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Stories in Men that you'll love, handpicked by our team.
Are You a Metrosexual?. Top Story - June 2023.
History The term Metrosexual was first coined in 1994 in an article by Mark Simpson in The Independent, a British online newspaper. The term was popular in the late 1990s through the early 2000s. By 2011 the term was becoming cliche. I wanted to take a fun look back and revive this term for the next few minutes of reading time.
By Rick Henry Christopher 3 years ago in Men
One Feminist's Thoughts On Vocal's New Community for Men. Top Story - June 2023. Content Warning.
Warning: This is an honest account of this feminist's (?) evolution of thought on the new Vocal community for men and of men in general. If you're easily offended, please do one of two things... Stop reading now. Or read to the very end. Anything in-between will guarantee you missing the point and getting offended. (:
By Lena Beana3 years ago in Men
The Logistics of Worth. Runner-Up in Father's Footprint Challenge. Top Story - June 2023.
Staring out of the windshield over the expansive hood felt like looking across a snow-covered field. The wheel was tight, forcing both hands and muscle power to turn it. Pumping the breaks was an instruction and not just a clichéd term. On one occasion while driving to my summer job, I pumped the breaks continuously but the Lemans didn’t stop at the overpass. Slowly, the beast heaved itself across the road while I held my breath. I reversed out of the bushes with an equal mix of shame and anger. Mad at Dad for not having a better job to afford a nicer, safer car. He worked in a factory, though I told everyone he worked in logistics. Not entirely untrue, but I knew what I was doing when I said it.
By Christina Hunter3 years ago in Men
89 Laps Around The Sun. Top Story - June 2023.
My father's size ten shoes were "big shoes to fill" is an understatement when I reflect on his impact on my life. His eighty-nine years of life and fifty-nine years of personal influence on me have required me to examine my childhood perceptions versus reality. It took years to reconcile the difference as I matured into a man and a father. Harold Wade remains my Superman, North Star, and hero as I plod forward into the future across the ground he has already tread. His race through life, eighty-nine laps around the sun, impacted mine with invaluable lessons.
By J. S. Wade3 years ago in Men
Why I Love my Pops.... Top Story - June 2023.
6JUN2023; 0354, TUE– Capitol Heights, Maryland, USA It's later than the second American Revolution tonight. Tho, I believe that there's no time like the present for a gift of a gem, dropped on me way back when; by none other than the Old Man.
By Nefarious Darrius3 years ago in Men
Growing Up Big. Top Story - June 2023. Content Warning.
Hello there, I'm going to open up about my youth and how it impacted me as a man. You can imagine that this is a difficult story to share as I'm not the best at expressing myself, hopefully you'll understand why by the end.
By Alexander McEvoy3 years ago in Men
My Journey with Prostate Cancer. Top Story - June 2023.
What is the Prostate's Function This writing is of a personal yet important nature. One of the smallest yet important parts of a man's body is called the prostate. On average the prostate (which most of us don't think about often unless problems arise) is about the size of a walnut. However, it can swell up to the size of a tennis ball if it's not functioning properly - this can cause a lot of problems, pain, and illness.
By Rick Henry Christopher 3 years ago in Men
Introducing the Men Community. Top Story - June 2023.
We are thrilled to introduce the Men's community on Vocal. In this nurturing space, we invite you to embark on a transformative journey towards holistic well-being. We understand the unique challenges and pressures that men face in today's society, and it is our mission to provide support, valuable insights, and a platform for open discussions. Whether you're seeking guidance, sharing experiences, or looking for inspiration, this community is here to uplift and empower you.
By Vocal Team3 years ago in Men
