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#4870:February 15, 2012  Shannon
Wonka Wisdom
"Hold your breath. Make a wish. Count to three."
#4863:February 08, 2012  Sophy mostly offline til 2/28
Tell Us About the Dream
During Black History Month in the US, many of us recall the life and ministry of Martin Luther King, Jr.
#4856:February 01, 2012  Kittiara
We All Share This Planet
We may inhabit different countries, have different views and different faiths, but there's no need for xenophobia.
#4845:January 25, 2012  Kimchi
Chinese New Year
Centuries-old traditions, customized and modernized for my family.
#4834:January 18, 2012  Sara♥Jean
Love vs. Fear
"There is no fear in love; but perfect love casteth out fear..." 1 John 4:18
#4813:January 11, 2012  Sophy mostly offline til 2/28
Like Trying to Catch Water in a Net
Why trying to name or limit the Sacred is futile, and ends up limiting our experience of the Divine.
#4806:January 04, 2012  Kittiara
New Year, New Start
A new year, a new start. But whilst it's good to make plans, we should remember to ask ourselves why we want change.
#4795:December 27, 2011  Kimchi
A Healing Touch
Jesus could heal the sick with the touch of his cloak, but even mere humans have the power to heal with their hands.
#4774:December 20, 2011  Smiling Sonali WDC Power #1!
Should you pretend - to please a friend?
Does a little pretending enhance a friendship, or dilute it?
#4762:December 13, 2011  Sophy mostly offline til 2/28
Finding the Light in the Darkness
December plunges the northern hemisphere into darkness, which can make it more difficult to find the light.
#4754:December 06, 2011  Kittiara
Embrace Your Potential
What's the worst thing that can happen? What's the best thing that can happen is a better question. So try!
#4741:November 29, 2011  Kimchi
New Old Traditions
Convention builds family one ornament at a time. But like holiday pajamas, traditions come in all sizes and colors.
#4726:November 22, 2011  Smiling Sonali WDC Power #1!
To Interfere or Not to Interfere
When should someone else's life become your business?
#4719:November 15, 2011  Sophy mostly offline til 2/28
Saying Goodbye to Our Best Friend
We have a powerful spiritual connection with our pets, which is why, of course, we grieve their death.
#4704:November 08, 2011  Kittiara
If You Could Be Any Animal...
Would life be simpler as a member of a different species? Would it be better?
#4678:October 26, 2011  Shannon
The Power Of One
Opportunities to serve will present themselves. You DO have the power to bless someone else's life
#4670:October 19, 2011  Sophy mostly offline til 2/28
For All the Saints
The origins of our observations of Halloween, All Hallow's Eve, and All Saints/All Souls Days
#4666:October 12, 2011  Kittiara
Living a Lie
Why do we lie? And how can we stop?
#4646:October 05, 2011  Kimchi
Perfection Hurts
Perfection—n: a beautiful word promising paradise but leaving behind envy, greed, sloth, and shame.
#4630:September 28, 2011  Shannon
Free Hugs
Making the world a better place one act of kindness, one personal encounter, one hug at a time.
#4623:September 21, 2011  Sophy mostly offline til 2/28
Make a Difference
How we can make a difference in the world for the better through our writing.
#4615:September 14, 2011  Kittiara
Everyone Deserves a Chance
There's a lot of talk about second chances, but what about a first?
#4606:September 07, 2011  Kimchi
Vampires among Us
Vampires are everywhere and they'll steal your soul if you let them. They are friends, coworkers--maybe even you.
#4586:August 31, 2011  W~W Gone Fishing!
Moment in Time--Lifetime of Friendships
People touch our lives in the most unexpected ways.
#4575:August 24, 2011  Sophy mostly offline til 2/28
Facing Our Fears
Facing our fears as a spiritual practice.
#4567:August 17, 2011  Kittiara
Who Are You?
Who are you? What makes you, you?
#4548:August 10, 2011  Kimchi
Reach for Joy
Is joy a moment or an attitude? How do we cultivate it? Children know the answer.
#4538:August 03, 2011  Shannon
"I Wonder How I'll Be Remembered."
How a Sunday morning sermon revealed the formula for discovering your life's purpose
#4521:July 27, 2011  Sophy mostly offline til 2/28
The Spirituality of Play
Think playing or being playful isn't spiritual? Think again!
#4513:July 20, 2011  Kittiara
How Would You Change the World?
If you were granted powers to make the changes of your choice, what would you do?
