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Gratitude breaks the spell of Writers Block
Staring at a blank page is like staring into a snowfield. The snow, untouched by civilization and unmarked by living creatures, blinds you for a few minutes, it glistens reflecting subtle shades of pure white and rainbows at odd angles. If you stare at the snow too long, you get lost in the interplay of light and shadow.

As the day wears on, you become awestruck at the beauty of the snow's perfection. You marvel at the way an oak tree cast its ebony shadow across the pure white snow. You watch the tree's shadow change, grow and shrink, as Earth turns and the sun moves from morning to evening. If you stand out in the snow too long without moving, you risk snow bite or freezing.

If you are fortunate, a red fox will walk across your line of sight. The fox will leave his footprints written in the snowfield. As you watch the fox move, the spell holding you in one spot staring at the snow is broken. You are free to go inside out of the cold and out of danger.


I must say,
writing 500 words a day
isn't difficult,
unless I'm attempting to write
on a single subject.

On Monday, October 28, 2013, I began posting my weekly goals at "Weekly Goals" . On Tuesday, October 29, 2013 I began keeping track of may accomplished goals in this journal.

"O SON OF BEING! Bring thyself to account each day ere thou art summoned to a reckoning;
for death, unheralded, shall come upon thee and thou shalt be called to give account for thy deeds."
Bah'u'll'h The Hidden Words of Bah'u'll'h, Part I.'From the Arabic, #31, page 11

'Heinlein's Rules for Writers

         Rule One: You Must Write
         Rule Two: Finish What Your Start
         Rule Three: You Must Refrain From Rewriting, Except to Editorial Order
         Rule Four: You Must Put Your Story on the Market
         Rule Five: You Must Keep it on the Market until it has Sold'
Robert A. Heinlein

It is enjoined upon every one of you to engage in some form of occupation, such as crafts, trades and the like. We have graciously exalted your engagement in such work to the rank of worship unto God, the True One. Ponder ye in your hearts the grace and the blessings of God and render thanks unto Him at eventide and at dawn. Waste not your time in idleness and sloth. Occupy yourselves with that which profiteth yourselves and others. Thus hath it been decreed in this Tablet from whose horizon the day-star of wisdom and utterance shineth resplendent.
Baha'u'llah, Tablets of Baha'u'llah Revealed After the Kitab-i-Aqdas, Pages 21-29: gr 32

I changed the way I did entries in this book several times. Beginning on March 21, 2018 the entries will cover the topics of spiritual, inspirational, and religions. However, the genres it will be under are Women's, Inspirational, and Spiritual with a tag of Religious.
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February 23, 2023 at 11:07am
February 23, 2023 at 11:07am
#1045404
Istijlál (Majesty), 17 Mulk (Dominion) 179 B.E. - Thursday, February 23, 2023

I am thankful for the snow we received yesterday, because it inspired my blog entry today.

I am thankful that I just have one more blog post to make in "Journalistic Intentions" , which I am planning on doing Friday.
February 16, 2023 at 12:08pm
February 16, 2023 at 12:08pm
#1044946
Istijlál (Majesty), 10 Mulk (Dominion) 179 B.E. - Thursday, February 16, 2023

Today I am thankful ...
         *BulletV* ...for the merit badges I received between 2/10/23-2/16/23.
Merit Badge in The Magic Words Contest [Click For More Info] *^*Starv*^* Congratulations for completing 6 years of the [Link To Item #2109126] *^*Delight*^*

         *BulletV* ...that "Mudd's Spud"  and "Cuipid"  were featured in "Poetry Newsletter (February 8, 2023)" .
         *BulletV* ... for fresh brewed hot coffee on this chilly late winter morning.
         *BulletV* ... that my bank of America Checking account is not overdrawn.
         *BulletV* ... for the Honey Bun I had to go with my coffee this morning.
February 9, 2023 at 11:15am
February 9, 2023 at 11:15am
#1044504
Istijlál (Majesty), 3 Mulk (Dominion) 179 B.E. - Thursday, February 9, 2023

