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September 25, 2024
New Youtube Video: ASMR Candle Tapping
New Youtube Video: ASMR Tapping on a Candle-Fall Asleep in Five Minutes
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Hello everyone! Today I am bringing you another ASMR video. Fall asleep to with Tapping on a Candle-Fall Asleep in Five Minutes.
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September 20, 2024
New Medium Article: The Dangers of Educational Reform in Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix
Good evening all! I just wanted to let you know that I just posted a new Medium article on my page. It is about the dangers of educational reform in Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix by JK Rowling.
My Medium articles are all currently free.
Link to the full article is below, as well as a sneak peek.
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Sneak Peek:
Author’s Note: This article contains spoilers for Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix and the rest of the Harry Potter books by J.K Rowling. This article also contains spoilers for the Harry Potter movies.
In Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix, J.K. Rowling presents a critical view of educational reform through the character of Dolores Umbridge and her influence on Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. The reforms imposed by Umbridge, representing the Ministry of Magic, serve as a cautionary tale about the dangers of excessive governmental control, the suppression of critical thinking, and the stifling of educational freedom. The book offers a detailed narrative of how these reforms impact the students, the staff, and the overall learning environment at Hogwarts.
The arrival of Dolores Umbridge at Hogwarts marks the beginning of a series of drastic and authoritarian educational reforms. Appointed by the Ministry of Magic, specifically by Cornelius Fudge, the Minister for Magic, Umbridge's primary mission is to exert control over the school and counter what the Ministry perceives as Dumbledore's growing influence and the threat of Voldemort's return. Her position as the Hogwarts High Inquisitor gives her unprecedented power to evaluate and reform the school's educational policies. Her educational reforms have significant implications for the power dynamics within Hogwarts. These reforms alter the traditional balance of power between students, teachers, and the administration, reflecting broader themes of control and resistance.
Umbridge's reforms are implemented through a series of Educational Decrees issued by the Ministry of Magic. These decrees aim to standardise and control the curriculum and the overall operation of the school. Each decree is progressively more restrictive, reflecting the Ministry's increasing paranoia and desire for control. There are many examples of this. Educational Decree Number Twenty-Two gives the Ministry the power to appoint a new teacher if the current staff cannot fill a vacancy. This is how Umbridge becomes the Defense Against the Dark Arts teacher, despite having no real experience or interest in teaching students to defend themselves. Educational Decree Number Twenty-Three appoints Umbridge as Hogwarts High Inquisitor, granting her the authority to inspect and evaluate other teachers. Educational Decree Number Twenty-Four disbands all student organisations, societies, teams, groups, and clubs unless they receive specific approval from Umbridge, severely limiting students' extracurricular activities and autonomy.
The educational reforms at Hogwarts were part of a larger effort by the Ministry of Magic to control the narrative surrounding the return of Lord Voldemort and prevent what they perceived as Dumbledore’s growing influence. In the context of Rowling’s world, Hogwarts was traditionally a place of relative academic freedom where students and teachers enjoyed a degree of independence. However, with the appointment of Dolores Umbridge, who was loyal to the Ministry's policies, this freedom was replaced by strict regulation and control.
The Ministry’s interference in Hogwarts was primarily driven by political fear rather than a genuine concern for the quality of education. Fearing that Dumbledore was attempting to overthrow the Ministry and was spreading fear about Voldemort’s return, Cornelius Fudge sought to weaken Dumbledore’s influence by assuming direct control of the school. Through Umbridge’s actions and the implementation of a series of Educational Decrees, the Ministry effectively centralized power within Hogwarts, undermining the authority of both the headmaster and the staff. Each decree systematically stripped autonomy from Dumbledore and the teachers, forcing them to comply with Ministry mandates.
For example, Educational Decree Number Twenty-Two allowed the Ministry to appoint Umbridge as the Defense Against the Dark Arts teacher, bypassing the school’s authority to fill vacancies. This decree marked the Ministry’s first significant step in infiltrating Hogwarts, which would be followed by a series of even more repressive measures. The appointment of Umbridge was not about providing quality education but about enforcing the Ministry's propaganda, which denied the return of Voldemort and forbade the teaching of practical defensive magic. By limiting the students' exposure to essential defensive skills, the Ministry sought to control the population by ensuring they remained unprepared and reliant on the Ministry for protection.
The appointment of Dolores Umbridge as Defense Against the Dark Arts teacher and subsequently as Hogwarts High Inquisitor represents a deliberate move by the Ministry of Magic to centralize power. By placing Umbridge in a position of authority, the Ministry seeks to exert direct control over Hogwarts, which had previously enjoyed a degree of autonomy under Albus Dumbledore's leadership. This centralization is enforced through a series of Educational Decrees, each designed to strip power from the Hogwarts faculty and place it firmly in the hands of the Ministry. The decrees not only undermine Dumbledore's authority but also diminish the influence of the entire teaching staff.
One of the central conflicts in Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix is the power struggle between Albus Dumbledore, the respected headmaster of Hogwarts, and Dolores Umbridge, the Ministry-appointed High Inquisitor. At its core, Umbridge's appointment is not simply about educational reforms—it is a politically motivated attack on Dumbledore’s authority and credibility. This tension between the two characters symbolizes the broader clash between the forces of autonomy, represented by Dumbledore, and authoritarian control, as embodied by Umbridge and the Ministry of Magic under Cornelius Fudge.
