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Spiritual: November 28, 2007 Issue [#2086]

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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
7. Removal instructions

About This Newsletter

Do you welcome the holiday season? Or would you like it to be over with already? Whatever your feelings, we can all do with a smile. Writing.Com has a lot on offer that can help you with that!

kittiara


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Letter from the editor

Shops and towns are decorated, Writing.Com looks very pretty, and many people are planning what to buy for others for the holidays. Indeed, quite a few people are looking forward to Christmas, whether or not the celebrations are part of their faith. Sometimes it’s easy to forget that for others the upcoming weeks can be a time of stress and anxiety.

With the dark hours lasting longer and the cold and gloomy weather many of us are exposed to, this is no surprise. Additionally, some people will be alone for the holidays. Watching the news doesn’t help much either – there is a distinct lack of happy stories on there.

If you are struggling this time of year, or know anyone on this site who is, there is some good news. Whether or not you celebrate Christmas, the site is full of fun activities you can take part in. Some are tied to Christmas, others aren’t. And there are some right good events to look forward to in the New Year, as well.

We can all do with a smile. Smiles are necessary for us to feel good and cope with the stress of daily life. Of course I encourage you to seek smiles offline, but it’s always helpful to smile as much as we can, and this community offers a lot of feel-good opportunities.

Take part in one of the many excellent writing contests. Exercising your writing skills, perhaps even learning new techniques, does wonders for a writer’s confidence. Check out the various activities. There are some really nice ones being held right now, offering you the opportunity to share and give, and maybe receive in return. The Season Tickets look to be the best ever, with some amazing prizes on offer. All proceeds go to RAOK, to help members with upgrades – a worthy cause indeed.

Whatever makes you smile, I am sure there is something on this site for you this month. Whether you’re into Christmas or not, this has to be one of the most inspiring times a year on Writing.Com.

I hope that as you have a look around at what’s on offer, life will feel that bit brighter. And if you are smiling, consider sharing your joy with someone else. It just might make you feel even better.

kittiara


Editor's Picks

This is by no means a complete list of everything Writing.Com has to offer this season, but I hope that you will find something inspiring amongst these events and activities *Smile*.

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Purchase Raffle Tickets for a chance to win some AWESOME prizes and support a GREAT cause!
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*Star* There are some amazing prizes to be won with these tickets! And all proceeds go to "RAOK Upgrade Brigade GroupOpen in new Window. [E].

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*Star* In this event you can make a wish list. You can wish for anything, from world peace to reviews. Maybe you can fulfill a wish or two for others as well *Smile*.

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Round 5 winners posted!
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*Star* The actual contest does not start until January, but you can sign up already. It looks like it will be... epic *Bigsmile*.

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*Star* This event was so much fun in its first round. The hunt itself is in January, but you can sign up right now. Amazing prizes and a professional host.

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*Star* A fun raffle with some really good prizes. There are daily draws, too.

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Send one to a friend today redeemable anytime! Anyday!
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*Star* These cNotes are different and fun. Bound to get some smiles *Smile*.

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*Star* If you are up for some Christmas fun, this event has a lot to offer.

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Nominate someone who has done a good deed!
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*Star* A place to nominate those who have done good deeds throughout the year. The more people you nominate, the merrier.

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*Star* If you want to send someone a smile but need some help, this place can offer assistance.

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Letters of Life, Love & Hope Open in new Window. (18+)
A writing activity in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness month.
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*Star* The Angel Army are having a party, and it looks like fun!

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*Star* A quotation inspired auction, with some great prizes. Ends December 1st.

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*Star* If you want to thank someone for a personal kindness, this forum is a good place to do so.

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Nominate a stranger to receive your free ticket to a raffle where everyone wins!
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*Star* Nominate a stranger and perform a random act of kindness.

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*Star* 12 days of Christmas, 12 writing challenges.

 
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Ask & Answer

I welcome any and all thoughts, views, questions and suggestions for my Newsletter, so please don't hesitate to write in. I'd love to hear from you!


faithjourney - Thanks for the newsletter on reviewing. I joined this website because there is absolutely no writing scene where I live, so this is my way of "plugging in" to other writers. The reviews, especially from people from different places and walks of life, are tremendously helpful to me as a writer. Likewise, I try to review as often as I can because I believe it helps all the way around - it widens my perspective and helps others grow as writers. I'm so glad I found Writing.com!

Thanks so much for your feedback! There is no writing scene where I live either so, like you, Writing.Com is the perfect place for me. It's a second home *Smile*. I hope you are having a wonderful experience here.

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Incurable Romantic Author Icon - Wonderful column, Kitti! And your closing line is the best.

Thanks so very much! I am glad you enjoyed the Newsletter *Smile*.

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myyadon Author Icon - That was good to read.

Thank you! *Smile*

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Bluesman Author Icon - Very well put! I have been critiqued a few times (with quite small ratings) because a person disagreed with the viewpoint of the article, rather than how well the article was written. You have put this into words.

Thank you! Unfortunately, this happens sometimes. I hope that the positive experiences outweigh the negative ones *Smile*.

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Wren Author Icon - Thank you for including my poem, Writing What You Know, in last week's newsletter.

Cautioning people about the reviews they write was an interesting choice for the subject of spirituality. There's nothing like criticism to squash a person's spirit. Good advice.

You are most welcome! And thank you for your kind feedback *Smile*.

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Gracious Author Icon - Thanks for the reminder of why we are here. It is good to know that in our busy worlds we are encouraged to be honest and considerate of others and their feelings, point of view. Thanks for commanding respect and humility when dealing with others.

Thank you for your kind words *Smile*.

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Hope you have a wonderful week!

Your Spiritual Newsletter Team:

Puditat Author Icon, larryp, Sophurky Author Icon, kittiara




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