humanity
The real lives of businessmen, professionals, the everyday man, stay at home parent, healthy lifestyle influencers, and general feel good human stories.
Orange Wine
It had been set in my diary in seafoam green ink at that point in my journey with the orange wine I’d begun referring to my schedule as my diary, not because I was British, but because my comings and goings and what-have-yous had become quite secretive, mainly to me to meet at the Olive Garden at noon.
By Clara Dollar5 years ago in Journal
In Case of Loss
Daniel had known that they were kicking him out long before he was meant to. After 10 years in foster care listening at closed doors was Daniel’s primary way of staying alive- he wasn’t giving it up now. When the back door slammed shut he looked up from his drawing, and crossed to the window. The foster parents he’d known since he was eight were headed across the field to the barn and something told him he wanted to hear this one. His friend Ben was kicked back on the bed reading Daniel’s comics.
By Chere Myers5 years ago in Journal
A Little Force
It was a normal day when the letter arrived. A young woman was returning to her apartment after a rather uneventful day at the little bakery where she worked. The young woman had short, wavy hair that was dyed a blush pink, and had bangs that almost covered her eyes. She wore circular glasses with a gold frame, and behind those gold glasses were dusty green irises. The woman’s skin was pale as can be, with many small, circular scars dotting her legs, each one discolored and almost purple. The scars were all from mosquito bites. Her outfit was simple, a yellow hoodie and jeans, along with a little black backpack hanging off one shoulder. People called her Rosemary.
By Stephanie Prestridge5 years ago in Journal
How I Blew My Shot at 20 Grand
Could you imagine losing the opportunity to win 20k? Well if you’re me then you don’t have to use your imagination. It really happened. I blew it; the opportunity of a lifetime. We all know twenty grand isn’t so large of an amount to quit one’s humdrum job and begin a leisurely life as a reclusive author (Don’t judge my dreams and I won’t judge yours!), but it is a sizable amount that could be life changing. I, along with every other vocal plus member, sought this prize and very well believed myself able to obtain it. I think it is fair to say I stood an equal chance of winning as any other fledgling writer on the site. My work stands no grand testament to the advancement of the literary arts (yet), but I know I imbue everything I write with passion. I want my work to reflect who I am, what I’ve learned, what I’ve yet to understand, and most importantly I want my work to entertain those who read it. I believe that to be my downfall in this entire ordeal.
By Vagabond Writes5 years ago in Journal
Semicolon savior IV
He looked up with a smile and walked towards the counter. “Coffee?” was all he said while pulling some change from his long shirt pocket. As I handed over the small coffee, our hands touched for a millisecond of a moment. An immediate connection of two souls floating on Earth. I was pulled to get to know this Guru and his gentle nature. He sat at a table enjoying the scenery for about 10-15 minutes, not speaking to anyone, but smiling genuinely outward. He visited the cafe a few more times and always waved when passing by our corner on his daily walks. Driving home one weekday afternoon, I even saw him walking 3 miles away. It seemed as if his outings were circular in fashion, covering most of the downtown and then always ending back at his home. I passed by his residence (the temple) through the alley when I was the opener. On those dark early mornings I never saw him nor a light on, but felt comforted that another soul was downtown so early.
By Healthy mountain gal Crystal5 years ago in Journal
Should not have gone nuts Bobby
This scene is from the King of The Hill episode "Bobby Goes Nuts" Episode 1 Season 6. If your wondering why Hank Hill looks pissed at his son Bobby it's because Bobby kicked him in the nuts while trying to give Bobby some Boxing lessons and poor Hank can barely move no thanks to Bobby's dirty fighting.
By Johann Hollar5 years ago in Journal
Elizabeth’s Interview
It had been years since she was in her present situation. She was a Queen, anything she wanted she got. She was loved by many and hated by few. Don’t think she arrived there easily, it wasn’t handed to her. She earned every bit of it. Her sacrifice was huge and silent. Then one day she lost her place.
By Eva Yruegas5 years ago in Journal
The Wrong Accident
On his first official day at the Minor Catastrophes Office, having completed training and feeling perhaps unreasonably confident in his abilities, Harold Murkley had exactly one assignment. Rather than taking this as a hint at his own prospects, or feeling that this one task must be immensely important as to necessitate an entire day to achieve, Harold thought nothing of it. There was a mail slot with his initials on it, and inside was a single folder that he took with him to his desk, full of eagerness to see what trifling mishap he would be responsible for.
By Kathleen Sherry5 years ago in Journal
LGBTQ+ characters on our screens changed my life!
Representation of the LGBTQ+ community, not only on our screens but also in music, in theatre, in literature, in the media, feels more present than ever before. But it’s still not enough. ‘Netflix is going through a gay phase,’ is a comment I heard recently. As though it's something temporary and will pass. Here is why we are only just scratching the surface on LGBTQ+ representation.
By John Thacker5 years ago in Journal