Albus Dumbledore is portrayed throughout the series as one of the most powerful and influential wizards in the world. His unmatched magical prowess and wisdom make him not only a beloved figure at Hogwarts but also a leader whose voice carries significant weight within the wizarding community. However, it is his steadfast belief in the return of Lord Voldemort, following the events at the end of Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, that puts him at odds with the Ministry of Magic, led by Cornelius Fudge. Fudge, who is in a state of denial about Voldemort's return, sees Dumbledore's claims as a direct threat to his position and the stability of his government.
To Fudge, Dumbledore's warnings about Voldemort's resurgence appear as an attempt to incite fear and undermine the Ministry's control. Dumbledore's significant influence in the wizarding world—combined with his role as headmaster of Hogwarts, a prestigious institution where future generations of witches and wizards are educated—amplifies the Ministry’s anxiety. Fudge becomes convinced that Dumbledore is seeking to usurp him as Minister of Magic. Dumbledore has no such intentions, but Fudge's paranoia leads him to take drastic actions to curb Dumbledore’s influence, beginning with Hogwarts, where he sees an opportunity to control the narrative.
Dolores Umbridge is installed at Hogwarts under the pretence of implementing necessary educational reforms, but her true purpose is to serve as the Ministry's instrument of control. She is tasked with bringing Hogwarts, and by extension Dumbledore, under the direct influence of the Ministry. Fudge grants Umbridge sweeping powers, including the ability to overrule Dumbledore’s decisions and impose the Ministry’s will on the school. This is most explicitly seen in her appointment as High Inquisitor, a position created to grant her authority over all aspects of Hogwarts' administration.
From the moment of her arrival, Umbridge makes it clear that her mission is to undermine Dumbledore's leadership. Her policies are designed to strip away Dumbledore's autonomy and reshape the school by the Ministry's agenda. One of her first actions is to rewrite the Defense Against the Dark Arts curriculum, eliminating any practical instruction. This move is a direct challenge to Dumbledore's belief that students need to be prepared for the dangerous times ahead, particularly in light of Voldemort’s return. Instead, Umbridge insists on a theoretical approach, reflecting the Ministry’s desire to maintain a facade of peace and control by downplaying the threat posed by Voldemort.
Moreover, Umbridge begins to erode Dumbledore's authority by establishing herself as the final arbiter on all matters of discipline. Her regular inspections of the teachers, including Dumbledore's most trusted staff members like Professor McGonagall, are thinly veiled attempts to assert dominance and root out any remaining pockets of resistance to the Ministry’s control. These inspections serve not only to undermine the confidence of the faculty but also to send a clear message to the students that the Ministry is now in charge, and Dumbledore’s leadership is being called into question.
The power struggle between Dumbledore and Umbridge comes to a head in several key moments throughout the book, where Umbridge openly defies Dumbledore’s authority. One such moment occurs when Umbridge bans all student organizations, including Dumbledore’s Army (DA), which was formed in response to her inadequate teaching methods. Although the DA is a secret organization, its existence becomes a symbol of defiance against Umbridge's authority. When Umbridge discovers the group, she uses this as an opportunity to strike directly at Dumbledore.
In one of the most pivotal confrontations between the two, Umbridge accuses Dumbledore of organizing and leading the DA as part of a plan to overthrow the Ministry. The scene is a direct culmination of Fudge’s growing paranoia and Umbridge’s efforts to dismantle Dumbledore's influence. Although Dumbledore takes responsibility for the group’s formation to protect Harry and the other students, his refusal to allow Umbridge to punish the students involved—coupled with his dramatic escape from the Ministry's clutches—serves as a powerful act of resistance against her control. Dumbledore’s escape reinforces his autonomy and symbolizes his enduring power, even as Umbridge and the Ministry seek to undermine him.
The conflict between Dumbledore and Umbridge also represents a profound clash in educational philosophy. Dumbledore’s approach to education is rooted in the belief that students should be prepared for the real world, equipped with not only knowledge but also practical skills, independence, and the moral compass necessary to navigate complex situations. Under his leadership, Hogwarts has always been a place where students are encouraged to think critically, explore their strengths, and embrace diversity. This holistic view of education is central to Dumbledore's identity as a leader and reflects his deep respect for each student’s individuality and potential.
Serena
My Medium articles are all currently free.
Link to the full article is below, as well as a sneak peek.
Link: https://alysonserenastone.medium.com/...
Sneak Peek:
Author’s Note: This article contains spoilers for Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix and the rest of the Harry Potter books by J.K Rowling. This article also contains spoilers for the Harry Potter movies.
In Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix, J.K. Rowling presents a critical view of educational reform through the character of Dolores Umbridge and her influence on Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. The reforms imposed by Umbridge, representing the Ministry of Magic, serve as a cautionary tale about the dangers of excessive governmental control, the suppression of critical thinking, and the stifling of educational freedom. The book offers a detailed narrative of how these reforms impact the students, the staff, and the overall learning environment at Hogwarts.
The arrival of Dolores Umbridge at Hogwarts marks the beginning of a series of drastic and authoritarian educational reforms. Appointed by the Ministry of Magic, specifically by Cornelius Fudge, the Minister for Magic, Umbridge's primary mission is to exert control over the school and counter what the Ministry perceives as Dumbledore's growing influence and the threat of Voldemort's return. Her position as the Hogwarts High Inquisitor gives her unprecedented power to evaluate and reform the school's educational policies. Her educational reforms have significant implications for the power dynamics within Hogwarts. These reforms alter the traditional balance of power between students, teachers, and the administration, reflecting broader themes of control and resistance.
