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Kiya's Random Musing of the Day:

Why - in all these super hero movies - do these heroes cause so much collateral damage?

I mean you're supposed to be saving mankind or humans or whatever...can't you just take your fighting to an open country side or desert (or heck, outer space)?

Why do you have to end up destroying more buildings and probably killing more folks in the process???

In my younger days (hah!) this was all exciting, but now as I sit here and watch it today (*is currently watching Man of Steel by the way), I just want to go into the screen and shake some sense into these superheroes!

P.S: Stop tossing in the obligatory hero kisses girl in the middle of the darn war zone trope. It's getting boring!


.....rant over.

*Pthb*


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Fantastic Four.. *RollEyes*
This is one reason I can't watch movies. The BS details overwhelm the escapism. At least comedies are supposed to be absurd on a level. Same with TV sitcoms. Even dramas, when they get things right, are watchable because you feel an attachment to reality. But I just can't get into certain things that lose their tether to or completely disregard many realities. Not to mention the tropes...
That was the concept of Batman v Superman: Dawn Of Justice; as terrible as that film was (it was three films and 4 years of comics mashed into one film!!), Batman's issue was the collateral damage Superman's battle with Zod caused.

If they'd done 3 movies instead of one vomit, then that could easily have been examined a lot better than it was.

Just sayin'...

It was also part of the instigation for the Civil War in the comics, leading to Captain America being shot on the steps of the court-house and the superhero registration act, and a chunk of the heroes becoming vigilantes... and I think I am letting my comic reading self get carried away. Why, yes, I am over 50 years of age; why do you ask?

Oh my gosh! *Shock2*

Today is:

*Choco* WORLD CHOCOLATE DAY!!! *Choco*

Do you have any idea what this means????????


































I honestly don't, but there are a few chocoholics wandering around these here Writing.com, so beware/warned! *Scared*


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Schnujo NEEDS to do homework Author Icon - So, that would explain why my neighbor's doggo has been acting weird(er) all morning. *Laugh*
AmyJo-Downhill slide begins! Author Icon - Pictures of this magic pudding or it never happened! *Pthb*

It's been a hard day's night,
It was a hard day's night
And I've been working like a dog.
And I was working like a dog
It's been a hard day's night,
It was a hard day's night
I should be sleeping like a log.
I barely slept like a log
But when I get home to you,
But when I log onto Writing.com
I find the things that you do
I find so many wonderful things to do
Will make me feel alright.
And it always makes me feel alright

Whooohooo!

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Thanks so very much again, Choconut, for the challenge and the incredible honor!

*Heart*
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Congrats on your win!!
Fivesixer Author Icon - Ditto the sentiment! I need to implant your poetic genius in my brain.*Sob*
iKïyå§ama Author Icon - Thanks!! I need to figure out where it comes from first!! *Laugh*

Happy Alice in Wonderland Day!
*Cheshire*

In honor of all things Wonderland/Through the Looking Glass; here are some great stories for your entertainment from the previous winners of "Wonderland" Open in new Window.

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Eyestar in Wonderland Open in new Window. (E)
A scroll book for my nonsense down the rabbit hole! ~Keepsake from eyestar~
#2213174 by Lornda Author IconMail Icon

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Bonkers In Wonderland Open in new Window. (13+)
A collection of short stories and fun tasks
#2214011 by Lornda Author IconMail Icon

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Wonderland Open in new Window. (E)
Folder for Wonderland Assignments.
#2213838 by Beholden Author IconMail Icon


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Falling Down the Rabbit Hole Again! Open in new Window. (E)
Another Wonderland adventure full of nonsense. Quill Finalist!
#2242255 by eyestar~* Author IconMail Icon

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Curiouser and Curiouser Open in new Window. (18+)
entering Wonderland again
#2242614 by Rhyssa Author IconMail Icon


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Gervic in Wonderland Open in new Window. (E)
My Wonderland adventures are kept here...
#2313223 by GERVIC Author IconMail Icon

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GLITCH: THE ALICE PROTOCOL Open in new Window. (18+)
Most everyone's mad here. A cyberpunk reimagining of Alice In Wonderland.
#2314762 by Jeremy Author IconMail Icon

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A Wonderous Tumble  Open in new Window. (E)
my 2024 Compendium
#2313325 by H❀pe Author IconMail Icon

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Waltzing In Wonderland Open in new Window. (13+)
A book to hold all writing for 'Wonderland.'
#2314394 by Choconut Author IconMail Icon


And for those who might be prone to ask, the answer is 'Yes!' there will be a new round eventually. *Wink*

Now, go enjoy your trip down the rabbit hole!




