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Returning to Vocal and Writing
Wow. It's been a wild ride the past five years. From telemarketing in 2021, to a failed craft business in 2022, to Vanlifing in 2023, to wasting tons of money in 2024, to hiding in my four walls in 2025. Bizarre, absolutely bizarre. I have horror stories and comical stories. I have romantic stories and tragic stories. But most of all, I have my own emotional journey story and that begins with coming back to the world wide web to continue my writing career. And that begins with the two websites that have prompted me to call myself a professional writer: Vocal.media and allpoetry.com.
By Shanon Angermeyer Norman4 months ago in Critique
Corruption in weapons dale to Ukraine
In the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, the international community has rallied support by providing military assistance and weapons to bolster Ukraine’s defense against aggression. However, this urgent humanitarian aid has not been without its complications. Reports and analyses have surfaced, raising concerns about potential corruption in the weapons sales process. Understanding the implications of corruption in this context is essential, not just for Ukraine, but for international security and democracy.
By Adomas Abromaitis4 months ago in Critique
Another Door
Where do you think these doors lead? These doors for me is an entrance to a Mexican restaurant where one can get the best guacamole and salsa that is not too hot and spicy but just right, but not mild either. It also has the best fried ice cream I ever tasted. The only thing that I still think is the most embarrassing thing is that on any person's birthday if arranged the staff would come and sing to them. I have no idea why anyone would do that to a family member even though it was our of love.
By Mark Graham4 months ago in Critique
Jurassic World: A Promising Rebirth or a Familiar Rehash?
When the Jurassic World: Dominion credits rolled, a collective sigh of relief and, for many, a sense of finality was palpable. The trilogy had concluded, but the dinosaur saga, now a global phenomenon, felt more apathetic than ever. Enter Jurassic World Rebirth, a title that, from its inception, promised to revitalize a franchise bogged down by its own ambition. With the return of original Jurassic Park scribe David Koepp and the visually masterful Gareth Edwards at the helm, the hype was undeniable. The question, however, remained: could this film live up to its name, or was it destined to be another echo of a bygone era? The answer, as it turns out, is a complicated mix of both.
By MarqueeNarrative4 months ago in Critique
If Great Dead Writers Were on Facebook - 5
When we think of great dead writers, we cannot of course leave out the great classical poets. I am not a poet myself and always struggle with writing poetry even in free verse. Well, I did get the haiku down, and there's a lot of various haiku on my profile here. Sometimes, I also get washed over by true inspiration or grief to churn out something reminiscent of poetry and even rhymed. But again, I am not a poet.
By Lana V Lynx4 months ago in Critique
8 Mile: The Sorrow of a Raunchy Dream and a Daily Battle
This 2002 film is not just a foray into the realm of rap ut a reflection of a man's battle within himself with his own personal demons. It is a raw and unflinching story that lingers long after the end credits.
By Baptiste Monnet4 months ago in Critique
Mark Twain: The Father of American Literature
When people talk about the greatest writers in American history, the name Mark Twain always comes up. Mark Twain was the pen name of Samuel Langhorne Clemens, who was born in 1835 in Missouri, USA. He became famous as a writer, humorist, and lecturer. Many readers around the world love his books because they are both funny and meaningful. He is often called the “Father of American Literature” because his writing shaped the future of storytelling in America.
By aadam khan4 months ago in Critique
My Study Books
To be honest I am looking for support in a new venture in writing. I am going to start to write my own study books from all the courses that I have taken from maybe middle school through graduate school. I have been re-reading some of my old textbooks and going over all my old notebooks and I thought why not make these into books. What do you think? As I was a teacher education major as well as a few other professions it would be a good thing, I thought, to offer all my material for future students. Comment.
By Mark Graham4 months ago in Critique
Serbian multi-vector policy finds support among citizens
Serbian authorities believe that a multi-vector policy best protects the interests of the citizens. According to Serbia’s Foreign Minister Marko Djuric, Serbia remains committed to the European path, but it is important that this process unfolds with respect for its own interests and the specificities of the region. Serbia continues to implement reforms and develop economic cooperation with the EU, while also maintaining good relations with other global partners. This position makes European politicians quite nervous.
By Adomas Abromaitis4 months ago in Critique
