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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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April 28, 2022 at 11:04am
April 28, 2022 at 11:04am
#1031534
Istijál (Majesty), 1 Jamál (Beauty) 179 B.E. - Thursday, April 28, 2022
Feast of Beauty

On the last Thankful Thursday in April 2022,
         I am thankful,...
                   *BulletV* ...that I received the following merit badges between 4/9/22-4/28/22
Merit Badge in Enchanted Princess [Click For More Info] Congrats on completing The Contest Challenge. Here is your next Merit Badge. Enjoy! This comes to you from [Link To User tigger] via farm fresh pastures! *^*Heartv*^* *^*Cow*^* Merit Badge in Paying It Forward [Click For More Info] Thank you for paying it forward with wonderful and inspiring reviews! *^*Teddy*^* *^*Heart*^* Merit Badge in Sprinkles And Bo [Click For More Info] Congrats on completing The Contest Challenge. Here is your next badge. Enjoy. Always: Megan Merit Badge in Lighthouse Celebration [Click For More Info] It is my pleasure to Celebrate with you once again your accomplishment in completing [Link To Item #2109126] in "2021." This is your 2nd MB in the Trilogy package from [Link To Item #1742964] and [Link To Item #2229244] . [Link To User schnujo] and myself appreciate all your hard work. Merit Badge in Snow White and Kitty [Click For More Info] Congrats on completing The Contest Challenge. Here is your next Merit Badge. Enjoy. *^*Heartb*^* To you from [Link To User tigger] via HOOves Farm Fresh Pastures. *^*Cow*^* *^*Grass*^* *^*Heartg*^* Merit Badge in WDC Media Prompt [Click For More Info] Thank you for your participation in the 48-HOUR CHALLENGE: " The Writing's On the Wall by OK Go ." Media Prompt hosted by [Link To User support] April 2022! We appreciate that you tackled this challenge... *^*Smile*^* *^*Thumbsupl*^* Merit Badge in Reviewing [Click For More Info] Ranked # 1 Public Reviewer for the month of March 2022 . For more details, please see [Link To Item #614925] .


April 7, 2022 at 10:44am
April 7, 2022 at 10:44am
#1030243
Istijlál (Majesty), 18 Bahá (Spelendour) 179 B.E. - Thursday, April 7, 2022

On this, the first Thankful Thursday in April 2022, I am thankful that Ketanji Brown Jackson was confirmed for a seat on the Supreme Court.1 This is a milestone in American history and give hope that eventually the country will live up to the words of the Declaration of Independence.


"We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness."
Preamble to the Declaration of Independence

While I suspect that the Founding Fathers were referring to only the while male part of humanity. This is not how many of us view this paragraph today. We believe that all humanity was created equal--no matter color of skin or gender--and we are working and praying for true justice and equality for inhabitant of the country.

I am also thankful for the merit badge, Merit Badge in Mermaid Princess [Click For More Info] Congrats on completing The Contest Challenge. Here is your next Merit Badge. Enjoy. Always: Megan , I received in the past week.

Footnotes
1  https://www.huffpost.com/entry/ketanji-brown-jackson-black-woman-supreme-court_n...
March 31, 2022 at 10:11am
March 31, 2022 at 10:11am
#1029786
Iistijlál (Majesty), 11 Bahá (Spelendour) 179 B.E. - Thursday, March 31, 2022

On the last Thankful Thursday in March 2022,
         I am thankful ...
                   *BulletV* ...for the following merit badges between 3/25/22-3/31/22.
Merit Badge in Music Lovers [Click For More Info] Congratulations on completing the Contest Challenge. Here is your merit badge. Enjoy! From Princess Megan💗 Merit Badge in Poetry [Click For More Info] 2nd Place Round 77 "Poetic Traditions Poetry Contest".

