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Chapter One Rapping. Tapping. Rhythmic beats between steel and wood slowly stir me from my slumber. I open my eyes to find my face planted against a window. I look to the table to reassure myself that my bag is where I left it. It is. My cellphone has no service, though. Perfect. I’m immediately greeted by a piercing headache and wince in pain. My left hand reaches around my head, in search for the source. I feel something brittle and pull it from my matted scalp. Dried Blood.
Sarah Faith EthridgePublished 2 years ago in FictionSquirrel on the Wire
I rarely do but that day, when I had a second to breathe I looked up at the sky A squirrel scurried across the wire Against the blue, on top of the black, a tiny blob of moving gray
My Name Is Not CypressPublished 2 years ago in PoetsMy First Diva Cup Just Brought Me Closer to My Period
As a genderfluid individual, who often ignores their female body, I never thought I’d form a relationship with my period. But there I was, at 26 years old, reaching my fingers deep inside to pull out the bloody diva cup- and surprisingly, I felt relief.
Oneg In The ArcticPublished 2 years ago in VivaSelf-Care Sundays
Two stories high and made of bricks, the first rays of sun light shine through the frosted glass windows and beam into my bedroom, lighting it up brightly. It’s Sunday morning.
A Clockwork Memoir
1. In 1981, Limeridge Mall opened in my hometown not too far from my aunt’s house. There was a Cineplex that played the big films of the day (Porky’s, Raiders of the Lost Ark, etc.) and my family took me to see Disney’s cartoon version of Robin Hood. I was eight years old and what I remember most about the day was the walk down the ramp to the theatres. There were separate lanes marked off with bars and on the right-hand side were the posters for each film. That was when I was struck by a huge white poster with a triangle framing the face of Alex, an eyeball and what seemed to be a naked statue of a fertility goddess.
Kendall DefoePublished 2 years ago in GeeksVocal is a diary for me
I am not an award winning author. I am also not a professional author. But I enjoy writing and find that it is a meaningful hobby. I have also found that publishing stories on Vocal serves as a cathartic experience. I do not have a lot of viewers read my stories and that is okay! But that also means that I am not writing for an audience per se. Hence, the theme of this article.
Cooking Up Weight Loss With These Delicious Chicken Recipes
I know it can be hard to find recipes that are both delicious and healthy, but I promise you, it's possible! Here are some of my favorite chicken recipes for the weight-loss dieter.
Courtanae HeslopPublished 2 years ago in FeastThe 1000 Words
Hardly anyone knows what I do; my field is uncommon, and the degree required can be lengthy depending on what type of role you want to pursue. Most times, even when I do disclose either my title or field, people still say, "huh??"
Call Me LesPublished 2 years ago in JournalMaking A Speciality Kit
For some, rain can be quite relaxing. Nothing is more soothing than sitting on the porch, watching it come down like buckets while sipping your favorite hot beverage. Every year, 6.6 billion tons of precipitation fall from the sky every year. Nearly 1,800 storms are occurring at any moment around the world. The average size of a storm is a 15-mile radius, at the most, making it small and isolated. Storms often lead to multiple other disasters such as blackouts, flooding, mudslides, tornadoes, etc. Making a Rainy Day Box is a fun project to do with the family, so if, and when, you find yourself stuck at home because of the rain you’ll have something to do.
M.L. LewisPublished 2 years ago in LifehackBlessing
Children are a blessing, And let me tell you why I was born with my father’s laughter And my mother’s eyes. My grandfather gave me music
Sidney SmithPublished 2 years ago in PoetsThere Is A Reason Why I Don't Stick With One Niche In Writing.
I love writing, just as much as I love reading. Reading feeds my imagination, while writing sets my imagination free. I often get advised by other writers to 'stick with one niche.'
