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Entrainment: Among the Cloud Dwellers and the Bridge Across Times

Entrainment: Among the Cloud Dwellers and the Bridge Across Times

Giuliana was born in Siena, Italy. At the age of 4 her father gave her a box of markers. She immediately began to doodle stories on the house walls. After a few weeks of repainting they finally gave her paper as well. She has not stopped writing since. She calls home Whidbey Island where she settled in 2001, after globetrotting and teaching Italian in exotic places as far as Japan. She holds a Classic Italian Literature and Philosophy degree with a minor in English still laced with a Chianti-infused accent. She speaks fluent Spanish, has forgotten most of her French and holds tightly to her Japanese, mostly by eating sushi every chance she gets. She shares a yellow cottage on the island with her husband, 2 children and 2 cats, a vegetable garden and a fig tree named Federico. Every residual free minute of her life is spent working on Book Three. www.giulianasica.com In this compelling and hauntingly vivid novel, Porzia Amard, an epicurean globetrotter, has left her French-Italian roots and her beloved wine-making family behind in Tuscany to pursue her journalistic studies in the USA, eventually settling in Florida; Pensacola, to be exact, where hurricanes abound. And it is on the forceful tail end of one such hurricane that her life suddenly takes a mystical turn and the story begins. When she unexpectedly inherits the legacy of unusual powers at her beloved grandmother’s deathbed, she embarks on an unforgettable journey of self-discovery. From the winding hills of Tuscany to the perilous landscape of South Australia and salt-scented beaches of western Florida, Porzia abandons the straightforward path after a past life regression introduces a distant soul mate, revealing a love so intense it has resisted the tarnishing of time. Porzia loves food, but would rather eat than cook. Her minimalistic choices of friends give us an insight on her aberration for large crowds while her selective palate, often used in her mouthwatering culinary and gem-wine-searching escapades tell us she won’t compromise. Stubborn, beautiful yet goofy she doesn’t believe herself capable of accepting the legacy of powers her paternal grandmother has bestowed upon her. Her colorful, yet genuinely blunt comments give us vivid description of her morals, ethics, dreams and hopes and make her irresistible to the eyes of one special man. Narrated in vibrant prose, infused with mouthwatering aromas of delicious recipes paired with inebriating wines Porzia’s life intertwines with mystical characters. She finds herself embroiled in a world of esoteric secrets and swept in a heated passion with famed off-road racer Gabe Miller. This unique and extraordinary novel is an irresistible recipe for lovers of romance, wine, and the mystical realm. This book promises freedom from earthly boundaries; it blurs the lines between safety and the unconventional; between love and fear, between us and the gods.
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Bridge of Solitude

Bridge of Solitude

Margaret Laurence is a smart and witty girl with a sharp tongue, cheerful personality and stubborn attitude. She is kind, friendly and is not afraid of getting into troubles or creating them. She doesn’t back down from a challenge and never lost a fight, regardless if it’s verbal, mental or physical. But that was all in the past. Somewhere along the line, she lost that spark in her and became a regular average girl. She convinced herself to stay quiet, move on with her life and not bother about unnecessary things. That’s the Margaret Laurence of Golden Dawn University today. An unexpected friendship with the silent, sleepy and the infamous, Arthur Bridge added bit of color to her otherwise mundane life. But just when things seem to fall in place, Arthur is falsely accused, and Margaret is forced to confront many things she chose to ignore. But she didn’t wish to sit aside anymore. She is intent on proving Arthur’s innocence, even if it meant going against the whole university. As the spark inside her is once again reignited, Margaret is not afraid of stirring up a whole lot of troubles and pissing off many more people who are not to be messed with. Read on as Margaret teaches harsh lessons to students and teachers alike; while using her brilliance to outsmart her opponents, play mind games with the biggest masterminds and scheme against the sly old foxed. Old conspiracies are solved and hidden plots are exposed. And all the while she helps create seven mysteries of the university along with a few bored old men. Follow Margaret’s adventures as she shakes the century old university to its foundations with all sorts of disturbances.
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THE BRIDGE BETWEEN REALMS.

THE BRIDGE BETWEEN REALMS.

Ever since she opened her eye to the world, she had been given one rule she must live by, which is to be perfect, without a single flaw and if she does not keep to this rule, she would face dire consequences. Genevieve the rightful heiress to Phantasia Inc. one of the biggest and globally dominating companies in the world has been forced to live by this rule since birth but what happens when she meets the mysterious and cold-hearted Dane and they become rivals? ...... "What is love?". He asked with phlegmatic modulation and aspect as he glanced away from me. I couldn't answer his question immediately because I never expect such a question from him. " Love is a strong feeling of genuine affection which makes one value another person's interest and wellbeing as a top priority over their own regardless of circumstance". I replied when I finally regained my composure. "Where does it come from?". " It...it comes from the brain but it will always remain a matter of the heart". I replied almost hesitantly. Unexpectedly he turned toward me, staring straight into my eye, still with an emotionless profile. "If I choose to open your head or heart in search of this love...... would I find it". He inquired boldly. I felt the chills run down my spine, for a moment I was frightened and I couldn't breathe, I held my breath, it was until he gazed away from me that I could finally exhale. l thought of taking his words for humor to put me at ease but I couldn't shake off the lethal feeling I got from his voice and overall aspect he was never the kind of person to smile, to say he was joking would be crazy. " Love is an emotion just like pain and hate it can't be seen". There was silence between us for a while until he broke the silence. "Something that can't be seen or grasped physically does not exist.........if one has lived long enough they'll realize that just like pain and hate, love is a deception people have to fill up their vanity because in the end that is all they can ever do".
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BRIDGE STONE

