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D.E.A.W.: Drop Everything and Write
This week is recognized as Drop Everything and Read Week. Sponsored by the American Library Association and utilized by many other library and reading programs, the event is celebrated in honor of children's author Beverly Cleary's birthday and brings to mind the "DEAR" tactic used by Ramona's family in Cleary's beloved book Ramona Quimby, Age 8.
By Cheryl Wray2 years ago in Writers
Date set for beginning of ground activity in Rafah: Netanyahu. Content Warning.
The top state leader of the country, Benjamin Netanyahu, said that it has been chosen when the ground activity of the Israeli powers will start in the Rafah area of Gaza. He gave this data yesterday Monday. In any case, he referenced no particular date.
By Anis Ahmed Siddeque2 years ago in Writers
Biden says Netanyahu's approach to Gaza is wrong.. Content Warning.
Blacklectroy three severe orders more than one elector in the first line at constant surveys. A. Tehran quickly answered by fighting back and required a public interview to gather the gathering.
By Anis Ahmed Siddeque2 years ago in Writers
Netanyahu Israel's savior or destroyer?. Content Warning.
Benyaminyahu has served the longest tenure in Israel. To exert power in 2021, decided to write an autobiography. Within a year, 'BB: My Story' became official. The 600-page book, written in English and Hebrew, quickly became a bestseller.
By Anis Ahmed Siddeque2 years ago in Writers
The Depressing Truth on the Value of My Writing
I joined Vocal officially as a Vocal+ member in June of 2021. I began writing here shortly after my Medium account was suspended for the second time. It has yet to be reinstated despite multiple requests, and so I have continued to publish here for the past almost three years now. While at first I railed endlessly against their counterproductive censorship policies, absurd minimum word count requirements, bizarre "community" structure, and bare bones text editing capabilities I have come to accept the limitations and have developed something of a fondness for it. One thing that has not changed much since my Medium days is my popularity and viewership stats. I was never very popular there and that trend has continued apace. While I like to think I am a fairly decent to maybe even good writer, the general public continues to strongly disagree, at least based on the dollar value they have assigned to my work.
By Everyday Junglist2 years ago in Writers
Camera Wale Bhaiya: Content Creator's Journey
The path taken by Camera Wale Bhaiya as a content developer bears witness to his skill behind the camera. Through his photographs, he skillfully tells captivating stories with a sharp storytelling eye. He persists in the face of obstacles, encapsulating life in each shot. His art resonates with listeners from a variety of backgrounds because it demonstrates humility and genuineness. By creating content, Camera Wale Bhaiya leaves a lasting impression and encourages others to view the world from a different angle. His journey in the field of digital storytelling is still ongoing, providing moments of beauty amid the daily mayhem.
By Siya Sharma2 years ago in Writers
Monarchs & Commonwealth
The times were dreadful. The times were in an uphill battles. Many leaders arising and many leaders resigning. The world and Bourgnew were not the same,. It was post-World War 2 after Bourgnew's Monarch King Scott led with Bourgnew's Allies and won against that Dictator of Germany who walked in the paths of Napoleon and brought more hatred than before. That dictator who was guided by the Dictator of Italy who he looked up to and so adore and admire. He was swiftly brought down. He was defeated with the power of multilateral unity. And now the world did not want war anymore. The world did not desire to fight anymore. Everyone was tired of the issues of war, disgusted with the thoughts of war. Everyone wanted peace and stability back again and to rid the world of hatred for good. But there were some who desire to conquer secretly as Europe was suppose to be divided for a certain time until peace is attain however there were those who sought personal power. The Great Nation of Bourgnew still exist even with the takeover of Communism and Fascism. We did not cease to be a nation because we lived in the hearts of the people. We have too much history to set aside. We have fought too hard to give up. We will always been Bourgnewians. And God bless Bourgnew said Bourgnew's Monarch King Scott. And Bourgnew's President gave their remarks after his speech to Bourgnew's Congress. Bourgnew's President led the Monarch off the stage and introduced him to the leaders of Bourgnew. As the Monarch was briskly walking, he fainted and the President declared for the press to leave immediately. The Monarch asked for his family and he was carried away to the hospital. And the President reassured the people, King Scott has stabilized, he is ever vigilant ever faithful and ever loyal to our cause. We must keep him in our prayers and support the Bourgnewian Royal Family. At the hospital, the family gathered and met with the doctors. And the doctors after hours gave their signal to meet with the Monarch. And the Monarch reassured his family but he told them that he must give up the throne. The Birger's Throne belong to you and you. I have served graciously and fought hard for each and every one of you. I love you dearly. Son take the throne and established a more perfect union, created a common common commonwealth said the Monarch King Scott. And the doctors pushed the family out because King Scott had a stroke and he needed medical