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An Angel For Bishop: Part 4 A Criminal Investigation Exposes Powerful Alliances. But Willow Becomes Free & Legal. In 4 parts, based on a post by BurntRedstone. Listen to the Podcast at Steamy Stories. Dan pulled the keyboard towards him and banged out a quick email to Kira with the measurements and the details of where to get the secure credentials. He maintained an online repository for such details and he knew she had the credentials to access that. Once that was sent he pushed back his chair and stood up with Willow in his arms. She snuggled her face into his neck. He carried her into the kitchen and checked on the timer for the pizza. It was almost ready. Dan walked over to the kitchen table and set Willow down on a chair. She seemed reluctant to let go but when he asked her to she did immediately. He set the table and poured some drinks. The oven chimed and he took the pizza out. He ran the cutter over the pizza to ensure the slices were separated and brought it over to the table setting it between them. "If there are any toppings you don't like feel free to pick them off," he said. Apparently Willow had a lot of experience with pizza so Dan was free to just watch her devour slice after slice. Finally she pushed back from the table and rubbed her tummy which showed just the slightest bump. Dan tidied up and wrapped up a few sliced that were left over. These would be good for her mid-morning snack tomorrow. It was still early so he asked Willow if she'd like to see a movie. She got a strange look in her eye which Dan wasn't able to interpret but she nodded hesitantly. Dan grabbed the tablet PC and pulled up the listing of movies they had on the house server. He thought he would start out really light. He had no idea what she liked or what kind of movies she had been exposed to. This would be a good experiment. He took her hand and led her through the living room grabbing up the blanket they'd left on the couch. Once they were comfortably seated on their recliners in the theater room he used the tablet to activate the projector. She watched the screen with some hesitancy until she saw it was an animated film about dogs. She glanced over questioningly. "Have you ever seen 'Lady and the Scamp'?" he asked She shook her head, eyes wide and riveted to the screen. Dan leaned back and enjoyed the movie. He especially enjoyed watching the innocence in Willow's face as she became thoroughly involved with the story. He saw her delight, her tears, and once heard her laugh out loud before she clamped her hand over her mouth and looked at him nervously. He only smiled so she turned back to the film. When it was over she was looking at him and practically vibrating with excitement. He smiled and gestured for her to come closer. She leapt from her chair and climbed onto his to smother his face with kisses. "So you liked that?" he chuckled. She nodded vigorously with a big grin on her face. "I'm going to read in bed before I go to sleep. I suppose we should discuss sleeping arrangements," he said. Willow looked a little nervous. "From the fact that you snuck into my bed this afternoon, may I assume you would prefer to not sleep in your own room? I want you to know that I won't be offended, hurt, angry, or disappointed if you would like to have your very own room and sleep in your own bed. I respect your need for privacy and personal space. I also want you to know that the offer for having your own room will always be there even if you don't choose to do it right away." Willow's voice got really quiet. "May I stay with you?" "Yes," he simply said. She beamed at him and rubbed her body against his. He could feel himself responding so he sat up and lifted her to her feet. They walked out of the theater and made their way back to the master bedroom. He put new sheets on the bed and dug out a long t-shirt Willow could use for pajamas. He was going to run out of clothes himself if he had to share so much of this wardrobe with her. He slipped off his clothes and stepped into some shorts he slept in. When he turned back Willow was in the t-shirt and had her dirty clothes in her arms. They put their clothes in the bin and brushed their teeth together, an activity which seemed to delight Willow. Soon they were tucked into the bed, he reading the news from his tablet and she stretched out against his side. Dan managed to read for an hour before his eyes grew weary and he put the tablet away. He slipped down under the covers and Willow snuggled in after looking at him for permission. He'd have to work on that. Then they drifted off. Chapter 4 Dan arranged with Wally to do some deliveries for him. His friend was also delighted to hear his best buddy had found some female companionship. The pilot made two separate drops over three days, the first being extra groceries to tide them over until spring thaw and the second was the clothes for Willow. Kira really came through with the shopping spree and Willow was set. So many beautiful outfits and some seriously sexy underwear. Willow delighted in trying them on for Dan to see and he delighted in taking them off. She enjoyed that too. A few weeks later Andrei got back to Dan to say his investigator was having some difficulty following the cold trail but was still working on it. The people in question had lived secretive lives and even the information on their deaths was often limited. Officer Duncan called back and said that the Fed's would wait for Dan and Willow to come in for an interview. Dan worked on two projects for customers during those months and was very pleased with his productivity. While Willow was often a distraction and a delightful one, he was far more focused when he was working. His clients were very happy as well. He determined that she needed a hobby. She was fascinated when he built prototypes for his projects in the metalworking shop so he started teaching her how to work with metal, including welding. She showed an immediate aptitude for it and began building small sculptures with pieces of scrap metal as practice. Once he was confident that she understood and followed all of the safety precautions he would leave her to her creating and go back to his work. She wouldn't stay away from him for long though. She'd pop her head in to see him every 30 minutes or so and the anxious look would slip from her face when he smiled her way. The next few months flew by. Dan kept up the calorie and nutrition rich diet for Willow, combined with some light exercises and she responded very well. Soon the gauntness left her features and her curves began to fill out. Sooner than he expected the winter months passed and the snows began to recede. Spring rains began in earnest and did their best to wash away the rest of the snow. Dan received notification from the highway patrol that the mountain road would officially open in a week. This gave him time to make preparations and setup appointments with the various government officials in the city to begin the process of building Willow a new identity. Andrei had gotten back to him with the disappointing news that his investigator had been unable to identify Willow's mother. There had been a surprising number of unidentified dead Jane Doe's in the rough geographic area and time frame the investigator had been given. There was a good possibility that the woman had been renting her apartment on a cash basis from the original owners so there were no records. There were no work records they could trace back either so he'd reached a dead end. Dan sat down with Willow to discuss next steps. They sat on a couch in the living room before the fireplace watching the flames dance across the logs. He asked her how she wanted to proceed. Willow just asked him what he thought she should do. She had no emotional connection to her past. What she'd gone through had scoured that away. Dan held Willows hands as he looked into her eyes and felt himself falling into their depths. She'd become such an important part of his life over the past few months. He'd come to the realization that he could no longer see his life without her in it. He was still dealing with his PTSD though the flash back episodes were less frequent now than they'd ever been. Dan was amazed that this beautiful, damaged woman could make his own broken mind feel so strong and complete. "I've set up some appointments to get you identity documentation so we can get you a passport so you can travel with me. It hinges on your having a name." "My name is Willow," she smiled at him and he felt his heart skip. He really did love this woman! "If you would have me, I would like you to be Willow Bishop. Will you be my wife?" he asked holding his breath. Willow's eyes went large and her mouth opened in surprise. Tears welled up in those beautiful eyes and she flung herself against his chest as the tears burst forth. "Yes! Oh, yes!" she wailed. They clung to each other and shared tears and kisses, both feeling more complete than they'd ever felt apart. Once they'd got control over their tears they sat back on the couch holding hands and watched the fire. "Normally I'd present you with an engagement ring but there's a shortage of jewelry stores in this neighborhood," Dan said, smiling. "You don't need to buy me a ring," Willow whispered, still in shock over Dan's proposal. "Yes I do and you will have the most lovely and dazzling ring we can find but it's still going to pale next to your beauty," Dan insisted. She snuggled into his arm and purred. The following week was especially warm for spring. They climbed into the Jeep for the first time since he'd rescued her from the cliff. They made their way carefully down to the road and drove to the city. Willow had no memory of her first time through this route as she'd been in a far worse physical and mental state on that trip. Their first errand was to meet with the police and the Feds. He'd made arrangements in advance so they were expecting them. Dan and Willow were ushered into a conference room where they sat holding hands. Two men entered the room shortly after them. Officer Duncan was a big man. Peppery hair cropped short and broad shoulders with a barrel chest, he looked like he'd be better fit as a lumberjack than wearing a suit in an office. The man next to him was so average your eyes would pass over him on the street and not even register he was there. Grey suit, brown hair, medium height and build, regular features, he was a study in neutral. Officer Duncan introduced him as Special Agent Joel Gregson. The only thing that seemed off character was the dainty gold pinkie ring the man wore. For some reason it raised the hairs on the back of Dan's neck. An Agent Pays A Price For Corruption. After the introductions were made, Dan gave his statement about Willow's rescue to the two men. Duncan recorded the statement and asked questions. Gregson sat quietly, watching. Mostly watching Willow in Dan's opinion. The man was creepy but he supposed working on the violent gang task force probably did that to a person. Exposed to so much horror and violence, some of it had to leak in. Willow was obviously picking up on it as well as she moved closer to Dan and clung to his hand. Finally, Dan had had enough. "Excuse me, Agent Gregson. Would you please stop staring at Willow. She's had enough of that in her life and it makes her very uncomfortable," he said firmly. "I'm not sure what you mean," the man said with an emotionless voice. Dan felt her grip on his hand tighten. Duncan had picked up on the vibe as well and was uncomfortable with the federal agent too. "You read the history report Dan sent us. The woman was traumatized." The agent just looked at Duncan and looked away. "If you've finished with Mr. Bishop I would like to interview 'Willow' about what she saw and heard during her time with the Blood Brothers. Alone." Dan's hackles went up when Gregson said her name. "That's not going to happen. If you want to ask her questions you're free to do so, but I will be here for her support and protection." "Protection? You really think you're up to that task? I've read your file. You're a mental gimp. Load on the pressure and you crack. How are you going to single handedly protect her from the Chula Vista Chapter of the Blood Brothers? When they learn you've killed one of theirs and stolen one of their bitches-" he sneered. Dan surged to his feet and Duncan grabbed his arm. "You will not refer to Willow with that term." Duncan turned an angry glare at the Fed. "And how would the Chula Vista Chapter come into possession of that information. I noted you said when not if ." Gregson examined his nails and shrugged. "Information is so difficult to contain these days," he said. "Not really Agent. That information will not leave my files so the only possible leak would have to come from you, wouldn't it?" Duncan growled. "The only truly secure files are those involved in active investigations. Where witnesses actively assist Agents in building solid cases against the criminals." He looked straight at Willow with a greasy smile. "So basically you're telling us we give you what you want or you leak the information to the gang," Dan growled. Officer Duncan stared at the Agent with a thunderous rage building. "I'm saying nothing of the sort. Those aren't my words," the agent said with a false look of innocence. "You've been working too long with the worst sort of people Agent Gregson. We can no longer distinguish you from them. We're done here. Come on Willow, the air is tainted in here," Dan said with a look of disgust. She was immediately at his side and followed him out. Gregson admired the view as she left. Duncan shook his head and left to speak with Dan before he left. "Mr. Bishop! I'm so sorry about that. I had no idea the FBI would send such a scumbag. You were right, he HAS been undercover too long. I'll speak with my Captain about this." Dan leaned in to the officer. "I think what bothered me most was that the guy gave off the impression that he wanted to be the next name on Willow's list of Masters. The list is dead. She's no longer a slave." "Yeah, I got that impression too. Creepy," the officer shuddered. "Thanks! You know where to find me if you have any more questions," Dan said and walked out of the precinct with Willow who was trembling. Once they were back in Dan's Jeep he turned to her. "Willow, I'm so sorry you had to be exposed to that creep." "Maybe I should have spoken with him alone? Then he wouldn't tell the gang where to find you?" she whispered. "Agent Gregson doesn't have any humanity left in his soul. I could see it in his eyes. I seriously don't believe he wanted to help you or wanted assistance in a case. I believe he wanted to own you and I swore to protect you from that. Do you trust me?" Dan asked. "Yes!" she gasped. "Do you love me?" he asked gently. "Yes!" she gushed. "I love you and I want us to get married so let's go do that!" he smiled and she gave him a dazzling smile back. They made their way to the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration office. He had arranged an appointment today to review the paperwork he'd submitted for Willow. He had no idea how long it would take them to do their own investigation. It turned out that the Immigration woman had worked some miracles. Willow now had official government documentation identifying her as U.S. citizen, Willow Smith. Dan had raised an eyebrow at the surname but the woman just quirked a mysterious smile and stamped the document to make it legal. They stopped by the local jewelry shop and picked up some simple wedding bands that fit and Dan picked out a stunning engagement ring. There was a large, brilliant diamond in the center surrounded by smaller but equally brilliant diamonds in a circular pattern. Willows eyes were wide with shock at the size and beauty of the ring and she began to tremble when he dropped to