#4505:July 13, 2011  Kimchi
Grateful for This Day
Giving thanks for the small stuff brings huge rewards of spirit
#4484:July 06, 2011  Shannon
Be A Beneficial Presence, Part 2
Will you leave this place better than when you arrived?
#4479:June 29, 2011  Sophy mostly offline til 2/28
The Power of Midrash
How the Jewish practice of Midrash can help us expand our spirituality as well as enhance our writing.
#4468:June 22, 2011  Kittiara
Soulmates- Reality or Comforting Notion?
There's someone for everyone, or so we're told. Is this really the case, or is it merely a comforting thought?
#4453:June 15, 2011  Kimchi
Spiritual Discipline
Ten minutes to recharge the soul.
#4435:June 08, 2011  Shannon
Be A Beneficial Presence, Part 1
Do you infect people with your smile, or poison them with your negativity?
#4425:June 01, 2011  Sophy mostly offline til 2/28
Blessed are the Peacemakers
The Spiritual Literacy Alphabet - P is for Peace
#4410:May 25, 2011  Kittiara
Equal Rights and Equal Choice
This week's Spiritual Newsletter is all about the importance of equality for men and women alike.
#4400:May 18, 2011  Kimchi
I'm Positive--It's All in Your Head
Is the Law of Attraction supernatural? Nonsense? How about common sense?
#4388:May 11, 2011  Sara♥Jean
In Times of Pain
Earthquakes, fires, tornados, flooding-natural disasters abound all around us right now. Of course, with it comes pain.
#4371:May 04, 2011  Sophy mostly offline til 2/28
Be Kind to Animals
How kindness toward animals is a profound way to exercise our spiritual connectedness with all of creation.
#4365:April 27, 2011  Kittiara
Love Is In The Air
And now these three remain: faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is love.
#4353:April 20, 2011  Kimchi
Walk the Talk
Are you a minister or a hypocrite? Life's paths are so much smoother when you practice what you preach.
#4333:April 13, 2011  Shannon
Going Home
Is death the end, or just the beginning?
#4324:April 06, 2011  Sophy mostly offline til 2/28
National Poetry Month - Spiritual Style
It's National Poetry Month in the US -- and what better way to express our spiritual side than through poetry!
#4317:March 30, 2011  Kittiara
Those Moments of Inner Calm
Some people pray. Others meditate. How do you find your moments of inner calm?
#4296:March 23, 2011  Kimchi
The Inspiration of Spring
nature's beauty and resilience is an inspiration
#4275:March 16, 2011  Smiling Sonali WDC Power #1!
Money, Money, Money, Money
A material world. A spiritual world. We are living in ...
#4276:March 09, 2011  Sophy mostly offline til 2/28
A Different Perspective on Lent
Using the observance of Lent to create an opportunity for spiritual writing (even for those who are not Christian).
#4256:February 23, 2011  Kimchi
Pray as the Spirit Moves You
Pray silently or sing at the top of your lungs. God hears.
#4198:February 16, 2011  W~W Gone Fishing!
Preparing for Spring--Mind, Body & Soul
Spring is coming next month, let's plan now how to rejuvenate along with it.
#4228:February 09, 2011  Sophy mostly offline til 2/28
All We Need is Love
Love of self, neighbors, and God are foundational stones of most religions -- and offer countless writing opportunities.
#4221:February 02, 2011  Kittiara
Everyone Needs A Hobby
Do you get enough "me" time, or is life so hectic that it's running away with you?
#4203:January 26, 2011  Kimchi
Angels and Ancestors
The ancestors lent us their hair color, bone structure, traits and talents. They're still with us.
#4166:January 19, 2011  W~W Gone Fishing!
Power v Powerlessness; Wisdom to Know...
The ultimate inner struggle.
#4180:January 12, 2011  Sophy mostly offline til 2/28
The Spiritual Practice of Imagination
"Imagination" as a fundamental spiritual practice for writers.
#4171:January 05, 2011  Kittiara
A Spark Of Light In The Darkness
If we want change, it's up to all of us to be a tiny spark of light in the darkness.
#4156:December 28, 2010  Kimchi
The Magic of Change
"If you want to change your life, move 27 things in your home." ~Chinese proverb
#4136:December 21, 2010  Smiling Sonali WDC Power #1!
Tis the Season for Gifting
Presents, presents, everywhere - and ... ?
#4130:December 14, 2010  Sophy mostly offline til 2/28
Spiritual Literacy Alphabet:H for Hope
The spirituality of "hope" is explored as the next letter of exploration of the Spiritual Alphabet.
