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Tupac Was My Father. Content Warning.
Written by Xavier D. Prue on March 7, 2026 B.X. As a troubled youth who grew up without his parents, I imagined the legendary Tupac Shakur as my father! Raised by the rap lyrics coming out the speakers of my boombox, I see 2Pac as my first male role model. I grew up in a violent neighborhood on the lower-income side of Norwich, Connecticut, called the West Side where Dad was just a foreign word. Immediately following his murder in 1996 on the Las Vegas strip, Tupac became the connection that my peers and I related to every time we heard him scream “West Side” in his songs. Just two simple words, but it was a statement that made us feel we weren’t forgotten. I want to touch lives in the same manner that ‘Pac did and it inspired me to develop a Creative Arts center that will help the youth turn their ambitions into reality.
By PIFF MAGZabout 22 hours ago in Writers
Turning the Ephemeral into the Concrete
Some experiences feel real while they are happening and unreal almost immediately afterward. A conversation that sparks clarity, a realization that reframes a problem, a moment where scattered thoughts suddenly align. In the moment, there is a sense that something solid has been grasped. But without capture, that solidity dissolves. What remains is a faint impression, detached from the reasoning that made it meaningful. The experience was real, but it left no durable trace.
By Peter Thwing - Host of the FST Podcasta day ago in Writers
Vocal Creators it's time for Spring cleaning
It's time for Spring cleaning on Vocal Hello, fellow Vocal creators. With the season changing from Winter to Spring and the recent announcement about changes to the platform, I decided this was the ideal time to get things in order. Perhaps you should consider some Spring cleaning for your own articles.
By Cheryl E Prestona day ago in Writers
Is Self‑Publishing on Amazon KDP Worth It? . AI-Generated.
Self‑publishing has transformed the publishing landscape, and Amazon’s Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP) remains the most powerful platform for authors who want creative control, global reach, and the ability to publish on their own terms. Whether you’re releasing your first book or expanding an existing catalog, KDP offers a streamlined path from manuscript to marketplace.
By Kristen Barenthalera day ago in Writers
In May, I Will Have Written And Read On Vocal Media For Five Years
There are some extremely good writers on this site! It has been almost five years since I started in May 2021 on Vocal, and I continue to feel like a beginner. I was a new writer, then, even though I was an older woman.
By Denise E Lindquista day ago in Writers
A New Song
A New Song I woke up the other day and heard this new song. It seemed a bit familiar, but I could not place it. I don’t know where it was coming from either. So I smiled and listened to it. It was one of the most beautiful songs, I have heard in a long time.
By Alexandra Granta day ago in Writers
Drawn That Way. Content Warning.
Have you ever been naughty for its own sake? Why not? Is there something you were told not to do, maybe concerning your own body? My answer to questions one and three is yes.
By Harper Lewisa day ago in Writers
Writing, Even When You Were Programmed to do Nothing
I get it. Writing, even just a few words of your book, can feel like a completely out-of-body experience; like you’re walking an unknown path.
By Ali Fullera day ago in Writers
How an IT Outsourcing Company Can Accelerate PoC Development and Reduce Time to Market?
Owners of flawless software products won’t become market leaders. You need to be the first to turn a sketch on a napkin into a working prototype. Find out how the support of an IT outsourcing company can reduce your Proof of Concept’s time to market.
By Sonia Raia day ago in Writers
Early March 2026: 4 Goals Accomplished. Top Story - March 2026.
It's early March and I've now accomplished my 4th writing goal for the year of 2026. Before diving into the behind-the-scenes of it... why not tell you up front what that accomplishment was? I was published in a 2nd publication for this year. Published in Helix Literary Magazine out of Central Connecticut State University. You can read it for free right now!
By Stephen Kramer Avitabile2 days ago in Writers
Importing a Boom Concrete Pump with Mixer from China to Turkey: Top 4 Challenges and How to Overcome Them
The procurement of specialized construction equipment across international borders is a multifaceted logistical undertaking, and the acquisition of a boom concrete pump with an integrated mixer from China to Turkey exemplifies this complexity. This specific machinery, a paragon of efficiency combining pumping and mixing on a single chassis, is highly sought after for Turkish infrastructure projects. However, the path from a factory in China to a jobsite in Ankara or Istanbul is fraught with potential impediments. Navigating this process requires a methodical approach, a deep understanding of regulatory frameworks, and a proactive stance on logistics. Importers must anticipate and mitigate a series of distinct challenges to ensure the capital investment translates into operational capability without exorbitant delays or unforeseen expenditures.
By AIMIX2 days ago in Writers
Should You Use Elementor for WordPress in 2026. AI-Generated.
Building a professional website used to require strong coding knowledge, design skills, and significant time. Over the past few years, page builders have transformed the way websites are created on WordPress. Among these tools, elementor has played a major role in making website creation easier for beginners, freelancers, and businesses. But the WordPress ecosystem continues to evolve rapidly. New tools, faster frameworks, and improved block editors are changing the landscape.
By Louis Specter2 days ago in Writers