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Taking Off
This publication is about taking off on foot, in a car, by plane or in the mind. It’s about taking off of work, school or life in general. Old stories, new stories and imagined stories that feature these various forms of taking off, including masks and hats, are all welcome.
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This publication is about taking off on foot, in a car, by plane or in the mind. It’s about taking off of work, school or life in general. Old stories, new stories and imagined stories that feature these various forms of taking off, including masks and hats, are all welcome.

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KL Simmons
Seeking improvement as a writer and human. Email: KLSimmons.medium@gmail.com. Owner of the publications: Taking Off, Pure Fiction and Interracial Relations.
Writers
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JA Vassili
I write fiction, essays, and poetry. I write what I want to read; I read what I want to write. I’ve been at it since I was a kid; I’ll be at it when I’m ancient
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Denise M. Day
Fumbling my way through Italy since 2012.
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KL Simmons
Seeking improvement as a writer and human. Email: KLSimmons.medium@gmail.com. Owner of the publications: Taking Off, Pure Fiction and Interracial Relations.
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Andrea
PhD in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology. Travel, Fashion and science blogger at phdfashionista.com
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KiKi Walter
AKA "The Memoir Queen." Ki is the founder & co-publisher of The Memoirist, Age of Empathy, Black Bear, Dear KiKi, QuickTalk, The Mayhem, Songstories, and more.
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Gabriela Francisco
💗Gabriela Francisco. ✍️Poet. 📗Avid storyteller. 🔆Sunset Chaser. 🐩Poodle lover. 📷Photographer. 🏝Beach walker.
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Joel A. Johnson
Family man, & creative who enjoys karaoke, poetry, & balance sports (skating & skiing). I focus on social justice. Writes for The Lark, AfroSapiophile, WEOC
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Crystal A. Wolfe
Creative writer, full-time RVer, & travel enthusiast. Follwer her on her adventures on Facebook, Instagram & YouTube at: https://linktr.ee/CrystalAWalker
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Jack Road
Writer on the move. Vagabond, visiting the world and exploring everything. Journeys are happiness in motion. Let’s break the 9-5 hustle.
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Shannon Piérre
Spiritual being who chose a human experience. https://substack.com/@shanecdote
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Misty Rae
6X Top Writer. Former legal eagle. Wife, mother, nature lover, chef, writer and all-around free spirit . https://ko-fi.com/mistyrae
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Men.21times@gmail.com
Patient of life, attempting to heal oneself by Quill. Transitioning from a profession of technology.
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Sara Burdick
I quit the rat race after working as a nurse for 16 years. Travel and Storyteller. I live in Colombia. https://linktr.ee/saraaliceburdick
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J.J. Pryor
3.01 Mil reads | Ex-pat | Ex-Head Product | Ex-cuse Me | PB&T creator | Top 100 Writer | jjpryor.substack.com
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Tooth Truth Roopa Vikesh
I don’t just create smiles, I inspire them! Dentist, mom—Jamshedpur, India.
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DeeDee
🇦🇺 Social Media Marketer & Content Repurposing Expert.
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Gerald Washington
Just a curious writer trying to navigate a complex world. Sharing my words helps a lot with that.
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Ivery del Campo
Beach mom. Chef's wife. Literature prof, writer.
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bakagaijin
Master Inventor and AI Architect. Grew up in Japan, World Traveler. Former Navy Linguist. Interests include Music, Writing, Tech, Travel, and a Better World.
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Y. Chwyldro
Politically Left, parent, Welsh. Writes about any combination of the three, and occasionally other subjects entirely. leftwingdad.com
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Judy Derby
Hey, ya’ll! I’m a retired social worker who always wondered what I should be when I grew up. Still don’t know. Love trivia, random thoughts and short stories.
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P. Venkat Raman
A tortoise among internet marketing hares. Slowly inching toward the goal.
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Richard A. Steele
Writer of science fiction and transgressive tales. Trying to improve his vibration one wavelength at a time while working on his first novel.
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Vivian Oguguo
UX Copywriter, Medical Professional, Design Enthusiast. https://linktr.ee/theviviano
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Citizen Upgrade
Upgrade your world. Upgrade your life. A community of experts covering technology, society, and personal development. Visit us at: www.citizenupgrade.com
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dick
Love creativity, wit, self knowledge, other people’s ideas on life, art, and conversation. And most of the writers. Only some like me or my ideas. That’s okay.
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Perri Michelle
Teacher, writer, entrepreneur and digital nomad. Sharing my experiences dating, traveling and living abroad to help others discover a lifestyle of freedom.
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Ticapo
Applied psychologist in training. Strives to improve mental health and sleep quality to boost your well-being.
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Alexandra Christensen
Top Writer in Parenting, follower of Jesus, photographer, birthmom, foster & adoptive mom sharing what matters most to me with the talents God has given me.
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Robert Pomeroy
I am many things. I’m a photographer, music critic, lapsed Anthropologist and wage slave. I will share my writing here. Some are informative, some my be smutty.