                   *BulletV* ...that "Baha'i House of Worship in Germany"  was featured in "Poetry Newsletter (March 30, 2022)" .
                   *BulletV* ...for receiving the following awardcon

                   *BulletV* ...that my printer is working. The problem was it somehow got unplugged.
                   *BulletV* ...for hot black coffee on this beautiful spring morning.
                   *BulletV* ...that my Bank of America checking account is not overdrawn.
                   *BulletV* ...for the Oreo cookies I had to go with my coffee this morning.
March 24, 2022 at 11:22am
March 24, 2022 at 11:22am
#1029426
Istijlál (Majesty), 4 Bahá (Spelendour) 179 B.E. - Thursday, March 24, 2022

On the fourth Thankful Thursday in March 2022,
         I am thankful ...
                   *CheckV* ...for the Merit badges received between 3/18/22-3/24/22

Merit Badge in Shadows and Light [Click For More Info] Hi Neva, Congratulations for winning an Honourable Mention in [Link To Item #shadows] with your fantastic poem, [Link to Book Entry #1028799]. Rachel Merit Badge in You Rock [Click For More Info] *^*Confettig*^* Congratulations. You're the winner of The Mad Hatter's Hat prize from [Link To Item #power] 's March Mayhem Review raid *^*Delight*^* Merit Badge in Pink Fluffy Unicorns [Click For More Info] Congrats on completing The Contest Challenge. Here in your next Merit Badge. Enjoy. Always: Megan Merit Badge in Audrey Hepburn [Click For More Info] Congrats on completing The Contest Challenge. Here is your next Merit Badge. Enjoy! *^*Heartb*^* From [Link To User tigger] via HOOves Farm Fresh Pastures! *^*Grass*^**^*Shamrock*^* *^*Cow*^* Merit Badge in Lord and Lady Of Downton Abbey [Click For More Info] Congrats on completing The Contest Challenge. Here is your next Merit Badge. Enjoy. This beautiful merit badge comes to you from [Link To User tigger] Enjoy!

                   *CheckV* ...that I discovered the web page 12 Things About Ridvan  , because I can use it as inspiration about the King of Festivals.
                   *CheckV* ...for fresh brewed black coffee on this beautiful spring morning.
                   *CheckV* ...that the sun is shining today.
                   *CheckV* ...for the slice of pound cake I had to go with my coffee this morning.
                   *CheckV* ...that my Bank of America checking account is not overdrawn today.
                   *CheckV* ...for the pasta salad I had for lunch.
                   *CheckV* ...that I have a new wallet that will hold all of the cards I use on a regular basis.
                   *CheckV* ...for the cheese pizza I had for my afternoon meal.
March 17, 2022 at 10:18am
March 17, 2022 at 10:18am
#1029073
Istijlál (Justice), 16 ʻAláʼ (Loftiness) 178 B.E. - Thursday, March 17, 2022
Saint Patrick's Day

Today I am thankful ...
         *BulletV* ... for the Merit badges received between 3/11/22-3/17/22
Merit Badge in WDC Media Prompt [Click For More Info] Thank you for your participation in the 48-HOUR CHALLENGE: " Thank You by Dido ." Media Prompt hosted by [Link To User support] March 2022! We appreciate that you tackled this challenge... *^*Smile*^* *^*Thumbsupl*^* Merit Badge in I Write: Decade Edition [Click For More Info] Dear [Link To User nfdarbe] , Congratulations on finishing Writing Session One of the 2022 edition of [Link To Item #1868486] in [Link To Item #2263836] . Thank you for your consistent participation over the years. It makes a huge difference to me and makes me feel like I am adding value when members come back over and over like you. Annette Merit Badge in Appreciation [Click For More Info] Thanks for being a fan! Merit Badge in Lighthouse Poetry [Click For More Info] Here's a gift of celebration for you in completing [Link To Item #2109126] . The first of three exclusive MB's. It's people like you who make completing this challenge worthwhile. Merit Badge in You've Been Pied! [Click For More Info] Happy National Pi (e) Day! Andre and his cohorts hope you enjoy your pie. Don't shoot me I'm only the messenger! P.S. Andre asked me to included a bit of Pie Money, In case You Know Someone Who Likes Pie Too!