Umbridge's reforms are implemented through a series of Educational Decrees issued by the Ministry of Magic. These decrees aim to standardise and control the curriculum and the overall operation of the school. Each decree is progressively more restrictive, reflecting the Ministry's increasing paranoia and desire for control. There are many examples of this. Educational Decree Number Twenty-Two gives the Ministry the power to appoint a new teacher if the current staff cannot fill a vacancy. This is how Umbridge becomes the Defense Against the Dark Arts teacher, despite having no real experience or interest in teaching students to defend themselves. Educational Decree Number Twenty-Three appoints Umbridge as Hogwarts High Inquisitor, granting her the authority to inspect and evaluate other teachers. Educational Decree Number Twenty-Four disbands all student organisations, societies, teams, groups, and clubs unless they receive specific approval from Umbridge, severely limiting students' extracurricular activities and autonomy.
The educational reforms at Hogwarts were part of a larger effort by the Ministry of Magic to control the narrative surrounding the return of Lord Voldemort and prevent what they perceived as Dumbledore’s growing influence. In the context of Rowling’s world, Hogwarts was traditionally a place of relative academic freedom where students and teachers enjoyed a degree of independence. However, with the appointment of Dolores Umbridge, who was loyal to the Ministry's policies, this freedom was replaced by strict regulation and control.
The Ministry’s interference in Hogwarts was primarily driven by political fear rather than a genuine concern for the quality of education. Fearing that Dumbledore was attempting to overthrow the Ministry and was spreading fear about Voldemort’s return, Cornelius Fudge sought to weaken Dumbledore’s influence by assuming direct control of the school. Through Umbridge’s actions and the implementation of a series of Educational Decrees, the Ministry effectively centralized power within Hogwarts, undermining the authority of both the headmaster and the staff. Each decree systematically stripped autonomy from Dumbledore and the teachers, forcing them to comply with Ministry mandates.
For example, Educational Decree Number Twenty-Two allowed the Ministry to appoint Umbridge as the Defense Against the Dark Arts teacher, bypassing the school’s authority to fill vacancies. This decree marked the Ministry’s first significant step in infiltrating Hogwarts, which would be followed by a series of even more repressive measures. The appointment of Umbridge was not about providing quality education but about enforcing the Ministry's propaganda, which denied the return of Voldemort and forbade the teaching of practical defensive magic. By limiting the students' exposure to essential defensive skills, the Ministry sought to control the population by ensuring they remained unprepared and reliant on the Ministry for protection.
The appointment of Dolores Umbridge as Defense Against the Dark Arts teacher and subsequently as Hogwarts High Inquisitor represents a deliberate move by the Ministry of Magic to centralize power. By placing Umbridge in a position of authority, the Ministry seeks to exert direct control over Hogwarts, which had previously enjoyed a degree of autonomy under Albus Dumbledore's leadership. This centralization is enforced through a series of Educational Decrees, each designed to strip power from the Hogwarts faculty and place it firmly in the hands of the Ministry. The decrees not only undermine Dumbledore's authority but also diminish the influence of the entire teaching staff.
One of the central conflicts in Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix is the power struggle between Albus Dumbledore, the respected headmaster of Hogwarts, and Dolores Umbridge, the Ministry-appointed High Inquisitor. At its core, Umbridge's appointment is not simply about educational reforms—it is a politically motivated attack on Dumbledore’s authority and credibility. This tension between the two characters symbolizes the broader clash between the forces of autonomy, represented by Dumbledore, and authoritarian control, as embodied by Umbridge and the Ministry of Magic under Cornelius Fudge.
Albus Dumbledore is portrayed throughout the series as one of the most powerful and influential wizards in the world. His unmatched magical prowess and wisdom make him not only a beloved figure at Hogwarts but also a leader whose voice carries significant weight within the wizarding community. However, it is his steadfast belief in the return of Lord Voldemort, following the events at the end of Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, that puts him at odds with the Ministry of Magic, led by Cornelius Fudge. Fudge, who is in a state of denial about Voldemort's return, sees Dumbledore's claims as a direct threat to his position and the stability of his government.
To Fudge, Dumbledore's warnings about Voldemort's resurgence appear as an attempt to incite fear and undermine the Ministry's control. Dumbledore's significant influence in the wizarding world—combined with his role as headmaster of Hogwarts, a prestigious institution where future generations of witches and wizards are educated—amplifies the Ministry’s anxiety. Fudge becomes convinced that Dumbledore is seeking to usurp him as Minister of Magic. Dumbledore has no such intentions, but Fudge's paranoia leads him to take drastic actions to curb Dumbledore’s influence, beginning with Hogwarts, where he sees an opportunity to control the narrative.
Dolores Umbridge is installed at Hogwarts under the pretence of implementing necessary educational reforms, but her true purpose is to serve as the Ministry's instrument of control. She is tasked with bringing Hogwarts, and by extension Dumbledore, under the direct influence of the Ministry. Fudge grants Umbridge sweeping powers, including the ability to overrule Dumbledore’s decisions and impose the Ministry’s will on the school. This is most explicitly seen in her appointment as High Inquisitor, a position created to grant her authority over all aspects of Hogwarts' administration.
