last minute substitute. Given my father’s blemished political record, I suspect my anonymous sponsor is scraping the bottom of the barrel in choosing me. But he or she did, and that has enabled me to be here at the old boarding school which serves as the headquarters of the Bureau of Ancillary Services. The original school closed decades ago when Argon’s junta decided to close the last remaining links with the decaying towns and cities beyond the borders of Argon’s self-proclaimed territory, effectively isolating us from the world. There was no need for schools with boarding facilities after that.Every three months, Argon’s Bureau of Ancillary Services accepts the applications of exactly fifty settlement adults between the ages of eighteen and twenty-seven. Successful applicants become contestants in the Argonaut, which consists of a series of interviews and tests supervised by an assessment panel. Some of the interviews are broadcast on the news-feeds throughout Argon and its settlements, with the intention of attracting future employers for the hopeful contestants should they secure a city work permit. The number of permits available each quarter is a closely guarded secret. Consequently, passing all the tests doesn’t automatically result in a contestant being granted a permit. And obtaining a permit doesn’t guarantee a good job. Not all city jobs are better than those in the settlements, but that doesn’t stop the competitiveness for the permits. That competitiveness often includes a range of sabotage and underhand tricks targeting the weaker contestants.These days the Argonaut doesn’t automatically favor the handful of contestants who have served a ten-year term in the military, and who are now into their twenties. The leaders of some settlements still prefer the old tradition of favoring the applications of those who have served in the military. Former soldiers are often trained to do well in the Argonaut’s tests. A contestant’s success can give a boost to their own settlement’s ranking in the eyes of the junta; a ranking that determines the priority given to the funding of a settlement’s civic improvements.It’s no secret which contestants were formerly in the military. Knowledge of their status is intended to intimidate the other contestants. Their names and reputations are etched in every other contestant’s mind; Paulo and Chloe from Eisenhower, Heidi from Grant, and Mansel from Bourbon. All contestants have the support of volunteer helpers who do everything from offering advice to helping solve minor problems. These helpers are an eclectic selection of oddballs and do-gooders from among the city’s bored residents. Not all of them are model Argon citizens, and three of the female contestants have already complained about being groped by one of the helpers.I give up trying to sleep, and I decide to take a walk around the old school building housing the fifty contestants for the current Argonaut. I slip my short dressing gown over my even shorter nightie. Normally I sleep naked, but I had the sense to borrow a nightie and gown from my twelve-year-old sister. I’m not a blushing maiden, but sleeping naked in a mixed gender dormitory is asking for trouble.The eight dormitories are designed to accommodate six people in each. Seven are single-sex dormitories. However, the late applicants, like me, must put up with eight of us crammed into the room, which now houses three male and five female contestants. Everywhere is quiet as I head towards the communal dining area. Everyone else must have had no trouble in falling asleep. In Harper’s case that probably has more to do with the quantity of alcohol he consumed during the evening meal, since he’s asleep on the dining room floor. Suddenly a movement catches my eye. I duck behind a door in case it is Patrick. He also comes from Buchanan, and he’s the closest person I have to a friend in this place. I’m not certain I want him seeing me dressed like this. I watch the figure at the other end of the dormitory for a few moments before realizing it is one of the robots that clean up after us. They try to be invisible, hovering just out of sight unless one is needed to clean up after us. The robot is using our absence to finish clearing away the empty glasses and plates from our evening meal.The robot leaves the room through a side door. It dawns on me that there must be a service corridor somewhere in this rambling jumble of rooms to enable the robots to come and go. The main door to this wing of the old school is locked and monitored at this time of night. The sophisticated sensors provide security against intruders, and ensure the contestants don’t do anything underhand before the assessment begins. I feel the urge to explore.I go through the door the robot used and find myself in a corridor with a relatively new door at the far end. Undoubtedly the robot is going to the kitchen and I follow it at a discreet distance. I follow the robot through the end door and I see that it opens onto a corridor crossing at right angles to the one I’ve just travelled. More doors are visible along the corridor, but I notice that each has one of the security pads used to unlock the door. My adventure is going to be short lived if all of the doors need a security code to operate them. I head in the opposite direction to the kitchens and try one of the doors at the end of the corridor. It’s unlocked. A set of rickety wooden stairs are on the other side of the door and I descend to the level where the recreation and practice rooms are located. The door at the bottom of the stairs opens and I tentatively peek out in case anyone is around. Everything seems quiet.I’m now in the main corridor on this level, not far from where the main stairs are located. I know my way to the recreation rooms, but not what lies behind the many other doors branching off the main corridor.The lack of security guards concerns me for a moment before I recall that everywhere is monitored by cameras. My little adventure is probably already being observed by the security guards in a control room somewhere. Any minute now I can expect to hear the sound of stomping feet and being faced with a squad of burly guards wanting to know what I’m doing. My best plan is to ignore the cameras and just walk as though I’ve every right to be here. Sneaking about will just raise suspicion that I’m up to no good. Fortunately my dressing gown is a similar color to the robots, so an inattentive guard may mistake me for a robot.I walk along the corridor not daring to breathe in case I trigger an alarm, or my actions make the security guards decide to investigate. I haven’t thought about where I’m going other than I don’t really want to go into the games rooms. A door off the main corridor is ajar and on impulse I go through it into another short corridor with a door at the end. This part of the building is much newer than the area behind me. There’s plenty of light streaming through the window in the door. The lighting has been dimmed everywhere else, but the room on the other side of this door is fully lit.The window in the door is misted, and the smell of chemicals makes me think that it’s a laundry. I open the door and peek inside. Not a laundry. It’s a large swimming pool. Much larger than anything Buchanan settlement can boast. The room is warm and the water looks inviting. At least to someone like me who can swim. I walk around the pool to check that nobody is about. I come across some racks with towels but there are no swimming suits. Nobody said to bring a swimming suit, so I must either forgo a swim, or swim naked.The water looks enticing, but I’m also aware that the pool, like everywhere else, will be monitored by cameras. I can see at least three cameras around the walls. What I can’t understand is why I’ve not been accosted by security guards. Even the dopiest guard must surely have realized by now that I’m not a robot. But I push my concerns about that to one side and prepare to enter the water. I slip off my dressing gown and dive into the water wearing my short nightie. I’m not brash enough to strip myself naked in front of whoever is monitoring the cameras. That’s something I quickly regret. The way my wet nightie is clinging to me I can see that I’m leaving very little to the imagination.I swim a couple of lengths of the pool before I realize that I have company. Someone else has entered the water. I make a sudden cry of alarm. Who is it? I’m in two minds whether to leave the water and make a hasty exit, or to stand my ground. The daunting prospect of running around the corridors wearing nothing but a wet translucent nightie settles my dilemma. I turn to face whoever is here with me.The swimmer heads in my direction. As the distance between us shortens I realize the swimmer is male and that he has no clothes on. Suddenly running around the complex in a wet nightie doesn’t seem such a silly idea any more. My indecision causes me to waste my only chance of leaving the pool without confronting him.The swimmer comes directly for me. He stops a few meters from me and treads water.“I didn’t think any of the other contestants knew about this place, nor be brave enough to take a midnight swim,” he says.Chapter 3: Swimming with a naked girl.“We don’t need to fight,” replies Paulo. “There’s time for that soon enough. I intend to enjoy my swim and then go to bed. I suggest you do the same. Or can’t you sleep? You wouldn’t be the first contestant to be nervous and suffer sleepless nights before the Argonaut.”“I’m not nervous,” I say defiantly, mostly for my own benefit. “I just can’t get used to sleeping on a soft bed.”“Yeah, whatever,” he replies dismissively. “Well, in that case, you can race me to the other end of the pool and back.”“Why?” I ask.“Because it’s fun and I don’t often get the chance to swim with a naked girl. Are you normally so argumentative?”“I’m not naked. And I’m not arguing. I’m being; um; curious.”“Ha! You may as well be naked for all that is hidden by that flimsy thing you are wearing. You have a nice body. You shouldn’t be afraid to let people see it.”Paulo’s comments immediately cause me to feel awkward. He’s a rival and ex-military, so he’s a serious threat to my chances during the Argonaut. But my traitorous body would be happy to yield to his desires. I mustn’t let him see how much his comment has disturbed me, so I move into position for the race that he wants.“Are you ready? Go!” I call as I launch myself off in the direction of the far end.“Hey! Cheat!” he calls before taking off after me.I’ve never tried swimming in a race, but I soon see Paulo’s point. It is fun. I’m almost reach the far end before Paulo manages to draw close to me. He’s a strong swimmer but doesn’t have the elegant style that my father drummed into me. We turn only seconds apart and I try to increase my speed on the return leg. Half way down the pool I realize that Paulo’s strength is starting to tell, and that I’m struggling to keep my lead. Moments later we are level and I draw on my last reserves to regain the lead. We reach the end of the pool neck and neck. I don’t think either of us can tell who touched the end first.We are both breathing heavily as we climb out of the pool and collapse on the floor. It is only then that I realize that we are virtually touching. I’m lying next to naked young man. That’s something I’ve only ever done in my wildest fantasies. My limited sexual experiences to date have involved remarkably little nudity. Fortunately Paulo seems too preoccupied in regaining his breath to notice my discomfort. I should move away before he recovers, but something inside me makes me stay where I am.“Is that the best your settlement’s wonderful training regime can teach you?” I say.“Swimming isn’t an essential skill, even in the military. The Argonaut tests rarely require the need to swim beyond having sufficient skill to avoid drowning. Where did you learn to swim like that? I didn’t think there would be much call for swimming in the industrial settlements.”“There isn’t, but my parents always hoped I would gain a permit to work in the city. It’s impossible to know what skills might be required if I land a job in the city. I suppose my father thought it useful for me to learn to swim well.”Paulo turns towards me. As hard as I try not to look below his waist, my eyes are drawn like a magnet. I notice he is looking at me in a way that makes me both excited and uncomfortable. I look into his eyes and immediately sink into their depths. I don’t even notice when he moves closer so our bodies are actually touching. The kiss that follows seems so natural my body responds by itself.“We shouldn’t be doing this,” I say with half-hearted sincerity when we break for air.“Why not?” is his reply.“Because we are rivals. We will be expected to try and outsmart each other tomorrow.”“And does doing this make any difference? This is now. The assessments are later.”“I don’t know if I can separate the two.”“Not all contestants are selfish machines. Chloe may fit the classic win-at-all-costs profile, but unlike her I don’t enjoy sabotaging another contestant’s chances.”“But your training will still make you sabotage that person’s chances regardless of how you feel now. And that person could be me.”“I know. I won’t like doing that to a fellow contestant, but I’ll do it if necessary. It would be unfortunate if you and I come face to face in one of the tests. But you are right, my training will help me make the right choice.”“I’m sure I shall be a lot happier knowing how cut up you are as you sabotage my efforts,” I say with as much sarcasm as I can manage.“Yes, I may even shed a tear,” he replies with equal sarcasm as he leans towards me and shares a second kiss with me.My mind and body are confused. Even fully clothed I’ve never been this intimate with anyone before. My near nakedness is sending all the wrong signals to both of us. I should stop and walk out of here, but as crazy as it sounds there is no way I want to do that.Our third kiss is accompanied by roaming hands. His on my yielding torso and mine onto the rock hard shaft pushing against my thighs, and seeking entrance to the throbbing slit between my legs.“Do you think the security cameras in this room are switched off?” I ask before Paulo can claim the prize his cock seeks.“No. I’m fairly sure we are being watched.”“Then why haven’t the security guards frog marched us back to our dormitories?”“We aren’t trying to kill each other so there’s no need for them to intervene. Anyway, if they do then they’ll miss all the fun? Can you imagine how boring it must be to watch banks of screens for hours, with absolutely nothing happening to break the monotony. We are livening up their night for them. For all we know they could be selling tickets to watch the main event.”“That’s disgusting. Anyway, what main event? I hope you aren’t implying that we are going any further with this liaison.”“I’m not implying anything.”Chapter 4: The hunter’s proposition.“And what makes you think I want there to be a main event?” I say.“Because you do,” says Paulo. “Otherwise you would have dressed more modestly before you left your dormitory. And you wouldn’t have stayed in here when you saw me in the water with you. Nor would you have let me lie close to you like this.”“I don’t have to explain myself to you. If I choose to say 'no’, then that is my right. Or did you have something more forceful in mind? Something more in keeping with your special training.”“Nonsense! Have I in any way hurt you while we have been here? As far as I can tell you’ve so far enjoyed my company.”I suddenly feel awkward and uncomfortable. My own feelings are strange to me and causing some confusion. Paulo is right. I have enjoyed his company, and I have no complaints about his behavior so far; other than his suggestion that this has all been the appetizer, and that the main course is about to follow.His remarks have hit home more than I’m willing to admit. He’s right. I chose not to put on more clothes, because I felt an urge to free my sexuality from its everyday constraints. And the more daring I’ve been tonight, the more alive my body has felt. Even now the prospect of allowing Paulo to perform the most intimate acts with me is sending a thrill through my body. But common sense is telling me to stop. And I’m the sort of person who pays a lot of attention to common sense; well, most of the time.“I’m sorry,” I say. “Your behavior so far doesn’t deserve my last remark. But I still have the right to say 'no’.”“And I’ll respect your decision. But can I remind you that is well past midnight and we might not have the opportunity another time.”“Where I come from, it is customary to seduce a girl before leaping on her,” I say, not really knowing if that statement is true.“Really? You would surrender yourself to someone who told you your eyes are beautiful, that your body is just perfect, and your choice of clothes is divine? Surely you are far too level headed to fall for that sort of line.”“Hmmm; Well you aren’t persuading me at the moment.”