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Amir, traumatized by recent events, returns to the Old City with his mother Rachel. They discuss his safety and future, realizing that he cannot remain in the valley where danger lurks. A plan forms for Amir to help with the family bakery while considering education in the new city, aiming for a brighter future.
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In “Night Ride,” Amir and his uncle Subinyá traverse familiar trails under the stars, discussing heavy themes of honor, cultural heritage, and resistance against corrupt authority. Subinyá shares his past struggles, emphasizing the importance of fighting for liberty. The narrative reflects on choices that shape one’s destiny amidst turbulent circumstances.
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Subinyá and his nephew Amir return home in silence after a traumatic day. Subinyá reassures Amir, urging him to leave for his father’s bakery to escape danger from the Red Scorpions. They prepare for a nighttime escape, riding through safer paths, as Amir grapples with the weight of their situation.
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The three keystones to the story, Whispers of the Desert, are laid down. In the Opening we received the back story of the woman who now lies brutally murdered in the bowl of stones. The story opens with an excerpt from Isaiah the Old Testament Prophet describing the iniquity of the Israelites. And now sometime…
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“Beware he whose reputation is burnished bright, oft times the darkness is hidden by the polished light.” – Robert Reid, The Empress: I’m still on this WordPress, I said – they said, sibling rivalry. Here is a link to the latest news; however, this is the view from the other side in the article published by…
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My post about the troubles in WordPress Paradise received some questions on how to back up WordPress content. The quick answer is with great pain and panic attacks galore.
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I recently discovered that the WordPress project owned by Automattik is in a complicated battle with its Hosting company WP. The integrated aspect of WordPress with Automattik and WP is complex and currently under threat. WordPress represents about 40% of all websites on the Internet and a punitive legal battle could drastically affect the Internet…
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The opening scene of the book Whispers in the Desert introduces the antagonist and his secret plan to take property and control the city.
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We explore ways to ruin your story with word salads and infinite telling not showing. I introduce the reader to my twelve most popular writing mistakes and general FUBAR efforts.