         *BulletV* ...that we have a new microwave.
         *BulletV* ...for fresh brewed coffee on this beautiful Thursday morning.
         *BulletV* ...that "Epistle to Cupid"  was featured in "Comedy Newsletter (March 16, 2022)" .
         *BulletV* ...for the Moon Pie I have to go with my coffee.
         *BulletV* ...that "Themes For Poems and Blog entries"  was featured in "Short Stories Newsletter (March 16, 2022)" .
         *BulletV* ...for the banana I have for my first breakfast.
March 10, 2022 at 10:43am
March 10, 2022 at 10:43am
#1028684
Istijlál (Majesty), 9 ʻAláʼ (Loftiness) 178 B.E. - Thursday, March 10, 2022

On the second Thankful Thursday in March 2022
         I am thankful ...
         *BulletV* ...for the merit badges I received between 3/11/22-3/10/22
Merit Badge in Elizabeth and Darcy [Click For More Info] Congrats on completing The Contest Challenge. Here is your next Merit Badge. Enjoy. Always: Megan Merit Badge in Reviewing [Click For More Info] Ranked # 1 Public Reviewer for the month of January 2022 . For more details, please see [Link To Item #614925] . Merit Badge in Elizabeth [Click For More Info] Congrats on completing The Contest Challenge. Here is your next Merit Badge. Enjoy. *^*Heartb*^* From [Link To User tigger] via HOOves Farm Fresh Pastures. *^*Heartg*^* Merit Badge in Reviewing [Click For More Info] Ranked # 1 Public Reviewer for the month of February 2022 . For more details, please see [Link To Item #614925] . Merit Badge in Bard's Hall Cupid Slam [Click For More Info] For your entry in the Bard's Hall Cupid Slam Contest, FEB 2022. Merit Badge in Prince Purple Rain [Click For More Info] Congrats on completing The Contest Challenge. Here is your next Merit Badge. Enjoy. You can sign it from me via you. This gift comes you from [Link To User tigger] Enjoy!

         *BulletV* ...that I completed reading The Call of the Divine Beloved yesterday.
         *BulletV* ... for the awardcon I received this week.

         *BulletV* ...that I began reading The Pen of Glory today.
         *BulletV* ...for fresh brewed black coffee on this beautiful late winter morning.
         *BulletV* ...that my Bank of America checking account is not overdrawn.
         *BulletV* ...for the cookies I have to go with my morning coffee.
March 6, 2022 at 11:40am
March 6, 2022 at 11:40am
#1028431
Jamál (Beauty), 5 ʻAláʼ (Loftiness) 178 B.E. - Saturday, March 6, 2022

Facebook Status Update

Beautiful Sunday,
A chill in the morning air:
My coffee is hot.
March 3, 2022 at 11:57am
March 3, 2022 at 11:57am
#1028023
Istijlál (Majesty), 2 ʻAláʼ (Loftiness) 178 B.E. - Thursday, March 3, 2022

Today I am thankful ...
         *BulletV* ...for the merit badge and awardcon I received between2/25/2022 and 3/3/22.
Merit Badge in Poetry [Click For More Info] Congratulations! You won First Place in the [Link To Item #1963898] for 2022. Merit Badge in The Contest Challenge 1 [Click For More Info] Congratulations on completing a whole year of [Link To Item #2109126] ! What an amazing accomplishment! You should be very proud of yourself! *^*Bighug*^* I hope to see you back there month after month. *^*Smile*^* Merit Badge in Special Appreciation [Click For More Info] By way of both a thank you, and a reminder: Never forget just how FANTASTIC you are! Please keep being you, because no one else does that half so well.

         *Bulletv* ...that " Nine Fruits of the Spirit"  won "The Writer's Cramp"  for 2/25/22.
         *BulletV* ...for the awardcon I received between 2/25/2022 to 3/3/2022.

         *BulletV* ...that "God's Tears in Winter"  that I was one of the winner of "The Writer's Cramp"  for 2/26/22.
         *BulletV* ...for the gentleman who picks the trash, I set out in front of the door, and takes it to the alley.
         *BulletV* ...that "Sunshine On The Vernal Equinox"  was one of the winners of "The Writer's Cramp"  for 2/27/22.
         *BulletV* ...for fresh brewed coffee on the beautiful late winter morning.
         *BulletV* ...that "Salvation's Sonnet"  received fist place in "Poetic Traditions Poetry Contest "  for February 2022.
         *BulletV* ...for to oatmeal chocolate chip cookies I had to go with my coffee.
         *BulletV* ...that " Nine Fruits of the Spirit"  was featured in "Spiritual Newsletter (March 2, 2022)" .
February 24, 2022 at 11:01am
February 24, 2022 at 11:01am
#1027350
Istijlál (Majesty), 19 Mulk (Dominion) 178 B.E. - Thursday, February 24, 2022

On the last Thankful Thursday in February 2022,
         I am thankful ...
                   *BulletV* ...that I found a prayer I can say for the Ukraine 🇺🇦.

