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Diane

Dec 2, 2019 at 1:25pm

My son made me breakfast in bed today as a congratulations for making it through NaNoWriMo. Cold scrambled eggs and toast never tasted so good. I love it this boy more than words can express (can I say that on a writing site?

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Schnujo's having school probs

Dec 2, 2019 at 6:44pm

Congratulations on both NaNo and on having such a wonderful son! Well done!

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THANKFUL SONALI On Hiatus

Dec 2, 2019 at 10:27pm

That's lovely!!

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Dec 3, 2019 at 8:51pm

He's 12, Dragon is hiding

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Nov 12, 2015 at 2:15pm

Got called a libtard on Twitter for liking an article that suggests media is giving too much emphasis to Carson's background and not enough attention to his policy stance. Granted, it's not a lovefest for Carson, but I'd think the journalist would get some credit for trying to focus on issues rather than attacking Carson's integrity. Here is a link to the article if you are interested in calling me a libtard too!

https://t.co/SDLtPbuYqF

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Fivesixer

Nov 12, 2015 at 7:40pm

Pshhh...what was I thinking, Elle?

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Nov 12, 2015 at 8:24pm

At the risk of asking a libtarded question: if Carson's policies are so libtarded that you're a libtard to support him, why are his opponents so desperate to avoid scrutiny of them?

10 years ago, you were a libtard if you took a stand for gay rights. 100 years ago, you were a libtard if you opposed slavery. History proves the libtards were right.

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Nov 13, 2015 at 5:51am

Libtard? What on earth is a libtard? Google, Google. Oh, a bleeding heart liberal. Count me in - Libtards of the world unite, you have nothing to lose but the Tea Party.

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Nov 9, 2015 at 10:21am

My conversations with Daniel on the trip to school each morning are enlightening. Today we discussed the probability that black holes were cosmic recycling machines. According to Daniel there is a huge gravitational pull coming from black holes that sucks in space stuff and bangs it around, which breaks it down into the smallest elements ("like the Hadron Collider, Mommy") so it can be used again when it's shot out the other side. My little guy is a science fiction writer in training!

#proudmama

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Joy

Nov 9, 2015 at 4:15pm

You know what, I think your

smart cookie's probably right.

Boy, isn't there a slew of story plots in that very idea of his!

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Patrece ~

Nov 9, 2015 at 6:35pm

Wow, that is a fun age and is also when they really begin absorbing their lessons and using their minds so creatively too!

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Jacqueline

Nov 16, 2015 at 5:59pm

i love listing to my children talking about topics they have such good imagination.
from JacquelineTasik

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Nov 5, 2015 at 9:30am

Glimmer Train Press - Short Story Contest for New Writers

Open only to writers whose fiction has not appeared, nor is scheduled to appear, in a print publication with a circulation over 5,000.

Reading Fee: $18
Length: 1,500 - 12,000 words
Deadline: November 30th

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tYpO/T.Boilerman

Nov 5, 2015 at 10:23am

Its a great publication by the way. I used to have a subscription. I enjoyed many of the stories but found some of them somewhat eclectic.

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Patrece ~

Nov 5, 2015 at 11:08am

Thank you very much for sharing this information!

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Nov 5, 2015 at 5:04pm

tYpO/T.Boilerman

Very eclectic and literary. The stories are exceptional and linger in my mind. They are understated and powerful at the same time.

I've submitted two, but they didn't like either one. None of my stories fit with what they publish. And I don't write the kind of stories they publish. More's the pity.

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Oct 23, 2015 at 4:01pm

Here are a couple of contests that need more entries this month:

FORUM

Parallel Universe Contest

(13+)

Write a romantic story set in the world of Game of Thrones!

#2058631 by ~Minja~

FORUM

Letters of Life, Love & Hope

(18+)

A writing activity in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness month.

#1312275 by iKïyå§ama

Now go write!

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~Minja~

Oct 23, 2015 at 4:08pm

Thank you Diane for plugging my contest

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Oct 23, 2015 at 4:51pm

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Diane

Sep 27, 2015 at 8:33am

If you want to write a novel, NaNoWriMo can help you get a jumpstart on a new one or further an idea that you've outlined, but never developed. Still, a month of intense writing can quickly become frustrating without a bit of preparation.

FORUM

October Novel Prep Challenge

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A month-long novel-planning challenge. NaNoWriMo'ers welcome! 2026 sign-ups open Sept 1st.

#1474311 by Brandiwyn🎶

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Diane

Sep 25, 2015 at 12:56pm

Today I get to spend time with this little cutie. How can so much drool come from one little mouth?

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iKïyå§ama

Sep 25, 2015 at 12:59pm

Adorable!
...and dare I say I'm going to hold him responsible for all the chaos going on this Friday.
Better watch that kid, Diane!

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Sep 25, 2015 at 2:04pm

Such a sweet, precious and innocent face.

Boy are you in trouble, "D."

