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Author of Practicing Simplicity, Jodi Wilson faced a fear of complacently which grew bigger than her fear of change and it prompted her to pack her 4 young chillins into a caravan for a life on the road and the building of a whole new rhythm. Over the coming years, they got comfortable in the discomfort of change, uncertainty and discovered  that the ritual of stirring porridge shouldn't be underestimated, nor should the  remarkability of the ordinary. She encourages us all to take small steps and make brave choices. We need to step outside our front doors, go for a walk and chat to our neighbours.*Recorded pre federal electionDeciding, on a whim to take her 4 children around Australia in a caravanLetting her intuition dominate her decisions towards a leap of faithConsciously close mental tabs Unravelling the sense of obligation to time frames and social normsIf we are privileged enough to make choice, we have a responsibility to make changeWhy it's important we don't get stuck in our bell jarHow a life on the road in a caravan with 6 people helped refine what we really need in our life.Making conscious decisionsSustainability as humans - constantly running,Creating a life she believed in not one she was wedged intoIntuition led - heart and gut. If it doesn't feel right it can't be continuedWhy she cant access her intuition or gut instinct if she is anxiousSpending time in nature, barefoot on sand, in deserts, Finding a sense of belonging and connection in ancestral landscapesMaking major decisions via a woven path of experiencesThe romance of a roadtrip was appealing but the reality was that I had to get dirtyYou carry the dirt of your travels are carried in the crevices of your skinReminiscent stories of they're 2.5 years on the roadSettling in Tassie in a 1950's bungalowDefining what it is you DO WANTCreating ritual and time for self while on the roadLooking at the stars and basking in the silence of the nightCreating more time in your life because of the choices we've madeSimplicity starts where you are with what you have - simplicity is an attitude and a mindsetSimplicity ebbs and flows with the demands of our livesCollective heartache and collective exhaustion We haven't evolved from the primal beings we are but we have been distracted.Nothing gets done unless you take small steps towards itReplacing the perfectionist hurdles of ‘shoulda' with the compassionate reality of “I will when I can”Feeling like a local when the neighbours stop for a chat and the shop owners know your nameLiving with little and raising her kids to see this gives her hopeReferencesPracticing Simplicity  - book, blog and socials of Jodi WilsonKirsten Bradley Futuresteading conversationRadical Hope ClubBuy the Book - Futuresteading - Live Like tomorrow mattersSupport the showCasual Support - Buy Me A CoffeeRegular Support - PatreonSupport the show

SHOW SUMMARYJoin Billa, co founder of the Wild School, as we navigate back into our custodial selves. Where we use head, hands & heart to rebuild the connective processes that help us become deeply connected people to place & each other. This process requires us to not only think but to really feel, 'It needs to be remembered in the body at a cellular level. “In our bones as women we have generations of wisdom & the sisterhood brings this to life”'We are designed to live in tribal sized groups & to take care of country but we lack the skills so it's time to unlearn & relearn.'The right environment will trigger the hard wired settings to make us what we are designed to be & the process of relearning how to live together will be more than just building houses & spaces or owning land. Billa & her husband Chief have been doing this earth connection & village making work their entire lives & she is measuring her experiences against something in her bones.  She is doing this via 5 sacred pathways - these being food as medicine, nature connection, ceremony & ritual, village making & art is medicine. A pedagogy you cannot be schooled on, you need to embody them through experience.The most potent experience of all she says is to have gratitude for the mother. Us two-legged humans form a story - “we are merely the current fruiting mushroom of the ancestral mycelium”. its time to be reminded of this in our modern day story.Things we chatted aboutWildschoolGaia University8 shields movement - Jon YoungTyson Yinkaporta - right story, wrong storySupport the ShowCasual Support - Buy Me A CoffeeRegular Support - PatreonBuy the Book - Futuresteading - Live Like tomorrow mattersShow Notes:Moving towards a life that moves in circles rather than being square & rigid - finding the sisterhood, herbal medicine, permaculture.Women need women but we specifically need sisterhood where we share wisdom & DO together - craft, learn, share, DIY-ing her own home at 24Intentional communities - are they a study in failure or can we really do this?Permaculture has been foundational alongside womens wisdomBeing alive ‘in village'Finding our way back through the cultural repair journey via the 8 shields movement & the 64 cultural elementsConnecting to country to continue as a speciesReconciling our history is foundational to rebuilding cultureYou can't ground community without the land but you can't just buy land & assume the community will come - the truth of the land needs to be reconciled. What we eat is our relationship to the earth mother - it plugs us back inRebuilding deep connection requires all five sacred pathways to be presentAre we existing in captivityDecolonising our body through food Building next level connection with our ancestors We've stopped knowing our bodiesWhat else comes with your DNA? More than height or eyes colourThe humble shall inherit the earthCheck in with what your ‘baseline' is - very high in western cultureTaking care of the baseline & being able to appreciate it is freeing because you can let go of the noisy material things which takes up all the space & consume you.White privilege blinkers - question what was taken in order for us to have thisSupport the show

Missed the show this morning? No worries, catch all the action right here from Sport Nation Summer Days with Tony Johnson featuring, - TJ's Take on Razor's exit - Jamie Wall shares his thoughts on what transpired yesterday - Britt Graham - David Long - Richard Potts - Thad Taylor - Ben Kennings - The Sports Desk - Trevor McKewen - Kyle Mills - Through The Years Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Missed the show this morning? No worries, catch all the action right here from Sport Nation Summer Days with Tony Johnson featuring, - Speculation ... then confirmation of Scott 'Razor' Robertson's future, - David Long, - Rugby Rule changes, - Ben Strang, - Nick Quinn, - Gavin Bisman, - The Sports Desk, - Jarrad Hoeata. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Missed the show this morning? No worries, catch all the action right here from Sport Nation Summer Days with Tony Johnson featuring, David Bieleski David Long, Michael Guerin, Ben Kennings, The Presser, Clark Laidlaw. and our Super Rugby Cult Hereos from Aus/SA/Argentina. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Missed the show this morning? No worries, catch all the action right here from Sport Nation Summer Days with Tony Johnson featuring, David Long, Pip Morris, Sports Desk, Sam Brief, Super Rugby Cult Hero XV, Ben Kennings, Casey Frank, Improving Sport, The Presser, Tana Umaga. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