I am thankful for the merit badges I received between 2/3/23-2/9/23

Merit Badge in Write What You're Like [Click For More Info] Wow! Just WoooW! You finished 6 years of monthly entries for [Link To Item #2109126] . Many tried, some failed, but you DID IT. Merit Badge in Determination [Click For More Info] Awarded for: [Link To Item #2109126] Merit Badge in Job Well Done [Click For More Info] What a great achievement! Six years completed with [Link To Item #tcc] !! Keep up the great work. Merit Badge in Excellent Supporter 02 [Click For More Info] I can’t tell you the amount of respect I have for you completing six years of [Link To Item #2109126] …I haven’t even had a relationship last that long…unless you count cake…Congratulations, and keep pushing through, you relentless beast! Merit Badge in Flash Fiction [Click For More Info] Dear [Link To User nfdarbe] Schnujo wants to rain 100 merit badges on you for completing 6 years of [Link To Item #2109126] . I am doing my part to make it happen. Congrats on so much consistent writing. Annette Merit Badge in Discovery [Click For More Info] I'm glad to celebrate 6 years of [Link To Item #tcc] all this single MB! Fly high! [Link To User schnujo] Merit Badge in Cheerleading [Click For More Info] Congratulations on completing six years of contests with [Link To Item #Ttc] . Merit Badge in Peace [Click For More Info] Congratulations! In celebration of completing every year of [Link To Item #2109126] Gifted by: [Link To User schnujo] Merit Badge in Home Garden [Click For More Info] For completing 6 years of [Link To Item #2109126] Merit Badge in Endurance [Click For More Info] [Link To Item #2109126] great job Merit Badge in Determination [Click For More Info] For the amazing achievement of completing six years of [Link To Item #2109126] - kudos indeed! Merit Badge in Courage [Click For More Info] For having the courage to finish 6 YEARS of [Link To Item #2109126] . And that's no small feat! Merit Badge in Mythology [Click For More Info] Your amazing efforts in completing six years of [Link To Item #2109126] make you legendary! Super work! *^*Star*^* Congratulations! *^*Bighug*^* Merit Badge in Reach For The Stars [Click For More Info] Six years, every contest, every prompt, every stretch beyond your writing comfort zone and growing out of it – you made it so far in [Link To Item #2109126] , and in your writing journey.*^*Heart*^* Now off to the next six years! I have no doubt you'll make it.*^*BigHug*^* Merit Badge in Consistent [Click For More Info] Congratulations for completing six years at [Link To Item #2109126] ! Way to go. *^*Stary*^* A gift from [Link To User schnujo] Merit Badge in Message Forums [Click For More Info] Very special legion of Schnujo on WDC: carly1967, lovina, dragonfish, rinsoxy, tgifisher77, reamie, lilli_in_fl, purplesunday, nfdarbe, 1starsong, pwheeler, vpbanjo, mikewrites Merit Badge in Level Up [Click For More Info] !!! Congratulations !!! You've 'leveled up' six years of [Link To Item #2109126] I dare you to go for seven! Merit Badge in Endurance [Click For More Info] For your determination and completion of [Link To Item #2109126] Way to go! Merit Badge in Work In Progress [Click For More Info] Congratulations on completing 6 years of [Link To Item #tcc] Merit Badge in Special Appreciation [Click For More Info] Congratulations on completing 6 Years of the [Link To Item #2109126] *^*Bigsmile*^*!!!! Merit Badge in Productivity [Click For More Info] Congratulations on completing six years of monthly challenges for [Link To Item #2109126] ! Wow! Merit Badge in Excellent [Click For More Info] Congratulations on completing six years (SIX!) of [Link To Item #2109126] ! It’s a truly amazing feat. Merit Badge in Accuracy [Click For More Info] Congratulations on hitting the mark during the entire run of [Link To Item #2109126] ! Truly, a most noteworthy achievement! Merit Badge in Enlightening [Click For More Info] thanks for all the fine work you are doing. I love your work, you are all an inspiration keep it up. jake Cosmos aller Merit Badge in Reviewing [Click For More Info] Ranked # 6 Public Reviewer for the month of January 2023 . For more details, please see [Link To Item #614925] . Merit Badge in Worldbuilding [Click For More Info] Congratulations! You completed a whole year of [Link To Item #2109126] , and that is no mean feat! Keep putting words next to words and building sentences, verses, and magic *^*Wand*^* Rachel *^*Heartv*^* Merit Badge in Creativity [Click For More Info] For completing this wonderful challenge that has pushed your creativity in marvelous ways. Thanks for this: [Link To Item #2109126]


February 2, 2023 at 1:59pm
February 2, 2023 at 1:59pm
#1044080
Istijlál (Majesty), 14 Sulṭán (Sovereignty) 179 B.E. - Thursday, February 2, 2023

Facebook Status Update

Happy Groundhog Day!
Just six more weeks of winter
and spring will come our way.


