Queen of hearts and white queen

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Djokovic's comments were in reference to rising tensions and violence in Kosovo following local elections in April.
Kosovo's majority ethnic Albanians declared independence in 2008, though Serbia still considers Kosovo to be an integral part of its territory.
In his post-match press conference with Serbian media, Djokovic revealed that "As a Serb, everything that's happening in Kosovo hurts me a lot."
The 22-time grand slam winner also added politically-charged statements such as "Kosovo is our hearthstone, our stronghold, our most important monasteries are there"-a reference to the numerous medieval Serb Orthodox Christian monasteries that are in Kosovo, as well as the 1389 battle where Ottoman Turks and Serbia armies clashed in a struggle for Kosovo.
"Novak Djokovic was already the author of similar actions in the past. Despite a general message against violence, the statement 'Kosovo is the heart of Serbia' and further statements after the match, made by such a public figure, on the occasion of a worldwide event like the French Open, directly result in raising the level of tension between the two states, Serbia and Kosovo,".
A Euro 2020 qualifying match between the Czech Republic, Czech fans waved Serbian flags during the Kosovo national anthem and later chanted "Kosovo is still Serbia." Several Kosovo fans were also assaulted near the supporters' hotel, leading to a handful of arrests.

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Thankyou in advance for any suggestions! It's an action movie, and I think the bad lady in question might have even been wearing a full-body animal costume.
What I remember distinctly is her death rattle, her wailing voice trails off as she is slowly dragged into the machine, you can't see what's happening due to all the white smoke/steam emanating, only her legs. The conveyor belt keeps dragging her out to the other side of the machine, where she emerges expressionless and dead with her eyes open.
The machine might be a freeze-drying machine, but I couldn't work out what kind of innocuous machine could kill a person like that.
This is probably a 90's movie, but I wouldn't put it past being very early 2000's either

Hey first time posting i hope my zanpakuto concept isnt unreasonably powerful. Please let me know what you think:)
Zanpakuto: Fukutsu Yajū(indomitable beast)
Appearance: when sealed, Fukutsu Yajū looks like a Katana made of a dark metal with a hooked tip and a tsuba styled like two dragons eating eachother's tails.
Shikai Activation: "Rampage, Fukutsu Yajū"
Once activated, Fukutsu Yajū's blade becomes wreathed in white flame and glows with a dull red heat. Every successful hit with Fukustu Yajū causes its heat to grow until it is engulfed in white flame. Any offensive kido successfully blocked by Fukutsu Yajū is absorbed and charges its flame. While the flame is fully charged it can cut and melt through most other substances and spiritual defenses including bakudo. The more powerful the flame from Fukustu Yajū the more the users speed and physical strength grows, with its fully charged state giving the user strength and speed 10 times greater than before.
The user can use the flames wreathing Fukutsu Yajū as an arc of fire slicing through the air then call them back to wreath the blade again.
Bankai: Hakai no Ryū Fukutsu Yajū (dragon of destruction, indomitable beast)
Fukutsu Yajū's bakai can only be activated when its flames are fully charged. The flames that engulf Fukutsu Yajū's blade solidify into a bright white energy. The twin dragons on Fukutsu Yajū's tsuba morph into flame. One flies into the user's heart causing an aura of flame to spring up around them. The other grows and wraps around the blade of Fukutsu Yajū.
The flaming aura around the user gives them a moderate healing factor, healing all non-debilitating wounds and blocking out all pain as well as giving the user enhanced stamina.
The solidified energy of the blade allows it to move far quicker and can cut through even the strongest spiritual defenses including 90 level bakudo. The dragon wrapping around the blade bites and binds the opponent's weapon while the user attacks if it can, damaging it in the process. Mundane weapons and body parts are incinerated at a touch but even zanpakuto can sustain damage if bound too many times. From range the user can point Fukutsu Yajū's blade at the target and the dragon will open its mouth and breathe a beam of white hot flame. The beam can be as large as over a hundred meters in diameter or as condensed as a centimeter in diameter. The energy stays the same no matter how much area is covered so the more condensed the beam is, the more power it conveys to one spot.
This bankai is focused on all out offense. The user may rely on the bankai to keep them going even after they would usually be incapacitated but if they push themselves too far, their body will be unable to support their power and they will fall unconscious or even die as soon as their bankai ends.