“Hah! You’re perfect! I love a woman who plays hard to get. The chase is just as much fun as the end result.”“You’re talking from experience, I presume?” I retort.“You are an interesting challenge! I notice that despite your reluctance, you haven’t ruled out accepting my suggestion.”“You’re stalling. As you said, it is getting late and as much as I’ve enjoyed our time together, we both have a busy schedule tomorrow.”“I agree. If I can’t make you say 'yes’ within five minutes then I shall concede defeat and we shall go back to our dormitories.”He looks at me and I nod in agreement.“So, what really excites a girl from Buchanan?” he muses to himself. “We can’t be that different. Your settlement has industrial factories and my last ten years have been in the military. Both require heavy manual labor. Sweating bodies and dirt everywhere. Which explains why you aren’t swooning at the sight of my bare chest. There are girls who almost faint at the sight; but not you. Despite what you said, I don’t think sweet-talking you is going to make you want to say 'yes’. So, that leaves a more physical approach. I think you are the type who likes to be hunted. Not the fake chases and mock play about being captured and becoming a helpless victim of a man’s wicked desires. No, I think you really want a man to prove to you he is able to outsmart you and is therefore worthy of your body.”“What a bizarre idea,” I say, trying hard to sound casual. My already heightened senses are being pushed into overdrive. I’ve never thought about what attracts me sexually, but Paulo’s comments are setting me alight with desire. “How are you going to prove your theory?”“I shall give you a thirty second start. If I can’t find you within four minutes then I shall return to my bed a sorry man. But if I corner you, then you are mine.”“I thought I had the right to say 'no’,” I say.“And you do. It will only take you ten seconds to reach the door to the main corridor, and from there you are free to return to your dormitory. I shall not attempt to stop you. You have twenty five seconds left.”I leap up and bolt for the side rooms holding the towels. There are other rooms on the far side. Saunas and hot pools. All ready for use, but currently devoid of people.There is a lack of good hiding places, but I only need to stay free for four minutes. It will take Paulo most of that time to check all these rooms. I settle for a room with several sunken hot tubs in the middle and clothes lockers around the walls. Some lockers are just large enough for me to hide inside. It isn’t until I’m hidden that I realize that by staying in these rooms I have made a major decision. If Paulo finds me then I’ve promised him that he can fuck me.One minute passes; then another. I can’t hear anything. My hiding place offers only a limited view of the hot tubs. I begin to wonder if Paulo is actually looking for me. How embarrassing it would be if he simply left for his dormitory, leaving the security guards monitoring us to laugh at my folly. But I saw the look in Paulo’s eyes. He definitely had the look of a wolf eager to devour a lamb. A lamb called Jasmine.The three minute mark must have passed before I hear something in the adjacent room. The sound of doors being opened and closed. He must be searching the lockers in that room. The speed at which he is doing it suggests he knows he is running out of time. He won’t have time to search the lockers in this room. I’ve won!Or have I?Chapter 5: Are we done talking?Although I don’t have a watch, I know that Paulo’s time is definitely running out. Paulo must know that too. I do something I would never have thought myself capable of doing in these circumstances; I leave my hiding place.Paulo bursts into the room with the hot tubs with what can only be seconds of his four minute deadline remaining. He stands by the door in shock.“What kept you?” I say. “Your four minutes are nearly up. You almost missed enjoying a treat. This water is divine. Not too hot and not too cold.”Paulo recovers from his shock and joins me in the tub. The tub is only two meters in diameter so we are fairly close together as soon as he enters the water. But he doesn’t immediately touch me as I had expected. He waits on the opposite side of the tub as though waiting for permission to approach me.“You allowed me to find you when you could have easily hidden in one of these lockers,” says Paulo. “What does that mean?”“What would you like it to mean?” I say.“I would like it to mean that you have proved your cleverness and that you are now ready to continue where we left off before.”“Are you sure you aren’t too tired and wish to go to bed?” I tease.“I think I could manage to stay awake all night given the right incentive. How about you?”“The same. Are we done talking?”“I thought women like to talk,” he says as he wraps me in his arms.“There’s a time and a place for everything. And talking isn’t what I need right now.”He kisses me and I melt into his arms. My hands reach down to massage his already solid cock.Just at that moment the lights go out and we are plunged into pitch darkness. But I don’t care. Paulo’s arms are wrapped around me and I simply don’t care.Less than a minute later the emergency lighting activates and the room changes from pitch black to something akin to a moonlit night.“Stay where you are and don’t move,” comes a man’s voice over a hidden speaker.The warm glow flowing through my entire body makes me wonder why the man would think I would wish to move from this position.“I think we are about to be arrested or something,” whispers Paulo into my ear.I don’t care. I just want to hold Paulo like this and feel him pressed against me. The normal lighting comes back on and we break our hold on each other to look around us. I take the opportunity to retrieve my nightie which is floating in the water. I don’t recall whether it was Paulo or me who removed it during our brief interlude. I put it back on with some difficulty. The wet fabric clinging to me in a way it didn’t seem to do just moments before.Three security guards enter our room accompanied by a man with enough gold braid on his uniform to indicate that he’s somebody important.“This is most irregular. Most irregular,” grumbles the man. “These facilities are closed for the duration of the Argonaut. I don’t know how you gained entry to this building, but you must leave. It is fortunate you didn’t enter the old school. We would have had to arrest you if you went up there. Now, make yourselves decent and I’ll escort you to the door.”I look at Paulo and realize that he is as baffled as I am at what is going on. As Paulo and I fetch some towels to dry ourselves it dawns on me that these security guards think we are central city residents who have found a way into this recreation center. They don’t know we are Argonaut contestants, and have sneaked down here from our respective dormitory.Neither Paulo nor I have clothes, unless you count my flimsy wet nightie. I can’t remember where I left my dressing gown. Paulo presumably arrived wearing something, but he doesn’t seem inclined to go and fetch it. We both wrap towels around us and knot them to preserve a modicum of decency. The security officer signals for us to follow him. We meekly follow him like two naughty children.“I know the festivities during the Argonaut are a time for high spirits, but you mustn’t enter a secure area like this,” lectures the man. “Now go home before you get into more trouble.”With that brief lecture over, we are escorted out of a side door to the large plaza outside. The door is closed firmly behind us. The plaza is just outside the domed city, between the dome support wall and the huge drainage channels that funnel storm water away from the inhabited areas. Consequently this area is accessible to both city residents and the serfs of the settlements. However, the distance to the nearest settlement means that few serfs will bother travelling here for pleasure.“You heard the man. We must go home,” says Paulo.“In case you haven’t noticed, we have no clothes, no money, and it’s a long walk home,” I say. “Besides, if we go missing we are automatically disqualified from the Argonaut.”“That’s true,” replies Paulo. “But we won’t be missed until morning. We have at least seven hours to ourselves. We can do a lot in seven hours.”“Yes. We could look at the statues over there, and; ”I almost break into laughter at Paulo’s reaction to my suggestion. He clearly has something quite different in mind and, in truth, so do I. I take his hand and walk along the wide boulevard that runs next to the recreation center and the old boarding school next door. I soon realize that this area is what passes for an entertainment zone, but the various places are closing for the night.The boulevard is busy. Mainly with young couples like us enjoying each other’s company. In their case, they are returning towards their homes under the domed part of the city. Having worked myself up into deciding tonight is going to be my big night, I feel slightly disappointed that we can’t find somewhere to go.“Can you climb?” asks Paulo, pointing to a wide balcony above a café which has already closed for the night. Climbing the wall to reach the balcony shouldn’t be too difficult.“Yes. Can you?” I reply already heading towards a promising looking place on the side wall.Paulo follows me as I make light work of climbing the fixtures adorning the café wall. Despite his military training, Paulo doesn’t find it quite so easy. Something I must remember when the Argonaut starts. We scramble onto the balcony and see it is laid out like a terrace with tables and chairs for the café customers. This place will be perfect.Chapter 6: Games in the night.I find a large sofa with a low table in front of it. I clear away the glasses and plates the last occupants of this area left behind. The owners of the café clearly intends to clear up in the morning.“Hey, look what I found,” says Paulo. “A half-finished bottle of wine. I’ll fetch some glasses.”It won’t be real wine, but I’m sure the technicians of the central city can produce something akin to the real thing. I make myself comfortable. Even outside the dome, the ambient temperature is several degrees warmer than in Buchanan; a product of the hot exhaust air pumped out of the city. The huge domes act like greenhouses, and the air inside must be continually vented to regulate the temperature.I lie back and look at the starlit sky. It’s all very romantic, which helps put me back in the mood for what I know is about to happen. When we were in the hot pool we thought we were pressed for time and needed to rush things. Here we are alone and unlikely to be disturbed before morning.Paulo returns with two glasses and a bottle of what I presume is pseudo-wine. I’ve never drunk wine before, real or fake. It isn’t the sort of luxury anybody in Buchanan can afford. Paulo pours some of the wine into the two glasses. He samples some wine before passing my glass to me.“Need to check the wine hasn’t gone off,” he says when he sees my puzzled look. I shrug in response. Either he is showing off, or drinking Argon wine is a far more common event in the military than I thought.“Ah! A Chardonnay, if I’m not mistaken,” he says has he sniffs the wine and takes another sip.“Are you an expert on wine?” I ask incredulously. “Or are you just making that up?”“Neither. That’s what is written on the label,” he laughs.I join in his laughter. His playfulness is helping me relax and I’m no longer nervous about what is going to happen. By the time we’ve finished the wine we are sat side by side on the sofa. He puts his hands on me. Mine echo his movements. The real world seems a million miles away. I can’t tell whether it is the effects of the wine or Paulo’s attentions which are causing me to think only of this moment and the intense pleasure I’m feeling as our limbs entwine.Then he starts kissing me. At this point I lose control of myself and crave for more of what he is doing. I’ve no experience at this level of intimacy, and only the vaguest idea of what I’m supposed to do. Knowledge gained from teenage gossip in the factory, which is probably completely wrong. But I needn’t have worried. Somehow my body seems to know what to do by instinct. When I’m not doing something quite right, Paulo quietly guides me towards the right action. Our bodies respond as though we are one.Then, before I realize it, he is on top of me. I feel that I’m at his complete mercy. That should alarm me and make me struggle, but all I want to do is to surrender myself to his desires. I’m rewarded with the most sensational feeling I can imagine. Heavy petting is as far as I’ve gone before. Paulo’s actions make it clear that we are going well beyond that tonight. I had been told there would be some pain involved, but I’m too far gone into the stratosphere of my arousal to notice. Paulo senses my submission and rewards me with a gentle and unhurried treat. His cock pushes its way into my moist cunt and I wrap my legs around his thighs to hold him in position.“Careful. I don’t want to get pregnant,” I say in a brief moment of lucidity.If he hears me he doesn’t alter his actions in any way. I’m too light-headed to force the issue. It’s a problem for another day.Finally Paulo and I are spent. Our emotions can only remain at fever pitch for so long. We eventually return to the real world. I’ve no idea how long I’ve been away. We lie in each other's arms for a while regaining our breath.“That wasn’t bad for a first timer,” says Paulo.“More of your experience talking, I suppose?” I reply, not certain whether to feel complemented or insulted.“You’re not my first, if that’s what you mean. There are benefits to being chosen as a contestant long before the Argonaut starts. Good performance in training is rewarded by a bevy of young women eager to be fucked by a contestant. But I meant what I said. I could tell that you were inexperienced, but you let go of your inhibitions. Few young women can do that the first time.”“Well I’m not sure we will be in a position for there to be a second time. Things get very competitive once the Argonaut starts.”“Who knows. Perhaps we will come face to face in one of the tests and you can throw yourself at my mercy and beg me to let you win in exchange for a repeat of just now.”“In your dreams! I was thinking more of the other way round. Would you like to be my plaything, Paulo?” I tease.“Now who is dreaming? You are bold, and you control your fears well. I can see you are someone I must regard as a serious rival. My chances of achieving a permit would be much better had you not been accepted as a contestant.”The afterglow of our coupling is still flowing through me, making me feel mellow. The ambient temperature is dropping now that the local businesses are closed for tonight. I snuggle closer to Paulo, both for warmth and to try and renew the strange and wonderful feelings I’ve experienced tonight. He gently caresses me and I start feeling aroused again. Surely he doesn’t have the energy for another round of sex. Tiredness is starting to overtake me, and I can’t believe it isn’t affecting Paulo as well. But his caresses are divine. I don’t want them to stop. He gently runs his fingers up and down my spine and sends more waves of pleasure coursing through me. I respond in kind and despite my obvious inexperience my efforts are having a visible effect on him.“I wish we could stay here like this forever,” I say. “But we both know we must return to our dormitories before dawn. If we don’t turn up for roll-call, our absence will be noticed by the officials and we’ll be disqualified from the Argonaut. Despite the security officer’s error in throwing us out of the center, I doubt we will be shown any mercy if we miss roll-call.”“Yes, I know,” replies Paulo, deep in thought. “If only there was another way. Thanks for tonight. I can honestly say I really enjoyed it, and in other circumstances I would hope for many more. I’m going to be selfish and keep your nightie as a trophy to remind me of tonight.”I was planning on doing the same thing, but I don’t refuse his request. “As long as I can have a trophy in return,” I reply.“Agreed. I seem to be out of suitable offerings at the moment. Let me know tomorrow what you would like.”I feel so comfortable that I easily forget that Paulo and I are soon to face each other as rivals during the Argonaut. Either Paulo is a superb actor or his feelings mirror mine. Eventually tiredness overcomes me. The warmth of Paulo’s embrace, and the after effects of the wine and our coupling, causes me to doze off despite my nakedness.It must be an hour or so later when I wake. I’m disoriented at first, and wonder what has woken me. However, I soon realize it is the absence of Paulo’s warmth that has caused me to wake. I sit up to see where he has gone, but there’s no sign of him.However, Paulo’s absence isn’t my main problem. As I move I realize there is a length of chain locked around my ankle, the other end of which tethers me to a heavy table.To be continued in part 2, by Rachael Jane for Literotica.
