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Madeleine Hinch is Britain's first female Olympic field hockey title

Madeleine Hinch was born in 1988. Her journey into field field hockey began unexpectedly. It was a schoolteacher who pointed out her exceptional catching and diving skills during a rounders match, a perfect combo for becoming a goalkeeper. Initially reluctant to play in goal, she grew accustomed to the role with each passing season. This perseverance led to a promising medal at the Youth Olympic Games. In 2008, Madeleine won her first international cap. Unfortunately, she narrowly missed out on a place on the British team for the London Games. Nevertheless, the athlete quickly established herself as a pillar of the squad. In 2014, she won her first international medal with England, silver at the Commonwealth Games.

Two years later, Madeleine was at her very best at the Rio Olympics. With composure and precision, the goalkeeper pulled off a remarkable feat, saving all four penalties in the final against the Netherlands. This performance in clutch time earned her the first British title in the history of field field hockey. She continued her rise by winning bronze at the 2018 Commonwealth Games before announcing a temporary retirement from the international scene.

In May 2019, Madeleine made her return to the national team, and in 2022 she won her only gold medal at the Commonwealth Games. In March 2023, she officially announced her retirement from the sport.

How do I give in to my husband's wife sharing fantasy?

My husband wanted to share me with his best friend. I was very much against it on moral grounds. He was nice enough and treated me well when he was over at our house. He had flirted with me a few times but always restrained and subtle, more like pleasant flattery about my hair or how I was dressed than anything sexual. My husband asked me once if I thought I would hate having sex with his friend. I told that I most likely wouldn’t hate it actually doing it but I would hate how I felt about myself for doing it.

I’m not a religious girl but I am spiritual and having sex outside my marriage didn’t sit well with me spiritually. He told me several times that I had his permission to cheat and therefore it wouldn’t be cheating, perhaps that’s true, but for me it would still feel like cheating. Sometime after that, he asked me if there was anything I wanted to do that I hadn’t been doing where his friend could accompany me.

I knew he was trying to find something that I’d find acceptable to go somewhere or do something that would have me spending time with his friend in hopes it would lead to something. I really did miss cultural activities like art museums, theater, symphony concerts, it was really a long list. He’d never refused to got with me but over the 8 years of our marriage, his lack of interest and enthusiasm meant I went less often with him. I did do those kinds of things by myself or with a girlfriend but gradually went less and less often.

So I told him that yes, if his friend wanted to go to an art museum with me, I would go. His friend wasn’t all that knowledgeable about art but he was curious and most importantly, he listened to me. He was genuinely attentive to my thoughts and feelings. That’s how it began and we did things like that more often and before too long, we were dating. What I mean my dating is that he took me places, we talked and laughed and I let him kiss me.

After a few dates where he kissed me, I found myself getting sexually aroused when we kissed and at some point I came to the realization that I wanted him to seduce me. I wanted to get myself into a compromising situation and just let things proceed gently but inevitably into letting him take complete advantage of me. I didn’t want to have to take responsibility for actually making a decision to allow him to have sex with me.

He must have known what it would take. He took me to an opera performance out of town. The only part of it I really planned was I bought a new nightgown, tastefully but alluring. That’s how I gave in to my husband’s wife sharing fantasy. One small step at a time. I feel something like that might work for you, assuming it’s something you really want to do.

As long as I see you, touch you, smell you, kiss you, My day automatically gets 10 times better Your presence is like a ray of sunshine Warming my heart and soul with love

Every smile from your lips Brightens the darkest corners of my mind Every word spoken by you Feels like a melody soothing my soul

I feel complete when I'm with you Like two puzzle pieces fitting perfectly together Your essence lingers in the air around me A sweet fragrance that intoxicates my senses

And when our lips meet in a tender kiss It's like fireworks exploding in the sky An electrifying spark that ignites passion within me Turning ordinary moments into extraordinary memories

You are my sunshine on a rainy day My anchor in a stormy sea of life With you by my side, I am invincible As long as I have you, my day automatically gets 10 times better.

