Alyson Serena Stone's Blog
October 7, 2025
New Youtube Video: The Grapes of Math Read Aloud by Greg Teng
New Youtube Video: The Grapes of Math Read Aloud by Greg Teng
It may be a few hours before this pops up. My internet is really lagging right now.
Link: https://youtu.be/YDnhrjnIhpE
Description:
Today I am doing a read aloud of The Grapes of Math by Greg Teng!
Summary From Publisher:
The Grapes of Math will challenge all kids - and parents, too - to open their minds and solve problems in new and unexpected ways. By looking for patterns, symmetries, and familiar number combinations displayed within eye-catching pictures, math will become easier and quicker - and more fun - than anyone could have ever imagined!
Can math be creative? Absolutely! These number puzzles test kids' ability to use symmetry and number patterns to decipher math problems in their heads. Using everyday objects, kids can discover that there are numerous ways to solve a problem, whether counting windows, strawberry seeds, or figuring out how many...
Subject: Math, Problem Solving, Read Aloud, Children’s Literature, Reading
Topic: Math, Problem Solving, Read Aloud, Children’s Literature, Reading
Grades: 1-6
Links:
Teacherspayteachers: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/S...
Teaching Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOpE...
It may be a few hours before this pops up. My internet is really lagging right now.
Link: https://youtu.be/YDnhrjnIhpE
Description:
Today I am doing a read aloud of The Grapes of Math by Greg Teng!
Summary From Publisher:
The Grapes of Math will challenge all kids - and parents, too - to open their minds and solve problems in new and unexpected ways. By looking for patterns, symmetries, and familiar number combinations displayed within eye-catching pictures, math will become easier and quicker - and more fun - than anyone could have ever imagined!
Can math be creative? Absolutely! These number puzzles test kids' ability to use symmetry and number patterns to decipher math problems in their heads. Using everyday objects, kids can discover that there are numerous ways to solve a problem, whether counting windows, strawberry seeds, or figuring out how many...
Subject: Math, Problem Solving, Read Aloud, Children’s Literature, Reading
Topic: Math, Problem Solving, Read Aloud, Children’s Literature, Reading
Grades: 1-6
Links:
Teacherspayteachers: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/S...
Teaching Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOpE...
September 30, 2025
New Youtube Video: ASMR: ASMR 10 Minutes of ASMR Outside Running Water, Birds, and Light Traffic Sounds
New Youtube Video: ASMR: ASMR 10 Minutes of ASMR Outside Running Water, Birds, and Light Traffic Sounds
Please note, it may take a few hours before the video is fully processed.
Link: https://youtu.be/u0mXaEnyT0A
Description:
Hello everyone! Today I am bringing you another ASMR video! Today we are doing ASMR 10 Minutes of ASMR Outside Running Water, Birds, and Light Traffic Sounds ! Fall asleep and relax under ten minutes.
For Business Inquiries: Aphrodite-venus-u.k@hotmail.com
Publishers, authors, and companies-I do take requests for reviews, interviews, product endorsements, and etc. Check on my livejournal page for more information as to what content I am looking for. Dates do fill up quickly-I only like to feature on thing a day so you aren’t overlooked.
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Teaching Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOpE...
Medium:
https://medium.com/@AlysonSerenaStone
ASMR Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKyL...
Please note, it may take a few hours before the video is fully processed.
Link: https://youtu.be/u0mXaEnyT0A
Description:
Hello everyone! Today I am bringing you another ASMR video! Today we are doing ASMR 10 Minutes of ASMR Outside Running Water, Birds, and Light Traffic Sounds ! Fall asleep and relax under ten minutes.
For Business Inquiries: Aphrodite-venus-u.k@hotmail.com
Publishers, authors, and companies-I do take requests for reviews, interviews, product endorsements, and etc. Check on my livejournal page for more information as to what content I am looking for. Dates do fill up quickly-I only like to feature on thing a day so you aren’t overlooked.
Links:
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCicZ...
Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/AlysonSeren...
Livejournal: http://serenastone.livejournal.com/pr...
Fictionpress: https://www.fictionpress.com/u/773118...
Fanfiction: https://www.fanfiction.net/u/2489110/...
Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/s?i=digital-te...
Smashwords: https://www.smashwords.com/profile/vi...
Teacherspayteachers: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/S...
Teaching Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOpE...
Medium:
https://medium.com/@AlysonSerenaStone
ASMR Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKyL...
September 27, 2025
New Medium Article: The Fragile Threads of Friendship: Betrayal, Heartbreak, and Growth in Yona of the Dawn
Happy Saturdaty everyone! I just wanted to hop on and let you know that I just posted a new Medium article over on my page. Today I am looking at the role of friendship and betrayal in Yona of the Dawn.