Love in Dangerous Waters.In 4 parts, by RachaelJane. Listen to the Podcast at Steamy Stories.Serf Jasmine seeks her freedom by entering the Argonaut.Chapter 1: The next stepThe domed city of Argon is a marvel of engineering created in the dying days of the old regimes. Uninterrupted wars; the plundering of rapidly diminishing resources; and extreme weather events, had reduced most of the planet’s population to little more than scavengers and refugees, dependent on the largesse of the privileged few who controlled most of the Earth’s remaining wealth and resources. The ideas of democracy and freedom had been swept away by the unstoppable return of the medieval concept of feudalism. The wealthy elite became the new aristocracy, while the bulk of the population was reduced to modern day serfs; indentured to their local overlord from cradle to grave.History doesn’t record exactly when the planet’s ruling elites decided to create huge domed cities like Argon. Possibly the domed cities simply evolved as the ravages of war, and the uncontrollable elements, destroyed wide swathes of land. Floods and wild fires herded those with the wealth and ability to move into defensible towns and cities. Those who lacked the means were abandoned to their fate. Hundreds of millions died. Taxes were directed solely towards protecting the new centers of population. Many old and famous towns and cities were left to the elements, or to the marauding armies who lived off the misery of others. Within a few decades, there was little trace of the old world. Even the rogue armies finally disbanded when it became too difficult to find food and supplies to service their rapacious needs.We’re told that Argon is typical of the domed cities scattered around what is left of the inhabited world. Argon’s large central city houses about eighty thousand people. Access to the domed part of the city is strictly controlled, and no serf is allowed into the central city without a special permit. To live inside the domed center requires wealth far beyond most people’s imagination. No city citizen ever dirties their hands doing menial tasks. Consequently, in order to service the needs of the new elite, nearly two hundred thousand people commute daily into the city from one of sixteen outer settlements. Most of the commuters are serfs who have purchased short term freedom from their settlement overlord. The commuting workforce provide all the essential services that keep the city operating from day to day. Laborers and house servants are in great demand, along with those who provide personal services ranging from hairdressing to sexual services.Despite the strict rules that control our lives, we are generally a happy population, or so I am lead to believe. Our rulers constantly remind us that these days we have a steady supply of food, and that most settlements now boast their own medical center, albeit with unqualified medics and very few drugs or medicines. New laws limiting a serf’s work hours to only sixty hours a week mean that we have more leisure time. None of this existed until as recently as eight years ago. I can remember the days when my family went without meals, and my parents’ reliance on dubious folklore remedies for dealing with ailments.The strictures of modern day serfdom prohibit those living in the settlements from obtaining jobs in the central city without compensation for ‘loss of future labor’ being paid to their local overlord. For young people, where 'future labor’ may represent forty or more years of service, the cost of compensation for a lifetime of freedom is well beyond the means of a young serf. Many must opt for purchasing their freedom for a limited time in the rarely-achieved hope of earning enough in the city to purchase an extension of time.Those seeking permanent freedom usually take an indirect route towards achieving their goal. One such route is to undergo one of the quarterly assessments and authentication conducted by the Bureau of Ancillary Services. The Bureau’s authentication process ensures that the never-ending demands for young workers in the city are satisfied. Success in the Argonaut, as the assessment and authentication process is commonly called, means freedom from serfdom; although that freedom invariably comes at the price of a large debt to be repaid. The Bureau will lend the successful serf the amount of compensation due to the serf’s overlord, enabling a city work permit to be issued. However, even attending one of the quarterly assessments can be a costly affair. Firstly the serf must compensate his or her overlord for the three days absence from work, and secondly the serf is required to cover the cost of accommodation for the duration of assessment.Argon’s settlements are named after American presidents and European royal houses, reflecting the origins of most of the city’s population. Governance of Argon, and hence its settlements, is by a military junta who appoint all the administration and military officers, including each settlement’s leader. The junta also creates and enforces the laws which control our daily life. Anybody who voices dissent against the junta’s reign is rapidly and severely punished without any right to a trial. Even those living in the city are careful about what they say. Rumors says that the worst offenders are executed, but none of our heavily censored news-feeds make reference to anyone suffering that fate. Minor offences usually result in longer work hours, or the loss of access to the few recreational facilities.But enough about my world, it is time to tell you of my place in it. My name is Jasmine, and Buchanan settlement has been my home for all of my nineteen years. I’ve worked in one of the local recycling plants ever since I left school at eight years old. For a decade I have had a dream of buying my freedom so that I can work inside Argon’s central city. Now I have a chance. I am one of those who will be assessed at the next Argonaut, thanks to an anonymous benefactor who has sponsored my application.For better or worse, I have chosen my next step. My arrival at the old boarding school that houses the Bureau of Ancillary Services assessment center is the gateway to my future.Chapter 2: The lacy nightie.It’s nearly midnight and I can’t get to sleep. The first session of the Argonaut starts in nine hours. I still can’t get over my sponsor’s generous offer that has allowed me to attend. I realize that the very late arrival of the sponsor’s offer confirms that I’m a last minute substitute. Given my father’s blemished political record, I suspect my anonymous sponsor is scraping the bottom of the barrel in choosing me. But he or she did, and that has enabled me to be here at the old boarding school which serves as the headquarters of the Bureau of Ancillary Services. The original school closed decades ago when Argon’s junta decided to close the last remaining links with the decaying towns and cities beyond the borders of Argon’s self-proclaimed territory, effectively isolating us from the world. There was no need for schools with boarding facilities after that.Every three months, Argon’s Bureau of Ancillary Services accepts the applications of exactly fifty settlement adults between the ages of eighteen and twenty-seven. Successful applicants become contestants in the Argonaut, which consists of a series of interviews and tests supervised by an assessment panel. Some of the interviews are broadcast on the news-feeds throughout Argon and its settlements, with the intention of attracting future employers for the hopeful contestants should they secure a city work permit. The number of permits available each quarter is a closely guarded secret. Consequently, passing all the tests doesn’t automatically result in a contestant being granted a permit. And obtaining a permit doesn’t guarantee a good job. Not all city jobs are better than those in the settlements, but that doesn’t stop the competitiveness for the permits. That competitiveness often includes a range of sabotage and underhand tricks targeting the weaker contestants.These days the Argonaut doesn’t automatically favor the handful of contestants who have served a ten-year term in the military, and who are now into their twenties. The leaders of some settlements still prefer the old tradition of favoring the applications of those who have served in the military. Former soldiers are often trained to do well in the Argonaut’s tests. A contestant’s success can give a boost to their own settlement’s ranking in the eyes of the junta; a ranking that determines the priority given to the funding of a settlement’s civic improvements.It’s no secret which contestants were formerly in the military. Knowledge of their status is intended to intimidate the other contestants. Their names and reputations are etched in every other contestant’s mind; Paulo and Chloe from Eisenhower, Heidi from Grant, and Mansel from Bourbon. All contestants have the support of volunteer helpers who do everything from offering advice to helping solve minor problems. These helpers are an eclectic selection of oddballs and do-gooders from among the city’s bored residents. Not all of them are model Argon citizens, and three of the female contestants have already complained about being groped by one of the helpers.I give up trying to sleep, and I decide to take a walk around the old school building housing the fifty contestants for the current Argonaut. I slip my short dressing gown over my even shorter nightie. Normally I sleep naked, but I had the sense to borrow a nightie and gown from my twelve-year-old sister. I’m not a blushing maiden, but sleeping naked in a mixed gender dormitory is asking for trouble.The eight dormitories are designed to accommodate six people in each. Seven are single-sex dormitories. However, the late applicants, like me, must put up with eight of us crammed into the room, which now houses three male and five female contestants. Everywhere is quiet as I head towards the communal dining area. Everyone else must have had no trouble in falling asleep. In Harper’s case that probably has more to do with the quantity of alcohol he consumed during the evening meal, since he’s asleep on the dining room floor. Suddenly a movement catches my eye. I duck behind a door in case it is Patrick. He also comes from Buchanan, and he’s the closest person I have to a friend in this place. I’m not certain I want him seeing me dressed like this. I watch the figure at the other end of the dormitory for a few moments before realizing it is one of the robots that clean up after us. They try to be invisible, hovering just out of sight unless one is needed to clean up after us. The robot is using our absence to finish clearing away the empty glasses and plates from our evening meal.The robot leaves the room through a side door. It dawns on me that there must be a service corridor somewhere in this rambling jumble of rooms to enable the robots to come and go. The main door to this wing of the old school is locked and monitored at this time of night. The sophisticated sensors provide security against intruders, and ensure the contestants don’t do anything underhand before the assessment begins. I feel the urge to explore.I go through the door the robot used and find myself in a corridor with a relatively new door at the far end. Undoubtedly the robot is going to the kitchen and I follow it at a discreet distance. I follow the robot through the end door and I see that it opens onto a corridor crossing at right angles to the one I’ve just travelled. More doors are visible along the corridor, but I notice that each has one of the security pads used to unlock the door. My adventure is going to be short lived if all of the doors need a security code to operate them. I head in the opposite direction to the kitchens and try one of the doors at the end of the corridor. It’s unlocked. A set of rickety wooden stairs are on the other side of the door and I descend to the level where the recreation and practice rooms are located. The door at the bottom of the stairs opens and I tentatively peek out in case anyone is around. Everything seems quiet.I’m now in the main corridor on this level, not far from where the main stairs are located. I know my way to the recreation rooms, but not what lies behind the many other doors branching off the main corridor.The lack of security guards concerns me for a moment before I recall that everywhere is monitored by cameras. My little adventure is probably already being observed by the security guards in a control room somewhere. Any minute now I can expect to hear the sound of stomping feet and being faced with a squad of burly guards wanting to know what I’m doing. My best plan is to ignore the cameras and just walk as though I’ve every right to be here. Sneaking about will just raise suspicion that I’m up to no good. Fortunately my dressing gown is a similar color to the robots, so an inattentive guard may mistake me for a robot.I walk along the corridor not daring to breathe in case I trigger an alarm, or my actions make the security guards decide to investigate. I haven’t thought about where I’m going other than I don’t really want to go into the games rooms. A door off the main corridor is ajar and on impulse I go through it into another short corridor with a door at the end. This part of the building is much newer than the area behind me. There’s plenty of light streaming through the window in the door. The lighting has been dimmed everywhere else, but the room on the other side of this door is fully lit.The window in the door is misted, and the smell of chemicals makes me think that it’s a laundry. I open the door and peek inside. Not a laundry. It’s a large swimming pool. Much larger than anything Buchanan settlement can boast. The room is warm and the water looks inviting. At least to someone like me who can swim. I walk around the pool to check that nobody is about. I come across some racks with towels but there are no swimming suits. Nobody said to bring a swimming suit, so I must either forgo a swim, or swim naked.The water looks enticing, but I’m also aware that the pool, like everywhere else, will be monitored by cameras. I can see at least three cameras around the walls. What I can’t understand is why I’ve not been accosted by security guards. Even the dopiest guard must surely have realized by now that I’m not a robot. But I push my concerns about that to one side and prepare to enter the water. I slip off my dressing gown and dive into the water wearing my short nightie. I’m not brash enough to strip myself naked in front of whoever is monitoring the cameras. That’s something I quickly regret. The way my wet nightie is clinging to me I can see that I’m leaving very little to the imagination.I swim a couple of lengths of the pool before I realize that I have company. Someone else has entered the water. I make a sudden cry of alarm. Who is it? I’m in two minds whether to leave the water and make a hasty exit, or to stand my ground. The daunting prospect of running around the corridors wearing nothing but a wet translucent nightie settles my dilemma. I turn to face whoever is here with me.The swimmer heads in my direction. As the distance between us shortens I realize the swimmer is male and that he has no clothes on. Suddenly running around the complex in a wet nightie doesn’t seem such a silly idea any more. My indecision causes me to waste my only chance of leaving the pool without confronting him.The swimmer comes directly for me. He stops a few meters from me and treads water.“I didn’t think any of the other contestants knew about this place, nor be brave enough to take a midnight swim,” he says.Chapter 3: Swimming with a naked girl.“We don’t need to fight,” replies Paulo. “There’s time for that soon enough. I intend to enjoy my swim and then go to bed. I suggest you do the same. Or can’t you sleep? You wouldn’t be the first contestant to be nervous and suffer sleepless nights before the Argonaut.”“I’m not nervous,” I say defiantly, mostly for my own benefit. “I just can’t get used to sleeping on a soft bed.”“Yeah, whatever,” he replies dismissively. “Well, in that case, you can race me to the other end of the pool and back.”“Why?” I ask.“Because it’s fun and I don’t often get the chance to swim with a naked girl. Are you normally so argumentative?”“I’m not naked. And I’m not arguing. I’m being; um; curious.”“Ha! You may as well be naked for all that is hidden by that flimsy thing you are wearing. You have a nice body. You shouldn’t be afraid to let people see it.”Paulo’s comments immediately cause me to feel awkward. He’s a rival and ex-military, so he’s a serious threat to my chances during the Argonaut. But my traitorous body would be happy to yield to his desires. I mustn’t let him see how much his comment has disturbed me, so I move into position for the race that he wants.“Are you ready? Go!” I call as I launch myself off in the direction of the far end.