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The Fabulist Magazine<p>Struggle and desperation brings us to the lip of tragedy, but the world itself is an epiphany that will show us a place to live and be whole. WHAT A WONDERFUL WORLD, by Esther Lee Deitch. </p><p><a href="https://fabulistmagazine.com/what-a-wonderful-world/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank"><span class="invisible">https://</span><span class="ellipsis">fabulistmagazine.com/what-a-wo</span><span class="invisible">nderful-world/</span></a> </p><p><a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/shortstory" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>shortstory</span></a><br><a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/newbeginnings" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>newbeginnings</span></a><br><a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/frog" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>frog</span></a><br><a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/river" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>river</span></a></p>
Jen Weimer<p>🌳 "Stay committed to your decisions, but stay flexible in your approach." - Tony Robbins </p><p>I am committed to protecting NH's forests but after 20 years of focusing on forest health, I am trying a new approach and will be monitoring conservation easements for The Monadnock Conservancy as their new Stewardship Assistant. I'm thrilled for the opportunity to help protect land and work with a team of exceptional people. </p><p><a href="https://flipping.rocks/tags/treetuesday" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>treetuesday</span></a> <a href="https://flipping.rocks/tags/trees" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>trees</span></a> <a href="https://flipping.rocks/tags/photogratree" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>photogratree</span></a> <a href="https://flipping.rocks/tags/treetography" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>treetography</span></a> <a href="https://flipping.rocks/tags/treesilience" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>treesilience</span></a> <a href="https://flipping.rocks/tags/forestprotection" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>forestprotection</span></a> <a href="https://flipping.rocks/tags/landconservation" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>landconservation</span></a> <a href="https://flipping.rocks/tags/stewardship" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>stewardship</span></a> <a href="https://flipping.rocks/tags/newbeginnings" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>newbeginnings</span></a> <a href="https://flipping.rocks/tags/quityourtoxicjob" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>quityourtoxicjob</span></a></p>
RHD<p>Today brought unexpectedly good news. Life is shifting again and a new chapter opens in May. Fully intend to make the most of the intervening weeks <a href="https://toot.wales/tags/outdoors" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>outdoors</span></a> as much as possible 🏃🏻‍♀️ ☀️ 🌷 🌳 👨‍🌾 <br><a href="https://toot.wales/tags/NewBeginnings" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>NewBeginnings</span></a></p>
Julian D 🏳️‍🌈 #FBPE #RejoinEU<p>GOOD MORNING! ☕ Why cling to a past tainted by misinformation? It's time for a fresh start. Let's forge a new path with the EU and secure a brighter future for the UK. <a href="https://mstdn.social/tags/RejoinEU" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>RejoinEU</span></a> <a href="https://mstdn.social/tags/NewBeginnings" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>NewBeginnings</span></a></p>
Kalvin Carefour Johnny<p>Hey there! I’m excited to share that I’ve created a new account! I’ve made the leap from <span class="h-card" translate="no"><a href="https://mastodon.social/@kaerypheur" class="u-url mention" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@<span>kaerypheur</span></a></span> (@disabled.social) to <span class="h-card" translate="no"><a href="https://mastodon.social/@kaeuryssey" class="u-url mention" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@<span>kaeuryssey</span></a></span> (@mastodon.social). I felt like it was time for a fresh start with a new username that better reflects me &amp; who I’m becoming. While I won’t be able to bring over my old posts, I’m planning to share lots of new content in a short time. Thanks for stopping by and joining me on this adventure! <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/NewAccount" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>NewAccount</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/FreshStart" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>FreshStart</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/Mastodon" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Mastodon</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/SocialMedia" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>SocialMedia</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/NewBeginnings" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>NewBeginnings</span></a></p>
GoboLinux<p>🚨 GoboLinux 017.01 - Passing the Torch 🔥</p><p>We're excited to release GoboLinux 017.01, a bug-fix update! We also announce the transition of leadership—Hisham Muhammad, founder for 25 years, steps down, with Philip Pok taking the reins. Huge thanks to Hisham, Lucas Correia Villa Real (aka paranoidd), and all our contributors!</p><p>Check out the release notes and grab your ISO here: <a href="https://gobolinux.org/index.html#content" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank"><span class="invisible">https://</span><span class="ellipsis">gobolinux.org/index.html#conte</span><span class="invisible">nt</span></a></p><p><a href="https://mastodon.online/tags/GoboLinux" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>GoboLinux</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.online/tags/opensource" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>opensource</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.online/tags/linux" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>linux</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.online/tags/newbeginnings" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>newbeginnings</span></a></p>