one knee in the store. He had to make it official. "Willow, will you marry me?" he said looking into her eyes which were filling with tears. She nodded rapidly as she was unable to speak. He slipped the ring on her trembling finger and took her in his arms. She kissed him and cried with joy. The sales clerks and a few customers all cheered and Willow's cheeks hurt from how broadly she was smiling. Dan paid for the rings and promised to return to get the engagement ring resized. Next they'd visited the Justice of the Peace for a quick ceremony and they were legally married. The paperwork was submitted and soon Willow Smith would be Willow Bishop on paper as well. Then he'd apply for her passport. After all, they had a honeymoon to plan. Willow had never been as happy in her life. She clung to her husband's arm as they left the building. Husband! She never contemplated that she'd ever use that word for herself. Dan turned to her and smiled. "Now for the really glamorous side of marriage; we get to go grocery shopping!" he grinned. Willow giggled, a sound rarely heard from her but she just couldn't help herself. "We'll have our honeymoon soon but for now we need to stock up on some items for the house," he said. At the grocery store Dan ran a practiced eye over the shelves and filled the cart with the necessities. Willow pushed a cart of her own and they soon filled them both. They paid and loaded the bags into the jeep. As they pulled out of the parking lot they missed the tan sedan slipping out of the lot behind them. Chapter 5 It didn't take long for Dan and Willow to unload the jeep and put away the groceries. Dan got dinner started then he scooped his wife over his shoulder and rushed into the bedroom as she grinned madly. He laid her out on the bed and she beamed up at him. "Hello, wife." Dan said with a smile. Willow's eyes brimmed with tears of joy and she held her arms up to draw him down onto the bed with her. Dan knelt next to her then lowered his body over her slowly, drinking in her beauty with his eyes. Willow grabbed his shoulders and pulled him down the final inches so she could kiss him. The kiss was sweet and slow at first; the caressing of lips and just the lightest of touches with the tips of their tongues. This inflamed their need and soon their mouths were eagerly pressed together. Their passions exploded as Willow slid her tongue deeply into his mouth. Dan returned her kiss with equal fervor. He slid his right hand up the side of her body from her thigh to her breast and gently tugged at her nipple. She gasped into his mouth and kissed him just a little harder. Dan sat up and undid Willow's pants. He tugged them off then quickly slid her panties down and off as well. Willow arched her back in reaction and cried out. He stroked her again and again and each time Willow's voice grew louder and her body arched up to meet him more. His tongue pressed deeply into her. Willow screamed as her orgasm gushed from her. Her body thrashed as wave after wave rushed through her senses. When Dan noticed she was twitching from her over sensitivity he pulled back and let her come down from her bliss. Her face was covered in a sheen of sweat from their exertions, she panted and her eyes were rolling but he was completely enraptured by her. Even, no, particularly when she was in her most raw state she was beauty personified. Her eyes finally opened and she looked at him with a heat he hadn't seen before. She grinned and pushed him onto his back. She tugged his pants and underwear. She gave herself a moment to admire it.  He felt himself getting harder until it felt like iron. Dan gasped and would have sat up in reaction but her hand was outstretched in preparation and forced him down onto his back. She slowly pulled back until she was able to get a deep breath. The sensation was unbelievable. She repeated this again and again and Dan was moaning with the intensity of it and quickly losing control. Suddenly she pulled off and gasped to catch her breath. Willow climbed up his legs and positioned herself above him. Dan's eyes shot. He looked up at her face and saw the intense. "Easy, Willow. If it hurts we don't have to do this." he said to her. She smiled at him without opening her eyes. Dan was losing his mind in the incredible. She pulled off her blouse and undid her bra and tossed them aside. She pulled his hands to her and he knew what she wanted. It had taken him some time to come to terms with the idea that she needed a little. While he wanted to show her tenderness, sometimes she needed him to take his pleasure from her and squeeze her flesh harder than he normally would. Sometimes those touches would add a little pain to her experience. For her, it was the secret ingredient. Her orgasms would be far more powerful and afterwards she was extra attentive and loving, her eyes shining. He knew she trusted him beyond all measure and she needed it. Now she pressed his hands against her, and looked into his eyes with need. Willow's mouth dropped opened and her eyes closed as she made little gasping noises. She was close. Dan began to gently bounce and she began to whimper. Willow threw her head back. She screamed and began to convulse as the enormity of her orgasm took her muscle control away. She slumped forward against him and he released her tender nipples so they could press against his chest. Willow cooed and gasped against his neck as her body clenched and shook. He grabbed her ass and cried out. Then she moaned and rubbed her tits back and forth across his chest. Dan took Willows head in his hands and kissed her deeply. He felt her trembling and she moaned into his mouth as aftershocks rolled through her nerves. He pulled back and they panted against each other's necks. "Oh my god, Willow! That was intense!" he gasped. She just snuggled tighter to him, crushing her big tits against his chest.. He ran his hands over her back and down to her ass. She trembled under his hands and she kissed his neck. "I love you, wife," he said quietly and felt her tremble. Willow pushed up to look down into his eyes. "I love you, husband," she whispered back to him. Dan's face split into a huge smile. These rare times when Willow opened up were precious to him. He pulled her down and kissed her tenderly. They snuggled for a little longer then they got up to get cleaned up for dinner. Dan walked into the kitchen. Willow skipped into the room and hugged him from behind. He squeezed her arms then noticed they were missing the breadstick they'd picked up for dinner. "Willow, can you check the car to see if the breadstick is still in the trunk? I think it fell out of the grocery bag," he asked. She nodded and skipped down the hall to the garage. Dan pulled the roasting pan out of the oven and set it on the stove top. He lifted the lid and smelled the delicious roast beef he'd made. He reached forward and turned the oven off and saw a reflection on the glass front of the stove. He looked over his shoulder. Glass shattered and the first bullet struck his right shoulder and spun him around. Two more bullets struck his torso knocking him across the kitchen to slam up against the wall where he slumped to the floor. More glass shattered as Agent Gregson enlarged the opening in the patio door so he could reach in and unlock it. He pulled it open and crossed the kitchen to look down at the crumpled body. "Gimp," he snorted then looked down the hall towards the garage where he'd seen his reward head. He slipped silently down the hall, peering into each bedroom, ensuring Willow wasn't hiding in them. He ducked into the master bedroom but she wasn't there either. He heard an odd pop sound followed by a hissing roar and rushed back out into the hall. He saw the door leading to the garage was open but the lights were off. He slipped to the edge of the open door and peered inside. At the far end of the room he saw an acetylene torch burning. It was clamped in place to some kind of abstract metal sculpture. The torch was the only source of light in the room. He cautiously made his way down the length of the room looking in the shadows. He knew she was in here but where? As he got closer to the sculpture he saw its scale. It was made of hundreds of small pieces of scrap metal all welded together into the shape of a huge wave cresting. It was at least twelve feet tall, eight feet wide and five feet deep. It was also full of sharp jagged points. While he wasn't an art lover by any stretch he saw the raw beauty in this piece. He had no idea why the torch was clamped to it roaring out its scorching flames. Glancing around he moved forward to turn off the torch. There was a loud pop behind him and he spun to look directly into the jetting flames of a second acetylene torch Willow was holding in his face. He screamed and reeled back swinging his gun wildly. He fired blindly three times. He heard no cries of pain or fear. He listened as keenly as he could with the gun stretched out in front of him until he heard a whooshing sound. There was a sharp tug at his right wrist then came a searing pain as his hand separated from his wrist. Before he could scream a cold metal blade sunk between his ribs to rest just above his heart. A man's body was pressed against his and a mouth pressed close to his ear. "Willow will never be a slave again." came a hoarse growl. Trembling with fear Gregson gasped. "You can't be alive! I shot you three times!" "I've died enough in this life. It's time for me to live." With that Dan twisted the knife to slice through Gregson's aorta. The agent made a brief whimpering sound as he collapsed at Dan's feet. Dan stumbled back then he sunk to his knees. Willow was immediately at his side. "First aid kit on the wall there. Pack the wounds then tape gauze to them. Then go to the safe room and call Wally on the satellite phone. The number's on the wall. Tell him what happened. Get Gregson's cell and give it to Wally when he gets here. I'm probably going to pass out soon. You'll be okay. Wally will take care of you. Get started. Now." Willow leapt into action. He was so proud of her. Then he slipped into darkness. Epilogue Wally sat on the lounge chair and watched Willow playing in the surf. He couldn't believe how lovely this woman was. Sometimes it seemed surreal. The other woman playing in the surf with her also took his breath away but there was something about Willow... "Ah! You fucker!" Wally gasped as icy slush splashed across his stomach. "Oh! Sorry dude! Bottle still had some ice clinging to it! You did say bring me a cold one!" Dan chuckled. "Very funny. Gimme my beer." Dan laid himself out on the lounge chair next to his best friend and watched his wife splashing in the water. There was a look of true happiness on the woman's face as she enjoyed the waves. He'd promised Willow a honeymoon and she was getting it. The beach front house on the Pacific shore of Costa Rica was his little slice of heaven. What better place to bring an angel? She must have felt him watching as she looked up the beach and waved at him with a brilliant smile. He waved back. Their honeymoon had to wait for him to recover in the hospital after Wally had airlifted him from the property. The Feds had been all over the place after one of their own was killed on the property but the home's surveillance footage clearly showed the agent's attempted murder. Dan was cleared of all charges and received a nice settlement from the agency for his troubles. He was just glad the creep was dead. In suspicious but possibly unrelated news, only days after the shooting all active members of the Blood Brothers gang died a horrifying fiery death when an unknown party air dropped a large fuel air bomb over the Chula Vista headquarters. Every member of the gang had all gathered at the remote roadhouse in preparation for a massive road trip up to a certain mountain community. There were no survivors. Of course Wally knew nothing about this as he was taking a commercial flight down to Costa Rica at the time... according to the flight manifest and security camera footage at least. Dan's recovery mystified the doctors. The gunshots he'd sustained should have killed him but he somehow pulled through. They'd never seen such a strong will to live. Dan just knew he had to protect his wife. She'd seen enough pain and sorrow in her life. She needed as much happiness as he could give her to compensate for those hellish early years. Combined with the wounds he'd taken in the war his scarring rivalled Willows. Also, there was something in Dan's eyes now that made would-be rivals for Willow take one look and run. She was finally safe. He relaxed back against the lounge and soaked in the hot sunlight. He was just beginning to doze when his body was covered with a cold, wet, but soft weight. Large tits squeezed against his chest as Willow's mouth found his. Her tongue was deep in his mouth and he chased it with his own. "Hey! Get a room you two!" Wally joked, and then yelped as the dark-skinned beauty whom Willow had been swimming with, dropped on top of him to get kisses of her own. Willow pulled back from the kiss and smiled over at Wally. She rolled off of Dan and tugged him to his feet. He willingly followed as she guided him back to the house. "Try to keep it down this time. You're disturbing the local howler monkey troops!" Wally yelled then found his mouth otherwise occupied . Dan and Willow grinned back at their friends as they climbed up the stairs to the roof top deck where their beautiful cabana was situated. The ocean breeze blew through the white privacy curtains keeping the interior refreshingly cool in the hot sunlight. Willow tugged the ties on her bikini and let them fall to the decking as Dan dropped his swim trunks. They stepped under the spray of the shower next to the cabana and quickly rinsed off the salt water, sweat and lotion. Willow dragged Dan back into the shelter and pushed him onto the bed inside. Dan smiled at her aggressiveness as it was such a huge leap from how she'd behaved when he'd first found her in that blizzard. The difference was love. He loved her with every fiber of his being, and she knew it. She'd given love before but she'd never felt it in return, until him. She was finally at ease to open herself completely to someone. No fear of judgement or cruelty. Just love. She still needed him to be rough for her to reach those mind-blowing, world-shaking releases, but she felt completely safe in his hands. As for Dan, he felt complete for the first time since he'd come back from the war. Strangely, the flashbacks were rare since Gregson's attack and the depth of Willow's love did amazing things for his self-esteem. She was wiggling her body over his and he grabbed her ass and squeezed it hard. She moaned and looked at him with need in her eyes. He knew where she wanted it and how rough it had to be. He rolled her onto her back and kissed her deeply, and she groaned and squirmed under him. Her stomach muscles were twitching as an orgasm roared through her. Dan flipped her onto her stomach and ran his slick fingers over her. She grunted loudly as this was a first for her and Willow cried out and thrashed. Dan pulled away suddenly and she moaned and looked back. She saw him running his slick fingers and she was making unintelligible sounds. Her cheeks grew red. She was making little whining sounds as she approached her peak. Dan was rapidly turning up the heat. He flipped Willow onto her back. She squealed in surprise. Willow's face flushed and her mouth opened as she raced towards her orgasm. Just as she crested, her eyes rolled back in her head as her body went into convulsions as he growled his pleasure. He looked down at the beautiful woman and saw her loving smile beaming back up at him. "I love you, wife," he said quietly. Her eyes welled with tears of joy. "I love you, husband," she whispered back. Based on a post by BurntRedstone for Literotica