Link to the full article is below as well as a sneak peek.
Please note: All of my articles are currently free on Medium.
Serena
Link: https://alysonserenastone.medium.com/...
Sneak Peek:
Author’s Note: This article contains spoilers for Yona of the Dawn manga by Mizuho Kusanagi.
In Yona of the Dawn, the intricate relationships between Su-won, Hak, and Yona serve as the foundation of the narrative’s emotional depth and complexity. These bonds are steeped in childhood memories, evolving loyalties, and devastating betrayals, all of which contribute to the story's rich emotional tapestry. From the beginning of their friendship to the shattering moment of King Il's murder, the dynamic between Su-won, Hak, and Yona highlights the fragility and resilience of human connections in the face of conflicting ambitions and ideals.
Su-won and Hak’s friendship blossomed in their shared childhood alongside Yona, forming a trio marked by joy and mutual care. Su-won, with his gentle demeanour and disarming charm, acted as the mediator and peacemaker. Hak, the boisterous and headstrong one, brought energy and humour to their bond. Yona’s sheltered but spirited nature added a sense of innocence to their interactions. Together, they created a dynamic that felt unbreakable. A notable example of their bond is seen in their frequent games and shared laughter, where Su-won’s strategic mind complements Hak’s physical prowess. Their interactions often centred around Yona, with both boys vying for her attention, albeit in different ways. Su-won’s warmth contrasted with Hak’s teasing, yet both boys displayed a protective instinct toward her.
Su-won and Hak’s friendship, however, was more than just surface-level camaraderie. In moments of vulnerability, such as when Su-won confided his admiration for his late father, Hak provided silent but steadfast support. Hak’s loyalty to Su-won was evident in his willingness to overlook Su-won’s occasional evasiveness, focusing instead on their shared bond and mutual respect. These moments solidified their friendship, creating a foundation that seemed unshakable.
Yona, as the princess of Kouka, was the linchpin of their trio. Her affection for Su-won was evident, and Hak’s feelings for her, though initially masked by his teasing demeanour, became more apparent as they grew older. Su-won’s relationship with Yona was one of deep affection, albeit tinged with a sense of detachment. He treated her with kindness and gentleness, yet he remained enigmatic, never fully revealing his inner thoughts. Hak, on the other hand, was more overt in his protectiveness, often placing himself in harm’s way to ensure her safety.
The interplay between these dynamics created an unspoken tension. While Yona’s love for Su-won was pure and unquestioning, Hak’s growing feelings for her were marked by restraint and self-sacrifice. Su-won’s actions, though seemingly benign, hinted at a deeper conflict, one that would later erupt in his betrayal. The trio’s interactions were steeped in a poignant mix of affection and unacknowledged desires, setting the stage for the devastating events to come.
The murder of King Il by Su-won was a turning point that shattered the trio’s bond. For Yona, the betrayal was both personal and political. Su-won, the man she loved and trusted, had not only killed her father but had also upended her life in an instant. The heartbreak of this moment left an indelible scar, one that would fuel her transformation. A symbol of her lingering feelings is the hairpiece Su-won gave her, which she refuses to discard. It serves as a painful reminder of the man she once loved and the innocence of her past.
Hak was equally devastated. Su-won’s actions were not only a betrayal of the kingdom but also of their friendship. Hak, who had always believed in Su-won’s goodness, saw the murder as an unforgivable act of treachery. His pain is palpable, though he masks it with sarcasm and stoic resolve. For Hak, Su-won’s betrayal is deeply personal, a wound that cuts to the core of his identity and sense of loyalty. A poignant example of this is seen when Hak confronts Su-won in the aftermath of King Il’s murder. Despite his rage and sense of betrayal, Hak’s hesitation to kill Su-won speaks to the lingering bond between them. This moment underscores the complexity of their relationship. Hak’s anger is tempered by his memories of their friendship, creating an internal conflict that continues to haunt him.
Link to the full article is below as well as a sneak peek.
Please note: All of my articles are currently free on Medium.
Serena
Link: https://alysonserenastone.medium.com/...
Sneak Peek:
Author’s Note: This article contains spoilers for Yona of the Dawn manga by Mizuho Kusanagi.
In Yona of the Dawn, the intricate relationships between Su-won, Hak, and Yona serve as the foundation of the narrative’s emotional depth and complexity. These bonds are steeped in childhood memories, evolving loyalties, and devastating betrayals, all of which contribute to the story's rich emotional tapestry. From the beginning of their friendship to the shattering moment of King Il's murder, the dynamic between Su-won, Hak, and Yona highlights the fragility and resilience of human connections in the face of conflicting ambitions and ideals.