Psychozoic Era<p>Living in the past is like walking with chains on—heavy, exhausting, and pointless. It drains your energy, traps you in old stories, and stops you from seeing the possibilities right in front of you. The past is a chapter, not the whole book. Close it and start writing a new one!</p><p><a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/BreakFree" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>BreakFree</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/LiveInTheNow" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>LiveInTheNow</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/NewBeginnings" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>NewBeginnings</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/ElevateYourMind" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>ElevateYourMind</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/MoveForward" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>MoveForward</span></a></p>
MyrrhandaFirst Buds of Spring<br> <a href="https://pixelfed.social/discover/tags/nature?src=hash" class="u-url hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#nature</a> <a href="https://pixelfed.social/discover/tags/newmoon?src=hash" class="u-url hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#newmoon</a> <a href="https://pixelfed.social/discover/tags/newlife?src=hash" class="u-url hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#newlife</a> <a href="https://pixelfed.social/discover/tags/newgrowth?src=hash" class="u-url hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#newgrowth</a> <a href="https://pixelfed.social/discover/tags/newbeginnings?src=hash" class="u-url hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#newbeginnings</a>
YouSweet42<p>“The beginning is always today.” <br>– Mary Shelley 📖</p><p>It's the first day of spring in the northern hemisphere: Time for new beginnings! 🌸<br>So I finally did it: I deactivated my account on the notorious toXic platform–and I must admit that it feels great. 🥳 <br>So hello again &amp; Happy Springtime, everyone! 👋 💐</p><p><a href="https://literatur.social/tags/LeavingTwitter" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>LeavingTwitter</span></a> <br><a href="https://literatur.social/tags/LeavingX" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>LeavingX</span></a> <br><a href="https://literatur.social/tags/newbeginning" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>newbeginning</span></a> <br><a href="https://literatur.social/tags/newbeginnings" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>newbeginnings</span></a> <br><a href="https://literatur.social/tags/newbeginnings2025" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>newbeginnings2025</span></a><br><a href="https://literatur.social/tags/spring" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>spring</span></a> <br><a href="https://literatur.social/tags/springtime" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>springtime</span></a> <br><a href="https://literatur.social/tags/springtime2025" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>springtime2025</span></a></p>
Sport Trend News<p>Cooper Kupp's embarking on a new adventure with the Seahawks! ✈️ Excited to see what he brings to the Emerald City. <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/Seahawks" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Seahawks</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/NFL" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>NFL</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/Kupp" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Kupp</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/NewBeginnings" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>NewBeginnings</span></a></p><p>🔔 Stay informed here <a href="https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/44309037/seahawks-kupp-pushes-real-tough-situation-rams" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank"><span class="invisible">https://www.</span><span class="ellipsis">espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/443090</span><span class="invisible">37/seahawks-kupp-pushes-real-tough-situation-rams</span></a></p>
Psychozoic Era<p>Get away from the programmed script we’ve all been taught to follow. Change your beliefs and create a future that makes you jump out of bed in the morning, excited for what’s ahead!</p><p><a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/MindsetShift" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>MindsetShift</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/BreakTheCycle" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>BreakTheCycle</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/CreateYourFuture" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>CreateYourFuture</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/LevelUp" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>LevelUp</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/NewBeginnings" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>NewBeginnings</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/ElevateYourLife" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>ElevateYourLife</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/WakeUpExcited" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>WakeUpExcited</span></a></p>
CA Cavalier<p>This is weird… I’ve been on Facebook for 10+ years, and now I’m here, starting over. It feels like moving to a new neighborhood—figuring out where everything is, meeting new people, and hoping the vibe is good. 🚪🔑 Excited to see where this goes! <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/Mastodon" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Mastodon</span></a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/NewBeginnings" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>NewBeginnings</span></a></p>
Jonathan Steele<p>Divorce can be complex, emotionally taxing, and financially draining, especially in the initial stages.</p><p>Read more: <a href="https://steelefamlaw.com/article/avoid-these-pitfalls-top-10-mistakes-people-make-early-in-divorce" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank"><span class="invisible">https://</span><span class="ellipsis">steelefamlaw.com/article/avoid</span><span class="invisible">-these-pitfalls-top-10-mistakes-people-make-early-in-divorce</span></a></p><p><a href="https://esq.social/tags/NewBeginnings" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>NewBeginnings</span></a> <a href="https://esq.social/tags/FamilyLaw" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>FamilyLaw</span></a> <a href="https://esq.social/tags/DivorceSupport" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>DivorceSupport</span></a></p>