From the moment of her arrival, Umbridge makes it clear that her mission is to undermine Dumbledore's leadership. Her policies are designed to strip away Dumbledore's autonomy and reshape the school by the Ministry's agenda. One of her first actions is to rewrite the Defense Against the Dark Arts curriculum, eliminating any practical instruction. This move is a direct challenge to Dumbledore's belief that students need to be prepared for the dangerous times ahead, particularly in light of Voldemort’s return. Instead, Umbridge insists on a theoretical approach, reflecting the Ministry’s desire to maintain a facade of peace and control by downplaying the threat posed by Voldemort.
Moreover, Umbridge begins to erode Dumbledore's authority by establishing herself as the final arbiter on all matters of discipline. Her regular inspections of the teachers, including Dumbledore's most trusted staff members like Professor McGonagall, are thinly veiled attempts to assert dominance and root out any remaining pockets of resistance to the Ministry’s control. These inspections serve not only to undermine the confidence of the faculty but also to send a clear message to the students that the Ministry is now in charge, and Dumbledore’s leadership is being called into question.
The power struggle between Dumbledore and Umbridge comes to a head in several key moments throughout the book, where Umbridge openly defies Dumbledore’s authority. One such moment occurs when Umbridge bans all student organizations, including Dumbledore’s Army (DA), which was formed in response to her inadequate teaching methods. Although the DA is a secret organization, its existence becomes a symbol of defiance against Umbridge's authority. When Umbridge discovers the group, she uses this as an opportunity to strike directly at Dumbledore.
In one of the most pivotal confrontations between the two, Umbridge accuses Dumbledore of organizing and leading the DA as part of a plan to overthrow the Ministry. The scene is a direct culmination of Fudge’s growing paranoia and Umbridge’s efforts to dismantle Dumbledore's influence. Although Dumbledore takes responsibility for the group’s formation to protect Harry and the other students, his refusal to allow Umbridge to punish the students involved—coupled with his dramatic escape from the Ministry's clutches—serves as a powerful act of resistance against her control. Dumbledore’s escape reinforces his autonomy and symbolizes his enduring power, even as Umbridge and the Ministry seek to undermine him.
The conflict between Dumbledore and Umbridge also represents a profound clash in educational philosophy. Dumbledore’s approach to education is rooted in the belief that students should be prepared for the real world, equipped with not only knowledge but also practical skills, independence, and the moral compass necessary to navigate complex situations. Under his leadership, Hogwarts has always been a place where students are encouraged to think critically, explore their strengths, and embrace diversity. This holistic view of education is central to Dumbledore's identity as a leader and reflects his deep respect for each student’s individuality and potential.
Serena
September 17, 2024
New Youtube Video: ASMR Rattling and Tapping-Fall Asleep in Five Minutes
New Youtube Video: ASMR Rattling and Tapping-Fall Asleep in Five Minutes
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Link: https://youtu.be/sPEVKTNKVus
Description:
Hello everyone! Today I am bringing you another ASMR video. Fall asleep to with Rattling and Tapping-Fall Asleep in Five Minutes.
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Please note, it may take a few hours before the video is fully processed.
Link: https://youtu.be/sPEVKTNKVus
Description:
Hello everyone! Today I am bringing you another ASMR video. Fall asleep to with Rattling and Tapping-Fall Asleep in Five 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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September 10, 2024
New Youtube Video: Drop: An Adventure Through the Water Cycle (Emily Kate Moon)
New Youtube Video: Drop: An Adventure Through the Water Cycle (Emily Kate Moon)
It may be a few hours before this pops up. My internet is really lagging right now.
Link: https://youtu.be/O32Cb4gd5Ig
Description:
Today I am doing a read aloud of Drop: An Adventure Through the Water Cycle by Emily Kate Moon.
Summary:
A water ride like you've never experienced before, featuring the cutest drop of water in all of precipitation.
Meet Drop. She's water! And she's seen a thing or two--even dinosaurs. Everywhere Drop flows--and she flows everywhere--she makes life on Earth possible, and has a great time doing it. Have you ever plummeted from a rain cloud? Or taken a thousand-year nap in a glacier? Drop has! She'll tell you all about it. With delightful panache and a steady stream of funny one-liners, Drop takes readers on an adventure through the water cycle and beyond. Filled with irresistible artwork, funny asides, and a steady sprinkle of kid-enticing facts, Drop is the story about water everyone has been thirsting for.
Subject: Read Aloud, Children’s Literature, Science, Reading, Water Cycle
Topic: Read Aloud, Children’s Literature, Science, Reading, Water Cycle
Grades: PreK-5th
Links:
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It may be a few hours before this pops up. My internet is really lagging right now.
Link: https://youtu.be/O32Cb4gd5Ig
Description:
Today I am doing a read aloud of Drop: An Adventure Through the Water Cycle by Emily Kate Moon.
Summary:
A water ride like you've never experienced before, featuring the cutest drop of water in all of precipitation.
Meet Drop. She's water! And she's seen a thing or two--even dinosaurs. Everywhere Drop flows--and she flows everywhere--she makes life on Earth possible, and has a great time doing it. Have you ever plummeted from a rain cloud? Or taken a thousand-year nap in a glacier? Drop has! She'll tell you all about it. With delightful panache and a steady stream of funny one-liners, Drop takes readers on an adventure through the water cycle and beyond. Filled with irresistible artwork, funny asides, and a steady sprinkle of kid-enticing facts, Drop is the story about water everyone has been thirsting for.