"O Lord, verily, I invoke Thee in this Supreme Threshold, under the wing of the gloomy nights; pray to Thee with throbbing heart and flowing tears, imploring Thee, supplicating between Thy hands, and cry: O my Lord, verily the fire of battles is raging in the valleys, hills and streams, and the conflagration of war is burning even under the seas and high in the air, destroying and devastating. The earth is enveloped by its own fires and the sea is encompassed by its storms, thunderbolts and floods. O Lord, the souls are stifling, the death rattle is in their throats, the earth quakes, and has become so small that even the birds are frightened in their nests and the animals terrified in their lairs and caves. O my Lord, remove the veil, scatter this dense cloud on the horizon, extinguish these fires, subdue this flood, in order to stanch the bloodshed as compassion to the widows and mercy to the orphans, that these hurricanes may cease, the thunderbolts be extinguished, the torrents quelled, the land become visible, the souls find composure and the breasts be dilated. And we will thank Thee for Thy abundant favor, O Thou dear! O Thou forgiver!"
‘Abdu’l-Bahá2

                   *BulletV* ...for the merit badge I received on 2/18/22-2/24/22

Merit Badge in I'm Just the Trombone Player [Click For More Info] Just A Little Gift For Being My Friend! Merit Badge in Jane Austen Group [Click For More Info] Congrats on all your hard work at The Contest Challenge. [Link To User schnujo] has purchased all my Merit Badges for all the participants and I am happy to send you this Merit Badge. Enjoy and thank you for your hard work! Always: Megan Merit Badge in Pemberly Romance [Click For More Info] Congrats on finishing The Contest Challenge. Enjoy this badge from [Link To User tigger] via HOOves *^*Cow*^* fresh pasture. *^*Grass*^**^*Heartg*^* Merit Badge in Reviewing [Click For More Info] Thank you so much for the reviews you have given me. A lovely gift. Anthony. Merit Badge in Positivity [Click For More Info] Lovely description of reasons for deep faith. Merit Badge in Darcy [Click For More Info] Congrats on finishing The Contest Challenge. Enjoy this Merit Badge. This gift is from [Link To User tigger]

                   *BulletV* ...that "Help! My New Year's resolution went ..."  received honorable mention in "Stormy's poetry newsletter & contest"  and was featured in "Poetry Newsletter (February 23, 2022)" .
                   *BulletV* ...for the fresh brewed hot coffee I had this morning.
                   *BulletV* ...that my Bank of America checking account is not overdrawn today.
                   *BulletV* ...for the article Newly devised human family tree reveals the ‘genealogy of everyone’   by Will Dunham. I am thankful for this article because it gives DNA proof that humanity is a single family, a single species.
                   *BulletV* ...that I have goldfish crackers to go with my oyster soup this evening.

Footnotes
2  Bahá’í Scriptures, p. 406-407
February 17, 2022 at 12:11pm
February 17, 2022 at 12:11pm
#1026884
Istijál (Majesty), 12 Mulk (Dominion) 178 B.E. - Thursday, February 17, 2022

I submitted this comment to "Poetry Newsletter (February 16, 2022)" : The BOUTS-RIMÉ sounds similar to an exercise I sometimes do. I take the end words from a poem, usually written by one of my favorite poets, and us them as either line ending or line beginning in a poem. This is one way to overcome writer's block because I have to focus on writing a poem different--in either theme, subject, or form--from the poem I took the words from.

