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Friends
On the few occasions I had alone to myself, I'd often sit and wonder what my life would be like if I had acted differently back in high school. If I had left behind those toxic people as soon as I had known them to be toxic. Surely I would have no one, since I was never really one to make my own friends. The people I did talk with, I only knew by association. This I found, always made me a second class friend, or a low priority. I have made maybe two or three friends on my own, all of which I am still close with; but the others always drifted and seemed to take anyone else's side before they would ever take mine. In my few acts of quiet defiance, I would slip away from the lunch table and fail to return for a number of weeks—an absence that would more often than not go unnoticed, as though I was a ghost that no one could see anyways. Of course time passes and things blow over until the next thing comes along and bends the fabric of any chemistry I had with anyone. It has been a sort of cycle that I've become accustomed to. Unfortunately, I have become all to comfortable being left out, forgotten, and all but invisible to those I choose to place myself with.
By Adrien Stillwell8 years ago in Humans
If Life Was Like a Game
If only life was like a video game. A virtual reality of our own. Free of troubles, free of consequences or punishments. You can be whatever you want.
By Jose Gabriel8 years ago in Humans
Elliot
Elliot never lied I guess. He told me from the beginning about her. He was 32 and in a long-term relationship with a girl I’d only heard about. I was 18 and completely naïve.
By Jessica F8 years ago in Humans
The One and Only
Winter was in full effect, Christmas literally being days away. The temperature was nice for Arizona. Of course, such comments as “ARE YOU KIDDING?! IT’S FREEZING HERE!” were uttered, when in all reality, it was only 60 degrees outside. Families were preparing for Christmas celebrations and traditions, while one particular young teen was preparing to meet the girl he had been dreaming about meeting for months. Oh, what a day, you know? Sweaty palms, constantly having to wipe the sweat from your forehead, and making sure you looked somewhat decent and presentable, without looking like a weirdo for trying to wear a suit on the first date, how ironic.
By Bradly Johnson8 years ago in Humans
Love
Trust me.. This story is going to be good. Don't click away or scroll through other stories just yet. I have always been optimistic. Always looking for adventure. Mainly because it brought me excitement and an anxious feeling. I've had pretty messed up relationships in the past and even being so young, I have experienced a lot of drama. Fresh out of high school I am definitely opening my eyes to the possibilities. But, I can say that last year's summer made me realize to not look back and to look forward to what God has in store. I met a handsome young man. He has tattoos, several in which have different meanings and stories behind them. And I know what you're thinking... "Tattoos?! Must be a bad boy!" Well, you're not exactly correct but you're partially right. But don't get too excited. Our meeting wasn't planned but it wasn't an accident either. I 100 percent do not regret it. There's something about him. Maybe it's the way he looks at me. The way he makes me smile or laugh. The way he makes me feel protected and safe. Or.... when I can be myself around him 24/7 without making a complete fool out of myself. You are probably reading this with so much cringe but have you ever been in love before? Have you really felt in your heart that that person was the one. Prince Charming? Cinderella? Welp, I guess you can already tell I am in love. Oh, yeah. I've been struck by Cupid's arrow. Ugh, corny af. But it's true ladies or fellas.
By Asia B8 years ago in Humans
My Worst Date
To pinpoint a singular moment in which I can call my "worst date ever" is an arduous task, as I am an exceptionally awkward person, and subsequently, I’ve had numerous bad dates. However, for the sake of this competition, I’ll disclose my most well-received anecdote.
By Josh A. Gutkin8 years ago in Humans
There Goes My Life
I remember it all. I remember when I lost you. When I felt you slip away from me. I remember when I first got you. When you leaned in, in the middle of the night, like a dream, like life had finally decided to let me win and give me someone as wonderful as you. I remember when I thought I'd secured you. When I thought you were finally mine. Our months of partnership. I had finally met my match. My heart had finally been won. My days of searching were finally through. I remember when we first kissed. When I told you after doing this, nothing would ever be the same. And you wanted to anyway. I wanted to anyway. And nothing was ever the same.
By C.G. Remmet8 years ago in Humans
Life's Unexpected Visit With Change
No two days are ever the same. Life is ever changing, sometimes knocking us to the ground in disbelief, anxiety and anger. We are never truly prepared for the seemingly unwarranted modifications to our daily routines; but life’s changes are inevitable, so we must learn to deal with them with our heads fixed to our necks and shoulders and with the right attitude. Denying change will not eliminate the change. Therefore, we need to be quick on our feet, yet approaching the alteration with a kind of clandestine mindfulness to manipulate or trick the negative, looming effects of the change.
By The Amaranthine Pen8 years ago in Humans
Homosexuality Is Alright Now
Sexuality is something that had never really been an issue until the instatement of Abrahamic faiths (Naphy, 2006). Since then, homosexuality has been a major topic that was deterred against with the use of legislation (Spencer, 1996), along with being considered a mental disorder (DSM-III, 1981), with the word being instated as a pathology rather than a description of sexuality (David, 1998). Types of therapy and drugs were used to discourage the emotion feelings that developed within homosexuals and to neuter the arousal felt when implementing sexual liaisons (Smith, 2004). Some cases carried prison time (Spencer, 1996).
By D B8 years ago in Humans
Comprehending Death
First of all, imagine something for me. Imagine someone, it’s imperative that this someone is close to you, maybe the colleague at work that has a great back-and-forth as well as heart-to-hearts with you now and then, or the jovial character that causes mischief, possibly like a younger brother influence in you life. Regardless of who you choose, you’ve known them for some time, enough so that they are regarded as a friend, someone that has touched your life, gently or otherwise.
By Scott8 years ago in Humans
When the Rain Stopped
February always seemed like a long month to me—ironic for how short it actually is. When the Rain Stopped The days dragged on with the sun rarely making an appearance and the sky dumping buckets of rain. I laid in bed relaxing after dance practice when a sudden wave of happiness compelled me; school was going well (even for a freshman), I had amazing friends, and dance could not be going any better. I picked up my phone and dialed speed dial two.
By Holy Prat8 years ago in Humans
I've Had It: No More Sex Before Marriage!
No sex before marriage! As a feminist this statement would have driven me insane a couple of months ago. I'm in my late twenties (just to avoid saying that I'm actually into my early thirties), I'm smart, I'm fun, I'm driven, I'm independent, I have some money saved up, and I'm usually pretty laid-back. Also—because otherwise none of this is relevant in our society—I'm quite charming and pretty.
By The European Experiment8 years ago in Humans