#4123:December 07, 2010  Kittiara
The Battle Of Good Versus Evil
The battle of good versus evil is a storyline that's endured the test of time - because it's real.
#4106:November 30, 2010  Kimchi
Beyond Belief
The magic of the holiday season is beyond belief!
#4064:November 23, 2010  W~W Gone Fishing!
Solitude is a Beautiful Thing
Alone does not mean lonely. Enjoy those quiet moments.
#4046:November 16, 2010  Sophy mostly offline til 2/28
Spiritual Alphabet: G is for Gratitude
In this issue we'll consider "gratitude" as a spiritual practice, as well as inspiration for our spiritual writing.
#4072:November 09, 2010  Kittiara
Preparing for the Holidays
Holiday preparations can be costly. But do they have to be?
#4058:November 03, 2010  Kimchi
Fear of Failure
Are we afraid of a failure no one else will ever know about, or the success that could change our lives?
#3996:October 27, 2010  W~W Gone Fishing!
Building New Memories
How To Battle Loneliness and Build a Strong Foundation for Making New Memories
#4026:October 20, 2010  Sophy mostly offline til 2/28
Taking the Plunge
When is it time to move on and try something new, maybe even jump into writing more seriously?
#4021:October 13, 2010  Kittiara
The Magic of Childhood
When you're a child, the world is filled with magic and wonder. And possibly a piece of string...
#4009:October 06, 2010  Kimchi
Fear Not
What is fear? What biological or spiritual purposes does it serve?
#3987:September 29, 2010  Kate~Rune Writing & Reading
Mind Body and Spirit - a Balancing Act
For each action there's reaction; balancing takes less effort and offers more satisfaction than imbalance
#3977:September 22, 2010  Sophy mostly offline til 2/28
Expanding Your Spiritual Comfort Zones
By finding out about traditions other than your own, your spirituality (and perhaps your writing) will be enhanced.
#3972:September 15, 2010  Kittiara
True Romance
In a day and age when everything's fleeting, do people still form true and lasting connections?
#3960:September 08, 2010  Kimchi
Blanket of Strength
Adversity not only makes people stronger, it makes families stronger.
#3937:September 01, 2010  W~W Gone Fishing!
I Do Believe in Miracles, I Do, I Do!
A life threatening situation alters priorities and makes one very happy to be alive.
#3930:August 25, 2010  Sophy mostly offline til 2/28
Finding the Sacred in Silence
Get comfortable dwelling in the silence to enhance your spiritual perspective and maybe even improve your writing.
#3924:August 18, 2010  Kittiara
Finding The Path For You
Finding the right faith for you can be a wonderful journey - but beware of those who make false promises!
#3912:August 11, 2010  Sara♥Jean
Rejoice In The Lord! Part 2
You saw some of my hurts - let me allow you to see some other struggles that God has seen people through.
#3890:August 04, 2010  Sara♥Jean
Rejoice In The Lord!
Even in times of trouble and heartache, rejoice in the Lord! There is always a plan.
#3881:July 28, 2010  Sophy mostly offline til 2/28
B is for Beauty
Exploring Beauty as a spiritual practice, and using it as inspiration for our writing.
#3869:July 21, 2010  Kittiara
Travelling Around The Net
Have you been on an Internet journey lately? If not, I encourage you to do so. You never know what's out there...
#3856:July 14, 2010  Sara♥Jean
Spiritual Authors YOU Chose
In my last Spiritual Newsletter, I asked who your favorite authors were. Here are your responses, and a bit about them.
#3830:June 30, 2010  Sophy mostly offline til 2/28
We Are All in the Same Boat
We are all connected as part of the web of life -- your writing can help reveal this truth.
#3821:June 23, 2010  Kittiara
The Death Of A Character
The concept of death can be a powerful tool in a writer's arsenal. However, it is one that should be used with care...
#3736:June 16, 2010  Northernwrites
Writing Moral Fiction, Part 2
Writing moral fiction is one way to share what you believe. Because it's fiction, there are "do" rules to follow.
#3785:June 09, 2010  Sara♥Jean
"Popular" Writing
Do I have to take "God" out of my writing to make it reach the general public?
#3774:June 02, 2010  Sophy mostly offline til 2/28
Writing About Our Spiritual Uncertainty
In this issue we'll explore the benefits of writing about our spiritual doubts and uncertainties.
#3764:May 26, 2010  Kittiara
The Benefits of Kindness
It's easy to lose faith in humanity, but random acts of kindness can have unexpected awards.