On the third Thankful Thursday in February 2022,
         I am thankful ...
                   *BulletV* ...for fresh brewed hot coffee on this late winter morning.
                   *BulletV* ...that my Bank of America checking account is not overdrawn.
                   *BulletV* ...for the chocolate cake I had to go with my coffee this morning.
                   *BulletV* ...that I have money in my Bank of America savings account.
                   *BulletV* ...for the peanut butter and grape jelly sandwich I had for lunch
                   *BulletV* ...that I received the following merit badge received between 2/11/22 to 2/17/22.
Merit Badge in The Contest Challenge [Click For More Info] Congratulations on finishing a whole year of [Link To Item #2109126] ! What an amazing job you did! I hope to celebrate you again next year! *^*Bighug*^*

I submitted this comment to "Action/Adventure Newsletter (February 16, 2022)" : Another type of hero is a hero of faith or a faith hero. This is a person such as a saint or someone who is martyred for their belief in God, one of His Prophets,or for humanity. Examples of these are Christ, The Bab, Tahirih (the Persian poet), or Saint Valentine.
February 10, 2022 at 11:43am
February 10, 2022 at 11:43am
#1026408
Istijlál (Grace), 5 Mulk (Dominion) 178 B.E. - Thursday, February 10, 2022

On the second Thankful Thursday in February 2022,
         I am thankful ...
                   *BulletV* ... for the Merit badges I received between 2/4/22-2/10/22
Merit Badge in Ashley Smashly [Click For More Info] Congratulations on completing all 5 years of the contest challenge Merit Badge in Brilliant [Click For More Info] Congratulations on completing every month of the Contest Challenge since Feb 2017! That's brilliant! Merit Badge in Celebration [Click For More Info] Celebrating the awesomeness of you for completing every month of [Link To Item #2109126] ! Merit Badge in Job Well Done [Click For More Info] For completing every month of the [Link To Item #2109126] since it began in February 2017. That is one serious accomplishment! Merit Badge in Peak Performance [Click For More Info] Congrats on your Contest Challenge accomplishments! *^*Heart*^* Merit Badge in Endurance [Click For More Info] [Link To Item #2109126] Rock Star! *^*Balloonbl*^**^*Balloonr*^**^*Balloonbl*^**^*Balloonr*^**^*Balloonbl*^* Merit Badge in You Can And You Will [Click For More Info] Congratulations for finishing every single month of [Link To Item #2109126] ! So awesome. *^*Stary*^* ~A gift from [Link To User schnujo] ~ Merit Badge in Go The Distance [Click For More Info] You've proven you can "Go the Distance", well done 👏Congratulations on completing every month of [Link To Item #2109126] ! You're awesome *^*Cool*^* Merit Badge in Brilliant [Click For More Info] You are Brilliant. Not only did you complete the Monthly Contest Challenge since 2017, but you did it with awesomeness! Congratulations my friend! Merit Badge in You Rock [Click For More Info] Congratulations for rocking at the contest challenge!

                   *BulletV* ...that "Poetry for the Spirit"  won "The Writer's Cramp"  for February 8, 2022.
                   *BulletV* ...for fresh brewed black coffee.
                   *BulletV* ...that my Bank of America checking account is not overdrawn.
                   *BulletV* ...for the cinnamon roll I had with my coffee.
February 3, 2022 at 12:09pm
February 3, 2022 at 12:09pm
#1025960
Istijlál (Majesty), 17 Sulṭán (Sovereignty) 178 B.E. - Thursday, February 3, 2022