Kamál (Perfection), 14 Mulk (Dominion) 179 B.E. - Monday, February 20, 2023

Facebook Status Update

I cannot count the ways that I love you,
the amount exceeds the stars in the sky,
when I go to list all of your virtues
the ink in my pen runs dry.
February 2, 2023 at 1:47pm
February 2, 2023 at 1:47pm
#1044078
Istijlál (Majesty), 14 Sulṭán (Sovereignty) 179 B.E. - Thursday, February 2, 2023

On the first Thankful Thursday in February 2023,
         I am thankful ...
                   *BulletV* ...for the merit badges I received between 1/27/23-2/2/23
Merit Badge in Other Worlds Contest [Click For More Info] *^*Starv*^* Congratulations for completing 6 years of the [Link To Item #2109126] . Amazing work! ~ [Link To User schnujo] *^*Starv*^* Merit Badge in The Blogging Banana Bar [Click For More Info] Congratulations & Thank You from Andre For competing the full four weeks of the Non-Judgmental Blogging Event in January 2023. Please show your badge when entering the Banana Bar and join others in the Banana Bloggers' Lounge . Your blogging is always welcome at [Link To Item #1985857] . Merit Badge in Wings of the Angel Army [Click For More Info] Congratulations on being chosen as Angel of the Month for January 2023 by members of [Link To Item #army] ! Keep on spreading your wings around Writing.com! *^*Bigsmile*^*

                   *BulletV* ...that "How Cinnamon is used on Mars"  was featured in "Comedy Newsletter (February 1, 2023)" .
                   *BulletV* ...for the hot coffee and mini doughnuts I had for my first breakfast.
                   *BulletV* ...that I have $2.51 in my Survey Junkie account, which is approximately half of what I need to request cash to my PayPal account.
                   *BulletV* ...for the orange I have for my afternoon snack.
January 26, 2023 at 12:40pm
January 26, 2023 at 12:40pm
#1043692
Istijlál (Majesty), 7 Sulṭán (Sovereignty) 179 B.E. - Thursday, January 26, 2023

Today I am thankful ...
         *BulletV* ...for the merit badges I received between 1/20/23 and 1/26/23.
Merit Badge in Determination [Click For More Info] Excellent job on your participation in [Link To Item #2109126] by [Link To User schnujo] ! Keep up the hard work! Merit Badge in Reviewing [Click For More Info] Ranked # 1 Public Reviewer for the month of December 2022 . For more details, please see [Link To Item #614925] . Merit Badge in Groundhog Day [Click For More Info] As a thank you for joining a group with only one stated aim, and no details whatsoever, here is the first Groundhog Day Merit Badge, hot off the, erm, whatever merit badges are crafted on. Anyway, enjoy! Thank you, I was touched that you all joined.

         *BulletV* ...that I was able to go the the Feast of Sulṭán on January 21, 2023.
         *BulletV* ...for fresh brewed hot coffee on this chilly winter morning.
         *BulletV* ...that a friend purchase a Baha'i Datebook for 180 B.E. and gave it to me.
January 19, 2023 at 4:55pm
January 19, 2023 at 4:55pm
#1043377
Istijlál (Majesty), 1 Sulṭán (Sovereignty) 179 B.E. - Thursday, January 19, 2023
Feast of Sulṭán