LOVERACING.NZ Thoroughbred Racing Update with Trackside NZ's Pip Morris on Summer Days with Tony Johnson including what's coming up this week & more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Missed the show this morning? No worries, catch all the action right here from Sport Nation Summer Days with Tony Johnson featuring, Jacob Spoonley, News Clippings, Hamish Rutherford, Michael Guerin, Ben Kennings, David Long, 2026 Sports Wish List, Aiden McLaughlin, Colin Mansbridge. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah Andrews has this way of stripping back the noise & replacing hustle with humility. A gentle woman, who describes herself as '90% introvert', she has crated beautiful spaces by considering them her palette to tell stories  & then inviting in a global community of folk to share her special space.The key, she says, to creating spaces that are warm, nurturing and supportive of the community they are designed to hold, is to be sure that “beautiful is not the ‘budget”.“My plan was to teach a few what I knew and then go sailing but it didn't happen like that because what was being taught was so special & it really did what it said on the box”Today the futuresteading pod invites you to open the box and learn ways to create spaces that nurture togetherness. Things we talked about:Hosting masterclass - Sarahs online programThe Poetry of Spaces - Sarah AndrewsCaptains Rest - Sarah's AccommodationSupport the showCasual Support - Buy Me A CoffeeRegular Support - PatreonBuy the Book - Futuresteading - Live Like tomorrow mattersShow NotesHow a tumultuous life has lead her to creating spaces that make her feel safeSpaces that make you feel the way you want to feel  & be the best we canFinding your medium to create stories - art, verbal words, design, written words,Walking the line of being a hermit that is alone but not wanting to be aloneUnderstanding her ratio for a happy life - for her its 90% introvertedAttracting people together but without the obligation of having to hold them all.“I'd found an internal happiness as a host and wanted to gift that to others” “Hosting & creating spaces is a science which can be broken down into a process?Frustration with the creative world using words that don't have meaningful measure.Building tools that could be taught to people who don't think they're creative.It's easy to copy something if you've got a big budget but if you're creating something that's creative & individual then the real beauty is uncovered“For many reasons captains rest should not have been a success but when it was I was inundated with people asking me to help them do the same for them”Humility in creating a global network of minded individuals "I don't have the energy for it to be all about me so it's lovely to see a community of people connecting from the comfort of my couch"Every year I just do what I can - which is different every year - there's no strategy but it feels good & works for me.Enough is not about doing more, having more, seeing more, it's about how much you can give to the world.Building a meaningful community of people she loves & trustsI'm a three friend type of person - they've seen me through every part of my lifeBeing part of a community that is protective of one another & generousInner huddles & outer huddlesOur community is a success because it's genuine - it's not a side hustle or a business venture - I'd be doing it anyway.The thing that always links to success is ‘realness' - when it lights up people's eyes you know it's true. It's those who have the bravery to follow thatA better way of being a community of people interacting with one another is when we sidestep division. Being led by kindness - one of the hardest but most rewarding things about being alive.Support the show

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The boys dive into plenty of topics on todays show and play a few games as well! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Susie Jones hangs around as Chad opens the show taking to task anyone who prefers a bitter cold winter day to the hottest we get in a Minnesota summer.

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and had the livelong summer day to spend - #4334 (95R55 percent 202 left) by chair house 251026 (again, William Butler Yeats from May 22, 2025) *** NEW CATCHPHRASE FOR PIANO TEN THOUSAND LEAVES *** " Gentleness, carried on 4,536 leaves of sound " ######## Latest Album: 31st SELECTION ALBUM JUST RELEASED ######## "forest moon dream" - the 31st selection album of piano ten thousand leaves youtube: FULL VIDEO with 20 full songs in very high quality sounds https://youtu.be/hRY7rtkp-hw?si=dpSjSeY7rHAyOvtC spotify: https://open.spotify.com/intl-ja/album/0GL5j2gohVbt5rgcbZqslM?si=Al-XczUJTJmNYgpcGbff7w apple Music: https://music.apple.com/jp/album/forest-moon-dream/1843588627 amazon music: https://amazon.co.jp/music/player/albums/B0FTMBPY75?marketplaceId=A1VC38T7YXB528&musicTerritory=JP&ref=dm_sh_dz30EicNlOoEQrCadNDGVEtSW all music streaming services: https://linkco.re/GzFhAvTg?lang=en *** "PIANO TEN THOUSAND LEAVE" COMPLETE WORK ALBUM SERIES START *** Now begins a new challenge: to compile all 4,536 pieces into 91 albums and deliver them to the future. Just as "Ten Thousand Leaves ( Manyoushu ) " carried the hearts of lovers across a thousand years, we hope these piano pieces will reach people a thousand years from now. =================== VOLUME1-4 =================== *** youtube full video: https://youtu.be/a77YDMMgv7o *** spotify: https://open.spotify.com/intl-ja/album/3mISdsZNVdEAD2BMxCE0ku?si=2l36hot_TsyV_kCVnKwLBg *** Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/jp/album/the-complete-works-of-piano-ten-thousand-leaves-vol-1-4/1840586819 *** amazon Music: https://amazon.com/music/player/albums/B0FRMNGD1K?marketplaceId=ATVPDKIKX0DER&musicTerritory=US&ref=dm_sh_mFt4isWbmtWKlgKqqHDbRNiff *** all music streaming services: https://linkco.re/m0nqEtsg?lang=en =================== VOLUME1-3 =================== *** youtube full video https://youtu.be/ue7KsUBdLME?si=5UbdJelOAPjqboiJ *** spotify: https://open.spotify.com/intl-ja/album/6BAV5XloL6HDGboFeiE3VF?si=e4E-3zI0RqCt8aQNrnMHrQ *** Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/jp/album/the-complete-works-of-piano-ten-thousand-leaves-vol-1-3/1834912123 *** all music streaming services: https://linkco.re/8RNRdEa3?lang=en =================== VOLUME1-2 =================== *** youtube: full video of 50 pieces 2 hours https://youtu.be/fBmIMLpM10g?si=MQmAdF95M7GCm4Ve *** spotify: https://open.spotify.com/intl-ja/album/1KDM283kVS8x7fO9q79w2v?si=iIJ4sZidSqWW8ah59Y_a1g *** Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/jp/album/the-complete-works-of-piano-ten-thousand-leaves-vol-1-2/1832629621 *** all music streaming services: https://linkco.re/VeA0UreQ?lang=en =================== VOLUME1-1 =================== *** youtube: full video of 50 pieces 2 hours https://youtu.be/YERNF74cvKw?si=6FiU67TOdybggkQk *** spotify: https://open.spotify.com/intl-ja/album/12vCnNiO4EfBz6eVPGhvOr?si=P3cL7RZSTV-87jeswyI8BA *** Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/jp/album/the-complete-works-of-piano-ten-thousand-leaves-vol-1-1/1831717286 *** all music streaming services: https://linkco.re/Y9VNVN23

Two dear friends and Film Festival colleagues attempt to bridge the gaps of their long-distance relationship AND their own film educations through a bi-weekly screening and discussion project of the gap films that have eluded their cinematic discovery.On this week's call, Scott and Jack discover the slow beauty of Edward Yang's coming of age classic, A Brighter Summer Day (1991) from Taiwan. Follow Blindspotting on Facebook and Buzzsprout and look for our newest endeavor on YouTube: FLICKER with Jack and Scott!   