attention. And the Monarch's family met the press immediately and declared that King Scott had passed and that the new King will be King Peters. And as King Peters took the podium every Bourgnewian was crying and weeping. Even the President and Congress gave their support. My father served brilliantly and I shall serve like him. This country was a great experiment that was successful. I do not serve alone but with my family birth and the one I created. As you will see now even now and after the coronation that I am as strong, as faithful and as persuasive as my father. I do plan to make a Commonwealth which was the last words of my father. To complete the government of the people, for the people, with the people and by the people said the new Monarch King Peters. The President and Congress suggested that the coronation take place after the funeral. And the nation grieved a hundred days and within 30 days did they coronated King Peters. And the coronation was emotional and jubilant as each leader and Royal family kiss the ring of the new Monarch and pledge allegiance. But then there was an election for President and Congress. And the election was tense, there were socialists' views, communists' views, and the nation was in an uproar. And the Royal Family urged the Monarch King Peters to get involved. King Peters got involved and denounced those views that stood against the Constitution. King Peters supported the President and Congress leaders who worked under his father but he did not force his will only persuaded. On the election night, as King Peters was voting a communist met him at the polls and critically shot him. And they carried him away in an ambulance. And the President lost the election while Congress remained in tact. The new President visited the Monarch King Peters and asked him what he would like the new government to do. King Peters exclaimed like my father created a commonwealth. And the President was hesitated and Congress threatened to impeach him in addition he was not their choice. And the President resentfully created a Commonwealth. And the Monarch King Peters gave up the throne to due to health conditions and place his son on the Throne King Cornelius I and charged him with preserving the Commonwealth and all of Bourgnew.
By Distinguished Honorary Alumni Dr. Matthew Primous2 years ago in Writers
Lempicka
Robert Massimi From:[email protected] To:Robert Massimi. Sun, Apr 14 at 10:51 AM When the Tony's get announced look for "Lempicka" to get more than a few nominations! In what is one of the best Broadway shows I have seen this spring, the musical has a little something for everyone at the Longacre Theatre. At times the show has a little glam, at times it is Bohemian, and at all times it is fast moving with a very good plot. As Tamara De Lempicka Eden Espinosa is flawless in her role; she commands the stage with her deft acting and singing.
By Robert M Massimi. ( Broadway Bob).2 years ago in Writers
Monarchs & Prime Ministers
It was a time of aggression, a time of preposition and a time of enlightenment. The nation was in its first major crisis since King Mattius took the Birger's Throne. And he was pruned and stubborn and willful. He had many relationships besides his married one. And the public knew but feared the King the Monarch of Bourgnew. Besides many important people and even admirers were having affairs. It was common practice and very notable among powerful men. And just when King Mattius was having one of his numerous affairs. The Prime Minister forcifully broke through and declared that the nation was in a state of emergency. And the King of Bourgnew was very displeased that he threatened to rid the Prime Minister of his job. King Mattius was very acquitant about his affairs. And he did not like meddling of any kind. He was very willfull and he did not like being questioned about his positions or thoughts. And the Prime Minister said If you love this country King Mattius then you would hear to this calling. You would not cower like your fathers and ancestors before you. You will stand for what is right. You will void yourself of these delights that only cloud your judgement. The nation need you and if my head be put on the platter for loving my country then so be it. I have lived long and I have done many things. Sacrifice me for my country. And King Mattius suddenly stop what he was doing and send his mistresses aside and have a private meeting with the Prime Minister. And the Prime Minister would lightly smile because he knew that the King was listening. And King Mattius warned him that if this is one of his plots to take power in the nation then it would be off with his head. I cannot stand for anymore power games. I cannot stand for anymore adjustments to the Constitution and I will not stand for any light crisis. It better be serious and a present certain threat said King Mattius. And the Prime Minister said Let me bring in the experts these are the Napoleonic Times. And King Mattius was shocked and declared that the Prime Minister better tell him everything about this Napoleon. So the Prime Minister brought in all the king's advisors and all the Parliament's advisors. And King Mattius said Inform me of who Napoleon is and what does this man plan to do. And the advisors said that he plan to conquer the world and take Europe by storm. And King Mattius declared enough prepare for battle, find every Allie, every Monarch every Leader we must take this man out immediately. This is my order, a royal decree from the King of Bourgnew the Monarch of Bourgnew. After days of explaining to the King of Bourgnew, Parliament came up with a plan in alliance with the rest of