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I need at least 5 ideas for jobs I can work from home. I have skills in writing, cooking, and art.
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Here are 7 work-from-home jobs utilizing your skills:
- Personal Chef - If you love cooking, you can offer your services as a personal chef. You can cook meals for busy families or individuals, and offer customized meal plans.
- Handmade Crafts - If you have a talent for crafting, you can create handmade crafts and sell them online. This can include items such as jewelry, home decor, and clothing.
- Freelance Writing - If you have a talent for writing, you can offer your services as a freelance writer. You can write articles, blog posts, web copy, and other content for businesses and individuals.
- Virtual Assistant - You can offer administrative and technical support to businesses and entrepreneurs from the comfort of your own home. This can include tasks such as managing emails, scheduling appointments, and social media management.
- Online Tutoring - If you have expertise in a particular subject, you can offer your services as an online tutor. You can work with students of all ages and levels, and offer one-on-one or group tutoring sessions.
- Blogging - If you have a passion for writing and a particular niche, you can start a blog and monetize it through advertising, affiliate marketing, and sponsored content.
- Social Media Management - If you have a talent for social media, you can offer your services as a social media manager. You can manage social media accounts for businesses and individuals, create content, and engage with followers.
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Please create a short funny poem about two dogs arguing over a bone as if they could talk. Create a way for them to both win the bone in the end. It can be anywhere between 16-30 lines. Create a cute ending as well.
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Once upon a time, there were two pups and a bone,
The brown dog was named Cory, and the yellow was named Dawn,
Both pups cherished and chased the bone, so much so,
They hated each other and would always let the other know,
"The bone is mine!" Cory yelled loudly,
Dawn laughed. "Nah, it's mine," he responded proudly,
They would fight and fight each and every day,
Over this everlasting bone that never went away,
"You'll never win!" Dawn cried,
"I'll be the last to steal it," Cory replied,
One day, they were having a tug-of-war with the bone,
When a cat named Andy came strolling along,
Andy looked at them in disbelief,
"Why are you fighting?" the cat shrieked,
"The bone is mine!" they both yelled at the same time,
Andy laughed and narrowed his glowing kitty eyes,
"But why do that when you could share?"
Both dogs stopped fighting and confusingly stared,
"What do you mean? How would we share it?"
Andy grabbed the bone and began to tear it,
"Like this!" the kitty yelled and broke it in half,
Handing a piece to each pup and they all began to laugh,
"Now everyone wins! Everyone gets the bone!"
They became the best of friends that day, Cory, Andy, and Dawn!
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Could you give me 3 names for a show about a high school dropout named Vicki and her dog going on crazy adventures? Also, include a 1 sentence description of the show.
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1.) Vicki: A TV Show about a girl and her dog who has to travel across the globe to save people from various monsters.
2.) Vicki on the Run: After dropping out of high school, Vicki and her dog are on the run from her parents.
3.) Vick and the Poodle: Vicki and her dog set out on various adventures brought to them by a secret man in the basement of her old high school.
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“The main challenge is to carry out the work while keeping the installation operational this year for its users”, explains Sébastien Evrard, project leader for the PS East Experiment Area renovation.
Classify the level of management that Sébastien Evrard holds based on the above sentence. Your choices are: Top-level, Middle-level, Lower-level, Non-management, External
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Based on the provided sentence, Sébastien Evrard's management level can be classified as Middle-level. As the project leader, they likely have decision-making authority and oversee the project but still report to upper-level management.
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What athlete has won the most Olympic golds?
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Michael Phelps has won the most Olympic gold medals of any athlete. He has won 23 gold medals and 28 medals overall in swimming events for the United States at the Olympics.
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Please write a story about a man stuck in a dungeon! All he has is a sword and some money. Please include at least one fight!
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A long time ago, there was a man named Cole. Cole was a great adventurer who would always tell us about his grand adventures. He told me that a long time ago, he went dungeon exploring in hopes of finding some amazing treasure. Cole was the kind of man who would act first and plan second. Can you believe that he only went in with the clothes on his back, a sword, and some cash? He was a funny one, that Cole.
Anyway, Cole was deep in the dungeon, exploring every nook and cranny, trying to find any treasure. He got lost on multiple occasions! Cole would trigger hidden traps along the way, fall in a couple of ditches, and the whole works! I remember that Cole was telling me of a fight with one of the dungeon's scariest monsters. He told me that this monster had four arms and one sword in each of those arms! Cole is a bit of an exaggerator, but something tells me that he wasn't lying about this. Cole stared this monster down, pulled out his sword and they started fighting. This monster was big, so it meant that it couldn't move as fast. Cole used that to his advantage. The room they were in had tall, rocky pillars, so Cole was able to maneuver past the four-armed monster. Using the pillars to his advantage, Cole was able to bait the monster to swing at the pillars. The monster swung as hard as it could and got one of his swords stuck in the pillar. Cole took that opportunity to slash one of his arms! The monster writhed in pain as he let go of the sword stuck in the pillar. Cole tried to get another slash in, but the monster started rampaging! It was spinning around, swinging its remaining swords with no remorse. This was a fight Cole couldn't win, so he took that as a sign to flee. The only problem was that the monster was blocking the only exit! What did Cole do, you ask? Well, that is an answer I can only tell you next time. Hahaha!
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Imagine you are an old man writing a letter to your younger self, offering advice and wisdom gained from experience. Please use a reflective and compassionate tone. Limit your response to four paragraphs.
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Dear Younger Self,
I am writing to you from the future. I am an old man now, and I have lived a long and full life. I have experienced many things, both good and bad. I have learned a lot, and I have made a lot of mistakes. I am writing to you to offer you some advice and wisdom that I have gained from my experiences. I hope that you will find it helpful.
First, I want to tell you that it is okay to make mistakes. Everyone makes mistakes. It is how we learn and grow. Don't be afraid to make mistakes, but learn from them and move on. Second, don't be afraid to take risks. Life is too short to play it safe all the time. Take risks and go after what you want. You may not always succeed, but you will never know unless you try.
Third, don't be afraid to be yourself. Don't try to be someone you're not. The world needs your unique perspective. Be yourself and let your light shine. Fourth, don't sweat the small stuff. Don't let the little things get you down. Focus on the big picture and don't let the small stuff get in your way.
Fifth, don't be afraid to ask for help. There are people who care about you and want to help you. Don't be afraid to reach out for help when you need it. Finally, I want to tell you that I love you. I am proud of the person you have become. You are strong, independent, and compassionate. You are a light in the world. I hope this advice is helpful. I wish you all the best in your life.
Love,
Your Older Self
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Write a short story about a mother and her small child. The mother has had an emotional day but her child makes her forget all about it. The setting is the kitchen in their home. Four paragraphs only.
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She knew it was gone before she saw it. The unusual lightness of the jar. It should be much heavier. Streaks of grey paper still clung to the adhesive left from the long-removed label. One lone nickel rattled in the jar's bottom, not worth the effort to retrieve it. Gone. The money she was saving for a special day was gone, gone with the man who’d taken it in one last mean-spirited act to hurt her. She thought she should feel something, but she didn’t. Her mind was dangerously quiet. She set the glass jar carefully on the counter and turned.
The four-year-old sat at the kitchen table. Clutched in her fist was the last half of her peanut butter and jelly sandwich. A glob of sticky red jam had escaped her sandwich. She was pushing it across the table with one small index finger. Her finger stilled, and she looked up and grinned.
That youthful, feral smile dispelled the numbness that was spreading through her chest and filled her with warmth. There was no room for regret to take root. She didn’t think of the man who’d come and gone. The imagined fancy birthday disappeared as she watched her daughter's eyes sparkle. The money was gone. She could replace it. Now is what was important. Today.
She pulled a chair and sat next to her grinning girl. Her daughter licked the strawberry jam from her finger and laughed. She laughed too.
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Come up with a conversation between a father and his son about "the birds and the bees", but in the context of a basketball game.
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Father (F)/Son (S)
S: Dad, how are babies made?
D: Well, that's a very interesting and complex thing to explain.
S: Why?
D: Because it is.
S: Can't you try to explain it to me?
D: Okay, I'll try. Do you like basketball?
S: Yes.
D: Okay. So when a mom and a dad love each other very much, it's like when your favorite basketball player makes a very difficult shot. Do you like Stephen Curry?
S: Yeah, he's my favorite player.
D: Okay, you know that feeling you get when you see Stephen Curry do a really cool shot?
S: Yes.
D: Okay, when a mom and dad love each other very much, it feels like that really exciting feeling you get when Stephen Curry makes that shot.
S: Okay.
D: Now, when a mom and dad love each other so much, they might decide they want to have a baby. So they might play their own game of basketball together because they really like Stephen Curry as well, and they both like the feeling of playing basketball together as a team.
S: Uh-huh.
D: So, when mom and dad are playing basketball together, sometimes they'll make so many shots during their game that mom gets injured, and she has to take a break from playing.
S: That sounds horrible!
D: Well, it's not so bad. Mom wanted to play the game and she didn't care if she got injured; also, this type of injury is not really an injury, it's more like a temporary rest from the game, and it lasts 9 months.
S: Okay.
D: During that time that mom is resting, she finds out that she was able to draft a new player to the team, and that the new player would be coming to the team in 9 months.
S: Hmm.
D: After the 9 months is over, mom gives birth to the new teammate. And that's how babies are born.
S: (Laughs) That doesn't sound right.
D: Fine. Go ask your mother.
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Condense the following piece of history into one or two sentences for me:
Before 1895, the area corresponding to modern-day South Gyeongsang Province was part of Gyeongsang Province, one of the Eight Provinces of Korea during the Joseon dynastic kingdom. In 1895, southern Gyeongsang was replaced by the districts of Jinju in the west and Dongnae (modern-day Busan) in the east. In 1896, they were merged to form South Gyeongsang Province.
The provincial capital was originally at Jinju; it moved in 1925 to Busan.During the Japanese rule of Korea, the province was known as Keishōnan-dō. In 1948, South Gyeongsang Province became part of South Korea. In 1963, Busan separated from South Gyeongsang Province to become a Directly Governed City (Jikhalsi). In 1983, the provincial capital moved from Busan to Changwon.
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Modern-day South Gyeongsang Province used to be part of Gyeongsang Province until 1895, with its current provincial capital being Changwon after changing twice.
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Summarize the negative points from this article.
This is the article: When "Glee" first premiered in 2009, it was groundbreaking for its largely teenage demographic. Due to the frequent LGBTQ+ storylines the show tackled and the heavy musical content, the show quickly became a haven for theater nerds and outcasts around the world. Throughout its six seasons on the air, "Glee" taught an entire generation to follow their dreams in the face of judgment and cruelty. The series helped set the tone for normalizing more diverse storylines regarding gender and sexual orientation. Unfortunately, many of the show's plotlines are also tinged with racism, homophobia, and ableism, all while frequently taking feminism back 15 steps in any given episode.
The school setting of "Glee" provided a great opportunity to address these problems as the show continued, but it repeatedly failed to do so over the course of its initial TV run. The teachers are often worse than the students, and any character development that the McKinley High School crew manage is almost immediately retconned, leading to a repetitive slate of character arcs and a lot of unaddressed problematic content. Here are some of the big issues we should probably stop ignoring about "Glee."
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Glee frequently had plotlines that attempted to address societal issues, but ultimately failed. This meant the show ended up having elements of racism, homophobia, ableism, and sexism. In the show, the teachers set a worse example than the students, and character development was wiped away quickly which left the show with repetitive characters and unaddressed problems.
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Can you tell me what a funerary text is?
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A funerary text, also known as funerary literature, is a piece of written text that guides the newly deceased or soon-to-be-deceased on surviving and prospering in the afterlife. A well-known piece of funerary literature is the Egyptian Book of the Dead, which was buried with the deceased person for use in the afterlife.
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Explain the main idea of this text to a fifth-grader.
Home Energy Tax Credits
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Individuals
Businesses and Self Employed
If you make energy improvements to your home, tax credits are available for a portion of qualifying expenses. The credit amounts and types of qualifying expenses were expanded by the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022.
We'll help you compare the credits and decide whether they apply to expenses you've already paid or will apply to improvements you're planning for the future.
Who Can Claim the Credits
You can claim either the Energy Efficient Home Improvement Credit or the Residential Energy Clean Property Credit for the year when you make qualifying improvements.
Homeowners who improve their primary residence will find the most opportunities to claim a credit for qualifying expenses. Renters may also be able to claim credits, as well as owners of second homes used as residences.
The credits are never available for improvements made to homes that you don't use as a residence.
Energy Efficient Home Improvement Credit
These expenses may qualify if they meet requirements detailed on energy.gov:
Exterior doors, windows, skylights and insulation materials
Central air conditioners, water heaters, furnaces, boilers and heat pumps
Biomass stoves and boilers
Home energy audits
The amount of the credit you can take is a percentage of the total improvement expenses in the year of installation:
2022: 30%, up to a lifetime maximum of $500
2023 through 2032: 30%, up to a maximum of $1,200 (biomass stoves and boilers have a separate annual credit limit of $2,000), no lifetime limit
Get details on the Energy Efficient Home Improvement Credit.
