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The Writing on the Wall. Top Story - February 2025.
I will start out by saying that this piece has been sitting in my drafts for months now. When I first started writing, I had the intention of writing about my thriller/suspense novel and submitting it to the New Year, New Projects challenge.
By Alyssa Musso2 years ago in Writers
Writing Project Updates and Ramblings
Besides writing stories and poems here on Vocal, I've been occupied with a few other writing projects. Right now, I am working on 3 and have 1 writing project completed and published.
By Jasmine Aguilar2 years ago in Writers
A Memory, Biggest Regret, And Cheating
Creating a healthy relationship with yourself and others leads to a fulfilling life. These prompts are an invitation to step inside yourself. Take a deep breath. Shuffle the deck. Pull a card. Write your heart out. Rupi Kaur
By Denise E Lindquist2 years ago in Writers
Seconds
The first time I met him, he was sitting in one of the city center cafés, speaking animatedly to a stout man sitting across from him. Three rolls of green velvet rested on the table beside an empty espresso cup, a half-filled glass of red liquid, and a ceramic bowl overflowing with salted peanutsThe stout man was smoking a vanilla-scented cigar, taking rather loud puffs and scratching his prominent belly over a thin-striped blue shirt. If he had long mustaches, he probably would have twirled them between his fingers. He seemed to belong to a bygone era, and I wouldn’t have been surprised if, at any moment, a carriage had pulled up and he had climbed inside, vanishing in a cloud of dust. But I was fairly certain it was still 2008 because, as he spoke, the other man was rapidly typing on a black Blackberry, jotting down notes with a Bic pen on scattered sheets of paper pulled from a manila folder.
By Sadie2 years ago in Writers
Why Choose Shuddhi Hiims Clinic for Ayurvedic Treatment in Varanasi?
In the sacred city of Varanasi, where tradition meets spirituality, Ayurveda has been a trusted form of healing for centuries. Ayurveda, the ancient Indian medical science, focuses on holistic wellness, addressing the root cause of ailments rather than just treating symptoms. If you're seeking the best Ayurvedic Hospital in Varanasi, Shuddhi Hiims Clinic is the name you can rely on. With a commitment to providing authentic Ayurvedic treatments, expert guidance, and a patient-centric approach, Shuddhi Hiims has established itself as a trusted healthcare center in the region.
By Shuddhi Ayurveda2 years ago in Writers
Miniature Mind Musings #10:
I never wanted you. It’s the truth. But you won’t leave well enough alone. Everywhere I venture—there you are, trying to be ingratiatingly helpful:
By The Dani Writer2 years ago in Writers
Best Headphones To Buy Right Now
Today, in our tech-driven, breakneck world, headphones are an indispensable accessory for many, whether for work, play, or travel. The technological advancements of the past decade have not only brought us an unprecedented range of styles and choices but have also ensured that there is something for every listener and every lifestyle. With sound quality that is more immersive than ever, these audio devices have, in effect, become sound platforms. Noise-canceling features have come into their own, and even more than in the past, sounds from outside the headset are kept at bay.
By Christopher Jimenez2 years ago in Writers
Saturn Return in Aries (2025-2028): Will It Be Your Breakthrough or Breakdown?
From March 2025 to April 2028, Saturn will be transiting Aries, bringing with it a cosmic challenge for those with strong Aries placements. While Saturn returns are often feared for their transformative energy, they offer a golden opportunity for growth — if you can handle the pressure. Will you come out the other side stronger than ever, or will this period bring a breakdown that shakes you to your core? Let's dive into what to expect.
By Edna2 years ago in Writers
(Don't) say my name
I always hated my name. It was given to me before I was born, not by my mother or my father, but by my father’s brother, who had lost his wife seven years before my birth.
By Sadie2 years ago in Writers
Woe is Me, I Am Lost
On the coldest warm night, bundled up in bed with droopy eyes, before the eyelids could drop to shut, a tear fell—born from the sorrow of the soul, blending into the inky blackness of the night sky. A sigh of despair escaped, a breath drawn too deep, drowning my soul, mind, and body in thoughts. My life, as rigid as it could be, twisted by the knife of emotions—delicate as a whisper in the wind, heard by few, understood by even fewer. The warmth of a soft, cozy blanket pulled me into a flashback—an irreplaceable memory flickering through the golden flood of my melancholy. The words of an infant, his soft goopy hands in mine, in fleeting, lonely warmth—an Eden-like place—his voice, shaggy but velvety, whispered: “Elder Sister Cousin, to my little eyes, you are the purest goodness I have ever known.” Those words struck the core of my bruises and scars, hidden deep within the soul of love and desire. My mind wandered, lost in thought. If being good left me this way, then goodness is nothing but a synonym for bruises to me! Before my eyes could rain, he left a small light in my hands, saying it was a gift. But deep within my arteries and veins, my heart felt it as a beacon, one that might guide me to the shores of jocund—a truth my mind whispered slowly, calmly, as if daring me to believe!
By Eiman Asif2 years ago in Writers
The Elephant’s Secret.
In the heart of the African savanna, where the sun poured golden light over endless grasslands, there lived an old elephant named Jafari. He was not the biggest, nor the strongest, but he was the wisest of his herd. Jafari had a secret—one that had been passed down through generations, whispered only to those who had earned the trust of time.
By Ayomide.2 years ago in Writers
My Grandmother's Ambrosia Sweet: Tradition, Emotion, and Memories
My Grandmother’s Ambrosia Sweet: Tradition, Emotion, and Memories My cousins and I grew up surrounded by an abundance of sweets, but none made us wait with as much anticipation and love as my grandmother’s ambrosia sweet. It wasn’t just a recipe; it was a ritual, a family tradition that, over the years, became part of our identity and our fondest memories. Every time the sweet and gentle aroma filled the house, it was as if time stood still. The wood stove, the smoke mixing with the scent of sugar and cinnamon, felt like a warm embrace wrapping around us, transporting us to a place where only the joy of being there, with family, sharing that simple yet incredibly special moment, existed.
By Mayara Dantas2 years ago in Writers