Noticing Newbies: October 15, 2014 Issue [#6598]
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 This week: Inspiration on the Road
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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

Hi, I'm JACE Author Icon.

Welcome to this issue of the Noticing Newbies newsletter. Join me as I take you into some nooks and crannies of Writing.Com that you may not have found time to check out yet.

Don't forget to toss me a note about what you liked or didn't like in my column, or about a topic you'd like to see discussed. This newsletter is about and for you. And for you seasoned members, I hope you'll find something you can take from my ramblings. *Smile*

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Letter from the editor

Inspiration On The Road


Upon returning from my rather extended vacation this week, I had the opportunity to read some of your posts in "Noticing Newbies" Open in new Window.. I know I said I would talk more about Portfolios in this issue. But I just had to spend a moment on some concerns I saw listed there. I'll get back to Portfolios next month.


One recurring theme I saw in the NN forum was new members seeking inspiration for their writing. "How do I become inspired to write?" "Where can I find inspiration?" "What is there to write about?"

The short answer is ... life. To coin a popular advertising slogan: It's everywhere you are.

Inspiration is all around us. Open your eyes and your imagination, and let both take you off in some direction you've never considered before. I suspect most of us have certain genres in which we like to write. You probably find yourself pre-disposed to writing in those genres. But who says you have to stick to one or two themes?

In this day of digital cameras and cell phones, no one goes anywhere without documenting some of that trip with pictures. I still enjoy taking photos with real film ... but I'm very glad to have the digital capability. Time and money is usually a premium for one on vacation. My wife and I took more than 1400 pictures over a three-week period. (Of course, now I have to weed through all those pics for the gems.) *Wink*

My point is some of these shots have given me ideas for both stories and poems that I might have overlooked given my predilection for romance and erotica. Photos help us retain certain feelings and thoughts we had at the moment they were taken. Often, those feelings are as vivid as ever when the pics are viewed later. Some examples:

A pond in New Hampshire.

Perhaps "curled edges of quiet fire" along the journey through New Hampshire might strike a poetic chord.


The power of Niagara Falls.

Tales abound of men, women and young children who have been caught in the awesome power of the falls. Some are tragic; some are miraculous. What if you were caught in a small boat that just passed the "point of no return?"


A small boy against nature.

I saw this young boy in a state park in North Carolina climbing on the rocks below the falls, his mother's concerned voice all but drowned out by by the rushing waters. He finally paused in a stance reminiscent of Leonardo DiCaprio's "I'm the King of the world" vignette. What do you think was going through his mind?


My grandson, John Henry, has dad by his ears.

What do you suppose he's thinking holding tight to dad's ears?


Photos are but one dimension of traveling. I picked up some local and regional publications from several places we toured. Consider the possibility that you may have a unique perspective on the park/community/attraction that might be published in their magazine. You may not get paid for your effort ... unless you consider actually being published a form of payment. Be sure to check with the editorial staff for submission criteria.

Whatever sparks your interest, don't be afraid to place yourself in your writing. What comes from within will be more real, more vibrant, and more satisfying. You're a writer ... or, you want to be. Use your life experiences; put yourself out there. The chances are, someone else will wish he or she did just that.

Write On!



Editor's Picks

Check out these Newbies (I've selected folks who have filled out their Biography or something in their Bio-Block). Take a moment to review something in their Port ... or just say hi.
 Women of Woden Open in new Window. (13+)
Late at night in the October woods, four women wait with two goats for the slaughter.
#2013941 by Renee Trenton Author IconMail Icon

 Hanging on Open in new Window. (18+)
A poem about hanging on when things feel hopeless. No, I am not suicidal.
#2013903 by Somethingstrange Author IconMail Icon

 Reflections Open in new Window. (ASR)
Each morning we look in the mirror, just what is it that looks back?
#2010854 by B F Irving Author IconMail Icon

 "Made To Fly" Open in new Window. (E)
We were made for more than this temporary life. Let your light shine!
#2013848 by Poet4Him Author IconMail Icon

 The Adventures of Tad the Tiny Toad Ch 1 Open in new Window. (E)
Chapter 1 about a tiny frog and his adventures in the South & Native American culture
#2013829 by Gail Gates Author IconMail Icon

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Ask & Answer

And from the mailbox about my last Noticing Newbies newsletter, "Inside Your Portfolio" Open in new Window..

From dmc123: Nice write up--very informative---Thank you--- David

Thanks, David.


From Turkey DrumStik Author Icon: Hey, there! This is intended as a more private catch all comment for everyone who edits this NL. I was wondering if anyone was up for helming a newsletter on how to construct posts in the support forums. As someone who has helped out there for years, I find that detailed yet concise posts help those who volunteer in the forums to be better able to troubleshoot issues more quickly and more accurately. *Smile*

Great idea, Elisa. Be worth looking into ... and not just by the editors of this NL. Thanks for the idea.


From Elfin Dragon-finally published Author Icon: I want to take the time to thank you for listing the tabs in the port. There are a couple I've been reluctant to try and having a place to look at them and have them explained really helps. Thank you. *Smile*

I'm glad this helped. You can always find answers in "Writing.Com 101" Open in new Window.


From Elle - on hiatus Author Icon: Woohoo! All went well this time. *Bigsmile* Great newsletter, Jace!

Thanks, Elle. I was beginning to doubt my sanity. *Delight*


From sunnystarr: Great news letter. I really enjoyed it as it full of good information! Keep sharing *Smile*

Thank you.


From cha02gupta: Namaste. It's been not more than 6 days I noticed writing.com while a casual google search. Knowing about this site put big grin on my face as this was the way and venue I looking for. It's pleasure to be a part.

Best of luck to you.


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