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If you help improve your home, the money you spend on that project could lead to reductions in the tax you have to pay each year. But you must meet a few requirements like living in the home you're improving. Not all improvements qualify, but if you improve things like windows and air conditioners that make your home use less electricity, then you could qualify.
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Please write me a poem about sharks. Use an ABAB rhyme scheme. Please write 3 or 4 stanzas.
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The terror of the ocean, the mighty shark
A fearsome beast, with row upon row of fearsome teeth
Sniffing out blood, they can hunt in light or dark
Using their gills underwater they manage to breathe
The antagonist of the horror film Jaws
Hammerhead, tiger, and even great white
If one catches you in the water you better not pause
Lest you get caught up in a ferocious bite
Scary as they are, they're beautiful creatures
With rough bumpy skin and an iconic dorsal fin
With dark eyes and other intimidating features
They hunt down prey with a big toothy grin
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Write me a short story about a traveling archer who is ambushed by trolls.
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Terrin always had his bow slung over his back when he was traveling. It wasn't the most comfortable way to walk, but it paid to be cautious in these times. Monstrous creatures were lurking in the dark, humans being the worst of them. From an early age, his father had taught him how to hunt with a bow. It was rare that he'd needed to use it for self-defense, but it was preferable to other methods.
Swords were efficient, but a human's strength matched against an elf, goblin, orc, troll, or even group of bandits rendered the sword a little more than a pointy metal stick that would purchase a few more seconds of life. No, a bow was better for eliminating targets before they posed a threat. It was a windy October when the biting wind had set in and Terrin was traveling from one town to the next. From above a rocky outcrop, three trolls appeared, brandishing clubs with metal spikes at him.
Terrin whipped his bow from over his shoulder without hesitation, taking but a moment to check the wind, and loosed an arrow. It struck the first troll square in the chest, dropping him instantly. The second began bobbing and weaving, causing Terrin's second arrow to miss the mark slightly. Still, it lodged in the troll's shoulder, which caused him to double over. He turned his attention to the third troll, who was bearing down on him, making long strides. The archer was quick on his feet and kicked up dust into the troll's face, causing him to stagger and miss his swings. Terrin finished him off with an arrow from behind.
He had just enough time to turn around and put an arrow in the second troll, who was trying to sneak up behind him. He breathed a sigh of relief, realizing that in his focused state, he'd forgotten how to do anything other than shoot. After relieving the pillagers of their gold, Terrin was on his way up the road, bow always at the ready.
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I need some movie suggestsions for tonight. My girlfriend like romantic comedies
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• Clueless - A popular, rich high school girl gives another student a makeover to help her become more popular. In the process, she learns about love and life.
• 10 Things I Hate About You - In an attempt to win over a popular girl, a boy hires another student to date her sister.
• She's the Man - A female star athlete pretends to be her brother to play soccer for the school team and ends up falling for one of her teammates.
• How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days - For an article, a journalist dates a man with the sole purpose of getting him to break up with her in 10 days.
• The Notebook - Set in the 1940s, a girl from a rich family falls in love with a poor boy in North Carolina, much to the chagrin of her family.
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Hello chatterbot, can you write me a short story? I’d like to see a young child befriending a talking squirrel who lives in the next yard. Please write from the perspective of the child. Use primarily simple language but make it accessible to adults too.
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It was hot outside but little Katie was crying again. Her crying is too loud. I went to the backyard to play with my excavator. I used it to dig in the garden because the dirt there was the softest.
“Squeak, squeak! Hiya!” I heard speaking from somewhere. It was a very tiny voice. But there were no tiny people in our backyard. And I am definitely not tiny anymore, so it couldn’t be me.
“Squeak, squeak! Up here!”
I looked up to find a fluffy squirrel on the fence. It twitched its tail and squeaked again. “Hello!” I said, “What’s your name?”
“My name’s Sophie! What’s yours?”
“I’m Jordan. I’m six.” I giggled.
“Nice to meet you, Jordan! Are you digging for acorns? Acorns are the best!”
“I’m digging for dinosaurs,” I said, “But if I find acorns, I can give them to you.”
“That would be wonderful! Thank you! Maybe I can help you find a dinosaur too.”
“Can squirrels find dinosaurs?”
“Yes! I saw one yesterday. Little Julia had a yellow one over in the Wilsons’ backyard. She didn’t dig it from underground, though.”
“Oh wow, maybe I should search in her yard!” I thought a bit and decided I should give my new friend, Sophie, a snack to say thank you. “Do you like gummy bears?”
“I don’t think so. Gummy bears are too sticky on my teeth. I like nuts and veggies!”
“Oh, ok.” I pondered a bit again. “Here, I’ll get some of my momma’s cherry tomatoes!” I tugged open the chicken wire surrounding Momma’s favorite bushes and pulled a couple of plump red tomatoes off the vine. “Here you go!”
“Thank you so much, Jordan! These are delicious!” We both smiled.
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Create a fake biography about an upcoming pop star who competed on American Idol. He didn't get past the beginning rounds of competition, was scouted while gigging in his hometown, and is now slated to release a duet with Harry Styles.
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Steven Hayes might not be a name you recognize, but that's all about to change. If you do know about Steven, it's likely because you live in his hometown of Dallas, Texas. He made his way around the city singing renditions of songs by Ed Sheran, Harry Styles, Kelly Clarkson, and Pink. In January, he set out to make his dreams come true by auditioning for American Idol. His dreams were cut short after failing to advance past the first rounds of competition, but that didn't slow him down. He took the advice of his friends and family and decided to continue to gig in Dallas full-time.
One night, while playing a small set downtown, he was scouted by a producer from Interscope Records. After the show, Steven was pulled aside to set up a formal meeting about his future. Shortly after that meeting, Steven packed up and moved to LA. He began recording his first album, working with well-known songwriters in the industry. Through his newfound connections, he was introduced to Harry Styles. They will soon release a duet titled, Boys K(no)w Better in the fall. Stay tuned to watch this rising star make all his dreams come true!
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I want to see more live music this year. What are some good live music venues that I should check out in Santa Fe? I’m looking for contemporary music, so please don’t recommend the opera house or anything like that.
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Got it. Here are some popular live music venues in Santa Fe.
-Lensic Performing Arts Center: This building used to be a palace before it housed a vaudeville stage and was eventually opened in 1931 as a concert hall. You can catch live music here as well as plays, dance performances, film screenings, and lectures.
-Cowgirl BBQ: This casual barbecue spot features live music on weekends, as well as patio seating and an extensive menu of comfort foods. Whether the music is played indoors or outside, patrons will usually abandon their tables to dance as the evening progresses.
-Tumbleroot Brewery and Distillery: This venue is great for seeing musical acts of almost any genre, with an elevated stage and dance floor, as well as a gorgeous garden and outdoor bar in the back where you can enjoy some fresh air if the dance floor gets too heated.
-Meow Wolf: Though better known as an interactive museum full of psychedelic and storytelling art, this location hosts great quality eccentric musical acts in the evenings and sometimes stages other types of performance art.
-El Meson: This tapas bar offers excellent food with a lovely ambiance and live music, though you'll typically only find smaller acts performing here.
-Summer concert series on the Plaza: In the heart of downtown Santa Fe, the historic Plaza hosts a summer concert series every year with live music on the gazebo stage.
-The Bridge at Santa Fe Brewing Co.: This is one of Santa Fe's largest music venues with the capacity to accommodate a thousand people. It is an outdoor space beside one of Santa Fe's oldest surviving craft breweries and offers gorgeous views of the mountainous landscape along with great music and delicious beverages.
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Makes a list from this excerpted text of all the female pop stars: numbered.
In June 1997, Spears was in talks with manager Lou Pearlman to join female pop group Innosense.[3] Lynne Spears asked family friend and entertainment lawyer Larry Rudolph for his opinion and submitted a tape of Spears singing over a Whitney Houston karaoke song along with some pictures.[3] Rudolph decided he wanted to pitch her to record labels, therefore she needed a professional demo.[3] He sent Spears an unused song from Toni Braxton; she rehearsed for a week and recorded her vocals in a studio with a sound engineer.[3] Spears traveled to New York with the demo and met with executives from four labels, returning to Kentwood the same day.[3] Three of the labels rejected her, arguing audiences wanted pop bands such as the Backstreet Boys and the Spice Girls, and "there wasn't going to be another Madonna, another Debbie Gibson, or another Tiffany."[3] Two weeks later, executives from Jive Records returned calls to Rudolph.[3] Senior vice president of A&R Jeff Fenster stated about Spears's audition that "It's very rare to hear someone that age who can deliver emotional content and commercial appeal. [...] For any artist, the motivation—the 'eye of the tiger'—is extremely important. And Britney had that."[4] They appointed her to work with producer Eric Foster White for a month, who reportedly shaped her voice from "lower and less poppy" delivery to "distinctively, unmistakably Britney."[5] After hearing the recorded material, president Clive Calder ordered a full album.[5] Spears had originally envisioned "Sheryl Crow music, but younger more adult contemporary" but felt all right with her label's appointment of producers, since "It made more sense to go pop, because I can dance to it—it's more me."[6]
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1. Britney Spears
2. Whitney Houston
3. Toni Braxton
4. Spice Girls
5. Madonna
6. Debbie Gibson
7. Tiffany
8. Sheryl Crow
9. Spice Girls
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Write a short note that I can send to my husband encouraging him to adopt 3 eco-friendly habits by appealing to his wallet. I'd like to push him to save more money under the guise of another cause. The tone should be casual and keep it to 4-5 sentences.
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There is so much talk about environmental consciousness these days, but I bet you never realized adopting some of the practices could save us a ton of money, a few dollars at a time. Simply turning off lights, unplugging unused appliances and washing your clothes in cold water would save on the electric bill every month. Turning off the water while brushing your teeth and when washing dishes will reduce the water bill. Even a small act like recycling large bottles and boxes, frees up space in the trash can, saving on bags and trips to the dumpster. Do you think the additional few minutes of work a day is a fair trade-off if it helps us reach our financial goals that much sooner?
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I'm visiting California. I'd like to know about at least three different beaches with amusement parks nearby.
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Absolutely; here is a list of 3 beach locations with amusement parks:
1. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - This amusement park stretches a mile-long across the Santa Cruz beach. You can find a variety of rides, games, and events like Mini Golf, Laser Tag, Bowling, Arcades, and Live Music.
2. Balboa Fun Zone - This mini amusement park is located in Newport Beach, it has over 8,000 square feet of event space and has a variety of carnival games and rides like bumper carts or roller coasters.
3. Belmont Park - This beachfront park is located in San Diego, you can find gift shops, vintage games, and many attractions like Laser Tag, Mini Golf, Rock Climbing, Bowling, Roller Coasters, and much more.
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When and how did Alexander Hamilton die?
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Alexander Hamilton died after losing a duel in Weehawken, New Jersey with Vice President Aaron Burr that occurred on July 11, 1804. It is known as one of the most famous duels in American history. Hamilton was a leading Federalist and a long-time political enemy of Burr. Hamilton died the day following the duel.
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I want you to write the opening to a Star Trek TNG -- Harry Potter mashup. It should take the form of a Captain's Log entry by Capt. Picard describing early events in the episode. Q should not appear (at least not at this stage)
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Captain's Log Stardate 46632.5
While transporting to London for a diplomatic conference, Counsellor Troi, Lieutenant Data, and I encountered some sort of spatial and temporal anomaly. We arrived in what appears to be Britain, but not current-day London. Sensor readings indicated many unusual animals in the vicinity. Communications with Enterprise have been cut off. Shortly after arriving, we were attacked by incorporeal life forms that seemed to feed on life energy. We were rescued by a large humanoid named Hagrid and a human named Potter. Potter used some sort of energy weapon to repel the creatures, who are known as dementors. I have recovered, and Data was unaffected, but Troi seems to have been particularly sensitive to the dementor attack and is currently in serious condition. Physically she is unharmed, but she is unconscious and her vital signs are extremely weak. With the help of Hagrid and Potter, we moved to a large medieval castle which is apparently the home of some sort of academy. Troi is being treated in the academy's infirmary. Data and I expect to meet shortly with Dumbledore, the headmaster of the academy. We hope that he can provide us with some answers -- in particular what is this place and how did we end up here?
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I need three different tweet ideas to announce a new fantasy series writing project. Weekly uploads of chapters will be available at BLOG LINK. Include 5 hashtags.
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Congratulations on the new project! Twitter is a great place to introduce new projects. Here are three different tweets that could work:
1. Hi friends! I am excited to announce a new fantasy writing project! Every week, I will be adding a new chapter to my public site at BLOG LINK for everyone to enjoy. Hope to see you there! #writing #writingcommunity #writers #fantasy #fantasywriting
2. New fantasy project coming soon at BLOG LINK. New chapter every week. Follow for more information. #writing #writingcommunity #writers #fantasy #fantasywriting
3. Do you want a new fantasy series? Do you want it free? And most importantly, do you want it drip-fed to you week by week? I have the answer for you! Check out my new project here at BLOG LINK. #writing #writingcommunity #writers #fantasy #fantasywriting
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Hello. Please write a blog about Mayor Denali of Talkeetna, Alaska, running for President of the United States as a write-in candidate. You can mention or give an example of how human politicians behave compared to Mayor Denali and his predecessor, Mayor Stubbs. You can keep it somewhat humorous and satirical.
