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Rekindling my childhood: A journey of creative renewal and vintage newspapers
I've been typing and deleting for the past hour. My scrambled thoughts as I try to think of a captivating and unique answer to the universal question of one's aspirations as we begin another New Year.
By Stephanie T3 years ago in Journal
Time to say Goodbye
I believe this will be my last year on Vocal +. When I first joined, I imagined I would be able to get enough reads to cover the costs of the membership, or closer to anyway. Alas, this has not been the case, and I simply cannot afford such unnecessary expenses. I've cancelled other subscriptions and things in order to cut costs, but have been reluctant to cut this. Now I think it's time. My membership expires in November, and I will not be renewing it.
By Kari McLeese3 years ago in Journal
Aspirations in Waiting
The question is “What is your aspirations for yourself as a creator on Vocal this year?” I can always say that I want to write more and read more of other creators’ art which is true, but I feel like as an artist and a supporter of other creators such as myself would be a given, too obvious and I feel like a lot of other people would say the same. I want more for myself than that and to help you understand what I mean, let me tell you a little about myself.
By Sadi Black3 years ago in Journal
The Amazing Humans We Are
I was going through one of my Certifications that I was working on, and there was a quote that struck me. "In truth, much of this hand-wringing around the fragility of the human body is nonsense.We are highly adaptable, resilient creatures."
By H.E. Dr. Cody Dakota Wooten, COIE, DFM, DHM3 years ago in Journal
Cracking Open the Shell. Runner-Up in #200 Challenge.
This little blue notebook with 200 pages of graph paper, meant for another purpose entirely, was stolen away from my husband's pile for me to covet alone. Years ago, now. The pages are fraying, some with stains, ink blotches, and yet others, so tidily organized I wonder if it was someone else who'd adorned these page with such eloquent messages and goals.
By Christina Hunter3 years ago in Journal
The Pursuit Of Dispute
Working in journalism frequently provides both rewards and demanding situations as new publishing systems and eras appear. Despite fast adjustments in the media, the general public nevertheless commonly is predicated on newshounds and other specialists to educate and entertain them through various sorts of writing. Learning these writing patterns and types may additionally assist you in being acquainted with journalism and the media you consume. In this article, we answer some common FAQs concerning media writing, which include what this process is, types of media writing and how you can apply it.
By Hridya Sharma3 years ago in Journal
Philippine Cinema: The Uncharted Journey to Hollywood Recognition
Philippine cinema, with its rich history and diverse storytelling, has yet to make a significant breakthrough in Hollywood. Despite the industry's vibrant creativity and a pool of talented filmmakers and actors, Philippine films face numerous challenges when attempting to penetrate the global stage, particularly Hollywood. This essay explores the multifaceted reasons behind the limited recognition of Philippine cinema in Hollywood and delves into the potential avenues for overcoming these barriers.
By JRManglicmot3 years ago in Journal