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A warm summer day by the lake is calm and clear. The surface of the water sparkles in the sunlight, and gentle waves quietly lap against the shore stones. The air is filled with the scent of water and summer. Common gulls glide along the shores, their calls echoing across the water. Everything feels peaceful and alive at the same time.

We record and unprecedented live PPV record! We watch AEW All Out 2025, play Who's Gonna Win throughout and have a wonderful show. Enjoy the final Summer Days of 2025!---00:00 - Welcome to the Show5:06 - Beaume Movies 10:39 - Who's Your Favorite Wrestler? 18:05 - Is it SHITHOUSE?! 37:07 - Back from Final Break41:41 - Tights of the Night 47:58 - Outro---So who's your favorite wrestler? Let us know!Follow Topé Suicida on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ And if you want to reach us via email, we're at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠topesuicidapod@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! You can follow Beau everywhere ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@beaurosser⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Mike left the internet.

Nick and Kyle recap the week in Heathcliff! We also discuss turtle sex noises, favorite turtles, and turtle viral videos! Send us feedback on twitter @HeathcliffRecap or send us an email at HeathcliffRecap@gmail.com! Our theme song is Heathcliff's Meat Song by Louie Zong! Check him out at louiezong.com. Comics featured in the episode: August 20, 2025: https://www.gocomics.com/heathcliff/2025/08/20 August 21, 2025: https://www.gocomics.com/heathcliff/2025/08/21 August 22, 2025: https://www.gocomics.com/heathcliff/2025/08/22 August 23, 2025: https://www.gocomics.com/heathcliff/2025/08/23 August 25, 2025: https://www.gocomics.com/heathcliff/2025/08/25 August 26, 2025: https://www.gocomics.com/heathcliff/2025/08/26 August 27, 2025: https://www.gocomics.com/heathcliff/2025/08/27

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Fluent Fiction - Japanese: A Summer Day in Osaka: Choosing Friendship Over Exams Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-08-19-22-34-02-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 大阪公立高校では、夏の日差しが校庭を照らしています。En: At the Osaka public high school, the summer sun illuminates the schoolyard.Ja: 教室の中は、今にも始まる試験への緊張で静まり返っています。En: Inside the classroom, there is a hushed silence filled with tension for the exam that is about to begin.Ja: 外からは、ほんの数日前までの盆祭りの名残が感じられます。En: From outside, traces of the Bon festival from just a few days ago can still be felt.Ja: 提灯が揺れ、祭りの残り香が風に漂います。En: Chochin lanterns sway, and the lingering scent of the festival wafts on the breeze.Ja: 教室の後ろの席から、ひろしは窓の外を見る。En: From a seat at the back of the classroom, Hiroshi looks out the window.Ja: 彼はいつも真面目で、両親の期待に応えようと頑張っています。En: He is always serious and works hard to live up to his parents' expectations.Ja: 今日の試験も、彼にとってまた一つの試練です。En: Today's exam is yet another challenge for him.Ja: 「頑張らなきゃ」と彼は心の中でつぶやきます。En: "I have to do my best," he murmurs to himself.Ja: 試験が始まります。En: The exam begins.Ja: ひろしは緊張を感じながらも、問題用紙に目を通します。En: Though he feels nervous, Hiroshi glances through the question paper.Ja: しかし、隣の席のゆみが急に苦しそうに咳き込む音が聞こえます。En: However, he suddenly hears a sound of Yumi, who sits next to him, coughing distressingly.Ja: 彼女はひろしの親友で、いつも優しく他人を助けようとする性格です。En: She is Hiroshi's best friend and is always kind and tries to help others.Ja: でも、今は明らかに息ができない様子です。En: But now, it is clear that she is struggling to breathe.Ja: 「ゆみ、大丈夫？En: "Yumi, are you okay?"Ja: 」ひろしは心配になって声をかけます。En: Hiroshi asks worriedly.Ja: しかし、ゆみは答えることができません。En: But Yumi cannot answer.Ja: ひろしは瞬時に決断します。En: Hiroshi makes an instant decision.Ja: 「試験は後で。En: "The exam can wait.Ja: でも、ゆみを助けなければ。En: I have to help Yumi."Ja: 」彼は急いで教師に知らせ、ゆみを助けようとします。En: He quickly informs the teacher and tries to assist Yumi.Ja: 彼は以前に学んだ応急処置を思い出し、ゆみを楽にしようと試みます。En: Hiroshi recalls the first aid he learned previously and attempts to make Yumi more comfortable.Ja: その間に、医療班が到着します。En: In the meantime, the medical team arrives.Ja: しかし、ひろしの心は複雑です。En: Hiroshi's mind is conflicted.Ja: 試験のことが頭に浮かびますが、それでも彼はゆみを第一に考えます。En: Thoughts of the exam come to mind, but still, he prioritizes Yumi.Ja: ゆみが無事に回復し、お礼を言うとき、彼女は自分の夢についても話してくれます。En: Once Yumi safely recovers and thanks him, she also shares her dream.Ja: 「いつか看護師になりたいの。En: "I want to become a nurse someday.Ja: 今日は本当にありがとう、ひろし。En: Thank you so much today, Hiroshi."Ja: 」その後、ひろしの両親も彼の決断を理解し、彼を誇りに思っていることを伝えます。En: Later, Hiroshi's parents express their understanding and pride in his decision.Ja: ひろしの選択は、彼の心に新たな価値観を生み出しました。En: Hiroshi's choice gave birth to new values in his heart.Ja: 友情と助け合いの大切さを学び、学業以上に人間関係の重要さに気づいたのです。En: He learned the importance of friendship and helping each other, realizing that human relationships are more important than academics.Ja: そして、けんたもそんなひろしを見て、ただの冗談好きな彼の中に何か変化を感じていました。En: And Kenta, seeing this change in Hiroshi, sensed a shift in the usually humorous friend.Ja: 「ひろし、お前はすごいやつだな。En: "Hiroshi, you're an amazing guy."Ja: 」ひろしは微笑み、友人たちの支えと理解に感謝し、これからも精いっぱい頑張ろうと心に決めました。En: Hiroshi smiled, grateful for his friends' support and understanding, and resolved to keep doing his best from now on.Ja: 優しさと共感が、試験以上に重要なことを証明する夏の一日でした。En: It was a summer day that proved kindness and empathy are more important than exams. Vocabulary Words:illuminates: 照らすhushed: 静まり返るtension: 緊張exam: 試験traces: 名残sway: 揺れるlingering: 残りwafts: 漂うmurmurs: つぶやくcoughing: 咳き込むdistressingly: 苦しそうにinstant: 瞬時inform: 知らせるprioritizes: 第一に考えるrecovers: 回復するexpress: 伝えるvalues: 価値観friendship: 友情empathy: 共感breath: 息ができるnervous: 緊張seat: 席medical: 医療struggling: 苦しむassistance: 助け合いworries: 心配conflicted: 複雑なresolves: 心に決めるsupport: 支えshift: 変化

