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Dear Younger Me,
Dear Younger Me, What would I tell you if I could travel back? Would I warn you of the pain ahead or the mistakes you will make?
Jessica FreebornPublished 3 years ago in Humans5 Ways Outdoor Adventures Can Improve Your Relationships
It has long been proven that adventure is a kind of aphrodisiac. According to some studies, most people look for couples who share their passion for outdoor activities, and the chances of a successful date on the best hookup sites are increased by using outdoor adventure photos.
Sherry KimballPublished 3 years ago in HumansTaking the Lead and Being Aggressive In Divorce
Divorces can be a physically, mentally, emotionally and financially challenging journey. The process is known to take a toll on the person’s life. Although the process is torturous, it can free you from a toxic and unhappy marriage. There are two perspectives to deal with a divorce; some take it as a mission to seek revenge from their spouses during the process, while others believe to collaborate with their spouse to come out of it peacefully.
Robert SmithPublished 3 years ago in HumansBeauty
“I told you to grab the bag and go!” “Forget about it! We can’t go back!” “Shit-! They’re right behind us!”
Favorite Chair
I sat in the chair in the living room. It’s my favorite chair. I remember my Grandpa always having a favorite chair. We even called it Grandpa’s Chair. I would sit on it with him as a young boy while he fed me grapefruit. Grapefruit was always a favorite at Grandma and Grandpa’s house, that and Instant Breakfast.
At Pierceson's Tonight
With a melodramatic squeaking of hinges, the door to Pierceson's Bar was slammed closed by a panting and frantic newcomer. "Nobody go out there!"
Adeleine GrubbPublished 3 years ago in HumansCold
Barren trees and desolate plains mirrored the hearts of the three hopeless survivors trudging along without aim or reason. The world was turning, the year progressing, but the ground remained frozen, stiff and unfruitful.
Samantha RuskPublished 3 years ago in HumansMy Mind's Eye
All's I could feel was my breath, it was hot and dry, and it felt like I had swallowed tiny shards of glass. The ground beneath me was hard, dusty, and cold. Devin's small hands clasped tightly around mine, refusing to let go.
Emile ClarkPublished 3 years ago in HumansCreator Of Worlds
As a child I always thought people had their life together… as I’ve grown up I’ve come to realize we just become really good at making the best of what we have and faking the calm. We all try to find ways to cope with the stress of paying the bills, working, taking care of family, and that all important balance. We’re taught from an early age to go to school, get a job, have a family, and be complete. That’s all good and well, but not realistic or goals for everyone. We’re not a one size fits all like society might have us believe. An escape to life is pretty essential for anyone’s mental health and stability. And I never realized until years ago that I had already found mine.
Angela BullinPublished 3 years ago in HumansMushy Steamed Vegetables and the End of the World
The world has ended, but only those of us past a certain age know that this has happened, for we knew life on Earth before the end. We knew it before “the new beginning”, this beginning that is no beginning at all, but an ending that goes on indefinitely. And so those born after this certain point only know life at the end of the world, and yet they call it the new beginning. But it’s not their fault. It’s what the mirror tells us, after all.
Landon JonesPublished 3 years ago in HumansThe Boat Life
Time is no longer important to me. My timekeeping used to be controlled by luxury items like phones, smartwatches, and clocks. I now depend on the sun. As I watch the sunrise and sunset, I am reminded that I am alive and have more time to live. Rather than appreciating that time, I feel miserable. The oceans disgust me, eating fish every day makes me sick to my stomach, and I miss my family. My sailing has been going on for months now, and I'm getting lonely. It's hard not to miss my dad's horrible jokes and my mom's home-cooked meals. The worst part of the night is when I cannot hear someone else's voice. Cold winds whisper to me and the salty water smell creeps up my nostrils. I used to idolize people who left everything behind to embark on the great adventure of boating, but now it's the only way to survive. During these difficult times, my heart-shaped locket gives me strength. Before my life took a turn for the worse, my parents gave me this locket. I felt like they knew I wouldn't see them again. As a graduation gift, my parents got me a boat and I made a plan to travel on it during the summer. I wanted them to come with me, but they chose to stay home and take care of the place instead. I remember being told it was my time to travel the world and I thought I was ready. A couple of weeks into my travels I stopped at a boat-friendly restaurant in the Carolinas. I grabbed dinner, watched the news, and was left shocked. According to reports, a series of Tsunamis will occur over the next couple of days, submerging half the world's cities. While most people ignored the threat, others prepared for the worst. To be safe, I kept my boat docked for a few days. I had no choice but to leave, even though it was never safe to go. The tsunamis were devastating. There is no land left. Those in possession of boats were in better shape than those without. Even though I spent many days contemplating what had just happened, I could not turn back. I have only one thing I can do at this point in my life: hold onto hope. Depending on your perspective, hope can leave you feeling either motivated or empty. It is really important for me to be happy again, so I am trying, but it is exhausting. I know I am not the only one left. I have seen boats past me while I scream for their attention but no one ever stops. I am on a never-ending cycle of water trying to find someone to relate to. The rich people laugh in their yachts with seafood platters. While the poor people sit for hours waiting to catch a fish. You all know what side of the spectrum I sit on. I sail now to try and find more people who are as frustrated as I am. I need things to start making sense again. As the waves hit my boat, I can feel my motivation rising. Today will be the day that I bring people together. After a couple of hours of sailing, I saw a boat docked. I dock right beside it and find a man named Hunter. He looks as surprised as I. We talked for a couple of hours and he came onto my ship. I finally was no longer alone. He was the same age as me and carried himself in the same way. We made a plan to get the rich people's attention and help the few people left in the world. We just needed to find them. We will find them.
Summer JordanPublished 3 years ago in HumansBanished To Earth
My trial in the Highest Court of Galdolz was short. Everyone knew I would be found guilty because of the nature of my offense. The only remaining question was how severe my punishment would be.
Terry MansfieldPublished 3 years ago in Humans