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Dragon is hiding

Sep 25, 2015 at 6:05pm

Now, I'm not saying my picture beats out yours, but if it does, yours is pretty adorable too!

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Diane

Sep 22, 2015 at 3:08pm

Just started Prednisone and one of the side effects on the list they gave me is Loss of contact with reality. If I experience this I am to call my physician immediately.

If I've lost contact with reality do they think I will know this and somehow remember to call? #HealthcareFail

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Diane

Sep 24, 2015 at 8:59pm

Pita

are you really there or am I losing touch with reality?!

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Pita

Sep 24, 2015 at 9:02pm

I'm here! I love the new Pioneer badge! I gave Soph one congratulating her for not dying fording the river or dying of dysentery! I loved Oregon Trail!

I think you need one too.

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StarGazer

Sep 26, 2015 at 2:07am

Don't we have to lose touch with reality right now?

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Aug 1, 2015 at 11:29am

Did you see this contest?

SURVEY

Musicology Anthology

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An annual challenge to write a short story collection based on an album! Runs April-June.

#1377819 by Jeff

It's quite a challenge and there are a million gift points up for grabs!

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Diane

Aug 1, 2015 at 11:39am

I know, Choconut

! It's hard to pick! Just make sure it's one that will inspire you for the long haul.

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Julie

Aug 1, 2015 at 12:34pm

I'm so excited to get going on this!

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Nikola Ready for Spring!

Aug 1, 2015 at 12:40pm

Is it too late to join?

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Jul 6, 2015 at 1:18pm

There is a wonderful prompt posted in "The Writer's Cramp"

by Cubby~On the road again!

today, which encourages practice of incorporating the senses into your writing. The deadline is noon tomorrow and the prize is 10,000 gift points.

The prompt:

Write a story or poem that includes the following senses: sight, smell, touch, taste, and hearing

And... You may not use the word or root word of: see/saw/sight, smell, touch, taste, or sound/hear/heard anywhere in your story or poem.

And...Bold each of the five sentences in your story or poem you use to interpret these senses.

Example for the sense of touch:

Tarin's fingers tingled from the vibration of the electric razor.

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Jul 6, 2015 at 12:49pm

I'm back from Vegas. It was a great birthday celebration despite not winning big. (I'm told you can't win big if you don't play so that may have been the issue!) It was wonderful spending quality time with my mother and generally enjoying my first child free vacation in almost eight years. Now I have email to go through and much catching up to do.

I can't wait to see who has entered "Rhythms & Writing: Official WDC Contest"

while I was gone.

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Joy

Jul 7, 2015 at 10:43am

Hahaha! We're in the same boat. When we went to Vegas, I didn't play anything either, not even the slot machines; except someone pulled my hubby to one of the tables where he lost $25 immediately. That was it for him.

But the food and people watching was excellent.
Glad you had a good time.

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Jul 1, 2015 at 7:41pm

Want a "The Writer's Cramp"

Merit Badge? See "Note: I need help. Yesterday I posted ..... On..." by Sophy on the road

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Sophy on the road

Jul 2, 2015 at 5:41pm

Congrats to ~ Aqua ~

- she won! Thanks for helping promote it, Diane!

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Jun 19, 2015 at 4:10pm

There is a great character development posted by Robert Waltz

in "The Writer's Cramp"

today:

It's that time of year again. The June Solstice (summer solstice for those of us living in the Better Hemisphere) occurs at 16:38 UTC on Sunday, June 21. North of the equator, it's the longest daylight of the year. North of the Arctic Circle, the sun doesn't set at all. So write a story or poem about what you do (or your character does) on this longest day.

Write the story or poem as an item in your portfolio and link it in a post in the contest forum. Make sure to read the rules about posting word or line counts in your entry so you aren't disqualified.

Deadline to enter is 6/20/15 at noon EST and the prize is 10,000 gift points.

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Jun 3, 2015 at 11:53am

Know somebody who meets the following requirements and could use an Upgraded membership?

Has been a Writing.com member for at least a month.

Has given a minimum of ten reviews (250 characters or more of private or public reviews) during the last three months. (only required for nominees who have been a WDC member for five or more months)

Has at least eight VISIBLE items in their ports.

If you think someone (including yourself) meets the above requirements and would appreciate an upgrade, nominate them in "Request An Upgrade From RAOK"

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~Lifelessons~

Jun 3, 2015 at 11:54am

i have less than two weeks to get a premium account! crossing my fingers

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Mar 6, 2015 at 10:47am • Edited (Mar 6, 2015 at 10:47am)

🌑 Darleen - QoD

is luring all to the dark side with her fundraising auction! 🌝 HuntersMoon

is already bidding so you know it's going to be wild in there!

Invalid Item

This item number is not valid.

#1983757 by Not Available.

"RAOK Upgrade Brigade Group"

donated a Staff Appreciation Merit Badge and anyone who bids on that badge will receive an RAOK merit badge from me as well.

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🌝 HuntersMoon

Mar 6, 2015 at 2:31pm

Noted, Diane ... and bid on

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