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Drawing Blanks
“You have to get used to it. Your memory ages along with the rest of you. Don’t panic.” Hugh was on the phone with his doctor. He’d called because he had begun to forget things: the key card for his office, the name of the barista who had been kindly keeping him in caffeine and croissants for years, his passwords for a few accounts. He was alarmed because he had always been able to take his good memory for granted.
By D. J. Reddallabout a year ago in Humor
Are You In Pain? Or Are You Just A Woman?
Introduction The experience of pain is universal, but how it's perceived, treated, and even questioned can vary dramatically based on factors like gender, race, and age. For many women, the struggle for adequate recognition and treatment of pain is a daily reality, compounded by stereotypes, biases, and misconceptions that have persisted for centuries. The phrase "Are you in pain, or are you just a woman?" may sound stark, but it echoes a painful truth about how women's pain is often dismissed, misunderstood, or minimized. In this article, we'll explore the complex dynamics surrounding women's pain, from the medical biases that persist to the societal attitudes that can contribute to an environment of disbelief.
By Usama Shahidabout a year ago in Humor
The Origin of Shadowhunters in "The Mortal Instruments"
In The Mortal Instruments series by Cassandra Clare, Shadowhunters are human-angel hybrids, warriors dedicated to protecting the human world from demons and other dark supernatural forces. They are part of a hidden society with roots that go back centuries, created by the Angel Raziel, who gave humans the power to combat dark forces by mixing angelic blood with their own. As part of their mission, they protect "mundanes" (ordinary humans) and maintain order in a hidden world filled with magical beings, including vampires, werewolves, and warlocks.
By Shamin Hossainabout a year ago in Humor
They were the Best of Memes, They were the Worst of Memes
I'm seriously out of control! Someone should seriously stop me! I'm having too much fun! Okay. I won't stop. I published this stuff originally in a Place-That-Shall-Remain-Nameless (🤐the Journal Community) before there was a proper place at Vocal for comedy. Recently I've been migrating shit over here, where it belongs. I've updated this routine and removed all those contagious Covid jokes that weren't funny at all. All they did was cause inflation. My Bad. 🤷
By Lightning Bolt ⚡about a year ago in Humor
Halloweentown meets Halloweentown
On Halloween night in Halloweentown, Jack Skellington was making his final rounds through town, making sure every eerie detail was in place for the big night. Jack loved Halloween and was eager for it to be his best one yet. But as he made his rounds, Sally hurried up to him, a glint of excitement in her button eyes.
By The Kind Quillabout a year ago in Humor
Adventures of Every Employee and Their Boss
Introduction: The Corporate Comedy Show We All Know Working in the corporate world is an experience like no other. It's a blend of everyday surprises, endless meetings, and that one boss who somehow makes things extra interesting. Here are 10 truths about the boss-employee relationship that any seasoned office worker will instantly recognize - and laugh about, too.
By Yogesh Raghavabout a year ago in Humor
