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The Hidden Power of Himalayan Salt Tiles: Why Walls Are Becoming Wellness Statements
Walls no longer serve as simple barriers between rooms to be used in the modern interior design world. They are a statement of personality, health, and even luxury. The Himalayan salt tiles have slowly but surely found their way to wellness spas, into homes, yoga studios, and contemporary offices, becoming one of the trends whose influence has won its role in the latter with relative quiet.
By David Smithabout a year ago in Writers
Why My Haiku Took So Long
Introduction This morning. I decided to submit a haiku for the Vocal "Haunted Echoes" Challenge. The music is "How Long" by Ace, by the way.
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred about a year ago in Writers
Bukowski Was Right: Don't Try
I considered writing yesterday, Sunday 15th September, and nothing was working—so I didn’t. In case you are wondering what constitutes Paul Stewart not writing, I finished editing and published an ode to Donna Fox. So, it wasn't exactly an unproductive day.
By Paul Stewartabout a year ago in Writers
On Reciprocity
Introduction The reason why we love Vocal is that we can share our creativity with others and support them by commenting and encouraging them, and we hope that they will reciprocate.
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred about a year ago in Writers
Putting Finger To Keyboard
Introduction These are the thoughts that come into my head when I am figuring out something to write. I am sure other creators have similar thoughts and then take off in a different direction from me.
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred about a year ago in Writers
Money – A Blessing or a Curse
Nowadays, money is considered one of the most important necessities of life. It plays a vital role in fulfilling human needs such as food, clothing, education, and healthcare. However, money alone cannot guarantee happiness.
By Mudasir Hakeemi about a year ago in Writers
Considering The Situation .. Again
Introduction These are some observations on the current state of Vocal, which is not good for creators and readers alike. I know this piece will give me a lot of criticism from other creators for daring to point out that there are faults with Vocal, but I just want it to be working as, in my opinion, it is the finest online publishing platform, even though they don't appreciate my work.
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred about a year ago in Writers
Dollar Challenge - Country Roads Challenge (September edition)
Here's the challenge I set for June Dollar Challenge - Invention Edition If you're familiar with these little prompts from me, they are quotes that inspired or stuck with me in some way. They might be from books, songs, films, or, not to put too fine a point on it, memes.
By L.C. Schäferabout a year ago in Writers
All my Top Stories in one place
Fiction A body on the bridge 1. I remember thinking. Will this photo catch their eyes? It’s dark even though there were lights on the bridge. Then I thought, maybe the title would grab them. Something with death as a quiet wink beneath the title. There was a horrible crime in my city, what a perfect and terrible thing.
By Caitlin Charltonabout a year ago in Writers
Save It For Later
Introduction This is another short piece on how I create some of my stories. Believe it or not, there are some creators out there who are more prolific than me, and certainly more talented than I am, as I can only work with words.
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred about a year ago in Writers
The Vocal Filter
Introduction I often need to find stories to link when I am writing, and if you need any tips when you are using the Vocal editor, I wrote this, which may be helpful.
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred about a year ago in Writers
Unofficial Vocal Challenges: September 2025
Introduction This list of unofficial Vocal challenges will grow as I find them, so it will be short when this is first published.
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred about a year ago in Writers