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Faith and Innovation: A Summer Day at Ueno Zoo Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-08-17-22-34-02-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 夏の日、上野動物園は緑に囲まれ、たくさんの動物がいる。En: On a summer day, Ueno Zoo is surrounded by greenery, with many animals within.Ja: その日、飼育員のハルトとユキはとても忙しかった。En: That day, the zookeepers, HaruTo and YuKi, were very busy.Ja: お盆の時期で、お客さんも多い。En: It's the Obon season, and there are many visitors.Ja: 動物園の館長が検査に来るため、彼らは一生懸命に準備していた。En: Since the director of the zoo was coming for an inspection, they were diligently preparing.Ja: ハルトは経験豊富な飼育員だ。En: HaruTo is an experienced zookeeper.Ja: 彼は仕事に誇りを持ち、動物園の評判を大切にしている。En: He takes pride in his work and values the zoo's reputation.Ja: 一方、ユキは新しい飼育員で、元気いっぱいだが自信が足りない。En: On the other hand, YuKi is a new zookeeper, full of energy but lacking confidence.Ja: でも、彼女は一生懸命頑張って、ハルトと館長に認められたいと思っている。En: Nonetheless, she is working hard and wants to be acknowledged by HaruTo and the director.Ja: 検査の前夜、突然の雨嵐が動物の囲いを壊した。En: The night before the inspection, a sudden rainstorm damaged the animal enclosures.Ja: 動物たちの安全と準備が危うくなった。En: The safety of the animals and the preparations were jeopardized.Ja: 困ったハルトとユキは朝までに問題を解決しなければならない。En: Troubled, HaruTo and YuKi needed to resolve the problem by morning.Ja: ハルトはユキの若さと情熱を信じて、重要な仕事を彼女に任せる決意をした。En: HaruTo decided to trust YuKi's youth and passion and entrusted her with an important task.Ja: 本当は少し不安だったが、ユキに期待してみることにした。En: Although he felt a bit uneasy, he decided to have faith in YuKi.Ja: ユキは責任を感じ、すぐに行動を起こした。En: Feeling responsible, YuKi immediately sprang into action.Ja: ユキは創意工夫で壊れた囲いをすぐに修理する方法を考えた。En: YuKi devised a creative method to quickly repair the damaged enclosure.Ja: 彼女のアイデアで、帆布とロープを使って仮設の囲いを作った。En: With her idea, she used canvas and ropes to create a temporary enclosure.Ja: ハルトはその計画を見て、ユキを心から信じることにした。En: Seeing the plan, HaruTo decided to fully trust YuKi.Ja: ついに館長が動物園に到着した。En: Finally, the director arrived at the zoo.Ja: ハルトとユキは連携を取り、その場を整えて迎えた。En: HaruTo and YuKi coordinated and prepared to welcome him.Ja: 館長が囲いを見ると、満足そうにうなずいた。En: When the director saw the enclosure, he nodded in satisfaction.Ja: 「よくやったね」と館長は優しい笑顔を見せた。En: "Well done," he said with a kind smile.Ja: 検査は無事に終わり、ハルトは胸をなでおろした。En: The inspection ended smoothly, and HaruTo breathed a sigh of relief.Ja: ユキの顔には、努力が報われた笑顔が浮かんでいた。En: On YuKi's face was a smile that showed her efforts had been rewarded.Ja: ハルトは他の人に頼ることの大切さを学び、ユキは自信を持つようになった。En: HaruTo learned the importance of relying on others, and YuKi gained confidence.Ja: 上野動物園のチームとして、二人はより強くなった。En: As a team, they became stronger at Ueno Zoo.Ja: 彼らの友情も、さらに深まった。En: Their friendship also deepened.Ja: 動物園は依然として賑やかだ。En: The zoo remains lively.Ja: 夏の日差しの中で、動物たちも気持ちよさそうだ。En: Under the summer sun, the animals seem at ease.Ja: そして、ハルトとユキは新たな一日を迎える準備をしていた。En: And HaruTo and YuKi were preparing to welcome a new day.Ja: 上野の夏は、まだまだ続く。En: Ueno's summer is far from over. Vocabulary Words:greenery: 緑zookeeper: 飼育員visitor: お客さんdirector: 館長diligently: 一生懸命reputation: 評判acknowledged: 認められたいinspection: 検査rainstorm: 雨嵐damaged: 壊したenclosures: 囲いjeopardized: 危うくなったresolve: 解決しなければならないyouth: 若さuneasy: 不安entrusted: 任せるimmediately: すぐにdevised: 考えたcreative: 創意工夫canvas: 帆布temporary: 仮設coordinated: 連携を取りsatisfaction: 満足relief: 胸をなでおろしたefforts: 努力rewarded: 報われたrelying: 頼るconfidence: 自信friendship: 友情lively: 賑やか

