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The Day the Berlin Wall Fell
Introduction: A Wall That Divided the World On the night of November 9, 1989, history shifted in a way few had predicted and millions had prayed for. The Berlin Wall — a towering concrete barrier that had divided East and West Berlin for 28 years — began to crumble, not under bombs or invasions, but under the weight of human hope.
By Aiman Shahidabout 7 hours ago in Confessions
I Spent 30 Days Saying "No" to My Kids, and I Nearly Lost My Seat at the Table
I’ve always been the "Logistics Dad." I’m the guy who makes sure the 529 plans are funded, the tire pressure is perfect, and the backyard fence is stained before the rot sets in. In my head, my "Yes" was the roof over their heads and the food in the fridge. That was the contract. I work, I provide, I protect.
By Wisewordsabout 24 hours ago in Confessions
Life is so still
Nothing seems to moving. Nothing is new. The same routine, same emotions some everything. I just can't be bothered. All the things I want seem so far away or just possible for that second they pop into my mind then bye. Uncertain and certain at the same time.
By Ella Loftusa day ago in Confessions
Blessed 33. Top Story - February 2026.
So I woke up on the morning of February 5, 2026 and guess what and you know what I realized? It’s my 33rd birthday. Do you know what that means? Yes, technically I’m getting old, but what I couldn’t have guessed was this would be one of the best days of my life.
By Joe Pattersona day ago in Confessions
When Empires Ruled the World
History is, in many ways, the story of empires — vast political and cultural systems that stretched across continents, united diverse peoples, and reshaped the destiny of humanity. For thousands of years, empires ruled the world, rising from humble beginnings to dominate trade, warfare, culture, and innovation. Yet, no matter how powerful, every empire eventually faced decline. Their legacies, however, still echo in our laws, languages, borders, and beliefs.
By Aiman Shahida day ago in Confessions
The Loneliness of Being “The Strong One”
In every group, workplace, or family, there’s often one person who everyone relies on — the one who seems unshakable, calm under pressure, and capable of handling anything life throws their way. This person is often called “the strong one.” On the outside, being strong is admirable. People trust you, seek your advice, and lean on your support. But beneath the surface, there’s a hidden cost. Being the strong one can be lonely, exhausting, and isolating. While others see resilience, the reality often includes quiet struggle, emotional suppression, and a longing for someone to lean on in return.
By Aiman Shahid2 days ago in Confessions
Silent Weigh
There was once a boy who loved his father more than anything. He grew up surrounded by both his parents, feeling the warmth of a home that, for a while, felt, whole. But life changed too soon. When he was only eight years old, his father took his own life, leaving behind a silence that the boy never truly understood, but always carried.
By Lydia martinez2 days ago in Confessions
My Obsessive Father. Content Warning.
Let me go. Leave me alone. I don't want to do that and many more sentences like these that have ruled my life. This going to be a story about how I cut the cord between a father that, I want to say was but is still obsessed with me.
By Ella Loftus2 days ago in Confessions
I think my soulmate found me in my dream
Another normal, boring evening. Made dinner, ate that and went to bed. I have been working on building my online business and following my heart calling. It is actually quite strange for me to be doing this and I know there is going to be people judging me. Honestly I think thats the hardest part. Staying true and believing in yourself through all of it. Im going to share how I did it.
By Ella Loftus3 days ago in Confessions
When the Universe Went Silent
Not in words, but in signals — pulses of light, waves of radio energy, bursts of radiation crossing impossible distances. Modern science has turned that curiosity into a global effort. Giant radio telescopes now listen to the cosmos the way deep-sea microphones listen to whales.
By Aiman Shahid3 days ago in Confessions