On the third Thankful Thursday in January 2023, I am thankful for the merit badges I received between 1/13/23 and 1/19/23.
Merit Badge in Celebration [Click For More Info] In celebration of you completing every single month of challenges at [Link To Item #TCC] , from the very beginning, [Link To User schnujo] has purchased this MB for you. Along with the MB comes 13 raffle tickets from the [Link To Item #2163388] ! *^*BalloonB*^* Congratulations on this HUGE accomplishment and good luck with the raffle tickets! *^*Balloonb*^* Merit Badge in Hearth of The Witch's House [Click For More Info] *^*Cat*^* Congratulations! You are one of the Lucky Friday the 13th Winners at [Link To Item #151515] for January 13, 2023! *^*Witch*^* Merit Badge in Growth [Click For More Info] Congratulations on having completed at least one entry for each month of [Link To Item #2109126] for the last six years! By doing so, you've certainly grown your port and, most likely, your writing skills! Merit Badge in Writing [Click For More Info] I wanted to congratulate you on your success in completing 6 years of [Link To Item #2109126] ! WOW… that's whopping minimum of 72 contests that you’ve entered. An amazing achievement, I’m so proud of you. 🥳🎊🤩 Merit Badge in Drama [Click For More Info] Dear [Link To User nfdarbe] You have now completed 6 years of [Link To Item #2109126] ! That's over 72 contests entered! Congratulations on a job well done. Annette Merit Badge in Determination [Click For More Info] *^*Vine2*^* Congratulations on completing an epic challenge! *^*Vine1*^* This badge is in recognition of the impressive amount of effort you put into [Link To Item #2109126] You deserve a *^*Crown*^* and *^*Icecreamb*^* *^*Icecreamv*^* Merit Badge in Consistent [Click For More Info] Congratulations! Way to hang in there with the [Link To Item #2109126] Merit Badge in Overachiever [Click For More Info] Congrats on working in [Link To Item #2109126] for every month since it started. That's quite the accomplishment. Merit Badge in Brilliant [Click For More Info] Congratulations on completing six crazy years of contests while participating in [Link To Item #2109126] . That's brilliant! *^*HeartV*^* Merit Badge in Job Well Done [Click For More Info] This badge has been sponsored by Schnujo/Jody in celebration of your success in "The Contest Challenge" *^*Thumbsup*^* Merit Badge in Historical Fiction [Click For More Info] Here to deliver a special party for you completing six years of [Link To Item #2109126] . Seventy-Two entries or more are an achievement worthy of historical archiving. Merit Badge in Teenie Bo Beanie Baby Boo [Click For More Info] Congratulations on completing [Link To Item #tcc] from the beginning. Merit Badge in Overachiever [Click For More Info] I honestly have to take my hat off to you!*^*Shock*^* It's simply amazing how you pulled through such a long-running challenge with so many different contests, prompts and challenges to your creativity as [Link To Item #2109126] . It takes discipline and determination and a will to go beyond your creative comfort zone that I definitely lack. *^*Wink*^* Well done!*^*Heart*^* Merit Badge in Paranormal [Click For More Info] In celebration of completing every single month of [Link To Item #2109126] for six years... you're out of this world! Merit Badge in Good Things Take Time [Click For More Info] For completing 6 years of [Link To Item #2109126] Merit Badge in Crosswords [Click For More Info] Congratulations on completing 6 years of [Link To Item #2109126] ! That's a minimum of 72 contests entered! You are amazing! You must have solved a lot of writing puzzles to achieve this. *^*Smile*^* I hope you keep writing and succeeding. May the Lord bless you and all you do! *^*Bighug*^* Merit Badge in Astrology [Click For More Info] Congratulations on finishing 6 years of [Link To Item #tcc] ! Great job! Merit Badge in Positivity [Click For More Info] Wow! Great job meeting and exceeding the challenge at [Link To Item #tcc] . That’s positively amazing. Keep up the great work. Merit Badge in Fearless [Click For More Info] Congratulations on completing 6 years! of [Link To Item #2109126] Merit Badge in Endurance [Click For More Info] Congratulations on completing every month of [Link To Item #2109126] ! What an effort! Merit Badge in Optimistic [Click For More Info] Congratulations! Awesome! I'm glad to celebrate with you for completing every month of [Link To Item #2109126] for 6 years, way to go. Merit Badge in The Contest Challenge [Click For More Info] Great work completing a whole year of [Link To Item #2109126] ! This challenge is no joke and you did it! You should be very proud of yourself. I know I am! *^*Bighug*^* Merit Badge in Determination [Click For More Info] This is in celebration of your success in the Contest Challenge. Merit Badge in Happy [Click For More Info] Happy Celebration! This is in celebration of your success in [Link To Item #2109126] Job well Done!. Samberine *^*Heart*^* Merit Badge in Chocolate Emporium [Click For More Info] Huge congratulations on completing another year of [Link To Item #2109126] . You rock most wonderfully. I thought you might like some chocolate to celebrate *^*Smile*^* Keep writing! Rachel *^*Heartv*^* Merit Badge in You Rock [Click For More Info] For your unstinting continued devotion to participation in [Link To Item #2109126] !


I am thankful for the awardcon I received for "Driving out Darkness" .


I am thankful that I won first place in "The Writer's Cramp"  for "Driving out Darkness" .

I am thankful that my poem "Epistle to Cupid"  was featured in "Comedy Newsletter (January 18, 2023)" .
January 12, 2023 at 1:00pm
January 12, 2023 at 1:00pm
#1043029
Isijlál (Majesty), 13 S͟haraf (Honour) 179 B.E. - Thursday, January 12, 2023

On the second Thankful Thursday in 2023, I am grateful for the awardicon I received for the Grand Prize in Journalistic Intentions. And the merit badge I received, on 1/11/23, for my winning Holiday Handle in the Witches Garden.
Merit Badge in Second Time Around Contest [Click For More Info] Hi Neva, This MB flutters into your inbox via your winning holiday handle in the Witch's Garden. Happy New Year! Rachel

I am thankful that the second week of January 2023, began on a good note. I was able to attend the Feast of Sharaf (Honor) at the Baha'i Center in Las Vegas on Sunday, January 8. Met a couple I hadn't seem in several years. I also met a lady who I had only seen on Zoom. It was a wonderful feast and I hope to attend the next feast later this month.