Thanks so very much, Anonymous, for your donation to:

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The WDC Angel Army Open in new Window. (ASR)
Dedicated to promoting positivity, encouragement, and support to the WDC community.
#1188309 by iKïyå§ama Author IconMail Icon


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Aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaah!!!!

Merit Badge in What a Character [Click For More Info] Congratulations on winning 1st Place in the May 2025 round of [Link To Item #character] !

Thank you, Judges and Writing.Com Support! *Heart*
(think I have enough now to renew my membership. Yay!)

I am truly grateful for the honor:
 
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Ashes of the Maypole Open in new Window. (18+)
When devotion turns to ashes, only vengeance remains.
#2339739 by iKïyå§ama Author IconMail Icon


And congratulations to Amethyst Angel 🌼 Author Icon and THANKFUL SONALI Magical Days! Author Icon as well!

"What A Character - May 2025 Winners" Open in new Window.

And to you dear, "The WDC Angel Army" Open in new Window. members, don't be alarmed if you are not receiving your newsletter on time.
This gal just got back from a long two days, at work, so I'll definitely try to work on it tomorrow.

*Heart*

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Kit  Author Icon
Yay, congrats, Kiya! *Heartv*
WOOO HOOOOO
Congratulations, iKïyå§ama and Amethyst Angel 🌼!! *Smile*
So happy to be here with you! *Smile*
Congratulations, that's brilliant!
So....

Squid Game 3.

Yay? *Checkg*

Nay? *Xr*

What is Squid Game? *Confused*

P.S: Yes, I have watched the whole thing, so no spoilers. Just give a brief response to your overall feelings on it.

Free squids for all answers!

And while I'm here, muchas gracias to those who paid a visit to my Beatles book and left some lovely comments.
Much appreciated! *Heart*

P.P.S: Still chances to earn the shiny here: "Note: Whooohoooo!! 3/4 of the way there! Thank..."

Now, back to the games!




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I watched the first series, like most of the rest of the UK in the 2021 lockdown! But the second series lost me, I did not get in to it at all....
I binge watched the third season... I am so shook right now.
Allan Charles 🐾 Sick 🤒 Author Icon - Good shook? Or bad shook?

I am with tears in the eyes right now, and it's because of this most surprising (big) award popping up in my inbox for:

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The Skirt Open in new Window. (13+)
The impact of a short skirt in a small conservative town.
#1052130 by iKïyå§ama Author IconMail Icon


If memory serves me right, this was my first (or second) story I posted on Writing.com.

I remember how absolutely nervous/terrified/worried I was when hitting that 'submit' button.

My audience so far had been in the fanfiction community, but daring to step out of that box and to see if the 'general-public' would appreciate my writing...well the rest as they say is history.

So, thank you! Sung'manitu Author Icon for a trip back memory lane with this honor. To Grateful Jess Author Icon for the first awardicon it received, and to every single Writing.com member - some of who are no longer with us - who helped polish the rough edges of the initial draft, to what it's become today.

Signing up to be a part of Writing.com, twenty-years ago, is a decision I have yet to regret.

*Heart*
Whooohoooo!!

3/4 of the way there!

Merit Badge in The Beatles '126 Ringo [Click For More Info] Kiya, Thanks for posting your entries for Week Three of [Link To Item #2337962] You have rocked this challenge! Rachel *^*Heartv*^*

Thank you, Choconut!

I am actually finished with my 40 stories/poems for the challenge. Huzzah!

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Why Did a Beatle Cross Abbey Road? Open in new Window. (18+)
A foray into Beatlemania via the Beatles Musical Extravaganza
#2341243 by iKïyå§ama Author IconMail Icon


So, I'm feeling mighty generous today (and I finally have comments open! Thanks, Norb! *Laugh*), and if anyone comments on at least FIVE different entries, I will send you this shiny thingy below as a token of my appreciation.

Merit Badge in Special Appreciation [Click For More Info] For not only creating Mod-O-Poly, but also for your never-ending patience getting some of us up to speed with the game! *^*Bigsmile*^*

Have a great weekend, folks!

*Heart*
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Angelica Weatherby- July 4th Author Icon - Well, I dare you to be tempted. Trust me, they are not very lengthy things to read. So hope you find the time to check them out. *Bigsmile*
Annette, you accomplish so much on WDC, you should be congratulated. So here it goes, CONGRATULATIONS
Innerlight circa 2014 Author Icon - Well, my name isn't actually Annette - or I'm guessing spellchecker corrected 'Satet' for you - but thanks all the same for the kind words! *Bigsmile*

Huh.