On the first thankful Thursday in February 2022,
         I am thankful ...
                   *BulletV* ... for fresh brewed coffee on this chilly winter day.
                   *BulletV* ... that my Bank of America checking account is not overdrawn.
                   *BulletV* ... for the mini muffins I had to go with my coffee.
                   *BulletV* ... that "Salvation's Sonnet"  was featured in the "Spiritual Newsletter (February 2, 2022)"  Editor's Picks
                   *BulletV* ... for the BBQ ribs I had for lunch.
                   *BulletV* ... that I got a good start to February's writing projects, now I just have to keep it going.
                   *BulletV* ... for the Merit badges I received between 1/22/2022 and 2/3/2022
Merit Badge in Reviewing [Click For More Info] Ranked # 3 Public Reviewer for the month of December 2021 . For more details, please see [Link To Item #614925] . Merit Badge in 12 Days of Christmas [Click For More Info] Thank you for participating in the "unofficial" [Link To Item #2014890] challenge in 2021! Merit Badge in Shadows and Light [Click For More Info] Hi Neva, Congratulations on placing 3rd in [Link To Item #shadows] with your fantastic poem 'The Cat With Tear Tracked Eyes.' I absolutely adored this poem. Rachel Merit Badge in Writing [Click For More Info] I secretly admire your creativity. I secretly admire your style of writing. Keep going... Merit Badge in Today Is Your Day [Click For More Info] It's Groundhog Day. Someone nominated you to get a free Merit Badge, and/or you did some nominating. Whichever it was, YOU ROCK - HAVE A GREAT DAY. Merit Badge in Well Done [Click For More Info] Because you rocked the monthly challenge! Way to go!!!!!! Merit Badge in Encore! Encore! [Click For More Info] You did it!!!! Bravo! An entire of writing and entering contests - FIVE years worth with [Link To Item #2109126] !!! You've come this far - keep writing and let's finish year number 6, too! Kindest Regards, Lilli Merit Badge in Special Appreciation [Click For More Info] H*^*Partyhato*^*LL*^*Delight*^*! This Merit Badge is from [Link To Item #2109126] *^*Bigsmile*^* to recognise your enthusiasm and commitment! *^*Starstruck*^* C*^*Ha*^*NGR*^*Partyhatp*^*TUL*^*Partyhatv*^*TI*^*Inlove2*^*NS! Merit Badge in Normal Is Boring [Click For More Info] You did it!!!! Bravo! An entire of writing and entering contests - FIVE years Anniversary with "The Contest Challenge" by [Link To User schnujo] !!! You've come this far - keep writing and let's finish year number SIX, too! And Set a Record keep Going as normal is indeed Boring..sindbad Merit Badge in Peak Performance [Click For More Info] Congratulations on completing [Link To Item #2109126] since its inception! Merit Badge in Encore! Encore! [Click For More Info] So, you've completed every month of [Link To Item #2109126] since it began -- awesome! Keep it up! *^*Confettib*^**^*Bigsmile*^**^*Confettiv*^* Merit Badge in Attention to Detail [Click For More Info] Congrats on completing the first month of The Contest Challenge. Merit Badge in Contests [Click For More Info] This Badge Comes Your Way Compliments of [Link To Item #2109126] ! Yay, Jody a.k.a. [Link To User schnujo] ! Merit Badge in Just Because [Click For More Info] Just felt like sending a nice merit badge. Merit Badge in Supportive [Click For More Info] Congratulations for finishing every month of Contest Challenge. Since it began😁. I know you'll get many MBs but please don't ignore mine🥺. All The Best for future WDC journey 😊 Merit Badge in Auctions [Click For More Info] Congratulations...You deserve this! Merit Badge in Celebration [Click For More Info] For completing all five years of Schujo's Contest Challenge - an amazing achievement. Well done! Merit Badge in Productivity [Click For More Info] Such devotion needs rewarding... You, each and every one of you, are inspirational! Merit Badge in Endurance [Click For More Info] Congratulations on finishing every single month of [Link To Item #2109126] since it began in February 2017!! *^*Smile*^* Merit Badge in Overachiever [Click For More Info] Congratulations on finishing every month yall got some skill. And some awesome time management! Merit Badge in Positivity [Click For More Info] For every single one of you that brings SUNSHINE into others lives especially mine. Congratulations for completing [Link To Item #2109126] 🎊🎉 Amazing job!🎉🎊 Merit Badge in Job Well Done [Click For More Info] Congratulations on completing [Link To Item #2109126] . Merit Badge in Editing [Click For More Info] Dear [Link To User nfdarbe] This badge is part of your newsfeed celebration led by [Link To User schnujo] to congratulate you on completing all five years of [Link To Item #2109126] . Annette Merit Badge in Good Things Take Time [Click For More Info] Congratulations on finishing every single month of [Link To Item #2109126] since, February 2017!! Merit Badge in Brennus as Cupid [Click For More Info] Brennus applauds your success in completing the Contest Challenge, hosted by [Link To User schnujo] Merit Badge in Phyllis' Personal Award [Click For More Info] Congratulations on completing five whole years of [Link To Item #2109126] ! *^*Star*^* As one of a small group of achievers, I wanted to award you my special new, exclusive badge. *^*Hearty*^* I hope it makes you smile. *^*Bigsmile*^* I hope to see your name on the celebration list next year too! May every joy and success be yours! *^*Bighug*^* Merit Badge in Magic Is Science [Click For More Info] Congratulations to all my fellow celebrants! All that time and energy spent on [Link To Item #2109126] was well worth it! Merit Badge in Military [Click For More Info] Great job! You finished every single month of The Contest Challenge since it began in February 2017. Drake Merit Badge in Attention to Detail [Click For More Info] Congratulations! For completing The Contest Challenge for every month since it started.