Hey, wonderful Redditors! 🌸
Today, I find myself filled with an overwhelming sense of gratitude. Amidst the hustle and bustle of life, it's important to pause and reflect on the blessings that surround us.
I'm grateful for the love of family and friends, the opportunities that have come my way, and the simple joys that bring a smile to my face. Each day is a gift, and today I choose to embrace it with a heart full of thanks.
I invite you all to take a moment and share something you're grateful for in the comments below. Let's create a positive space where we celebrate life's little treasures and inspire one another to cherish the beauty in each day.
Remember, gratitude turns what we have into more than enough. Let's spread gratitude and kindness, making the world a brighter place together!
#GratitudeOverflowing #BlessingsInLife #SpreadPositivity

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Introduction
After watching all 12 episodes of Brand New Animal twice (except for Ep 12, which I watched just once) and watching several YouTube videos reviewing the anime, I discovered that BNA's story desperately needs improvement. The show becomes a "meh" level of quality when its stunning art style and jaw-dropping action scenes are combined with poor worldbuilding and irrational character decisions. There must be a way to change the writing while still keeping all the parts that viewers love about BNA - the concept of humans turning into anthropomorphised animals.
I have an idea of how this might be achieved.
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Proposal
Note that this proposal focuses on fixing all the plotholes in the story, not how to best integrate the signature "Trigger" action into the writing.
Currently, its writing has tons of problems, meaning all the characters act irrationally and the plot is full of "pretzel logic".
For example:

• "Beastmen VS Humans" makes zero sense.
• Beastmen prefer to live like humans and appear in human form (they all have human forms) despite the war crimes that humans repeatedly committed against them.
• Beastmen keep attacking their own kind irrationally.
• Nirvasyl Syndrome (or "Angry Beastman Disease") defeats the theme of racism.
• Backstories make no sense/not elaborated.
• Michiru Kagemori is the dumbest protagonist ever.

But, the show also has a lot of good things that fans would like to see more of.
For example:

• Action-packed fighting between Beastmen resembling various animals.
• Beautiful art style.
• Potential for great conflicts and themes.
• Very cute protagonist (see Jackisboy's video).

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I might have a solution that can solve all the plot holes:
Instead of Beastmen and Humans always having been separate species, change the lore so that Beastmen and Humans used to be one and the same - normal human beings. Beastmen would be re-defined as Humans who have gained the ability to transform between a Beast form and a Human form.
This way:

• Humans hate Beastmen due to the impression of a diseased race of people.
• Beastmen prefer to live like humans and appear in human form because they are all still human at heart.
• Beastmen attack their own kind because they abuse their animalistic abilities, and it is not limited to just angry beastmen.
• Nirvasyl Syndrome - we can either do away with it, change it into propaganda spread by Beastmen haters, or change it into an artificially-made disease made by Sylvasta.

As for the protagonist's poor decision-making and lack of backstory, that can be changed by elaborating on her backstory in the first episode and tweaking her personality so that "heroic dumbass" is an explicit part of it.
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If I could re-write BNA...
... I would stretch the original plot from 12 episodes to 3 seasons with 12 episodes each.

Season 1
Michiru escapes to a island that has been transformed into Anima City. She learns to become comfortable in her own skin and gains friends there, including Shirou Ogami and "the bears", who are a basketball team (and NOT a baseball team)
In the background, Mayor Rose is doing a bad job at being the mayor of the city, which leads to lots of social-economic issues in Anima City, which leads to lots of crime.
[insert human terrorists here]
[insert beastmen mafia here]

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Season 2
A new religion has arisen in Anima City that claims to be led by the "Silver Wolf" god. Turns out it's just Michiru's high-school friend, Nazuna. Michiru faces off with Nazuna as she builds her religion.
Shiout Ogami reveals himself to just Michiru to be the true, original, Silver Wolf.
In the end, Nazuna's lie falls apart and all the beastmen rise up against her. Nazuna gives up seeking to become an "idol" and leaves Michiru's life once again.
In the background, however, Alan Sylvasta of the cooperation Sylvasta Pharmaceutical is running to be the new mayor. In the end, he is finally elected as the new mayor and Mayor Rose is kicked out.