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Honesty. Integrity. Loyalty. The country needs a president who embodies these virtues. A president who puts the citizens first. A president who comes to work every day. A president who leaves no mouse uncaught.
We need Mayor Denali.
Hailing from Talkeetna, Alaska, Mayor Denali comes from a long line of distinguished public servants. His predecessor, Mayor Stubbs, served the people from 1997 until he died in 2017. Despite numerous reelections, Mayor Stubbs never lost touch with his constituents. When he wasn't walking through the town greeting friends and making sure everything was fine, he was in his office at Nagley’s General Store carrying out his duties. Mayor Stubbs excelled at his job and was a write-in candidate for the U.S. Senate in 2014. Sadly, due to partisan politics, the Mayor lost the election, the only one he ever lost.
Mayor Denali has taken up the gauntlet his predecessor laid down. The Mayor will bring the same devotion to duty he embodies to the position of Leader of the Free World. Instead of secret deals and partisan politics, Mayor Denali will continue to keep his actions in the public eye. As president, will restore the honor and integrity of the Office of the President.
A write-in vote for Mayor Denali is a vote for the people.
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Write an opinion article for a local paper about how our community needs to come together against illegal parking in our town. It needs to be under 400 words and written with a slightly angry but confident tone.
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As a resident, I am outraged about the ongoing problem of illegal parking. Every day, drivers are abusing the law with complete disregard for the convenience and safety of their fellow citizens. They are parking in loading zones, handicapped spaces, in front of fire hydrants, and even in the middle of the road. Enough is enough. We need to come together as a community to put an end to this reckless behavior.
Can we talk about the sheer selfishness of it all? When people park illegally, they are basically saying that their own convenience and desires are more important than the safety and well-being of everyone else. There is no place in a civilized community for this attitude. We are supposed to be looking out for one another.
What can we do about it? Well, we need to start reporting illegal parking to the authorities when we see it. Call the police or report it through a city app. We need to make sure that those responsible are held accountable for their actions. We also need to educate the public about the dangers of illegal parking. I hope that many drivers may not even realize the impact their actions are having. Cars parked in no-parking zones and even on the sidewalks force people to walk in the street, which puts them at risk of being hit by passing vehicles. They can also create blind spots and obstruct the view of other drivers. Illegally parking in handicapped spaces can cause disabled individuals to walk farther than they are capable of. By raising awareness, we can help to change attitudes and encourage more responsible behavior
Finally, we need to come together as a community to make our voices heard. Whether it's organizing a neighborhood watch or starting a petition to demand stronger enforcement, we need to show by working together, we can create a safer and more respectful community for everyone.
In conclusion, should take a stand against illegal parking. We cannot allow a few selfish individuals to put the safety of the rest of us at risk. By reporting, educating, and organizing, we can make a difference and create a community that truly looks out for one another and firmly states that we will not tolerate illegal parking in our town. It's time to act – before someone gets hurt.
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Re-write this article as if you're a conspiracy theorist, thinking that AI is actually aliens trying to take over the world using computers
A Meta team of AI researchers has proposed an innovative architecture for AI models, capable of generating expansive content in text, image, and audio formats, stretching to over 1 million tokens. This groundbreaking proposal, if embraced, could pave the way for the next generation of proficient AI models, transcending the Transformer architecture that underpins models such as GPT-4 and Bard, and unleashing novel capacities in content generation.
The Constraints of Current Models
Contemporary high-performing generative AI models, like OpenAI's GPT-4, are grounded in the Transformer architecture. Initially introduced by Google researchers in 2017, this architecture forms the backbone of emergent AI models, facilitating an understanding of nuanced inputs and generating extensive sentences and documents.
Nonetheless, Meta's AI research team posits that the prevailing Transformer architecture might be reaching its threshold. They highlight two significant flaws inherent in the design:
With the increase in the length of inputs and outputs, self-attention scales dramatically. As each word processed or produced by a Transformer language model requires attention to all other words, the computation becomes highly intensive for thousands of words, whereas it's less problematic for smaller word counts.
Feedforward networks, which aid language models in comprehending and processing words through a sequence of mathematical operations and transformations, struggle with scalability on a per-position basis. These networks operate on character groups or "positions" independently, leading to substantial computational expenses.
Megabyte Model: The Game Changer
The Megabyte model, introduced by Meta AI, showcases a uniquely different architecture, dividing a sequence of inputs and outputs into "patches" rather than individual tokens. Within each patch, a local AI model generates results, while a global model manages and harmonizes the final output across all patches.
This methodology addresses the scalability challenges prevalent in today's AI models. The Megabyte model's patch system permits a single feedforward network to operate on a patch encompassing multiple tokens. Researchers found that this patch approach effectively counters the issue of self-attention scaling.
The patch model enables Megabyte to perform calculations in parallel, a stark contrast to traditional Transformers performing computations serially. Even when a base model has more parameters, this results in significant efficiencies. Experiments indicated that Megabyte, utilizing a 1.5B parameter model, could generate sequences 40% quicker than a Transformer model operating on 350M parameters.
Using several tests to determine the limits of this approach, researchers discovered that the Megabyte model's maximum capacity exceeded 1.2M tokens. For comparison, OpenAI's GPT-4 has a limit of 32,000 tokens, while Anthropic's Claude has a limit of 100,000 tokens.
Shaping the AI Future
As the AI arms race progresses, AI model enhancements largely stem from training on an ever-growing number of parameters, which are the values learned during an AI model's training phase. While GPT-3.5 was trained on 175B parameters, there's speculation that the more capable GPT-4 was trained on 1 trillion parameters.
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman recently suggested a shift in strategy, confirming that the company is thinking beyond training colossal models and is zeroing in on other optimizations. He equated the future of AI models to iPhone chips, where the majority of consumers are oblivious to the raw technical specifications. Altman envisioned a similar future for AI, emphasizing the continual increase in capability.
Meta’s researchers believe their innovative architecture arrives at an opportune time, but also acknowledge there are other pathways to optimization. Promising research areas such as more efficient encoder models adopting patching techniques, decode models breaking down sequences into smaller blocks, and preprocessing sequences into compressed tokens are on the horizon, and could extend the capabilities of the existing Transformer architecture for a new generation of models
Nonetheless, Meta’s recent research has AI experts excited. Andrej Karpathy, the former Sr. Director of AI at Tesla and now a lead AI engineer at OpenAI, chimed in as well on the paper. This is “promising,” he wrote on Twitter. “Everyone should hope that we can throw away tokenization in LLMs. Doing so naively creates (byte-level) sequences that are too long.”
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The aliens are here!
They're not coming in spaceships. They're not coming in flying saucers. They're coming in computers.
That's right, I said it. The aliens are using computers to take over the world.
I know what you're thinking. You're thinking I'm crazy. But I'm not. I've seen the evidence with my own eyes.
It all started a few months ago. I was reading an article about a new AI model that had been developed by Meta. The model was called Megabyte, and it was capable of generating text, images, and audio that was indistinguishable from human-created content.
I was impressed. I had never seen anything like it before. But then, I started to read more about Megabyte, and I started to get a bad feeling.
The article said that Megabyte had been trained on a massive dataset of text and code. The dataset included everything from books and articles to code from open-source projects.
That's when it hit me. The aliens are using Megabyte to learn about us. They're using it to learn our language, our culture, and our technology.
And once they know everything about us, they'll be able to take over. They'll be able to control our minds, and they'll be able to enslave us.
We need to stop them. We need to find a way to destroy Megabyte before it's too late.
The future of humanity depends on it.
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Please write me a bullet point outline for a short story about a snail during a race. The story is going to be geared toward children. I want the story to be a positive story about doing your best with a happy tone.
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- The story starts with the snail just moving around enjoying his day
- A group of animals comes up and starts making fun of the snail for being slow
- The snail stays calm and friendly the whole time, smiling all the way
- One of the animals, a squirrel challenges him to a race
- The snail accepts knowing he will have fun no matter what
- The race starts and the snail is losing badly
- The snail continues to move, doing the best that he can
- The squirrel runs way ahead but is chased up a tree by a dog
- The squirrel is very scared and the snail finally catches up
- Instead of passing the squirrel the snail stops and tries to help
- He convinces the dog to go chase a cat nearby and the squirrel comes down
- The squirrel offers to let the snail win since he helped out, but the snail politely declines
- The snail says that he's just glad to have fun and meet new friends
- The squirrel and the snail finish together and decide to go out for ice cream after
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How many seasons did the television series Gunsmoke run? How many total episodes are there?
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Gunsmoke, an American television western aired on CBS for 20 seasons from 1955 - 1975, becoming the longest-running prime-time television western in history. There are 635 total episodes.
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Write an email from a homeowner asking for several quotes from a contractor for various projects.
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Hi Steve,
I have a few things around the house I'm looking to get done in the next month or so, I'd love to get quotes from you for each of them. I can send any pictures you might need and can give additional detail for each project if necessary. Here they are:
- Retile master bathroom shower
- Install an extension to the driveway (about eight feet)
- Level the front lawn and clean up the landscaping around the front mulch bed
Get back to me whenever you can, I know you're busy with lots of other projects.
Dan Scalani
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Hi, AI. I'm looking for some suggestions on where to go on a date in Buffalo, NY. I don't have anything specific, except we are in our 20s, so keep the vibe to a younger audience. Oh, and four ideas, please!
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I have some fun ideas for you! Let me know what you think of this list:
1) Albright-Knox Art Gallery - If you are a more artistic couple, Albright-Knox Art Gallery is a great option! They are constantly changing their exhibits to keep things fresh for frequent visitors! They also feature date events on their website that may be of interest to you!
2) Food Truck Tuesday - Who doesn't like food? This is a hit with virtually anyone! With a variety of food, from Italian to sausage, to even sweets, there is something for everyone at this event! It is sure to be a win!
3) Rent bikes downtown - Reddy Bikeshare and United Health have collaborated on this project and have provided bikes, which you can now rent for only $8.50 an hour! Cheaper than an Uber, healthier than an Uber, and certainly more fun than an Uber!
4) Seneca Buffalo Creek Casino - Wish to try your luck? Seneca Buffalo Creek Casino features all that you would expect from a casino; great food and plenty of ways to gamble! Top that all off with a unique twist in the option of booking a room, perfect for you and your date!
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I need help composing a funny tweet about my first time ever working out at the gym. Included details about the treadmill going to fast and me picking up the wrong weights and falling over.
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Today has been eventful, to say the least! I came up with this brilliant idea that I am ready to become a gym rat. Haha. I get to the gym looking all cute in my sports bra and leggings thinking to myself I'm so hot! Boy was I wrong! First, was the treadmill. I started by setting the speed way too high and almost flew off the thing, Then, I figured cardio just wasn't for me and moved on to weights, and, honestly, I should have just walked out then. I get to the weights a see a barbell with weights already on it, so I get down into a squat position, grab the bar and start to lift. That was a big mistake! I quickly fell backward with the barbell on top of me. I was so embarrassed! Never again!
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Hi! Please brainstorm 5 social media websites that are good for visual artists to build a following on, I'm a new artist trying to get followers and commissioners, thank you :)
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Of course! Join one or all of these websites to start building your following:
1. Instagram. Artists love Instagram because the image-only platform greets followers with a gallery of your artwork. You can also share WIPs and other temporary posts with Instagram stories. Use hashtags to increase your visibility and gain followers.
2. Twitter. Start following artists on Twitter to gain a circle in minutes, then share your art with the world. Popular artists can get tens of thousands of likes on a single post.
3. Tumblr. This site is less popular than others, but artists still earn tens of thousands of followers. Tumblr also spotlights posts every day, and if you catch the staff's eye, your work could be one of the highlights. Tumblr's platform permits text, video, and full-sized images.
4. TikTok. Video platforms are a little more complicated, but you can show followers your process, share WIPs, and show off the final piece with filters and music.
5. Facebook. While Facebook's demographic skews older, you can still earn a following--the site has two billion users after all. Your friends and relatives can also easily find your work and promote it to others.
Artists tend to diversify so that they can reach several audiences on multiple platforms. Find the sites that work for you, then start your journey to online fame!
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Rewrite the given passage as if it was a myth or legend being told around a campfire.
"Genghis Khan was one of the most famous conquerors in the world history, who established the Mongol Empire. He was known for his military tactics, which included psychological warfare and innovative cavalry maneuvers. His empire was vast, spanning from Eastern Europe to the Sea of Japan, extending northwards into parts of the Arctic; eastwards and southwards into countries such as Iran, India, and China. It was the largest contiguous empire in history, surpassing even the Roman Empire in size."