An Angel For Bishop: Part 4 A Criminal Investigation Exposes Powerful Alliances. But Willow Becomes Free & Legal. In 4 parts, based on a post by BurntRedstone. Listen to the Podcast at Steamy Stories. Dan pulled the keyboard towards him and banged out a quick email to Kira with the measurements and the details of where to get the secure credentials. He maintained an online repository for such details and he knew she had the credentials to access that. Once that was sent he pushed back his chair and stood up with Willow in his arms. She snuggled her face into his neck. He carried her into the kitchen and checked on the timer for the pizza. It was almost ready. Dan walked over to the kitchen table and set Willow down on a chair. She seemed reluctant to let go but when he asked her to she did immediately. He set the table and poured some drinks. The oven chimed and he took the pizza out. He ran the cutter over the pizza to ensure the slices were separated and brought it over to the table setting it between them. "If there are any toppings you don't like feel free to pick them off," he said. Apparently Willow had a lot of experience with pizza so Dan was free to just watch her devour slice after slice. Finally she pushed back from the table and rubbed her tummy which showed just the slightest bump. Dan tidied up and wrapped up a few sliced that were left over. These would be good for her mid-morning snack tomorrow. It was still early so he asked Willow if she'd like to see a movie. She got a strange look in her eye which Dan wasn't able to interpret but she nodded hesitantly. Dan grabbed the tablet PC and pulled up the listing of movies they had on the house server. He thought he would start out really light. He had no idea what she liked or what kind of movies she had been exposed to. This would be a good experiment. He took her hand and led her through the living room grabbing up the blanket they'd left on the couch. Once they were comfortably seated on their recliners in the theater room he used the tablet to activate the projector. She watched the screen with some hesitancy until she saw it was an animated film about dogs. She glanced over questioningly. "Have you ever seen 'Lady and the Scamp'?" he asked She shook her head, eyes wide and riveted to the screen. Dan leaned back and enjoyed the movie. He especially enjoyed watching the innocence in Willow's face as she became thoroughly involved with the story. He saw her delight, her tears, and once heard her laugh out loud before she clamped her hand over her mouth and looked at him nervously. He only smiled so she turned back to the film. When it was over she was looking at him and practically vibrating with excitement. He smiled and gestured for her to come closer. She leapt from her chair and climbed onto his to smother his face with kisses. "So you liked that?" he chuckled. She nodded vigorously with a big grin on her face. "I'm going to read in bed before I go to sleep. I suppose we should discuss sleeping arrangements," he said. Willow looked a little nervous. "From the fact that you snuck into my bed this afternoon, may I assume you would prefer to not sleep in your own room? I want you to know that I won't be offended, hurt, angry, or disappointed if you would like to have your very own room and sleep in your own bed. I respect your need for privacy and personal space. I also want you to know that the offer for having your own room will always be there even if you don't choose to do it right away." Willow's voice got really quiet. "May I stay with you?" "Yes," he simply said. She beamed at him and rubbed her body against his. He could feel himself responding so he sat up and lifted her to her feet. They walked out of the theater and made their way back to the master bedroom. He put new sheets on the bed and dug out a long t-shirt Willow could use for pajamas. He was going to run out of clothes himself if he had to share so much of this wardrobe with her. He slipped off his clothes and stepped into some shorts he slept in. When he turned back Willow was in the t-shirt and had her dirty clothes in her arms. They put their clothes in the bin and brushed their teeth together, an activity which seemed to delight Willow. Soon they were tucked into the bed, he reading the news from his tablet and she stretched out against his side. Dan managed to read for an hour before his eyes grew weary and he put the tablet away. He slipped down under the covers and Willow snuggled in after looking at him for permission. He'd have to work on that. Then they drifted off. Chapter 4 Dan arranged with Wally to do some deliveries for him. His friend was also delighted to hear his best buddy had found some female companionship. The pilot made two separate drops over three days, the first being extra groceries to tide them over until spring thaw and the second was the clothes for Willow. Kira really came through with the shopping spree and Willow was set. So many beautiful outfits and some seriously sexy underwear. Willow delighted in trying them on for Dan to see and he delighted in taking them off. She enjoyed that too. A few weeks later Andrei got back to Dan to say his investigator was having some difficulty following the cold trail but was still working on it. The people in question had lived secretive lives and even the information on their deaths was often limited. Officer Duncan called back and said that the Fed's would wait for Dan and Willow to come in for an interview. Dan worked on two projects for customers during those months and was very pleased with his productivity. While Willow was often a distraction and a delightful one, he was far more focused when he was working. His clients were very happy as well. He determined that she needed a hobby. She was fascinated when he built prototypes for his projects in the metalworking shop so he started teaching her how to work with metal, including welding. She showed an immediate aptitude for it and began building small sculptures with pieces of scrap metal as practice. Once he was confident that she understood and followed all of the safety precautions he would leave her to her creating and go back to his work. She wouldn't stay away from him for long though. She'd pop her head in to see him every 30 minutes or so and the anxious look would slip from her face when he smiled her way. The next few months flew by. Dan kept up the calorie and nutrition rich diet for Willow, combined with some light exercises and she responded very well. Soon the gauntness left her features and her curves began to fill out. Sooner than he expected the winter months passed and the snows began to recede. Spring rains began in earnest and did their best to wash away the rest of the snow. Dan received notification from the highway patrol that the mountain road would officially open in a week. This gave him time to make preparations and setup appointments with the various government officials in the city to begin the process of building Willow a new identity. Andrei had gotten back to him with the disappointing news that his investigator had been unable to identify Willow's mother. There had been a surprising number of unidentified dead Jane Doe's in the rough geographic area and time frame the investigator had been given. There was a good possibility that the woman had been renting her apartment on a cash basis from the original owners so there were no records. There were no work records they could trace back either so he'd reached a dead end. Dan sat down with Willow to discuss next steps. They sat on a couch in the living room before the fireplace watching the flames dance across the logs. He asked her how she wanted to proceed. Willow just asked him what he thought she should do. She had no emotional connection to her past. What she'd gone through had scoured that away. Dan held Willows hands as he looked into her eyes and felt himself falling into their depths. She'd become such an important part of his life over the past few months. He'd come to the realization that he could no longer see his life without her in it. He was still dealing with his PTSD though the flash back episodes were less frequent now than they'd ever been. Dan was amazed that this beautiful, damaged woman could make his own broken mind feel so strong and complete. "I've set up some appointments to get you identity documentation so we can get you a passport so you can travel with me. It hinges on your having a name." "My name is Willow," she smiled at him and he felt his heart skip. He really did love this woman! "If you would have me, I would like you to be Willow Bishop. Will you be my wife?" he asked holding his breath. Willow's eyes went large and her mouth opened in surprise. Tears welled up in those beautiful eyes and she flung herself against his chest as the tears burst forth. "Yes! Oh, yes!" she wailed. They clung to each other and shared tears and kisses, both feeling more complete than they'd ever felt apart. Once they'd got control over their tears they sat back on the couch holding hands and watched the fire. "Normally I'd present you with an engagement ring but there's a shortage of jewelry stores in this neighborhood," Dan said, smiling. "You don't need to buy me a ring," Willow whispered, still in shock over Dan's proposal. "Yes I do and you will have the most lovely and dazzling ring we can find but it's still going to pale next to your beauty," Dan insisted. She snuggled into his arm and purred. The following week was especially warm for spring. They climbed into the Jeep for the first time since he'd rescued her from the cliff. They made their way carefully down to the road and drove to the city. Willow had no memory of her first time through this route as she'd been in a far worse physical and mental state on that trip. Their first errand was to meet with the police and the Feds. He'd made arrangements in advance so they were expecting them. Dan and Willow were ushered into a conference room where they sat holding hands. Two men entered the room shortly after them. Officer Duncan was a big man. Peppery hair cropped short and broad shoulders with a barrel chest, he looked like he'd be better fit as a lumberjack than wearing a suit in an office. The man next to him was so average your eyes would pass over him on the street and not even register he was there. Grey suit, brown hair, medium height and build, regular features, he was a study in neutral. Officer Duncan introduced him as Special Agent Joel Gregson. The only thing that seemed off character was the dainty gold pinkie ring the man wore. For some reason it raised the hairs on the back of Dan's neck. An Agent Pays A Price For Corruption. After the introductions were made, Dan gave his statement about Willow's rescue to the two men. Duncan recorded the statement and asked questions. Gregson sat quietly, watching. Mostly watching Willow in Dan's opinion. The man was creepy but he supposed working on the violent gang task force probably did that to a person. Exposed to so much horror and violence, some of it had to leak in. Willow was obviously picking up on it as well as she moved closer to Dan and clung to his hand. Finally, Dan had had enough. "Excuse me, Agent Gregson. Would you please stop staring at Willow. She's had enough of that in her life and it makes her very uncomfortable," he said firmly. "I'm not sure what you mean," the man said with an emotionless voice. Dan felt her grip on his hand tighten. Duncan had picked up on the vibe as well and was uncomfortable with the federal agent too. "You read the history report Dan sent us. The woman was traumatized." The agent just looked at Duncan and looked away. "If you've finished with Mr. Bishop I would like to interview 'Willow' about what she saw and heard during her time with the Blood Brothers. Alone." Dan's hackles went up when Gregson said her name. "That's not going to happen. If you want to ask her questions you're free to do so, but I will be here for her support and protection." "Protection? You really think you're up to that task? I've read your file. You're a mental gimp. Load on the pressure and you crack. How are you going to single handedly protect her from the Chula Vista Chapter of the Blood Brothers? When they learn you've killed one of theirs and stolen one of their bitches-" he sneered. Dan surged to his feet and Duncan grabbed his arm. "You will not refer to Willow with that term." Duncan turned an angry glare at the Fed. "And how would the Chula Vista Chapter come into possession of that information. I noted you said when not if ." Gregson examined his nails and shrugged. "Information is so difficult to contain these days," he said. "Not really Agent. That information will not leave my files so the only possible leak would have to come from you, wouldn't it?" Duncan growled. "The only truly secure files are those involved in active investigations. Where witnesses actively assist Agents in building solid cases against the criminals." He looked straight at Willow with a greasy smile. "So basically you're telling us we give you what you want or you leak the information to the gang," Dan growled. Officer Duncan stared at the Agent with a thunderous rage building. "I'm saying nothing of the sort. Those aren't my words," the agent said with a false look of innocence. "You've been working too long with the worst sort of people Agent Gregson. We can no longer distinguish you from them. We're done here. Come on Willow, the air is tainted in here," Dan said with a look of disgust. She was immediately at his side and followed him out. Gregson admired the view as she left. Duncan shook his head and left to speak with Dan before he left. "Mr. Bishop! I'm so sorry about that. I had no idea the FBI would send such a scumbag. You were right, he HAS been undercover too long. I'll speak with my Captain about this." Dan leaned in to the officer. "I think what bothered me most was that the guy gave off the impression that he wanted to be the next name on Willow's list of Masters. The list is dead. She's no longer a slave." "Yeah, I got that impression too. Creepy," the officer shuddered. "Thanks! You know where to find me if you have any more questions," Dan said and walked out of the precinct with Willow who was trembling. Once they were back in Dan's Jeep he turned to her. "Willow, I'm so sorry you had to be exposed to that creep." "Maybe I should have spoken with him alone? Then he wouldn't tell the gang where to find you?" she whispered. "Agent Gregson doesn't have any humanity left in his soul. I could see it in his eyes. I seriously don't believe he wanted to help you or wanted assistance in a case. I believe he wanted to own you and I swore to protect you from that. Do you trust me?" Dan asked. "Yes!" she gasped. "Do you love me?" he asked gently. "Yes!" she gushed. "I love you and I want us to get married so let's go do that!" he smiled and she gave him a dazzling smile back. They made their way to the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration office. He had arranged an appointment today to review the paperwork he'd submitted for Willow. He had no idea how long it would take them to do their own investigation. It turned out that the Immigration woman had worked some miracles. Willow now had official government documentation identifying her as U.S. citizen, Willow Smith. Dan had raised an eyebrow at the surname but the woman just quirked a mysterious smile and stamped the document to make it legal. They stopped by the local jewelry shop and picked up some simple wedding bands that fit and Dan picked out a stunning engagement ring. There was a large, brilliant diamond in the center surrounded by smaller but equally brilliant diamonds in a circular pattern. Willows eyes were wide with shock at the size and beauty of the ring and she began to tremble when he dropped to one knee in the store. He had to make it official. "Willow, will you marry me?" he said looking into her eyes which were filling with tears. She nodded rapidly as she was unable to speak. He slipped the ring on her trembling finger and took her in his arms. She kissed him and cried with joy. The sales clerks and a few customers all cheered and Willow's cheeks hurt from how broadly she was smiling. Dan paid for the rings and promised to return to get the engagement ring resized. Next they'd visited the Justice of the Peace for a quick ceremony and they were legally married. The paperwork was submitted and soon Willow Smith would be Willow Bishop on paper as well. Then he'd apply for her passport. After all, they had a honeymoon to plan. Willow had never been as happy in her life. She clung to her husband's arm as they left the building. Husband! She never contemplated that she'd ever use that word for herself. Dan turned to her and smiled. "Now for the really glamorous side of marriage; we get to go grocery shopping!" he grinned. Willow giggled, a sound rarely heard from her but she just couldn't help herself. "We'll have our honeymoon soon but for now we need to stock up on some items for the house," he said. At the grocery store Dan ran a practiced eye over the shelves and filled the cart with the necessities. Willow pushed a cart of her own and they soon filled them both. They paid and loaded the bags into the jeep. As they pulled out of the parking lot they missed the tan sedan slipping out of the lot behind them. Chapter 5 It didn't take long for Dan and Willow to unload the jeep and put away the groceries. Dan got dinner started then he scooped his wife over his shoulder and rushed into the bedroom as she grinned madly. He laid her out on the bed and she beamed up at him. "Hello, wife." Dan said with a smile. Willow's eyes brimmed with tears of joy and she held her arms up to draw him down onto the bed with her. Dan knelt next to her then lowered his body over her slowly, drinking in her beauty with his eyes. Willow grabbed his shoulders and pulled him down the final inches so she could kiss him. The kiss was sweet and slow at first; the caressing of lips and just the lightest of touches with the tips of their tongues. This inflamed their need and soon their mouths were eagerly pressed together. Their passions exploded as Willow slid her tongue deeply into his mouth. Dan returned her kiss with equal fervor. He slid his right hand up the side of her body from her thigh to her breast and gently tugged at her nipple. She gasped into his mouth and kissed him just a little harder. Dan sat up and undid Willow's pants. He tugged them off then quickly slid her panties down and off as well. Willow arched her back in reaction and cried out. He stroked her again and again and each time Willow's voice grew louder and her body arched up to meet him more. His tongue pressed deeply into her. Willow screamed as her orgasm gushed from her. Her body thrashed as wave after wave rushed through her senses. When Dan noticed she was twitching from her over sensitivity he pulled back and let her come down from her bliss. Her face was covered in a sheen of sweat from their exertions, she panted and her eyes were rolling but he was completely enraptured by her. Even, no, particularly when she was in her most raw state she was beauty personified. Her eyes finally opened and she looked at him with a heat he hadn't seen before. She grinned and pushed him onto his back. She tugged his pants and underwear. She gave herself a moment to admire it.  He felt himself getting harder until it felt like iron. Dan gasped and would have sat up in reaction but her hand was outstretched in preparation and forced him down onto his back. She slowly pulled back until she was able to get a deep breath. The sensation was unbelievable. She repeated this again and again and Dan was moaning with the intensity of it and quickly losing control. Suddenly she pulled off and gasped to catch her breath. Willow climbed up his legs and positioned herself above him. Dan's eyes shot. He looked up at her face and saw the intense. "Easy, Willow. If it hurts we don't have to do this." he said to her. She smiled at him without opening her eyes. Dan was losing his mind in the incredible. She pulled off her blouse and undid her bra and tossed them aside. She pulled his hands to her and he knew what she wanted. It had taken him some time to come to terms with the idea that she needed a little. While he wanted to show her tenderness, sometimes she needed him to take his pleasure from her and squeeze her flesh harder than he normally would. Sometimes those touches would add a little pain to her experience. For her, it was the secret ingredient. Her orgasms would be far more powerful and afterwards she was extra attentive and loving, her eyes shining. He knew she trusted him beyond all measure and she needed it. Now she pressed his hands against her, and looked into his eyes with need. Willow's mouth dropped opened and her eyes closed as she made little gasping noises. She was close. Dan began to gently bounce and she began to whimper. Willow threw her head back. She screamed and began to convulse as the enormity of her orgasm took her muscle control away. She slumped forward against him and he released her tender nipples so they could press against his chest. Willow cooed and gasped against his neck as her body clenched and shook. He grabbed her ass and cried out. Then she moaned and rubbed her tits back and forth across his chest. Dan took Willows head in his hands and kissed her deeply. He felt her trembling and she moaned into his mouth as aftershocks rolled through her nerves. He pulled back and they panted against each other's necks. "Oh my god, Willow! That was intense!" he gasped. She just snuggled tighter to him, crushing her big tits against his chest.. He ran his hands over her back and down to her ass. She trembled under his hands and she kissed his neck. "I love you, wife," he said quietly and felt her tremble. Willow pushed up to look down into his eyes. "I love you, husband," she whispered back to him. Dan's face split into a huge smile. These rare times when Willow opened up were precious to him. He pulled her down and kissed her tenderly. They snuggled for a little longer then they got up to get cleaned up for dinner. Dan walked into the kitchen. Willow skipped into the room and hugged him from behind. He squeezed her arms then noticed they were missing the breadstick they'd picked up for dinner. "Willow, can you check the car to see if the breadstick is still in the trunk? I think it fell out of the grocery bag," he asked. She nodded and skipped down the hall to the garage. Dan pulled the roasting pan out of the oven and set it on the stove top. He lifted the lid and smelled the delicious roast beef he'd made. He reached forward and turned the oven off and saw a reflection on the glass front of the stove. He looked over his shoulder. Glass shattered and the first bullet struck his right shoulder and spun him around. Two more bullets struck his torso knocking him across the kitchen to slam up against the wall where he slumped to the floor. More glass shattered as Agent Gregson enlarged the opening in the patio door so he could reach in and unlock it. He pulled it open and crossed the kitchen to look down at the crumpled body. "Gimp," he snorted then looked down the hall towards the garage where he'd seen his reward head. He slipped silently down the hall, peering into each bedroom, ensuring Willow wasn't hiding in them. He ducked into the master bedroom but she wasn't there either. He heard an odd pop sound followed by a hissing roar and rushed back out into the hall. He saw the door leading to the garage was open but the lights were off. He slipped to the edge of the open door and peered inside. At the far end of the room he saw an acetylene torch burning. It was clamped in place to some kind of abstract metal sculpture. The torch was the only source of light in the room. He cautiously made his way down the length of the room looking in the shadows. He knew she was in here but where? As he got closer to the sculpture he saw its scale. It was made of hundreds of small pieces of scrap metal all welded together into the shape of a huge wave cresting. It was at least twelve feet tall, eight feet wide and five feet deep. It was also full of sharp jagged points. While he wasn't an art lover by any stretch he saw the raw beauty in this piece. He had no idea why the torch was clamped to it roaring out its scorching flames. Glancing around he moved forward to turn off the torch. There was a loud pop behind him and he spun to look directly into the jetting flames of a second acetylene torch Willow was holding in his face. He screamed and reeled back swinging his gun wildly. He fired blindly three times. He heard no cries of pain or fear. He listened as keenly as he could with the gun stretched out in front of him until he heard a whooshing sound. There was a sharp tug at his right wrist then came a searing pain as his hand separated from his wrist. Before he could scream a cold metal blade sunk between his ribs to rest just above his heart. A man's body was pressed against his and a mouth pressed close to his ear. "Willow will never be a slave again." came a hoarse growl. Trembling with fear Gregson gasped. "You can't be alive! I shot you three times!" "I've died enough in this life. It's time for me to live." With that Dan twisted the knife to slice through Gregson's aorta. The agent made a brief whimpering sound as he collapsed at Dan's feet. Dan stumbled back then he sunk to his knees. Willow was immediately at his side. "First aid kit on the wall there. Pack the wounds then tape gauze to them. Then go to the safe room and call Wally on the satellite phone. The number's on the wall. Tell him what happened. Get Gregson's cell and give it to Wally when he gets here. I'm probably going to pass out soon. You'll be okay. Wally will take care of you. Get started. Now." Willow leapt into action. He was so proud of her. Then he slipped into darkness. Epilogue Wally sat on the lounge chair and watched Willow playing in the surf. He couldn't believe how lovely this woman was. Sometimes it seemed surreal. The other woman playing in the surf with her also took his breath away but there was something about Willow... "Ah! You fucker!" Wally gasped as icy slush splashed across his stomach. "Oh! Sorry dude! Bottle still had some ice clinging to it! You did say bring me a cold one!" Dan chuckled. "Very funny. Gimme my beer." Dan laid himself out on the lounge chair next to his best friend and watched his wife splashing in the water. There was a look of true happiness on the woman's face as she enjoyed the waves. He'd promised Willow a honeymoon and she was getting it. The beach front house on the Pacific shore of Costa Rica was his little slice of heaven. What better place to bring an angel? She must have felt him watching as she looked up the beach and waved at him with a brilliant smile. He waved back. Their honeymoon had to wait for him to recover in the hospital after Wally had airlifted him from the property. The Feds had been all over the place after one of their own was killed on the property but the home's surveillance footage clearly showed the agent's attempted murder. Dan was cleared of all charges and received a nice settlement from the agency for his troubles. He was just glad the creep was dead. In suspicious but possibly unrelated news, only days after the shooting all active members of the Blood Brothers gang died a horrifying fiery death when an unknown party air dropped a large fuel air bomb over the Chula Vista headquarters. Every member of the gang had all gathered at the remote roadhouse in preparation for a massive road trip up to a certain mountain community. There were no survivors. Of course Wally knew nothing about this as he was taking a commercial flight down to Costa Rica at the time... according to the flight manifest and security camera footage at least. Dan's recovery mystified the doctors. The gunshots he'd sustained should have killed him but he somehow pulled through. They'd never seen such a strong will to live. Dan just knew he had to protect his wife. She'd seen enough pain and sorrow in her life. She needed as much happiness as he could give her to compensate for those hellish early years. Combined with the wounds he'd taken in the war his scarring rivalled Willows. Also, there was something in Dan's eyes now that made would-be rivals for Willow take one look and run. She was finally safe. He relaxed back against the lounge and soaked in the hot sunlight. He was just beginning to doze when his body was covered with a cold, wet, but soft weight. Large tits squeezed against his chest as Willow's mouth found his. Her tongue was deep in his mouth and he chased it with his own. "Hey! Get a room you two!" Wally joked, and then yelped as the dark-skinned beauty whom Willow had been swimming with, dropped on top of him to get kisses of her own. Willow pulled back from the kiss and smiled over at Wally. She rolled off of Dan and tugged him to his feet. He willingly followed as she guided him back to the house. "Try to keep it down this time. You're disturbing the local howler monkey troops!" Wally yelled then found his mouth otherwise occupied . Dan and Willow grinned back at their friends as they climbed up the stairs to the roof top deck where their beautiful cabana was situated. The ocean breeze blew through the white privacy curtains keeping the interior refreshingly cool in the hot sunlight. Willow tugged the ties on her bikini and let them fall to the decking as Dan dropped his swim trunks. They stepped under the spray of the shower next to the cabana and quickly rinsed off the salt water, sweat and lotion. Willow dragged Dan back into the shelter and pushed him onto the bed inside. Dan smiled at her aggressiveness as it was such a huge leap from how she'd behaved when he'd first found her in that blizzard. The difference was love. He loved her with every fiber of his being, and she knew it. She'd given love before but she'd never felt it in return, until him. She was finally at ease to open herself completely to someone. No fear of judgement or cruelty. Just love. She still needed him to be rough for her to reach those mind-blowing, world-shaking releases, but she felt completely safe in his hands. As for Dan, he felt complete for the first time since he'd come back from the war. Strangely, the flashbacks were rare since Gregson's attack and the depth of Willow's love did amazing things for his self-esteem. She was wiggling her body over his and he grabbed her ass and squeezed it hard. She moaned and looked at him with need in her eyes. He knew where she wanted it and how rough it had to be. He rolled her onto her back and kissed her deeply, and she groaned and squirmed under him. Her stomach muscles were twitching as an orgasm roared through her. Dan flipped her onto her stomach and ran his slick fingers over her. She grunted loudly as this was a first for her and Willow cried out and thrashed. Dan pulled away suddenly and she moaned and looked back. She saw him running his slick fingers and she was making unintelligible sounds. Her cheeks grew red. She was making little whining sounds as she approached her peak. Dan was rapidly turning up the heat. He flipped Willow onto her back. She squealed in surprise. Willow's face flushed and her mouth opened as she raced towards her orgasm. Just as she crested, her eyes rolled back in her head as her body went into convulsions as he growled his pleasure. He looked down at the beautiful woman and saw her loving smile beaming back up at him. "I love you, wife," he said quietly. Her eyes welled with tears of joy. "I love you, husband," she whispered back. Based on a post by BurntRedstone for Literotica

