Writing in Snow

Sunday Contemplation and Gratitude List

Jamál (Beauty), 4 Mashíyyat (Will) 175 B.E. - Sunday, September 30, 2018

I have approximately three things to finish up today, plus some reviews. This morning I composed an entry for "I Blog Poetry and Prose" , which I started last night in my pen and paper journal. I used part of last night's draft; however, most of today's entry was composed this morning. This happens sometimes, because I think I know what I want to write when I compose a handwritten draft. When I write poetry, I usually stick with most of the lines I compose at night. When I write prose or start a short story, I end up changing some or most of it when I transcribe it into an item. The good thing about writing drafts longhand is that it gives my mind a chance to consider what I want at a slower pace.

Gratitude List for 4 Mashíyyat

Today I am thankful...
          ...that I received a merit badge today.

          ...that my Bank of America checking account is not overdrawn today.
          ...that I was able to write "In the Beginning"  to enter in "Shadows and Light Poetry Contest"  and "I Write in 2018" .
          ...that I finished this week's edition of the fantasy newsletter before 7:00 p.m. Pacific Time.
          ...for the BBQ ribs we had for lunch.

On Monday, October 1, the unofficial "30-Day Blogging Challenge ON HIATUS"  begins. I plan to focus on it in October rather than "Blogging Circle of Friends "  or "Blog City ~ Every Blogger's Paradise" . If I have time after reviewing and composing contests entries, I will respond to the "Blog City ~ Every Blogger's Paradise"  and "Blogging Circle of Friends "  prompts in separate blog entries. There are three reasons for this (1) I've slowed down a bit recently, (2) I have some things offline I have to take care of, and (3) I need to make the "30-Day Blogging Challenge ON HIATUS"  prompts responses separately from other prompt responses. This is a good thing, because it will help me focus on a single theme or subject.

Facebook Status Update

Since I am over 65, I can vote by mail. I filled out the request last night, and it will be drop in the postal box today. Anyone (in Nevada) over 65 or with a permanent disability can request a mail or absentee ballot from the election department. The request has to arrive at the election department by October 30.

Good morning!
Wishing you
a beautiful Sunday.

It is Sunday afternoon, I've finished two things on my to do today list. I have two more to finish before I can put the rest of the list away for another day. I figure four accomplishments on a Sunday is good.