humor
Between language barriers, culture wars, and strange people at the airport, your trip is bound to be rife with laughter.
Maybe I'm A-Mazed
It’s been almost 20 years, but I am still a transplant. I moved 286.7 miles farther away from the East Coast and found out, to my shock, that I was now a Mid-Westerner.
Judey KalchikPublished 18 days ago in WanderMilan is out to get me
"If you take Milan’s name in vain… she will come for you, FACT! It was December 2019 when we decided to spend New Year in Milan. After all, it’s one of the world's fashion capitals, and our expectations were high. The delivery, however, was not so impressive.
Spencer HawkenPublished about a month ago in Wander
Traveling Across the US to Gather Spoons
Last year Randy and I started planning this trip and then decided to postpone it due to the economic and political climate. Then we realized if we waited for conditions to be right, we might never hit the road. So we started planning, set a date, and recently climbed into our motorhome and began our adventure.
Brenda MahlerPublished about a month ago in Wander
First Feelings
The experience of first-time intimacy is a profoundly personal and significant moment in one's life. It's a mix of anticipation, vulnerability, excitement, and emotional connection. The journey toward intimacy involves both physical and emotional elements, each contributing to a unique and unforgettable experience.
sharukh fakirPublished about a month ago in WanderThe Guardian of the Forest
In the heart of the Enchanted Woods, where the trees whispered ancient secrets and the streams sang melodies of forgotten tales, lived a young ecologist named Elara. Her bright eyes sparkled with determination as she roamed through the lush undergrowth, documenting the unique flora and fauna that called this forest home.
micheal oliverPublished 2 months ago in WanderDream Trip to Brazil
My now 21-year-old son and I love to travel all over the world. This is a story I wrote back on January 6, 2019, shortly after we returned from Brazil and before I discovered Vocal. My son was 16 going on 17 then.
Lana V LynxPublished 2 months ago in Wander- Top Story - July 2023
Use the Power of Questions to Prompt Writing Topics
Traveling, visiting landmarks and eating cuisine of new regions ignites my senses. However, getting to the destination tests my patience. During the hours of driving, my interest wanes requiring me to get creative to stay awake. First up is the alphabet game. Once each letter has been spotted on road signs, I begin to find a license plate from every state in the union. Then I torment my husband by exclaiming, “I spy!” and describing some obscure item. He plays along until we both lose interest and move onto other stimulating games like listing animals whose names start with every letter of the alphabet.
Brenda MahlerPublished 2 months ago in Wander 
Batasia Loop Darjeeling
Batasia Loop is a famous railway loop located in Darjeeling, a hill station town in the Indian state of West Bengal. It is one of the major attractions for tourists visiting Darjeeling and is a must-visit spot for train enthusiasts.
Anup SunamPublished 2 months ago in Wander
Coming to America
I love the smell of skunk. I know, I know, but I am one of those people. I actually had a discussion once with a member of the DuPont family, they of the "better living through chemistry" mindset, asking if that was important, and she slowly reached for her cell phone to call relatives in the perfumery department... I had to break her heart by telling her I'm allergic to alcohol. Thus endeth my illustrious career as a nose that should have been the toast of Europe, insured for millions by Lloyd's of London.
Meredith HarmonPublished 3 months ago in Wander
"Why Do I live?"
I am now a part of the summer school on human rights for 30 students from three Central Asian countries. I am scheduled to teach the last two days of the school sessions and we are having them at the Issyk-Kul lake, the natural pearl of my home country and one of the most beautiful places on the planet earth.
Lana V LynxPublished 3 months ago in Wander
Alice Cooper Saved My Life
Another true story from the annals of my bizarre life... Alice Cooper saved my life. Not kidding, he really did. So I may have mentioned that if a friend has to move, my husband and I are there with bells on to make sure that said friend is well and truly MOVED. If said friend is in danger, my Fierce Protective Friend Meter ratchets itself up to eleven, and you'd better believe that, come heck, high water, or vagaries of life, you WILL be moved.
Meredith HarmonPublished 3 months ago in Wander"The Joy of Rain Dance: Celebrating Nature's Blessing"
Introduction Rain. It is a gift from the heavens, nourishing the earth and bringing life to all living beings. There's something magical about the rhythmic pattern of raindrops, the refreshing scent of wet soil, and the cool touch of droplets on our skin. Rain has inspired poets, artists, and dreamers for centuries. And one way we can fully embrace and celebrate this natural wonder is through the joyous art of rain dance.
Kasturi ChatterjeePublished 3 months ago in Wander