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Season 3
After achieving a good research & development company and gaining political power, as well as the favour of the Beastmen, Alan Sylvasta can finally chase his ultimate goal: gaining divine power and becoming the god of the Beastmen.
He rebuilds a ton of infrastructure in Anima City, not just to improve it and serve its citizens better, but to replicate the appearance of the "first Animal City", which is where Shirou was from.
He also researches how to become a beastmen and uses Michiru's DNA to secretly turn himself into a wolf beastmen.
In the end, Alan Sylvasta builds a giant pentagram stage. He stands and the centre and holds a giant congregation all around the centre. He replicates the series of events that turned Shirou Ogami from a regular wolf beastmen into a deity and succeeds in becoming a big yellow wolf god thingy.
Shirou Ogami transforms into his god form and fights Alan Sylvasta. An epic flashy god fight ensues. Shirou wins.
The remaining beastmen who are still alive decide to flee Anima City because they no longer believe that they will ever get a good leader. However, Michiru convinces Shirou to lead the Beastmen and be the new-new mayor of Anima City.
In the end, Shirou reluctantly agrees to lead the small portion of Beastmen who still believe in Anima City.

Note that I'm not sure if a re-make of BNA should repeat all the storylines from the original. While that would give a lot of respect for the original, I am afraid that it might be boring to see the same thing playing out in a different way.
After all, this is a world that should be more about the tons of humans being discriminated against because they gained the ability to turn into animal-human hybrids, not a world where two people are trying to become God! A "furry" show should be about the "furry concept" and all its ethical issues!
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Additional Notes
BNA currently dances around many themes, but one theme that should stand out the most is "Identity". It is better for the show to focus on this central theme and branch off from it for different characters.

• Season 1: Michiru could struggle between choosing to rebuild her "human" life or to develop a new "beastmen" life.
• Season 2: Nazuna believes that because she has powers like that of a god, she ought to assume the social status of a god (to become popular).
• Season 3: Alan Sylvasta is power hungry??? The theme of identity does not fit very well here. Perhaps he thinks that a good leader should gain god powers or something.

Theme is very important. The YouTuber LocalScriptMan talks about themes much better than I can.
I'm not a writing guru. I only picked up writing as a hobby about a year ago. These are just my thoughts on the show. If anyone wants to pick up on this idea and re-make BNA, please do.
Credit me.
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Video Links
The YouTube reviews I watched:

• Bna (Brand New Animal) Worst Written Show This Season - LostTrigger
• How BNA (Brand New Animal) Handles Racism - LostTrigger
• Brand New FURRY Anime (BNA Review) - SonicHaXD
• Brand New Animal Isn't That Great - Kross
• BNA could've been better, I guess - Bruce Juice
• BNA (Brand New Animal) is terrible, and here's why - Jackisboy

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TL:DR - change BNA lore so that beastmen are humans that have become beastmen so the plotholes regarding "Beastmen acting like humans" are all filled up and so better conflict can be imagined.

Hi, so I wanna microdose topical min on temples because my heart is messed up (ectopic beats, nothing super serious, and I've already tried normal doses and got chest pain and stuff), but I need it on my temples imo.
Anyone got any tips? I'm thinking of using q tips to just rub it on (pun intended).
If I spray foam into a shot glass and leave it somewhere to dip a q tip, will the min degrade? Thats my other question. Many thanks.
I already use Fin and topical cetirizine, stemoxydine and resveratrol

I swear I've done it like 12 times already, I've been fighting him and thought OH maybe getting the sage of lightning might help! But it doesn't! I have a default not upgraded fierce deity set, a captain lll reaper and up to 50 sheild durability. And 24 gibdo bones. And at the highest a 30 mighty construct bow, my strategy is run away as fast as I possibly can with one stamina bar (20 hearts) AND SHOOT IT IN THE EYES. It's not working, please help me
(Sorry I suck at writing)