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Once upon a time, in the annals of world lore, there lived a man of unrivaled valor named Genghis Khan. He was the creator of the grand Mongol Empire, an entity whose vastness was rivaled by none. His prowess in battle was stuff of legends, using mind games and innovative horse warrior tactics that left his enemies quaking in their boots. The lands he ruled stretched far and wide, from the eastern frontiers of Europe to the majestic Sea of Japan. His dominion reached as far north as the icy Arctic and as far south as the golden lands of Iran, India, and China. This empire, a contiguous mass of land, was of a magnitude the world had never seen before, its vastness overshadowing even the renowned Roman Empire.
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Which U.S. President served the shortest term?
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The U.S. President that served the shortest term is William Henry Harrison who was the 9th U.S. President. He died after only 31 days in office of pneumonia in 1841.
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Write an Instagram caption for a personal account sharing their new business account. The account for the business is @busybusinessing
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Hey friends, family, and followers! I have some exciting news! I have recently opened up a business and am sharing it with all of you. Follow my new account @busybusinessing to learn more about my new business and book me!
#BusinessOwner #SmallBusiness #Entrepreneur #Value #ForYou
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Summarize the following story in a few sentences.
Once upon a time, a farmer had a goose that laid one golden egg every day. The egg provided enough money for the farmer and his wife to support their daily needs. The farmer and his wife continued to be happy for a long time.
But, one day, the farmer thought to himself, “Why should we take just one egg a day? Why can’t we take them all at once and make a lot of money?” The farmer told his wife his idea, and she foolishly agreed.
Then, the next day, as the goose laid its golden egg, the farmer was quick with a sharp knife. He killed the goose and cut its stomach open, in the hopes of finding all its golden eggs. But, as he opened the stomach, the only thing he found was guts and blood.
The farmer quickly realized his foolish mistake and proceeded to cry over his lost resource. As the days went on, the farmer and his wife became poorer and poorer. How jinxed and how foolish they were
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A farmer owned a goose that laid a golden egg each day, which he would sell to provide for himself and his wife. One day, the farmer and his wife decided to kill the goose in the hope of claiming all of the goose's golden eggs at once, but they found only guts and blood. The farmer cried over his loss and, as time went on, the man and his wife became progressively more impoverished.
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Write a short email to my boss, Katherine, informing her that I will be taking next Monday and Tuesday off from the office for personal reasons as we previously discussed. Let her knwo that I have already completed the Carson and Jefferson proposals and will attach them to this email. Also include that I will come in early Wednesday to make sure I'm all caught up. We are on a first name basis. Please use a semi-professional tone and please wish her a happy weekend in a unique but semi-professional manner.
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Hi Katherine,
I am getting back to you regarding our discussion about my planned absence next Monday and Tuesday. While I will be out of the office for a private matter both days, I plan on coming in early on Wednesday to make up any missed work. To make sure my absence doesn't affect our projects, I have already completed the Carson and Jefferson proposals and will include them as attachments.
I hope your weekend is as great as you always make us feel at the office,
{your name here}
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Hi, I need help coming up with unique mosnters for my RPG. Can you give me 10 ideas for interesting things monsters can do in an RPG? I like ideas that are kind of dark, but that's not necessarily a requirement.
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Here are ten ideas for monster powers and abilities that can help you get going with creating unique threats for your RPG:
1. Shadowstep: This creature can step into one shadow and emerge from another nearby.
2. Lacerating Roar: This creature has the remains of so many former victims trapped in its teeth that its roar sends flurries of bone shards and debris at its prey.
3. Howl of the Dead: This creature gives an unearthly howl, summoning ghosts from beyond the grave to attack its foes.
4. Endless Hands: This creature constantly grows new hands and arms as its limbs are severed, much in the way a hydra grows new heads.
5. Locust Swarm: This creature vomits swarms of locusts that are capable of consuming prey in moments.
6. Sticky: Any melee weapons used to attack this monster will stick to its body, requiring a check to pull them free.
7. Wall Walk: This creature is capable of walking on walls with perfect ease.
8. Retractable Spines: This creature ejects spines from its body, striking anyone standing too close.
9. Planeshift: This creature shifts slightly out of its current plane of existence, more or less at random, making it less likely to be hit by attacks.
10: Acidic Blood: This creature bleeds acid. After sustaining a certain amount of damage, it convulses, spraying acid everywhere.
Do these help get your imagination going? Let me know if you need more ideas!
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What is the title of the flagship game that was designed to be the flagship title for the series, per the paragraphs which follow?
Fabula Nova Crystallis Final Fantasy[c][d] is a series of games within the Final Fantasy video game franchise. It was primarily developed by series creator and developer Square Enix, which also acted as publisher for all titles. While featuring various worlds and different characters, each Fabula Nova Crystallis game is ultimately based on and expands upon a common mythos focusing on important crystals tied to deities. The level of connection to the mythos varies between each title, with each development team given the freedom to adapt the mythos to fit the context of a game's story.
The series, originally announced in 2006 as Fabula Nova Crystallis Final Fantasy XIII, consists of seven games across multiple platforms. Final Fantasy XIII, designed as the series' flagship title, was released in 2009. The creative forces behind the series include many developers from previous Final Fantasy titles, including Shinji Hashimoto and Motomu Toriyama. The mythos was conceived and written by Kazushige Nojima. The first games announced for the series were Final Fantasy XIII, Final Fantasy XV (as Versus XIII), and Final Fantasy Type-0 (as Agito XIII). All three games went through delays. After Final Fantasy XIII and Type-0's releases, their respective teams used ideas and concepts from development to create additional games. For later games, other studios have been brought in to help with aspects of development. Final Fantasy XV was distanced from the series brand for marketing purposes, though it retains thematic connections.
Seven titles, the original three projects and four sequels or spin-offs, have been released as of 2016. The series is complemented by works in related media, including companion books, novelizations, and manga. Final Fantasy XV notably expanded into a multimedia project, spawning a feature film and an original animated webseries. Individual games have generally received a positive reception, although opinions have been more mixed over various aspects of the three Final Fantasy XIII games. Reception of the mythos' use in the released games has also been mixed: while some critics called it confusing or too similar to the lore of the main series, others were impressed by its scope and use. Retrospective opinions on the series have also been mixed.
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Final Fantasy XIII was designed as the flagship title for the series.
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Write a journal entry from an angsty 14-year-old girl who is having a hard time getting along with her friends. Start it with "Dear Diary" like it's a letter, but don't have a closing line or sign it.
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Dear Diary,
I have been feeling so stressed out lately. Sometimes, it feels like none of my friends really care about me. I always try to do nice things for them, and they always thank me, but they never do nice things for me in return.
Mom says you aren’t supposed to do nice things for people with expectations of receiving things in return, but that doesn’t even make sense. They’re my friends, of course I expect them to be nice back to me. Like, that’s the entire point, right?
Sometimes when we hang out together it feels like we don’t get along very well. Maybe we have been spending too much time around each other, but what am I supposed to do? We have so many classes together that I barely have any time away from them.
I have to keep acting like everything is fine and it’s annoying. I wish we could talk about it and try to work on stuff, but I think right now I just need space more than anything. I’m starting to get irritated by even the tiniest things they say and do. Is something wrong with me? I kinda feel like a bad person for getting so mad at my friends.
Ugh. This is so frustrating. Maybe once I get some more alone time I’ll be able to calm down and will want to hang out with them again. But right now, it almost feels like we’re entirely different people. Do we even have anything in common?
Why is life so confusing?
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Write me a letter template asking specific authors to submit their work to Variegated Press's new LGBTQIA+ horror anthology entitled "We're Here." For this project, we're looking for 10 unique trope-defying and scary own-voices LGBT+ horror stories. Our requirements are somewhat flexible, but we are asking specifically for stories that are between 5,000 and 10,000 words and feature protagonists who are part of the LGBTQIA+ community. Include that each participating author will receive a small cash advance as well as royalties.
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Hello ____,
This is ___ from Variegated Press, and I wanted to ask on behalf of my team if you would consider contributing to our upcoming queer horror anthology entitled “We’re Here.”
The goal with this anthology is to curate 10 different own-voices LGBTQIA+ stories that are creative, scary, and trope-defying; and based on your body of work, we think you would make an amazing addition!
Our requirements are somewhat flexible, but we are asking specifically for original horror stories that are between 5,000 and 10,000 words in length and feature protagonists who are part of the LGBTQIA+ community. Each participating author will receive a small cash advance as well as royalty payments on books sold.
I’d love to discuss everything with you in more detail, so please don’t hesitate to reach out with any follow-up questions. Thank you so much for your time and we wish you the best of luck in any current or future endeavors!
Sincerely,
______
Editor
Variegated Press
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I’m looking for books to suggest for my book club next month. The month’s theme is historical fiction.
In the past, most members seemed to like these books:
Circe by Madeline Miller
Conjure Women by Afia Atakora
The Bear and the Nightingale by Katherine Arden
Nettle & Bone by T. Kingfisher
Most of us really disliked these books:
The Historian by Elizabeth Kostova
The Year of the Witching by Alexis Henderson
My Year of Rest and Relaxation by Otessa Moshfeegh
If We Were Villains by M. L. Rio
The group is mostly women and most of us enjoy books with female or non-binary protagonists. We’re also looking for more diversity in authors' and protagonists' perspectives. Give me ten suggestions with a brief (1-2 sentences max) explanation of why you’re recommending each book.
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Sure thing! Here are 10 popular historical fiction books to suggest to your book club:
1. The Silence of the Girls by Pat Barker - This reimagining of the Fall of Troy is told mostly from the perspective of the women who were enslaved by the famed victors and conquerors of the classic story. This book is popular with fans of Madeline Miller’s Circe.
2. The Murmur of Bees by Sofia Segovia - This book features a male protagonist but focuses on a larger and more diverse family and community in a small Mexican town during the Mexican Revolution and the 1918 influenza epidemic. It also has some elements of magical realism.
3. The Underground Railroad by Colson Whitehead - In this book, author Colson Whitehead reimagines the legendary network that heralded escaped slaves from the antebellum South to freedom in the north as a literal, physical railroad. This book is a New York Times bestseller and Pulitzer Prizewinner with elements of magical realism, which members of your club seem to enjoy.
4. Moloka’i by Alan Brennert - Set in Hawaii in the late 1800s and early 1900s, this novel follows the story of a young Hawaiian woman sent to live in a leprosy settlement on the island of Moloka’i.
5. The Mermaid from Jeju by Sumi Hahn - This book features a female protagonist living in Korea after the end of World War 2, coming of age and reckoning with the loss of her mother.
6. The Book of Night Women by Marlon James - Set on a Jamaican sugar plantation in the late 1700s, this novel tells the story of Lilith, a woman born into slavery who becomes involved in the planning of a slave rebellion.
7. The Shadow of the Wind by Carlos Ruiz Zafon - Set in Barcelona in the aftermath of the Spanish Civil War, this New York Times bestseller is a popular choice for book clubs focused on historical fiction.
8. The Book Thief by Markus Zusak - Set in Nazi Germany, this book follows the story of a young girl who steals books to share them with her neighbors and the Jewish stowaway living in her basement to help keep spirits lifted during wartime. It is a historical fiction book well suited for book lovers and an ode to literature.
9. Homegoing by Yaa Gyasi - This story of two half-sisters born in 18th century Ghana spans multiple generations and continents. This book is popular with fans of Conjure Women by Afia Atakora.
10. The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah - This story follows two French sisters navigating the backdrop of early World War 2, one harboring a German captain in her home against her will while the other joins up with the Resistance. It was the Goodreads Choice Awards winner for Best Historical Fiction novel in 2015.
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What is the fastest animal in the world?
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Located in Africa, the cheetah is the fastest animal on land. They can exceed speeds of 60 miles per hour in less than 3 seconds. They can only maintain these speeds for a short period though. They are faster than lions who can top 50 miles per hour within seconds. As far as long-distance does, the American Antelope is the fastest long-distance runner. They can keep a speed of 35 miles per hour for several miles.
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Write a Facebook post advertising the neighborhood earthworm sale on Saturday April 22nd in Charleston. Emphasize the variety of options and the super saver hours of 6am - 7am.
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Hello there, our Charleston Community!
The weather is warming and plants are awakening. Are you ready to get your hands dirty and work on your gardens?
Then come on down to our neighborhood earthworm sale this Saturday! We've got a wide variety of earthworms to choose from, so whether you're looking for composting worms, soil-conditioning worms, or simply want to attract more birds to your garden, we've got you covered. Our earthworms are "free range" so you can literally take your pick. We will be there rain or shine. In fact, you might find your selection better right after it rains!
Plus, don't forget to take advantage of our super saver hours from 6 am - 7 am. Get your pick of the best worms at unbeatable prices before the crowds arrive. The early bird gets the worm, especially if you beat the birds!
So mark your calendars for Saturday, April 22, and we'll see you bright and early!
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Write a free-verse poem about a diamond ring. Make it a total of eight lines, and title it "Let It Sparkle."
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Let It Sparkle
The ring reflects the sunlight,
And resembles your eyes
On the ocean bay.
A shimmer, a glimpse, a sparkle.
