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Ed's Great Escape
Ed's Great Escape is a children's picture book created by Trevor Hodsdon and Marzena Milowska. What an adventure one is to have. This is a picture book that shares that one great adventure that we all would like to have at various points in our lives. Ed's Great Escape is about an extra large giraffe and his great adventure out in the world.
By Mark Graham2 years ago in Critique
Excuse Me! That is NOT Yours! Put it Down!
Yesterday a friend and fellow Vocal creator saw that a deeply personal story of theirs, one that was a recent Top Story and one filled with their most vulnerable thoughts, was plagiarized and reposted on Vocal. Although they had already reported it, I went and did so, too, in solidarity.
By Judey Kalchik 2 years ago in Critique
The Ultimatum: What's love got to do with it?
Love, it's something that most of us have felt in some way at some point in our lives. Love can come in different forms; you have a strong love for coffee, you feel love from your friends and family, you love your partner.
By Adrianna Anastasiades 2 years ago in Critique
A Million Miles Away (2023) Movie Trailer
A Million Miles Away (2023) Movie Trailer Release date… Sep 15th, 2023 Drama The story of Mexican-American José Hernández, the first migrant farmworker to travel to space. A tale of perseverance, community and sacrifice to accomplish an impossible dream.
By TV of tv's2 years ago in Critique
Seeking Serenity
Introduction: In the pursuit of human sanity, finding calm and serenity has become an increasingly elusive goal. The constant clamor of our modern lives has led many individuals to yearn for tranquil retreats away from the hustle and bustle of everyday existence. However, the presence of a noisy neighborhood can shatter these ambitions, making it challenging to find solace within our own abodes. In this article, we delve into the complexities of residing in a noisy neighborhood, exploring the impact it has on our well-being and the ways in which we can cope with the commotion that surrounds us.
By Hillary2 years ago in Critique
Degrassi: The Next Generation. Content Warning.
TW: SH, rape, cancer, abortion, alcoholism, and abuse. Please do not read it just to support me if any of these are triggering to you, your health and safety always comes first.
By Rene Peters2 years ago in Critique
What's Wrong With Asking Women About Their Age?
Age has always been a touchy subject, especially when it comes to women. For generations, society has ingrained in us the idea that a woman's age is something to be hidden, guarded, and even embellished. But why is that? What's wrong with asking a woman about her age? In this article, we'll delve into the social stigma surrounding this seemingly innocent question and explore whether it's time to rethink our perspectives.
By NII LANTEY PARKER2 years ago in Critique
"The Quantum Paradox"
"The Quantum Conundrum" is a new science fiction film that I had the joy (or maybe disappointment) of watching in the Nerds people group. This film was one of the most polarizing encounters I've had in quite a while, making it hard to classify it as either awesome or most terrible film. All things considered, it falls some in the middle between.
By sabiha hamed2 years ago in Critique
"Limitless"
A failing writer struggles to get by, shrouded in a fog. His ex's brother appears with a miracle drug unlocking the brain's full utility.
By Thavien Yliaster2 years ago in Critique
Eyes Wide Shut
Fueled by jealousy from his wife mentioning her sexual attraction to a sailor, a doctor seeks revenge as his imagination fuels him. He's kissed by a patient, seduced by a prostitute, goes to a cult-like party, and stalked to paranoia.
By Thavien Yliaster2 years ago in Critique
Addressing Ghana's Open Urination Issue. Content Warning.
In the bustling streets of Ghana, it has become an all too familiar sight - walls adorned with the simple yet stern warning, "Do Not Urinate Here." This graffiti is ubiquitous, spreading its message across cities, towns, and villages in various colors and styles, some even etched in charcoal. It's a message that attempts to deter a growing cultural norm in Ghana – open urination.
By NII LANTEY PARKER2 years ago in Critique
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3: An amazing conclusion to Galactic Greatness
This year saw the release Guardians of the Galaxy Volume 3, the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s third and concluding chapter to its Guardians of the Galaxy series and I have to say, Marvel honestly couldn’t have given a better and more heartfelt send off to their colorful heroes of space that everyone loves.
By Joe Patterson2 years ago in Critique