My husband grounded our son (9y) one-sided without discussing with me. I just go along with it to be supportive of him. He said no screen time for 5 days but then he said a week. (That's another issue - he is very flakey so I asked him to write the end-time on our white board which he refused.)
The reason for the punishment was that our son sneaked and ate some sweets and lied about it. The food had been a gift and we already had 3 portions at lunch and were saving the last 3 portions for the next day, so it was particularly 'bad' to do. I don't think my husband punishing our child is a reasonable response to this problem but I let him do his thing. Please note, I am taking my son to therapy so we can effectively work on the eating and sneaking, but we just started a few weeks ago so we still have a way to go.
My son and I have been watching a TV show for many months and we have 2 episodes left. We watch at night if we don't have other plans and his homework is done, so it is about twice a week. Last night we were free so I told my son we can watch our show together if he earns some time to do so. He needed to have his hw ready, be showered, and help with a few chores. But my husband said that I shouldn't let him watch TV since he is grounded (his words). I thought that screen time meant if our son used the devices himself. For example, he's not getting the tablet, can't watch shows or play video games after school, etc. My husband says I'm undermining him. I think we still need some down time. If a kid was actually grounded (like has to stay home), he would still have to go out with his family and do what they want, right? Or would the family hire a sitter to watch the kid when they go out for dinner for example?
I really feel hurt that my husband took away this from me and my son this week. I listened to him because I want to be supportive but I still feel hurt. He also blames me for being permissive when I was the one who is getting results - homework done, shower done, chores done. His attack on my character clouds my perspective, and since I don't agree with his punishment in the first place and I think his timelines and rules are flakey, that doesn't help matters.
So can you help me figure this out? Should a kid with no screen time privilege not be allowed to watch the TV show his parent chose, when they chose, and under the conditions they chose? As I started with, my husband chose this punishment without discussing with me, so its not like we could work out the details. Usually if I take away screen time privilege, it just means I take away access to electronics, and don't let him have the TV remote or pick a movie, but we wouldn't specifically keep the TV off. (We don't watch a lot of tv though.) Have we been doing privileges wrong and that's why my son misbehaves?

I’m currently watching a 5 month old & she doesn’t have any scheduled routines. The only thing I follow is what her parents do—eat every 3-4 hours. We’ve struggled since the beginning with naps as parents don’t have a bedtime or nap time routine either. I’ve tried rocking , white noise machines, mamaroo & baby wearing but nothing works. The parents advice was to set her on the ground in front of the tv and she was fall asleep. ( I know it’s a little odd.) I’ve reluctantly tried & it didn’t work. Also, I don’t feel comfortable leaving her sleep on the ground because I have a toddler and it just really doesn’t feel safe. I’m just so lost on what to do. She will sleep in my arms but fights it so much at first , she just screams and then wakes up if I put her down. I wish I could do set times for her, but due to me not knowing what her feeding schedule will be that day, it makes it difficult. I’m just at such a loss. I’m also currently 30 weeks pregnant with twins so holding her while she’s sleeping isn’t the most comfortable. Any advice?

https://turtletimeline.com/raspberry-pi-chatgpt-and-the-digitally-analog-camera/

Bridging the digital and analog realms in photography with Raspberry Pi, eInk display, and ChatGPT

Photography has always been about encapsulating moments, bottling up time in a frame to savor later. The charm of the Polaroid camera, with its instantly gratifying, tangible capture of life’s fleeting instants, is a timeless allure. Now imagine intertwining this nostalgic appeal with the digital efficiency of our current age.
This thought sparked the Digitally Analog Camera. Melding Raspberry Pi’s compact computing prowess, distinctive eInk display technology, and code generated with ChatGPT, this novel camera is a testament to the harmonious coexistence of nostalgia and advancement, redefining our engagement with the art of photography.

A tribute to the Polaroid legacy

Do you remember the Polaroid camera? It encapsulated moments instantly into a physical photo – a tangible memory to keep and cherish. This project harnesses the essence of the Polaroid, infusing it with a dose of modern technological advancement, creating a camera that merges the digital and analog domains.

