Contests & Activities: February 19, 2013 Issue [#5522]
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Contests & Activities


 This week: Change is Good
  Edited by: spidey Author IconMail Icon
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Table of Contents

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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Welcome to the Contests & Activities Newsletter. I'm spidey Author Icon, and I'm your Editor this week!



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Letter from the editor

Adapting to Change
Some changes look negative on the surface but you will soon realize that space is being created in your life for something new to emerge. ~ Eckhart Tolle



One lesson I learned throughout my life is that unexpected things happen and that I can't control everything. While some unexpected events are bad, some can be very good! Some people tend to have a knee-jerk, negative reaction to change, but often if you look closer, you'll see that change can make things better.

Accept, even embrace, change!

One thing I love about Writing.Com is that the site is always changing, always getting better! I keep "Site News & Announcements" Open in new Window. in my favorites so I can know about changes as soon as they happen. I love experimenting with new features!

Did you catch the Review Requests & Review Tab Announcement this week? So exciting! You can now request reviews from specific members! And don't forget to fill out your own review tab, so others can request reviews from you! *Reading* *Pencil*



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“If we could change ourselves, the tendencies in the world would also change. As a man changes his own nature, so does the attitude of the world change towards him. … We need not wait to see what others do.”. ~ Mahatma Gandhi

Sometimes it's necessary to initiate change.

If you have a contest or activity that's not attracting many participants, try changing it up a bit before you throw in the towel! Ask participants for feedback on changes they might enjoy! Invite a guest host for a round or two. Take tips from contests & activities you like to participate in. Point is, don't give up!


There have been lots of great changes on the site, and I for one can't wait to see what comes out next! *Delight*



Always keep on writing!

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Editor's Picks



These items were submitted by readers of the Contests & Activities Newsletter:
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Contests:

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Free your words. Be handsomely rewarded. Deadline extended!
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Use the photo to inspire your creativity. Write a short story and win big prizes!
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Activities:

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Know of some gems that deserve exposure? Submit them in the feedback form or submission form at the end of this Newsletter, and I'll put them in my next one!




 
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Ask & Answer

My last newsletter, ("Contests & Activities Newsletter (January 22, 2013)" Open in new Window.), discussed getting involved.

Hello, Spidey. Great newsletter! Thanks for highlighting "Newbie Help And Support Group" Open in new Window. in this edition. *Bigsmile*
~Missy ~ Missy ~ EnjoyingBeingAMommy Author Icon

You're welcome! *Smile*



Thanks a million for highlighting my contest! The more newbies that are made aware of it will increase the entries. *Smile*! ~ ~ Santa Sisco ~ Author Icon

You're welcome! *Smile*



One thing I'm doing to stay involved in 2013 is judging a new contest. I offered to be a judge and was lucky enough to be accepted. Should be an awesome, long-running contest!! ~ Elle - on hiatus Author Icon

Sounds like fun!! *Smile*






Questions to think about:
Do you think change is good? What changes have you recently enjoyed?

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