Subject: Read Aloud, Children’s Literature, Science, Reading, Water Cycle
Topic: Read Aloud, Children’s Literature, Science, Reading, Water Cycle
Grades: PreK-5th
Links:
Teacherspayteachers: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/S...
Teaching Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOpE...
September 8, 2024
New Medium: Is Abby Jimenez's Just for the Summer Worth the Hype?
Good morning everyone! I just posted a new Medium article. Today I will be discussing rather or not if Just for the Summer by Abby Jimenez is worth the hype.
Below is a link to full article as well as a sneak peek.
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Link: https://alysonserenastone.medium.com/...
Sneak Peek:
Author’s Note: While this article is mainly spoiler-free, it may contain minor spoilers for Just for the Summer by Abby Jimenez.
Abby Jimenez’s Just for the Summer will be one of my top reads of 2024 and maybe my top romance read of the year. I loved this one. This is the second book in this shared world that I have read and they keep getting better. I still need to read Part of Your World.
I want to make it clear that even though this is part of a shared world, you do not need to read Part of Your World and Yours Truly to understand what is happening. Characters from the other books (I can’t speak for Part of Your World) do make appearances, but it does not impact the understanding and enjoyment of Just for the Summer.
Just for the Summer follows Emma who is cursed. Everyone she dates ends up finding their true love after they break up. She’s annoyed and over it. She wants to have the romance that everyone does. That is until she finds someone with the same issue as she has. Enter Justin and his viral Reddit thread. He has been deemed a good luck charm for other couples. The same thing that happens to Emma also happens to him. She DMs him and tells her of his problem. The two believe that if they date each other, then one of their curses will be broken, and the next person they date will be their soulmate. It’s worth a shot. The only thing is that they aren’t even close to each other. This is a problem that Emma can solve. She and her best friend, Mady, are travel nurses. They take a position near Justin so they can date. It starts great until Emma’s wayward mother arrives and turns her world upside down.
Abby Jimenez is an author who has quietly won me over. There’s something about her books that draws me in and makes them impossible to put down. I cannot speak for all her books since this is only the second one, I've read, but she creates real characters and highlights the simple aspects of life. She takes ordinary lives and gives them a magical touch. It’s not always sweet and fluffy, but it reminds you that even when things are bad, there’s still a lot of good in the world.
On the surface, Just for the Summer seems like a cute summer romance story. I didn’t expect it to tackle some of the serious issues that it did, but I should have known better—Yours Truly did the same thing. What I love about Abby’s approach is how she incorporates trauma and the more serious aspects of life in a way that feels like a natural part of the story. It doesn’t feel like a platform or a token sob story. These issues are a part of the characters but do not define them. We see their strengths and qualities, but we also see how these past or present events have affected them. I wouldn’t say that these events made them who they are because they are more than just their trauma.
Emma is an example of this. I loved her a lot. She is a travel nurse, who appears to have everything put together. She and her best friend Mady, who is also a travel nurse, pick where they want to work. They take turns picking. This time it was supposed to be Mady’s pick and they were going to Hawaii, but then Justin entered the picture. Emma wants to go, so Mady gives up her pick. I love the friendship these two have. They have been through a lot together. Mady’s moms ended up raising Emma as a foster child and this has made them more than friends. Mady is there for Emma and Emma is for Mady. They will do anything for each other. It shows a lot in this book because there are things in this book that are not easy.
Emma’s mother, Amber, has been in her life and it’s not always a good thing. However, she is the only blood family that Emma has. Amber struggles with mental illness and other things. When Emma was a child, she would just pack up and leave Emma to fend for herself. This is how Emma ended up in the system, to begin with. Emma has spent her whole life wanting her mother and caring for her. She was robbed of her childhood. Emma thinks that everything is fine and this has had no impact on her. Mady sees otherwise and tries to protect Emma from her mother. She warns Emma of what is going to happen now that Amber is back. Amber has this record of ruining anything good that Emma has going for her and leaving Emma to pick up the pieces. She does this every time and it is taking a toll on Emma.
Have a great day!
Serena
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Author’s Note: While this article is mainly spoiler-free, it may contain minor spoilers for Just for the Summer by Abby Jimenez.
Abby Jimenez’s Just for the Summer will be one of my top reads of 2024 and maybe my top romance read of the year. I loved this one. This is the second book in this shared world that I have read and they keep getting better. I still need to read Part of Your World.
I want to make it clear that even though this is part of a shared world, you do not need to read Part of Your World and Yours Truly to understand what is happening. Characters from the other books (I can’t speak for Part of Your World) do make appearances, but it does not impact the understanding and enjoyment of Just for the Summer.
Just for the Summer follows Emma who is cursed. Everyone she dates ends up finding their true love after they break up. She’s annoyed and over it. She wants to have the romance that everyone does. That is until she finds someone with the same issue as she has. Enter Justin and his viral Reddit thread. He has been deemed a good luck charm for other couples. The same thing that happens to Emma also happens to him. She DMs him and tells her of his problem. The two believe that if they date each other, then one of their curses will be broken, and the next person they date will be their soulmate. It’s worth a shot. The only thing is that they aren’t even close to each other. This is a problem that Emma can solve. She and her best friend, Mady, are travel nurses. They take a position near Justin so they can date. It starts great until Emma’s wayward mother arrives and turns her world upside down.
