I’m Finally Writing on Vocal:

Why I’m Finally Writing on Vocal:

A New Chapter & New Home for My Words

Back in 2021, I made an account on Vocal after stumbling across something about making money online through writing gigs. Vocal sounded like an interesting opportunity, maybe even a chance to get a few pennies for my thoughts. But life, as it often does, had other plans. Everything sort of derailed for a while. I forgot all about this platform and it fell to the back of my mind as I tried to manage the chaos of my real life these last few years.

Fast forward, it’s 2025, and things have changed,drastically, deeply, and in some ways, beautifully. Over the past year especially, I’ve spent more time writing than I ever have. It started as a way to process everything I’ve been through, emotionally, spiritually, and even creatively. I began putting my experiences into words, journaling my trauma, trying to make sense of the years I lost to survival. I’ve written pieces about what it means to heal, to rebuild, to reclaim your story.

I’m a survivor of extreme childhood abuse and neglect. Writing has helped me give shape to those memories without letting them define me. It’s helped me understand who I’ve become in the aftermath, and why. But it hasn’t all been heavy, I’ve also used this time to play new games, explore new worlds, learn new skills, and create. I started world-building again, something I’ve loved since I was young. I’ve written a few eBooks. I’ve even created homebrew games and lore for tabletop RPGs that I hope to share more of soon.

I’ve also found a kind of comfort in unexpected places, especially Reddit. I’ve become pretty active there, not just scrolling but engaging. I love responding to posts, jumping into conversations, offering thoughts, advice, or just a laugh. I guess you could say Reddit has been my warm-up for this next chapter. Writing comments may seem small, but for me, it reminded me how much I love using words, and my voice to connect with others.

Lately, I’ve been thinking about starting a blog, and I have even dipped my toes into the world of YouTube. But if I’m being honest, I don’t want to overload myself. I'm still learning how to balance creative expression with real-life responsibilities. I’m a work-from-home, homeschooling mom. My life is full. Recently I've been craving creative outlets, I also know I need structure, and a lot of grace.

That’s why I’m here on Vocal again. Rather than build an entire blog from scratch, I’m going to use this platform as my home base. My digital sacred space, if you will. A place to write about my interests, share my thoughts and opinions, and dive deep into the experiences and passions that make me who I am. It’ll be a little of everything, honest, messy, layered. You could call it chaotic content, I do.

So, who am I exactly may ask?

I’m a pagan, born and raised. I am a mystic witch who finds meaning in the unseen, the intuitive, and the spiritual threads that run through our everyday life. I blend the mystical with the mundane, weaving magic into motherhood, home life, and my creativity.

I’m originally from Ohio, but I spent 15 years of my life in Tucson, Arizona. The desert left its mark on me, in my heart, and soul. Its harsh resilience was beautiful in my eyes. But in 2020, during the pandemic, my family and I made the decision to return home, to Ohio. We purchased our house here, tucked away in the middle of nowhere in the Appalachia foothills, hoping to build something stable and meaningful.

Since then, like many others, we’ve faced some hard times. The world has shifted. Resources are tighter. Everything feels a little more fragile. But we’re still here. Still creating, still growing, still moving forward. That alone is worth celebrating to me.

When I’m not writing or wrangling homeschool schedules, you can probably find me immersed in my video games. I’m especially into Palworld and Disney Dream light Valley, two very different games, I know, but both spark joy in their own ways. I love cozy games, magical worlds, and anything that lets me escape and dream. My interest in TTRPGs continues to grow, too, and I hope to write more about my homebrew ideas, game mechanics, and lore-building process soon.

I want my Vocal to be a place where all of this can live side by side. Where my writing about healing can sit next to gaming reviews. Where witchy musings can mingle with stories about motherhood, travel, and TTRPG mechanics. I want to talk about the things I love, the things I’ve survived, and everything in between. Honestly? Life is chaotic, so is the content I create. But that doesn’t make it less valuable. In fact, I think that’s what makes it real.

I’m still finding my voice in this space. I’m used to being a commenter, someone in the background responding rather than initiating. But this, writing articles, putting my thoughts on display, is a whole different kind of vulnerability. While I wish I had started sooner, I know now is the right time. I’m not here to be perfect. I’m here to be me.

I hope writing here helps me grow, not just as a creator, but as a person. I want to improve my craft, connect with other writers, and discover new voices. I want to read, to learn, and to share in the stories of others. So if you’re reading this, thank you for being part of my beginning.

This is my introduction to Vocal. This is where my chaotic content begins.