The power of Raspberry Pi and eInk display

This innovative camera employs Raspberry Pi, a compact computer module known for its versatility in a wide array of projects. Additionally, the camera utilizes an eInk display, which stands apart from conventional LCD or LED screens. The display operates on microcapsules that shift between black and white based on electrical pulses, maintaining the displayed image indefinitely once the power is turned off.

From concept to creation

The creation of the Digitally Analog Polaroid Camera follows a simple yet effective procedure. A press of a button triggers a script, activating the Raspberry Pi and the camera module. The image captured is then enhanced with custom artistic effects, courtesy of a custom code generated with ChatGPT. The image, now stored within the Raspberry Pi, is sent to the eInk display, showcasing it until the next photo is taken.

Bringing ideas to life

This camera doesn’t just bridge the digital-analog divide; it brings creative ideas to life, enabling even those without a background in coding to engage with the process. The design and assembly of the camera casing, combined with the potential for added functions, makes this project both an innovative and interactive venture.

From the designer’s desk

“Overall, I’m thrilled with how this project turns out and I’m so grateful for ChatGPT’s help,” Nico Tangara, the designer of the Digitally Analog Polaroid Camera, commented. The camera presents a unique blend of old and new, promising a captivating photographic experience.

Capturing the future, remembering the past

As we reflect on this innovative endeavor, we see more than just a nostalgic homage to the Polaroid era. We see a vision of how technology can complement and enhance our innate human fondness for tangible memories. In this fusion, lies a reminder that advancement and nostalgia are not mutually exclusive but can coexist and enrich each other in profound ways.

Heads up, spoilers for Bleach ahead. It’s a ~13 y/o episode so I think I’m in the clear.
While doing P12 I instantly saw a similarity between Athena’s Theos form and Aizen from Bleach. First off, I’m not accusing anyone of copying, this is just some parallels I noticed.
Physical appearance. Both are white and purple butterflies with multiple wings. They also both have a purple, galaxy colored orb in their chest with a hollow cage around it.
Motive. Athena and Aizen have the goal of ascending their ancient form to become a literal god.
The hero. In FF the WoL is part ancient (8/14 after Arbert joined us). And in Bleach, Ichigo is part soul reaper (which is what Aizen is). This one is sort of a stretch, but idc.
Vessel. In FF, Athena planed to use to Ericthonius as a vessel to finalize her plans. In Bleach, the key to Aizen’s plan was to get the Hogyuku out of its current vessel, Rukia.
The similarity in their physical form is what triggered this rabbit hole. Again, not accusing anyone of copying anything.

So I’ve been a fan of Melanie since she was on the Voice. I adore her music and how she can convey such emotion through her songs. I even got the chance to get front row tickets for her crybaby tour. But she ended up getting very sick and canceling the rest of the tour. At the very least I know she canceled the Denver show. I was so disappointed I couldn’t see her. So I said I’d buy tickets to her next tour as soon as I could.
So that’s what I did. I had tickets to her very first show in Denver on Tuesday. I was so excited I finally got the chance to go see her. I brought my best friend with me because she’s also a big Melanie fan. Understand I have been waiting to finally get to see Mel since 2015. Of course my friend and I had gotten a few drinks when we got there. Unfortunately, it hit her too hard. I was trying to move around the crowd so I could actually see Melanie but when I did that, my friend started to stumble. I tried to get her to somewhere we could sit down but the concert workers saw my friend and knew she was too drunk. Long story short I ended up getting kicked out because my friend got too drunk.
Since this has happened, I’ve been absolutely crushed. My heart feels so broken right now. I know it’s just a concert but this is the second time I couldn’t get to experience her. I know it sounds like it’s my friends fault but it’s really not. I shouldn’t have encouraged her to drink either. But fuck I just want to scream I don’t know what to do right now. On top of it that night was just awful in general since I also lost my glasses. I just had to get this off my chest so I can stop crying about it. I need to move on with my life but this whole thing is just sitting on my mind and I can’t think about anything else. Everytime I hear one of her songs now I just want to cry. I didn’t even get to see her since I didn’t have my glasses. I heard like 20 minutes of the album from backstage in the medic area.
If anyone has any advice or something I don’t know.