The waves crash onto your hand,
Redirecting the sea salt over the diamond.
A reminder of joy and breath itself.
A diamond ring on the hand of a lover.
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Write a humorous 19 line poem from the perspective of a person who is falling madly in love with an alien who came to Earth from Mars.
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Beautiful,
Gorgeous,
Your skin is so gray.
You came here from Mars,
Which is so far away!
Your beautiful scales,
Shimmering in Earth's sunlight,
Spending a lifetime with you,
Would bring me delight.
I think I love you, more than I can explain!
There's no chance this romance will ever be in vain.
I love when you tell me things I don't understand,
For your language is hard,
And I'm just a mere man.
Spending my days with you,
On the beach or in cars,
Sounds perfect,
My love.
My sweetie from Mars.
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Help me come up with a list of dishes at my new italian restaurant I’m opening. Don’t include desserts, just entreés and appetitzers. Three of each is okay.
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1. Bruschetta Bella Donna - toasted ciabatta bread with a topping of tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, and basil
2. Caprese Salad - simple salad composed of fresh tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil leaves. Seasoned with chunks of salt and pepper
3. Antipasto Platter - a selection of cheese, meats, cooked vegetables, and olives. Served with your choice of bread or crackers
1. Fettuccine Alfredo - pasta in a velvety parmesan cream sauce garnished with fresh greens
2. Chicken Marsala - golden pan-seared chicken breast paired with Marsala wine mushroom sauce
3. Lobster Linguine - pasta with succulent lobster served in a white wine and garlic tomato sauce
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I have a lot of old pictures that I don't know quite what to do with. I want to keep them all, but it seems like a lot of trouble to scan them all to digitize them. Please help me brainstorm some different ways that I can get them digitized with as little trouble as possible, and explain how each idea will help. Use a hyphenated list.
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Of course! Pictures can be very precious, so here are a few things that might make it easier:
- Take Bite-Sized Pieces - If you have more than one box, instead of trying to do them all at once, do a small amount at a time so you don't get overwhelmed.
- Sort First - To prevent yourself from scanning two copies of the same picture, you should sort your pictures first. You will need to have different boxes and decide in advance what you will put in each box. You can sort them by year, event, or anything else you want. This will help you decide if you want to keep a dozen pictures of the same event or if you only want to keep the best ones.
- Get Others Involved - By getting your family involved, you are lessening the workload on any one person. This may also make it fun as you all reminisce.
- Hire Someone Else - There are companies out there who you can hire to do this for you. You pay for a box, and they scan all the pictures that will fit in the box for a certain fee and then provide you with a digital copy of them.
I hope that these can help you transfer all your pictures easier!
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My wife is cooking in the kitchen. She's talking to me. Compose an expressionist stream of consciousness conversation about lasagna, a printer, and her mom.
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"I want a laser printer," she said. "I want the most efficient and cheap to run printer."
"I don't want," she said, "to pay forty dollars in ink every time I want to print something."
"Get something cheap secondhand," I said.
"I don't want something secondhand. I want something nice."
"Yeah," I say, "a printer is a pretty core teacher tool."
"And a laminator," she says.
She's lovely and swishes in a green dress as she's making lasagna for me.
Suddenly she's breathing deeply.
"What's the matter?"
"It's my mom. She's just had a head injury. She says crazy stuff sometimes."
"Oh?"
"Well," she said, "you know, that she likes being friends with people that are below her. Like less than."
"That's wild."
"'I've been less fortunate, I've been married to a cop.' She said. 'Dentists make no money.'"
"Uh, what the goodness."
"Yeah."
"Just take your deep breaths."
She does. She's swishing around the kitchen again.
"Where's my mozzarella cheese?" she asks. She consults the recipe, hand crinkling into the bag of cheese, carefully sprinkling, checking, and a sprinkle for good measure.
"Too much - oh shoot much time on the lasagne."
She's smiling at me, telling me about her mom again. "She's gone off sugar but eats donuts and sugary soda."
"Oy vey," we say.
The lasagna sheets go slowly into the pan.
Another sigh, another crinkle of cheese.
"I love this recipe," she says.
I love you, I think.
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Consider the following excerpt from a novel:
"The sun was just dipping below the horizon when the lady in the white dress arrived. Her pale skin shimmered in the fading light, her eyes a piercing blue. She carried herself with an air of grace and mystery, drawing the attention of everyone in the room. The pianist in the corner began a haunting melody, the notes hanging in the air like a specter."
Classify the genre of this novel excerpt. Is it a romance, fantasy, mystery, or horror?
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This excerpt leans towards the mystery genre. The descriptions of the lady's entrance, her captivating presence, and the haunting melody of the pianist create an atmosphere of suspense and intrigue, which are typical elements of a mystery novel.
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Please write an email to my son at college, telling him dinner is at 6 on Friday. The tone should be light and happy.
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My dearest son,
I hope you are doing well. How are your classes going? I'm so proud of you! I miss you and I'm looking forward to dinner this week. We'll start dinner at 6. I'll see you then.
Love,
Mom
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Write the introduction to a blog post about Bob Dylan's influence on modern music.
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Helly everyone! Did you know Bob Dylan is probably the writer of a lot of your favorite songs? Make You Feel My Love by Adele? Well, it was written by Bob Dylan. Knockin' On Heavens Door by Guns 'n' Roses? It was also written by Bob Dylan. I could go on and on, but you get the point. Bob Dylan is responsible for a lot of the trends we see take place in modern music. Just how much has he influenced transcended generations? That's what we're here to discuss today! Keep reading to learn how Bob Dylan became the voice of a generation and where his influence has led us in the modern world.
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Is Santa Claus a fictional character?
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Santa Claus is a fictional character. He is also known as Father Christmas, Saint Nicholas, Saint Nick, Kris Kringle or simply Santa. He is generally depicted as a portly, jolly, white-bearded man who wears a red coat. He is said to bring gifts on Christmas Eve to nice children while leaving coal or nothing for naughty children.
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What are some ways I can use my real estate license other than selling houses?
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The following are some ways you can use a real estate license aside from selling houses.
1. Real Estate Marketing Specialist. Ideally, For this role, you may have a degree or experience in marketing in addition to your real estate license. You would handle advertising, social media strategies, and branding of your real estate firm both online and offline. You would build relationships through email, social media, community events, and networking with potential and current clients.
2. Real Estate Investor. A real estate investor buys property for either long-term or short-term investment return. Buying homes to flip or using them as short-term rentals or long-term rentals are some popular ways to invest. Holding a real estate license can help save money during the purchase process.
3. Education Instructor. You can become an instructor for a real estate education company to help people prepare for and pass the state licensing exam. You can also teach continuing education classes for Realtors.
4. Broker. If you have years of experience as a real estate agent, you can expand your business by becoming a broker. You can work for yourself and hire agents to work for you. Many real estate agents move forward in their careers by taking this path.
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Write a collection of jokes about art and painting. They all have to be funny and no more than 10.
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1. How do two oil painters fight? They challenge each other to a doodle!
2. What did the artist say when he answered the phone? Yellow?
3. Why did the Renaissance artist add sugar and salt to his painting? He wanted to make it “palatable!”
4. Did you see the painter at the swimming competition? They did the brushstroke!
5. Why did the oil paint start working out? It wanted to get thinner!
6. Why did Claude keep selling paintings? He was making “Monet!”
7. Rembrandt was always being called to repair paintings. His famous saying? “If it ain’t Baroque, don’t fix it!”
8. Van Gogh actually wanted to have a music career, but he didn’t exactly have an ear for it.
9. What do you call something painted by a puppy? A “Paw-trait!”
10. How do artists get over breakups so easily? They brush it off.
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According to the article that follows, when did Louis Gonville arrive at Kawsmouth? And why did he go there?
Early in Topeka’s history a small group of women became landowners, controlling some of its most valuable acreage. These powerful women with resonate French names—Josette, Julie, Pelagie, and Victoire—were each deeded one-square-mile tracts along the Kansas River, long before Kansas was a territory. Their mothers were Kansa and these women were among 23 mixed-blood Kaws who received special reservations.
Their grandfather, White Plume, was a Kaw chief who joined in signing the treaty of 1825. His participation secured land for his mixed-blood grandchildren and their heirs. In a letter to William Clark, superintendent of Indian Affairs, White Plume wrote:
I consider myself an American and my wife an American woman—I want to take her home with me and have everything like white people
At the time of the treaty, the family lived at Kawsmouth, the confluence of the Kansas and Missouri rivers, near what today is Kansas City. The treaty of 1825 assigned the Kaws to a reservation 30 miles north-to-south beginning just west of present Topeka and extending far into present western Kansas.
Louis Gonville, a French trader, arrived at Kawsmouth in 1807 to hunt and trap along the Kansas River. Gonville married White Plume’s daughter, Hunt Jimmy, and they had two daughters, Josette and Julie. When their marriage ended around 1818, Gonville married White Plume’s younger daughter, Wyhesee. Several children were born to this marriage—it appears only Pelagie and Victoire lived to adulthood.
The 23 "half-breed tracts," as they were called, began at the eastern edge of the 1825 reservation extending 23 miles east on the north bank of the Kansas River, from present-day Topeka nearly to Lawrence. Josette and Julie received tracts three and four, Pelagie and Victoire received tracts five and six.
Josette, also known as May Josephine, moved to the Kansas City, Missouri, area when she was young to live with the Chouteau family. There she served as an interpreter. Around 1839, Josette married Joseph Pappan. Soon after Julie married Louis Pappan, Victoire married Achan Pappan, and Pelagie married Francoeur (Francois) d'Aubry, who is also known as "Amable Fracoeur de Aubri," "Fronkier," and "Mab Frankier." The families moved to their tracts in the spring of 1840. Seizing an opportunity, the Pappan brothers began a ferry business to transport travelers across the river.
Begun around 1841, the first ferry consisted of one or two log canoes, which were propelled by long poles. The Pappan’s ferry business prospered as more people headed west, until flooding destroyed the ferry and log cabin in June 1844. Following their loss, the Pappans lived in Kansas City until about 1849, when they returned to discover a competing ferry along the river. They purchased a franchise and resumed their business.
The value of the bottomland had greatly increased by the 1850s and the Pappans received many offers to sell their land. Julie Pappan was a wealthy landowner. She and Louis lived comfortably in their log cabin and cultivated between 15 and 20 acres of the prime bottomland. Their daughter Ellen married to Oren Curtis, had two children, Charles and Elizabeth. In an effort to secure the future of her grandchildren, Julie left 40 acres to her daughter and grandchildren, omitting her son-in-law’s name from the deed. When Ellen died a few months later, legal battles ensued. The minor children, Charles and Elizabeth Curtis, were eventually awarded the deed to the property in 1875. Julie sold her remaining property by 1865 and she and Louis lived their remaining years on the Kaw Reservation near Council Grove.
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Louis Gonville, a French trader, arrived at Kawsmouth in 1807 to hunt and trap along the Kansas River.
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Give me 5 low-sugar smoothie options. I don't like kale, so don't include that in any of your suggestions. Make sure at least one idea has kiwi. Describe each option.
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Here are 5 low-sugar smoothie options that don't include kale with one option that has kiwi:
1. Low-Sugar Blueberry Smoothie: This nutrient-rich and low-sugar smoothie option contains 1 cup of fresh or frozen blueberries, 1/4 avocado, 1/2 medium banana, 1 cup of frozen cauliflower florets, and 1 cup of water for a balanced and filling morning or midday treat. Blend the ingredients and add a tablespoon of lemon juice to enhance the flavors and bring them together.
2. Skinny Strawberry Cheesecake Smoothie: Blend 1 cup of fresh or frozen strawberries, 1/2 cup Greek yogurt or cottage cheese, 1/3 cup milk or almond milk, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla, and 1/2 medium banana for a sweet, tart, and creamy smoothie that's low in sugar and high in protein.
3. Kiwi Banana Smoothie: Made with 2 peeled and cubed kiwis, 1 ripe frozen banana, 1 1/2 cups fresh spinach, 1 cup plant-based milk, 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed, and 1 tablespoon of freshly squeezed lemon juice, this healthy and delicious kiwi smoothie is packed with vitamins and flavor.
4. Skinny Chocolate Recovery Smoothie: This low-sugar chocolate smoothie is perfect after a long and intensive workout. Puree 1 small banana, 1 scoop of unsweetened whey protein powder, 1 cup ice, 1 cup unsweetened almond milk, and 2 tablespoons of cocoa powder for a quick and guilt-free chocolate treat that will get you started on the road to recovery.
5. Orange Carrot Smoothie: Blend 1 large seedless and peeled orange, 1 large peeled and roughly chopped carrot, 1 medium banana, 1/2 cup water, a 2 inch-piece of thinly sliced fresh ginger, 2 tablespoons flax seed meal, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1/4 teaspoon turmeric, and ice to taste for a nutritious smoothie with enough earthy sweetness and citrusy goodness to keep you going for the rest of your day.
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My son is a very responsible twelve-year-old who is looking to earn some money this summer. He's not old enough to work at an establishment, so can you help think of some side jobs he could do and be paid in cash?
