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Mr. Winkleberry's Christmas Wish
Once upon a time, in a small village situated between snow-capped mountains, lived a strange yet endearing old man named Mr. Winkleberry. Mr. Winkleberry was a colourful figure known for his love of all things Christmas. His happy attitude seemed to sprinkle cheer wherever he went.
By Andrew McKenzie2 years ago in Writers
The Land of 'Fire and Ice'.
Iceland, aptly named 'the land of fire and ice', is one of the most striking places on our planet. This frozen landscape is set right on top of a volcanic melting pot, which is evident in the fountains of scalding water and explosions of molten lava that escapes the crust. The end result is a landscape of stark and fiery beauty.
By Novel Allen2 years ago in Writers
A Six Pack of Writers. Top Story - November 2023.
Hi my name is Rick Henry Christopher On March 8, 2022 I created the Facebook group Vocal + Assist. I had been a creator with Vocal Media since May 25, 2021. That was during a very trying time in my life. It was a few months after I went through radiation treatments for prostate cancer. Shortly after that my mom began hallucinating pretty bad and ended up in the hospital. After that she required round the clock care having been diagnosed with dementia and Major Depressive Disorder. My brother and I taught ourselves how to care for my mom in this condition which also included the fact that she is completely blind and is now incontinent. Then my brother became sick only two months later and he passed away on January 31, 2021.
By Rick Henry Christopher 2 years ago in Writers
500 Pieces of Me. Top Story - November 2023.
So, although I have been working on NaNoWriMo and still posting here regularly, I still didn't really notice until tonight that I was hitting another milestone - 500 published pieces on Vocal. That is during the last two years, with the bulk being this year. So quite the achievement, in my mind.
By Paul Stewart2 years ago in Writers
The Story of the Beautiful Scars
I once was beautiful. I had the world at my doorsteps. I was loved by many. I was the heart of my people. People from around the world would come to see me. They would come to meet me at my father's mansion. I was the delight of many. It wasn't always like that. I did not always think highly of myself. I did not always gloated. It so happened that I met this fairy woman who told me everything I wanted. She told me everything that I could be . She impressed my father. She came to my father's mansion and she convinced him to let me see the world. And I wanted to be free. I wanted the adventure. And father allowed me to travel with some servants. I was so happy. And the Fairy Woman gave me a contract and she said I could get out of it whenever. And after I signed the contract, she said Sign your life away. I never knew what that meant. But I was free to discovered and to be discovered. I was no longer a beauty statue in my father's museum.
By Distinguished Honorary Alumni Dr. Matthew Primous2 years ago in Writers
Top 6 Superficial Relationship Expectations to Avoid
Once upon a time, in the bustling city of Metropolis, there lived a young woman named Emma. Emma was a vibrant and ambitious individual, always seeking meaningful connections with others. However, she often found herself disappointed by the superficial expectations that people brought into their relationships. Determined to navigate the complexities of human connections, Emma set out on a journey to uncover the top five superficial relationship expectations to avoid.
By Riches Avenue2 years ago in Writers
What Women Think about SEX Versus Reality
As a woman, I have always been intrigued by the societal norms and expectations surrounding sex. Growing up, I was taught that sex was something that women had to be cautious about and that a woman’s worth was often determined by her sexual behavior. However, as I grew older and had my own experiences, I realized that there was often a stark difference between what women think about sex and the reality of the situation.
By Riches Avenue2 years ago in Writers
Thanksgiving Memories. Top Story - November 2023.
Some of my happiest memories were spent at the holidays surrounded by one set of my family or another. I always considered myself lucky because I would get to feast first at one parent’s house, then at the other. Maybe that has something to do with the fact that I get quickly burned out on turkey and dressing now, getting to eat twice on the holidays.
By Mother Combs2 years ago in Writers
The Legend of the Strongest Man
I once was strong. I used to lift many barrens of water. I was the pride of my people. I could ride with the best of them. I could swim with the fastest of them. When I was young I lifted 4,000 pounds with my strong back and my strong legs. My people were a strong people. We were a smart people. We were a united people. We've been on the land for thousands of years and we thrived ever hundred years. We built this land. We reshaped this land. We grew with the wind. And we grew with the sun. And we grew with the trees. And we grew with the flowers. And our cattle ate from the grass. We were the original people. We were the original destiny of the land. And it so happened that other tribes started to face a drought and their land was not good in shape. And they kept requesting assistance food and water from us. My father was the Chief. He was a proud man. He was a great man. He was mighty warrior. And he understood the need of the other tribes but he could not jeopardize the need of his tribe. He would reason and provide as much supply as possible to these tribes. And most of the tribes were thankful except one who was led by a Shamma.
By Distinguished Honorary Alumni Dr. Matthew Primous2 years ago in Writers