Su-won and Hak’s friendship blossomed in their shared childhood alongside Yona, forming a trio marked by joy and mutual care. Su-won, with his gentle demeanour and disarming charm, acted as the mediator and peacemaker. Hak, the boisterous and headstrong one, brought energy and humour to their bond. Yona’s sheltered but spirited nature added a sense of innocence to their interactions. Together, they created a dynamic that felt unbreakable. A notable example of their bond is seen in their frequent games and shared laughter, where Su-won’s strategic mind complements Hak’s physical prowess. Their interactions often centred around Yona, with both boys vying for her attention, albeit in different ways. Su-won’s warmth contrasted with Hak’s teasing, yet both boys displayed a protective instinct toward her.
Su-won and Hak’s friendship, however, was more than just surface-level camaraderie. In moments of vulnerability, such as when Su-won confided his admiration for his late father, Hak provided silent but steadfast support. Hak’s loyalty to Su-won was evident in his willingness to overlook Su-won’s occasional evasiveness, focusing instead on their shared bond and mutual respect. These moments solidified their friendship, creating a foundation that seemed unshakable.
Yona, as the princess of Kouka, was the linchpin of their trio. Her affection for Su-won was evident, and Hak’s feelings for her, though initially masked by his teasing demeanour, became more apparent as they grew older. Su-won’s relationship with Yona was one of deep affection, albeit tinged with a sense of detachment. He treated her with kindness and gentleness, yet he remained enigmatic, never fully revealing his inner thoughts. Hak, on the other hand, was more overt in his protectiveness, often placing himself in harm’s way to ensure her safety.
The interplay between these dynamics created an unspoken tension. While Yona’s love for Su-won was pure and unquestioning, Hak’s growing feelings for her were marked by restraint and self-sacrifice. Su-won’s actions, though seemingly benign, hinted at a deeper conflict, one that would later erupt in his betrayal. The trio’s interactions were steeped in a poignant mix of affection and unacknowledged desires, setting the stage for the devastating events to come.
The murder of King Il by Su-won was a turning point that shattered the trio’s bond. For Yona, the betrayal was both personal and political. Su-won, the man she loved and trusted, had not only killed her father but had also upended her life in an instant. The heartbreak of this moment left an indelible scar, one that would fuel her transformation. A symbol of her lingering feelings is the hairpiece Su-won gave her, which she refuses to discard. It serves as a painful reminder of the man she once loved and the innocence of her past.
Hak was equally devastated. Su-won’s actions were not only a betrayal of the kingdom but also of their friendship. Hak, who had always believed in Su-won’s goodness, saw the murder as an unforgivable act of treachery. His pain is palpable, though he masks it with sarcasm and stoic resolve. For Hak, Su-won’s betrayal is deeply personal, a wound that cuts to the core of his identity and sense of loyalty. A poignant example of this is seen when Hak confronts Su-won in the aftermath of King Il’s murder. Despite his rage and sense of betrayal, Hak’s hesitation to kill Su-won speaks to the lingering bond between them. This moment underscores the complexity of their relationship. Hak’s anger is tempered by his memories of their friendship, creating an internal conflict that continues to haunt him.
September 23, 2025
New Youtube Video: ASMR: ASMR on a Magnet-Tapping, Scratching, Tracing, and Rubbing
New Youtube Video: ASMR: ASMR on a Magnet-Tapping, Scratching, Tracing, and Rubbing
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Link: https://youtu.be/55H3KT57gDc
Description:
Hello everyone! Today I am bringing you another ASMR video! Today we are doing ASMR on a Magnet-Tapping, Scratching, Tracing, and Rubbing ! Fall asleep and relax under ten minutes.
For Business Inquiries: Aphrodite-venus-u.k@hotmail.com
Publishers, authors, and companies-I do take requests for reviews, interviews, product endorsements, and etc. Check on my livejournal page for more information as to what content I am looking for. Dates do fill up quickly-I only like to feature on thing a day so you aren’t overlooked.
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Medium:
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ASMR Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKyL...
Please note, it may take a few hours before the video is fully processed.
Link: https://youtu.be/55H3KT57gDc
Description:
Hello everyone! Today I am bringing you another ASMR video! Today we are doing ASMR on a Magnet-Tapping, Scratching, Tracing, and Rubbing ! Fall asleep and relax under ten minutes.
For Business Inquiries: Aphrodite-venus-u.k@hotmail.com
Publishers, authors, and companies-I do take requests for reviews, interviews, product endorsements, and etc. Check on my livejournal page for more information as to what content I am looking for. Dates do fill up quickly-I only like to feature on thing a day so you aren’t overlooked.