Abby Jimenez is an author who has quietly won me over. There’s something about her books that draws me in and makes them impossible to put down. I cannot speak for all her books since this is only the second one, I've read, but she creates real characters and highlights the simple aspects of life. She takes ordinary lives and gives them a magical touch. It’s not always sweet and fluffy, but it reminds you that even when things are bad, there’s still a lot of good in the world.
On the surface, Just for the Summer seems like a cute summer romance story. I didn’t expect it to tackle some of the serious issues that it did, but I should have known better—Yours Truly did the same thing. What I love about Abby’s approach is how she incorporates trauma and the more serious aspects of life in a way that feels like a natural part of the story. It doesn’t feel like a platform or a token sob story. These issues are a part of the characters but do not define them. We see their strengths and qualities, but we also see how these past or present events have affected them. I wouldn’t say that these events made them who they are because they are more than just their trauma.
Emma is an example of this. I loved her a lot. She is a travel nurse, who appears to have everything put together. She and her best friend Mady, who is also a travel nurse, pick where they want to work. They take turns picking. This time it was supposed to be Mady’s pick and they were going to Hawaii, but then Justin entered the picture. Emma wants to go, so Mady gives up her pick. I love the friendship these two have. They have been through a lot together. Mady’s moms ended up raising Emma as a foster child and this has made them more than friends. Mady is there for Emma and Emma is for Mady. They will do anything for each other. It shows a lot in this book because there are things in this book that are not easy.
Emma’s mother, Amber, has been in her life and it’s not always a good thing. However, she is the only blood family that Emma has. Amber struggles with mental illness and other things. When Emma was a child, she would just pack up and leave Emma to fend for herself. This is how Emma ended up in the system, to begin with. Emma has spent her whole life wanting her mother and caring for her. She was robbed of her childhood. Emma thinks that everything is fine and this has had no impact on her. Mady sees otherwise and tries to protect Emma from her mother. She warns Emma of what is going to happen now that Amber is back. Amber has this record of ruining anything good that Emma has going for her and leaving Emma to pick up the pieces. She does this every time and it is taking a toll on Emma.
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Serena
September 3, 2024
New Youtube Video: ASMR Fall Asleep in 10 Minutes to with Rain, Thunder, and Traffic Through a Closed Window
New Youtube Video: ASMR Fall Asleep in 10 Minutes to with Rain, Thunder, and Traffic Through a Closed Window
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August 20, 2024
ASMR Fall Asleep in 10 Minutes to with Rain, Thunder, and Traffic Through an Open Window
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August 15, 2024
New Medium Article: Would Zuko's Redemption Arc Have Happened Without Iroh?
Good morning everyone! I just wanted to let you know that I just posted a new Medium article on my page. It's Avatar: The Last Airbender. It's called Would Zuko's Redemption Arc Have Happened Without Iroh?
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Spoiler Warning: This article focuses solely on the Avatar: The Last Airbender TV series and does not contain any spoilers for the graphic novels or The Legend of Korra. This article contains spoilers for Avatar: The Last Airbender TV series only.
Uncle Iroh is one of Avatar: The Last Airbender’s most beloved characters. Despite being from the Fire Nation, he is wise, humble, and kind. This allows him to give great advice and insight into complex situations. He respects and honours all four elements. It is not these things that make him stand out to me. It is his love for Zuko. This brings me to today’s question: Would Zuko’s redemption arc happen without Iroh? To determine this, we must first do a deep dive into their relationship.
Iroh’s son, Lu Ten, was killed during the Siege of Ba Sing Se. This leaves Iroh in a dark place. He pulls out of the siege to grieve. Then, he loses his title of Crown Prince and is removed from being the new Fire Lord. Iroh could have shut down completely and cut off all ties with his family. He does not. Instead, he takes on a fatherly role to Zuko. He even follows him into exile. He supports Zuko and treats him as if he was his son. He becomes a mentor and teacher to Zuko. Even when Zuko lashes out, Iroh is still there. He is calm and tries to bring these to his nephew.
Iroh is not afraid to offer advice and support to Zuko if Zuko has gotten himself into the situation to be in. Zuko’s temper gets him in trouble. Iroh could have left him to figure out things on his own, but he does not. This is clear in “Book One: Water.” Zuko and Zhao challenge each other to an Agni Kai. Iroh could have left Zuko to face Zhao, who is a very skilled firebender, on his own. Instead, Iroh offers Zuko advice on how to defeat Zhao. This happens both before and during the match. It is Iroh’s advice that allows Zuko to defeat Zhao. Not only that but at the end of the Agni Kai, Zuko walks away. He could have hurt Zhao, but he does not. This is a clear influence of Iroh. Had Iroh not been there, Zuko probably would have burned Zhao, who had been mocking him. The situation would have also been worse for Zuko had Iroh not been there. When Zuko walks away and has his back turned, Zhao attempts to attack him. Iroh intervenes and tells him that Zuko, who has been banished from the Fire Nation, has more honour than he does.