Fluent Fiction - Hungarian: Turtle Triumph: A Summer Day at Budapesti High School Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hu/episode/2025-08-07-22-34-02-hu Story Transcript:Hu: A budapesti középiskola épülete nyáron is élettel teli.En: The building of the Budapesti high school is full of life even in the summer.Hu: A régi téglaépület falai közt diákok nevetése visszhangzik, a napfény aranyló sugaraival ível át a nagy, napfényes udvaron.En: Within the walls of the old brick building, the laughter of students echoes as golden rays of sunlight arch over the large, sunny courtyard.Hu: Ez az udvar ma különösen izgalmas, hiszen itt rendezik meg a suli nem hivatalos „Teknős Olimpiáját”.En: Today, this courtyard is particularly exciting because it hosts the school's unofficial "Turtle Olympics."Hu: István, egy félénk, de határozott srác, már régóta rajong a teknősökért.En: István, a shy yet determined guy, has been a fan of turtles for a long time.Hu: Kicsi kora óta a hobbija, és most itt a lehetőség, hogy bebizonyítsa: az ő teknőce, akit titokban „Tank”-nak nevezett el, a leggyorsabb.En: It's been his hobby since he was little, and now he has the chance to prove that his turtle, whom he secretly named "Tank," is the fastest.Hu: Klara, István legjobb barátja, mellette van.En: Klara, István's best friend, is by his side.Hu: Mindig tudja, hogy egy jól időzített vicc hogyan színesítse a napot.En: She always knows how to brighten the day with a well-timed joke.Hu: Ma is mosolyogva figyeli, ahogy István Tankot készíti fel a nagy versenyre.En: Today, she's smiling as she watches István prepare Tank for the big race.Hu: Tank azonban egyáltalán nem tűnik lelkesnek.En: Tank, however, doesn't seem enthusiastic at all.Hu: Mozdulatlanul ücsörög a versenyzők között, mintha a napozás jobban érdekelné, mint az Olimpia.En: It sits motionless among the competitors, as if sunbathing interests it more than the Olympics.Hu: Istvánt izgatja a dolog.En: István is eager about the event.Hu: „Tank, mozdulj már!En: "Tank, move already!"Hu: ” biztatja hangosan.En: he encourages loudly.Hu: Klara nevetve fejti ki, hogy a teknős talán kicsit több motivációra van szüksége.En: Klara laughs as she comments that the turtle might need a little more motivation.Hu: István nem adja fel.En: István doesn't give up.Hu: „Megvan!En: "I've got it!"Hu: ” kiált fel hirtelen.En: he suddenly exclaims.Hu: „Saláta!En: "Lettuce!"Hu: ” A teknős kedvenc zöldsége.En: The turtle's favorite vegetable.Hu: Szed egy nagy adag salátát, és szinte suttogva Tank fülébe súgja a tervet.En: He grabs a big bunch of lettuce and almost whispers the plan into Tank's ear.Hu: A verseny elkezdődik.En: The race begins.Hu: Az udvar közepén az izgalom egyre nő.En: In the middle of the courtyard, the excitement builds.Hu: István és Klara lelkesen szurkolnak.En: István and Klara cheer enthusiastically.Hu: Ahogy Tank megérzi a saláta illatát, hirtelen megelevenedik.En: As Tank detects the scent of lettuce, it suddenly springs to life.Hu: A kis állatka lassú tempóját egy váratlan gyorsulás váltja fel, és a diákok ámulva nézik, ahogy egyre közelebb kerül a célhoz.En: The small creature's slow pace is replaced by an unexpected burst of speed, and the students watch in amazement as it gets closer to the finish line.Hu: Az udvar zúg a biztató kiáltásoktól.En: The courtyard buzzes with cheering shouts.Hu: Tank másodikként ér célba, ami minden várakozást felülmúl.En: Tank finishes second, exceeding all expectations.Hu: A diákok őrjöngenek, István büszke nem csak a teknősére, hanem magára is.En: The students go wild, and István is proud not only of his turtle but also of himself.Hu: Élete egyik legviccesebb pillanata, de egyben az egyik legfontosabb is.En: It's one of the funniest moments of his life, but also one of the most important.Hu: István megtanul valami újat: néha a humor a legjobb társ a kihívásokban.En: István learns something new: sometimes humor is the best companion in challenges.Hu: Boldogan fogadja a gratulációkat, és a suli diákjai is elismerik a különleges teljesítményt.En: He happily accepts the congratulations, and the school's students acknowledge the unique achievement.Hu: Klara ugratja őt, mondván, hogy talán még egy igazi Olimpián is indulhatnának.En: Klara teases him, saying they might even compete in a real Olympics.Hu: A mókás ötlet Istvánt csak elnevetteti, miközben büszkén nézi Tankot, a teknősök igazi bajnokát.En: The amusing idea just makes István laugh as he proudly looks at Tank, the true champion of turtles. 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Javier Franco, a military veteran and dedicated community member. Javier shares his journey to Grayslake, his passion for youth soccer through AYSO, and the importance of volunteering. The conversation highlights Grayslake's welcoming spirit, the value of local involvement, and the positive impact of youth sports. With heartfelt stories and practical advice, this episode celebrates the people and programs that make Grayslake a vibrant hometown.  Building Community Through Youth Soccer: Lessons from Grayslake's AYSO with Javier Franco Discovering Grayslake isn't just a podcast—it's a celebration of the people, businesses, and stories that make this hometown special. In a recent episode, host David Wall sat down with Javier Franco, a military veteran, father, and passionate youth soccer coach, to explore how local involvement, volunteerism, and the beautiful game of soccer are shaping the fabric of Grayslake. This in-depth blog post unpacks the main themes and actionable insights from their conversation, offering a roadmap for anyone looking to make a difference in their community—on or off the field. Table of Contents The Power of Local Involvement AYSO: More Than Just Soccer Coaching: Leadership Over Technical Expertise Player Development: A Long-Term, Inclusive Approach The Heartbeat of Grayslake: Community Spirit Actionable Tips for Getting Involved The Lasting Impact of Volunteering Final Thoughts: Be a Good Human The Power of Local Involvement Javier Franco's journey to Grayslake is a testament to the transformative power of community. After years of moving due to military service and work, Javier and his family chose Grayslake for its welcoming neighborhoods, excellent schools, and the “Pleasantville” atmosphere where kids and dogs play freely and neighbors look out for one another. Key Takeaways: Community Roots Matter:** Settling in a place with a strong sense of belonging can have a profound impact on family life and personal well-being. Local Businesses as Pillars:** Organizations like Grayslake Rehabilitation Center, Servpro of Northwest Lake County, and City Chevrolet of Grayslake are not just businesses—they're community partners invested in the town's success. Actionable Advice: Attend local events and support small businesses to strengthen community ties. Get to know your neighbors—simple acts like a friendly wave or a helping hand go a long way. AYSO: More Than Just Soccer The American Youth Soccer Organization (AYSO) in Grayslake is a model for how youth sports can foster community, inclusivity, and lifelong learning. Javier, now a coach and community advocate, highlights several unique aspects of the program: Structure and Philosophy Grassroots to High School:** Programs start as early as age 4 (“six-you” group) and extend through high school, with age-appropriate training and competition. Certified Coaching:** All coaches receive nationally recognized training, ensuring consistency and quality across the board. Inclusive Programs:** Beyond the core age groups, AYSO offers adult leagues and the EPIC program for children with special needs (available in nearby regions). Community-Driven Leadership Volunteer-Led:** The program thrives on the dedication of parent volunteers, many of whom have deep roots in the community. Mentorship:** Experienced coaches mentor new volunteers, creating a supportive environment for both players and adults. Expert Insight:   AYSO's focus isn't just on winning games—it's about developing better players and better people. The organization's 40-year legacy in Grayslake is a testament to its impact, with multi-generational involvement and a strong sense of town pride. Coaching: Leadership Over Technical Expertise One of the most powerful messages from Javier's story is that you don't need to be a soccer expert to be a great youth coach. What matters most is your ability to lead, inspire, and connect with kids. Breaking Down the Barriers Leadership Skills Trump Technical Skills:** Javier and his wife both became coaches despite different athletic backgrounds. Their success comes from their ability to motivate and manage children, not from deep soccer knowledge. Free, Ongoing Training:** AYSO provides free, high-quality training for all coaches, including mentorship from those with semi-professional and international experience. Encouraging New Volunteers:** Many parents hesitate to volunteer, fearing they lack expertise. Javier's advice: If you can lead and care for kids, you can coach. Actionable Advice: Step up to volunteer, even if you're new to the sport. Leverage your life and leadership experience. Take advantage of training and mentorship opportunities—AYSO and similar organizations are invested in your success. Player Development: A Long-Term, Inclusive Approach AYSO's player development model is built on the belief that every child deserves the chance to grow, regardless of skill level or background. Key Elements Age-Appropriate Progression:** From basic coordination and ball control at age 4 to small-sided games and advanced skills in later years. Focus on Fundamentals:** Weekly practices and summer programs emphasize core skills like dribbling, passing, and shooting, reinforced over time. Inclusivity:** Programs are designed to welcome all players, including those with no prior experience or those with special needs. Competitive Yet Supportive Travel and Competition:** Contrary to the myth that recreational soccer isn't competitive, Grayslake teams often play against other communities, fostering healthy rivalry and growth. Player-Centric Philosophy:** The goal is to help each child improve and enjoy the game, whether they aspire to play at the highest levels or just want to have fun. Expert Advice: Choose programs that prioritize development and inclusivity over short-term wins. Encourage your child to try new things and support their growth, regardless of their starting point. The Heartbeat of Grayslake: Community Spirit Javier's story is woven into the larger narrative of Grayslake's community spirit. From the redesigned AYSO shield symbolizing town pride to the multi-generational connections at Chamber of Commerce events, the message is clear: youth sports are about more than just the game. Building Lasting Connections Family and Tradition:** Many families have been involved with AYSO for decades, creating a sense of continuity and shared purpose. Events and Outreach:** Community events like Summer Days and Taste of Grayslake bring people together, while soccer programs offer outreach to immigrant and underserved families. Actionable Advice: Attend and support local events to deepen your connection to the community. Look for ways to use sports and other activities as vehicles for outreach and inclusion. Actionable Tips for Getting Involved Ready to make a difference in your hometown? Here's how you can get started, inspired by Javier's journey: 1. Register Your Child for Soccer Visit grayslakesoccer.com for easy online registration. Follow “Grayslake Soccer 396” on Facebook for updates, photos, and community news. 2. Volunteer Your Time Coaching isn't the only way to help—consider roles in administration, event planning, or equipment management. No experience? No problem. Training and mentorship are available. 3. Support Local Businesses and Events Frequent local restaurants and shops. Attend community events and bring your family and friends. 4. Spread Kindness and Positivity Perform small acts of kindness daily—hold the door, smile, greet a neighbor. Remember that everyone is facing their own challenges; empathy goes a long way. The Lasting Impact of Volunteering Javier and David both emphasize that volunteers are the backbone of any thriving community. Whether you're coaching, helping at a food pantry, or supporting local government, your efforts matter. Why Volunteer? Personal Growth:** Volunteering builds leadership, communication, and organizational skills. Community Impact:** Volunteers create opportunities, foster inclusion, and make Grayslake a better place for everyone. Unexpected Opportunities:** As Javier's story shows, volunteering can open doors you never expected—from podcast interviews to lifelong friendships. Expert Tip:   Start small. Even a few hours a month can make a big difference. Look for causes that align with your interests and values. Final Thoughts: Be a Good Human As the episode closes, David Wall leaves listeners with a simple but powerful message: “Be a good human being.” Whether you're coaching soccer, supporting a neighbor, or just going about your day, kindness and community spirit are what truly make Grayslake—and any hometown—special. Key Reminders: Get involved, even if it's outside your comfort zone. Support and uplift those around you. Celebrate the small victories and the people who make them possible. Stay Connected Subscribe to “Discovering Grayslake” on your favorite platform—Spotify, Apple, Amazon, YouTube—and join the conversation about what makes our community great. Ready to get involved?   Visit grayslakesoccer.com or reach out to your local organizations. Your hometown needs you! About the Author:   This post is inspired by the voices and stories of Grayslake, with special thanks to David Wall and Javier Franco for their dedication to building a stronger, kinder, and more connected community. *

