 Contests & Activities: December 05, 2007 Issue [#2104] |
  Contests & Activities
This week: Edited by: Tigger thinks of Prancer  
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Contests and activities are all over Writing.Com.
Whether you use them for fundraisers, a break from writing, writing challenges, socialization, other reasons, or a combination of the above, this newsletter is for you. |
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Beware: this newsletter is full of cheese... and I left the crackers at home!
Recently, the generosity of the community here on Writing.Com has been displaying itself prominently. With the news showing mostly stories of violence and movies... and the attention of most of those around me being on 'self', it has become increasingly difficult to remember just how much generosity really exists in people... until I come poking around Writing.Com.
I recently started up a project on here that has grown beyond anything I had dreamed it to: "Invalid Item" . In this, any member of the site can submit a list of wishes, large and small. Then, others are encouraged to look over the lists and see if there is anything that can be filled. Some wishes are simple, such as for an encouraging email... while others look for things that are a bit more improbable, like world domination. (Currently, there are 3 members battling for that - eek!) In all that improbability, though, there have been some huge wishes granted: a laptop computer, upgraded and premium memberships, a house being kept from foreclosure... even a penguin!
I have noticed, though, that even the small things make a difference. Personally, I received a cNote in which someone listed 10 things that she thinks are great about me. While this isn't going to get me out of debt, cure me of any conditions, or make me fall in love, it surely made things much brighter... and encouraged me to share that same spirit with others (here and face-to-face.)
So, during the hustle (for some) of the last few weeks before Christmas and in the cold and dark that is chilling us all (at least in the Northern Hemisphere), take a few moments this week to do something for someone else, perhaps even someone you don't know. Who knows, maybe someday soon it will come back to you in the form of peanut butter fudge (available at "Season Tickets" [E]), a helpful review, or a sweet cNote! (but even if not, it sure feels good, doesn't it?) |
Here is a sampling of some items around the site that show members' generosity in full-swing!
 If you haven't checked these out by now, what are you waiting for?! All prizes have been donated by Writing.Com members and the GPs earned go to "RAOK Upgrade Brigade Group" [E].
The first and largest group out there to provide upgrades to members all around the site.
Hosted by an extremely kind group, in this activity you bring a gift and then leave with another. (And hey, if you can't afford one or don't think you have anything to offer, no sweat! That can be worked with as well.  )
It's here to send "Smiles" to other members: awardicons, merit badges, costumicons, raffle tickets, donations to groups, and so much more. All you have to do is make a request (most requests must be for someone else.)
A kind group whose purpose is to fill people's inboxes with cNotes!
Looking to make someone's day by sending a review? Don't forget to look here for some items that are just itching for a great review!
Spreading joy to those you don't know!
Both of these forums are here to thank those anonymous people who are always floating around the site doing good (and sometimes not-so-good.) Go ahead and peek in to see some of what's going on in these forums. It can be quite refreshing! |
Have an opinion on what you've read here today? Then send the Editor feedback! Find an item that you think would be perfect for showcasing here? Submit it for consideration in the newsletter!
https://www.Writing.Com/go/nl_form
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Comments about this Newsletter:
If you have any comments about this newsletter, I would  love to hear them.
Also, if there is anything you want to know about in the future, let me know. Thanks!
Questions for my Readers:
What is your favorite example of an act of kindness that has happened around you?
Also, I would love to hear from anyone who takes me up on my challenge to do something for someone else!
Comments about "Contests & Activities Newsletter (November 7, 2007)"
From kittiara:
Excellent Newsletter, Tigger, with some very good advice. I enjoyed reading it. Also, thanks so much for showcasing WLIDR! I really appreciate it . Kit
Thanks for writing in, Kit! And, you're welcome.
From katherine76:
Thank you so much for highlighting the scavenger hunt group in the newsletter I really appreciate it.
You're very welcome! I can't wait for it to run again! |
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