Links:
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCicZ...
Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/AlysonSeren...
Livejournal: http://serenastone.livejournal.com/pr...
Fictionpress: https://www.fictionpress.com/u/773118...
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ASMR Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKyL...
September 16, 2025
New Youtube Video: ASMR: Let’s Pray the Rosary: The Sorrowful Mysteries-Soft Spoken, Whispered
New Youtube Video: ASMR: Let’s Pray the Rosary: The Sorrowful Mysteries-Soft Spoken, Whispered
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Link: https://youtu.be/oDV0RbWLvAY
Description:
Hello everyone! Today I am bringing you another ASMR video! Today we are doing ASMR: Let’s Pray the Rosary Together-Soft Spoken, Whispered! Fall asleep and relax under twenty minutes.
For Business Inquiries: Aphrodite-venus-u.k@hotmail.com
Publishers, authors, and companies-I do take requests for reviews, interviews, product endorsements, and etc. Check on my livejournal page for more information as to what content I am looking for. Dates do fill up quickly-I only like to feature on thing a day so you aren’t overlooked.
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Please note, it may take a few hours before the video is fully processed.
Link: https://youtu.be/oDV0RbWLvAY
Description:
Hello everyone! Today I am bringing you another ASMR video! Today we are doing ASMR: Let’s Pray the Rosary Together-Soft Spoken, Whispered! Fall asleep and relax under twenty minutes.
For Business Inquiries: Aphrodite-venus-u.k@hotmail.com
Publishers, authors, and companies-I do take requests for reviews, interviews, product endorsements, and etc. Check on my livejournal page for more information as to what content I am looking for. Dates do fill up quickly-I only like to feature on thing a day so you aren’t overlooked.
Links:
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCicZ...
Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/AlysonSeren...
Livejournal: http://serenastone.livejournal.com/pr...
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September 11, 2025
New Youtube Video: Never Forget: September 11, 2001 (9-11) Photo Slideshow/Memorial
New Youtube Video: Never Forget: September 11, 2001 (9-11) Photo Slideshow/Memorial
It may be a few hours before this pops up. My internet is really lagging right now.
Link: https://youtu.be/8_6_MgHB7S4
Description:
Today I have put together a photo slideshow/memorial from all three 9-11 memorials. This video is not monetised. It has been made for educational uses only.
On September 11, 2001, the United States experienced a major terrorist attack: Four commercial airplanes were hijacked by 19 terrorists associated with the extremist group al-Qaeda. Two planes were flown into the Twin Towers of the World Trade Center in New York City, causing both towers to collapse. A third plane hit the Pentagon (U.S. Department of Defense) near Washington, D.C. The fourth plane, United Flight 93, was headed for another target in Washington but crashed in a field in Pennsylvania after passengers attempted to overpower the hijackers. Nearly three thousand people were killed, making it the deadliest terrorist attack in world history. The event led to widespread changes in global security policies and was the catalyst for the U.S.-led War on Terror, including wars in Afghanistan and Iraq.
Subject: History, Social Studies, American History, 9-11
Topic: History, Social Studies, American History, 9-11
Grades: 4-12
Links:
Teacherspayteachers: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/S...
Teaching Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOpE...
It may be a few hours before this pops up. My internet is really lagging right now.
Link: https://youtu.be/8_6_MgHB7S4
Description:
Today I have put together a photo slideshow/memorial from all three 9-11 memorials. This video is not monetised. It has been made for educational uses only.
On September 11, 2001, the United States experienced a major terrorist attack: Four commercial airplanes were hijacked by 19 terrorists associated with the extremist group al-Qaeda. Two planes were flown into the Twin Towers of the World Trade Center in New York City, causing both towers to collapse. A third plane hit the Pentagon (U.S. Department of Defense) near Washington, D.C. The fourth plane, United Flight 93, was headed for another target in Washington but crashed in a field in Pennsylvania after passengers attempted to overpower the hijackers. Nearly three thousand people were killed, making it the deadliest terrorist attack in world history. The event led to widespread changes in global security policies and was the catalyst for the U.S.-led War on Terror, including wars in Afghanistan and Iraq.
Subject: History, Social Studies, American History, 9-11
Topic: History, Social Studies, American History, 9-11
Grades: 4-12
Links:
Teacherspayteachers: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/S...
Teaching Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOpE...
September 5, 2025
Sneak Peek: Is Sarah A. Parker’s When the Moon Hatched Worth the Hype?
Happy Friday all! I just wanted to let you know that I just posted a new Medium article over on my Medium page. Today I am talking about When the Moon Hatched by Sarah A. Parker. Sneak peek is below as well as the link to the full article.