Another example from “Book One: Water” is when Zuko returns from saving Aang and decides to sleep while the rest of the crew goes into town. When the crew is gone and Zuko is alone on the ship, a group of pirates sneak in and blow up the ship. Iroh immediately reacts and believes that Zuko is dead. He shows great sadness. He thought he had lost another son. Zuko is not dead though. The two come up with a plan to end Zhao. Iroh pretends that he is going to help Zuko take over the Northern Water Tribe and Zuko stows away on the ship. When they reach the Northern Tribe, Iroh tells Zuko that he thinks of him as his son and warns him to be careful. Again, this shows the fatherly relationship. This isn’t the only time that Iroh’s influence impacts Zuko. During the battle at the Northern Water Tribe, Zuko and Zhao duel again. Zhao ends up falling off the bridge and is going to die. Instead of letting him die, Zuko offers him his hand, which he doesn’t take. Zuko was well within his right to let someone who had tortured him to die. Instead, he becomes a better person and offers help. Who also helps those in need? Iroh! Without Iroh’s constant presence, Zuko would have never offered to help Zhao. Why? Zuko grew up in a household where helping those who put you down and could not carry their weight was seen as a sign of weakness. This weakness had to be put down. They also believed in getting rid of those who got in your way. Without Iroh, Zuko would have known nothing else but this mindset.
In “Book Two: Earth,” we see Zuko and Iroh depend even more on each other. They are in a new kingdom and in one that doesn’t like them. All they have is each other. They are also fugitives of the Fire Nation. Knowing this, Zuko decides to go out on his own. Iroh, though, does not let Zuko be fully on his own. He knows that Zuko feels he needs to do this. It is a part of Zuko’s self-discovery and trying to regain his honour. Iroh follows Zuko. We know this because Toph stumbles upon Iroh and they end up talking. Toph is the one who tells Iroh that he needs to tell Zuko that he needs him. While Toph’s words are true, Zuko does need to strike out on his own and find his way. “Zuko Alone” is a great episode for his character. No one knows who Zuko is and he is relying on the kindness of others. He meets the family at the farm, who take him in and don’t ask any questions. Whenever Zuko attempts to leave, the family seeks him out because Earth Kingdom soldiers are taking the boy. Zuko goes back and fights. At first, he does so without revealing that he is a firebender. The soldiers put him into a position where he must fire bend. He saves the boy and tries to give him a knife. The boy does not want anything to do with Zuko now that he knows he is a firebender. Rather than lashing out at the boy, Zuko leaves. This is huge for Zuko’s character growth. The old Zuko would have burned the village down for this rejection. Now that Zuko has been around Iroh so much, he turns the other cheek. He understands all the hatred and knows that it is justified.
Eventually, Zuko and Iroh do reunite. Iroh begins to train Zuko in firebending and lightning redirection. When Zuko asks him to shoot lightning at him so he can practice, Iroh tells him no. It’s dangerous and he’s not sure that Zuko is ready. He does not want to put Zuko in any kind of danger. This goes back to Iroh thinking of Zuko as a son. He will give him the tools that he needs to survive, but he is not going to put his life in danger. This also gives us insight into Zuko’s mental state. During a storm, Zuko climbs to the top of a mountain and waits for lighting. It doesn’t come. He lashes out. His pain and his desire to please his father come out. Even after everything his father has put him through, he still wants his love. He doesn’t see that he already has fatherly love in his life.
Iroh’s goal is to keep Zuko safe. This desire leads them to Ba Sing Se. Azula is after them and Zuko cannot win against her. Ba Sing Se is large enough for them to hide in. Not only that but there are a lot of refugees there and they can blend in with them. Iroh gets them jobs at a tea shop and they move into an apartment. It’s the chance for them to start over again. Iroh tells Zuko this and it’s not enough. Zuko is not happy. Iroh is patient and encourages Zuko to look for the good things. He even suggests that Zuko find himself a “lady friend.” Zuko does end up going on a date and does have a good time. It’s still not enough though. Zuko wants to go back home, get his honour back, and please his father. Iroh, still, does not turn his back on his nephew. He believes that Zuko will eventually see that what he thinks he wants is not what he wants. He hopes Zuko will discover this and this is why he keeps offering him his helping hand.
Have a great day!
Serena
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Spoiler Warning: This article focuses solely on the Avatar: The Last Airbender TV series and does not contain any spoilers for the graphic novels or The Legend of Korra. This article contains spoilers for Avatar: The Last Airbender TV series only.
Uncle Iroh is one of Avatar: The Last Airbender’s most beloved characters. Despite being from the Fire Nation, he is wise, humble, and kind. This allows him to give great advice and insight into complex situations. He respects and honours all four elements. It is not these things that make him stand out to me. It is his love for Zuko. This brings me to today’s question: Would Zuko’s redemption arc happen without Iroh? To determine this, we must first do a deep dive into their relationship.
Iroh’s son, Lu Ten, was killed during the Siege of Ba Sing Se. This leaves Iroh in a dark place. He pulls out of the siege to grieve. Then, he loses his title of Crown Prince and is removed from being the new Fire Lord. Iroh could have shut down completely and cut off all ties with his family. He does not. Instead, he takes on a fatherly role to Zuko. He even follows him into exile. He supports Zuko and treats him as if he was his son. He becomes a mentor and teacher to Zuko. Even when Zuko lashes out, Iroh is still there. He is calm and tries to bring these to his nephew.