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Free SEO Audit Contact Patrick GregsonWhat actually drives growth in e-commerce today? In this episode, Ryan Martin sits down with Patrick Gregson, former Head of Brand at The Iconic, to unpack the strategies that helped scale one of Australia's most iconic retail brands.Patrick shares hard-won lessons from The Iconic's journey from scrappy startup to enterprise giant. You'll hear why customer loyalty goes far beyond points programs, how to balance brand and performance marketing, and why experience is the real battleground for retention.Whether you're launching a DTC brand or trying to scale an established store, this episode is packed with sharp insights on growth loops, attribution, and the ever-changing digital landscape.Key topics:What loyalty actually means in 2025How The Iconic built its customer flywheelAttention as the new currency in digital marketingWhy consistent engagement beats short-term hacksThe tools modern e-com startups can now leverageA must-listen for founders, marketers, and operators serious about sustainable e-commerce growth.

The witness described a man in his 20s, just shy of six feet tall, with a gaunt face and light-coloured hair. Though uneasy, the passerby—out for a quiet walk along the River Aire—was quickly reassured. The man, standing over a pale woman crumpled in the grass, said she had simply fallen. The man offered his name and explained that he knew where the woman lived. Perhaps out of politeness and a desire not to pry, the witness continued on her journey. Unable to shake the feeling that something was not right, she raised the alarm. However, by then it was too late…*** LISTENER CAUTION IS ADVISED *** This episode was researched and written by Eileen Macfarlane.Edited by Joel Porter at Dot Dot Dot Productions.Script editing, additional writing, illustrations and production direction by Rosanna FittonNarration, additional audio editing and mixing, and script editing by Benjamin Fitton.To get early ad-free access, including Season 1, sign up for They Walk Among PLUS, available from Patreon or Apple Podcasts.More information and episode references can be found on our website https://theywalkamonguspodcast.comMUSIC: Violent Delights by Cody Martin Creeper by Hill Memories Of Future Events by Hill Against The Odds by Cody Martin Artisan Craft by Cody Martin Dark Night by Cody Martin Final Moments by Cody Martin Loaves & Fish by Cody Martin Realm Of Men by Cody Martin Sabotage by Cody Martin Storms Coming by Cody Martin Tesseract by Cody Martin The Fall by Cody Martin The Arctic by Gold Coast Undernight by Lincoln Davis Endless Night by Moments Steadfast by Moments Reconciliation by Wicked Cinema SOCIAL MEDIA: https://linktr.ee/TheyWalkAmongUsSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/theywalkamongus. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Media studies teacher Ed Gregson, whose reviews of our candidate interviews have been generating plenty of discussion on Guernsey People Have Your Say, joins Tony Curr, Matt Fallaize, James Falla and Lucy Rouget as the election campaign enters its final week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Tales From a Luxury Yacht Chef with Lisa Mead, my special guest is Gregson Gastar who has pivoted from a successful hair salon owner into a career as a food reel content creator on social media. This is one great story that includes having his marriage filmed for a reality TV show in 2025. Don't miss this one...Contact Info:www.gregsoncooks.comInsta and Tic Toc - gregsoncooks

In the final episode of this series of Fuelling Around, Jason and Dave are joined by actor Simon Gregson who's played Steve McDonald in Coronation Street for the last 35 years! When he's not been out on the cobbles or propping up the bar in the Rovers Return, Simon has clearly been busy buying and selling cars, as he's certainly had plenty of stock over the last 3 decades! From a Renault 5 Turbo to a Ferrari 328, Simon's had them all and his car collection shows no sign of slowing down, as is apparent, as he walks the lads through his varied and eclectic garage!