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Ellie Brooke
Poetry inspired by nature and the inner-wrestling. Prose in pursuit of living well. Learning how to ‘be’. Find me at: wilderword.com
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Niharika Chhabra
4x Top Travel Writer/ SEO Content Writer/ Copywriter/ QA/ Published Author
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Graham D. Cooke
Accidental published author 🧔 Technical writer & editor (25+ years) ... Medium editor (14 pubs) 🕵 ”medium.com/@graham.cooke.cts/about"
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Gianni Bawn
I write fiction, non-fiction, personal essay, and articles on mental illness. I live with mental illness and aspire to be a mental health advocate. (he/him/his)
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Yvonne Tse
I run. I eat. I travel. I live with OCD. I spend most days solving complex problems.
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Kim Baker
I am a teacher, an immigrant, and a photographer currently living in Spain. I write about international living, relationships, and learning.
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Adrienne Beaumont
I’m Australian. I love to travel and write about my adventures.I write about my daily life as a mother and grandmother as well as my past experiences.
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Jacqueline R.M.
Unsolicited insight from someone you don't know in a place you've never heard of.
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Nahid
Solo female traveler, nature lover with a passion for photography. I like to write about my experiences and other complex topics.
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Walter Rhein
I have 10+ years experience as a certified English and Physics teacher. 20+ years of experience as an editor, journalist, blogger and novelist.
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RGomez
What’s more inspiring than creativity? I write about our lives’ dance with it: Writing. Memoir. Fiction. Humor... I seek my Higher Self in the wonders of story.
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Maggie Gigandet
I’m a Nashville freelance writer focusing on the outdoors and unique interests. I’m an avid hiker and love the Tennessee State Parks! Visit maggiegigandet.com
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Laurie Morin
Author | Retreat Leader | Travel & Transformation Guide |I write about personal growth, empowerment, career fulfillment, and travel as a path to self-discovery.
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Ellen Eastwood
Culture and lifestyle writer | Generalist | Curious | Witty on a good day | Contact: elleneastwood@outlook.com
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Karen Toralba
Top Writer in Social Media. I write fictional stories, writing tips, travel blurbs, and other random pieces.
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Tammy G
Lifelong learner with a passion for reading & a desire to help others. Current pursuits include writing, web & UX design, travelling & volunteering.
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Catherine Arnett
Linguist writing about in travel, society & culture, and language.
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Peggy McDaniel
Ex-Expat. Traveler for work and play. Prefer roads less traveled. Yogi, lover of nature and kindness. Avid photographer in search of the next best beach.
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Barb Dalton
Mum to 3 humans, 2 fur balls. Kiwi-Canuck. Nursing Instructor by day; rants, reminisces and rhymes by night. Owner of Nursing Notes, Editor at The Daily Cuppa
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Michele Maize
Sober Traveler | Wannabe Vegan | Yoga Addict. Extrovert turned introvert who loves dachshunds. Owner of "The Maze". Editor at Black Bear and Globetrotters.
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James Jordan
Teller of tales, many of which are actually true. Award-winning journalist, and the William Allen White Award for reporting.
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Bernie Pullen
Life experiences intrigue me. Parenting| bereavement|memoir,|travel writer. I’m a coffee lover, I keep grounded by walking in nature, Tai Chi, and Yoga.
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Matt Hammerle
American teaching English in Seville, Spain. Writing about my time in Seville, my travels throughout Spain & Europe, and whatever else crosses my mind!
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Cubby Momsen
Retired and running a successful AirBnB in Waterbury Center, Vermont. Writing is an outlet for me not a business.
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Dimitrios Fanourios Pischinas
Life-long nomad and visitor of nearly half of the world’s countries. Avid writer and author of 3 books. Also into photography and composing music.
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Lifestyle With Nina
DIGITAL NOMAD. TRAVEL VLOGGER. Showing others how to travel the world on a budget + documenting my experience as a digital nomad!https://www.onelifepassport.com
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Jillian Amatt - Artistic Voyages
I seek new experiences and share my life as an artist, traveler, foodie, gardener, and serious steward of our beloved planet. Life is short, let's get busy!
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Ronald Smit
Husband, father, geologist, consultant. I love travelling and learning, sharing feelings about all that, sometimes funny, always positive.
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Helen
Writes about digital transformation, product development and change management
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Vidya Sury, Collecting Smiles
Publisher, Namaste Now! Writer, all genres. Editor. Poet. Diabetes Warrior. Traveler. Photographer. Hopeful. Wears son's oversized tshirts https://vidyasury.com
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Simon Whaley - Author | Writer | Photographer
Bestselling author, writer and photographer. UK travel writer. Lives in the glorious Welsh Borders. Contact: https://www.simonwhaley.co.uk/contact-me/
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Paola Faben Oliveira
I'm a Brazilian living in Tallinn, Estonia. I write about my life experiences, lessons and some random reflections.
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Scot Butwell
I am embarrassing according to teenage son. My jokes are terrible and I don't know when to stop annoying my son. I am the dad of an autistic son. A funny kid.
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Ponzo Blogs
I love traveling
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Jamil Ashraf
I am professionally an Electronics Engineer. I have done Masters in Engineering and I have plenty of experiences in troubleshooting and maintain the plants.
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Raina Dalrymple
Travel and lifestyle writer. Documenting my experiences as a woman in my 20’s. Currently in Australia