HOW TO TURN ON WOMEN

1. Display confidence in yourself and your actions.

2. Pay attention to what she says and show interest in her thoughts.

3. Compliment her focusing on both physical and personal attributes.

4. Communicate openly and honestly.

5. Make her laugh with your sense of humor.

6. Surprise her with romantic gestures.

7. Take the lead in initiating physical intimacy, and show your manly desire.

8. Always be aware of her boundaries.

9. Be empathetic towards her feelings and experiences.

10. Use gentle touches to convey your attraction.

11. Maintain Personal Hygiene.

12. Dress in a way that makes you feel confident and attractive.

13. Share and explore new experiences together.

Breakfast in bed. I love it It's a habit I can't stop But it's so pleasant

Have a good start to the week.........

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20 Ways to Show Anger in Your Writing

Here’s a list of 20 signs of anger that writers can use to show, rather than tell, a character’s emotions through physical, verbal, and internal reactions:

1. Facial Expressions

Clenched jaw or grinding teeth

Narrowed or glaring eyes

Lips pressed into a thin line or curled into a sneer

2. Body Language

Fists clenched tightly at their sides

Tense shoulders that rise or square up

Puffing out the chest or stepping closer to confront

3. Speech Patterns

Voice lowered to a dangerous, icy tone

Shouting or raising their voice suddenly

Speaking in short, clipped sentences

4. Breathing Changes

Heavy, rapid breathing (nostrils flaring)

Sharp inhales and audible exhales

Holding their breath as if trying to stay in control

5. Sudden Physical Movements

Slamming fists onto tables or walls

Pacing back and forth restlessly

Pointing a finger or jabbing the air during speech

6. Uncontrolled Gestures

Shoving objects off a desk or knocking over a glass

Finger tapping or knuckle cracking

Wrapping arms tightly around themselves

7. Temperature and Flushes

Red face, neck, or ears

Visible veins on the neck or forehead

Breaking into a sweat despite the situation

8. Eye Movements

Eyes darting or rolling sharply

Avoiding direct eye contact out of fury

Staring someone down with unblinking intensity

9. Words and Tone

Cursing, insults, or verbal jabs

Sarcasm sharpened to hurt others

Accusations thrown in frustration

10. Breaking Personal Space

Leaning in closer, looming over someone

Pointed steps toward another person to intimidate

Physically turning away to dismiss or avoid conflict

11. Physical Reactions

Throwing objects or breaking things in rage

Punching walls, doors, or inanimate objects

Shaking hands or trembling with pent-up anger

12. Posture Shifts

Back stiffening and chin lifting defiantly

Shoulders jerking or twitching

Rigid stance as though ready for confrontation

13. Inner Thoughts (for internal POV)

“I could feel the blood boiling in my veins.”

“The room seemed to close in on me.”

“My pulse thundered in my ears.”

14. Displacement of Anger

Kicking objects on the ground (chairs, trash bins)

Storming off abruptly or slamming doors

Snapping at someone unrelated to the cause of anger

15. Temperature Descriptions (metaphors/sensations)

Heat rushing to their face or spreading through their chest

A cold sensation washing over them, signaling restrained anger

Feeling fire “lick” at their insides or their temper “ignite”

16. Instinctive Responses

A growl or grunt escaping their lips

Baring their teeth as if instinctively defensive

Ripping or tearing something in their grip

17. Silence as a Weapon

Pausing dramatically before responding

Refusing to speak or meet someone’s eyes

The ominous quiet just before they explode

18. Physical Sensations

Muscles twitching or vibrating under the skin

Heart pounding visibly at their throat or chest

A bitter taste in their mouth or nausea from anger

19. Reactive Behaviors

Interrupting others to correct or attack

Dismissing concerns with a quick wave of the hand

Throwing out ultimatums like “Don’t push me!”

20. Lingering Aftermath

Hands trembling after the initial outburst

A headache, buzzing ears, or lingering tension

Regret or shame slowly replacing the heat of the anger

These signs can be layered together to create realistic and powerful depictions of anger, whether it’s smoldering beneath the surface or erupting violently.