I am also thankful that my poem "Fountain of Youth"  was featured in "Fantasy Newsletter (January 11, 2023)" . It has been a while since I wrote the poem, so, of course, I had to go back and reread it.

I am thankful that my neither my Bank of America checking account nor saving account are overdrawn today.

I am thankful for the chocolate covered mini doughnuts and the orange I had with my morning coffee.
December 29, 2022 at 11:23am
December 29, 2022 at 11:23am
#1042327
Istijlál (Majesty), 18 Masáʼil (Questions) 179 B.E. - Thursday, December 29, 2022

On the last Thankful Thursday in 2022,
         I am thankful ..
                   *BulletV* ...for the merit badges I received between 12/23/22-12/29/22
Merit Badge in Holiday Witch [Click For More Info] *^*Holly2*^* Surprise Holiday Handle Gift! Thank you for participating in the annual Holiday Handles at [Link To Item #567890] . Your holiday spirit is awesome! *^*Santahat*^* *^*Witch*^* Merit Badge in Consistent [Click For More Info] Congratulations on your consistent participation in [Link To Item #tcc] ! Well done! Merit Badge in Coffee Break! [Click For More Info] Dear [Link To User nfdarbe] Congratulations on earning the Newsfeed celebration for completing [Link To User schnujo] 's Contest Challenge. Annette Merit Badge in Go The Distance [Click For More Info] Congrats on completing all of [Link To Item #2109126] . That's a fantastic accomplishment! Merit Badge in Happy [Click For More Info] Congratulations on your tremendous achievement in completing [Link To Item #2109126] for the whole of 2022! Merit Badge in Special Appreciation [Click For More Info] Congratulations on completing a whole year of [Link To Item #2109126] ! Jody and I salute you! *^*Salute*^* We hope you have an amazing rest of 2022 and that 2023 is very good to you! *^*Bighug*^* Merit Badge in Pride [Click For More Info] You finished a whole year of "The Contest Challenge!" Merit Badge in Complexity [Click For More Info] Congratulations on finishing the whole 5 years of [Link To Item #tcc] (The Contest Challenge)! Great job! Merit Badge in Rock Star [Click For More Info] Congratulations on completing [Link To Item #2109126] for 2022!! Merit Badge in One Small Step [Click For More Info] Congratulations on completing one year of [Link To Item #2109126] Merit Badge in Reach For The Stars [Click For More Info] *^*Star*^* Congratulations on completing the 2022 year of Jody's Contest Challenge [Link To Item #2109126] You certainly know how to reach for the stars! Merit Badge in Special Appreciation [Click For More Info] *^*Greetl*^* From [Link To Item #2109126] by [Link To User schnujo] *^*Greetr*^* with lots of *^*Suitheart*^* and a big THREE CHEERS *^*Starstruck*^* for your wonderful achievement!*^*Inlove2*^* CONGRATULATIONS! Merit Badge in Reach For The Stars [Click For More Info] Huge CONGRATULATIONS on your achievement in the 2022 [Link To Item #2109126] You seriously rock. Merit Badge in Royalty [Click For More Info] WOW! Congratulations on completing an entire year of [Link To Item #2109126] . See you next year! *^*Laugh*^* Merit Badge in Sweet [Click For More Info] Sweetest Treat for you! Thank you for all you've done and you will be doing and for completing the challenge. Stay as sweet in WDC community as we are.*^*Bigsmile*^* *^*Heart*^* *^*Star*^* This is a part of the challenge and activity from the [Link To Item #2109126] Merit Badge in Celebration [Click For More Info] Congratulations on completing an entire year at [Link To Item #tcc] . That’s definitely something to celebrate! Merit Badge in Don't Quit! [Click For More Info] Congratulations on successfully completing one year of [Link To Item #2109126] . That is quite an accomplishment. Merit Badge in Encore! Encore! [Click For More Info] Congratulations on completing a full year of The Contest Challenge!!! I'm honored to be among all of you. *^*Bighug*^* Merit Badge in Excellent [Click For More Info] WOW! That's something worth celebrating. Congratulations on completing a year's challenge! Merit Badge in The Contest Challenge 1 [Click For More Info] Congratulations on finishing a whole year of [Link To Item #2109126] ! WOW! I did it once and am super impressed with anyone who can do it! You're amazing! Merit Badge in Well Done [Click For More Info] Congratulations for completing one year at [Link To Item #2109126] ! Way to go. *^*Stary*^* A gift from [Link To User schnujo] Merit Badge in Overachiever [Click For More Info] Congratulations on completing ONE YEAR of [Link To Item #2109126] Merit Badge in Rock Star [Click For More Info] Celebrating you and your amazing accomplishment of finishing a year at [Link To Item #2109126] ! You're a writing rock star! *^*Star*^* Merit Badge in Special Appreciation [Click For More Info] Way to go. Congratulations on completing the Contest Challenge. Merit Badge in Sweet [Click For More Info] Congratulations on completing a whole year of [Link To Item #2109126] ! You're so awesome! Merit Badge in Bully Free Zone [Click For More Info] Dear [Link To User nfdarbe] For finishing a year of [Link To Item #2109126] , you're getting a shiny new merit badge today from [Link To User schnujo] Annette Merit Badge in High Five [Click For More Info] High Five for an awesome job completed at [Link To Item #tcc] ! Merit Badge in Celebration [Click For More Info] Congrats on finishing Challenge Merit Badge in Party Central 2022 [Click For More Info] Here to deliver a special party! [Link To Item #2109126] was a full success for you. Merit Badge in Happy New Year [Click For More Info] In honor of completing an entire year of "The Contest Challenge". Way to go! Merit Badge in Meet That Deadline! [Click For More Info] Congratulations on completing [Link To Item #2109126] for 2022! Merit Badge in Verdant [Click For More Info] Dear Neva, Congratulations for creating a winning Holiday Handle in The Witch's Garden! I hope 2023 brings you joy and happiness. Rachel *^*Heartg*^* Merit Badge in Fancy [Click For More Info] Congratulations on finishing up one year of the Contest Challenge! Merit Badge in Meet That Deadline! [Click For More Info] For completing one year of [Link To Item #2109126] Merit Badge in Angel [Click For More Info] Contest Challenge congratulations on your success. Merit Badge in Cheerleading [Click For More Info] Congrats on rockin' another year of [Link To Item #2109126] !

