In the form of diary/ journal entries, write about someone on a long-awaited trip.

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“A trip to New York ” by Anthony Rodriguez

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Dear Journal Today is finally the day that I have been waiting for months. Im finally going to New York I have been anticipating this trip for months. I have been there before as a kid but I don’t think I really appreciated the moment. I was 13-14 years old plus I was only their for about a day and half with my classmates. It was a dream come true then and when I left their that day there is no doubt in my mind that I was going to be back. Ive seen time square on television and movies like most people but being their in person...

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“New Life Travel Journal” by David Lastinger

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NEW LIFE TRAVEL JOURNAL4/1/2020Dear Journal,I am not sure how this goes but I’m gonna try out this journaling thing. Everyone seems to be doing it and this is my first one. Geez, I’m 50 years old and doing this for the first time. It’s been a helluva year so far, this 2020. So many bad things going on makes me want to pack up, leave everything behind, and live a simpler life. I am not sure if that’s possible, but the thought of it sure beats what I am doing now. Its becoming clear to me that I just can’t wait around and let life come to...

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“For Sparta” by Daniel Longoria

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My name is Draco Mesos. Putting quill to parchment I write these, what may be my last thoughts. The time has come, or it will in a few short hours. The time wherein I meet my destiny or earn my fate. I write this to my Mater in the hopes she will receive this journal once the battle is set and done. A Spartan trains his entire life for the chance of achieving glory for his family. My Pater, Lycurgus the Wolf was brave to the end and won great honor for our family. It is rare, but his fellows did brin...

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“The final trip” by Scott Morris

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April 2Only one day left before I leave. It has been a long time coming. I have packed everything I want to keep. It’s all in one duffle bag. Amazing how little I have after all the years here. I said good bye to my neighbor, Jimmy, today. He was sad. He choked up a little. A big tuff guy with tears in his eyes. It didn’t do anything for me. I will never see him again and that doesn’t bother me one little bit. I’m not sure why. We have been next to each other for years and quite often the only person I would talk to for days, but the thought...

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“The Sea Glass Menagerie” by Joel Samberg

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Wednesday, June 8 Arrived in Cape May about 3 o’clock this afternoon. Had a late start leaving the house because Billie wanted to buy a new bikini first. She should have done that a few days earlier, like me. But she’s Billie. Said she didn’t have time. Like I have a lot of time?The Bonnie June is a very pretty B&B. First thing I did (after we checked in) was try on my bikini. (Should have done that a few days earlier, but I REALLY didn’t have time. I had two boring school papers to write over the last two weeks.) Anyway, bikini looked o...

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“A Long Awaited Trip to A Purposeful Life” by Karen Dearing

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A Purposeful Life“Love Your Life” will have a different meaning to different people, it could be taking a leap of the unknown or like me finding a purpose after the loss of my mother in 2005 followed by the sudden and unexpected loss of my husband of only six years four years later in 2009. Anyone who has experienced the loss of a loved one would know the roller coaster of emotions that can completely overwhelm you. Once everything had settled down I was finally in the right state of mind to go on with my life and return to work. ...

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“The Bus Station in Argentina” by Claire Champion

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January 17, 2015My life is normal, if maybe a little boring. I live in a tiny city in rural Wisconsin. It’s lovely and idyllic and everyone I know seems to be so happy here. But I feel trapped, as though I’m wasting the prime years of my life.What is wrong with me? Why can’t I just be content? I dream of traveling the world, of living outside of the Midwest, of seeing what else is out there.June 25, 2015I’m not sure what to do. I’m suffocating in this small town and the feeling gets more intense by the day. But making a change is terrifying....

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“Journey to Northern Nigeria” by Ekoja Solomon Okewu

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I regret not believing the Medias report completely. After an arduous 2 days journey of travel, I finally made it to Shimei- my first destination in Northern Nigeria. The environment was very dry and dusty. Men and women hawked goods for survival while the presence of grazing cattle and sheep limited traffic flow along major road networks. As I went to an ATM point to withdraw some cash, a mob of youths with guns and other fiery weapons raced along the major highway down to a police station where a suspected bandit was in custody. The sight ...

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“Five Nights in Egypt” by Diane Verrastro

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March 3 – Tomorrow, I leave for Egypt. I’ve been dreaming of this trip since I took that archeology class in college four years ago. Unfortunately, Carly broke her leg and cancelled on me two days ago. But, I’m still going. If I don’t go now while everything is in the works, I may never go and I can’t risk that. March 5 – Made it to Luxor and settled in the hotel with a view overlooking the Nile. It’s magical here. I can feel it in my soul. I’m going to jump right in and visit the Valley of the Kings tomorrow. March 6 - Incredible ...

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“He became her minds perfect vacation destination.” by Suzie Clement

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Dear Diary:Well here I sit at a Starbucks an hour and half from home, still can’t believe I drove all this way to meet him, I mean ya! Richard and I have been chatting for months online, but here I am going to physically meet him face to face, flesh to flesh, scent to scent. I’ve learned a lot about him, but not everything there are parts of his reality I know he’s hiding from me, and I can’t quit put my finger on it, could be he’s married or engaged or something, there is something holding him back. Thru or chats I’ve asked the odd question...

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“Another World” by Emelia Claren

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September 16: My mother gave me this journal only a few days ago. For what reason, I don't know. I now decided to write in it because, well, it's the beginning of my senior year and I thought writing down my thoughts every once in a while may relieve the anxiety of school. I don't have much to write so far, as nothing has happened yet. I guess the only exciting thing that is coming up is my birthday which is about a week from today. I guess that's it for now.September 22: I know I haven't written much but nothing good has been happening in s...

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In the form of diary/ journal entries, write about someone on a long-awaited trip.

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✍️ 56 stories

“A trip to New York ” by Anthony Rodriguez

“New Life Travel Journal” by David Lastinger

“For Sparta” by Daniel Longoria

“The final trip” by Scott Morris

“The Sea Glass Menagerie” by Joel Samberg

“A Long Awaited Trip to A Purposeful Life” by Karen Dearing

“The Bus Station in Argentina” by Claire Champion

“Journey to Northern Nigeria” by Ekoja Solomon Okewu

“Five Nights in Egypt” by Diane Verrastro

“He became her minds perfect vacation destination.” by Suzie Clement

“Another World” by Emelia Claren

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In the form of diary/ journal entries, write about someone who's just decided to take up journaling.

In the form of diary/ journal entries, write about someone who's just experienced a big "first."

In the form of diary/ journal entries, write about someone who's up late at night because they're having trouble sleeping.

In the form of diary/ journal entries, write a story that provides glimpses into a person's life at different ages.

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