Nonfiction

Recordkeeping
In my studies in a high school business curriculum there was a course known as 'Recordkeeping'. Here is an acrostic that I hope describes and defines this course of bygone days.
By Mark Graham2 years ago in Critique
Gregg Shorthand
Gregg Shorthand is a skill that is obsolete in the business world now but is still used in legal offices and by some journalists with their own style of writing. Gregg shorthand is a phonetic way of writing words and phrases using various symbols like lines and curves and dots. There are other forms of this subject like Pitman, Teeline and Alphahand. To me Gregg shorthand is easier to read and write, and I am planning on sharing lessons here on Vocal.com. I have tried to find some pictures of Gregg shorthand on Pexels.com and a few other image places but no luck. In my lessons that I am planning to share I will be writing words, phrases and letters from the textbooks that I had in high school back in the 80's by Leslie and Zoubek.
By Mark Graham2 years ago in Critique
Germany, France, and Poland Unite in Berlin to Address Ukraine Crisis
In an effort to demonstrate a unified stance toward Ukraine, leaders from Germany, France, and Poland have convened in Berlin for an emergency meeting. The purpose of the meeting is to address the divergent policies of France and Germany when it comes to supporting Ukraine's defense. This gathering is seen as an opportunity to coordinate their efforts and present a cohesive front amidst increasing concerns regarding Russian aggression in the region.
By Jordan Bailey2 years ago in Critique
Gunman Convicted of Manslaughter: A Moment of Accountability
In a landmark ruling, the father of a teenager responsible for a deadly school shooting in Michigan has been found guilty of involuntary manslaughter. The jury determined that James Crumbley had partial responsibility for providing his son, Ethan, access to the firearm used in the attack. This conviction marks a significant step towards holding parents accountable for their role in such tragic events.
By Jordan Bailey2 years ago in Critique
UK Government's New Definition of Extremists: Balancing Security and Freedom of Expression
The UK government has recently unveiled a new definition of extremists, a part of its commitment to addressing the growing threat of extremism in the wake of the Hamas attacks in Israel. The objective behind this move is to prevent groups or individuals from disseminating views that incite violence, hatred, or intolerance. However, concerns have been expressed regarding the potential unfairness and undemocratic nature of this definition.
By Jordan Bailey2 years ago in Critique
"A Soul Decrypted"
The Imitation Game is a biographical thriller movie which was directed by Morten Tyldum. It was first released on, the 28th of November,2014. The movie is based on the book "Allen Turing: The Enigma" by, Andrew Hodges, which narrates the true events of The Father of modern Computer-Allen Turing.
By P.A.Vinura Jayasanka2 years ago in Critique
Pop fans rejoice as Madonna and Kylie Minogue perform together during Celebration tour
Pop symbols Kylie Minogue and Madonna played out a two part harmony together in festival of Worldwide Ladies' Day, a second music fans have been sitting tight forty years for.
By prashant soni2 years ago in Critique
Exploring Legitimate Waters: Bits of knowledge from the "Rust" Armorer's Preliminary for Alec Baldwin's Group
Directly following the terrible episode on the arrangement of "Rust," where entertainer Alec Baldwin coincidentally released a prop gun, bringing about the passing of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins, the lawful repercussions have been significant. As Baldwin's lawful group plans for his own preliminary, they are intently noticing the procedures of the preliminary of Hannah Gutierrez-Reed, the armorer on the "Rust" set. This preliminary gives a vital window into how Baldwin's preliminary could unfurl, revealing insight into both the legitimate intricacies and the human cost of such high-profile cases.
By Rupali Rege2 years ago in Critique
Don't Tell the Grown-ups
Just re-read a textbook that I had when I was in graduate school. The textbook is entitled 'Don't Tell the Grown-Ups' written by Alison Lurie. This textbook covers famous children's authors from A. A. Milne, James Barrie and several other famous authors. It covers many ideas that adults and children can learn from even though some of the ideas are quite profound in the ways of looking at the subjects and books covered. The textbook is easy to read and does not need to be read from cover to cover for professionals (writers and teachers) to derive meaning from the chapters. One could read whatever chapter they have an interest.
By Mark Graham2 years ago in Critique
Marley and Me
Who remembers the movie 'Marley and Me' that came out years ago, but every once in awhile you could catch on cable. I have seen the movie a few time, but I have read the novel 'Marley and Me' by John Grogan twice and each time it has brought tears to my eyes from the mid-point of the book to the end. This is the story of a couple John and Jen who want a dog but actually the whole package- a house, a dog, children and whatever comes with it. There are many adventures for this couple in learning how to work with Marley all the way towards the end. It is a book that will make you think of growing up and all the changes that animals and humans will need to think about in living life with all the good and the bad that could and does happen. This is definitely a must read for all for it does give a basic understanding of living for self and others.