Carol TownendPublished 2 years ago in JournalMCU's Multiverse Saga: Let's Look At Kang The Conqueror's Confirmed Appearances, And Where Else We Might See Him Before 'Kang Dynasty' And 'Secret Wars'
After the Covid-19 pandemic forced an extended hiatus, San-Diego Comic Con is back in person to deliver all the big news about what we can expect to see on the big screen, smallscreen, and more in the next few years. Since the beginning of the MCU, Marvel Studios panel in Hall H has been one of the must-sees the SDCC schedule, and the 2022 presentation did not disappoint.
Kristy AndersonPublished 2 years ago in GeeksTop 5 travel tips-how to navigate cancels, lost luggage and delays in 2022 and beyond
The story has become a familiar one: You booked your flights when you found a great deal during the pandemic. You waited months, and for some, more than a year for open borders and cities to welcome you back. You get to the airport for your much anticipated get away and the whole experience is halted by flight cancellations, lost luggage and missed connections. You were anticipating that first taste of Europe/Asia/South America/Africa/etc. and there you sit, in long queues, attempting to find any transportation you can to get moving. What could you have done differently? We spoke with hoteliers, travel agents and expert travelers who fly domestically and internationally on a weekly basis to get the top 5 tips to help create the best travel experience possible.
See The RoomPublished 2 years ago in LifehackSelected
The rain pounded as I finally returned from work. It was already a long day at the office. Every time it rains, the electricity has its issues. I was constantly taking phone calls from the technicians. My mind was racing through the awful raindrops. My day never did improve, even after it was raining all day. I started this job five years ago, and yet nothing seemed to gain any advancement towards management. It is a miserable little town, and all the outdated systems never last long in any weather. The day was already draining, and yet heading home to just entertain too long of a long week. I was hoping the rain would have ended, but my car was in the shop, and no other choice but to walk home. Not only was I soaking wet, but I felt like I needed to pass out. Halfway home, I felt so lost, and my mind blurred. Still, I do now remember anyone around. Before I knew it, everything just blacked out.
Sarah DanaherPublished 2 years ago in FictionWrite Here, Write Now: Everyone has a Yellow Coat by Flora Weston
From Write Here, Write Now: A Vocal Podcast, Everyone has a Yellow Coat by Flora Weston. People aren’t always what you expect; it’s wise to pause before rushing to judgment. After a reading of “Everyone has a Yellow Coat,” host Erica Wagner talks with author Flora Weston about how asking a simple question about an ugly coat actually changed her life.
Write Here, Write Now: A Vocal PodcastPublished 2 years ago in ResourcesA Memento Of The Old World
I’m standing in my new apartment, looking out the window For as far as the eye can see, there are man-made buildings, One level houses, three storey hotels, fifty floor office towers
Colleen MillsteedPublished 2 years ago in Poets- Runner-Up in The Runaway Train Challenge
Terminus Unknown
Out of a murky abyss, I awakened to a horn blaring through my fog. The warning blast rose in pitch to a peak and ended with a staccato burst. In the resulting silence, a perpetual pulse emanated like the mantle clock on my grandmother's hearth. The horn trumpeted again like Archangel Michael in the heavens with the coda of a constant bell intoning a departure. Blind to sight, absolute darkness engulfed me. Confused, I commanded my hands to explore, but my trusted appendages had joined my eyes in rebellion. A horn, a bell? I must be on a train. Why a train? Where am I? Where are we going?
J. S. WadePublished 2 years ago in Fiction More Than A Feline
Introduction - Why I Am Writing This Yeah the title is a deliberate take on the Boston song which kicks off one of the best sides of a vinyl album that you will ever hear, but this is not about Boston it is about cats, the ones that I meet on my daily walks.
Mike Singleton - MikeydredPublished 2 years ago in Petlife5 Things You Wouldn’t Have Known About The Godfather If You Just Watched The Movies
One of the most acclaimed cinematic franchises of all time, The Godfather was the prime example of how to adapt a novel into a film. Telling the decades long story of the Corleone family, The Godfather made for a compelling experience regardless of whether you read its story in a book or watched the action and drama unfold on film.
Special by Lizzo | Album Review
The second major-label album from the Minneapolis-native singer is her empowering message to break free unapologetically but often dims her shine.
Dom DeverauxPublished 2 years ago in Beat