Today's host was Michael Wear, Founder, President and CEO of the Center for Christianity and Public Life.  Thanks for listening to The Morning Five! Please subscribe to and rate The Morning Five on your favorite podcast platform. Learn more about the work of the Center for Christianity and Public Life at www.ccpubliclife.org. Today's episode features a reading of Mary Oliver's "The Summer Day." Today's host was Michael Wear, Founder, President, and CEO of the Center for Christianity and Public Life.   Join the conversation and follow us at: Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@michaelwear⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, @ccpubliclife Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@MichaelRWear⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, @ccpubliclife and check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@tsfnetwork⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Music by: King Sis #politics #faith #prayer #MaryOliver #TheSummerDay #Poetry #August Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Send us a textWelcome to Alternative Dog Moms - a podcast about what's happening in the fresh food community and the pet industry.   Kimberly Gauthier is the blogger behind Keep the Tail Wagging, and Erin Scott hosts the Believe in Dog podcast.CHAPTERS:Post-vacation reality, summer weather and puppies in public (0:54)Nutrient deficiencies in raw diets and sourcing oysters (12:33)Chewing is important for dogs - both physically and mentally (26:30)A new study about dental health in dogs  (30:21)How we embrace kibble feeders online and in-person (32:47)[Human] cooking & eating adventures (39:26)TV Talk (42:49)LINKS DISCUSSED:Believe in Dog Podcast: The Puppy Episode  (https://believeindogpodcast.com/episodes-1/episode94)Post: Is your raw diet missing these nutrients?  (https://www.instagram.com/p/DMGYKAFyqCq/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==)Study: Functional significance and welfare implications of chewing in dogs  (https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/veterinary-science/articles/10.3389/fvets.2025.1499933/full)Study re: dental health in dogs (https://bmcvetres.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12917-025-04885-8)SOCIAL MEDIA...Facebook.com/RawFeederLifeFacebook.com/BelieveInDogPodcastInstagram.com/RawFeederLifeInstagram.com/Erin_the_Dog_MomThanks for listening to our podcast. You can learn more about Erin Scott's first podcast at BelieveInDogPodcast.com. And you can learn more about raw feeding, raising dogs naturally, and Kimberly's dogs at KeepTheTailWagging.com. And don't forget to subscribe to The Alternative Dog Moms.

Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: Allergy Adventures: A Botanist's Summer Day in Oslo Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2025-07-19-22-34-02-no Story Transcript:No: På en varm sommerdag i Oslos Botaniske Hage, summet det av besøkende.En: On a warm summer day in Oslo's Botaniske Hage, it buzzed with visitors.No: Luften var fylt med lukten av blomstrende planter og lyden av barnelatter og raslingen fra bladene.En: The air was filled with the scent of blooming plants and the sound of children's laughter and the rustling of leaves.No: Sindre var en ivrig botaniker med en stor fascinasjon for sjeldne planter.En: Sindre was an eager botanist with a great fascination for rare plants.No: Ved hans side gikk Liv, hans forsiktige venn, alltid der for å passe på ham.En: By his side walked Liv, his cautious friend, always there to watch out for him.No: De to spaserte langs de brosteinsbelagte stiene, omringet av en fargeeksplosjon.En: The two strolled along the cobblestone paths, surrounded by an explosion of color.No: Sindre hadde lenge jaktet på den sjeldne "Heliotropis mystica", en plante som blomstrer bare noen få uker om sommeren.En: Sindre had long been on the hunt for the rare "Heliotropis mystica," a plant that blooms only a few weeks during the summer.No: "Se opp!En: "Watch out!"No: " sa Liv, idet hun plasserte en advarende hånd på Sindres arm.En: said Liv, as she placed a warning hand on Sindre's arm.No: "Jeg kjenner til allergien din, og det kan bli farlig.En: "I know about your allergy, and it can become dangerous."No: "Sindre lo og børstet av hennes bekymringer.En: Sindre laughed and brushed off her concerns.No: "Ingen risiko, ingen oppdagelser, Liv," svarte han med et glimt i øyet.En: "No risk, no discoveries, Liv," he replied with a gleam in his eye.No: Men Liv så bekymret ut, et tegn på at hun mente alvor.En: But Liv looked worried, a sign that she was serious.No: Men Sindre var bestemt.En: But Sindre was determined.No: Han fulgte kartet sitt mot det fjerne hjørnet av hagen hvor den sjeldne planten var kjent for å vokse.En: He followed his map towards the far corner of the garden where the rare plant was known to grow.No: Liv holdt tritt, men kunne ikke overvinne den overvåkende bekymringen i blikket sitt.En: Liv kept pace but could not overcome the watchful worry in her gaze.No: Til slutt nådde de stedet.En: Finally, they reached the spot.No: Der, midt i lyset, sto den ettertraktede "Heliotropis mystica", kronbladene badet i sommersolen.En: There, in the midst of the light, stood the coveted "Heliotropis mystica," its petals bathed in the summer sun.No: Sindre lente seg nærmere, beundret det delikate mønsteret av bladene.En: Sindre leaned in closer, admiring the delicate pattern of the leaves.No: Plutselig begynte han å nyse voldsomt.En: Suddenly, he began to sneeze violently.No: Hans ansikt ble rødt, og pusten begynte å pese.En: His face turned red, and his breath began to wheeze.No: "Å nei, Sindre!En: "Oh no, Sindre!"No: " ropte Liv og grep i vesken etter medisinen hun alltid bar for slike nødstilfeller.En: cried Liv and reached into her bag for the medicine she always carried for such emergencies.No: Hun trakk ham bort fra planten og fant raskt en benk der han kunne sitte ned.En: She pulled him away from the plant and quickly found a bench where he could sit down.No: Med skjelvende hender administrerte hun medisinen, og holdt ham rolig inntil det kritiske øyeblikket var forbi.En: With trembling hands, she administered the medicine and kept him calm until the critical moment was over.No: Da Sindre endelig roet seg, så han Liv i øynene, fortsatt støttende og bekymret.En: When Sindre finally calmed down, he looked into Liv's eyes, still supportive and worried.No: "Takk, Liv.En: "Thank you, Liv.No: Jeg burde ha lyttet til deg," sa han, nå mer ydmyk.En: I should have listened to you," he said, now more humbled.No: "Jeg forstår nå at noen ganger trenger man bare en venn for å få det riktige perspektivet.En: "I understand now that sometimes you just need a friend to get the right perspective."No: "Liv smilte og klappet ham på skuldra.En: Liv smiled and patted him on the shoulder.No: "Ja, men det er også godt å ha eventyrlystige venner noen ganger," svarte hun, lettet over at han var trygt.En: "Yes, but it's also good to have adventurous friends sometimes," she replied, relieved that he was safe.No: Sindre lærte den dagen at eventyr også krever respekt for grenser.En: Sindre learned that day that adventures also require respect for boundaries.No: Mens solen fortsatt var høy, og de mange stemmene i hagen fortsatte å surre rundt dem, visste Sindre at visdom også kan blomstre, akkurat som hans favorittblomster.En: While the sun was still high, and the many voices in the garden continued to buzz around them, Sindre knew that wisdom too can blossom, just like his favorite flowers. 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A hair metal band recruited by the CIA, fake newlyweds and retellings of "The Great Gatsby" are among the stories selected by Up To Date's panel of readers as the best books to pick up this summer.

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Everyone else seems fine. So why does this season feel so heavy for you?Let's talk about why your emotional experience of summer is valid — and why it's not your fault.On today's Take Back Your Summer free, live coaching call, you'll learn:How your nervous system experiences “freedom” as chaosWhy you feel like you're failing at something everyone else enjoysWhat's actually going on when your body wants to tap out before noonJoin the call happening TODAY at 2pm Pacific here: https://how-to-love-yourself-no-matter-what.captivate.fm/summer

There’s something sacred about the warmth and light of a long summer day. In this episode, Lynette Kittle reflects on how the sun-filled hours mirror the joy and purpose God gives His children—those called to shine His light in a dark world. Listen in and begin your day with a prayer to be refreshed, renewed and filled with the light of Christ. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

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Picture this: it's a random Tuesday in July, Christmas music is blasting, and you're spending the entire day baking holiday cookies with your kids. Sounds crazy? This simple tradition has become one of my most effective holiday stress-busting strategies. If December always feels like a chaotic scramble of baking, crafting, and endless to-dos, you're going to love this completely unserious approach to a very serious problem.What started as a way to bring back the joy in holiday traditions has transformed into a strategic planning method that saves me hours during the busy holiday season. By doing holiday prep work when I actually have time and mental space, I've turned stressful December obligations back into the fun family activities they were meant to be. This isn't just about cookies. It's about thinking strategically and giving your future self the gift of a more relaxed holiday season.In This Episode, I'll Cover:Why December traditions become overwhelming (and how to fix it)How to choose which holiday activities work best for summer prepStrategic freezing and storage tips for holiday bakingThe planning mindset that prevents reactive holiday scramblingHow this approach breaks up summer monotony while solving December stress________________________________

A peaceful summer day unfolds warm and calm. The air is soft and quiet, with only a few sounds breaking the stillness. The birdsong season is nearly over — only a few blackcaps still sing from the shelter of the bushes.