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The Puppet Master Open in new Window. (13+)
The joke's always been on us
#2076386 by iKïyå§ama Author IconMail Icon


Thanks for reminding me of this WakeUpAndLive~Petra's Vacay Author Icon with your excellent review.


As I sit here mulling over what to write while blaming the lack of inspiration on the heat,

a random thought just struck me...

I've actually been inside the world's tallest building!



*Shock*

Yep! This gal rode the elevator in the famous Burj Khalifa and let me tell you, if you've ever wanted to know what it feels like to ride in a space ship (or feel the loss of gravity for a few minutes) then that's the place for you!

Ah, fun times.

Anyhoo, happy Sunday, folks!



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Jellyfish Author Icon - Definitely was! Loved the light show as well (and the water fountain dance thingy). *Bigsmile*
iKïyå§ama Author Icon - it was primarily for zero gravity training for astronauts. However, this non-astronaut got to go on one of those flights as part of a familiarization program.



Sung'manitu Author Icon - yeeeeeeeeeah, not for me. *Laugh* I barely managed going through the Burj without hurling my dinner. That flight experience would have left me or whoever was next to me, dealing with some unpleasant regurgitation. *Sick*
Wow, this is turning out to be one heck of a Sunday!!

Big thanks to Jeff Author Icon for:

... About this awardicon ... Given by jeff Given to Date Awarded: June 22, 2025 and Merit Badge in Romance [Click For More Info] Congratulations on winning 1st Place in the February 2025 round of [Link To Item #bradburycontest] !

given to:

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Biding Time Open in new Window. (13+)
He's the only one who sees her for who she is. All she needs is a little more time.
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And my appreciation to Arakun the twisted raccoon Author Icon

for:

... About this awardicon ... Given by arakun Given to Date Awarded: June 22, 2025 and Merit Badge in Relationship [Click For More Info] For "The Island" First in twisted tales

given to:

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The Island Open in new Window. (13+)
A young couple desperately tries to cling to their fraying sanity and delusions.
#1059879 by iKïyå§ama Author IconMail Icon


So, if you're looking for new contests/activities to participate in, do check out:

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The Bradbury Open in new Window. (E)
If you write 52 short stories, one of them's bound to be great... right? Let's find out!
#2277001 by Jeff Author IconMail Icon

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Twisted Tales Contest Open in new Window. (13+)
A monthly contest for stories with a twist. Get 500 GPs for entering! July round open!
#1269187 by Arakun the twisted raccoon Author IconMail Icon


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Congratulations
Oh my Goooooooooooooood!

London is melting!!



What is this oddity called persistent sunshine (and hayfever bonus!)???

In other news, look who's joined the famn damily! *Delight*

Merit Badge in The Beatles '126 Paul [Click For More Info] Kiya, Week Two of [Link To Item #2337962] is complete. You have done a fantastic job with writing for all of the prompts! Rachel

BOOK
Why Did a Beatle Cross Abbey Road? Open in new Window. (18+)
A foray into Beatlemania via the Beatles Musical Extravaganza
#2341243 by iKïyå§ama Author IconMail Icon


Thank you, Rachel! *Delight*
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Jellyfish Author Icon - You are an anomaly!! *Rolling*
iKïyå§ama Author Icon - I certainly am that *Pthb*
iKïyå§ama Author Icon - ac helps and I get energy assistance because of my diabetes. That helps too.

And another one bites the dust!
Week 3 done!
(crazy what you can accomplish with a few days off...and the muse decides to co-operate)

BOOK
Why Did a Beatle Cross Abbey Road? Open in new Window. (18+)
A foray into Beatlemania via the Beatles Musical Extravaganza
#2341243 by iKïyå§ama Author IconMail Icon


P.S: Are my settings not set to receive comments/reviews?
I mean I have set it open, so either it's not showing up or you folks are too shy to read and leave a comment. *Wink*
I promise I don't bite. Hah! *Rolling*

...crud. Back to work tomorrow though. *Sob*



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To enable comments fully, make sure you book is set to "Your Blog". That should fix it...I'd forgotten to do that on the first day *Laugh*.
Fivesixer Author Icon - oh my gosh! You would think after all these years, you'd remember such a thing.*FacePalm*

Thank you, Norb! *Heart*
iKïyå§ama Author Icon - Believe me, I know the feeling! *Laugh* After all the blogs and book items I've created, you'd think I'd remember too!
I've added a new entry to my book, "The Bradbury Chronicles" Open in new Window.:
         "The Weight of Someday" Open in new Window.

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