                   *BulletV* ...that I received two new dresses for my birthday and Christmas present.
                   *BulletV* ...for the award can I received on 12/28/22.

                   *BulletV* ...that I was able to assemble my bath bench without any difficulty.
                   *BulletV* ...for the fresh brewed coffee I had on this cold chilly winter morning.
                   *BulletV* ...that my Bank of America checking account is not overdrawn.
                   *BulletV* ...the chocolate chip mini muffins I had with my coffee this morning.
December 22, 2022 at 1:13pm
December 22, 2022 at 1:13pm
#1042034
Istijlál (Majesty), 11 Masáʼil (Questions) 179 B.E. - Thursday, December 22, 2022

On the fourth Thankful Thursday in December 2022,
         I am thankful ...
                   *BulletV*...that I was able to attend the Feast of Masáʼil (Questions) on the evening of December 17.
                   *BulletV*...for the merit badge I have received this week.
Merit Badge in Make Things Happen [Click For More Info] For getting First Place in [Link To Item #2213121] Congratulations! Merit Badge in Reviewing [Click For More Info] Ranked # 1 Public Reviewer for the month of November 2022 . For more details, please see [Link To Item #614925] . Merit Badge in WDC Media Prompt [Click For More Info] Thank you for your participation in the 48-HOUR CHALLENGE: " White Christmas by Michael Bublé ." Media Prompt hosted by [Link To User support] December 2022! We appreciate that you tackled this challenge... *^*Smile*^* *^*Thumbsupl*^* Merit Badge in Writing.Com 20th Anniversary [Click For More Info] Congratulations on your 20th Writing.Com Account Anniversary! Merit Badge in Merit Badges [Click For More Info] Congratulations on giving your 100 th Merit Badge!

                   *BulletV*...that my over the counter order was delivered today.
December 15, 2022 at 12:04pm
December 15, 2022 at 12:04pm
#1041814
Istijlál (Majesty), 4 Masáʼil (Questions) 179 B.E. - Thursday, December 15, 2022

On the third Thankful Thursday of December 2022,
         I am thankful ...
                   *BulletV* ...that we will be receiving assistance with the electrical bill in 2023.
                   *BulletV* ...for fresh brewed hot coffee on this chilly winter morning.
                   *BulletV* ...that while reviewing a story on Saturday, December 10, I learned a new phrase: Idée fixe1.
                   *BulletV* ...for the cookie I had to go with my coffee this morning.
                   *BulletV* ...that " I Give Thanks"  got honorable mention in the 2022 edition of the "Thankful Poetry Contest" .