I've noticed how many ignorant people claim to know it all and yet know nothing.Ive heard the words "white people can't experience racism". Bullsh!t!!. Racism : it's in the word itself negative criticisms towards race.ANY RACE. Everyone experiences racism.It can be done from anyone towards anyone. If white people can't experience racism.Wth did I experience at the age of 6 then ? Made fun of the way I look.The language I speak.The food I bring to school.The clothes I wear.The way my hair was styled.The way I would speak in my mother language with my friends or parents.The way my name sounded and was spelled. That was all pure racism.Not only from kids but teachers themselfs.I would be the forgotten one.Teachers wouldn't even try to remember my name.Wouldnt even talk to me. All because I was from another country...

And this is why friends stay friends. So your 'bestie' just had another huge fight with his or her SO and is busy pouring their heart, saying how the other person made them cry, and how much they value your friendship and emotional support etc. The next day you check your social media and your 'bestie' has posted a gushing hagiography about this SO that had them in tears mere hours before. What are you doing wrong? Why is your friend still dating that asshole while you act as her emotional dumpster? You know they had fantastic make-up sex while you went to bed alone.
Well the reason is clear; you are pursuing a toxic person who needs conflict in their relationships to be turned on and have their interest captured. They don't see any attraction in you because you do not fight with them and treat them like trash. Like an anorexic will look in the mirror and see a lard-ass, these people look at abuse and see love. It has originated in childhood trauma, a dysfunctional relationship with one or both of the parents, and most likely a dysfunctional relationship between the parents, which has served as the blueprint for how they end up with all the assholes they bang and then come crying to you about.
What to do? Realize that this person is broken. You probably already know this on some level. Realize that you cannot fix or save broken people, and even if you could, why waste potentially years of your life fixing damaged goods, when you could be spending that time enjoying a relationship with someone who values your presence in their lives. Take the leap and walk away from this kind of friend, because if you don't you will end up as miserable and as broken as they are, mistaking their increasing emotional abuse for getting closer to a relationship with them.

I started to have severe changes in my body and mind; loss of feeling sensations, severe changes in personality, alertness being completely gone, confusion, disorientation, etc.
I suspected I was having seizures or something in my sleep because I had times where I recalled waking up on the floor and my heart was beating fast or just my head jerking at times, long story short I got a CT and MRI which both came back normal.
Things have kept getting worse for me, and I decided to record my sleep and last night something happened; my eyes opened during my sleep and were moving around (left and right and rolling back) and shortly before my arms and body tightened, I don’t know what seizures look like but I have this on video and I was wondering if someone could view it maybe and tell me what this could be?
Thank you

Hey together,
for a long time now I've been trying to figure the name of a manga I once saw at a bookstore. It has been at least 10 years I'd say. I really don't know much of it anymore, except for the cover art a bit. I remember seeing a guy (I think he had white hair), standing in the foreground and holding some kind of weapons with a chain attached to them. Also, above him was a helicopter. I knot that is not really much to work with, but I thought I'd give it a try and ask here. Any ideas? Thanks in advance.

A well kept man sat on the ground on the corner of a busy street downtown with his head in his lap midafternoon.
“Having a rough day”, I asked as I walked towards his direction. He looked up, eyes barley able to focus on me as he rocked side to side. “Yeah”, his voice cracked with his response.
“What’s going on man, let’s talk about it” I said as I stared at the half full bottle of white wine that sat beside him.
“Do you really care?” he asked me three times and I reassured him each time before he shared with me the outcome of his DWI court case.
We talked for a little bit longer and I told him he can’t keep doing “this” while pointing to the wine bottle and asked if I could pray with him. It was my first time ever openly praying with someone since I gave my life to Christ last year.
I held his hand and sat beside him and prayed. Afterwards I asked him to stand up so I could give him a hug and watched the tears fall from his eyes. I asked him to get home safety and he said he would because he lived right down the street.
I cried internally as I walked off from him to meet back up with my ex who walked off and left me by myself in another significant moment in my life where I wanted her there as support when I was trying to be supportive of someone else.
I walked beside her silently and threw my half empty gas station cup of red wine in the trash can on the corner of the street.
I tried my best to help the man on the corner, and in all honesty he helped me. I released the two things that hand the strongest hold on me, my ex and the bottle.