Contests & Activities: June 01, 2005 Issue [#397]
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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

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What exactly is a contest? The dictionary tells us it’s: A competition, especially one in which entrants are rated by judges.

But what is a Writing.com Activity? Within that category, you have the chance to win raffles, contests, review or be reviewed, speed write, answer serious, silly and sometimes complex questions, solve puzzles, and most of all, learn while having fun.

Click on the links below and open the door to a whole new world of making friends when choosing a Contest or Activity:

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Letter from the editor

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FEATURED ACTIVITY

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As I read through the explanation page of the above, I thought "Therapy? I don't need therapy. I know exactly who I am!" So I decided to do the same assignment the author was given: "Write about me." While I do not have bipolar disorder, nor am I manic depressive, I discovered issues about myself and in my life that need to be addressed. While I think we all have some matters that could warrant attention, hopefully none are of a serious nature. I think I'll take up lifewriter's "invitation to join me on a short but exciting, and fun life changing exercise." If anything, it's peaked my curiosity, so, how about it, want to come along and give it a try?

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WANTED - GOOD HOME FOR AWARD WINNING CONTEST


Wanted: Preferred Author or above to take over ownership of award winning contest designed to showcase works of new members on the site.

Current owner's schedule has sadly forced him to relinquish the helm. His compass has been put to use elsewhere on his newly launched boat, The Pamela Anne*Smile*

This contest is well established, dating back to 2003, and comes with over 200,000 gift points.

If you are seriously considering managing this contest, please email David J IS Death & Taxes Author IconMail Icon for title transfer.


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Now for some WINNERS of last month's contests:


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WEEK ONE:

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WEEK TWO

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WEEK THREE

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Grammar Hawk Author Icon has compiled all you need to know about holding a contest in his book entitled:

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Each chapter is easy to read and very helpful. I've saved this to my 'favorites' as well.

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Okay, have I missed anyone? "Yes," you say. *Idea*Well I didn't get an email with your new contest or list of winners, so get it to me and I'll post it in my next issue*Smile*



Editor's Picks

Here on Writing.com there is a contest for everyone, so as requested, here are some contests you might enjoy:

THIS MONTH'S FEATURED CONTESTS


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Here are a few Contests to challenge your talents:

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Activities,Activities,Activities:


Raffles:

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Footnote: This Newsletter Editor does not guarantee that all contests listed are run responsibly. If you have a problem as a result of entering a particular contest, be sure to email the Contest Administrator. If you get no response, you can email one of the four Contest Newsletter editors for assistance:


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Ask & Answer

QUESTIONS, ANSWERS, FEEDBACK AND A LITTLE CHATTER


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A Little Chit-Chat From Me To You


THE NAME GAME


"Ok, Pam you have your choice.” David’s given me the option of a DIAMOND ENGAGEMENT RING, or the boat I have been hinting about all winter long. I ask you girls, which would you choose?

Call me crazy, but I chose the boat. Ever since we moved into our little house by the sea, my eyes have been drawn to any craft, of any length, with a ‘for sale’ sign on it. I have ogled row boats, sail boats, jet skies, yachts, and even a barge.

Last weekend, David brought me to a little marina a few miles from the house. There, front and center, was a 20 foot SeaRay with those familiar words ‘For Sale’ on it’s side. “What do you think?” David asked inquiringly. After a thorough inspection, inside and out, I fell completely in love with her. Her long sleek body with blue interior and 175 horse power engine were all in perfect condition. Once a few dollars changed hands, the boat was mine.

David and I walked around my treasure again and he remarked “Marie. What a lovely name for a boat.” That stopped me dead in my tracks. I hadn’t noticed this minor detail before. But there it was, in large bold script near the stern. MARIE. In my best third degree voice, I asked accusingly, “Who is Marie?” After all, in my mind it was already ‘The Pamela Anne.’

“Huh...what...err...nothing dear.”

Men! That innocent little smirk on his face didn’t fool me. Does he really think I’ll just let this sleeping dog lay?.

All right ladies, did you make your choice yet? Well here’s a little secret. You don’t have too, and neither do I. For me, it’s a ‘win-win’ situation. You see, David and I are planning our wedding. I get my diamond after all. Oh, and for liking the name Marie over Pamela Anne, I also get a consolation prize. A honeymoon in Hawaii.

Okay David, “What’s your favorite name again?”*Smile**Smile*

Until next month, keep entering those contests, and remember the Three Commandments of Writing.com:

READ, WRITE, REVIEW

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