Footnotes
1  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Id%C3%A9e_fixe_(psychology)
December 8, 2022 at 4:16pm
December 8, 2022 at 4:16pm
#1041577
Istijlál (Majesty), 16 Qawl (Speech) 179 B.E. - Thursday, December 8, 2022

On the second Thankful Thursday in December 2022,
         I am ...
                   ...that I received first place in "Journalistic Intentions"  Round 10 for my entries in "I Blog Poetry and Prose" .
                   ...for the new shoes my brother, Tom, and his wife, Sylvia, sent me for my birthday.
                   ...that I will received a raise in my Social Security Check in 2023.
                   ...for the new electric stove we received.
                   ...that I was able to make an appointment with Quest Diagnostics for 9:10 am on Thursday, December 8.
                   ...for the merit badge I received this week.
Merit Badge in Gingerbread House [Click For More Info] Thank you for the time you devote to writing awesome reviews.

                   ...that I received a raise in my SSI for 2023
November 24, 2022 at 8:03pm
November 24, 2022 at 8:03pm
#1040998
Istijlál (Majesty), 2 Qawl (Speech) 179 B.E. - Thursday, November 24, 2022
Thanksgiving

I am thankful for the merit badges I received.
Merit Badge in Three Times the Fun [Click For More Info] Dear Neva, Congratulations on winning Writing Session Three in [Link To Item #2263836] . You have been and are one of the main reasons for the activity to exist. Annette Merit Badge in Worldbuilding [Click For More Info] Thank you for being part of my wonderful world built here on WdC! *^*Bighug*^* And thank you for being my fan! *^*Heart*^*



November 17, 2022 at 11:23am
November 17, 2022 at 11:23am
#1040749
Istijlál (Majesty), 14 Qudrat (Power) 179 B.E. - Thursday, November 17, 2022

I Am Thankful

I am thankful
for the awardcons I received
between 11/11/22-11/17/22.
Merit Badge in Thank You [Click For More Info] Thank you for your participation and the wonderful reviews given in the Coffee Raid at [Link To Item #power] ! Your grateful hosts, Lilli and Mona Merit Badge in Celebration [Click For More Info] Congratulations!!! You have given 15 reviews to fellow PPC participants and here's your badge to celebrate! Kind Regards, Lilli

I am thankful
that "Life Lessons" 
was featured in "Poetry Newsletter (November 16, 2022)" .

I am thankful
for the vanilla cookies
I had with my coffee.

I am thankful that my Serenity Journal has quotes from various translation of the Holy Bible. I enjoy meditating on these quotes and writing whatever comes to mind after the meditation session. One of these quotes is "And my God shall supply all your needs according to His riches in the glory by Christ Jesus." (Philippians 4:19 NKJV)

His Holiness Christ came at a time when humanity had forgotten the esence of the teachs of God's past prophets. Christ renew religion and taught the importance of love. Christ expanded the concept of love too take in one's enemies.

The same God that sent Christ also sent Baha'u'llah. Baha'u'llah came to unite humanity beneath the tabernacle of unity. This planet embracing tent includes and welcomes all the peoples of Earth no matter what their origins or religion.

I am thankful
for the Jimmy Dean Breakfast Bowl
I had for breakfast.

I am thankful
that neither my
Bank of America checking
or savings accounts are overdrawn.

I am thankful
that I had a bowl of
beef barley soup for lunch.
November 10, 2022 at 5:35pm
November 10, 2022 at 5:35pm
#1040518
Istijlál (Majestyr), 7 Qudrat (Power) 179 B.E. - Thursday, November 10, 2022

I am thankful that I received two merit badges
Merit Badge in Reviewing [Click For More Info] Ranked # 2 Public Reviewer for the month of October 2022 . For more details, please see [Link To Item #614925] . Merit Badge in WDC Media Prompt [Click For More Info] Thank you for your participation in the 48-HOUR CHALLENGE: " Natural by Imagine Dragons ." Media Prompt hosted by [Link To User support] October 2022! We appreciate that you tackled this challenge... *^*Smile*^* *^*Thumbsupl*^*


November 3, 2022 at 12:57pm
November 3, 2022 at 12:57pm
#1040200
Istijlál (Majesty), 19 ʻIlm (Knowledge) 179 B.E. - Thursday, November 3, 2022

On the first Thankful Thursday in November 2022,
         I give thanks ...
                   *BulletV* ...that I received the following merit badges this past week.
Merit Badge in High Five [Click For More Info] Wow! Coming up to 20 years on WDC. Merit Badge in Positivity [Click For More Info] Happy Anniversary. Hope that you have a simply splendid day. Merit Badge in A Beary Big Hug [Click For More Info] *^*Shock2*^* 20 years? Absolutely Amazing, my friend. Congratulations!