This is a fun one! In this special episode of Waypoints, Jim Klug is joined by longtime friends and  industry legends Brian O'Keefe and Bryan Gregson for a lively and insightful conversation that dives deep into the roots and the history of flyfishing. What started as a late-night, beer-fueled conversation at a recent consumer show gathering in Denver quickly turned into a bigger realization: many of today's younger anglers — even those who live and breathe the sport — have little to no knowledge of the icons and pioneers who laid the foundation for modern flyfishing. So, we decided to do something about it.This episode was created as a tribute and a history lesson — a fun, freewheeling discussion that shines a light on 30 legendary figures who helped shape the sport as we know it. From influential authors and pioneering guides to gear innovators, conservationists, and destination fishing trailblazers, this episode covers a wide spectrum of personalities who left an undeniable mark on flyfishing during the 20th century. Whether you're a seasoned angler or newer to the game, this one is both entertaining and educational — a must-listen for anyone who cares about the history, evolution, and culture of our sport.Waypoints is brought to you by PatagoniaTo bring their gear to life, Patagonia is motivated by relentless curiosity and a passion for the wild. They evaluate hundreds of materials, build dozens of prototypes and spend seasons punishing them in the world's most extreme conditions. The work is the guide, and Patagonia never tires of exploring, learning and improving. Built with innovative materials, intuitive features and a refined fit, their Swiftcurrent® Waders are a better wader experience. Repatterned for bulk reduction, reduced seam stress, increased maneuverability and improved repairability, they move better in and out of the water, carry gear more efficiently and keep tools handy. They're made from recycled materials without intentionally added PFAS—toxic “forever chemicals.- Follow us on Instagram- Follow us on Facebook- Check out our YouTube Page- View the official Yellow Dog website ...

If Gen Gregson and husband Ryan could take turns being pregnant, Gen would happily have five kids. But in the absence of this sci-fi parallel universe, the four-time Olympian is extremely excited to be expecting baby number two – a new brother for Archer! This episode is part of a mini-series featuring some of our mighty marathon mums. In this wonderful conversation, Gen opens up about training while pregnant – a lot of what she does is based on feel (and notes in Jess Stenson's training diary). She talks about mum strength allowing her to appreciate what she's already achieved and take the pressure off to do every single one percenter, which helps her run freer and perform at a higher level. We also talk about how she's learnt to be flexible and adapt to adversity. Gen goes into the learnings from her marathons to-date (Gold Coast, Valencia, Paris, Melbourne), what it's like to have two elite athletes chasing big goals under one roof, and how even elite athletes aren't immune from mum guilt. This episode is also dedicated to Jess Stenson, who wins the best supporting actress role in the conversation. (That's what happens when you get two key members of the Jess Stenson appreciation society together on a Zoom call.) -- Gen Gregson is a four-time Olympian (Paris, Tokyo, Rio, London), and has ambitions to go to two more Olympics in her career. Gen started out on the track, earning herself an Australian Record in the 3000m steeplechase (9:14.28). After sustaining a horrific achilles injury clearing the final water jump in the Tokyo Olympics final, Gen had her first child, Archer while rehabbing double achilles surgery. She has since transitioned to the roads, taking to the marathon like a natural, running 2:28 on debut in her hometown of the Gold Coast, before being the fastest Australian across the line in a big head-to-head battle for an Olympic qualifier at Valencia (2:23:08). In 2024, she ran the Olympic Marathon at Paris and won Melbourne Marathon later that year.  -- Gen Gregson's Instagram: @gengen_lacaze Run With It Instagram: @runwithit.pod Elise Beacom's Instagram: @elisebeacom -- Intro/outro music by Dan Beacom Graphic design by Kate Scheer

Hey Scuttlebutt listeners. Thank you for joining us and your continued support. This week we welcome LtCol Nick Gregson and Kelsie Meade to the show. LtCol Gregson is the Director The post #187: The Marine Corps Fittest Instructor Competition with LtCol Nick Gregson and Kelsie Meade first appeared on Marine Corps Association.

Hey Scuttlebutt listeners. Thank you for joining us and your continued support. This week we welcome LtCol Nick Gregson and Kelsie Meade to the show. LtCol Gregson is the Director The post #187: The Marine Corps Fittest Instructor Competition with LtCol Nick Gregson and Kelsie Meade first appeared on Marine Corps Association.

How do you balance high-stakes litigation with cutting-edge innovation? This week, I'm joined by Jon Gregson, Employment Law Partner at Weightmans LLP and Product and Innovation Partner.Jon shares insights from his career, including leading complex tribunal cases, working with high-profile clients like Royal Mail Group and developing award-nominated legal tech tools. If you're curious about the future of Employment Law and how tech is transforming this space, this episode is a must.Tune in now to hear Jon's expert take nowSo why should you be listening in? You can hear Rob and Jon discussing:- Jon's Career Journey Transforming from Trainee to Partner in Employment Law & Product Innovation- The Focus on Solving Client Problems Through Innovation in Legal Services- Employment Law and the Specialistions it Requires- Personal Branding on LinkedIn and How to Make the Most of It- The Future of Employment Law and the Legal Tech in Common Use Alongside ItConnect with Jon here - https://uk.linkedin.com/in/jongregson

Welcome back swabbies! On this week's episode, we are joined once again by author Marc J Gregson and audiobook narrator Vikas Adam to discuss the YA sci-fi/fantasy book Among Serpents. Join them as the discuss the book, new characters, why  you shouldn't join Conrad's crew, Josh and Vikas' hopes for the third book Downfall, and much more.    Do you want to win one of 2 signed copies of Among Serpents?  All you have to do to enter is: 1. Follow @mjg_write & @whatsupfandom on social media 2. Like our Giveaway post 3. Comment your what you thought of the book (no spoilers please) That's it! Enter by 11:59pm CST on March 31st. Winners will be announced on April 1st (we aren't foolin)   Follow Marc on: Instagram @mjg_write Twitter @MJG_Write Grab your copy of Sky's End on Amazon or Audible today!   Follow Vikas on  Instagram @vikasadam Twitter @vikasadam   We are looking for new cohosts! if you are interested in joining our team, please reach out to us on Instagram or via email at WUFcohosts@gmail.com.   Special Thanks to this week's sponsor Wild Bill's Soda! Enjoy crisp unique olde fashioned soda flavors anytime with Wild Bill's. Head over to drinkwildbills.com and use code FANDOM10 to get 10% off your purchase!    Do you have suggestions for the show? Do have specific voice actor or creator that you would like us to interview? We would love to hear from you! Feel free to message us.   If you enjoy the show, please rate and review! Follow the show on: Instagram @WhatsUpFandom Twitter @WhatsUpFandomPC YouTube What's Up, Fandom Podcast   Follow Josh @JoshLCain Follow Luke @tatted_triceratops   Tags:  podcast, podcasts, movies, tv, comics, pop culture, fandom, anime, video games, books, audible, writer, narrator, author, interview, scifi, fantasy, skys end, young adult, attack on titan, percy jackson, hunger games, skys end, among serpents

Min 5: ADOLESCENCIA: otro touché de Netflix Ya no es casual. La pelea por ser la plataforma más influyente, pese al polémico punto final a los perfiles compartidos, está colocando a Netflix, semana a semana, partido a partido, en lo más alto de podium. Después de La locura, Palomas Negras, Cien años de Soledad, Día Cero o El Gatopardo la N roja da otro golpe en la mesa con una de las mejores series del año. Adolescencia es una miniserie británica de 4 episodios que profundiza en la historia de una familia cuya estabilidad se pone patas arriba cuando Jamie Miller, de 13 años, es arrestado por asesinar a un compañero de escuela. Los cargos contra su hijo los obligan a enfrentarse a la peor pesadilla de cualquier padre. NOTA EDC: 5 estrellas Min 15: LADRONES DE DROGAS (Plata o Plomo en Apple TV) 8 episodios. Dos viejos amigos y criminales de Filadelfia fingen ser agentes antidrogas para atracar una casa de campo. Descubren, para su sorpresa, cómo su golpe de poca monta se convierte en una experiencia a vida o muerte cuando desvelan sin saberlo la existencia del canal de tráfico de drogas mejor escondido de la Costa Este. Basada en la novela de Dennis Tafoya. NOTA EDC. 3,5 estrellas Min 22: LA RUEDA DEL TIEMPO 3 (PRIME) La tercera temporada de esta saga cuenta con el retorno de Rosamund Pike (como Moiraine Damodred), Daniel Henney (Lan Mandragoran), Josha Stradowski (Rand al'Thor), Zoë Robins (Nynaeve al'Meara), Marcus Rutherford (Perrin Aybar), Madeleine Madden (Egwene al'Vere), Dónal Finn (Mat) o Natasha O'Keeffe (Lanfear), entre otros. Después de la liberación del resto de Renegados, los nuevos capítulos también contarán con nuevos villanos como Moguedien, interpretada por Laia Costa (Cinco lobitos). Nota EDC: 2,5 estrellas Min 25: THE WHITE LOTUS 3X04: ESCONDIDAS Analizamos la subida de temperatura y de calidad del cuarto episodio de White Lotus Tailandia. Jaclyn lleva a sus amigos a un resort cercano, pero la atmósfera está lejos de lo que esperaba. Mientras tanto, Piper busca apoyo para un anuncio familiar a bordo de un yate, y Rick le revela su pasado a Chelsea. Nota EDC: 4 estrellas Min 36: ESPECIAL BSO 'LOCKERBIE': Y en la sala 'chill out' de este programa de series, la que dedicamos a las bandas sonoras, teníamos muchas ganas de deconstruir la aportación de uno de los discípulos aventajados de Hans Zimmer a la serie de Sky Showtime "Lockerbie". Y el resultado de nuestro análisis nos llevará a aplaudir la acertadísima apuesta musical por Rupert Gregson Williams, el responsable de Wonder Woman, Hotel Ruanda, Hasta el último Hombre o Bee Movie, da una lección de sensibilidad, contención y humanidad para ser el bálsamo sonoro de una tragedia aérea contada con meritoria precisión.

Edward Gregson is a household name with brass players inside and outside The Salvation Army. Edward talks to Matthew about growing up in The Salvation Army, his compositions and his greatest triumphs in life – his under-15 sporting achievements!Richard Phillips then joins Matthew for another ‘extraordinary insight' into Salvation Army repertoire. 'Metamorphosis', published in 2004, was written at the request of Major John Mott and holds great personal significance for the composer. Richard tells us the story behind the piece before delving into the music. Part two of the analysis will be in next month's podcast. Chris Webster (Regional Music Leader – Greater New York Division and NYSB) is the inhabitant of the Arid Island this month. What album will he choose to keep him company throughout his stay?A new Sparsely Scored and Bandmastermind complete another episode.Hosted by Matthew FrostProduced by Simon Gash Published by Music Editorial Audio extracts used with permission of SP&S Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Spiked Up Episode 40 - what to expect when you're expecting with Gen Gregson! In part one of this special episode Rose gives the listeners the update we've all been waiting for and Sarah goes through her training week which included stealing Rose's Mt McKay CR & some speed work at sea level. Gen Gregson joins the conversation for part 2 as she discusses running while pregnant. We get to hear all about her experience pre and postpartum with her first born and the challenges she faced when navigating a return to running. Her training looks a bit different at the moment but she explains how much fun she's having along the way. The episode concludes with TWSOITWASA which highlights young Aussies setting records & the Keely Classic.   SIGN UP TO OUR PATREON TODAY: www.patreon.com/forthekudos Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/forthekudos Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/forthekudos TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@forthekudos Rose: https://www.instagram.com/rose.davies Sarah: https://www.instagram.com/sarahbilling

A Study in Scarlet by Arthur Conan Doyle chapter 14 The Conclusion, by Isaac Birchall Subscribe on YT or Join the Book Club on Patreon and support me as an independent creator :D https://ko-fi.com/theessentialreads https://www.patreon.com/theessentialreads https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfOFfvo05ElM96CmfsGsu3g/join SUMMARY:Soon after Hope gives his statement, he passes away from a heart condition. Back at 221B Baker Street, Holmes and Watson discuss the case. Holmes calls it a very simple case, and Watson is taken aback. Holmes goes on to explain his technique of reverse thinking. Working backwards from the results to arrive at the method. He explains in the Brixton road, he determined several details about the victim and the killer. He then, determined that the murder was a personal one, and not a political one, and the missing wedding ring guaranteed this. Holmes then explains that his telegram to the US gave him all of the other details of the case. Who was involved, and the details of Hope's trip to Europe. Holmes then assumed that the best way to learn a city, and follow someone would be to work as a cabbie, so he employed his street urchins to go to every cab company and ask for a man called hope. Watson urges Holmes to publish his findings to get credit for his brilliant detective skills, but it doesn't really interest him and to make matters worse, the Newspapers are already giving all of the credit to Lestrade and Gregson.