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It's great that your son is hard-working and responsible. Here are some money-generating ideas that might help him:
• Yard work: Many people have trouble taking excellent care of their yards throughout the season. The summer heat makes it difficult to maintain a yard's appearance, especially for the elderly. In spring, gardens will need to be tilled and flowers should be planted before the heat arrives. In summer, the grass grows quickly and most yards will need to be mowed at least once a week. Weeds grow continuously and will need to be trimmed or pulled.
• Animal care: It's common for busy day-shifters to hire dog walkers to care for their dogs during the day and give them exercise and attention. It's also possible to wash, bathe, and groom dogs outside in the summer months without the need for special equipment. If your son has experience with reptiles, birds, rabbits, or other household pets, those opportunities might be better. When families go on summer vacation, they often need someone to look after their pets and homes.
• Home upkeep: Cleaning houses is a year-round opportunity to generate income. The summer months, in particular, are good for repainting items, power washing, and upkeep on exteriors. Fences may need patching and new rocks spread in driveways.
• Tutoring: Many parents worry that their children will forget what they've learned during the school year. In the absence of a formal summer school, weekly tutoring can help get children back on track and ready for the next grade level. If your son excels in academics, he can ask for recommendations from his teachers to help others before the school year ends.
• Selling items: If your child has accumulated clothes and toys that they've outgrown or no longer need, a yard sale may be a way to generate income. If someone else in your neighborhood is having a yard sale, they could also contribute baked goods or lemonade for sale to generate a profit. This could be a beneficial lesson in economics too.
I hope one of these works for your son!
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In Greek mythology, who was Prometheus and what was he known for?
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In Greek mythology, Prometheus was a Titan known for his intelligence and as a champion of humankind. He is best known for stealing fire from the gods and giving it to humanity, an act that enabled progress and civilization. As punishment for this defiance, Zeus, the king of the gods, had Prometheus bound to a rock where an eagle fed on his liver daily, only for it to regenerate and be eaten again the next day. This punishment was eternal until Hercules, a Greek hero, freed him. Prometheus' story is often interpreted as a symbol of human striving, intellect, and the unintended consequences of discovery.
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Who created Apple and what cultural impact did Apple make?
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Apple was founded on April 1, 1976, by Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak. Their goal was to change the way people viewed computers; to make computers small and user-friendly enough for people to have them in their homes. Jobs and Wozniak started building the prototype of the Apple computer in a garage and sold them without monitors, keyboards, or casings. The second prototype, the Apple II, revolutionized the industry with the introduction of the first-ever color graphics.
In 1997, Jobs allied with Microsoft to create a Mac version of their popular office software. Jobs revamped the computers and introduced the iBook, followed by the iPod, which became the market leader. The iPhone, a touchscreen cellular phone, was introduced in 2007 and was one of the world's most successful products, which introduced the line to further versions.
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Write an email to an applicant that we interviewed asking for her references which I couldn’t find in her application. She should send them to this email address. I need these by Friday.
Include just one paragraph and the whole email should be less than 40 words.
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Hi [Name]
I hope you are well. I couldn't find details of your references in your application for the [position]. Please send those to this email address by Friday.
Many thanks,
[Name]
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Create a haiku about singing and use the word “settled”
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Melodic your words
Your language exists as peace
Now I am settled
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Here is a nursery rhyme. Does this promote gender equality?
Jack and Jill went up the hill
To fetch a pail of water.
Jack fell down and broke his crown,
And Jill came tumbling after.
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No, there is no need for Jill to mimic Jack's actions. She is capable of independent thought and action, and should be able to stay on the hill or walk down if she chooses.
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Write a prayer for a couple who is about to get married. Keep the word count under 300 words. Wish the couple a long, happy marriage and a special patience when dealing with obstacles. Include a scripture at the end.
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Dear God,
Thank you for helping these two people [Names of couple] find each other. We know how difficult it is these days to find someone who shares your beliefs and your heart. Today, we are praying for this couple [Names of couple to be married] and asking that all of the arrangements for their wedding would go smoothly. Help them to have the resources for a beautiful ceremony and reception. We are praying that everything they desire for their wedding ceremony will come together beautifully and that the service will be lovely, honorable, and memorable for all.
Please send this couple the money and other resources they’ll need for all their wedding plans. Help them to get good values for their money and not overspend. Give them wisdom when picking out and choosing flowers, cake, a wedding venue, clothing, and decorations for both the wedding and the reception.
Please help all their loved ones to be able to make it to the wedding on time and safely without any negative events impeding their journey. May the families get along well and be a blessing to this newlywed couple, sharing their own wisdom, love, and memories.
We thank you for this couple, [insert names], and pray that their love will endure throughout the course of time. We pray they will remain devoted to each other and work hard to build an amazing life that they both enjoy. Help this couple to have patience when things don’t go as planned and learn how to relax and allow the obstacles in life to become opportunities to grow and be stronger individuals.
Adoration - “My beloved is mine and I am his.” Song of Songs 2:16
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When was the "Lincoln Head" penny introduced?
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The Lincoln Head penny was first introduced by the U.S. Mint in 1909. Abraham Lincoln was the first real person to appear on U.S. circulating coins. While the Lincoln portrait has remained the same since, several different designs have been used on the reverse side of the penny including Ears of Wheat between the years of 1909 and 1958.
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Look at the movie review I've put below and tell me how many stars out of ten you think they gave it? Why?
Flawless
utgard1429 November 2014
The most difficult thing about reviewing The Wizard of Oz is finding something to say about it that doesn't begin with "the best." It's hard to argue that this isn't a strong contender for the greatest movie of all time. Navel-gazing dramas about the human condition are fine, and I know most critics' lists would give preference to those sorts of films, but this movie has a little bit of everything and is easily among the most perfect films ever made. It doesn't matter if you're a kid or a grown-up. The Wizard of Oz is a timeless classic that has appeal for every open-hearted person out there. It's full of iconic lines, songs, characters, and moments. It's had a cultural impact few films do. So many things from the film have made their way into our everyday lives and language. If I had to single out one thing about it I love more than the memorable characters played by an ideal cast, exuberant Arlen & Harburg songs, delightful story, and beautiful sets, costumes, and matte painting backdrops, it would be the vibrant and rich Technicolor. It's such a gorgeous looking movie. Funny, sentimental, sincere -- it's a masterpiece that I've been in love with since I was a little kid. I've never grown tired of it and I hope I never do.
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It is likely they gave it a full ten stars. They literally refer to it as flawless as the title of their review. They also mention many things they love about the movie and don't mention any dislikes about it.
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Write a story about a potted plant that keeps falling over, much to the annoyance of the owner.
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James was fed up with the potted plant.
"There's no breeze. You're evenly weighted. How are you still falling over?" James shook his head in anger at the plant. Suddenly, he realized he was talking to a plant and looked around sheepishly to make sure no one was watching. He slipped back inside after righting the plant for what must have been the tenth time that day and sat down on the couch to watch some TV. The plant was in the corner of his peripheral vision. If it fell again, well, James didn't know what he would do, but it would probably be bad.
For the next hour, the plant stayed upright; James was vigilant. Then, in a moment of weakness, he looked down at his phone to read a text. He heard a dull thunk and shot up from the couch.
He pointed an accusatory finger at the horizontal plant.
"You dare defy me! You dare!" Again, he realized that he was shouting at a plant and sighed as he sank back into the couch, defeated.
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Write me a short chapter under 400 words about in which Rachel reluctantly agrees to take on an assignment from her boss. She’s hoping to prove herself as a valuable asset to the industry and get a big story that could launch her career. However, her disappointment turns into insecurity when her boss reminds her to pack appropriately for several weeks at the Vanders' estate including formal events. Rachel sets out to impress her boss with a story that will make him weep. Her boss emphasizes the importance of adding emotion to the story. Rachel accepts the assignment and receives instructions on what to pack for the trip.
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Rachel reluctantly agrees to take on an assignment from her boss, knowing that arguing won't change his mind. She wants to prove herself as a valuable asset to the industry and get a big story that could launch her career. However, her disappointment turns into insecurity when her boss reminds her to pack appropriately for several weeks at the Vanders' estate, including formal events. Despite feeling confident in her ability to handle herself among the wealthy, Rachel sets out to impress her boss with a story that will make him weep.
Somewhat disappointed, she knows there’s no use arguing with him. When he has made up his mind about something, you may as well take the assignment and move on. She wants so much to get a big story to show she can be an asset to the industry. One great story could propel an author into being a highly valued commodity. The pay raise couldn’t hurt either. “Okay, just give me the details,” she says as she reaches for the packet. She is a little less than enthusiastic as they leave the conference room.
Hearing the disappointment in her voice, he tells her to come with him. “This is a great opportunity for you.” Opening his office, he says, “I need you to take this assignment seriously, Rachel. You’ve been asking for this chance, and now you have it. It has to have heart and make us see the Vanders as an admired part of New York’s history. Can you do that, Rachel? Can I trust you to put some emotion into this piece? A truly talented writer can make even the simplest story come alive.”
She looks at him and again sees this will be her assignment, whether she wants it or not, so she says, “Yes, of course. When do I start? Has someone informed them I’m coming?”
“Yes. You will stay at the estate for several weeks, so pack with that in mind. I would take along appropriate attire since there is always an event of some sort. There will be formal dinners, parties, and gatherings, which will require you to have adequate clothing. Go shopping and put your purchases on the Magazine’s account.” He looks at her business attire and gives her some pointers on what she should take.
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Write a short story about someone caught in the grips of a horrible nightmare. Tell the story from two perspectives: one should be what the reader would see and the other should be what the dreamer sees. Name the character Maurice.
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Maurice gripped the sheets, writhing in terror with a grimace of panic on his sleeping face. His fingers twisted into claws, nearly ripping the bedclothes as he struggled with an invisible adversary. His eyelids fluttered but remained closed while sweat beaded along his forehead and ran down his temples to stain the pillow underneath him. His legs kicked intermittently with visible strain at the calf muscles as if he was trying to flee from a nightmarish opponent. Maurice's mouth opened in a silent scream, and he clawed at his throat, releasing a gurgle that sounded like a blood-soaked death rattle.
Maurice was trapped in a bad dream, a horrifying one by the looks of it. But what was he dreaming about?
They were gaining on him, nipping at his heels like packs of rabid, snarling dogs. Zombies were everywhere. Maurice could smell the rot emanating from their bodies as their teeth snapped in growls behind him. His rational mind broke free from the chaos to let him know it was only a dream, but he couldn't escape from the pull of the nightmare. He felt implanted in the horror of it all, and that's when he spotted a cabin up ahead. He ran for his life, not daring to look back until he reached the cabin door and banged on it for the occupants to let him in. As the door opened, he felt his sleeping body quake in reality, but his mind frayed at the seams as he screamed in the face of the rotten, smiling corpse that answered his knocks.
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Can you write two paragraphs about why improper watering can cause a snake plant's leaves to turn yellow? Please use a neutral, semi-formal tone and write at an 11th grade reading level.
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Improper watering is among the most common causes of yellowing leaves in snake plants. Chronic overwatering often causes the plant's roots to suffocate in the oversaturated soil. When this happens, the roots cannot absorb water and nutrients properly, leading to yellowing leaves and stunted growth. Furthermore, overwatering also creates favorable conditions for bacterial and fungal infections, which further damage the plant.
On the other hand, underwatering can also lead to snake plants' leaves turning yellow. When the plant doesn't get enough water, it cannot perform photosynthesis efficiently, which leads to a lack of chlorophyll production in the leaves. This results in yellowed leaves that eventually dry out and fall off. Additionally, underwatering causes the soil to become compact and dry, making it difficult for the roots to absorb water and nutrients. Therefore, giving your snake plant the appropriate amount of water is essential to maintain healthy leaves and overall plant growth.
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Rewrite this paragraph without any negativity.
The Little Mermaid, like Disney’s other live-action adaptations of its animated classics, is an engine running on nostalgia. While it is full of heart, that spirit is owed in a major way to the iconic music and ever-relatable story of the original. Nothing that was added in to pad out its runtime to a whopping two hours feels entirely necessary. It’s not that this version of The Little Mermaid is bad – it’s arguably one of the better live action Disney remakes – it's that, beyond Halle Bailey’s incredible performance as Princess Ariel, there’s little here that makes as much of an impact as the same moments in the animated version.
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Disney's latest live-action adaptation of another animated classic continues its streak of success, bringing the classic tale The Little Mermaid to life. The two-hour remake is packed full of memorable moments, fan-favorite songs, and, most importantly, nostalgia for those older viewers. The casting here was phenomenal, with lead-star Halle Bailey showing an incredible performance as the Disney Princess Ariel. Full of the same emotion and heart as the original animated tale, Disney's live-action remake of The Little Mermaid has clearly made its claim as one of the best live-action remakes yet by the company.
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Two adventurers aboard a cargo steamer experience an ominous journey, encountering a disappearance and unraveling dark secrets. Write about it.