BRIDGE STONE

The kingdom of Abel is one of the most prosperous country in the Enchanted World ... Their king is a respected successful man in the whole country leading thousands of wars into a pride. He marries a very beautiful young maiden out of love and trust. The maiden become the kingdom's most precious treasure as the Queen of Abel being the main figure for all women in the country. In the year of 2000 The Kingdom's princess is born as the heir and involuntary become the most beloved princess in the kingdom of Abel. It is a peaceful and harmonious moment for the kingdom. _______________________________________________________________ One day , the king leave his wife and daughter for a war between Abel and Elmer at a far away land . The queen beg for her husband to not go as she predicted that something will go wrong... Unfortunately , the prediction was right and the king died in the war ... at the same time the castle is in chaos . Assassins invade the castle and kill all the royal guards and the royal family . Even after everything are destroyed , the princess manage to survive! Her personal butler escape the palace bringing her out of the castle. They live outside of the kingom and are living a happy live .......... soooo ..... happily ever after? or there is some secret that did not unraveled yet... will the princess never know the secret behind her power ... or will she? -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Read to find out what actually happen!!
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clay clay teapot
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2025-01-08 14:13
The twisted clay teapot was a decorative teapot made of two or more different colors of purple clay. The mud twisting process was to stack and embed different colored purple sand mud strips according to the design requirements, then cut them into multi-colored mud pieces, and then knead and pat them according to the teapot making procedure to finally make the purple sand teapot. This kind of craft formed irregular lines with strong contrast on the purple sand teapot body, which perfectly showed the author's decorative intention, fully displaying the simplicity and elegance of the purple sand and the aesthetic taste of the Chinese people. The traditional methods of mud grinding included embedding, wrapping, penetrating, layering, and so on. The twisted clay teapot had a rich and varied texture, such as flying clouds, colorful clouds, etc., giving people a strong visual impact like a dream, which was very aesthetic.
The benefits of the clay clay teapot
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2024-12-26 01:44
There were several advantages of the mud grinding process in the production of the purple clay teapot. First of all, the mud grinding process could improve the smoothness and malleability of the mud strips, allowing the various components of the raw materials to be evenly mixed to form fine and tough mud strips, which was convenient for subsequent processes such as drawing and molding. Secondly, during the mud grinding process, the uniform mixing of the mud could make the mud compact, thus ensuring the firmness of the pot body and avoiding cracking and distortion of the finished product. In addition, the mud grinding process could also improve the air tightness of the purple clay teapot, ensuring that the teapot body was tight and seamless, achieving the key step of good air tightness. The mud grinding process not only gave the purple clay teapot a unique artistic charm, but also increased the value and ornamental value of the purple clay teapot. In general, the twisted clay teapot had the advantages of smoothness, malleability, firmness, and air tightness, making every teapot a piece of art.
What is a clay clay teapot?
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2024-12-22 11:07
The twisted clay teapot was a decorative teapot made of two or more different colors of purple clay. The mud twisting process was to stack and embed different colored purple sand mud strips according to the design requirements, then cut them into multi-colored mud pieces, and then knead and pat them according to the teapot making procedure to finally make the purple sand teapot. This kind of craft formed irregular lines with strong contrast on the purple sand teapot body, which perfectly showed the author's decorative intention, fully displaying the simplicity and elegance of the purple sand and the aesthetic taste of the Chinese people. The traditional methods of mud grinding included embedding, wrapping, penetrating, layering, and so on. The twisted clay teapot had a rich and varied texture, such as flying clouds, colorful clouds, etc., giving people a strong visual impact like a dream, which was very aesthetic.
What kind of clay is the best for the purple clay pot?
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2025-01-08 22:38
There was no clear answer to the best clay in the purple clay teapot. Different clay materials had their own characteristics and advantages. Purple clay was one of the most common clay materials. It had good breathability and heat resistance, and was suitable for making various types of purple clay pots. Red mud and green mud were also common mud materials. They were suitable for brewing tea leaves with a lighter fragrance and making special purple clay pots. Mud materials such as bottom groove green and Benshan green were paid attention to because of their fine texture and patina effect. Each clay had its own unique charm, complementing each other and enriching the possibilities of the purple clay teapot. Therefore, when choosing the mud, it was necessary to choose according to personal needs and preferences, and pay attention to the stability of the mud. In addition, the production process and technique were also important factors that affected the quality and effect of the pot.
What kind of tea is suitable for the clay clay teapot?
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2024-12-25 23:45
