I spent most of my life believing the world was simply quiet. It wasn’t until my late forties that a hearing test revealed how much I had never truly heard.
I Didn’t Know I Was Deaf — Until the World Got Loud
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I spent most of my life believing the world was simply quiet. It wasn’t until my late forties that a hearing test revealed how much I had never truly heard.
A powerful and humorous account of navigating a world designed for tall people, where even simple tasks like shopping become exercises in frustration and humiliation. This candid story explores the daily obstacles faced by short people in everything from store displays to clothing racks.
Marcy didn’t want to go to school—with a black eye and a secret, she feared judgment. But when asked to speak, she found her voice—and her strength.
A thoughtful read-aloud for young children learning how to face first-day fears with friendship, courage, and kindness. ✍️ Author’s Note: This story—originally titled Meeting Friends and written by me, Vicky Hobbs—was first typed up in 1989 while I was in college. My teacher gave it a B+ and wrote...
The Ananaki is a mythological sci-fi novel that asks: what if angels never fell in disgrace, but volunteered? Blending biblical prophecy with celestial intrigue, this time-spanning tale offers a bold reimagining of ancient stories and spiritual power.
Discover ChatGPT prompts for writers, educators, and students. Spark creativity, improve revision, and grab the free downloadable PDF prompt guide.
Back in 2017, I wrote a personal essay for grad school—no help from AI, because it didn’t exist for me yet. But in 2025, a detector flagged it as “likely AI-written.” Turns out, I might’ve been channeling The Mechanical Muse before she ever showed up.
These three early poems were written for high school assignments, but they reveal more than I expected. This post explores what they taught me about structure, rhythm, and voice—plus a free poetry mini-lesson to use or share.
These poems from a 1988 college writing class explore the feeling of being boxed in by love and family—through assigned prompts that unexpectedly revealed lasting emotional truths.
Revisit three reflective poems written in 1988, offering timeless insights on nature, silence, and the beauty of solitude. Each piece captures a moment of stillness, emotion, and quiet thought. Perfect for readers who love poetic reflection.
Jumpstart your class with these 25 creative 5-minute writing prompts. Perfect for warm-ups, journaling, or daily bell ringers. Includes a free printable PDF for teachers.
Before streaming took over, Redbox was our weekend ritual. Here’s how six months of $1 rentals, jump scares, and popcorn turned into something unforgettable — and how my best friend made it all matter.
Postscript at the Start It’s been a long while since I last examined my rock pile. Life gets messy and busy, and sometimes self-care falls by the wayside. That large rock from 2008 represented one of the scariest times in my life. I was under investigation as part of a mortgage fraud scheme...
📜 About This Project I was honored to be one of 50 contributors selected from over 500 applicants for the Smithsonian and U.S. Postal Service’s Indians at the Post Office project. My piece, Last Home of the Choctaw Nation, was accepted for publication and remains part of the project’s archival...
A flash fiction story capturing the emotional toll of war in just 100 words. Mud, innocence, and the grim reaper collide in a powerful snapshot of combat.
Vicky Edwards is a writer, storyteller, and lifelong observer of life’s everyday messes. She blogs about memories, grandkids, life, and all the weird little moments in between—some of it’s true(ish), some of it’s not, but it’s all accompanied by a tear or a smile. She’s written for The DeQueen Dispatch, contributed to national history projects, and served as an editorial assistant for The Lindenwood Review.