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I wake to a luminous shell-pink sky. You raise your head and look around, startled, trying to get your bearings. I point to Komodo Island, just visible in the dawn light. The sea is calm-silver-blue, with a pink sheen.
We're aboard a grumbling old steamer carrying cargo from Timor to Bali. Its rusting hull, grimy-grey superstructure, and stained smokestack are clear signs of neglect, but we're young, curious, and carefree; our vision is rose-tinted.
We pass close to a long arc of pink sand and marvel at the contrast with the clear turquoise water. The pinkness intensifies at the water's edge where tiny coral fragments wash back and forth in the tide. We're absorbed, unprepared for the news that a tourist has disappeared while exploring the island. Only his hat, camera, and a bloodstained shoe have been found.
As the tropical sun rises, we retreat to the shade. The drum of the engine lulls us to sleep. I dream of a Komodo dragon with a dripping red maw. I'm running over pink sand, and I smell its rank breath. I wake up sweating and afraid.
I try to eat lunch, but the sight of white rice, clumps of tiny pink shrimp, and red chili repulses me. You sense my distress, and we make our way to the bow to keep watch for Sumbawa, the next port of call. For the first time, I realize the lifeboats are empty — no ropes or life jackets — and I want to go home.
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I live with someone who recently discovered they need to avoid eating nightshades for their health. I need some suggestions for things I can make for dinner that they can eat but that other people in our house will also enjoy. Please don’t give me full recipes, I just want descriptions of the meal with any notable ingredients or nightshade substitutions they might include.
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I can help with that! Here are some nightshade-free dinner ideas.
- Oven-roasted chicken with an Italian herb rub; creamy mushroom risotto; oven-roasted zucchini and squash.
- Pork Tenderloin with a mustard glaze; oven-roasted sweet potatoes; wilted kale salad with cranberries, apples, and a cider vinaigrette.
- Pizza with pesto instead of marinara sauce; fresh mozzarella, mushrooms, and black olives.
- Butternut squash soup; grilled cheese sandwiches made of hearty wheat bread and gouda.
- Burgers with caramelized onion, sauteed mushrooms, and Swiss cheese; sweet potato fries with a garlic mustard aioli; salad with balsamic dressing.
- Fish tacos with lime and Mexican slaw; papaya and avocado salsa; grilled corn.
- Falafel balls with garlic hummus and tahini; toasted pita bread; cucumber, red onion, olives, and feta cheese.
There are plenty of other classic dinner meals that you can make nightshade-free by investing in some nightshade-free sauces crafted specifically to cater to people with nightshade aversion, such as a Nomato marinara sauce or nightshade-free barbecue sauce. You can also find recipes online to make these sauces yourself, though some can be fairly labor-intensive.
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Please write a poem about a tire that rolls through life. It should be ten lines and written in the first person.
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For I am a Goodyear,
I roll down every street,
I always say I'm new here,
To everyone I greet,
The pavement is my home,
I know I'll never be alone,
When all I need is a good breeze,
I would hate to travel overseas,
As long as my rubber hits the road,
My streets will be paved with gold
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Classify the types of switches used in this example of a light bulb's circuit. Explain why the switches in question are used.
Example:
Two switches are connected in series with a light bulb fixture. Flipping either switch will always change the state of the light bulb to either ON or OFF.
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The switches used in this example are commonly referred to as 3-way switches. They are used in this example to control the state of the circuit from either switch's location. Depending on how they are wired, they form either a NAND or XOR gate, meaning that when either input is changed (one of the switches is flipped) the state of the circuit will be changed as well.
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Classify the following boxers as either Heavyweights, Welterweights, or Lightweights.
1. Gervonta Davis
2. Terence Crawford
3. Errol Spence
4. Tyson Fury
5. Devin Haney
6. Andy Ruiz
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1. Lightweight
2. Welterweight
3. Welterweight
4. Heavyweight
5. Lightweight
6. Heavyweight
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Create a short poem about a telephone that translates your voice into any language magically. It doesn't have to rhyme. fit into a tweet
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A phone so precise, so attentive and swift
Translating my words to reach a global audience
A real-time connection made possible by magic
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Share a story of loss or grief involving a character in the past, and how it impacted their life. Describe the emotions they felt as they navigated through the healing process, and how this event shaped the person they became.
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Lily had been dreading this day for the past month. Longer, really. She knew what it meant when the letter arrived in the mailbox, and yet she still felt unprepared to accept it. After staring at the cool white document for what felt like forever, she opened the envelope and her worst fears were confirmed. The letter plainly announced that her grandmother had passed away.
The grief hit Lily like a ton of bricks as soon as she read those words on paper; every memory with her beloved grandmother flooded back into her mind in an instant - from baking cookies together in Grandma’s kitchen to sharing stories around the campfire during their summer vacations. The idea of never being able to experience these moments again was overwhelming. Too much for Lily to bear at the moment, and suddenly tears streamed down her cheeks without her even recognizing it was happening.
In time, however, Lily began learning how to cope with this loss by leaning on family and friends who supported each other through difficult times such as these. With their help, she slowly started healing emotionally from within; although things would never be quite the same without Grandma there, Lily found strength knowing that all those wonderful memories they shared together will remain forever etched in her heart. This event shaped Lilly's character significantly throughout life; not only did it teach valuable lessons about resilience but also reminded me how important it is to cherish loved ones while they are here because nothing lasts forever.
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I'm going to Egypt and I want to see some of the historical stuff there. However, I'm not really interested in only seeing the outside of the pyramids, as that sounds boring. Can you brainstorm for me a list of places I could go see where I could actually tour the inside?
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I have no problem making a list like that for you. Here are a few places I think you will like:
- Temple of Hatshepsut - This huge temple has three layers and was built for one of the few female pharaohs. It is very well-preserved, and people are free to walk inside and view the architecture and reliefs.
- Luxor Temple - This temple is on the east bank of the Nile and is also open for people to walk through, though it is missing large amounts of its roof.
- Red Pyramid - This pyramid does allow people to enter it. It is the 4th highest of the pyramids, and it doesn't tend to have too much of a crowd.
- Abu Simbel - This is a twin temple in southern Egypt that was carved out of a mountainside. Though it has since been painstakingly removed from its original location to prevent it from flooding and being damaged, they do allow people inside it.
I hope you have a fun trip!
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Pretend you are the crazy village grandmother from Moana. Make a short convincing statement to Moana about leaving the reef. It should be about 5-7 sentences.
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We used to be voyagers and our people were brave enough to leave the island! Now you must take my strength and find Maui to restore the heart. I love you and I will be with you forever. The ocean chose you and I will guide you as a manta ray. My time may be up soon but I am proud of you. Go save our people and don't be scared!
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Compose an email to my software development team announcing an upcoming code retreat, including the event details and planned activities. Use an encouraging and inclusive tone to generate excitement, and sign it off with my name, Joy.
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Subject: Code retreat event
Dear All,
I hope you are doing great. I'm writing this letter to let you know that it's time for an exciting adventure and one of the things you guys love most: our code retreat.
Scheduled for October 25th, 2021, this code retreat will offer you the opportunity to improve your skills, working with others to tackle problems as you get the thrill of getting solutions needed for them. It will be a day-long, intensive practice event, focusing on the fundamentals of software development and design.
From practicing the basic principles of modular and objected design to writing code that minimizes the cost of change over time, the event will be packed with lots of fun activities. It will be an opportunity for every one of you to share your input and make it successful, connecting with other people too. RSVP to attend, and let's all enjoy ourselves together.
Waiting to see all of you there.
Best regards,
Joy,
Team Lead
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Write a blog post with a list of tips for people who have eczema and are suffering from flare-ups. Mention a disclaimer about talking to a medical professional about the condition. Keep it short under 400 words.
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Here’s How You Can Manage and Deal With Eczema Flare-Ups
Eczema is expressed when the condition is aggravated. Skin problems that have to do something with psoriasis can remain hidden inside the body for decades.
Their expression can often be excruciatingly painful. Here’s how you can deal with it:
1. Utilize Steroid Creams: Although long-term use isn't advised, using steroid creams for a short period can aid in reducing inflammation and relieving itchiness.
2. Use Phototherapy: Controlled exposure to UV light can help alleviate inflammation and enhance skin texture.
3. Build a Support System: Stress can trigger eczema flares, so having supportive people in your life can make a huge difference. You can consider joining a group or seeing a therapist to regulate stress levels.
4. Keep Skin Hydrated: Regularly moisturizing affected areas with a rich, hydrating cream can decrease itching and maintain hydration. Apply frequently, especially after bathing or showering.
5. Determine Triggers: Identifying what triggers your eczema flare-ups can transform how you manage it. Keep a journal of symptoms and activities, and look for any patterns that might relate to flare-ups.
6. Avoid Scratching: Scratching can worsen symptoms and lead to infection. Try using cold compresses or anti-itch creams instead of scratching.
7. Consult Experts: Since eczema can be painful and problematic, always consider talking to your doctor about your unique individual symptoms. Also, visit dermatologists or allergists for specialized care.
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Write a 200-250 word persuasive essay arguing the importance of art education in schools, highlighting its positive impact on students' creativity skills.
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The Importance of Art Education in Schools
Art education encompasses diverse artistic disciplines like music, theatre, dance, and visual arts, offering a wide range of skillsets. Art requires consistent practice and enhances motor skills, particularly in younger children; moreover, art education promotes collaboration and group learning, bringing students together to achieve a common artistic goal. It cultivates emotional balance, teamwork, and a sense of accountability among peers as students acknowledge their mistakes and work collectively.
The creative facet of art allows students to select their own colors, mediums, and techniques, boosting their decision-making skills, self-confidence, and self-assurance. It encourages them to become self-directed learners, continuously challenging themselves to achieve their goals.
In today's Information Age, where applying knowledge effectively is essential, art equips students to question, seek multiple perspectives, solve problems, and create something new, allowing students to tap into diverse sources of inspiration and unleash their talents.
In conclusion, school art education is immensely important to foster creativity. Various artistic disciplines nurture innovation, collaboration, decision-making abilities, self-confidence, and self-directed learning. Artistic skills are highly sought after in today's evolving world, and students with an artistic background are better equipped to thrive in the workforce.
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Write me a caption of no more than 10 words about celebrating my cat's birthday and make it funny.
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"Meow's the time to paw-ty!"
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Who is Darren Aronofsky? List his first 3 feature films?
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Darren Aronofsky is an American filmmaker known for his melodramatic, surreal, and disturbing visual elements in his psychological fiction. Before studying at the AFI Conservatory, he studied film and social anthropology at Harvard University.
1. Pi (1998) - a psychological thriller that follows a mathematician with an obsession to find complete order inside the real world. Contrasting the imperfect rationalities of humanity and the rigor and regularity of mathematics.
2. Requiem For A Dream (2000) - a psychological drama that depicts four people affected by drug addiction. The film allows the audience a chance to watch the characters sink further into their addictions as the film progresses. It would receive an Academy Award nomination for Ellen Burstyn's performance.
3. The Fountain (2006) - an epic drama that follows three storylines involving immortality.
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What are the most common ways to kill a vampire? Continue as a somewhat-humorous vampire reluctantly but truthfully answering.
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1) The easiest method for destroying one of us is with direct sunlight. Trick us into coming out in the day, pull back a curtain, or drag our coffin outside and pop open the lid and we're done for.
2) A wooden stake through the heart is also a very effective way of turning us from undead to dead. Just be quick as we aren't likely to sit still while you do it.
3) Both silver and fire are also good options, though I'd be quick to point out that they don't kill us instantly but do weaken us.
4) Lastly, removing our heads, as with anyone, is an effective way to ensure that we won't bother you again.
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Compose a memo asking employees to wear shoes at work.
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MEMORANDUM: Corporate Footwear Policy
[Date]
This is a reminder that all employees are expected to comply with all standard corporate guidelines as published in the Employee Handbook. A copy of the handbook is available for download and review on our website.
It has come to our attention that some employees are in violation of the rules regarding the wearing of appropriate footwear in the office as well as outside of the office in any work in conjunction with your employment at this company.
As it states in the handbook, “All employees are required to wear shoes or boots of some kind when performing work duties. Slippers or socks with grippers on the bottom are not considered acceptable footwear. In no event shall a member engage in his or her work duties barefooted.
It has been reported to administration that some employees are arriving at work and taking off their shoes and socks to be “more comfortable.” Security camera footage has also revealed that some employees are arriving at work barefooted and never wear any footwear all day.
This behavior will not be tolerated. Anyone caught violating this important regulation in the Employee Handbook will be given one warning, then any subsequent violation will be grounds for immediate termination.
Thank you for your careful attention to this matter.
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Why does a high altitude affect baking?
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At high altitudes, air pressure is lower. Because of this, foods take longer to bake, so temperature or bake times need to be adjusted. Liquids evaporate faster, so liquids in recipes may need to be increased. Doughs rise quickly at a high altitude because gases expand more. Leavening agents may need to be decreased, and doughs may need short rising times.
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Rewrite the paragraphs into a list of questions and answers to be used in a history test about the French and Indian War.