This week we welcome writer and director Eric Gregson on the show to talk about making his first feature Dark Arrows which he shot, then secured additional investment to completely reshoot the film at a higher budget. After that we play another round of THE GAME, enjoy! Don't forget to support us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/mmihpodcast Leave us a Review on Apple Podcasts! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/making-movies-is-hard-the-struggles-of-indie-filmmaking/id1006416952

Merry Christmas from Front Row Classics. We're pleased to welcome back Natasha Gregson Wagner. Natasha is an actress, author & producer and returns to discuss one of her mother's most beloved movies: Miracle on 34th St. Brandon and Natasha discuss the film's lasting legacy and why it still warms our hearts in 2024. They also highlight Natasha's participation in the newest fragrance named after her mom.

Kris Kringle Merry Christmas from Front Row Classics. We’re pleased to welcome back Natasha Gregson Wagner. Natasha is an actress, author & producer and returns to discuss one of her mother’s most beloved movies: Miracle on 34th St. Brandon and Natasha discuss the film’s lasting legacy and why it still warms our hearts in 2024. … Continue reading Ep. 272- Celebrating Christmas with Natasha Gregson Wagner-Miracle on 34th St. →

A Study in Scarlet by Arthur Conan Doyle chapter 6 Tobias Gregson Shows What He Can Do, narrated by Isaac Birchall Subscribe on YT or Join the Book Club on Patreon and support me as an independent creator :D https://ko-fi.com/theessentialreads https://www.patreon.com/theessentialreads https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfOFfvo05ElM96CmfsGsu3g/join SUMMARY: The following day, the newspapers are filled with accounts of the "Brixton Mystery." They detail the events of the murder and claim that with Gregson and Lestrade on the tail, the culprit will be caught in no time. After breakfast, several street urchins run into the flat and it is revealed that Holmes uses these kids to get information that people wouldn't give to people in uniform. Gregson then arrives, feeling that he has solved the case and wrapped it in a nice little bow. He tells Holmes and Watson all that has happened since they last saw each other. He claims that Arthur Charpentier, son of the Boardinghouse owner, Mrs Charpentier is the culprit, and is waiting at the police station following his arrest. Holmes then asks Gregson to recount how he came to the conclusion that Charpentier is the culprit. Holmes is pleased with Gregson's surmises, but still remains a little smug. Detective Lestrade soon after arrives and informs everyone that the secretary, Mr Stangerson, has been murdered.

Click here to send us your email for our newsletter OR to send a message to the show!➡️Get Your FREE Guide "How to Study the Bible" at www.coffeeandbibletime.com!Uncover the secret to navigating social media with faith as our guest, Taryn Gregson, reveals how scripture can be a powerful tool against the pitfalls of digital life. She opens up about her personal experiences with the toxic side of social media and offers unique insights into applying a "faith filter" to our interactions.We tackle the anxiety and pressure social media can amplify as well as  the profound peace found in seeking fulfillment through Christ rather than likes. By drawing a clear line between social influence and soul influence, we encourage focusing on real-life connections and spiritual growth, using social media as a supplementary tool rather than a substitute for genuine community.Taryn shares practical advice on setting boundaries and achieving true rest, using the Bible as a compass for online behavior. With practical tips and Christian teachings, this episode equips listeners to navigate the digital landscape while staying grounded in God's word.Links from Taryn:Book: The Only Like That Matters Is God'sWebsite: www.teryngregson.comBible: She Reads Truth CSBRevelation Bible Study - Jen WilkinFavorite App: YouVersionBeyond The BeaconJoin Bishop Kevin for inspired interviews with Catholic Christians living out their faith!Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the showCheck out our website for more ways to fully connect to God's Word. There you'll find: Coffee and Bible Time Prayer Journals Coffee and Bible Time Courses Coffee and Bible Time Shop Find more great content on our YouTube channel: Coffee and Bible Time Our most popular video is “How I Study My Bible + In-Depth Bible Study!” with over 2M views! Follow us on InstagramVisit our Amazon ShopLearn more about the host Ellen KrauseEmail us at podcast@coffeeandbibletime.comThanks for listening to Coffee and Bible Time, where our goal is to help people delight in God's Word and thrive in Christian living!

Do you ever feel like movement is more about punishment than joy? In this episode of The Wellness Revolution podcast, I sit down with Saskia Gregson-Williams, founder of Grace & Form, to uncover how mindful movement can help you reconnect with your body, foster emotional healing, and transform how you approach fitness—especially for women in midlife navigating life's big changes. We discuss how just 15 minutes of mindful movement a day can improve flexibility, strength, and focus while helping you embrace movement as a source of play and healing. We also discuss simple, actionable strategies for incorporating mindful practices into your daily routine, helping you reconnect with your body, prevent injury, and embrace movement as a form of self-care. Saskia Gregson-Williams is a former professional ballet dancer turned wellness entrepreneur and founder of Grace & Form, a platform that blends ballet-inspired movement with mindfulness. With a deep background in dance and fitness, Saskia's main goal is to make movement accessible and healing for everyone. Through Grace & Form, she helps individuals enhance their physical and emotional well-being with an approach focused on strength, flexibility, and play. Saskia is also a published author and wellness advocate, dedicated to promoting holistic health through joyful movement. Thank you to our sponsors: Join Crush Life Boot Camp: https://products.ambershaw.com/crushlife HigherDose: Use code AMBER15 to get 15% off at https://higherdose.com    Find more from Saskia Gregson-Williams: Website: graceandformstudio.com Instagram: @naturally.sassy Instagram: @graceandformstudio Find more from Amber: Instagram: @msambershaw TikTok: @msambershaw Website: ambershaw.com    What We Discuss: 05:47: Defining Mindful Movement 08:44: Benefits of Mindful Movement for Women 11:46: Incorporating Movement into Daily Life 14:42: Overcoming Barriers to Movement 17:24: Common Mistakes in Fitness Programs 20:23: Saskia's Journey to Grace & Form 27:17: The Importance of Play in Wellness 30:02: Grace & Form: A Holistic Approach to Movement Key Takeaways: Mindful movement fosters a deeper connection to self. Incorporating movement can lead to better choices in daily life. Mindful movement can help slow down time and enhance enjoyment. Flexibility and strength are key benefits of mindful movement. Movement should be a joyful exploration, not a punishment. 15 minutes of daily movement can create lasting habits.  

A Study in Scarlet by Arthur Conan Doyle chapter 3 The Lauriston Gardens Mystery, narrated by Isaac Birchall Subscribe on YT or Join the Book Club on Patreon and support me as an independent creator :D https://ko-fi.com/theessentialreads https://www.patreon.com/theessentialreads https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfOFfvo05ElM96CmfsGsu3g/join SUMMARY:Holmes reads the note which was sent to him by a Detective Tobias Gregson of Scotland Yard. Gregson requests that Holmes assist on a strange case that they are working on. Holmes and Watson set off to Brixton, and when the arrive at the scene, Holmes spends a good amount of time looking at the road, the grass, and the mud leading up to the house. At the house, Lestrade and Gregson show Holmes and Watson the body of a man on the floor. There are several blood splatters on the walls but the man has no signs of bodily trauma or harm. When they go to move the body, a ring falls onto the floor. Gregson tells Holmes that he has contacted the United States to inquire about the man on the floor, and another man whose name the found in a letter. Lestrade discovers the word RACHE on the wall. While Lestrade has his own hypothesis, Holmes, after investigating the room and the body, shuts him down. Holmes says that he is determined that the man was poisoned by a man who came to the house with him, and informs the detectives that RACHE is the German word for "Revenge."

In this delightful episode of Hey Sis Eat This, we welcome half-sisters Natasha Gregson Wagner and Poppy Wall for an intimate conversation about family, food, and the magic of shared experiences across continents. Growing up on different sides of the Atlantic, these sisters have a unique bond despite being raised in two distinct worlds—Natasha in the glamorous backdrop of Hollywood as the daughter of legendary actress Natalie Wood, and Poppy in the serene countryside of Wales. You're going to love the story of how Natasha discovered she was going to be a big sister, their fond memories of growing up together, and the profound impact their mother Julia Gregson, had on their lives. Julia, an award-winning journalist, was the calming force of the family, embodying a hippy spirit and mystical beauty that left a lasting impression on step daughter, Natasha. With her warm demeanor and nurturing presence, Julia created a sanctuary in her Wales country side home where everyone felt at ease, encouraging open dialogue and genuine connection, despite the antiquated plumbing. She truly valued the sacred ritual of gathering around the dinner table, where deep conversations and vodka from the freezer flowed freely for hours. Epic meals in Wales played a pivotal role in the sisters upbringing and Julia's fruit crumble and beloved shepherd's pie continue to grace their family dinner tables, today.  Tune in for a peek into the Gregson family's traditions, and discover the lessons learned about the importance of nurturing relationships around a shared table and pursuing passions at any age. There's culinary inspiration and lots of familial affection, as we explore the enduring bonds of sisterhood, the joys of cooking, and the legacy of the remarkable Mummy Julia. All Things Natasha Purchase Natalie Fragrance Follow on Instagram: @nataliefragrance Natalie Wood: What Remains Behind - Max Original Documentary Book: More Than Love: An Intimate Portrait of My Mother, Natalie Wood All Things Poppy Purchase Eym Candles Follow on Instagram @eymnaturals All things Momma Julia Gregson http://www.juliagregson.net/about/ Purchase Julia's books About Hey Sis, Eat This We are two sisters, born and raised in Texas, who share a love of food, friends, and a wicked sense of humor! On the Hey Sis, Eat This podcast, we celebrate moms and meals, inspired by our very own Momma Ashley, a former chef and always the hostess with the mostess! What you'll hear: What we've been cookin', who we've been entertainin', and any kitchen conundrums of the week... often in our Momma's Texas accent Chatting with siblings about what it was like around their dinner table growing up, favorite family recipes and stories that celebrate moms Interviews with celebrity chefs, restaurateurs, and culinary entrepreneurs about the influence and inspiration from their moms Weekly recipes from us and our guests posted out the Hey Sis, Eat This website - Website: https://www.heysiseatthis.com  

In this delightful episode of Hey Sis Eat This, we welcome half-sisters Natasha Gregson Wagner and Poppy Wall for an intimate conversation about family, food, and the magic of shared experiences across continents. Growing up on different sides of the Atlantic, these sisters have a unique bond despite being raised in two distinct worlds—Natasha in the glamorous backdrop of Hollywood as the daughter of legendary actress Natalie Wood, and Poppy in the serene countryside of Wales. You're going to love the story of how Natasha discovered she was going to be a big sister, their fond memories of growing up together, and the profound impact their mother Julia Gregson, had on their lives. Julia, an award-winning journalist, was the calming force of the family, embodying a hippy spirit and mystical beauty that left a lasting impression on step daughter, Natasha. With her warm demeanor and nurturing presence, Julia created a sanctuary in her Wales country side home where everyone felt at ease, encouraging open dialogue and genuine connection, despite the antiquated plumbing. She truly valued the sacred ritual of gathering around the dinner table, where deep conversations and vodka from the freezer flowed freely for hours. Epic meals in Wales played a pivotal role in the sisters upbringing and Julia's fruit crumble and beloved shepherd's pie continue to grace their family dinner tables, today.  Tune in for a peek into the Gregson family's traditions, and discover the lessons learned about the importance of nurturing relationships around a shared table and pursuing passions at any age. There's culinary inspiration and lots of familial affection, as we explore the enduring bonds of sisterhood, the joys of cooking, and the legacy of the remarkable Mummy Julia. All Things Natasha Purchase Natalie Fragrance Follow on Instagram: @nataliefragrance Natalie Wood: What Remains Behind - Max Original Documentary Book: More Than Love: An Intimate Portrait of My Mother, Natalie Wood All Things Poppy Purchase Eym Candles Follow on Instagram @eymnaturals All things Momma Julia Gregson http://www.juliagregson.net/about/ Purchase Julia's books About Hey Sis, Eat This We are two sisters, born and raised in Texas, who share a love of food, friends, and a wicked sense of humor! On the Hey Sis, Eat This podcast, we celebrate moms and meals, inspired by our very own Momma Ashley, a former chef and always the hostess with the mostess! What you'll hear: What we've been cookin', who we've been entertainin', and any kitchen conundrums of the week... often in our Momma's Texas accent Chatting with siblings about what it was like around their dinner table growing up, favorite family recipes and stories that celebrate moms Interviews with celebrity chefs, restaurateurs, and culinary entrepreneurs about the influence and inspiration from their moms Weekly recipes from us and our guests posted out the Hey Sis, Eat This website - Website: https://www.heysiseatthis.com   - Recipes from our Us and Our Guests: https://www.heysiseatthis.com/our-recipes  - Call into the Hey Sis Hotline: 1-866-4 HEY SIS or 1-866-443-9747 - Email: hello@heysiseatthis.com   - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heysiseatthis/  - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/heysiseatthis  - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@heysiseatthis 