“Hey! Cheat!” he calls before taking off after me.I’ve never tried swimming in a race, but I soon see Paulo’s point. It is fun. I’m almost reach the far end before Paulo manages to draw close to me. He’s a strong swimmer but doesn’t have the elegant style that my father drummed into me. We turn only seconds apart and I try to increase my speed on the return leg. Half way down the pool I realize that Paulo’s strength is starting to tell, and that I’m struggling to keep my lead. Moments later we are level and I draw on my last reserves to regain the lead. We reach the end of the pool neck and neck. I don’t think either of us can tell who touched the end first.We are both breathing heavily as we climb out of the pool and collapse on the floor. It is only then that I realize that we are virtually touching. I’m lying next to naked young man. That’s something I’ve only ever done in my wildest fantasies. My limited sexual experiences to date have involved remarkably little nudity. Fortunately Paulo seems too preoccupied in regaining his breath to notice my discomfort. I should move away before he recovers, but something inside me makes me stay where I am.“Is that the best your settlement’s wonderful training regime can teach you?” I say.“Swimming isn’t an essential skill, even in the military. The Argonaut tests rarely require the need to swim beyond having sufficient skill to avoid drowning. Where did you learn to swim like that? I didn’t think there would be much call for swimming in the industrial settlements.”“There isn’t, but my parents always hoped I would gain a permit to work in the city. It’s impossible to know what skills might be required if I land a job in the city. I suppose my father thought it useful for me to learn to swim well.”Paulo turns towards me. As hard as I try not to look below his waist, my eyes are drawn like a magnet. I notice he is looking at me in a way that makes me both excited and uncomfortable. I look into his eyes and immediately sink into their depths. I don’t even notice when he moves closer so our bodies are actually touching. The kiss that follows seems so natural my body responds by itself.“We shouldn’t be doing this,” I say with half-hearted sincerity when we break for air.“Why not?” is his reply.“Because we are rivals. We will be expected to try and outsmart each other tomorrow.”“And does doing this make any difference? This is now. The assessments are later.”“I don’t know if I can separate the two.”“Not all contestants are selfish machines. Chloe may fit the classic win-at-all-costs profile, but unlike her I don’t enjoy sabotaging another contestant’s chances.”“But your training will still make you sabotage that person’s chances regardless of how you feel now. And that person could be me.”“I know. I won’t like doing that to a fellow contestant, but I’ll do it if necessary. It would be unfortunate if you and I come face to face in one of the tests. But you are right, my training will help me make the right choice.”“I’m sure I shall be a lot happier knowing how cut up you are as you sabotage my efforts,” I say with as much sarcasm as I can manage.“Yes, I may even shed a tear,” he replies with equal sarcasm as he leans towards me and shares a second kiss with me.My mind and body are confused. Even fully clothed I’ve never been this intimate with anyone before. My near nakedness is sending all the wrong signals to both of us. I should stop and walk out of here, but as crazy as it sounds there is no way I want to do that.Our third kiss is accompanied by roaming hands. His on my yielding torso and mine onto the rock hard shaft pushing against my thighs, and seeking entrance to the throbbing slit between my legs.“Do you think the security cameras in this room are switched off?” I ask before Paulo can claim the prize his cock seeks.“No. I’m fairly sure we are being watched.”“Then why haven’t the security guards frog marched us back to our dormitories?”“We aren’t trying to kill each other so there’s no need for them to intervene. Anyway, if they do then they’ll miss all the fun? Can you imagine how boring it must be to watch banks of screens for hours, with absolutely nothing happening to break the monotony. We are livening up their night for them. For all we know they could be selling tickets to watch the main event.”“That’s disgusting. Anyway, what main event? I hope you aren’t implying that we are going any further with this liaison.”“I’m not implying anything.”Chapter 4: The hunter’s proposition.“And what makes you think I want there to be a main event?” I say.“Because you do,” says Paulo. “Otherwise you would have dressed more modestly before you left your dormitory. And you wouldn’t have stayed in here when you saw me in the water with you. Nor would you have let me lie close to you like this.”“I don’t have to explain myself to you. If I choose to say 'no’, then that is my right. Or did you have something more forceful in mind? Something more in keeping with your special training.”“Nonsense! Have I in any way hurt you while we have been here? As far as I can tell you’ve so far enjoyed my company.”I suddenly feel awkward and uncomfortable. My own feelings are strange to me and causing some confusion. Paulo is right. I have enjoyed his company, and I have no complaints about his behavior so far; other than his suggestion that this has all been the appetizer, and that the main course is about to follow.His remarks have hit home more than I’m willing to admit. He’s right. I chose not to put on more clothes, because I felt an urge to free my sexuality from its everyday constraints. And the more daring I’ve been tonight, the more alive my body has felt. Even now the prospect of allowing Paulo to perform the most intimate acts with me is sending a thrill through my body. But common sense is telling me to stop. And I’m the sort of person who pays a lot of attention to common sense; well, most of the time.“I’m sorry,” I say. “Your behavior so far doesn’t deserve my last remark. But I still have the right to say 'no’.”“And I’ll respect your decision. But can I remind you that is well past midnight and we might not have the opportunity another time.”“Where I come from, it is customary to seduce a girl before leaping on her,” I say, not really knowing if that statement is true.“Really? You would surrender yourself to someone who told you your eyes are beautiful, that your body is just perfect, and your choice of clothes is divine? Surely you are far too level headed to fall for that sort of line.”“Hmmm; Well you aren’t persuading me at the moment.”“Hah! You’re perfect! I love a woman who plays hard to get. The chase is just as much fun as the end result.”“You’re talking from experience, I presume?” I retort.“You are an interesting challenge! I notice that despite your reluctance, you haven’t ruled out accepting my suggestion.”“You’re stalling. As you said, it is getting late and as much as I’ve enjoyed our time together, we both have a busy schedule tomorrow.”“I agree. If I can’t make you say 'yes’ within five minutes then I shall concede defeat and we shall go back to our dormitories.”He looks at me and I nod in agreement.“So, what really excites a girl from Buchanan?” he muses to himself. “We can’t be that different. Your settlement has industrial factories and my last ten years have been in the military. Both require heavy manual labor. Sweating bodies and dirt everywhere. Which explains why you aren’t swooning at the sight of my bare chest. There are girls who almost faint at the sight; but not you. Despite what you said, I don’t think sweet-talking you is going to make you want to say 'yes’. So, that leaves a more physical approach. I think you are the type who likes to be hunted. Not the fake chases and mock play about being captured and becoming a helpless victim of a man’s wicked desires. No, I think you really want a man to prove to you he is able to outsmart you and is therefore worthy of your body.”“What a bizarre idea,” I say, trying hard to sound casual. My already heightened senses are being pushed into overdrive. I’ve never thought about what attracts me sexually, but Paulo’s comments are setting me alight with desire. “How are you going to prove your theory?”“I shall give you a thirty second start. If I can’t find you within four minutes then I shall return to my bed a sorry man. But if I corner you, then you are mine.”“I thought I had the right to say 'no’,” I say.“And you do. It will only take you ten seconds to reach the door to the main corridor, and from there you are free to return to your dormitory. I shall not attempt to stop you. You have twenty five seconds left.”I leap up and bolt for the side rooms holding the towels. There are other rooms on the far side. Saunas and hot pools. All ready for use, but currently devoid of people.There is a lack of good hiding places, but I only need to stay free for four minutes. It will take Paulo most of that time to check all these rooms. I settle for a room with several sunken hot tubs in the middle and clothes lockers around the walls. Some lockers are just large enough for me to hide inside. It isn’t until I’m hidden that I realize that by staying in these rooms I have made a major decision. If Paulo finds me then I’ve promised him that he can fuck me.One minute passes; then another. I can’t hear anything. My hiding place offers only a limited view of the hot tubs. I begin to wonder if Paulo is actually looking for me. How embarrassing it would be if he simply left for his dormitory, leaving the security guards monitoring us to laugh at my folly. But I saw the look in Paulo’s eyes. He definitely had the look of a wolf eager to devour a lamb. A lamb called Jasmine.The three minute mark must have passed before I hear something in the adjacent room. The sound of doors being opened and closed. He must be searching the lockers in that room. The speed at which he is doing it suggests he knows he is running out of time. He won’t have time to search the lockers in this room. I’ve won!Or have I?Chapter 5: Are we done talking?Although I don’t have a watch, I know that Paulo’s time is definitely running out. Paulo must know that too. I do something I would never have thought myself capable of doing in these circumstances; I leave my hiding place.Paulo bursts into the room with the hot tubs with what can only be seconds of his four minute deadline remaining. He stands by the door in shock.“What kept you?” I say. “Your four minutes are nearly up. You almost missed enjoying a treat. This water is divine. Not too hot and not too cold.”Paulo recovers from his shock and joins me in the tub. The tub is only two meters in diameter so we are fairly close together as soon as he enters the water. But he doesn’t immediately touch me as I had expected. He waits on the opposite side of the tub as though waiting for permission to approach me.“You allowed me to find you when you could have easily hidden in one of these lockers,” says Paulo. “What does that mean?”“What would you like it to mean?” I say.“I would like it to mean that you have proved your cleverness and that you are now ready to continue where we left off before.”“Are you sure you aren’t too tired and wish to go to bed?” I tease.“I think I could manage to stay awake all night given the right incentive. How about you?”“The same. Are we done talking?”“I thought women like to talk,” he says as he wraps me in his arms.“There’s a time and a place for everything. And talking isn’t what I need right now.”He kisses me and I melt into his arms. My hands reach down to massage his already solid cock.Just at that moment the lights go out and we are plunged into pitch darkness. But I don’t care. Paulo’s arms are wrapped around me and I simply don’t care.Less than a minute later the emergency lighting activates and the room changes from pitch black to something akin to a moonlit night.“Stay where you are and don’t move,” comes a man’s voice over a hidden speaker.The warm glow flowing through my entire body makes me wonder why the man would think I would wish to move from this position.“I think we are about to be arrested or something,” whispers Paulo into my ear.I don’t care. I just want to hold Paulo like this and feel him pressed against me. The normal lighting comes back on and we break our hold on each other to look around us. I take the opportunity to retrieve my nightie which is floating in the water. I don’t recall whether it was Paulo or me who removed it during our brief interlude. I put it back on with some difficulty. The wet fabric clinging to me in a way it didn’t seem to do just moments before.Three security guards enter our room accompanied by a man with enough gold braid on his uniform to indicate that he’s somebody important.“This is most irregular. Most irregular,” grumbles the man. “These facilities are closed for the duration of the Argonaut. I don’t know how you gained entry to this building, but you must leave. It is fortunate you didn’t enter the old school. We would have had to arrest you if you went up there. Now, make yourselves decent and I’ll escort you to the door.”I look at Paulo and realize that he is as baffled as I am at what is going on. As Paulo and I fetch some towels to dry ourselves it dawns on me that these security guards think we are central city residents who have found a way into this recreation center. They don’t know we are Argonaut contestants, and have sneaked down here from our respective dormitory.Neither Paulo nor I have clothes, unless you count my flimsy wet nightie. I can’t remember where I left my dressing gown. Paulo presumably arrived wearing something, but he doesn’t seem inclined to go and fetch it. We both wrap towels around us and knot them to preserve a modicum of decency. The security officer signals for us to follow him. We meekly follow him like two naughty children.“I know the festivities during the Argonaut are a time for high spirits, but you mustn’t enter a secure area like this,” lectures the man. “Now go home before you get into more trouble.”With that brief lecture over, we are escorted out of a side door to the large plaza outside. The door is closed firmly behind us. The plaza is just outside the domed city, between the dome support wall and the huge drainage channels that funnel storm water away from the inhabited areas. Consequently this area is accessible to both city residents and the serfs of the settlements. However, the distance to the nearest settlement means that few serfs will bother travelling here for pleasure.“You heard the man. We must go home,” says Paulo.“In case you haven’t noticed, we have no clothes, no money, and it’s a long walk home,” I say. “Besides, if we go missing we are automatically disqualified from the Argonaut.”“That’s true,” replies Paulo. “But we won’t be missed until morning. We have at least seven hours to ourselves. We can do a lot in seven hours.”“Yes. We could look at the statues over there, and; ”I almost break into laughter at Paulo’s reaction to my suggestion. He clearly has something quite different in mind and, in truth, so do I. I take his hand and walk along the wide boulevard that runs next to the recreation center and the old boarding school next door. I soon realize that this area is what passes for an entertainment zone, but the various places are closing for the night.The boulevard is busy. Mainly with young couples like us enjoying each other’s company. In their case, they are returning towards their homes under the domed part of the city. Having worked myself up into deciding tonight is going to be my big night, I feel slightly disappointed that we can’t find somewhere to go.“Can you climb?” asks Paulo, pointing to a wide balcony above a café which has already closed for the night. Climbing the wall to reach the balcony shouldn’t be too difficult.“Yes. Can you?” I reply already heading towards a promising looking place on the side wall.Paulo follows me as I make light work of climbing the fixtures adorning the café wall. Despite his military training, Paulo doesn’t find it quite so easy. Something I must remember when the Argonaut starts. We scramble onto the balcony and see it is laid out like a terrace with tables and chairs for the café customers. This place will be perfect.Chapter 6: Games in the night.I find a large sofa with a low table in front of it. I clear away the glasses and plates the last occupants of this area left behind. The owners of the café clearly intends to clear up in the morning.“Hey, look what I found,” says Paulo. “A half-finished bottle of wine. I’ll fetch some glasses.”It won’t be real wine, but I’m sure the technicians of the central city can produce something akin to the real thing. I make myself comfortable. Even outside the dome, the ambient temperature is several degrees warmer than in Buchanan; a product of the hot exhaust air pumped out of the city. The huge domes act like greenhouses, and the air inside must be continually vented to regulate the temperature.I lie back and look at the starlit sky. It’s all very romantic, which helps put me back in the mood for what I know is about to happen. When we were in the hot pool we thought we were pressed for time and needed to rush things. Here we are alone and unlikely to be disturbed before morning.Paulo returns with two glasses and a bottle of what I presume is pseudo-wine. I’ve never drunk wine before, real or fake. It isn’t the sort of luxury anybody in Buchanan can afford. Paulo pours some of the wine into the two glasses. He samples some wine before passing my glass to me.“Need to check the wine hasn’t gone off,” he says when he sees my puzzled look. I shrug in response. Either he is showing off, or drinking Argon wine is a far more common event in the military than I thought.“Ah! A Chardonnay, if I’m not mistaken,” he says has he sniffs the wine and takes another sip.“Are you an expert on wine?” I ask incredulously. “Or are you just making that up?”