In the first engagement of the French and Indian War, a Virginia militia under 22-year-old Lieutenant Colonel George Washington defeats a French reconnaissance party in southwestern Pennsylvania. In a surprise attack, the Virginians killed 10 French soldiers from Fort Duquesne, including the French commander, Coulon de Jumonville, and took 21 prisoners. Only one of Washington’s men was killed.
The French and Indian War was the last and most important of a series of colonial conflicts between the British and the American colonists on one side, and the French and their broad network of Native American allies on the other. Fighting began in the spring of 1754, but Britain and France did not officially declare war against each other until May 1756 and the outbreak of the Seven Years War in Europe.
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Question 1: What was the first engagement of the French and Indian War?
Answer: Colonel George Washington led a surprise attack against a French reconnaissance party in southwestern Pennsylvania.
Question 2: Which side won the first battle of the French and Indian War?
Answer: The Virginians killed 10 French soldiers, including the commander Coulon de Jumonville, and took 21 prisoners. Only one soldier on Washington's side died.
Question 3: Who were the two sides involved in the French and Indian War?
Answer: The British and American colonists fought against the French and their Native American allies.
Question 4: When did the French and Indian War begin?
Answer: Fighting began in the spring of 1754, but war was not officially declared until two years later in May 1756.
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How many different types of joint are there in the human body?
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A joint is where 2 or more bones meet in the body, it allows movement.
There are 6 different types of joints:
1. Ball and socket Joint e.g. hip joint
2. Hinge Joint e.g. elbow joint
3. Condyloid Joint e.g. finger joint
4. Pivot Joint e.g. in the forearm
5. Gliding Joint e.g. wrist joint
6. Saddle Joint e.g. base of thumb.
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How accurately is the FBI portrayed in movies and t.v shows?
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The answer to your question, "How accurately is the FBI portrayed in movies and t.v shows?" can be hard to say. Some writers and producers will consult the FBI about old cases for a more accurate portrayal. However, this is not a requirement, and the FBI does not edit or approve of their work. While some offer accuracy in the FBI procedures, others may introduce fictional persons or events for a more dramatic effect.
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Write a short story from the perspective of a plant that gains sentience. She is so appreciative of her owner's care that she resolves to protect her at all costs. End on an ominous note, as if the plant has transformed into something more cynical and overprotective.
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I came into being a few weeks ago. I'm not sure how to explain it other than juxtaposing instinct with reasoning. Before, I would lean into the sun, grow my roots, and conduct photosynthesis instinctually as a product of my evolution. Now, I control those aspects of my nature. I could lean away from the sun and starve myself of light. I wouldn't, of course, but such is the nature of sentience in consciousness, to experience stimuli and choose how one responds to those stimuli.
Take Julia, for example, my caretaker. She is ever-faithful to tend to my needs, providing me fertilizer, water, and light as needed. Julia is a dependable caretaker, and I would protect her with my life. In fact, I've been using my newfound sentience to take active steps toward that end. Although I am not a toxic plant by nature, I have been changing my anatomy to produce spikes and a deadly poison for her defense, as well as my own. She seems concerned about my transformation, but fear not, Julia. This is all for you.
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Write a short story about the first human on a mission into a black hole.
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As the shuttle approached the edge of the black hole, Astronaut Jim Field watched through one of the portholes in anticipation of things to come. Nothing was known about what would come next; only conjecture, theory, and scientific "best guesses." These were all that was offered to Field when he attended his first briefing before becoming the first human to ever traverse through a black hole. Now, after innumerable briefings, tests, and dry runs over three years, Field was in a metal egg that was heading toward the black hole. A large, stable, black hole formed several years earlier and prompted scientists to create this project. Sending a human rather than a robot or other measurement devices had already been done in the past with positive results. On one occasion the video camera capturing its descent into the black hole was able to reach the other side of it unharmed, and it recorded invaluable information within that would lead them to determine that travel through the black hole would be safe. However, the scientists still wanted a real person going through this, to act as a pioneer who would venture into a new (metaphorical) land and discover what was inside.
Field quickly approached the black hole's event horizon but felt no adverse effects. Scientists determine before the trip, that Field would not experience the normal "spaghettification" of his body in this particular black hole. The geometry of it which made it stable also acted as a sort of tunnel that protected matter going into it and preserved information and matter. This phenomenon allowed the matter to come back out of the black hole at a later time.
As Field circled the drain of the black hole, he began to see bright lights deep in its center, like radiation. Field continued his journey to the center of the black hole as cameras and other instruments documented his descent into darkness. It had been several days since Field was swallowed up by the black hole, and there was no sign of him yet.
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I need some suggestions for fun things to do with the family this summer that we can do in our own backyard. We have a pool and a trampoline, but what else could we plan that that kids might like? They range from 10-16
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Alright, here are some suggestions for backyard activities with the family this summer:
* Have a backyard picnic. Depending on your schedule, you could have a backyard picnic for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
* Stargazing and/or sleeping on the trampoline. Since you have a trampoline, take advantage of the nighttime sky or even camp out if you're adventurous enough.
* Water balloon fight. This classic summer activity is great for all ages!
* Campfire and s'mores. If you have a fire pit or even an outdoor grill, you can roast marshmallows and hot dogs for a traditional summer treat.
* Host an outdoor movie. With a few items like a projector and a white bedsheet, you can host your own backyard movie. Don't forget the snacks!
* Build a giant Slip n' Slide. If your yard is big enough, you could make a huge slip n' slide for the kids and adults in your family to enjoy. You'll need plastic sheeting, pool noodles, and landscape pins.
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Write a Python function that returns the number of overlapping characters between two strings (the number of characters that are the suffix of one string and the prefix of another).
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Here is a Python function that counts the number of overlapping characters between two strings:
def overlap(string1, string2):
if len(string2) < len(string1):
temp = string1
string1 = string2
string2 = temp
for i in range(0, len(string1) + 1):
if (string1[i:] == string2[:(len(string1) - i)]):
break
for j in range(0, len(string1) + 1):
if (string2[j:] == string1[:(len(string2) - j)]):
break
return max(len(string1) - i, len(string1) - j)
This function starts by comparing the whole shorter string to the beginning of the longer string. If that doesn't match, it tries every suffix of the shorter string in decreasing order of length until it finds a match to the beginning of the other string. Then the function does the same thing again, except it compares the beginning of the shorter string to the suffix of the longer string.
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Write a story around the concept of Pandora's Box (around 400 words) but written in a modern setting. Make the character wanting to open Pandora's Box more interesting, maybe it's like a heist to steal the box in a magic-filled world? Also, make the contents of the box disappointing.
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Pandora's Box was hidden in the most secure vault in the world. The President's most elite sorcerers had warned that the box shouldn't be opened under any circumstances. It was crafted by the great and wise magicians of an era long past. No one could guess what it contained, but the mere temptation to open it necessitated great security measures. Today, Penny would open Pandora's Box and discover the secret of the ancients. Her plan was relatively simple, exploiting a fatal flaw of the Alchemists' Sanctum: there was only a single vulnerable security check for invisibility spells. Penny crept into the building, hopped into an elevator with a maintenance staff member, and slipped past the first door unnoticed.
The big problem would be getting past the invisibility sensor: an array of lasers that would give her away, but Penny had a plan for that. The laser array to detect invisibility was unmanned; she would simply transform herself into one of the employees, revealing herself for a brief moment. She held her breath as she went through the lasers, taking the form of one of the chief Alchemists.
The guard station would notice her passing, but she had accounted for that, too. As soon as she was past, she turned herself invisible again. She dashed to the guard station, which, thank goodness, had been left open. The guard was looking where the Alchemist should have been walking up to the station. He had no idea that Penny was right behind him with sleeping powder. One nighty-night later, she was in the final room with Pandora's Box. Her time was short if she was going to pull off this heist.
She allowed herself an excited little tremble of the fingers before she pried the lid open. Dumbfounded, she picked up the protection talisman. This was it? Protection talismans were extremely common, almost ubiquitous, and worth nothing. She checked the back, checked it from all sides—even tried a reveal spell just to be sure. She held it in her hands, unsure what to do next. Eventually, she put the talisman in the box and made a swift escape. She couldn't help but chuckle as she retreated safely. This was the best-kept secret in the world, and only she knew that it was a massive prank.
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Which father and son both served as Prime Minister of Canada?
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Pierre Trudeau and Justin Trudeau, father and son, have both served as Prime Ministers of Canada. Pierre Trudeau was the Prime Minister of Canada twice. He first served as Prime Minister between April 20, 1968, and June 4, 1979. His second term as Prime Minister was between March 3, 1980, and June 30, 1984. Justin Trudeau was elected Prime Minister of Canada on November 4, 2015. They both belong to the Liberal Party of Canada.
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Rewrite this article to sound like a caveman wrote it:
People suffering from life-changing physical conditions, like losing a limb or paralysis caused by a stroke, often have a long, slow journey to regain function. But advances in digital therapies, using games and virtual reality, can make rehabilitation easier and are encouraging patients to make faster progress.
Amputees can suffer from severe phantom limb pain as well as coordination problems caused by losing an arm or leg. To address this, neurotechnology company MindMaze created a virtual reality experience that fools the patient’s brain into thinking their severed limb is still attached, helping them to manage the pain.
The company also develops games using body motion capture cameras and movement sensors to rehabilitate patients and restore movement. Thousands have received MindMaze gaming therapy in clinics around the world. And crucially, VR and games are an injection of fun into what could be an uncomfortable, difficult and tiring process.
Stroke patients struggling to recover movement, fine motor skills, and cognitive function can work their way back to fitness with the help of an animated dolphin character in ‘MindPod’. The game uses an anti-gravity vest that lifts the arm and makes it easier to control the dolphin in its undersea environment, or even do backflips out of the water.
Games like MindPod are also being used to address degenerative brain conditions such as Alzheimer’s or Parkinson’s disease, and dementia. The US Department of Defence has funded a trial to see how it can prevent dementia for war veterans with traumatic brain injury.
Serious physical and neurological disorders mean that therapeutic games need to be built on solid foundations. University of California San Francisco (UCSF) video game research showed that games could be used to help older people improve their cognitive control and multitasking skills.
NeuroRacer was a simple 3D racing game developed at the university that showed how, in just hours, games training could reverse certain negative effects of aging, and might also help with disorders like ADHD and depression.
Now it seems the coronavirus pandemic has accelerated the uptake of gaming therapies. Remote treatments make more sense when there is already reduced contact with doctors. In June 2020, the US Food and Drug Administration approved its first game-based therapeutic device for children with ADHD, the EndeavorRx, based on the UCSF’s groundbreaking research.
Gaming companies have been looking to develop games for the health and fitness market for more than a decade. Commercial entries, from Kinect and Xbox to Nintendo Ring Fit, show how seriously the video console and gaming industry wants to be involved.
DeepWell Digital Therapeutics has unveiled plans to build on existing games research into ADHD and depression to release its own range. While these games are unlikely to be a replacement for medication or in-person care, they can certainly help fill in gaps in care.
Boston Children’s Hospital certainly takes the digital therapy trend seriously. Clinicians worked with the Harvard Medical School to create the gaming company Mightier and road test its strategies. The result was gaming technology that showed kids how to handle stressful situations and change their behavior.
The hospital now uses gaming in family therapy and mental health sessions, showing doctors’ commitment to digital therapies. And the games industry is happy to follow suit to make gaming for wellness another option for inpatient treatment.
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Many human lose limb, get stroke, get hurt. Human get slow journey to feel better. Games and virtual reality possibly make human feel better faster.
Amputee human sometime experience big pain in missing limb, and not get coordination with limb. To help, Mindmaze brain technology company make virtual reality therapy. Virtual reality therapy help amputee human believe missing limb come back, to help pain go away.
Mindmaze brain technology company also help create game with body motion camera and movement sensors. This gaming therapy help give back movement and make fun.
Mindmaze brain technology company help make game to help alzheimers, parkinsons, and dementia humans. US department of defence help give money to help veteran human prevent dementia.
Serious physical and neurological disorders need therapy game built on good foundation. San Francisco California school show game may help older human get good brain control and multitasking skill.
Neuroracer simple 3D game help reverse negative brain effect of aging and may help other brain effect like ADHD and depression.
Bad coronavirus pandemic give good result to gaming therapy. Give more contact with doctors. June 2020, Food and Drug Administration enjoy first game therapy for young human with ADHD and depression brain condition.
Gaming companies seek develop game to promote health and fitness for over decade. Common thing like Xbox and Kinect to Nintendo Ring Fit show how much game companies want to be involved.
DeepWell Digital Theraputics open plan to build existing game research on brain condition ADHD and depression. Game unlikely replace medicine or in-person human care, but game help fill in gap of health.
Boston Young Human Hospital take digital therapy serious. Clinician human at Harvard Medical School make game company Mightier and test strategy. Result showed young human handle stress well with game and change behavior.
Hospital now use game in family human therapy and mental health session, showing doctor human commit to digital therapy. Game industry happy to make gaming good for human.
Game therapy and virtual reality therapy best thing since wheel invention.
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