All of my articles are currently free on Medium.
Serena
Link: Is Sarah A. Parker’s When the Moon Hatched Worth the Hype? | by Alyson Serena Stone | Sep, 2025 | Medium
Sneak Peek:
Author’s Note: This article may contain spoilers for When the Moon Hatched by Sarah A. Parker, as well as for A Court of Thorns and Roses and Throne of Glass by Sarah J. Maas, The Serpent and the Wings of Night by Carissa Boardbent, Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros, and Blood and Ash by Jennifer L. Armentrout. I did try to stay as spoiler-free as possible, but some plot elements are discussed in this article.
When the Moon Hatched by Sarah A. Parker has quickly become a must-read for fantasy and romantasy fans, especially those who love authors like Sarah J. Maas, Carissa Broadbent, Rebecca Yarros, and Jennifer L. Armentrout. While it didn’t quite reach five-star territory for me, it still delivered a highly enjoyable reading experience that will appeal to lovers of the genre.
The story follows Raeve, a skilled assassin living on the dangerous streets of Fíur du Ath, with one mission: kill without getting caught. She’s a master of her craft, evading detection until a fateful mistake puts her in the crosshairs of a renowned bounty hunter. Raeve is captured, tried, and sentenced to death — not just for her crimes but as a public spectacle to send a message to the rebel group she’s associated with. Resigned to her fate, Raeve’s world changes when Kaan, a mysterious and powerful figure on a quest to recover something lost, crosses her path. Their meeting not only saves her life but also entangles them in a larger, far-reaching conflict.
This is a romance, and it is full of your typical romantic tropes. We have a woman with a sketchy past who is just trying to get by. We have a big man who has a kingdom. We have a rebel group trying to take down the current governmental system. We have the tough man who everyone hates but is a good person. Oh, we also have super spicy scenes. All of this is very typical of the romantasy genre, but it is something I love. I will say that this book does not bring anything new to the genre. However, it is familiar and sometimes familiar is good.
For fans of romantasy, Raeve and Kaan’s relationship is pure magic. Their dynamic is classic: Raeve is the hardened assassin with walls around her heart, and Kaan is the brooding, powerful leader who sees beyond her rough exterior. Readers who enjoy the intense, emotionally charged relationships found in books like Sarah J. Maas’s A Court of Thorns and Roses or Carissa Broadbent’s The Wings of Night will be drawn to their chemistry. The slow-burn romance is especially satisfying, with a twist: Kaan is the one who falls first. This dynamic, where the male lead patiently breaks down the heroine’s defences, feels fresh and adds depth to their bond. It’s a nice departure from the more typical narrative where the female falls first, making their relationship feel even more compelling.
All of my articles are currently free on Medium.
Serena
Link: Is Sarah A. Parker’s When the Moon Hatched Worth the Hype? | by Alyson Serena Stone | Sep, 2025 | Medium
Sneak Peek:
Author’s Note: This article may contain spoilers for When the Moon Hatched by Sarah A. Parker, as well as for A Court of Thorns and Roses and Throne of Glass by Sarah J. Maas, The Serpent and the Wings of Night by Carissa Boardbent, Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros, and Blood and Ash by Jennifer L. Armentrout. I did try to stay as spoiler-free as possible, but some plot elements are discussed in this article.
When the Moon Hatched by Sarah A. Parker has quickly become a must-read for fantasy and romantasy fans, especially those who love authors like Sarah J. Maas, Carissa Broadbent, Rebecca Yarros, and Jennifer L. Armentrout. While it didn’t quite reach five-star territory for me, it still delivered a highly enjoyable reading experience that will appeal to lovers of the genre.
The story follows Raeve, a skilled assassin living on the dangerous streets of Fíur du Ath, with one mission: kill without getting caught. She’s a master of her craft, evading detection until a fateful mistake puts her in the crosshairs of a renowned bounty hunter. Raeve is captured, tried, and sentenced to death — not just for her crimes but as a public spectacle to send a message to the rebel group she’s associated with. Resigned to her fate, Raeve’s world changes when Kaan, a mysterious and powerful figure on a quest to recover something lost, crosses her path. Their meeting not only saves her life but also entangles them in a larger, far-reaching conflict.
This is a romance, and it is full of your typical romantic tropes. We have a woman with a sketchy past who is just trying to get by. We have a big man who has a kingdom. We have a rebel group trying to take down the current governmental system. We have the tough man who everyone hates but is a good person. Oh, we also have super spicy scenes. All of this is very typical of the romantasy genre, but it is something I love. I will say that this book does not bring anything new to the genre. However, it is familiar and sometimes familiar is good.