“Neither. That’s what is written on the label,” he laughs.I join in his laughter. His playfulness is helping me relax and I’m no longer nervous about what is going to happen. By the time we’ve finished the wine we are sat side by side on the sofa. He puts his hands on me. Mine echo his movements. The real world seems a million miles away. I can’t tell whether it is the effects of the wine or Paulo’s attentions which are causing me to think only of this moment and the intense pleasure I’m feeling as our limbs entwine.Then he starts kissing me. At this point I lose control of myself and crave for more of what he is doing. I’ve no experience at this level of intimacy, and only the vaguest idea of what I’m supposed to do. Knowledge gained from teenage gossip in the factory, which is probably completely wrong. But I needn’t have worried. Somehow my body seems to know what to do by instinct. When I’m not doing something quite right, Paulo quietly guides me towards the right action. Our bodies respond as though we are one.Then, before I realize it, he is on top of me. I feel that I’m at his complete mercy. That should alarm me and make me struggle, but all I want to do is to surrender myself to his desires. I’m rewarded with the most sensational feeling I can imagine. Heavy petting is as far as I’ve gone before. Paulo’s actions make it clear that we are going well beyond that tonight. I had been told there would be some pain involved, but I’m too far gone into the stratosphere of my arousal to notice. Paulo senses my submission and rewards me with a gentle and unhurried treat. His cock pushes its way into my moist cunt and I wrap my legs around his thighs to hold him in position.“Careful. I don’t want to get pregnant,” I say in a brief moment of lucidity.If he hears me he doesn’t alter his actions in any way. I’m too light-headed to force the issue. It’s a problem for another day.Finally Paulo and I are spent. Our emotions can only remain at fever pitch for so long. We eventually return to the real world. I’ve no idea how long I’ve been away. We lie in each other's arms for a while regaining our breath.“That wasn’t bad for a first timer,” says Paulo.“More of your experience talking, I suppose?” I reply, not certain whether to feel complemented or insulted.“You’re not my first, if that’s what you mean. There are benefits to being chosen as a contestant long before the Argonaut starts. Good performance in training is rewarded by a bevy of young women eager to be fucked by a contestant. But I meant what I said. I could tell that you were inexperienced, but you let go of your inhibitions. Few young women can do that the first time.”“Well I’m not sure we will be in a position for there to be a second time. Things get very competitive once the Argonaut starts.”“Who knows. Perhaps we will come face to face in one of the tests and you can throw yourself at my mercy and beg me to let you win in exchange for a repeat of just now.”“In your dreams! I was thinking more of the other way round. Would you like to be my plaything, Paulo?” I tease.“Now who is dreaming? You are bold, and you control your fears well. I can see you are someone I must regard as a serious rival. My chances of achieving a permit would be much better had you not been accepted as a contestant.”The afterglow of our coupling is still flowing through me, making me feel mellow. The ambient temperature is dropping now that the local businesses are closed for tonight. I snuggle closer to Paulo, both for warmth and to try and renew the strange and wonderful feelings I’ve experienced tonight. He gently caresses me and I start feeling aroused again. Surely he doesn’t have the energy for another round of sex. Tiredness is starting to overtake me, and I can’t believe it isn’t affecting Paulo as well. But his caresses are divine. I don’t want them to stop. He gently runs his fingers up and down my spine and sends more waves of pleasure coursing through me. I respond in kind and despite my obvious inexperience my efforts are having a visible effect on him.“I wish we could stay here like this forever,” I say. “But we both know we must return to our dormitories before dawn. If we don’t turn up for roll-call, our absence will be noticed by the officials and we’ll be disqualified from the Argonaut. Despite the security officer’s error in throwing us out of the center, I doubt we will be shown any mercy if we miss roll-call.”“Yes, I know,” replies Paulo, deep in thought. “If only there was another way. Thanks for tonight. I can honestly say I really enjoyed it, and in other circumstances I would hope for many more. I’m going to be selfish and keep your nightie as a trophy to remind me of tonight.”I was planning on doing the same thing, but I don’t refuse his request. “As long as I can have a trophy in return,” I reply.“Agreed. I seem to be out of suitable offerings at the moment. Let me know tomorrow what you would like.”I feel so comfortable that I easily forget that Paulo and I are soon to face each other as rivals during the Argonaut. Either Paulo is a superb actor or his feelings mirror mine. Eventually tiredness overcomes me. The warmth of Paulo’s embrace, and the after effects of the wine and our coupling, causes me to doze off despite my nakedness.It must be an hour or so later when I wake. I’m disoriented at first, and wonder what has woken me. However, I soon realize it is the absence of Paulo’s warmth that has caused me to wake. I sit up to see where he has gone, but there’s no sign of him.However, Paulo’s absence isn’t my main problem. As I move I realize there is a length of chain locked around my ankle, the other end of which tethers me to a heavy table.To be continued in part 2, by Rachael Jane for Literotica.
Featuring funny man Daniel Hall of Weed fame Dangerous Waters!!!!!
NUALA Moore is a force to be reckoned with – and the sea knows that!Nuala's earliest memory is of jumping off her father's fishing boat in Dingle and swimming back to shore. Since then, she's swum in some of the coldest, remotest and most dangerous waters in the world, from the Bering Strait to the Drake Passage.After years of marathon swimming, Nuala struggled to balance sacrifice and achievement. Her work–life balance, coupled with caring for her father, forced a change in her pathway. She turned to ice swimming.Nuala believes that everyone is capable of greatness, whatever shape that might take.Her incredible memoir talks about her initial dive into the world of marathons and triathlons and how she eventually came back to her one true love – the ocean.Southern Star editor Siobhán Cronin travelled to Dingle to meet Nuala inside her beautiful little linen shop, where they talked about Nuala's drive to constantly challenging herself, from scuba diving to swimming, and the world's fascination with cold water.This episode was produced and presented by Siobhán Cronin, with editing by Dylan Mangan.***Thanks for listening to The Southern Star's From A to Sea Podcast. Please be sure to like, share and subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts.Listen to our previous episodes by clicking here.For stories like this and more, pick up a copy of this week's Southern Star or subscribe online via www.southernstar.ie/epaper. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jay and Mark discuss the 2023 action film Dangerous Waters. Directed by John Barr, and starring Saffron Burrows, Odeya Rush, Ray Liotta, and Josh Dane, the movie focuses on what happens when a boating trip goes horribly awry. In this episode, they also talk about unprovoked cliff-falling, hitting things with spanners, and the defining characteristics of a kitchen fight. Enjoy!This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4484946/advertisement
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In our 250th episode Mike, Rich and Steve wax lyrical about some of the stand-outs we've covered to date, before kicking off with four main reviews. As usual, click the link to see the trailer for each of the main films: We kick off with DANGEROUS WATERS (Signature Entertainment), in which a teen girl goes head-to-head with her mother's boyfriend on a sailing trip gone wrong! Next is THE PRICE WE PAY (101 Films), directed by Ryuhei Kitamura and stars Emile Hirsch, Stephen Dorff and Vernon Wells! 8 FOUND DEAD (High Fliers Films) centers around a remote holiday home harboring a couple of unwanted guests... and in THE DEVIL WENT DOWN TO ISLINGTON (Bulldog Film Distribution), a hapless music teacher sells his soul to the devil! Our Short Shot is DEAD ENDERS, a horror comedy which has just finished the festival circuit and is well worth checking out! Click the link to watch the whole film! Our DTV Throwback is FULL ECLIPSE, which has a great cast and was directed by the late Anthony Hickox. Clicking the link will take you to the whole film being hosted on Youtube. Follow the Short Shots TWITTER page, where we will be linking to a short film every day! Don't forget to also check out our main show, the DTV DIGEST on TWITTER and FACEBOOK!
Today on Too Opinionated we sit down with Director/Writer/Director of Photagrapy John Barr to discuss his new film, Dangerous Waters. Dangerous Waters released on October 13th and is available on demand. Dangerous Waters tells the tale of A sailing holiday spiraling out of control when a teenage daughter uncovers the dark past of her mother's new boyfriend. John is also known for his work on Blood and Money, Frost/Nixon, Bully and Greenberg. Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod. (Please Subscribe)
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Guests -- John Barr, director of new film DANGEROUS WATERS, which opens October 13, 2023 in select theaters and VOD. Second guest is filmmaker Allisyn Snyder chats about her new horror flix HOWDY NEIGHBOR, which will be screened at the 23rd Annual SCREAMFEST Film Festival in L.A. The festival runs October 10 - 19. Get tickets, schedules and more info at www.Screamfestla.com
Creator of the Just Cause and Mad Max games, three-time Chair of the Swedish Game Industry Assn., Christofer Sundberg has weathered some serious setbacks and come out on top. Now Founder and CCO at Liquid Swords he's busy opening worlds for gamers everywhere.Thank you for listening to our podcast all about videogames and the amazing people who bring them to life!Hosted by Alexander Seropian and Aaron MarroquinFind us at www.thefourthcurtain.comCome join the conversation at https://discord.gg/KWeGE4xHfeVideos available at https://www.youtube.com/@thefourthcurtainFollow us on twitter: @fourthcurtainFeaturing the music track Liberation by 505Please consider supporting the show by pre-registering for our Season Two Kickstarter at www.thefourthcurtain.com/kickstarter
Welcome to today's episode of "AI Lawyer Talking Tech," your daily review of the latest legal technology news. In today's episode, we will be discussing the groundbreaking advancements in legal technology, including the success of Ironclad AI in surpassing predictions and saving millions of hours of work for its customers. We will also delve into the importance of prioritizing communication and mediation in resolving contractual disputes, the need for law firms to upgrade their technology infrastructure, and the transformative potential of AI-powered tools in legal self-representation. Stay tuned for these exciting topics and more on today's podcast! Ironclad AI Surpasses 10.5M Predictions Made, Saving 29 Years of Work for Customers23 Aug 2023Fox40 KTXL8 Legal Strategies for Handling Disputes and Resolving Contractual Issues23 Aug 2023Legal ReaderMidlevel Biglaw Associates Cant Believe How Bad The Technology Is At Their Firms23 Aug 2023Above The LawA Law Firm Guide to Business Spend Management23 Aug 2023LexBlogIntroducing Ask Blue J, the Groundbreaking Generative AI Platform for Tax23 Aug 2023Morningstar.comTonkean announces new AI-enhanced intake forms for legal teams23 Aug 2023ABC 4New AI-Powered Tool is Set to Transform Legal Self-Representation23 Aug 2023CBS4IndyElite Unveils New Generative AI Time Entry Capability23 Aug 2023Morningstar.comIs Your Law Firm Generative AI Ready?23 Aug 2023Attorney at WorkTroutman Pepper Launches GPT-Powered AI Assistant23 Aug 2023AiThority.comResearch: AI will lead to more legal work being done by those without ‘traditional qualifications'23 Aug 2023Legal CheekStrategic Partnerships: The Role of General Counsel in Business Decision-Making22 Aug 2023LexBlogAffordable Legal Solutions: Exploring the Benefits of Outsourced General Counsel22 Aug 2023LexBlogDeploying Cutting-Edge Legal AI: Travers Smith's Cautious, But Open-source Approach. (TGIR Ep. 216)22 Aug 20233 Geeks and a Law Blog273 Ventures launches first large-scale legal dataset for building compliant AI models22 Aug 2023Legal IT InsiderElite Unveils New Generative AI Time Entry Capability23 Aug 2023Legal Technology News - Legal IT Professionals | Everything legal technologyGoogle's August 2023 Broad Core Algorithm Update is Rolling Out!23 Aug 2023Legal Marketing & Technology BlogLitigation Intelligence: Making Legal Work Easier with AI23 Aug 2023Legaltech on MediumWhy AI for Lawyers is More Than Just a Trend: A Data-Driven Approach23 Aug 2023Legaltech on MediumLTRC Roundtable Discussion: Phishing and Email Scams23 Aug 2023Law Technology TodayPeppermint Introduces Connect Client Engagement: Enhancing Collaboration and Productivity within Microsoft 36523 Aug 2023Legal Technology News - Legal IT Professionals | Everything legal technologyDISCO Showcases Product Momentum and Expansive Vision Designed to Accelerate AI Innovation at ILTACON23 Aug 2023Legal Technology News - Legal IT Professionals | Everything legal technologyThe Perils of Contract Negotiation: Navigating the Dangerous Waters of Business Agreements23 Aug 2023Legaltech on MediumLaw Firm Data Encryption: A Guide to Legal Professional21 Aug 2023MatterSuite By CaseFox
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Who's running the town in Red Bay? That's the question, after the entire town council resigned because of disputes with local businesses. (1:12) It's a gathering of community council members, business owners, artists and more for Expo Labrador. (11:23) Dangerous Waters...there's a renewed effort to prevent people from going swimming in the Churchill River in Happy Valley Goose Bay. (17:11) Reconnecting cultural ties that were cut due to colonization We hear about Shipu Penashue's journey to the sweat ceremony. (24:04) The Iron City Duathlon was scheduled for this weekend in Lab West...but Smokey Mountain was a little too smoky...literally...for the event to go ahead. We hear about the cancellation and if it will be rescheduled. (33:24) Thirty teams played in an epic volleyball tournament this weekend with players coming in from the Labrador Coast, Labrador West and Quebec. (41:35)
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In the episode, Nick Day is joined on The HR L&D Podcast sofa by Lesley Cooper who is a management consultant with over 25 years of experience in the design and delivery of all elements of employee wellbeing management programs.In 1997 Lesley founded WorkingWell, an award-winning specialist consultancy that helps companies to manage workplace pressure in a way that facilitates growth and development. WorkingWell was shortlisted for “Best Wellbeing Service Provider” at the Great British Workplace Wellbeing Awards 2021.She is co-author with the late Dr. Stephen Williams of “Dangerous Waters – Strategies for Improving Wellbeing at Work”, published by John Wiley & Sons, and “Managing Workplace Stress – a best practice blueprint” published by CBI Books.Now with Global competitive pressures resulting in employees and leaders being put under more pressure than ever to perform, it means that Social, domestic, and economic responsibilities are placing growing and conflicting demands on limited time! In this episode, Nick discusses Wellbeing and Performance with Lesley, and in particular, we explore the concept that everyone is a stakeholder in more detail.In this “Is Managing Wellbeing the Job of HR?” episode with Lesley Cooper on The HR L&D Podcast, we also explore:What do the words Human Resources mean to you?Success is visible, but the impact behind success is often invisible. What impact is this pressure having on wellbeing?How and why does employee wellbeing influence employee performance?Is managing wellbeing the job of HR?What is the role of the employee in managing their own wellbeing – shouldn't the company be doing that?How does manager behaviour influence wellbeing outcomes? What responsibilities do they have?Accessibility of support is an issue in current employee wellbeing but how can organisations address this?Has health moved from a welfare issue to a wealth issue?Tell us more about your book ‘Dangerous Waters' What are the threats that exist within these Dangerous Waters?What are the commercial benefits of improving employee wellbeing?Tell us about your book, ‘Managing Workplace Stress'?What are your top 5 workable solutions for managing stress at work?How do you manage your own stress?Links highlighted in this “Is Managing Wellbeing the Job of HR?” episode are included below:Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lesley-cooper-5536302/Website:
Michael sits down and chats with Tim Noonan, Deputy Director for Health Information Privacy, Data and Cybersecurity at HHS' Office for Civil Rights (OCR). What are some common trends and deficiencies that OCR confronts in their investigations? Why the increase in cyber attacks on business associates and what resources and guidance (spoiler alert: there are plenty) does OCR have available to aid in keeping healthcare entities safe and secure?