Iroh is not afraid to offer advice and support to Zuko if Zuko has gotten himself into the situation to be in. Zuko’s temper gets him in trouble. Iroh could have left him to figure out things on his own, but he does not. This is clear in “Book One: Water.” Zuko and Zhao challenge each other to an Agni Kai. Iroh could have left Zuko to face Zhao, who is a very skilled firebender, on his own. Instead, Iroh offers Zuko advice on how to defeat Zhao. This happens both before and during the match. It is Iroh’s advice that allows Zuko to defeat Zhao. Not only that but at the end of the Agni Kai, Zuko walks away. He could have hurt Zhao, but he does not. This is a clear influence of Iroh. Had Iroh not been there, Zuko probably would have burned Zhao, who had been mocking him. The situation would have also been worse for Zuko had Iroh not been there. When Zuko walks away and has his back turned, Zhao attempts to attack him. Iroh intervenes and tells him that Zuko, who has been banished from the Fire Nation, has more honour than he does.
Another example from “Book One: Water” is when Zuko returns from saving Aang and decides to sleep while the rest of the crew goes into town. When the crew is gone and Zuko is alone on the ship, a group of pirates sneak in and blow up the ship. Iroh immediately reacts and believes that Zuko is dead. He shows great sadness. He thought he had lost another son. Zuko is not dead though. The two come up with a plan to end Zhao. Iroh pretends that he is going to help Zuko take over the Northern Water Tribe and Zuko stows away on the ship. When they reach the Northern Tribe, Iroh tells Zuko that he thinks of him as his son and warns him to be careful. Again, this shows the fatherly relationship. This isn’t the only time that Iroh’s influence impacts Zuko. During the battle at the Northern Water Tribe, Zuko and Zhao duel again. Zhao ends up falling off the bridge and is going to die. Instead of letting him die, Zuko offers him his hand, which he doesn’t take. Zuko was well within his right to let someone who had tortured him to die. Instead, he becomes a better person and offers help. Who also helps those in need? Iroh! Without Iroh’s constant presence, Zuko would have never offered to help Zhao. Why? Zuko grew up in a household where helping those who put you down and could not carry their weight was seen as a sign of weakness. This weakness had to be put down. They also believed in getting rid of those who got in your way. Without Iroh, Zuko would have known nothing else but this mindset.
In “Book Two: Earth,” we see Zuko and Iroh depend even more on each other. They are in a new kingdom and in one that doesn’t like them. All they have is each other. They are also fugitives of the Fire Nation. Knowing this, Zuko decides to go out on his own. Iroh, though, does not let Zuko be fully on his own. He knows that Zuko feels he needs to do this. It is a part of Zuko’s self-discovery and trying to regain his honour. Iroh follows Zuko. We know this because Toph stumbles upon Iroh and they end up talking. Toph is the one who tells Iroh that he needs to tell Zuko that he needs him. While Toph’s words are true, Zuko does need to strike out on his own and find his way. “Zuko Alone” is a great episode for his character. No one knows who Zuko is and he is relying on the kindness of others. He meets the family at the farm, who take him in and don’t ask any questions. Whenever Zuko attempts to leave, the family seeks him out because Earth Kingdom soldiers are taking the boy. Zuko goes back and fights. At first, he does so without revealing that he is a firebender. The soldiers put him into a position where he must fire bend. He saves the boy and tries to give him a knife. The boy does not want anything to do with Zuko now that he knows he is a firebender. Rather than lashing out at the boy, Zuko leaves. This is huge for Zuko’s character growth. The old Zuko would have burned the village down for this rejection. Now that Zuko has been around Iroh so much, he turns the other cheek. He understands all the hatred and knows that it is justified.
Eventually, Zuko and Iroh do reunite. Iroh begins to train Zuko in firebending and lightning redirection. When Zuko asks him to shoot lightning at him so he can practice, Iroh tells him no. It’s dangerous and he’s not sure that Zuko is ready. He does not want to put Zuko in any kind of danger. This goes back to Iroh thinking of Zuko as a son. He will give him the tools that he needs to survive, but he is not going to put his life in danger. This also gives us insight into Zuko’s mental state. During a storm, Zuko climbs to the top of a mountain and waits for lighting. It doesn’t come. He lashes out. His pain and his desire to please his father come out. Even after everything his father has put him through, he still wants his love. He doesn’t see that he already has fatherly love in his life.
Iroh’s goal is to keep Zuko safe. This desire leads them to Ba Sing Se. Azula is after them and Zuko cannot win against her. Ba Sing Se is large enough for them to hide in. Not only that but there are a lot of refugees there and they can blend in with them. Iroh gets them jobs at a tea shop and they move into an apartment. It’s the chance for them to start over again. Iroh tells Zuko this and it’s not enough. Zuko is not happy. Iroh is patient and encourages Zuko to look for the good things. He even suggests that Zuko find himself a “lady friend.” Zuko does end up going on a date and does have a good time. It’s still not enough though. Zuko wants to go back home, get his honour back, and please his father. Iroh, still, does not turn his back on his nephew. He believes that Zuko will eventually see that what he thinks he wants is not what he wants. He hopes Zuko will discover this and this is why he keeps offering him his helping hand.
Have a great day!
Serena
August 13, 2024
New Youtube Video: ASMR Lotion and Hair Brush Tapping Hand Movements Carpet Rubbing
New Youtube Video: ASMR Lotion and Hair Brush Tapping Hand Movements Carpet Rubbing
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August 6, 2024
New Youtube Video: ASMR Rattling, Clicking Toy
New Youtube Video: ASMR Rattling, Clicking Toy
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