Amanda Mitchell
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Stories (52/0)
Dream or Nightmare?
2022 was the year I became an adult. I don’t mean I turned 18, no, I was 22. What I mean is that I hit every single milestone that would classify as ‘part of growing up’. In February, I moved out of my parents house and into my very first apartment. Alone. There wasn’t a single scrap of food, decorative mug, or pair of socks in that apartment that wasn't mine. It was a dream come true. However, being the sole housekeeper to a 700 square foot home proved harder than I thought. Dishes pile up, laundry gets put off, and don’t get me started with grocery shopping. (Seriously, I was at Wegmans 3 times a week.) As time went on I got better at managing it but putting responsibilities before play is never fun.
By Amanda Mitchell12 months ago in Petlife
My experience aboard an Amtrak train
Late August of 2021 my father and I decided to take a ride aboard the Amtrak train. The idea came about after a late-night deep dive on YouTube, and after seeing countless travel videos we were inspired to take a ride of our own.
By Amanda Mitchell3 years ago in Wander
One more day
When you’ve avoided a place for so long, visiting it again can feel like living in a dream. My memory had lost some of the details, more like dulled them overtime, making the garden seem more surreal than I thought it would. The marigolds litter the ground, bright pinks and cheerful yellows bringing a welcoming atmosphere to an otherwise vacant garden. In the center sat a large fountain, a solid presence in the ever changing landscape. When I was younger I used to visit the fountain, offering up pennies in exchange for a wish. When my wish didn’t immediately come true, I would take back my penny. Even then I knew better than to hold onto false hope. I reached in to feel the water cascading downwards but stopped when I remembered how dirty the water must be.
By Amanda Mitchell3 years ago in Fiction
How to Start A Podcast
I have yet again fallen victim to a social media trend. First, I wanted to be a Youtuber( Failed miserably.) Then, I wanted to be Instafamous. ( Ha yeah right.) I even tried Tiktoking my way to fame and fortune. ( Didn’t last a month.) Now, since I am a glutton for punishment, I have decided that I should start a podcast.
By Amanda Mitchell3 years ago in Journal
- Top Story - July 2021
How I've made $1,000 from VocalTop Story - July 2021
On February 18th, 2021, I became an active member on Vocal. I was interested in the platform after seeing an advertisement on Instagram for one of the challenges with a $20,000 prize. Now, I am officially five months into my Vocal membership, and have become quite fond of all aspects of the community. I have written more in the last few months than I would’ve ever expected, and I've enjoyed every minute of it. Vocal’s pay per view system, littered with bonuses has kept my attention and provided motivation to continue writing. After being on the platform for almost half a year, I have learned that although you will get a fair amount from writing on the platform, investing in it may make you a bit more.
By Amanda Mitchell3 years ago in Journal
Vocal; inspired by you
I started writing on Vocal late February of 2021 after seeing an advertisement for, ‘The Little Black Book’ challenge. After three months and 30 stories, I have fallen completely in love with being a creator on Vocal. Vocal has exceeded my wildest dreams in all aspects and yet I continue to be amazed.
By Amanda Mitchell3 years ago in Journal
Not Knowing Kills Me
It’s been said that when you die, God answers all your lifelong questions. As much as I would like to know the meaning of life and how to solve world hunger, the questions that have haunted me are not as existential. What would really give me peace is to know the truth behind some of the biggest true crime stories.
By Amanda Mitchell3 years ago in Criminal
How To Succeed In a Video Job Interview
I am a young professional eager to learn as I grow into my life long career. After graduating high school, I started working in the office of a small business, and although I loved my time there, I made the tough decision to look for a new position.
By Amanda Mitchell3 years ago in Journal