For fans of romantasy, Raeve and Kaan’s relationship is pure magic. Their dynamic is classic: Raeve is the hardened assassin with walls around her heart, and Kaan is the brooding, powerful leader who sees beyond her rough exterior. Readers who enjoy the intense, emotionally charged relationships found in books like Sarah J. Maas’s A Court of Thorns and Roses or Carissa Broadbent’s The Wings of Night will be drawn to their chemistry. The slow-burn romance is especially satisfying, with a twist: Kaan is the one who falls first. This dynamic, where the male lead patiently breaks down the heroine’s defences, feels fresh and adds depth to their bond. It’s a nice departure from the more typical narrative where the female falls first, making their relationship feel even more compelling.
September 2, 2025
New Youtube Video: ASMR on a Brown Paper Bag Soft Spoken, Describing, Tearing, Crinkling
New Youtube Video: ASMR on a Brown Paper Bag Soft Spoken, Describing, Tearing, Crinkling
Please note, it may take a few hours before the video is fully processed.
Link: https://youtu.be/tChMziw5spk
Description:
Hello everyone! Today I am bringing you another ASMR video! Today we are doing ASMR on a Brown Paper Bag Soft Spoken, Describing, Tearing, Crinkling! Fall asleep and relax under fifteen minutes.
For Business Inquiries: Aphrodite-venus-u.k@hotmail.com
Publishers, authors, and companies-I do take requests for reviews, interviews, product endorsements, and etc. Check on my livejournal page for more information as to what content I am looking for. Dates do fill up quickly-I only like to feature on thing a day so you aren’t overlooked.
Links:
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCicZ...
Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/AlysonSeren...
Livejournal: http://serenastone.livejournal.com/pr...
Fictionpress: https://www.fictionpress.com/u/773118...
Fanfiction: https://www.fanfiction.net/u/2489110/...
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August 22, 2025
New Medium Article: What Can Deadpool Tell Us About Self-Acceptance?
Happy Friday all! I just wanted to let you know that I have just posted a new Medium article on my page. Today I am looking into Marvel's Deadpool and his journey to self-acceptance.
The link to the full article is below, as well as a sneak peek.
All of my Medium articles are currently free.
Serena
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Sneak Peek:
Author’s Note: This article contains spoilers for the following movies: Deadpool and Deadpool 2. This article only focuses on those movies and not the original comics.
Wade Wilson…Deadpool…Merc with a Mouth…These are just a few names of one of the new entries into the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Deadpool is not your typical Marvel superhero. At first, he is presented as a villain, but later moves into the category of antihero. He is not good, nor can he be called evil. He is disfigured, mentally unstable, and crosses the line of good and evil many times. He is talkative, loud, and full of jokes. He is the type of person who has a good time in the middle of the fight. Yet, he is super self-aware and, as far as I know, the only superhero to break through the fourth wall, meaning that he is aware that he is a fictional character. This allows him to communicate with his audience and provide us with an in-depth look into his character.
Deadpool’s awareness plays into his self-acceptance. This is not always easy for him, and it is full of bumps along the way. However, it is this part that pulls us into his story. Deadpool is unapologetically himself. He accepts who he is and what he is. But how? How does someone who has hit rock bottom become so self-accepting of himself? How does he learn to embrace himself?
First off, we must realise just how complex a character Deadpool is. He uses humour and violence to mask his insecurities. This is most evident through his reluctance to take off his mask, how much he relies on his mask, and the jokes that he makes. He puts up this front of being confident and so sure of himself, but it is all to hide his insecurities. The truth of the matter is that he is reluctant to embrace himself and allow himself to become who he is supposed to be. The joking also serves to prevent him from looking at himself and accepting who he is.
Wade Wilson was dishonourably discharged from the Special Forces and now spends his days working as a mercenary. He lives his days by himself, trying to make ends meet. Then, he meets Vanessa, and things change. He finds himself drawn to her. As time goes on, he eventually proposes to her and they make plans to start their life together.
Then, things change. Wade is diagnosed with cancer and will more than likely die from it. He is approached by someone from an unknown organisation who supposedly has a way to cure him of the cancer. Not only will it cure his cancer, but it will give him powers. Wade declines at first, but does, eventually, take the treatment.
Once he is at the treatment facility, he realises that not everything is as it seems. The main goal of this place is to build an army of people with superpowers. He is forced to undergo torture at the hands of Ajax and Angel Dunst. Despite this, he never loses his sense of humour. This sense of humour will appear time and time again throughout the movies as it is a coping method and a way to relieve stress. However, at some point, Wade gives in and his mutant genes at activated, which offers him regenerative healing.
