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You’re in his dms he spiritually attacks me in my sleep to visit me in my dreams and tell me he still loves me. We are not the same

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i love cold room and lots of blanket

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Beartown State Park: A Hidden Gem

Nestled in the heart of West Virginia and not far from Lost World Caverns, Beartown State Park is a hidden gem waiting to be discovered by nature enthusiasts and hikers alike. Beartown State Park is the smallest state park in West Virginia! This enchanting park offers a unique blend of natural beauty, tranquility, and an otherworldly atmosphere that makes it a perfect destination for solo adventurers and photographers.

Beartown State Park is easily accessible by car. The park is just off Route 219, making it a convenient stop for those exploring the region. The road is a bit narrow at times so be ready to pull off if there's another car. The best time to visit this state park is during the spring and fall when the weather is mild, and the park's flora is at its most vibrant. However, each season brings its own unique charm to Beartown, making it a year-round destination.

As you step into Beartown State Park, you'll be greeted by a landscape that seems straight out of a fairytale. The park is renowned for its unique rock formations, narrow crevices, and moss-covered boulders. These geological wonders create a maze-like environment that is both fascinating and beautiful.

The park offers several trails that cater to different skill levels. The main boardwalk trail is an easy and accessible route that takes you through some of the park's most stunning scenery. Along the way, you'll encounter towering rocks, ancient trees, and the soothing sounds of nature. What really stands out to me about this park is that it has a wheelchair accessible ramp and parking, so everyone can enjoy at least a section of the boardwalk.

One of the park's highlights is the intricate network of crevices and passageways formed by large rocks. These formations are a result of the area's unique geological history and provide an otherworldly backdrop for your hike. There are many informational signs placed along the boardwalk offering facts about geology and about the local flora.

Beartown State Park is a paradise for photographers. The park's diverse landscape offers countless opportunities for capturing breathtaking shots. Here are a few tips to help you make the most of your photography experience:

Best Spots: The boardwalk trail offers numerous vantage points for photography. Look for spots where the light filters through the trees, illuminating the moss-covered rocks.

Ideal Times: Early morning and late afternoon provide the best lighting conditions. The soft, diffused light during these times enhances the park's ethereal quality.

Recommended Gear: A wide-angle lens is perfect for capturing the expansive views and intricate rock formations. A tripod can also be helpful for low-light conditions and long-exposure shots.

Beartown State Park is known for its safety and welcoming atmosphere, making it an excellent choice for female solo hikers like myself. Here are some tips to ensure a safe and enjoyable hike:

Stay on Marked Trails: The park's trails are well-marked and maintained. Stick to these paths to avoid getting lost!

Inform Someone: Let a friend or family member know your hiking plans and expected return time.

Pack Essentials: Bring enough water, snacks, and a basic first-aid kit. A map and a fully charged phone are also important.

Trust Your Instincts: If something doesn’t feel right, trust your instincts and take appropriate action.

Beartown State Park is a must-visit destination for anyone seeking to immerse themselves in nature's beauty. Its unique landscape, safe environment, and photographic opportunities make it an ideal spot for solo adventurers and photography enthusiasts. Plan your visit today and experience the magic of Beartown for yourself. Don’t forget to share your photos and stories – we’d love to hear about your adventures!

Happy hiking and happy shooting!

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In 2002, anthropologist Grover Krantz made a unique arrangement for his final resting place: donating his body to the Smithsonian, with a heartfelt condition. Krantz insisted that his cherished Irish Wolfhound, Clyde, accompany him in death. True to his wishes, when Krantz's body was put on display in 2009, Clyde stood faithfully by his side for all to see.

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https://www.anticolonialresearchlibrary.org/

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What you put into life is what you get out of it. Ok, time to study!

Pic: endofthelifee

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animal prints on roman tiles from calleva (modern day silchester)! feat.:

a young child

an adult

the hob-nailed sole of a shoe

a calf

a lamb or a kid

a chicken

a cat (?)

a dog

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obsessed with the fact that ancient romans had funeral clowns whose purpose was to make fun of the dead person by dressing up as them and being a funny little guy about it

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Skip Google for Research

As Google has worked to overtake the internet, its search algorithm has not just gotten worse.  It has been designed to prioritize advertisers and popular pages often times excluding pages and content that better matches your search terms 

As a writer in need of information for my stories, I find this unacceptable.  As a proponent of availability of information so the populace can actually educate itself, it is unforgivable.

Below is a concise list of useful research sites compiled by Edward Clark over on Facebook. I was familiar with some, but not all of these.

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Google is so powerful that it “hides” other search systems from us. We just don’t know the existence of most of them. Meanwhile, there are still a huge number of excellent searchers in the world who specialize in books, science, other smart information. Keep a list of sites you never heard of.

www.refseek.com - Academic Resource Search. More than a billion sources: encyclopedia, monographies, magazines.

www.worldcat.org - a search for the contents of 20 thousand worldwide libraries. Find out where lies the nearest rare book you need.

https://link.springer.com - access to more than 10 million scientific documents: books, articles, research protocols.

www.bioline.org.br is a library of scientific bioscience journals published in developing countries.

http://repec.org - volunteers from 102 countries have collected almost 4 million publications on economics and related science.

www.science.gov is an American state search engine on 2200+ scientific sites. More than 200 million articles are indexed.

www.pdfdrive.com is the largest website for free download of books in PDF format. Claiming over 225 million names.

www.base-search.net is one of the most powerful researches on academic studies texts. More than 100 million scientific documents, 70% of them are free

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Desktop wallpapers for September 🍂

by gemm archives

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here’s the thing okay

pierced ears were considered taboo for most white American women roughly from 1920 to 1960

but they were totally okay and widespread among that demographic for centuries before the shift

so if you’re a mom in like 1930 and you’re trying to explain to Little Susie that ear-piercing is only for Harlots and/or Barbaric Foreigners, how do you handle the fact that there is a non-zero chance her grandmother has pierced ears?

I simply cannot believe that EVERY SINGLE LATE VICTWARDIAN W.A.S.P. WOMAN stopped wearing earrings and let her holes close later in life

this question keeps me up at night

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i can not and i mean i can not stress this enough… make a bibliography as you do your research. i mean, make a fully formed, correctly cited bibliography as you work. just do it. i know i know you’re being lazy or you hate making citations or you’ll just get to it later or you don’t want to get distracted etc etc etc

whatever your reasons just make the fuckin bibliography

and while im at it… put the footnotes in properly as you are writing. just… do it. for future you. please. for your sanity. do it.

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I've spent a life chasing stories to tell when I'm old

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13-05-22

how to read more often (the guide for busy people)

if you really want to read more often, but you just don't have the time, don't worry! check out my blog to find out how you can read more often, even when you don't have time :)

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Anglo-Saxon Bone Carving, The British Museum, London

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Real undersea Roman ruins at Baia Archeological Park.

Damien Hirst

Jason deCaires Taylor

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You guys know I’m a sucker for cave-dwelling crustaceans. I just found out about the Madison Cave isopod, a blind and translucent aquatic isopod native to caves in a 200 mile range between Virginia and West Virginia. They are so fucking tiny and so cute and strange and mysterious.