Europe's Monarchs and Leaders. So Parliament waited for news about the French forces under Napoleon. And trap after trap he falter the plans of the alliances and he was coming for Prussia and Bourgnew. King Mattius was worried and did not sleep well. He wanted to know every news about the war, and he did not matter whether it was small or great and he wanted accurate news. Then after months the King of Bourgnew King Mattius received a personal expedited letter from his cousins in England The Messenger read Dear Fellow Cousin I speak on behalf of my father the King of England. Vacate, leave the throne, Napoleon is on his way and he wants each of our heads like he did with Louis 16th. Please dear cousin I could not stand to see that happen to you. You must stand for your beloved country as I. Until then. King Mattius was very upset and disturbed by the letter. And the Prime Minister tried for weeks to convinced him, King Mattius due to the war and lack of sleep was troubled. Then his wife became his rock and she consoled him and convinced him to do it for his family and his country. The Prime Minister said that Parliament is ready for Napoleon's entrance and we are ready to take King Mattius and his Royal Family away to a safe harbor. So King Mattius was encouraged by his wife and the Prime Minister. And King Mattius' family left first and the King left last and he thanked the Prime Minister and said God speed Bourgnew God speed our Great Nation God speed our Return. And King Mattius left after the Royal Household. And the Prime Minister said God speed King Mattius and God speed the Great Nation of Bourgnew. The Prime Minister placed the Noble Margrave in charge and said give them hell then retreat and escaped. Eventually Napoleon was stopped after months and months and years and years of rampaging. The cousins of King Mattius, the King of England being the prominent leaders of the resistance led the other European Royalties and their nations into defeating the dictator Napoleon and everyone was restored to power who had power.
By Distinguished Honorary Alumni Dr. Matthew Primous2 years ago in Writers
Monarchs & Kingdom
It was a time of creating kingdoms. It was a time of forging alliances. This is what it was like in those days of the Medieval Period in Europe. The people were yearning for unity and yearning for a country to be proud of. Artagus who loved his family, loved his friends, and loved his people was fit to serve. He was fit to be the king but had to prove it. So he became a hero of the Holy Wars winning praise from other Crusaders and winning praise from other leaders. As he fought valiantly in the Holy Wars in Israel, he believed Israel belong to all God's people and that israel should not be held into bondage by no nation. He was determined and fixed on the idea that this land was truly Holy. As he went on his first campaign, he slaughtered countless individuals with his sword, his sword was made of special metal and was a doubled edged sword that had to be sharpen properly. And Artagus would only fight with the valiant men, he did not like cowards. He did not like fools. He did not like drunks. He wanted honorable men and honorable men did he get. There were campaigns that Artagus had lost men and he would remember them especially the valiant ones by dressing them in his own clothing and doing their funerals in front of the other honorable men that served along with them. Artagus did not love war but felt it was necessary to preserve the peace. He felt wars were apart of God's plans and he was never afraid to obey God's plans. Artagus had a birth family, his mother Grace Lydia was loving and warm. She raised him with care and she was his comfort. He loved to see his mother who would treat him like a hero and called him a special name. And he loved seeing his beloved sister, who could make him laugh and think at the same time. She would put him in his place and make him feel loved. And his father Lord Kensington who would treat Artagus like a friend, his father wanted to do everything Artagus did and delighted in his stories. Artagus was well-rounded and well-loved and he knew this and delighted in family. And one time when his mother was fixing the meal and Artagus helped. His mother, Grace Lydia said I want to talk to you Artagus. When will you find a lovely maiden who would be your equal in every way. I have longed for a daughter in law and for grandchildren. When will you settle down. You have the means and the power and the looks. And Artagus briefly stated that Mother you know my heart and the desire of my heart. She said You seek to make a country and to rule this land as my ancestors did. Artagus said Not just to rule but to build a country where you would be proud of me and my father and my sister. I would like to make a nation forged in strength and unity, a nation that will give hope, a nation that will last a long time and if God let it Will change the world and all that encountered it will see its grace and strength and love it as I do. She said my son my son those are mighty dreams. You seek to gather the people like stars and rule over them and create them into a nation. Ah as a child you never shy away from learning. You never shy away from fighting. You never shy away from anything I could think of. Maybe it is time for you to forge your kingdom. I have relatives and they heard about you. This evening I will tell your father and present you to them. Artagus said Thanks mother I love you wtih all of me. This is a dream come true. So after his mother prepared the meal and his father Lord Kensington invited all the relatives and diplomats to his table, his sister was just