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The Land of 'Fire and Ice'.
Iceland, aptly named 'the land of fire and ice', is one of the most striking places on our planet. This frozen landscape is set right on top of a volcanic melting pot, which is evident in the fountains of scalding water and explosions of molten lava that escapes the crust. The end result is a landscape of stark and fiery beauty.
By Novel Allen2 years ago in Writers
A Six Pack of Writers. Top Story - November 2023.
Hi my name is Rick Henry Christopher On March 8, 2022 I created the Facebook group Vocal + Assist. I had been a creator with Vocal Media since May 25, 2021. That was during a very trying time in my life. It was a few months after I went through radiation treatments for prostate cancer. Shortly after that my mom began hallucinating pretty bad and ended up in the hospital. After that she required round the clock care having been diagnosed with dementia and Major Depressive Disorder. My brother and I taught ourselves how to care for my mom in this condition which also included the fact that she is completely blind and is now incontinent. Then my brother became sick only two months later and he passed away on January 31, 2021.
By Rick Henry Christopher 2 years ago in Writers
THE SURPRISE BIRTHDAY
Once upon a time in the charming town of Willowridge, where the streets whispered secrets of bygone days, a buzz of excitement enveloped the air. It was no ordinary day; it was Thomas's birthday, and little did he know, his life was about to be touched by a surprise that would resonate through the corridors of time.
By Precious Oden2 years ago in Writers
500 Pieces of Me. Top Story - November 2023.
So, although I have been working on NaNoWriMo and still posting here regularly, I still didn't really notice until tonight that I was hitting another milestone - 500 published pieces on Vocal. That is during the last two years, with the bulk being this year. So quite the achievement, in my mind.
By Paul Stewart2 years ago in Writers
What Women Think about SEX Versus Reality
As a woman, I have always been intrigued by the societal norms and expectations surrounding sex. Growing up, I was taught that sex was something that women had to be cautious about and that a woman’s worth was often determined by her sexual behavior. However, as I grew older and had my own experiences, I realized that there was often a stark difference between what women think about sex and the reality of the situation.
By Riches Avenue2 years ago in Writers
Thanksgiving Memories. Top Story - November 2023.
Some of my happiest memories were spent at the holidays surrounded by one set of my family or another. I always considered myself lucky because I would get to feast first at one parent’s house, then at the other. Maybe that has something to do with the fact that I get quickly burned out on turkey and dressing now, getting to eat twice on the holidays.
By Mother Combs2 years ago in Writers
Jide Okonjo Writers Club - Create, Earn, Critique, Mingle
ABOUT It's finally here! Jide Okonjo Writers Club is a community I've been wanting to create for a very long time. It is an online community where Nigerian writers, at any point of their career, can come together to create, earn, offer helpful critiques to each other, and mingle.
By Jide Okonjo2 years ago in Writers
Reaching 100 On Vocal: But Are All Communities Equal?
This is my 100th post, and it has taken me nearly six months to reach it. I learnt about Vocal by chance, while searching for something else, and it was not a persuasive introduction. In fact, the critique from another platform was pretty scathing and off-putting. However, noting that the piece was written over two years ago, my open mind suggested that Vocal could have changed some things since then. I decided to give it a try, at least for a couple of months, as its approach aligned with what I was seeking. Well, as you can see, I am still here, so there must be something appealing about it!
By Elaine Sihera2 years ago in Writers