This is not all the treatment does to him: the treatment he received left him greatly disfigured. All of this happened shortly after he became engaged to Vanessa. When he was healed, it made the cancerous cells, as well as healthy ones, unable to die, which left him heavily scarred. It also means that he cannot be killed. Not only did it affect his appearance, but it did affected his mental state. When he regenerates, the neurons in his brain are affected, which causes him to have psychosis and makes him mentally unstable. This means that he can and does lose contact with reality. All of this also makes him a highly unpredictable opponent. We see this happen pretty quickly. Wade is driven partially insane by both the disfigurement and torture that he destroys the facility and manages to escape from it. However, he lost his fight with Ajax. With the facility being destroyed, Wade is also presumed to be dead. This sets him off on his quest to find Ajax and have himself returned to how he used to look. Why? He thinks that with the way he looks now that Vanessa will not accept him for who he is, which makes him afraid to seek her out and let her know that he is alive.
It is this fear and desire to have Vanessa expect him for who he is that drives Wade to become Deadpool. He has this strong belief that Vanessa will and does only love him for his looks and not for who he is. He starts his quest for Ajax to demand that he fix him.
Deadpool does eventually track down Ajax and learns that Ajax has no way to give him back his looks. Deadpool goes to kill Ajax, but is interrupted by two members of the X-Men: Colossus and Negasonic Teenage Warhead. They try to bring him in, but fail because Deedpool serves his hand and manages to escape.
Ajax ends up kidnapping Vanessa to get back at Deadpool, and it does work. Despite everything that he has been through, he still loves Vanessa. After all, this journey has been so that Vanessa accepts him. It also causes Deadpool to seek out the help of the X-Men, which is another big step for him. Up until this point, he has worked primarily alone, which has to do with the fact that he believes people would not accept him if they saw his scars. This is why he also relies so much on the mask: he doesn’t want people to see how insecure he his. He uses humour and comes across as confident to truly hide exactly how he feels.
Colossus and Negasonic Teenage Warhead agree to help him. The three of them find Ajex and Vanessa. When the time comes, Colossus does not want Deadpool to kill Ajax. However, Deadpool, at this point, is highly mentally unstable and highly unpredictable. He does not listen to Colossus and ends up killing Ajax, which greatly unset Colossus. However, this is not the main thing that happens: Vanessa accepts Deadpool for who he is. Despite his appearance and everything that he has done, Vanessa takes him for who he is and the way he is. This moment is a pivotal step in Deadpool’s journey to self-acceptance. The external validation is what he needs to feel internally accepted and to improve his self-worth.
It finally seems like Deadpool has accepted himself and embraced his flaws. Two years later, he is at the height of his game: he is a very successful mercenary, spends his days taking out the worst of humanity, and has Vanessa. Life is great. Then, things go very wrong.
The link to the full article is below, as well as a sneak peek.
All of my Medium articles are currently free.
Serena
Link: https://alysonserenastone.medium.com/...
Sneak Peek:
Author’s Note: This article contains spoilers for the following movies: Deadpool and Deadpool 2. This article only focuses on those movies and not the original comics.
Wade Wilson…Deadpool…Merc with a Mouth…These are just a few names of one of the new entries into the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Deadpool is not your typical Marvel superhero. At first, he is presented as a villain, but later moves into the category of antihero. He is not good, nor can he be called evil. He is disfigured, mentally unstable, and crosses the line of good and evil many times. He is talkative, loud, and full of jokes. He is the type of person who has a good time in the middle of the fight. Yet, he is super self-aware and, as far as I know, the only superhero to break through the fourth wall, meaning that he is aware that he is a fictional character. This allows him to communicate with his audience and provide us with an in-depth look into his character.
Deadpool’s awareness plays into his self-acceptance. This is not always easy for him, and it is full of bumps along the way. However, it is this part that pulls us into his story. Deadpool is unapologetically himself. He accepts who he is and what he is. But how? How does someone who has hit rock bottom become so self-accepting of himself? How does he learn to embrace himself?
First off, we must realise just how complex a character Deadpool is. He uses humour and violence to mask his insecurities. This is most evident through his reluctance to take off his mask, how much he relies on his mask, and the jokes that he makes. He puts up this front of being confident and so sure of himself, but it is all to hide his insecurities. The truth of the matter is that he is reluctant to embrace himself and allow himself to become who he is supposed to be. The joking also serves to prevent him from looking at himself and accepting who he is.
Wade Wilson was dishonourably discharged from the Special Forces and now spends his days working as a mercenary. He lives his days by himself, trying to make ends meet. Then, he meets Vanessa, and things change. He finds himself drawn to her. As time goes on, he eventually proposes to her and they make plans to start their life together.