By Mark Graham2 years ago in Critique
Great Home Cooking in America
Just finished reading an old cookbook that I had stored away. It was compiled by the Food Editors of Farm Journal. I have really read a cookbook before, and I thought I would share this one. This is a cookbook that shares recipes that go back to colonial America as well as recipes that originated from the United Kingdom, Europe, Middle Eastern countries and North and South America. The book also gives a brief historical introduction before each section of recipes. The color plates are really vivid and pretty of all the various kinds of foods of the world and how when the creators of the recipes brought them over some families did make some variations of the recipes of time.
By Mark Graham2 years ago in Critique
Ascended Beings
Love comes in many aspects & forms where the love of churches filled an empty place I had in younger years that led to a diverse discovery. Down south of the border I found myself exploring the distinctive Cathedrals in Mexico where even the smallest towns had elaborate houses of worship. Some had weddings, some had funerals, while some had late night masses, others closed at four. It was fun to travel by bus from town to town, where I felt like a free spirit without fear. Walking down the streets one day in Guadalajara I spotted a city newspaper showing on the front page, a picture of what looked like Jesus & Mary. she was sitting on a donkey, he was walking by her side. The headline read..Imposters?? The article said they were traveling somewhere in the vicinity, looking as if they stepped out of the Bible. I thought it was interesting as I entered one of the colossal Cathedrals that stand on each side of one particular street. To my surprise their was a choir singing in the balcony while a white robed man was giving communion. Walking in line to receive, I came face to face with the realistic image of Christ. His brown hair at shoulder length & features matching a painting. Looking down at his feet I noticed he wasn’t wearing sandals, but military boots. His picturesque hand holding the host that I took while the choir crescendoed underneath the streams of sunlight. When the service ended, I wondered who he was, yet I couldn’t ask. Yet, I feel today their was something there. If he was a time traveler, our paths had crossed. The reason why I felt he had time traveled is because the Choir was African. Where does a Choir like that appear in Guadalajara? I felt like they too were ascended beings looking much like the choir in Romeo & Juliette singing, “When doves cry.”Other times I had seen what appeared like time travelers were in smaller towns where a couple of young men had hair that looked like it had never been cut. Thick clumps of rope like hair that went to their praying knees with Caucasian faces covered with dirt, as if they had never bathed. They crawled on their knees to the stack of candles lighting them with prayers. I learned it was their custom to walk on the knees, as I hadn’t seen this before. The image of the man giving communion seems like a surreal painting itself, as I felt he wasn’t a priest, more of a prophet. Thirty three years later, a mysterious image of a woman was filmed in a white robe walking in a small town in the country shaped like a tear. People wondered who she was as she seemed to be holding her heart within her garments. I believe holy people do exist somewhere in a distant realm, possibly Nibiru. Nibiru, a conception of a floating planet that appears from high altitudes in the Arctic. Their isn’t proof it exists, why I believe it could be heaven, I’m not sure. Possibly I had been there before. The woman in the video appears at a time where the world is suffering enormously. Certainly a miracle of a ascended being is needed. The clothing I found last Summer seems similar to her style. The white harem pants with pink hearts & white scarf. Could they have been hers? The way the clothes were displayed on benches by the waterfall. The following day two pieces of wood were nailed to the gazebo, as if warning not to give away someones articles again. Their was a grey sweater I found as well. I wore it one day while photographing the pool. My reflection in the glass portrayed a small image of a grey alien. Could this be the ticket ascended beings use to travel? I wonder about the little aliens as many do. In place of a child, I would like to have one. I believe in them, as I think they are special, & seem so distant, far away from being loved. I could find out what they eat & buy clothes for them. Many Videos of them show them lost in the forests, as many are homeless. I guess I’ll have to wait & see if my wish will transpire, yet I am grateful to have had a supernatural experience that I can not explain. Ufos are all around us, a dazzling reminder lighting up the sky with wondrous lights. Lights that make one wonder, who is up there? Why are we killing creation? How do we replace hate with love? These are words I ask as I compare two Roswell guitars. One I found in a music store, a tiny grey guitar having a welded alien doll with big eyes. It was a high priced item twenty years ago. Today the only Roswell guitar I found is shaped entirely differently. Picture a shiny steel grim reaper scythe for a musical axe. How could they go from cute to deadly? The rest of the Roswell guitars are sold in pieces. In this case I feel broken hearted. Like a frozen in time painting of The Virgin Guadeloupe touching her Corazon. Her image portrayed on the white garment of the young man holding a bouquet of Roses. She is always pictured with Roses, South of the border.
By Ocusan M2 years ago in Critique