Voice of the Loons Dan Terhaar is joined by AJ Fredrickson to recap MNUFC's 2-0 loss to San Jose Saturday night. The two breakdown what went wrong, what went right, and what needs to change heading into Decision Day 2022. A look across the league provides clarity on where the Loons stand heading into the final week of the regular season before The Predictor and Write That Down wrap up this week's show.
On today's show, we discuss the world post Roe v. Wade being overturned and what effect this has had on the psyche of the nation and in the hearts and minds of people. We also offer the debut edition of our "high thoughts for low times" segment and go very deep into the homeless epidemic in America and explore the idea of never letting anyone fall off the American ship. Tune in friends and hang with us as we explore our reality.*Oppression-Birdcage Reference: Marilyn Frye
Nam diễn viên Hoa Kỳ Ray Liotta đã đột ngột qua đời tại Cộng hòa Domenican ở tuổi 67, khi đang quay bộ phim mới nhất của ông là Dangerous Waters. Một trong những vai đáng nhớ nhất của ông là trong bộ phim 'Goodfellas' dựa trên một câu chuyện có thật trong đó ông thủ vai một tên cướp có thật ngoài đời.
United States actor Ray Liotta has died suddenly in the Domenican Republic at the age of 67, while filming his latest movie Dangerous Waters.
Accomplished actor Ray Liotta has died. Liotta died in his sleep at age 67 while in the Dominican Republic where he was filming a movie called, "Dangerous Waters." More on the country's mass shooting problem. What can be done while also maintaining Constitutional rights? We discuss. Don't forget to watch our Homestreatch Film of the Week: Battleground (1949). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
He died suddenly in the Domenican Republic at the age of 67, while filming his latest movie Dangerous Waters.The performer who received a Golden Globe nomination is being remembered for his iconic role as a real-life mobster in the film 'Goodfellas' - Amerykański aktor zmarł na Dominikanie, gdzie pracował nad kolejnym filmem "Dangerous Waters". Miał 67 lat. Sławę przyniosła mu rola Henry'ego Hill'a w nakręconym w 1990 roku filmie "Good Fellas" o polskim tytule "Chłopcy z ferajny" Martina Scorsese.
Sizzling Samachar of the day - 27th May 2022Welcome to OTTplay Sizzling Samachar, I'm your host NikhilNews first up,From Ray Liotta to Jude Law, from Jodie Foster to Susan Sarandon, and more storiesRay Liotta dies at 67Ray Liotta, best known for his roles in Goodfellas, Something Wild, and Field of Dreams, has passed away at the age of 67. As per reports, he died in his sleep and was in the midst of shooting for the film Dangerous Waters in the Dominican Republic. Several actors and filmmakers have paid their respects to Liotta. Goodfellas director Martin Scorsese expressed shock over the sudden death of the actor and said that Liotta was uniquely gifted, adventurous, and courageous as an actor.Jodie Foster to star in True DetectiveOscar-winner Jodie Foster is set to star in the fourth season of the Emmy Award-winning HBO series, True Detective. Titled True Detective: Night Country, the upcoming season is developed by Barry Jenkins and Issa López. Foster plays Detective Liz Danvers in the series wherein she joins hands with Detective Evangeline Navarro to solve the mysterious disappearance of six men in Alaska. Foster also serves as the executive producer in the show. Jude Law to feature in Star Wars: Skeleton CrewJude Law is set to feature in the new Disney+ Star Wars series titled, Star Wars: Skeleton Crew. Jon Watts, the director of the Spider-Man movies starring Tom Holland, is creating the series along with Christopher Ford. Set in the same timeline as the Mandalorian and The Book of Boba Fett, the series revolves around a group of ten-year-old children who get lost in the galaxy. Meanwhile, the first-look footage of the third season of Mandalorian gives a glimpse of Din Djarin's story arc. The third installment is currently in post-production. Another Star Wars series, Andor, is set to premiere on Disney+ on August 31. The 12-episode series is centered on Captain Cassian Andor, played by Diego Luna.Susan Sarandon to star in animated series The MoversAcclaimed actress Susan Sarandon and rapper Fat Joe will play the voice lead in the animated series titled, The Movers. Sarandon will also serve as the creator and executive producer of the show along with her son Jack Henry Robbins, and Danielle Uhlarik. Documentary on Warren Jeffs to premiere on June 8Netflix's upcoming documentary Keep Sweet: Pray and Obey, which follows the lives of polygamist cult leader Warren Jeffs and his late father Rulon Jeffs, is set to premiere on June 8. Emmy-winning director Rachel Dretzin is helming the project. The documentary will give a detailed insight into the crimes committed by Warren which ultimately led to his arrest. Netflix developing series on Horizon Zero DownNetflix is developing a series based on the critically acclaimed PlayStation video game Horizon Zero Dawn. Developed by Guerrilla Games, the video game is set in a post-apocalyptic future where machines dominate the planet. It tells the story of a young machine hunter named Alloy who seeks answers about the lost human civilization in order to save the world from annihilation. A sequel video game was released earlier this year to rave reviews. Well, that's the OTTplay Sizzling Samachar from the world of movies and entertainment for today, until the next episode it's your host Nikhil signing out.Aaj kya dekhoge OTTplay se poochoWritten By Arya Harikumar
When Cavin Odera's parents and oldest sister died of HIV/AIDS, he was mocked and discriminated against. This experience eventually triggered his willingness to empower girls and young women. So he created WA-Wa, to equip them with skills to earn sustainable livelihoods without falling victim to “sex for fish”, a common practice around the Lake Victoria. Wa-Wa trains this woman in everything about fishing, from tying nets, building boats, fishing on Lake Victoria, to fish farming in self-built ponds. More details about WA-WA can be found at: wawakenya.org/
A new MP3 sermon from Total Sovereign Grace Ministries is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Hot Tub Christianity: Dangerous Waters Speaker: Isaiah J. Pyritz Broadcaster: Total Sovereign Grace Ministries Event: Sunday Service Date: 5/14/2022 Bible: Mark 10:17-22; Mark 7:6 Length: 19 min.
A new MP3 sermon from Total Sovereign Grace Ministries is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Hot Tub Christianity: Dangerous Waters Speaker: Isaiah J. Pyritz Broadcaster: Total Sovereign Grace Ministries Event: Sunday Service Date: 5/14/2022 Bible: Mark 10:17-22; Mark 7:6 Length: 19 min.
A new MP3 sermon from Total Sovereign Grace Ministries is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Hot Tub Christianity: Dangerous Waters Speaker: Isaiah J. Pyritz Broadcaster: Total Sovereign Grace Ministries Event: Sunday Service Date: 5/14/2022 Bible: Mark 10:17-22; Mark 7:6 Length: 19 min.
A new MP3 sermon from Total Sovereign Grace Ministries is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Hot Tub Christianity: Dangerous Waters Speaker: Isaiah J. Pyritz Broadcaster: Total Sovereign Grace Ministries Event: Sunday Service Date: 5/14/2022 Bible: Mark 10:17-22; Mark 7:6 Length: 19 min.
More than 3,000 people went missing or died while driving to flee to Europe as refugees, a new report from the United Nations Found. Listen here and learn more at Knewz.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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Eoin Sheahan took a deep dive into each of Thursday nights World Cup play-offs, including Portugal vs Turkey and Italy vs North Macedonia. Italian football journalist, Paddy Agnew also joined #OTBAM to discuss Italy's preparations for the tie. The Azzurri face the prospect of failing to qualify for consecutive World Cups for the first time in their history should they fail to beat North Macedonia tonight. If they do win, they will face the winner of Portugal or Turkey in order to ensure a place at Qatar 2022.
The party venture into the sewer in an attempt to find the source of the attacks
(episode also on my youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCn_xTpd4lFbYzEU3jzKNyOQ)Topics:Tiger king and lockdown,Netflix docsBeing a lazy slob if you're not seeing a girl,Manscape!Don't wanna hear about guys and their manscaping,.Most important issue: Dave Chappelle trying to be funny.Dave meeting with protestors??Woke torch mobs,South Park witch hunt type thing,We're in a scary world now,Hannah Gadsby,Alec Baldwin killed someone?!?!?Gay superman??New matrix about being trans?Being cancelled is always different,Comedian streaming app?Comedians can't be edgy at all now,We're at the bottom of the slippery slope,White comic asking for diversity at his mic,Forcing weird diversity quotas,It's not bad just bc it's only guys,Diversity requirements for mics?Super risky to speak publicly now,People get more outraged at comedians than anything,Epstein child trafficking fine but not comedy.SJW people are not warriors.List of priorities for woke people,Ellen/Elliot page,Trans age.
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Join Pastor Travis Hall in this special episode as he talks about isolation, the misconceptions with depression, and what happens if someone feels the need to always put on a face when in public. Because data shows 7 out of 10 spiritual leaders suffer depression, for Pastor Travis, the mental health issue is still a sensitive topic in the present generation. With the ongoing discussion on how mental health is better approached, will telling someone "maybe you need to pray more"provide comfort and help? Tune in as they put the spot on the Transformational Truth - The Dangerous Waters of Isolation: Depression. Ready your notes, as there will be a ton to take away from this episode. In this episode you will learn: · When handling depression, sometimes we do more harm than good · Isolation leads to depression · What is incongruence, and how does it affect mental health? · God called Elisha unto a mentorship with Elijah · Romans 15:13 is telling you… · …and so much more! About Pastor Travis Hall: Pastor Travis believes God created us on purpose for a purpose. As a pastor and leader for more than 20 years, he has a deep burden in his heart to help people fulfill their God-given potential and adopt a paradigm of leadership that will restore joy to their life. He and his wife Tina have the honor of serving as lead pastor of Life Church International, a community-centric church with more than 500 people from 75 nationalities. Through their partnership with Satisfeed, they've fed more than 1,000 families per week and also provide local food distributors with basic need supplies to help their communities. Aside from his beautiful wife and five amazing children, his most thrilling experience is watching God work through their ministry and leadership to bring more than 5,000 souls to faith in Christ. Catch Pastor Travis Hall on: Website: http://cultivatemypurpose.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pastortravishall/ Seven Deadly Thoughts, Book by Travis H. Hall: https://cultivatemypurpose.com/book/
When the Duperrault family heads out on a yacht with an experienced captain and his wife, they are ready to see the world.When the ship sinks, only the captain, Julian Harvey, manages to survive.A few days later, eleven-year-old Terry Jo Duperrault is fished out of the sea. She's alive, and she has a chilling story about what really happened aboard the Bluebelle.***Links***Tere Jo's Dinghy: https://www.mamamia.com.au/terry-jo-duperrault/Tere Jo's Book: https://www.amazon.com/Alone-Orphaned-Richard-Logan-PhD-ebook/dp/B003NX74G4
This week we discuss the history of one of the most unique type of vessels in maritime history - the whaleback. The focus of the episode is on the SS City of Everett, but to tell that story we have to also discuss Alexander McDougall and his dream of a new type of steamship, designed to be invulnerable to wind and wave. *Originally released 6/23/21; edited and re-uploaded 3/5/22Pacific Steel Barge Company and the whaleback City of Everett - this was the primary source in researching the episode. It's a good read if you have the time and have an interest in the business/finance side of things. This source dispels both the tall tale of Malaga's surrender to the Everett, and the alleged discovery of its wreckage in 2010. - Ohio, Denise. "Pacific Steel Barge Company and the whaleback City of Everett." HistoryLink, 21 Jan 2021. Accessed 14 June 2021. Information about the whaleback James B. Colgate was found via: - Jackson, Matt. “Dangerous Waters.” Beaver, vol. 84, no. 3, June 2004, pp. 36–39. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/beyondthebreakers)
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This episode takes us to some of the deepest, darkest and most awe-inspiring settings planet Earth has to offer. We’re doing a deep dive into, deep diving, as it happens. Specifically, the perilous quest to discover and map unexplored caves in our oceans’ harshest, most remote corners. Our guide is the intrepid Jill Heinerth, a renowned underwater explorer and cave mapper whose projects span decades, and whose insistence that discovery is the driving force of human advancement is an inspiration to us all. Jill’s taking us back to the earliest days of her profession - that’s all the way back to 350 BCE - when ancient divers employed astonishingly complex tools and techniques to explore the oceans whose surfaces were inscrutable, but whose depths yielded deep sea resources and the intangible rewards of piercing that watery veil, to behold an entirely different world. We’ll also examine how the modern profession of underwater exploration is transforming our understanding of what really lies beneath the water that covers over 70% of Earth’s surface, and how what’s -down there- relates to what’s happening -up here-, past, present, and future. So, strap on those “rebreathers” and join our plunge into the vast, uncharted seas. With Jill leading the way, it’s sure to be an adventure to remember.