Then, things change. Wade is diagnosed with cancer and will more than likely die from it. He is approached by someone from an unknown organisation who supposedly has a way to cure him of the cancer. Not only will it cure his cancer, but it will give him powers. Wade declines at first, but does, eventually, take the treatment.
Once he is at the treatment facility, he realises that not everything is as it seems. The main goal of this place is to build an army of people with superpowers. He is forced to undergo torture at the hands of Ajax and Angel Dunst. Despite this, he never loses his sense of humour. This sense of humour will appear time and time again throughout the movies as it is a coping method and a way to relieve stress. However, at some point, Wade gives in and his mutant genes at activated, which offers him regenerative healing.
This is not all the treatment does to him: the treatment he received left him greatly disfigured. All of this happened shortly after he became engaged to Vanessa. When he was healed, it made the cancerous cells, as well as healthy ones, unable to die, which left him heavily scarred. It also means that he cannot be killed. Not only did it affect his appearance, but it did affected his mental state. When he regenerates, the neurons in his brain are affected, which causes him to have psychosis and makes him mentally unstable. This means that he can and does lose contact with reality. All of this also makes him a highly unpredictable opponent. We see this happen pretty quickly. Wade is driven partially insane by both the disfigurement and torture that he destroys the facility and manages to escape from it. However, he lost his fight with Ajax. With the facility being destroyed, Wade is also presumed to be dead. This sets him off on his quest to find Ajax and have himself returned to how he used to look. Why? He thinks that with the way he looks now that Vanessa will not accept him for who he is, which makes him afraid to seek her out and let her know that he is alive.
It is this fear and desire to have Vanessa expect him for who he is that drives Wade to become Deadpool. He has this strong belief that Vanessa will and does only love him for his looks and not for who he is. He starts his quest for Ajax to demand that he fix him.
Deadpool does eventually track down Ajax and learns that Ajax has no way to give him back his looks. Deadpool goes to kill Ajax, but is interrupted by two members of the X-Men: Colossus and Negasonic Teenage Warhead. They try to bring him in, but fail because Deedpool serves his hand and manages to escape.
Ajax ends up kidnapping Vanessa to get back at Deadpool, and it does work. Despite everything that he has been through, he still loves Vanessa. After all, this journey has been so that Vanessa accepts him. It also causes Deadpool to seek out the help of the X-Men, which is another big step for him. Up until this point, he has worked primarily alone, which has to do with the fact that he believes people would not accept him if they saw his scars. This is why he also relies so much on the mask: he doesn’t want people to see how insecure he his. He uses humour and comes across as confident to truly hide exactly how he feels.
Colossus and Negasonic Teenage Warhead agree to help him. The three of them find Ajex and Vanessa. When the time comes, Colossus does not want Deadpool to kill Ajax. However, Deadpool, at this point, is highly mentally unstable and highly unpredictable. He does not listen to Colossus and ends up killing Ajax, which greatly unset Colossus. However, this is not the main thing that happens: Vanessa accepts Deadpool for who he is. Despite his appearance and everything that he has done, Vanessa takes him for who he is and the way he is. This moment is a pivotal step in Deadpool’s journey to self-acceptance. The external validation is what he needs to feel internally accepted and to improve his self-worth.
It finally seems like Deadpool has accepted himself and embraced his flaws. Two years later, he is at the height of his game: he is a very successful mercenary, spends his days taking out the worst of humanity, and has Vanessa. Life is great. Then, things go very wrong.
August 19, 2025
New Youtube Video: ASMR: Guide Book Magazine Flip Through Amish Country Soft Spoken, Whispers, Page Turning
New Youtube Video: ASMR: Guide Book Magazine Flip Through Amish Country Soft Spoken, Whispers, Page Turning
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Hello everyone! Today I am bringing you another ASMR video! Today we are doing ASMR: Guide Book Magazine Flip Through Amish Country Soft Spoken, Whispers, Page Turning ! Fall asleep and relax in fifteen minutes.
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Description:
Hello everyone! Today I am bringing you another ASMR video! Today we are doing ASMR: Guide Book Magazine Flip Through Amish Country Soft Spoken, Whispers, Page Turning ! Fall asleep and relax in fifteen minutes.
For Business Inquiries: Aphrodite-venus-u.k@hotmail.com
Publishers, authors, and companies-I do take requests for reviews, interviews, product endorsements, and etc. Check on my livejournal page for more information as to what content I am looking for. Dates do fill up quickly-I only like to feature on thing a day so you aren’t overlooked.
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