Adventure
Sketching a New Destiny — Overcoming Life's Curveballs
Standing on the brink of 1975, life had me fooled with its quiet, predictable rhythm. I was 29, armed with a stable job, a loving family, and dreams neatly tucked away. Little did I know, the ground beneath me was about to shift, unraveling everything I thought I knew about life, success, and art.
By Rick Allen2 years ago in Chapters
The Engagement
Port of Venice The cruise ship was the largest sea vessel I had ever seen in my entire thirty-two years of life on this planet. The Norwegian behemoth was docked at Isola Nuova, Venice’s main cruise port. Registering at just over one-thousand feet in length, and peaking at one hundred and thirty-three feet in height, the fifteen deck masterpiece truly took my breath away. In that sublime moment in time, I tried to mentally prepare myself for the twelve day Mediterranean cruise my girlfriend, Emily, and I were about to embark on in celebration of her thirtieth birthday, while simultaneously trying to conceal the engagement ring burning a hole in my backpack. This was also the first cruise ship I had ever been on, so naturally my nerves were rattling out of control. The encroaching storm wasn’t helping my anxiety either.
By Kale Sinclair2 years ago in Chapters
A Divine Indulgence: The Exquisite Tale of Creamy Caramel in the Manner of Jane Austen
Introduction: In the charming countryside parlors of culinary delights, where sugar takes center stage and butter reigns supreme, let us embark on an exploration of the delectable world of creamy caramel. Dear reader, join me as we meander through the refined corridors of confectionery, guided by the impeccable manners and discerning taste of the incomparable Jane Austen.
By Foodsmenia2 years ago in Chapters