Teaching and Study helps for Doctrine & Covenants 60-62. These insights coincide with the lesson for May 31-June 6 in the Come Follow Me manual. Principles include: Traveling Truths, Dangerous Waters, Joy in the Journey and more.The Power of Everyday Missionaries: https://amzn.to/2QtCO1nLink to "Blessed and Happy are Those who Keep the Commandments of God": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jXoyurPJF0sLinks to the blog, Etsy shop, and the channel all available at teachingwithpower.com.To download handouts and slides go to https://www.etsy.com/shop/TeachingWithPower.Follow me on Instagram @teachingwithpowerYou can reach me by email at teachingwithpower@gmail.comMusic Provided by Youtube Audio Library. Track Name: Dancing Star. https://teachingwithpower.wixsite.com/teachingwithpower Disclaimer: I alone am responsible for the content of these videos. The opinions in them are mine. They represent my ideas and insights and do not reflect the official position of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
In this special episode of “Two the Point,” Lucio Castro, a Wilson Center global fellow, hosts Piero Ghezzi, an economist and former production minister of Peru, to discuss Latin America's post-pandemic growth challenges and the chronic struggle in Peru to address labor informality.
The President of the Republic, Dangerous Waters, Dancing in the Mist, Wear a Mask --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lisa-meyerson/support
Welcome back to Share Some Mo' Radio Show! Tune in to hear what you can look forward to this new season! Season 3 Episode 1 Tracklist: G-Washington - Mbube Warrior (feat. Miriam Makeba) Lauryn Hill - Nothing Even Matters (feat. D'Angelo) Buddii - Boyewa BYHAZE-Angel Harp D Will- All Over Me (feat. Grizzly & Yashuwah) D Will- Cinderella Dvsn & Ty Dolla $ign - Dangerous City (feat. Buju Banton) Jaz Elise - For You Tarrus Riley - Dangerous Waters (feat. Lila Iké) Aaliyah -Rock The Boat (feat. Sal Houdini) Aaliyah- Rock The Boat (original song) Keezo Kane - Ga Ga Ga (James Brown Steppers Mix) M1RRA B3ATS- Chris brown Amapiano (early 2k remix) Swati X Dj Kayz- Been So Long (Indian-Afro Love song) Follow me on IG @djogprincess (Recorded June 19-June 22, 2020)
Music is slowly but surely coming back! Soon we`ll be able to enjoy music at smaller concerts all over the country. We still don`t know when big music festivals will be making a comeback, but so far we know Exit festival is postponed until August 2020. The Corona crisis made the world realize just how important music is to us. During the lockdown so many people turned to music streaming platforms as well as the social media craze Tik Tok which is highly connected to music. Album of the week is Dangerous Waters. Two weeks ago this record won the Porin music award for Album of the year as well as Porin for Alternative album of the year. Among the songs from J.R. August, this episode of Incubator brings you hits from this weeks HR Top 40 list. And like every week, we`ll walk you through all the news from the music scene. We`ll then listen to Mateo Pilat, Anezi, Damir Kedžo and Pravila igre. List of tracks: Tony Cetinski, Stole – Dom (Hit Records), Mateo Pilat - Do tebe (Aquarius Records), Buđenje - Ronim na dah (Croatia Records), J.R. August - Crucify Me (Croatia Records), Max Hozić i Matej Mudrovčić Mudri – Jugo (Dancing Bear), Antonia Dora i Alen Đuras - Da ti usne slijedim (Rubikon Sound Factory), Anezi - Pokaži mi put (Menart), Damir Kedžo - Divlji vjetre (Remix) (Croatia Records), T.o. feat. Ljubica Gurdulić - Sve ovdje je i sada (Dallas Records), Pravila igre - Usne od šećera (Gema Produkcija), Luka Nižetić i Klapa Kampanel – Ae (Dallas Records), Ivana Kovač - Srećo i tugo (Remix) (Scardona)
We catch up with revered LA-based artist, Jauz - one of the most hard working creatives we've come across. He's a successful producer, songwriter, and DJ in pretty much equal measure, and his collaborations are also something to behold. We chat about his Dangerous Waters tour and EP, his intense schedule, and staying creative during quarantine.
COOL & RELAX Third World ft Damian Marley – You're Not The Only One Tarrus Riley ft Lila Ike – Dangerous Waters Lila Ike – I Spy Kabaka Pyramid & Christopher Martin – Quarantine LOVE RAPTURE RIDDIM D Major – Dream Love Jesse Royal – You and I Charly Black – No Other Lutan Fyah – If She Did Know Tia & Pressure Busspipe – Father Forgive Me Romain Virgo – What Is A Friend Christopher Martin & Busy Signal – Why Christopher Martin – Follow Me Beenie Man – Preachers Daughter Morgan Heritage ft Midian – All For You Chronic Law – All Over Again Christopher Martin – Lovers ROCK & GROOVE RIDDIM Sevana – Haul & Pull Lila Ike – Sweet Inspiration Naomi Cowan – Piece Of Mind Jaz Elise – Rock & Groove Nikeisha Lindo – Vintage Love Kashief Lindo – Bun Down The House Jamesy P – Capeless Heroes CALI ROOTS RIDDIM The Movement – Alien Pepper – Change SOJA – A Brief History Anthony B – Chill Out Collie Buddz – Hold Firm Gentleman – Can't Stop The Love Protoje – Bout Noon Mortimer – No Lies Lila Ike – Stars Align BALTIMORE RIDDIM Courtney John – Baby Tonight Tanto Metro & Devonte – Everytime Tony Rebel – Fire Singing Melody – Ready Mitch – Want No More Lila Ike – Thy Will STEPPA RIDDIM Tony Curtis – Play It Selector Mitch – Always Protect Vershon – Run Wanted Assassin (Agent Sasco) – Stepping Out Buju Banton – Steppa CONSCIENCE RIDDIM Gappy Ranks – Jah Give Life Capleton – Nuh Have No Love Luciano – Haul and Pull Up THE PROJECT RIDDIM Romain Virgo – Save Your Love For Me Busy Signal – Baby Dance Lila Ike – Solitude
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Our out of town adventurers must tackle Captain Grav, the pirate captain that is trying to capture the Truelove 2. Will our heroes survive and make it to the continent? Music from https://filmmusic.io "Take a chance" "Hitman" "Heroic age" "Chase Pulse" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) "Chase"by Alexander Nakarada (https://www.serpentsoundstudios.com/) License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Jauz celebrates his 100th episode with the Dangerous Waters Tour Special! Tune in to hear him reflect on the past two weeks of shows and get an inside look at the fire he's dropping on dancefloors all across the US. Don't forget to rate & review on all of your favorite podcast apps! Post your comments @jauzofficial @heybitethis #BITETHISRADIO
X - 703 // JAUZ Bite // JAUZ Bite @ This Radio 100 (Dangerous Waters Tour Special) 03-02-2020 (Dance, التنظيم الإداري موسيقى الرقص كهرباء إلكتروني ダンスミュージッ電気 電子 χορευτική μουσική) ηλεκτρονικός магистр педагогических наук танцевальная музыка электро электронный 電子型錄 舞蹈音樂 電 電子 ) ( full show - Edm - Electro)
Jauz plays a mini-mix of his brand new EP 'Dangerous Waters', alongside a bunch of other brand new music from artists such as Tchami, Zeds Dead, Slushii, Habstrakt, KLOUD, Wuki, Duke & Jones and many more! Don't forget to rate & review on all of your favorite podcast apps! Post your comments @jauzofficial @heybitethis #BITETHISRADIO
IRAN has lost their damned minds; however, they are containable. As the DEEP STATE continues to radicalize the Mainstream Media, HISTORY will show that Trump has done the RIGHT THING! The LEFT will do and SAY ANYTHING to ensure that Trump doesn't get elected for another 4 years. However, Jobs are up and people are making more MONEY than they did when that BARACK OBAMA WAS PRESIDENT!!! #Trump2020
COOL & RELAX: BEST OF 2019 ROCK & GROOVE riddim Naomi Cowan – Piece Of Mind Jaz Elise – Rock & Groove Sevana – Haul And Pull Lila Ike – Sweet Inspiration Etana – Rock My Body Tarrus Riley ft Lila Ike – Dangerous Waters India Arie – Little Things (FG reggae rmx) ST ANDREW riddim Alaine – You Give Me Hope Queen Ifrica – To See Tarrus Riley – Jamaican Proverbs Morgan Heritage – We Don't Want Them Romain Virgo – Melanin Tony Rebel – Man A Big Man Romain Virgo – Dutty Man Tarrus Riley ft Nia V – Just Love Richie Spice – Together We Stand Morgan Heritage – Hold On DUB WI LUV riddim Qraig – Where Is The Love Deep Jahi – Guns Out I-Octane – Karma Lutan Fyah – Spliff Tail Teflon – Want Mi Ganja DANGER IN YOUR EYES riddim Richie Spice ft Capleton – These Are The Days Turbulence – All I Ever Wanted Romain Virgo – You Made Me Cry Jah Cure ft Christopher Martin & Chuck Fender – See Me Right Here Gyptian ft Sharrie – Danger In Your Eyes Popcaan – New Found Love Idris Elba ft Kranium & Tanika – Stand By Me Mr Eazi ft Chronixx – She Loves Me MADE IN JAMAICA riddim J Boog – Love Like This D Major – Guarantee Chris Martin – Sweet Khalessi I-Octane – Can't Get Over Alaine – Better Life Busy Signal ft Josey Wales – Bring Back The Vibes DJ Khaled ft Buju Banton – Holy Ground Markus Myrie, Jahazeil Myrie & Buju Banton – False Pretense Buju Banton – Steppa Protoje ft Lila Ike & Agent Sasco – Not Another Word Jesse Royal ft Protoje – Lionorder Verse Simmonds – Gunstown GENERAL A GENERAL riddim Chris Martin – General A General Jesse Royal ft Chris Martin – Green Grass Naomi Cowan – The Way Anthony B – Born To Win Busy Signal – No Way Out Pressure ft Kabaka Pyramid & Jah 9 – Lion Is A Lion rmx Koffee – Throne Skip Marley ft Damian Marley – That's Not You Lila Ike – Where I'm Coming From Mortimer – Lightning
You want your kid to do something they don’t WANT to do, but you know it’s for their own safety. Should you push them at any cost? How do you recognize when it’s time to give up? Is it possible to change your mind in a way that doesn’t show them weakness that may come back to bite you?
WE HAVE OUR FIRST CHARACTER DEATH! Today, we're diving into Season 1 Episode 9 "Dangerous Waters." Highlights include: a Pixar copyright scandal, Rikki adding attempted murder to her record, and we read a fan email! Send your Hotstuff to: Noordinarygirlspod@gmail.com Twitter: @No_Ordinarypod
Jeannette A. Murray, PsyD, CHT is a mental health counselor and hypnotherapist and the author/illustrator of Mrs. Myers – Act I and Mrs. Myers – Act II mystery novels, and The Diagnostic Manual for Cats—DMC-I. She also wrote Stepping Into Time: A Guide to Honolulu’s Historic Landmarks. stinkbug-mountain-books.com Paul J. Mila’s exciting undersea-themed thriller novels feature characters based on real people he's met diving in Cozumel. Paul's titles include: Killer in Paradise,Near Miss, Whale's Angels, Fireworks, Dangerous Waters. He wrote the children's book Harry Hawksbill Helps His Friends about diversity and inclusion, and Basic Underwater Photography. www.paulmila.com Nick Sullivan has been an actor in NY City theater, TV, film, and recorded 450 audiobooks since 1994. Decades of scuba diving and travel inspired him to write The Deep Series Caribbean Dive Adventures. The first book Deep Shadow, is set in the island of Bonaire. www.deepnovels.com www.nicksullivan.net.
A major basketball coach with Clemson ties is in major trouble. Plus, Clemson is somehow still alive for the NCAA tournament, and CBS' Jerry Palm breaks down why.
“Honesty is the best policy”—for life change. It enables us to peer into our hearts and see our nature as it truly is, deceitful and prone to distraction. Being honest with ourselves is the first step toward leading a focused life for Jesus.
“Honesty is the best policy”—for life change. It enables us to peer into our hearts and see our nature as it truly is, deceitful and prone to distraction. Being honest with ourselves is the first step toward leading a focused life for Jesus.
