Beneaththesurface Stories

This is the first entry in my blog series "Beneath the surface". There will be ups and downs. In this series I will be talking about mental health struggles. Obstacles of everyday life and sometimes just chatting about recent things happening around me. Please join me on this journey together.

Secrets linger, hearts collide, and the past refuses to stay buried. When the boy who once shattered her world walks back into her life, a young woman must unravel the threads of their complicated history and confront the truth about love, forgiveness, and herself. But will uncovering the past tear them apart or bring them back together? May second chance ba? Paano kung may taong mas mahal ka? The past or the present?

Everyone thought Emily's death was an accident. Olivia knows better. After years away, Olivia Carter returns to her small hometown for her childhood best friend's funeral. What should've been a quiet homecoming quickly spirals into a waking nightmare. Whispers behind closed doors. A town that looks perfect on the outside, but is riddled with secrets. As Olivia digs into Emily's final days, she uncovers a web of lies, betrayal, and long-buried truths that someone is desperate to keep hidden. The deeper she searches, the more dangerous it becomes - and the more she realizes Emily's death was only the beginning. With every clue, the cracks in her once-safe world widen. Trust is broken. Loyalties are tested. And Olivia isn't sure who she can rely on - not even her own family. When a chilling message warns her to stop digging, Olivia must decide: back down and stay safe, or risk everything for the truth. Some secrets are meant to stay buried. But Olivia isn't ready to let go. Not yet.

Your entire life can change in a matter of seconds, Shelby had to find that out in a difficult yet beautiful way.

What if the person you fear the most... is the only one who knows your past? Samaira Malhotra's life shatters the night she hears a whisper in the dark- a whisper she was never supposed to remember. The city believes the Whisperer is dead. A myth. A nightmare buried years ago. But when a photo from her childhood mysteriously appears... when a locket she lost at age ten returns to her door... when a stranger mimics her mother's voice in the middle of the night... Samaira realizes the truth: her forgotten past is waking up. And standing between her and the monster from her memories... is Aarav Khan. Protective. Dangerous. Connected to her in ways she never knew. He knows her childhood better than she does. He knows what she survived. He knows why the Whisperer marked her. But the deeper Samaira falls into the maze of secrets- the closer she gets to Aarav- the darker the truth becomes. Because some memories don't stay buried. Some promises don't die. And some fears... learn your name. A love that ignites. A past that haunts. A killer who whispers. Are you brave enough to follow Samaira beneath the surface?

"Sometimes, I wish we weren't sisters. It's been so hard having you around." As tears stream down Daphne's face, her voice quivering with emotion, she looks deep into Isla's eyes and speaks with a wisdom beyond her years. "Isla, no matter how much we may struggle to understand each other, I could never bring myself to inflict such pain upon you. I believe in the power of empathy and compassion, recognizing that every person carries their own emotions and battles within. Hurting you would be a betrayal of that belief, and I could never do such a thing." The weight of Daphne's words hangs heavy in the air, causing the entire schoolyard to fall into a profound silence. Not a single sound can be heard, as everyone is captivated by the depth of emotion and wisdom emanating from Daphne's heartfelt confession.

The mahogany doors of Oakoto's headquarters, once gleaming symbols of corporate success, now seemed to groan under the weight of the company's impending doom. Rain lashed against the vast expanse of glass, mirroring the storm brewing within. Inside, the opulent lobby, once a vibrant showcase of Oakoto's power, felt eerily quiet, the hushed whispers of impending collapse replacing the usual hum of activity. Dust motes danced in the weak light filtering through the towering windows, illuminating the faded grandeur of the space. It was a fitting reflection of the company itself - outwardly magnificent, inwardly decaying. Eleanor Vance, CEO of Oakoto, paced the length of her mahogany-paneled office, her heels clicking a staccato rhythm against the polished floor. The city lights blurred through the rain-streaked windows, a kaleidoscope of colors that failed to illuminate the growing darkness in her heart. Her tailored suit, once a symbol of her unwavering confidence, now seemed to hang loosely, a testament to the weight of her responsibilities. The once-unwavering gleam in her eyes was replaced by a flickering anxiety, reflecting the precariousness of her position. The stock price had plummeted; whispers of mismanagement and sabotage echoed through the financial districts like a death knell. Her carefully constructed empire, built on years of relentless ambition, was crumbling before her eyes.

A story of self discovery and love beyond belief as Harley goes through the toughest week of her entire life as everyone dies around her. Until it's her and one other person left......

Enter Asher Reed, a new History tutor with an air of mystery shrouding him. His gruff demeanor and sharp intellect quickly catch the attention of Eli, the headmaster's son, who is used to being the center of attention. Eli is a spoiled, arrogant, and handsome young man.

Description: "When 8-year-old Jack witnesses his sister Emma's tragic death, he uncovers a web of deceit and betrayal that threatens to destroy everything. Will he find justice and healing, or will the truth tear him apart?"

Genre: BL, Romance, Drama, Celebrity Life ........................ Kai, a rising K-pop idol known for his angelic voice and squeaky-clean image, is forced into a temporary hiatus due to burnout. To avoid scandal and truly rest, his agency sends him overseas in secret. There, he meets Alex, an internationally ranked swimmer with a cold reputation and a heart full of unhealed wounds. Their worlds couldn't be more different-one thrives in the spotlight, the other finds peace underwater. But through quiet mornings by the pool and late-night talks under foreign stars, an unlikely connection blossoms. As feelings deepen, they must face a harsh reality: what sacrifices are worth making for love, and can they survive the weight of fame and expectation? ---

In a world where memories can be implanted, edited, and even stolen, Marc and Amelie's path crosses and they fall deeply in love. Amelie, however, suffers from a rare condition that prevents her from remembering memories from the past, and present.

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Beauty is found within.

In this book, I will be talking about the problems with this app and the people in it. I will mainly be talking about the app but there will be times I will talk about its users. If you feel that any problems with users apply to you, please fix it or try to.

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My journal/Diary. So here goes nothing..... Start:08-09-19

Meet Grace, a resilient 47-year-old African American woman. She's a devoted mother and wife, having celebrated 25 years of marriage. Her world revolves around her family, which includes a 19-year-old son and a 23-year-old daughter. However, in the aftermath of a devastating global pandemic, life has taken an unexpected turn for her and her children. The family grapples with the weight of post-pandemic depression. Grace, like her children, bears her own struggles with depression but chooses to keep moving forward, determined to be the rock her family needs. Despite her unwavering dedication and years of experience, Grace finds herself at odds with a world that seems to have forgotten her. She faces relentless abuse at her workplace, enduring the taunts and discrimination of her much younger coworkers. Determined not to give in, Grace embarks on a challenging journey. She must navigate the harsh reality of ageism in a job market that appears tailored for the younger Gen Z generation. Despite the obstacles in her path, she refuses to surrender to the sense of obsolescence that threatens to consume her. "Beneath the Surface" is a poignant tale of a mother's tenacity, a family's struggle with depression, and an unwavering fight against discrimination and ageism. Grace's journey will inspire, uplift, and resonate with readers as they delve into the complex and ever-relevant issues of our time.

Sometimes all you need is a spark of courage and faith Inspired by Beneath The Surface by Sasha M and Miss Lou https://youtu.be/lXa4GODuzXg Please give the song a listen, it's beautiful