humanity

For better or for worse, relationships reveal the core of the human condition.

aRISKocracy
aRISKocracy The Pursuit by Christopher Lubrano CHAPTER 1 I was living in Pompano Beach, Florida, working at the Biltmore – Miami and training to take on the golf world. I would drive for forty-five minutes in what was called “the Exploder,” which we’ve had since high school, up and down the beaches of South Florida via I-95. Waking up at 4:30 a.m. to be at the golf course by 6 a.m. to start my shift. The Exploder’s back seat packed with golf clubs, shoes, clothes, dirty socks and empty packs of smokes. Soon as I ate lunch and then clocked out at 1 p.m., I would change clothes in the parking lot, grab my golf bag and shoes, and turn around back towards the clubhouse to practice. I would squeeze every ounce of daylight out the day to stay out on the course peacefully and uninterrupted, practicing for about six hours or so daily. Then I would head back to the parking lot to change into my gym clothes, hit the gym for about an hour most of the time and then turn back up I-95 north to the Atlantic/Commercial exit.
By christopher lubrano5 years ago in Humans
Run, Sun, Run
It was civil dawn. The peak time right between twilight and sunrise with the sun just six degrees away from breaking daylight. Narrowly rising to the East and lighting up the horizon in a rich, warm color palate of reds, oranges, yellows and purples; layered amidst the drifting clouds.
By Patrice Washington5 years ago in Humans
Elevator Conversations
“The world needs more people like you,” she said. I raised my head and looked toward her. “Thank you,” I said softly.
By Natasha5 years ago in Humans
Let's Revive the Old-School Deed
Handwritten letters seem to have disappeared in the abyss of our technology obsessed society. Modern day life calls for a quick text message here, or maybe a lengthier email there, to our friends and families. But what if, instead of sending your words through satellite waves, you went old-school? Yes, I mean actually sitting down at a desk or table, grabbing your favorite color of pen, and writing on physical paper. The old, good deed of a thoughtful and handwritten letter.
By Katy Pfefferkorn5 years ago in Humans
Sacrificial Filling
In my comprehension of what it means to be human, I seldom find instances of the common person being humane. Naturally, we are born with thoughts, ideals, character traits, emotions, and much more. Unfortunately, we have a common dilemma amongst the people who truly struggle.
By Jose Wright Jr.5 years ago in Humans
Being different is beautiful.
(Disclosure: This post contains references to a published children’s book, Lets Talk! A story of Autism and Friendship, that may be found and purchased at the reader's discretion at common booksellers or the author's website www.lisajayauthor.com]
By Lisa Jacovsky 5 years ago in Humans
I Used the Last Money I Had to Tip Other Vocal Creators
Okay, I'll admit, I didn't really use all of the money I had left to tip other Vocal creators (I still have bills to pay), but I did use the last of the money I had in my Cash app, which is kind of a big deal. For the past few weeks, I have been sitting with a whopping $4.35 in my Cash app and now, it's just 35 cents (I couldn't figure out how to send the change). For the past year or so, the money I received through Cash app has been my main source of income. In my freshman year of college, I quickly figured out that I could avoid the stress of maintaining a full time job while in school if I put my writing skills to good use. So for four and a half years, I was the local paper writer for a number of fellow college students, which meant a lot of Cash app payments.
By C.R. Hughes5 years ago in Humans
Dear 2020,
Dear 2020, Thank you for becoming my greatest teacher of all time. I could not have asked for a more patient instructor as the wisdom I have gained will travel with me throughout my entire life span. If given the opportunity to enroll in your class again I would without hesitation. Every tear I shed allowed me to see the beauty in the pain that has been deeply embedded into my soul since my childhood. Our first lesson together I was insubordinate, and confused not fully grasping the concept of the lessons therefore I failed on multiple occasions. There was not any “New Student Orientation” pamphlet given, I went through the course just winging it like every soul does in the school humans call LIFE.
By Spiritual Wizard 5 years ago in Humans
Twenty 1
Dear twenty 1, as in my twenty one year old self. I truly don’t expect anything from this year because one thing 2020 taught me, is to RID of all my expectations. 2020 came in like a lioness after a gazelle on the discovery channel. We were the gazelles by the way and 2020 was the lioness. The lioness 2020 started really slow and low on the grass. The gazelles drank by the fountain, prancing into the new year with its perfect double digits, seemingly symbolic of balance. “2020 vision” we said, with all the hope and happiness in the world. Then BOOM! All that was in our vision was the lioness 2020, coming in totally left field from the wilderness of the future.
By N.tti5 years ago in Humans
A message to myself
In 2021, I will no longer be held captive by a version of myself that is never satisfied. A version that takes what everyone else says and thinks into consideration, before even a flicker of self responsibility or appreciation kicks in.
By Sarah VH5 years ago in Humans
A Meeting of My Mind
Characters Andreya – A 26-year-old woman, plus sized, big curly hair, dressed comfortably in everyday pandemic-wear. Self-aware and highly vocal.
By Andreya Martinez5 years ago in Humans
GLOBAL TEL LINK
I was doing my homework when my phone rang. Me,¨hello?¨ operator,¨this is GLOBAL TEL LINK you have a prepaid phone call from John Doe an inmate at Wasco CA state prison to accept this call dial zero now to decline this call and block all future calls dial five now.¨ Zero pressed. Operator, ¨thank you for choosing the global tell link all calls may be recorded and monitored go ahead.¨ Me, ¨hello?¨John Doe,¨Rayna how you been Mija? How is school going? When you gonna send me some pictures? I wanted to talk to you about something if you’re not busy.¨Me, ¨I´ve been good school is good too no I am not busy what’s up? How have you been how is everything going for you? Staying outta trouble? I will send your pictures out this weekend okay? So what you need to talk to me about?¨
By Rayna Ortega5 years ago in Humans