How can design thinking help address what the UN has called the worst cholera outbreak in recorded history? In Yemen, a country where two thirds of the population do not have access to clean water, the UNDP Country Office supported a team of local innovators through UNDP’s regional Youth Leadership Programme to address this challenge. By using a design thinking approach, the needs and concerns of users were put front and center throughout the research and development process. The team, proceeding by trial and error, ultimately developed an affordable water filter for all. Produced by Jennifer Colville and Sowt | صوت
How can design thinking help address what the UN has called the worst cholera outbreak in recorded history? In Yemen, a country where two thirds of the population do not have access to clean water, the UNDP Country Office supported a team of local innovators through UNDP’s regional Youth Leadership Programme to address this challenge. By using a design thinking approach, the needs and concerns of users were put front and center throughout the research and development process. The team, proceeding by trial and error, ultimately developed an affordable water filter for all. Produced by Jennifer Colville and Sowt | صوت
Captain Alex Piccolo is the host of Pirate Theater, a new YouTube series for people who want to bone up on their pirate stuff. We'll dig into Alex's background with theater, film, Ren Faires, and Rocky Horror. And we'll talk about what happens when he lays out a fact that turns out to be wrong. We also do a shorty call with Darren Simon about his new book "Dangerous Waters"! Under The Crossbones is a podcast all about pirate culture. Your host Phil Johnson (comedian, musician, and pirate geek) interviews the most interesting people in the pirate subculture: Actors, Authors, Historians, Musicians, Artists, Festival Founders, Clothing and Prop Designers, Treasure Hunters, Archaeologists, and more. Click this link to get yourself a copy of Darren Simons' "Deadly Waters" and support the show! - https://amzn.to/2SaXDuH Today's show is sponsored by: Calusa Spirits by SR Staley - The third book in the Pirate of Panther Bay series will be out September 19th. Head over to http://www.SRStaley.com for all the info. 30 Day Guitar Challenge - Learn 3 songs in 30 days with just 10 minutes of playing time per day! Free to participate. http://www.underthecrossbones.com/guitar TeePublic - This is a great company that works with independent tshirt artists to get their work out to the world and pay them fairly for it. I've personally curated a selection of 100 really cool pirate tshirts that you'll love. You'll get a super cool shirt AND support both the artist and Under The Crossbones! Check out the selection at: http://www.underthecrossbones.com/shirt Pirate Radio of the Treasure Coast - The best in pirate talk and music! Get to listenin'! http://www.PirateRadioOfTheTreasureCoast.com For videos, pictures, album links and more, be sure to click through to the full show notes. http://www.UnderTheCrossbones.com/162 Important Websites: Pirate Theater - http://www.piratetheater.com/ Pirate Theater on YouTube Darren Simon - http://www.Darren-Simon.com Find out more about my comedy, music, and tour dates at http://www.PhilJohnsonComedy.com Additional Show Notes: http://www.UnderTheCrossbones.com/162 Support the show!: http://www.UnderTheCrossbones.com/support Subscribe to Under The Crossbones on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/under-crossbones-pirate-podcast/id1039621331?mt=2 Visit http://www.UnderTheCrossbones.com for all the episodes. Facebook - http://www.facebook.com/underthecrossbones Twitter - http://www.twitter.com/undercrossbones
11. Plane Crash Rescue In this episode, we’re again joined by Dave Anderson from the first episodes of the Brinkman Adventures; Dangerous Waters! Dave shares with us the incredible story of the plane crash rescue! Enjoy! Special Guest: Dave Anderson Host: Eric Schilder Co-hosts: Sarah Bultman & Ian Bultman Links From This Episode: To learn more about Dave Anderson and his ministry, visit his website at www.thefellowship.com To read more about Dangerous Waters part 2, go to our website and select “Real Stories”. Dangerous Waters part 2 is in Season 1, episode 2. If you’d like to see more of the behind the scenes of Dangerous Waters, watch this video. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NMaUxHT6Yjw) Join us next time as we chat about our Brinkman Adventure, “Crisis in the Congo”! Search for: Podcasts 36. Hopelessness Transformed 35. Recognizing God’s Voice in the Storm 34. Believing God’s Word 33. Did God Use Evolution? 32. Gospel Patrons Subscribe with Apple Podcasts Subscribe with Google Play Subscribe with Android Subscribe with Feedly Subscribe with Tunein Subscribe with E-mail Subscribe with RSS More Options
10. Communism Invaded w/ Dave Anderson In this episode, we’re joined by Dave Anderson from the first episodes of the Brinkman Adventures; Dangerous Waters! Dave shares with us some of the history of Lavrentiya and the surrounding area. Along with some of the deeper stories that accompanied this special ministry to Russia. Enjoy! Special Guest: Dave Anderson Host: Eric Schilder Co-hosts: Sarah Bultman Links From This Episode: To learn more about Dave Anderson and his ministry, visit his website at www.thefellowship.com, or at shephardsretreat.org To read more about Dangerous Waters part 2, go to our website and select “Real Stories”. Dangerous Waters part 2 is in Season 1, episode 2. If you’d like to see more of the behind the scenes of Dangerous Waters, watch this video Search for: Podcasts 36. Hopelessness Transformed 35. Recognizing God’s Voice in the Storm 34. Believing God’s Word 33. Did God Use Evolution? 32. Gospel Patrons Subscribe with Apple Podcasts Subscribe with Google Play Subscribe with Android Subscribe with Feedly Subscribe with Tunein Subscribe with E-mail Subscribe with RSS More Options
02. Creating Dangerous Waters In this episode, we’re joined by Ian Bultman and we’re talking about the creating of Dangerous Waters. Dangerous Waters was our very first Brinkman Adventure episode! Hear Ian talk about the true events that took place in his family which created structure for this episode, and how he discovered the missionary story that is introduced. You will hear how we choose our actors, how we found our theme song, and hear Sarah speak about our new Brinkman Curriculum! Host: Eric Schilder Co-hosts: Ian Bultman & Sarah Bultman Links From This Episode: Learn more about the curriculum Here. Purchase the curriculum Here Check out this fun interview with Dave Anderson, our featured missionary in Dangerous Waters. If you’d like to see more of the behind the scenes of Dangerous Waters, watch this video Join us next time as we chat about our Brinkman Adventure, “Crisis in the Congo”! Search for: Podcasts 36. Hopelessness Transformed 35. Recognizing God’s Voice in the Storm 34. Believing God’s Word 33. Did God Use Evolution? 32. Gospel Patrons Subscribe with Apple Podcasts Subscribe with Google Play Subscribe with Android Subscribe with Feedly Subscribe with Tunein Subscribe with E-mail Subscribe with RSS More Options
01. The Brinkman Beginnings Welcome to the all-new and much anticipated Brinkman Podcast! In this first podcast, we’re chatting about what you can expect from this podcast, how the Brinkman Adventures began, and more about the mission behind Brinkman Adventures. Join us! Host: Eric Schilder Co-hosts: Sarah Bultman & Ian Bultman Special guest: Pat Roy Links From This Episode: Here you can find the new audio drama that Pat Roy is currently working on; Time Chroniclers Pat Roy is the original creator of Jonathan Park, find out more about this awesome radio drama here; Jonathan Park Be the first to hear new updates and news about the Brinkman Adventures, follow us on Facebook! Join us for our next episode, where we’ll be speaking about the creation of our first episode; Dangerous Waters. We’ll hear again from Ian Bultman, and learn more about one of the newest products that we’ve launched! You won’t want to miss it! Search for: Podcasts 36. Hopelessness Transformed 35. Recognizing God’s Voice in the Storm 34. Believing God’s Word 33. Did God Use Evolution? 32. Gospel Patrons Subscribe with Apple Podcasts Subscribe with Google Play Subscribe with Android Subscribe with Feedly Subscribe with Tunein Subscribe with E-mail Subscribe with RSS More Options
Professor Pringle encounters an extremely lazy river, a town flattening wave pool, and a nasty rash, when he interviews the owner of a homemade water park.
Today we have special guest co-host: Ophir Gottlieb, Capital Market Laboratories. Volatility Review: A look back at the week from a volatility perspective. VIX Cash: 9.89 VVIX: 83.83 - Both almost unchanged from last week. CBOE Skew Index : 124.55 VIX Futures till steep Russell's Weekly Rundown: VIX Options: Mon - Closed, Tues - 264k, Weds - 545k, Thurs - 231k, ADV - 722K VIX Call/Put: 3.2/1 Total 8.37m (6.39m Calls, 1.98m Puts) OIV - 29, OVX - 31 Volatility Voicemail: Options Question of the Week AMZN just hit $1000. Will GOOGL do it next? GOOGL $1000 call expiring Friday = $4, $1000 Put = $8. How would you trade? Sell $1000 Call for $4 - 21% Buy $1000 Call for $4 - 38% Sell $1000 Straddle: $12 - 19% Sell $1000 Put for $8 - 22% Listener Questions and Comments: Comment from FContangotrader - @Options @OptionPit @OptionVol @RussellRhoads I am very impressed from Mark and his poetry and ABC options and Uber rhyme Comment from Production One - Replying to @Options @optionpit Meatball long 1W SPX straddle hit! Way to go Marco! Question from JavierLBC -Hi guys. I am new. found you on stocktwits. Did you see 36,000 sep 25 calls on VIX? Crystal Ball: Wild and reckless prognostication. Last week: Russell - 10.75 Mark S. - 9.75 Mark L. - 10.25 This week: Russell - 10.60 Mark S. - 9.63 Mark L. - 9.75 Ophir - 10
Today we have special guest co-host: Ophir Gottlieb, Capital Market Laboratories. Volatility Review: A look back at the week from a volatility perspective. VIX Cash: 9.89 VVIX: 83.83 - Both almost unchanged from last week. CBOE Skew Index : 124.55 VIX Futures till steep Russell's Weekly Rundown: VIX Options: Mon - Closed, Tues - 264k, Weds - 545k, Thurs - 231k, ADV - 722K VIX Call/Put: 3.2/1 Total 8.37m (6.39m Calls, 1.98m Puts) OIV - 29, OVX - 31 Volatility Voicemail: Options Question of the Week AMZN just hit $1000. Will GOOGL do it next? GOOGL $1000 call expiring Friday = $4, $1000 Put = $8. How would you trade? Sell $1000 Call for $4 - 21% Buy $1000 Call for $4 - 38% Sell $1000 Straddle: $12 - 19% Sell $1000 Put for $8 - 22% Listener Questions and Comments: Comment from FContangotrader - @Options @OptionPit @OptionVol @RussellRhoads I am very impressed from Mark and his poetry and ABC options and Uber rhyme Comment from Production One - Replying to @Options @optionpit Meatball long 1W SPX straddle hit! Way to go Marco! Question from JavierLBC - Hi guys. I am new. found you on stocktwits. Did you see 36,000 sep 25 calls on VIX? Crystal Ball: Wild and reckless prognostication. Last week: Russell - 10.75 Mark S. - 9.75 Mark L. - 10.25 This week: Russell - 10.60 Mark S. - 9.63 Mark L. - 9.75 Ophir - 10
Through Dangerous Waters
Rev. Marc Mason, Matthew 3;13-17, "Dangerous Waters"
There are some places in the sea that are more dangerous than others, especially for the ships that sail them. One of these places has brought down over 2000 ships and still claims lives today. It's called the Graveyard of the Pacific, and in this episode, we'll discuss shipwrecks, sunken treasure, and ghost stories surrounding this famously tragic coastline. Now sponsored by: ThinkGeek bit.ly/morbidgeek BetterWorld Books bit.ly/morbidbooksus or bit.ly/morbidbooksuk Audible.com www.audibletrial.com/mcp Twitter: @morbidpodcast Facebook: /morbidcuriositypodcast Instagram: @morbidcusriositypodcast
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Synopsis Jeanne Le Page is lucky to be alive … 15 years ago she was almost killed in a boating accident which brought heart-breaking family tragedy. Now 31, Jeanne is returning reluctantly to the Island of Guernsey following the death of her beloved Grandmother. Struggling for breath as the ferry nears the Island, Jeanne feels a dark foreboding overwhelm her as hazy memories of that terrible day resurface. Only back on the Island to sell her inheritance - her Grandmother’s old cottage - she has no intention of sticking around to pick up her old life. But the cottage holds a secret, dating back to World War II, and Jeanne becomes drawn into discovering more. Then ,shortly after her arrival, a chance meeting with an old teenage crush leads her to thoughts of love. Jeanne is forced to face her demons, reliving the tragedy as her lost memory returns. The truth is finally revealed, endangering Jeanne’s life for a second time… Dangerous Waters is a heart-warming contemporary romance that captures the reader’s imagination, written in a style compared to that of Maeve Binchy. Excerpt Jeanne stepped out on deck as the spring sun broke through the clouds. A warm glow spread across green and gold jewel-like Herm and its big sister, Guernsey, patchworked with fields and granite buildings. The salt-laden air enveloped her like an old, trusty coat. Taking a deep breath, she closed her eyes and was a child again, playing on the beach with her parents. The image was so powerful that tears formed and she blundered, unseeing, towards the railings. As her vision cleared she found herself staring at Herm and, without warning, was overwhelmed by such a strong feeling of fear that she had to hold onto the rail. Jeanne’s heart began to race, blood pounded in her head and her breathing came in short, painful gasps. Oh my God, what’s happening to me? After all this time, please, not again! Struggling to breathe she was on the verge of passing out. Letting go of the rail she stumbled, crashing into a man walking past. ‘Hey, steady on! Look where you’re going!’ he shouted, grabbing hold of her to stop them both falling. ‘Overdid the dutyfrees, did you?’ Stung by his accusation, she took a deep breath before replying. ‘No…no. I just lost my balance.’ His hands gripped her arms so hard that she could already imagine the bruises. ‘Hey, that hurts!’ His grip loosened and he guided her back to the rail. She clung on, filling her lungs with sea air. ‘Sorry, didn’t mean to hurt you. Okay now?’ Jeanne nodded. As the man stepped back she took in, through a still blurred gaze, dark brown hair, deep blue eyes and the muscled arms of a man unlikely to be a pen-pusher. Responding to his warmer tone, she managed a tight smile before straightening up and walking, unsteadily, to the starboard side. What on earth was that? Is this what I can expect now? Perhaps I shouldn’t have come back. Not that I had a choice…The thoughts whirled around her pounding head and she shuddered as she leant against the railings as Guernsey came into full view. While the ferry headed towards St Peter Port harbour, it seemed as if she were approaching a strange, unknown country rather than the land of her birth. The whole of the northern sea front, from Les Banques into St Peter Po
Mone, Gregory. DANGEROUS WATERS : AN ADVENTURE ON THE TITANIC
Biblical Authority: hearing and believing the truth doesn't accomplish anything if we are not willing to adjust our lives and our course to what it says is true and better. (Value #1-Biblical Authority)
When Monica and her family went to collect water in their South African village, they often had to face dangerous wild hippos—and worse—the water they collected was not fit to drink. See how an Operation Blessing team found a safe, clean water solution for this family in need. To learn more about Operation Blessing's work go to: http://www.operationblessing.org
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