Join us as Ben, Dessy, Tiago, and Rose continue on their journey to play every Ace Attorney game! It's time for all the answers! Everything is being wrapped up! It's final case! Wait, I'm being handed a message here, on a shiny music disc. It's NOT over?! We've got some teases for the next game?! First we all talk about our beautiful boys, the Skulkin Brothers, but then we have to deal with Eggert- I mean, Ashley. There's some shocking developments here, from the government secrets being leaked, to Gregson desperately trying to hide things, and perhaps most shocking of all: Tiago says that he thinks Sholmes is kind of alright! Truly, it is a day of firsts. Find out how everyone reacted to the final case and the various cliffhangers, teases, and theories in this MASSIVE jam-packed episode! Next up: a short break, then we dive into case 1 of Resolve! Follow us online: @aceattorneypod / aceattorney.bsky / updatedautopsy.report Watch Ben, Dessy, & Iro's Let's Plays of the series on YouTube here! Want a shirt? Check out our store here! Ben: @yotsuben / yotsuben.bsky Dessy: @yesthisisdes / dessy.bsky Rose: @tromarts / rosenonsense.bsky Tiago: @tiagosdutra / linktr.ee

What are the biggest challenges facing today's teens? Join us for an eye-opening conversation with Mark Gregson, founder of Heartlight, a residential counseling center for troubled teens, as we explore the impact of trauma, loneliness, and societal pressures on our youth. Mark shares his invaluable insights, highlighting both positive trends like decreased teen pregnancy rates and serious concerns such as the rise in suicide rates. We dive deep into the importance of fostering strong, meaningful relationships to help teens navigate these turbulent times. Balancing boundaries and independence is no easy feat for parents, but Mark offers practical wisdom on shifting parenting priorities towards safety and development. Through heartfelt personal reflections, he discusses creating a supportive home environment that acts as a sanctuary from external pressures while preparing children to make wise decisions. Mark's guidance on nurturing different personalities and fostering a loving relationship with your child provides hope as children transition into adulthood.Faith and love take center stage as we discuss the balance between being a parent and a friend. Mark draws inspiration from Christ's example, emphasizing listening and loving over authoritarian control. The conversation highlights the transition from teaching preteens to training teens, allowing them to learn from their experiences. We also touch on Mark's inspiring personal journey, including his upcoming kidney transplant, showcasing his resilience and unwavering dedication to helping both parents and teens thrive. Tune in for a blend of practical advice, heartfelt stories, and hopeful insights on raising teens in today's challenging world.Visit Mark Gregston's website, Parenting Today's Teens, for more resources on raising teenagers in today's world: https://parentingtodaysteens.orghttps://markgregston.comhttps://heartlightministries.org-----------------------------CHAPTERS:00:00  Introduction01:02  What's Different About Today's Teens?04:30  The Root of Hopelessness07:14  Building Strong Relationships with Your Teen12:30  Setting Boundaries and Letting Go15:42  Can You Be Your Teenager's Friend?18:30  Raising Kids of Faith in a Modern World21:00  Conclusion: Hope for Today's Teens------------------------------BEHIND THE MIKE WEBSITE:https://BehindTheMikePodcast.comEmail | Mike@BehindTheMike.netSubscribe to Behind the Mike YouTube:   / behindthemikeconversationsofhope Send us a textSupport the Show.Watch these podcasts on YouTube!Follow Us!YouTube: @behindthemikepodcastInstagram: @behindthemikepodcastTikTok: @behind_the_mike_podcastFacebook: @behindthemikepodcast

Iago Jooooorge, Marcela Belleza e Eduarda Bauer atualizam o episódio 102 de osteoporose em 5 clinicagens: como avaliar o risco de fratura? Como e quando iniciar o ⁠⁠tratamento após fratura? Como continuar o tratamento depois dos medicamentos anabólicos? ⁠⁠Quando e como acompanhar as "férias" de bisfosfonatos? Como tratar homens com osteoporose?  Vote no TdC no prêmio Melhores Podcasts do Brasil (prêmio MPB). Estamos na categoria Ciência! https://www.premiompb.com.br/ Referências: Site da ABRASSO - https://abrasso.org.br/ Frax Plus https://www.fraxplus.org/frax-plus  https://www.tadeclinicagem.com.br/guia/198/tratamento-farmacologico-de-osteoporose-primaria/  Richard Eastell, Clifford J Rosen, Dennis M Black, Angela M Cheung, M Hassan Murad, Dolores Shoback, Pharmacological Management of Osteoporosis in Postmenopausal Women: An Endocrine Society Clinical Practice Guideline, The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism, Volume 104, Issue 5, May 2019, Pages 1595–1622, https://doi.org/10.1210/jc.2019-00221 Silva BC, Madeira M, d'Alva CB, et al. Definition and management of very high fracture risk in women with postmenopausal osteoporosis: a position statement from the Brazilian Society of Endocrinology and Metabolism (SBEM) and the Brazilian Association of Bone Assessment and Metabolism (ABRASSO). Arch Endocrinol Metab. 2022;66(5):591-603. doi:10.20945/2359-3997000000522 Radominski SC, Bernardo W, Paula AP, et al. Brazilian guidelines for the diagnosis and treatment of postmenopausal osteoporosis. Rev Bras Reumatol Engl Ed. 2017;57 Suppl 2:452-466. doi:10.1016/j.rbre.2017.07.001 Gregson, C.L., Armstrong, D.J., Bowden, J. et al. UK clinical guideline for the prevention and treatment of osteoporosis. Arch Osteoporos 17, 58 (2022). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11657-022-01061-5  El Miedany, Y., Toth, M., Elwakil, W. et al. Post-Fracture Care Program: Pharmacological Treatment of Osteoporosis in Older Adults with Fragility Fractures. Curr Osteoporos Rep 21, 472–484 (2023). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11914-023-00791-w Wang CY, Fu SH, Yang RS, Chen LK, Shen LJ, Hsiao FY. Timing of anti-osteoporosis medications initiation after a hip fracture affects the risk of subsequent fracture: A nationwide cohort study. Bone. 2020;138:115452. doi:10.1016/j.bone.2020.115452 Camacho PM, Petak SM, Binkley N, et al. AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF CLINICAL ENDOCRINOLOGISTS/AMERICAN COLLEGE OF ENDOCRINOLOGY CLINICAL PRACTICE GUIDELINES FOR THE DIAGNOSIS AND TREATMENT OF POSTMENOPAUSAL OSTEOPOROSIS-2020 UPDATE. Endocr Pract. 2020;26(Suppl 1):1-46. doi:10.4158/GL-2020-0524SUPPL Ramchand SK, Leder BZ. Sequential Therapy for the Long-Term Treatment of Postmenopausal Osteoporosis. J Clin Endocrinol Metab. 2024;109(2):303-311. doi:10.1210/clinem/dgad496 Chandran M. The why and how of sequential and combination therapy in osteoporosis. A review of the current evidence. Arch Endocrinol Metab. 2022;66(5):724-738. doi:10.20945/2359-3997000000564

Guest: Teryn GregsonOrganization: Driving Disciples (using golf to share the gospel)Position: Co-Founder (also former sports broadcaster)Book: The Only “Like” That Matters is God's Using the Bible to Transform Your Life on Social MediaWebsite: teryngregson.com

Guest: Teryn GregsonOrganization: Driving Disciples (using golf to share the gospel)Position: Co-Founder (also former sports broadcaster)Book: The Only “Like” That Matters is God's Using the Bible to Transform Your Life on Social MediaWebsite: teryngregson.com

Hello swabbies! On this week's episode, we sit down with author Marc J Gregson and narrator Vikas Adam to discuss the YA sci-fi/fantasy book Sky's End. Join them as the discuss the plot, characters, influences, what they'd like to see in the installment of the Above the Black series, and much more.  Who was Marc's favorite character to write? Who was Vikas's favorite to voice? Who's a bird shit? Tune in to find out!   You can win one of 3 signed copies of Sky's End!  All you have to do to enter is: 1. Follow @mjg_write & @whatsupfandom on social media 2. Like our Giveaway post 3. Comment your favorite Sky's End character  That's it! Enter by 11:59pm CST on June 25th. Winners will be announced on June 26th.    Follow Marc on: Instagram @mjg_write Twitter @MJG_Write Grab your copy of Sky's End on Amazon or Audible today!   Follow Vikas on  Instagram @vikasadam Twitter @vikasadam   We are looking for new cohosts! if you are interested in joining our team, please reach out to us on Instagram or via email at WUFcohosts@gmail.com.   Special Thanks to this week's sponsor Wild Bill's Soda! Enjoy crisp unique olde fashioned soda flavors anytime with Wild Bill's. Head over to drinkwildbills.com and use code FANDOM10 to get 10% off your purchase!    Do you have suggestions for the show? Do have specific voice actor or creator that you would like us to interview? We would love to hear from you! Feel free to message us.   If you enjoy the show, please rate and review! Follow the show on: Instagram @WhatsUpFandom Twitter @WhatsUpFandomPC YouTube What's Up, Fandom Podcast   Follow Josh @JoshLCain Follow Luke @tatted_triceratops   Tags:  podcast, podcasts, movies, tv, comics, pop culture, fandom, anime, video games, books, audible, writer, narrator, author, interview, scifi, fantasy, skys end, young adult, attack on titan, percy jackson, hunger games

Gen is one of Australia's most accomplished middle-distance runners of all-time, she's a 3 time Olympic finalist, the Australian record holder and is soon bound for an incredible 4th Olympic Games in Paris. From Gen's well documented achilles rupture in the steeple chase final at the Tokyo Olympics she has repaired, re-modelled and returned as one of Australia's premier marathon runners. Throw in pregnancy and the birth of her son Archer into that timeline and you have a seriously inspirational comeback story. The resilience, determination and professionalism of Gen Gregson is impossible to ignore. We get to chat about her early days running barefoot on the farm through to her stunning 2:23 marathon in Valencia. Gen details her plans to prepare meticulously for Paris and the importance of the Australian women's distance cartel in pushing her along to bigger things. We also discuss drugs in sport, the dating rules at Melbourne Track Club, the benefits or wheat grass shots and the perfect braiding technique for marathon performance! It was an absolute please to have Gen Gregson on the podcast. Enjoy!   Thanks to our podcast partners #runnulla #fractel #guenergy #gymeaalliedhealthcentre #basecampaltitude Please subscribe or follow Running Matters to be notified when each episode is released. Feel free to use the online discount codes below: GU Energy Australia (15%): RUNNINGMATTERS Fractel Performance Running Caps (15%): runningmatters Runnulla (10%): Mention Running Matters in store.  

Waypoints host Jim Klug is joined by Yellow Dog's Belize program director Matt Kelsic and industry veteran Bryan Gregson to talk all things Belize. In episode one of this two-part series on Belize, Jim and guests discuss why Belize is such a popular and important angling destination, talk travel logistics and the best ways to get to Belize, break down the species found throughout the country, review relevant and effective gear and equipment, talk favorite flies, and discuss lodge packages and all-inclusive options versus DIY scenarios. Klug literally wrote the book on Belize (Fly Fishing Belize in 2014), and in his discussions with Kelsic and Gregson (two anglers who truly know the ins-and-outs of this amazing Caribbean country), goes deep on details to help with planning and researching future trips.- Visit our Belize fly fishing lodges page - View all podcast episodes by going to the WAYPOINTS podcast page- WAYPOINTS is brought to you by our friends at Fishpond. Visit the Fishpond website to look at some of the gear we never leave home without. As a special offer for WAYPOINTS listeners, enter the code “WAYPOINTS,” all upper case, at checkout when you spend 40 dollars or more, and receive a free River Rat koozie while supplies last. When you take the road less traveled, make sure you travel with Fishpond.- Follow us on Instagram- Follow us on Facebook- Subscribe to our Newsletter for trip specials, travel news, and more!- View the official Yellow Dog website

As we approach Mother's Day, we want to share with you our conversation with actress, author and filmmaker Natasha Gregson Wagner.  Natasha is the daughter of the late actress Natalie Wood and film producer Richard Gregson. She is the stepdaughter of actor Robert Wagner and the co-producer of the documentary called “Natalie Wood: What Remains Behind”.  Natasha is also the author of the book, “More Than Love: An Intimate Portrait of My Mother, Natalie Wood.”   Shopify is the all-in-one commerce platform that makes it simple for anyone to start, run and grow your own successful business. With Shopify, you'll create an online store, discover new customers, and grow the following that keeps them coming back. Shopify makes getting paid simple, by instantly accepting every type of payment. With Shopify's single dashboard, you can manage orders, shipping and payments from anywhere. Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at Shopify.com/nobody.