about to eat with the diplomats when their mother pulled her into the kitchen to eat and hear what the relatives and diplomats think of Artagus. Lord Kensington went around the table introducing Artagus to the relatives and diplomats, they were delighted to meet him. As they ate Artagus would tell one of his valiant stories, and the whole crowd were intrigue and interested, they found Artagus fascinating. And after sometime one of the most honorable and noble men among relatives and diplomats said outloud, Let's take a tribal vote, now lift your hand if you think that Artagus would make a great leader and build a valiant and beautiful country for us. Six out of ten hands were lifted and the four that did not lift begin to babble and fight. They were upset at the leader of their response. So Artagus asked them You know I need a majority and I would like to understand why you did not agree. I seek only good and justice and I am humble by this whole procedure. So the leader of the response said If you marry my lovely and beautiful daughter, I am not related to you but a diplomat. She is beautiful very beautiful and no one has touched her. I would kill any man who look at her or talk to her. She is as lovely as your mother and sister. She is a virgin and shaped as a hour glass. Artagus somewhat protested but his father Lord Kensington said I am his father and if the woman is as you say she will be his wife. Artagus was a little upset but the other four agreed and Artagus became leader of the country even though it was dependent on his marriage to Princess Lydia. So they had three dates, one with family and he found her very interesting. She was lovely and nice. She was smart and wise. She would answer every question that his mother and sister said. She would ask them questions about Artagus. And they would be careful but spoke intuitive about him. They told mostly about his honorable and valiant side. And said that he has been fighting the Holy Wars for a long time and that he is kinda harsh because of the reality of them and not so much of his upbringing. And at evening, Artagus met Lydia's family and they were welcoming and inviting. Artagus got drunk for the first time and wandered but Lydia who was not drunk watched him and comfort him as they were by the beach of her parents' house. And Artagus became so relaxed that he said that he love Lydia like his mother and sister. And that he was afraid of marriage however he would love to be her husband. Then he fell upon her and her father and his servants helped carry Artagus into a room to stay over Lydia's parents house. Lydia wanted the wedding at sunrise by the beach as her father performed the wedding weeks later. And at the wedding the diplomats came to send in their approval and it was announced that Artagus will be our King and Lydia will be our Queen. And right on the spot they asked Lydia what's the name of the nation would be? She said she would have to ask her husband. And Artagus told a story that on all those campaigns and missions for the Holy Wars, I have been trying to think of a name. A name that is solid, a name that is noble, a name that is trustworthy and all that came to me was Bourgnew, the Great Kingdom of Bourgnew. We will gather the stars our people and forge alliances and make this kingdom. The diplomats were delighted and told their people and the kingdom came into being immediately and the diplomats became king's advisors and given places within the kingdom. During his reign, there came the time for Artagus to become a father, he finally did in his old age and at that time there arose rebels who were children of citizens who were angry that Artagus was friendly to Prussia when the Kingdom of Bourgnew departed from Prussia. Prussia's King whose was apart of the Holy Roman Empire saw Artagus as a divine leader and his vast army frightened him to declare war so he granted Artagus and his citizens separation on the terms of friendship. Artagus told the people that we need no more war. And that he has seen what war might do and how war drains the people and drains the government. And that we should foster means of peace, prosperity and stability afterall we are a country and we must remain united and unified. And so the rebels started to seize power while Artagus was being a father. And he named his only son, Gaius meaning the "Brave and Happy Warrior". And just when he wanted to present the young child to the nation, a sudden war broke out, the rebels wanted to take the kingdom and they fought for months but Artagus and his army prevailed and destroyed them utterly and Lord Burchester's men who were loyal to Artagus, captured the rebels' leaders. Artagus questioned hard the rebel leaders for days and weeks to see if another rebellion would occur then he placed in the hand of their captor who was his sister's husband. Michaeles married Lord Burchester. And Lord Burchester had the men hanged until they were completely dead. The people of the Kingdom of Bourgnew were once again happy and cheering since war cease and in the celebration Artagus made Lord Burchester the first Prime Minister and gave him the task of setting up a government.
By Distinguished Honorary Alumni Dr. Matthew Primous2 years ago in Writers
Embracing Love: Navigating Unconventional Paths to Parenthood
As I navigated the complexities of impending motherhood, fate had an unexpected twist in store for me in the form of Joshua. Three months pregnant and grappling with the uncertainties of the future, I never anticipated finding solace and companionship in someone new, especially amidst the tumultuous circumstances of my life.
By leonard otoo2 years ago in Writers
