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Romance/Love: December 20, 2006 Issue [#1443]

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Romance/Love


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  Edited by: Lexi Author IconMail Icon
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1. About this Newsletter
2. A Word from our Sponsor
3. Letter from the Editor
4. Editor's Picks
5. A Word from Writing.Com
6. Ask & Answer
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About This Newsletter


The touch of your hand says you’ll catch me if ever I fall
You say it best when you say nothing at all
~ "When You Say Nothing At All" by Alison Krauss

I want nothing more than to sit
Outside heaven's door and listen to you breathing
~ "Breathing" by Lifehouse


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Letter from the editor


         The time has finally come to reveal the voters' choice for their favorite romantic song of all time.

         I gave 10 points to each voter's first choice, 9 points to the 2nd place, etc. on down to 1 point for the last-place pick. I didn't know which song were winning until I added all the points together. It was surprising to see several songs come close in range with each other. Finally, here are the results to the Romantic Song Showdown:

10th Place - 113 points
         *Star* "Heaven"~ Bryan Adams
9th Place - 121 points
         *Star* "From This Moment"~ Shania Twain
8th Place - 136 points
         *Star* "My Heart Will Go On"~ Celine Dion
7th Place - 142 points
         *Star* "When A Man Loves A Woman"~ Percy Sledge
6th Place - 149 points
         *Star* "Take My Breath Away"~ Berlin
5th Place - 150 points
         *Star* "Wonderful Tonight"~ Eric Clapton
4th Place - 155 points
         *Star* "Open Arms"~ Journey
3rd Place - 167 points
         *Star*"Don't Wanna Miss A Thing"~ Aerosmith
2nd Place - 168 points
         *Star* "Unchained Melody"~ Righteous Brothers
1rst Place - 195 points
         *Star* "Everything I Do (I do It For You)" ~ Bryan Adams


*Heart* Reader Comments *Heart*
Carpageo Author Icon: I loved all of your surveys; it seemed each song took me back to a completely different memory (if that is possible)!

One thing I'd like to note: It was difficult to read the choices, once I got past the first three, b/c I had to scroll up & down in order to read the ones I hadn't voted on yet & had forgotten. I'm not sure if there's anything you can do about this (except perhaps have a duplicate drop down menu for each consecutive number/voting choice?)

All in all, you've done a really fine job. I'm looking forward to the results. Please check out my latest survey "Invalid Item" Open in new Window. . I gave you credit for it right in the title, because your Romantic song Showdowns inspired me to do it!

*Bullet* SHERRI GIBSON Author Icon: This survey was so much fun if you are a music lover like me. There are so many wonderful love songs out there...past and present. Next to writing, music is my all time favorite. I think they go hand in hand in numerous ways. I would have liked to see Bon Jovi's "I'll Be There For You" and "Thank You For Loving Me" on this list.

*Bullet* Poetic ~ Luck ~ Charm Author Icon:These were all very romantic songs with the right mood and feeling to them. I can't wait to see how the results tally, it is going to be interesting.

*Bullet* fleckgirl: I'm somewhat surprised at the 10 songs left, but Aerosmith's "Don't Wanna Miss a Thing" holds a special place in my heart. Hope it wins.


*Note6* Romance Writing Tip of the Day: Your main female character can play the heroine in your romance story; not every woman needs to be saved. Consider letting her be the person that takes charge and fixes the problems.


Editor's Picks


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You gave the stars their fire

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Warmth may only be achieved when the snowflakes come together.
by Lauren Author Icon
She closes her eyes and lets the warm lamp of this room dance before her eyelids.
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There was something familiar about him, but recognition eluded me until he smiled.
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by A Guest Visitor
It hit me like a line drive
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by A Guest Visitor
What time periods do people like the best?

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by A Guest Visitor
He softly whispers the words
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by A Guest Visitor
I lost my love among the broken trees
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A love story over time, using flashback.
by Vivian Author Icon
Remember when you promised you would never leave me?
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by A Guest Visitor
The warmth of his hand was wonderful, filling me with hope.

 Quantum Loving Open in new Window. [13+]
A love poem for someone famous and dead--for Slam
by Joy Author Icon
I glow in your arms

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by A Guest Visitor
That little lady in the stands would someday be my wife.

 
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Ask & Answer


*Bullet* SHERRI GIBSON Author Icon: Lexi, your Romantic Song Showdowns are just as great as your newsletters! Way to go!
*Star* Lexi Author Icon: Thank you, Sherri! It really means a lot to know that you enjoyed the "Romance Song Showdown"! I hope the final results didn't disappoint you.

*Note6* Remember, comments and questions are always appreciated!

Until Next Time,
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