How is it even possible to balance writing novels, teaching, and empowering students as a role model? That's exactly what our guest does daily! Brave New Teaching friends, you are in for a treat today as you hear from author and middle school teacher, Marc Gregson.In this episode, Marc shares his journey that led him to being a middle school teacher and published author and how he manages to successfully balance everything from family time to building relationships with students to writing for three hours a day! You are going to love hearing about how he engages and motivates young writers in his class while including them in his own writing and publishing journey.RESOURCES MENTIONED:Check out Marc's websiteConnect with Marc on Instagram @MJG_WriteFollow Marc on TikTok @MJG_WriteFollow Marc on TwitterSHOW NOTES: https://www.bravenewteaching.com/home/episode201Sign up for the FREE Down With the Reading Quiz Masterclass: https://shop.bravenewteaching.com/masterclassSupport the Show.

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Today's guest is no stranger to the show. In fact, she's making her third appearance. You may recall our last episode with Genevieve Gregson was titled "Bouncing Back from Olympic Heartbreak". At the time, she was still processing having ruptured her Achilles at the 2021 Tokyo Olympics. There was an uncertain road ahead.  In this episode we hear how she has reinvented her mindset to not just bounce back, but propel herself to becoming one of Australia's fastest ever marathoners. For more from us follow @marathostateofmind

On this episode of the Classroom Matters podcast host Kristy Houle talks with Dr. Stephanie Gregson who currently serves as the Deputy Executive Director for the California Collaborative for Educational Excellence (CCEE). Stephanie's focus is on school turnaround centering on improving teaching and learning aimed at equitable access, opportunity, and outcomes for students. Stephanie has more than 24 years of experience in public education and started her career as an elementary school teacher but has also served as a principal and a district leader.  Dr. Gregson has anchored her decision making upon the belief that every student deserves the opportunity to thrive in an ideal learning environment.Guest Website:  https://ccee-ca.org/

In this heartfelt episode of The Series for Education and Awareness in Medicine (SEAM), we sit down with the extraordinary Natasha Gregson Wagner, acclaimed actress, entrepreneur, and the daughter of iconic film producer Richard Gregson and the legendary Natalie Wood. Natasha shares her inspiring journey, touching on the impact of her family's legacy, the challenges of loss, and the resilience that fuels her advocacy for women's health. Join us for a deeply personal conversation that explores life, love, and the power of raising awareness for preventive care.For more, follow The Seam on Instagram, watch full episodes on Youtube, or visit the Lynne Cohen Foundation website.Produced by Peoples Media Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

JP Morgan Private Bank's Oliver Gregson provides an insightful look at leveraging resources for social good. The conversation is wide-ranging and delves into clients' changing approach to doing good, the bank's work, and  Oliver's personal narrative that includes social good, the environment and finance. Sustainability, climate and the environment are personal passions for Oliver. Since his days at the University of Nottingham where Oliver graduated with a Bachelor of Applied Science in Environmental Biology, he has held a variety of roles over a 23-year career in Financial Services. Oliver is a member of the UK Philanthropy Governance Committee of the J.P. Morgan Corporate Foundation, focusing on Small Business and ESG. Working with partners, he also co-leads the sustainability vision for the International Private Bank and established the Global Private Bank's Sustainable Investment Summit. Oliver is currently a member of the NSPCC's Child Safety Online Taskforce, was previously a Non-Executive Director at Finance Earth, and previously a Trustee for Blue Ventures Marine Conservation. He was also a Council Member until 2020 of the Sustainable Markets Initiative, focusing on the need to accelerate global progress towards a sustainable future. Thank you for downloading this episode of the Do One Better Podcast. Visit our Knowledge Hub at Lidji.org for information on 200+ case studies and interviews with remarkable leaders in philanthropy, sustainability and social entrepreneurship.   

We return to Watson's reminiscence of the tale. A curious cough of suspense hangs in the air as we encounter our prisoner - fierce with resistance, yet not violent towards his captors. His expression of warmth and affability stirs an almost paradoxical interest. Whether it's crafty manipulation or an honest indication of his character, it becomes clear to us, as it did to Watson, that the man's physical stature, determined expression, and raw power may be the formidable adversary that our excellent detective duo needed to encounter. Holmes, with his characteristic observational acuity, sets in motion a series of interactions between the prisoner, himself, and the trio of detectives - Gregson, Lestrade, and Watson. As we find the group on their way to the Police station, we are left to unravel the implications of a startling health revelation, an aortic aneurism pulsating in the chest of our prisoner, the imminence of his death hanging like a shadowy pallor.The prisoner's confessional monologue intertwines a woeful tale of loss, grief, revenge, and a sense of justice imbued with an uncanny sense of eeriness. Throughout this revealing interaction, the tension builds, tightening its grip like a vice around the listener's imagination.

We welcome Chapter 7, where we hear the tale of Stangerson's fate, the man once suspected by Lestrade. As the dance of deduction sways back and forth between Holmes and his companions, we see a careful ballet of words, each movement, each exchange pulling us closer to the elusive truth. In these moments of utmost suspense, we stand at the precipice alongside Gregson, Lestrade, and our narrator – looking out across a vast expanse shrouded in uncertainty, yet beneath our feet are the sharp, jagged edges of a truth unseen. Evidence surfaces, cryptic clues emerge, and gradually, like faint glimmers of light piercing the veil, pieces of the puzzle glint before our eyes, cut and carved by the masterful hand of Sherlock Holmes. Each new revelation, each twist of the tale, layers the narrative, deepening its intensity, and augmenting the suspense that tugs at the seams of our intrigue. So let us traverse this path that weaves its way through darkness and deceit, toward the beacon of clarity in a world cloaked in shadow. May we make the journey together, subtly cajoled by the magnetism of this tale, our minds gleaming with the excitement, the dread, the cold, the revelations in Chapter 7, Light in the Darkness.

A chilly dawn, stained pomegranate and gold, drew back the velvet curtain of the night to reveal the city of London, awakening from its dream-addled sleep. The hush of night remained momentarily even as pale sunlight peppered the cobbled streets, the only turmoil residing in the whispering newspapers, swollen with the Brixton Mystery. The shocking tragedy, a strange cocktail of unusual particulars and inexplicable motives swirled around the unsuspecting city's breakfast tables, each article penned in the ink of anticipation and fear. As the ruby sun spilled over the silent city, casting long shadows upon the faces of damaged buildings and industrious men, whispers of political scandalmongers and the vague, invisible tendrils of insidious revolution, danced provocatively. A shroud of mystery encased the societal constraints, quietly eroding them. Was the lawless outrage a mere symptom of the Liberal Administration or was there more than met the unsuspecting eye?This chapter unveils the enigmatic fog from the murder in the Brixton road, providing new perspectives and possible culprits through the dedicated detective work of Mr. Gregson. His zeal and unwavering determination to illuminate the truth bring forth the fresh scent of justice wafting through the early London morning.Turn your ear to the rustling paper, the ticking timepiece, and the percolating theories as Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson unravel the threads of this Brixton line, their amused debate punctuated by the sudden surprise resident at their Baker Street abode. Listen as the stakes rise for Detective Gregson, who shows with unflinching courage what he can indeed do, shedding rays of plausible clarity into the shadowed corners of this gripping affair.Yet, even as the dawn breaks, and secrets spill from trembling lips, the satisfaction of partial revelations is short-lived. The chill of unsettling twists descends upon our protagonists; unease replaces the earlier tranquillity, bringing home, once again, the complex layers of this enigma echoing, surrounding, consuming, and forever deepening the ‘Brixton Mystery'. 

299: London & Monaco Diamond League | Victorian State XC Champs | Gen Gregson   This episode of Inside Running is proudly brought to you by The PREPD Adelaide Marathon, register now for the PREPD Marathon, Half Marathon or the Family Friendly Saucony 10k or 5k. Register at www.adelaidemarathon.com.au Brad gets a heart surgery appointment lined up. Julian doesn't quite have the day he planned for the Cross Country Champs in Bundoora. Brady meanwhile surprised himself by placing 18th at Bundoora. Catriona Bisset broke her own National and Area Record in the London Diamond League 800m, lowering the mark down to 1:57:78. https://runnerstribe.com/latest-news/bisset-breaks-australian-800m-record-as-australians-light-up-london/   Stewy McSweyn posted a season best of 3:31.42 in the 1500m, with Adam Spencer close behind in a personal best of 3:31.82 to move to 4th on the Australian All-time list. Oli Hoare was scratched from the event.. Rose Davies also featured in pacemaking duties for the 5000m. London Diamond League Results https://runnerstribe.com/latest-news/adam-spencer-drops-331-1500m-moves-to-number-4-all-time-australian/?fbclid=IwAR3BH_Gb3pSEupU4Ok0llUFTCnOzc8jnV8Lhi06ZlpkmC2Dfxz-6A9L2Cq8  Monaco Diamond League Jessica Hull 4:15.34 for Oceania and National Record in the Mile that saw Faith Kipyegon break the World Record in a time of 4:07.64. Abbey Caldwell also featured in the mile running a personal best of 4:20.51. Joseph Deng ran 1:44.93 in the 800m. Geordie Beamish of New Zealand set a new Steeplechase Oceania and National Record of 8:13.26 Monaco Diamond League Results https://runnerstribe.com/latest-news/hull-breaks-australian-mile-record-and-olyslagers-strengthens-world-title-claim-in-monaco/?fbclid=IwAR0MaRCy3Bdv2nQ8RtMvoOJxCI30EdvEa_wKwrhAiemcK6dhLZ9cbX--214  Ellie Pashley for Geelong had a comfortable win at the Victorian State XC Championships held at Bundoora, with Victoria Skaltsonis of Box Hill and Jessica Coyne for South Melbourne. Glenhuntly were the winning team in Women's Premier Division, ahead of St Stephens Harriers and South Melbourne. Andy Buchanan for Bendigo won the race in a closer affair, with Dave McNeill for Old Xavierians and Lachlan Herd for Knox following on the podium. Bendigo also won the Men's Premier Division, with Western Athletics second and Geelong third. AthsVic Results Hub https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=60JfRrEAX2k  Gen Gregson won the Sydney Harbour 10 in a time of 32:19, ahead of Leanne Pompeani and Eloise Wellings, while Ed Goddard was first across the line in 29:37 ahead of Ryan Gregson and Arron Spiessberger-Parker. Gen joins the show for the first time since the Tokyo Olympics to recap both the win and her debut at Gold Coast Marathon, detailing the training that went in the lead up and what she learned from it. Sydney Harbour 10 Results Reece Langdon and Angus Hincksman take home the silver and bronze medals respectively in the T38 1500m Final at the Para World Champs in Paris, France with Deon Kenzie placing fifth. https://runnerstribe.com/latest-news/triple-threat-close-world-para-athletics-championships-with-medals-in-paris/  Morgan McDonald returns to racing after nearly a year of injuries, to run the 5000m in 13:24.54 at the Sound Running Sunset Tour Meet in Occidental College, California. Results Victoria withdraws its support to host the 2026 Commonwealth Games, citing funding issues. https://runnerstribe.com/features/the-death-of-the-commonwealth-a-column-by-len-johnson/  Moose on the Loose this week warns about the want and desire to put your body through the rigours of training above the rest and recovery that your body needs. Patreon Link: https://www.patreon.com/insiderunningpodcast Opening and Closing Music is Undercover of my Skin by Benny Walker. www.bennywalkermusic.com Join the conversation at: https://www.facebook.com/insiderunningpodcast/ To donate and show your support for the show: https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=9K9WQCZNA2KAN

LISTEN In his From the Heart segment, Dr. Paul dedicates this week’s show to his mom as he prepares for her upcoming Celebration of Life service. He reflects on the importance of family and how difficult times can bring an important reminder of how much we need each other. Let’s take a moment to be grateful for the comfort, connection, and community we can have with our loved ones. ​"How dare they, during the PGA tour's COVID-19 mandates when the PGA refused your since [...]

As we approach Mother's Day, we want to share with you our conversation with actress, author and filmmaker Natasha Gregson Wagner.  Natasha is the daughter of the late actress Natalie Wood and film producer Richard Gregson. She is the stepdaughter of actor Robert Wagner and the co-producer of the recent documentary called “Natalie Wood: What Remains Behind”.  Natasha is also the author of the book, “More Than Love: An Intimate Portrait of My Mother, Natalie Wood.”   We're excited to tell you about another great product from our sponsor, Ritual.  It's called Synbiotic+ and it's a daily 3-in-1 clinically-studied prebiotic, probiotic, and postbiotic designed to help support a balanced gut microbiome.  Ritual's Synbiotic+ provides two of the world's most clinically studied probiotic strains to support the relief of mild and occasional digestive discomforts, like bloating, gas, and diarrhea.  Synbiotic+ and Ritual are here to celebrate, not hide, your insides. It's time to listen to your gut!  Ritual is offering our Nobody Told Me! listeners 10% off during your first 3 months.  Visit ritual.com/NTM to start Ritual or add Synbiotic+ to your subscription today.