Welcome! ☀️ Today, listen to K read aloud Frozen Olaf's Summer Day for Rico Green ( ages 3 - 8 ). Every weekday, we will read aloud a new kids book.Frozen Olaf's Summer Day was illustrated by the Disney Storybook Artists. This book was published by Disney Press in 2013. Join us tomorrow to hear a new kids book read aloud by K!Thank you for tuning in to Storytime with K. In this space, we will read aloud your favorite kids books with new episodes posted Monday through Friday! Whether you use reading time to help build reading skills, learn English, or help your little ones fall asleep, this podcast has exactly what you need.Follow along on Instagram to see what book is next! You can find podcast versions of these stories on most podcast platforms, such as Spotify, Anchor, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Overcast, and more! New episodes posted daily Monday - Friday!VIDEO OPTION AVAILABLE ON YOUTUBE - Learn to read, learn English, or simply enjoy the illustrations in the book!*This podcast is meant for entertainment purposes only*#frozen #olaf #storytimewithk

This edition of Brain Damage is the perfect soundtrack to your lazy summer morning, midday, afternoon and night! It's very similar to an older, podcast that fell victim to the takedown. So I'm resurrecting it somewhat. New and Improved, Grab … Continue reading →

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Are you looking for ways to make your summer evenings easier? In this episode of The Purpose Driven Mom Show, Cara shares tips for creating an evening reset routine during the summer. She emphasizes the importance of maintaining a calm and organized household amidst the chaos of summer activities. Listen in.    Links: Earn cash rewards from your favorite brands. Sign up for FREE here.  Get your business planner here! From Chaos to Clarity: The Ultimate Digital Planner for New Business Owners apurposedrivenmom.com/businessplanner A PURPOSE-DRIVEN MOM SHOW NOTES: apurposedrivenmom.com/podcast463 The 15-Minute Formula Book by: Cara Harvey Check out the Routine Expansion Roadmap here.  Resources: Join the Purpose Driven Mom Club!  Subscribe to the Purpose Driven Mom Youtube Channel  Follow us on Instagram  Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page  Follow us on Pinterest Join us on TikTok   

What if your home could be a peaceful, joy-filled place—even in the chaos of summer? In this episode of Revival Mom, I'm sharing five powerful ways I've learned to create a Spirit-filled, peaceful home—even when my kids are bickering, the house is loud, and everything feels a little messy. These are practical steps that invite the Holy Spirit to move, shift the Christian home atmosphere, and help you begin raising kingdom kids with intention. This isn't about perfection—it's about presence. Together we'll talk about how worship, prayer, and even slowing your pace can completely shift your home's atmosphere. I'll share stories from my own life and what's worked for the moms in the Revival Mom Academy as we seek true revival in the home—starting with our words, our mindset, and the way we invite God into our everyday moments. Whether you're trying to establish new Christian family routines or simply craving more peace in your home this summer, this episode will encourage and equip you with Spirit-led strategies to begin right where you are. NEXT STEPS:

In this episode, host Darnelle Radford speaks with Ross Beschler about the Wilma Theater's final production of the season, A Summer Day, written by Jan Fosse. They discuss the unique Hothouse ensemble experience, the themes of love, loss, and memory in the play, and the challenges of communication and language in expressing deep emotions. The conversation highlights the importance of ensemble work and the artistic journey of the Hothouse members. In this conversation, Ross Beschler and Darnelle Radford explore the themes of language, memory, identity, and the dynamics of relationships through the lens of the play 'A Summer Day' by Jan Fossa. They discuss how exaggeration in language can shape perceptions, the role of characters in navigating crises, and the importance of introspection versus action in understanding oneself and others. The conversation delves into the complexities of memory and how it influences identity, as well as the societal challenges of understanding and miscommunication. Ultimately, they reflect on the human experience and the significance of connection in the face of life's uncertainties.A SUMMER DAYBY JON FOSSETRANSLATED BY SARAH CAMERON SUNDEDIRECTED BY YURY URNOVJune 10–29, 2025Experience the haunting beauty of Norwegian playwright Jon Fosse's A Summer Day, directed by inventive Co-Artistic Director Yury Urnov (Mr. Burns, Minor Character, 12th Night) in a production that delves into the depths of human connection, memory, and existential longing. Is there one day in your past you keep replaying again and again? When do we start spending more time in the past than in the present? Through Fosse's poetic language and Urnov's innovative direction and immersive visual design, audiences are transported into an epic and intimate world where past and present intertwine, inviting reflection on the fleeting nature of time and the eternal search for meaning. Often referred to as a modern-day Ibsen, Fosse won a Nobel Prize in Literature in 2023 – one of the few playwrights to ever receive that honor – and is rarely produced in the United States.Chapters00:00 Introduction to the Wilma Theater and A Summer Day02:40 The Hothouse Experience and Ensemble Work11:30 Exploring the Play: A Summer Day17:24 Themes of Love, Loss, and Memory20:30 Language and Communication in A Summer Day24:30 The Power of Language and Exaggeration26:41 Character Dynamics and Intrusions29:58 Memory and Identity in Relationships32:00 Understanding and Misunderstanding in Society36:45 Introspection vs. Action39:32 Replaying Moments and Learning from the Past44:53 The Essence of A Summer DayFOR TICKETS AND INFORMATION: https://wilmatheater.org/event/asummerday/

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This episode lit a fire in me—and I think it will in you too. I had the absolute joy of sitting down with Summer Day, the incredible woman behind the Fear Into Faith movement, and our conversation went deep into something the modern church often avoids: deliverance. If you've ever wondered whether spiritual warfare is real or if healing and freedom are for today, this one's for you. Summer shared her journey from being skeptical to boldly stepping into deliverance ministry—and how God used her willingness to say yes to bring healing and revival into countless homes. She reminded me (and all of us) that deliverance isn't just for “certain people” or dramatic stories. It's biblical. It's powerful. And it's something every believer is called to walk in. We talked about how the spirit always recognizes truth, even when the mind resists. And how revival won't come from platforms—it starts right in our homes. With moms who are willing to stand in the gap, pray over their kids, and say, “Not today, Satan.” If the topic of deliverance feels a little uncomfortable, lean in. There's a reason the enemy wants to keep it hidden. And there's so much freedom waiting on the other side. You'll walk away from this episode feeling empowered, seen, and challenged in the best kind of way. Let's be women who don't shrink back. Let's be revival moms. Can't wait to hear what stirs in your heart after this one. NEXT STEPS: Get your FREE Powerful Declarations to Speak Over Your Kids PDF: revivalmomprays.com Join the Revival Mom Community: revivalmomcommunity.com Join the Virtual Revival Mom Meetup: revival.mom/meetup