Jonathan Steele<p>Divorce raises tough questions about privacy.Many ex-spouses wonder if it’s legal to monitor their former partner’s emails, phone, or whereabouts.</p><p>Read more: <a href="https://steelefamlaw.com/article/can-your-ex-legally-spy-on-you-navigating-digital-privacy-in-an-illinois-divorce" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank"><span class="invisible">https://</span><span class="ellipsis">steelefamlaw.com/article/can-y</span><span class="invisible">our-ex-legally-spy-on-you-navigating-digital-privacy-in-an-illinois-divorce</span></a></p><p><a href="https://esq.social/tags/FamilyLaw" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>FamilyLaw</span></a> <a href="https://esq.social/tags/Confidentiality" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Confidentiality</span></a> <a href="https://esq.social/tags/Privacy" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Privacy</span></a> <a href="https://esq.social/tags/DivorceSupport" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>DivorceSupport</span></a> <a href="https://esq.social/tags/CyberSecurity" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>CyberSecurity</span></a> <a href="https://esq.social/tags/NewBeginnings" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>NewBeginnings</span></a></p>
Brother Soul<p>58 years around the sun today. And I'm grateful. </p><p>Brother</p><p><a href="https://mstdn.social/tags/birthday" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>birthday</span></a> <a href="https://mstdn.social/tags/newbeginnings" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>newbeginnings</span></a> <a href="https://mstdn.social/tags/live" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>live</span></a> <a href="https://mstdn.social/tags/life" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>life</span></a> <a href="https://mstdn.social/tags/love" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>love</span></a> (the real kind) <a href="https://mstdn.social/tags/labr" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>labr</span></a> <a href="https://mstdn.social/tags/loveabrotherradio" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>loveabrotherradio</span></a></p>
RHD<p>Equipment returned, staff badge handed back. End of an era for me and the start of new one. <br>The Spring weather couldn’t have been more appropriate for a last lunch time walk around Alexandra Gardens<br><a href="https://toot.wales/tags/Spring" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>Spring</span></a> <a href="https://toot.wales/tags/NewBeginnings" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>NewBeginnings</span></a></p>
Jonathan Steele<p>Divorce is a difficult journey for the whole family.Telling your children about an impending separation may be one of the toughest conversations you’ll ever have.</p><p>Read more: <a href="https://steelefamlaw.com/article/new-beginnings-guiding-your-children-through-divorce-with-care-and-confidence" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank"><span class="invisible">https://</span><span class="ellipsis">steelefamlaw.com/article/new-b</span><span class="invisible">eginnings-guiding-your-children-through-divorce-with-care-and-confidence</span></a></p><p><a href="https://esq.social/tags/NewBeginnings" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>NewBeginnings</span></a> <a href="https://esq.social/tags/DivorceSupport" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>DivorceSupport</span></a> <a href="https://esq.social/tags/FamilyLaw" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>FamilyLaw</span></a></p>
Jonathan Steele<p>Divorce can be a perilous time for survivors of domestic violence.Studies have shown that the period surrounding separation is often the most dangerous – 77% of domestic violence–related homicides occur upon or shortly after separation​.</p><p>Read more: <a href="https://steelefamlaw.com/article/safeguarding-survivors-online-essential-cybersecurity-measures-in-high-risk-divorces" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank"><span class="invisible">https://</span><span class="ellipsis">steelefamlaw.com/article/safeg</span><span class="invisible">uarding-survivors-online-essential-cybersecurity-measures-in-high-risk-divorces</span></a></p><p><a href="https://esq.social/tags/NewBeginnings" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>NewBeginnings</span></a> <a href="https://esq.social/tags/FamilyLaw" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>FamilyLaw</span></a> <a href="https://esq.social/tags/DivorceSupport" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>DivorceSupport</span></a></p>
Jonathan Steele<p>Divorce professionals are increasingly encountering hidden digital assets – from cryptocurrencies to online businesses – that spouses conceal to avoid sharing in a settlement.This report explores how open-source intelligence (OSINT) techniques can help divorce attorneys, investigators, and forensic accountants identify these elusive assets.</p><p>Read more: <a href="https://steelefamlaw.com/article/unmasking-hidden-digital-assets-the-osint-advantage-in-divorce-cases" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank"><span class="invisible">https://</span><span class="ellipsis">steelefamlaw.com/article/unmas</span><span class="invisible">king-hidden-digital-assets-the-osint-advantage-in-divorce-cases</span></a></p><p><a href="https://esq.social/tags/FamilyLaw" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>FamilyLaw</span></a> <a href="https://esq.social/tags/DivorceSupport" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>DivorceSupport</span></a> <a href="https://esq.social/tags/NewBeginnings" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>NewBeginnings</span></a></p>
Jonathan Steele<p>Illinois law treats cryptocurrency much like any other asset acquired during the marriage.Under the Illinois Marriage and Dissolution of Marriage Act (IMDMA), virtually all property gained by either spouse after the wedding is considered marital property, subject to equitable division upon divorce.</p><p>Read more: <a href="https://steelefamlaw.com/article/cryptocurrency-in-illinois-divorce-property-division-and-hidden-asset-challenges-1" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank"><span class="invisible">https://</span><span class="ellipsis">steelefamlaw.com/article/crypt</span><span class="invisible">ocurrency-in-illinois-divorce-property-division-and-hidden-asset-challenges-1</span></a></p><p><a href="https://esq.social/tags/DivorceSupport" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>DivorceSupport</span></a> <a href="https://esq.social/tags/FamilyLaw" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>FamilyLaw</span></a> <a href="https://esq.social/tags/NewBeginnings" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>NewBeginnings</span></a> <a href="https://esq.social/tags/CouplesTherapy" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>CouplesTherapy</span></a> <a href="https://esq.social/tags/MarriageAdvice" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>MarriageAdvice</span></a> <a href="https://esq.social/tags/RelationshipSupport" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#<span>RelationshipSupport</span></a></p>