October 20, 2022 at 1:05pm
October 20, 2022 at 1:05pm
#1039456
Istijlál (Majesty), 5 ʻIlm (Knowledge) 179 B.E. - Thursday, October 20, 2022

Today I am thankful ...
         *BulletV* ...for the awardcons I received this week.

         *BulletV* ...that "The End of Life's Journey"  received second place in the "Shadows and Light Poetry Contest" .
         *BulletV* ...for the merit badge I received this week.
Merit Badge in Shadows and Light [Click For More Info] Hi Neva, Congratulations! You won 2nd Place in [Link To Item #shadows] with your fantastic poem, [Link To Item #2281501] . Rachel


October 13, 2022 at 12:07pm
October 13, 2022 at 12:07pm
#1039171
Istijlál (Majesty), 17 Mas͟híyyat (Will) 179 B.E. - Thursday, October 13, 2022

It is the second Thankful Thursday in October. "A Dragon in the Suburbs" , one of the two stories I edited this last week was featured in the Editor's choice in "Short Stories Newsletter (October 12, 2022)" .

I'm still not in a Halloween mood, whatever that is, which is just fine with me. As far as I'm concerned, Halloween if for children or people who enjoy throwing parties.

At this point, I'm interested in the Twin Holy Days--The Birth of the Bab and The Birth of Baha'u'llah--which fall on October 26 and 27.

I have completed four entries in "Journalistic Intentions"  and have four more entries to go before I finish.
October 9, 2022 at 3:07pm
October 9, 2022 at 3:07pm
#1038942
Jamál (Beauty), 13 Mas͟híyyat (Will) 179 B.E. - Sunday, October 9, 2022

Facebook Status Update

Halloween cometh,
So do I wish you
a Happy Halloween
or a Scary Halloween.

I'm not sure
if I'm ready to
celebrate Halloween.

Kamál (Perfection), 14 Mas͟híyyat (Will) 179 B.E. - Monday, October 10, 2022

"Question of the Day!"  October 10, 2022

Sunrise and sunset
Midnight is half-way between:
Prayer and meditation.

Jamál (Beauty), 8 ʻIlm (Knowledge) 179 B.E. - Sunday, October 23, 2022

Facebook Status Update

Beautiful autumn
cold wind and pristine blue sky
sweater weather
October 6, 2022 at 11:26am
October 6, 2022 at 11:26am
#1038746
Istijlál (Majesty), 10 Mas͟híyyat (Will) 179 B.E. - Thursday, October 6, 2022

On the first Thankful Thursday in October 2022,
         I am thankful ...
                   *BulletV* ...for the awardcon I received on 9/30/22.

                   *BulletV* ...that "Forest Fires and Climate Change"  received Honorable mention in "Stormy's poetry newsletter & contest"  for October 2022.
                   *BulletV* ...for the merit badge I received on between 9/30/22-10/6/22.
Merit Badge in Consistent [Click For More Info] Whatever you do, do it well. Whatever you do well, do it consistently. Thank you for being a fan of [Link To Item #2109126] ! If you aren't currently participating, I hope to see you participating sometime soon. *^*Bighug*^* Merit Badge in WDC Media Prompt [Click For More Info] Thank you for your participation in the 48-HOUR CHALLENGE: " Celebration by Kool & The Gang ." Media Prompt hosted by [Link To User support] September 2022! We appreciate that you tackled this challenge... *^*Smile*^* *^*Thumbsupl*^* Merit Badge in Reviewing [Click For More Info] Ranked # 5 Public Reviewer for the month of September 2022 . For more details, please see [Link To Item #614925] .

                   *BulletV* ...that "PPC3 - Week 11: Election Year"  was nominated for Best Short Poem, Structured in the 2022 Quill Awards.
                   *BulletV* ...for fresh brewed hot coffee.
                   *BulletV* ...that my Bank of America checking account is not overdrawn this week.
                   *BulletV* ...for mini doughnuts to go with my coffee.

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