#3735:May 19, 2010  Northernwrites
Writing Moral Fiction, Part 1
Writing moral fiction is one way to share what you believe. Because it's fiction, there are "don't" rules to follow.
#3726:May 12, 2010  Kate~Rune Writing & Reading
Just good Enough IS good Enough ^_^
Perfection is an illusion; so what's wrong with being just good enough~to dream, to try, to live, to be me ~ good enough
#3706:May 05, 2010  Sophy mostly offline til 2/28
#3699:April 28, 2010  Kittiara
#3620:April 21, 2010  Northernwrites
Journaling About Mistakes
Considerations for when and how to write about mistakes. Process for Writing Personal Nonfiction, Part 4
#3647:April 14, 2010  Smiling Sonali WDC Power #1!
Being a Role Model
But I don't know how to be! Or do I?
#3656:April 07, 2010  Sophy mostly offline til 2/28
#3639:March 31, 2010  Kittiara
#3613:March 24, 2010  Northernwrites
The Narrator Lost in Time
How does the writer make the prose invisible and the memoir come alive? Process for Writing Personal Nonfiction, Part 3
#3608:March 17, 2010  W~W Gone Fishing!
Charity Should Begin at Home
We are so overtaxed, we cannot spare as much money for our local charities as we used to do, years ago.
#3600:March 10, 2010  Sophy mostly offline til 2/28
#3589:March 03, 2010  Kittiara
#3568:February 24, 2010  Northernwrites
Three Paths to Connect to the Reader
Help readers identify with a narrator when they have little in common. Process for Writing Personal Nonfiction, Part 2
#3558:February 17, 2010  Kate~Rune Writing & Reading
#3546:February 10, 2010  Sophy mostly offline til 2/28
#3537:February 03, 2010  Kittiara
#3516:January 27, 2010  Northernwrites
Borrowed Expertise
Following a good checklist lets us bootstrap our expertise up a level. Process for Writing Personal Nonfiction, Part 1
#3484:January 20, 2010  W~W Gone Fishing!
Let Them Blossom, Let Them Grow!
Sometimes it's hard to let go of the "baby." Here are my thoughts on the subject.
#3500:January 13, 2010  Sophy mostly offline til 2/28
#3486:January 06, 2010  Kittiara
#3465:December 30, 2009  Northernwrites
The Perspective of Hindsight
Some things don't happen fast enough for us to notice that they're changing, or to understand their significance.
#3411:December 23, 2009  W~W Gone Fishing!
#3447:December 16, 2009  Sophy mostly offline til 2/28
#3412:December 02, 2009  Northernwrites
I Believe -- The Legacy of Your Values
An ethical will can be a particularly meaningful gift, a way to pass along our values, and can help us keep consistent.
#3408:November 25, 2009  Kate~Rune Writing & Reading
#3393:November 18, 2009  Sophy mostly offline til 2/28
#3379:November 11, 2009  Kittiara
#3369:November 04, 2009  Northernwrites
Using Search and Replace
English speakers notice and react when words cross the line between respect and disrespect. Use appropriate words.
#3350:October 28, 2009  Puditat
#3340:October 21, 2009  Sophy mostly offline til 2/28
#3333:October 14, 2009  Kittiara
#3322:October 07, 2009  Northernwrites
Why'd They Do That?
We can change how we feel about what has happened to us by going back and changing the story we tell ourselves about it.
#3303:September 30, 2009  Kate~Rune Writing & Reading
#3289:September 23, 2009  Sophy mostly offline til 2/28
#3278:September 16, 2009  Kittiara
#3266:September 09, 2009  Northernwrites
Compliment, Praise, or Flattery?
What does it take to make an honest and effective compliment that's meaningful enough to make the recipient's day?
#3247:September 02, 2009  spidey
#3240:August 26, 2009  Sophy mostly offline til 2/28
#3227:August 19, 2009  Kittiara
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Haibun Meets Haiga
Haibun is an ancient Japanese journaling tradition of prose plus haiku. Haiga is an artform of an image plus haiku.
#3198:August 05, 2009  Kate~Rune Writing & Reading
#3190:July 29, 2009  Sophy mostly offline til 2/28
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#3166:July 15, 2009  Northernwrites
The Purposes of Keeping a Journal
The primary function of a journal should be to be useful and of benefit to the person who keeps it. Three main benefits.
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#3078:June 17, 2009  Smiling Sonali WDC Power #1!
What holds a family together?
Some simple secrets
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