Life
Be Me, a Vocal+ Member. Top Story - September 2023.
Wake up, brush teeth, look at the Vocal app. Oh, a red dot! Realize it’s only creators I’ve subscribed to posting new stories. Swallow equal parts disappointment that no one has engaged with my stories and impostor syndrome that I can’t seem to match these authors’ paces. Promise I’ll go read the new stories later.
By Stephen A. Roddewig3 years ago in Writers
Baby's Night Out. Top Story - September 2023. Content Warning.
**This story contains a mention of pregnancy and childbirth.** I just dropped my kid off at something called ‘Parent’s Night Out,' hosted by our Karate dojo. My husband is with his friends at their annual all day game we affectionately refer to as ‘all gay dame.’ So I have the night to myself. It occurred to me that I could use a clever title for my little solo excursion. My buddy Malinda offered ‘baby’s night out’ and I think that fits. It implies wandering in a childlike state of exploration for the simple pleasures in life. A rare treat for a mama with a nine to five and a husband who works most nights and weekends.
By Leslie Writes3 years ago in Writers
Releasing the Secret Enthusiasm: Investigating the Erotic Side of Composing . Content Warning.
Presentation Composing is many times seen as a consistent and organized pursuit, however underneath the surface lies a rich and sexy world ready to be investigated. Figuring out the exotic part of reviewing opens new roads for imagination and articulation. Embracing enthusiasm recorded as a hard copy delivers crude feelings and makes a more profound association between the essayist and the peruser.
By Sofiane Zerrouni3 years ago in Writers
What hymns are traditionally sung at funerals?
Traditional Funeral Hymns: A Musical Tribute to Life and Remembrance Funerals are solemn occasions where we gather to pay our respects and bid farewell to loved ones who have passed away. Music plays a significant role in these ceremonies, offering comfort, solace, and a means to express emotions that words alone may not capture. One of the enduring traditions in funeral services is the singing of hymns. In this article, we will explore some of the traditional funeral hymns that have provided solace and inspiration for generations, offering a timeless musical tribute to the departed.
By Edward Gray3 years ago in Writers
Jumbled Thoughts
I stare at the screen wondering what to write. A lot I have written has been raw and painful, but real. I never really have an initial direction for my pieces. All of this is just to find some sort of silence within me. The chaos I am surrounded by has been all-consuming and endless. Even in the nights that are supposed to be quiet, I greet the horrible thoughts like an old friend.
By Angel Adagio3 years ago in Writers
The Tragic Night Of Santika Club Fire
And so our story begins before it's over. We hope you will never forget it. It starts with a chance encounter - three hikers backpacking their way through the densely wooded terrain of the Colorado Rockies. But let's leave this tale of tragedy in the wilderness behind for now and journey to the bustling streets of Bangkok, Thailand, on a fateful New Year's Eve that would also be unforgettable.
By Emmanuel Awoyemi3 years ago in Writers
STRANGE FACTS ABOUT SOME FAMILIAR HABITS
Orange or yellow OK more garbs going from liquefying hot to freezing cold and what tone do they wear so I did a cycle of digging I was asking why it resembled that this custom isn't quite so old as you would naturally suspect most specialists have messy penmanship.
By ZEKRI Amina3 years ago in Writers
Evolution of a Writer
All my life, I’ve told stories in some way. Before I could hold a crayon, I made up stories and told them in spoken form. Before I learned how to write, I told stories by drawing pictures. The earliest story I remember “writing” was at age four. It was about a little girl who got sent to timeout because she wouldn’t take a nap, told in a series of pictures because I didn’t know how to spell the words I wanted to use. Another story from around the same time was about a dog who got a tummy ache from eating trash. These early stories were simple, inspired by real-life experiences, and not particularly noteworthy. That would come later.
By Morgan Rhianna Bland3 years ago in Writers
"The Adivasi"
I'm always enthusiastic about learning about diverse communities, delving into their rich histories, cultures, and traditions. Today, I'd like to introduce you to a fascinating tribal community known as the "Adivasi." There are countless intriguing aspects to their way of life, and I'll share some of the most captivating details with you.
By Gouri Murmu3 years ago in Writers
Then and Now
The first ever piece that I published here on Vocal is “What a Glass of Merlot Can Hold: Seeing Past the Now.” As I am writing this, I see the irony in that subtitle; perhaps deep down I knew I would be referencing it someday in the future. Reading that piece two years after writing it, I still think it’s a solid short story. However, I also noticed quite a few things I would like to edit and improve upon. I didn’t remember every detail that I chose to include so, in a way, it was like reading something new to me, yet so familiar.
By Calista Marchand-Nazzaro3 years ago in Writers