The clay clay teapot was suitable for brewing green tea, Tieguanyin tea, oolong tea, black tea, cooked tea, and aged tea. Green tea was suitable to be brewed in a clay clay teapot because the clay clay teapot was light and suitable for brewing green tea. Tieguanyin tea could be brewed using a high body tube (such as a well column) of a clay teapot, while raw oolong tea was suitable for the light roasted oolong tea series. Black tea leaves were also suitable to use the purple clay teapot because the purple clay was loose and could absorb the bad taste of black tea leaves. At the same time, the high pot shape also had the effect of stifling bubbles. Cooked Pu 'er tea was also suitable for using the clay clay teapot, but it was necessary to pay attention to the fact that the color of the tea was too strong, which might cause the clay to spit out black. Finally, the aged tea was suitable to use the clay clay teapot, which was light yellow in color and could restore the inner content and original taste of the aged tea.
Is Da Hong Pao clay better or Zhu clay better?
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2024-12-24 15:12
Da Hong Pao clay and Zhu clay were both commonly used clay materials in the production of purple clay pots. They each had their own characteristics. Da Hong Pao clay and Zhu clay were different in terms of color, texture, and quality of tea. The color of the Da Hong Pao clay was deep red and bright. After the pot was fired, it had the characteristics of ruddy. The quality of the tea was better, and it could better absorb the fragrance and taste of the tea. The color of the vermilion clay was reddish with a hint of yellow. After burning, the pot had an orange-red hue, and the color of the tea was darker. In addition, the texture of the Da Hong Pao clay was fine and smooth, and it felt solid and heavy. On the other hand, the surface of the Vermilion Clay might have slight wrinkles and contraction marks. Overall, Da Hong Pao clay was better in terms of color, texture, and tea quality.
What is bleachers clay?
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2025-01-14 18:21
The bleachers 'clay was a fine, naturally produced, high-absorption earth-like substance that had the ability to absorb impurities or colored substances from fats, fats, or oil. It was also known as activated clay, activated concave clay, activated clay. The main raw material of the bleachers 'clay was a high-quality natural non-metallic ore, called attachite clay. It was refined by a special processing technique, and its appearance was grayish white or light yellow powder. The bleachers 'clay had a wide range of color removal properties and absorption power, and it had a strong absorption ability for colors and impurities. It has strong stability, convenience, and safety in application, and does not need to change the original production process of the production enterprise. The white clay was commonly used to whiteness paper, flour, and other items.
What is bleachers 'clay?
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2024-12-26 13:04
The bleachers 'clay was a fine, naturally produced, high-absorption earth-like substance that had the ability to absorb impurities or colored substances from fats, fats, or oil. It was also known as activated clay, activated concave clay, activated clay. The main raw material of the bleachers 'clay was a high-quality natural non-metallic ore, called attachite clay. It was refined by a special processing technique, and its appearance was grayish white or light yellow powder. The bleachers 'clay had a wide range of color removal properties and absorption power, and it had a strong absorption ability for colors and impurities. It has strong stability, convenience, and safety in application, and does not need to change the original production process of the production enterprise. The white clay was commonly used to whiteness paper, flour, and other items.
Is 'The Clay Marble' a novel?
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2024-10-07 05:44
Definitely. 'The Clay Marble' is indeed a novel that offers an engaging reading experience with its plot and literary elements.
Imitating Zhaozhou Bridge and Huizhou Bridge
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2024-09-19 23:36
Huizhou Bridge, also known as Hui 'an Bridge, was a bluestone arch bridge with a long history. It was located in Gangkou Town, Huidong County, Huizhou City, Guangdong Province. The bridge was built during the Wanli period of the Ming Dynasty. It was one of the outstanding representatives of ancient Chinese bridge architecture and one of the landmark buildings of Huizhou City. The Huizhou Bridge was made of bluestone, and the pier and the entire bridge were carved with bluestone in various exquisite shapes. The bluestone carvings on the pier were not only lifelike but also exquisitely carved, showing the essence of ancient carving art. The bluestone patterns on the bridge were vivid and lifelike, symbolizing the tenacity and indomitable spirit of life. The architectural style of Huizhou Bridge was unique and in line with the traditional style of ancient Chinese bridge architecture. The pier and the upper structure of the bridge used the architectural style of the Ming and Qing Dynasties, while the lower structure used the traditional stone arch bridge structure, making the entire bridge look beautiful and strong. There were beautiful gardens and a long history and culture around Huizhou Bridge. There were exquisite pavilions, ponds, and lakes in the garden. It was a good place for people to relax and entertain themselves. The rich historical and cultural atmosphere, with a large number of historical relics and historical sites, let people feel the charm of ancient Chinese history and culture. Huizhou Bridge was a bridge building with a long history, exquisite architecture and profound culture. Its construction not only showed the essence of ancient architectural art, but also an important representative of Huizhou's history and culture. We should cherish and protect the cultural heritage of this city so that it can continue to make greater contributions to the development and prosperity of mankind.
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