Writer's Block
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Eleven Days ago, I wrote a story called I'm back—maybe? In it, I talked a bit about my personal journey and highlighted some contests outside of Vocal that I was interested in participating in. I'm doing this because I've stepped away from writing for far too long. I've fallen out of practice, and my apathy has turned into the worst bout of writer's block I've ever experienced in my 28 years of life.
By Ashley Lima3 months ago in Writers
The Soul of a Poet
I thought I would write and tell a little about myself. I was born and raised in a rural area of Western North Carolina, in a small mountain community called Spillcorn. It's a place where everyone knows each other, where generations stay rooted in the same hills and hollers. Many who were raised there never left, never received an education, and never traveled farther than the town itself. I was determined to do things differently. I went to college and moved to the big city of Asheville, big to me at least. That move opened my world.
By Tim Carmichael3 months ago in Writers
The Quiet Power of Routine: How Small Daily Habits Shape Big Change
Introduction We often wait for “someday” to change our lives, “I’ll start tomorrow,” “When conditions are right,” “Once I have more time.” But big transformations rarely arrive by chance. They form through the accumulation of small, consistent actions repeated over months and years.
By Artista Pirata3 months ago in Writers
When Frost Strikes: How to Protect Your Garden During a Freeze Warning
A “freeze warning” or “frost advisory” is a signal every gardener should take seriously. This week, the National Weather Service issued a frost advisory for early Tuesday morning in the Treasure Valley and western Magic Valley, with forecast low temperatures between 32 °F and 36 °F. While Boise proper may avoid frost (with lows of 38–42 °F), nearby rural and higher-elevation gardens are more vulnerable.
By Ashley Scott3 months ago in Writers
Columbus Day: A American Holiday's Complicated Legacy
Every second Monday of October, a holiday arrives on the US calendar that prompts parades in some cities, closures of federal offices, and deep reflection on the nation's history. Columbus Day is a unique American institution, one that has evolved from a patriotic celebration into a subject of intense national conversation .
By Ashley Scott3 months ago in Writers
The Last Letter from the Sky. AI-Generated.
1. The Town That Waited for Rain In a small desert town where clouds were rare visitors, people had learned to live without hope of rain. The ground was cracked like broken glass, and the air shimmered with heat. The wells were nearly dry, and so were the hearts of those who lived there.
By Charlotte Cooper3 months ago in Writers
A Senior’s Guide to TikTok:
It’s never too late for seniors to join TikTok and start creating their own videos! With more older adults embracing social media, TikTok offers a welcoming, fun, and easy-to-use environment for sharing stories, building connections, and expressing creativity online. Read on for a step-by-step guide to setting up, creating content, and thriving as a senior on TikTok. This guide is optimized with helpful keywords like “senior TikTok tips,” “older adults social media,” “beginner video creation,” “safe video sharing,” and “grandparent influencers.”
By Ms. Phillips4 months ago in Writers
Rite Aid Shutters All Stores After Years of Financial Struggles
Rite Aid, one of the most recognized pharmacy chains in the United States, has closed all its stores after years of financial troubles. The company, founded more than 60 years ago, once operated thousands of locations across the country.
By Ashley Scott4 months ago in Writers
Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta 2025: A Sky Full of Color
Every October, the skies over Albuquerque, New Mexico, fill with hundreds of hot air balloons. The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta is the biggest balloon festival in the world. It draws pilots, photographers, and visitors from across the globe.
By Ashley Scott4 months ago in Writers