January 20, 2022 at 11:38am
January 20, 2022 at 11:38am
#1025065
Istijlál (Majesty), 3 Sulṭán (Sovereignty) 178 B.E. - Thursday, January 20, 2022

On the third Thankful Thursday in January 2022,
         I am thankful ...
                   *BulletV* ...that I received the following merit badges between January 14-January 20.

Merit Badge in Overachiever [Click For More Info] Congratulations on your HUGE accomplishments regarding The Contest Challenge! What a great achievement! Merit Badge in Reach For The Stars [Click For More Info] Congratulations on Completing 5 Years of [Link To Item #2109126] *^*Bigsmile*^* Merit Badge in Level Up [Click For More Info] You are Incredible! Awesome! Spectacular! Stupendous! You have completed Schnujo's [Link To Item #2109126] ! *^*Star*^* *^*Star*^* CONGRATULATIONS *^*Star*^* *^*Star*^* Merit Badge in Pioneer [Click For More Info] You are Incredible! Awesome! Spectacular! Stupendous! You have completed 5 years of Schnujo's "The Contest Challenge"! CONGRATULATIONS Merit Badge in Peak Performance [Click For More Info] Doing something difficult: proof of peak performance. Congratulations on completing five years of [Link To Item #2109126] Merit Badge in Endurance [Click For More Info] You are Awesome! Fantastic job. Super-Duper. You have completed 5 years of the [Link To Item #2109126] WOW!! CONGRATULATIONS You went the distance. Merit Badge in Grumpy Santa [Click For More Info] Congratulations on your success with [Link To Item #2109126] (The Contest Challenge). And Thank You [Link To User schnujo] for running this great Challenge! Merit Badge in Consistent [Click For More Info] Congrats on finishing the Contest challenge!! Merit Badge in Keep It Up [Click For More Info] Congratulations on completing five years of contests at [Link To Item #2109126] !!! Don’t stop now, keep rolling in 2022!!! Merit Badge in Consistent [Click For More Info] Congratulations on completing 5 years of [Link To Item #2109126] . *^*Party*^* Merit Badge in Work Hard Dream Big [Click For More Info] You conquered the full 5 years of [Link To Item #2109126] ! Merit Badge in Congratulations [Click For More Info] Congratulations on completing 5 years of [Link To Item #2109126] ! Merit Badge in Peak Performance [Click For More Info] Challenge given. Challenge accepted. Challenge conquered - way to go! You completed all 5 years of [Link To Item #2109126] ! Merit Badge in My Loving Joy [Click For More Info] Congratulations on completing the Contest Challenge! Merit Badge in Inspirational [Click For More Info] Congratulations on completing all five years of [Link To Item #2109126] ! You are inspirational! *^*Star*^* Wishing you every joy and success in this new year and always! *^*Heartg*^* Merit Badge in Consistent [Click For More Info] Sent because of The Contest Challenge completion. Congratulations. Happy Trails, Jane Merit Badge in Growth [Click For More Info] For my fellow celebrants, Congrats!! Merit Badge in Congratulations [Click For More Info] Congratulations for completing five years of The Contest Challenge! Merit Badge in Good Things Take Time [Click For More Info] We are all blessed and inspired by your dedicated Time and effort. What wonderfully Good Things have indeed happened! I’m thrilled for you! Merit Badge in Discovery [Click For More Info] Congratulations on completing every year of the [Link To Item #2109126] Merit Badge in You Are Stronger [Click For More Info] Congratulations completing 5 years of The Contest Challenge! Merit Badge in Determination [Click For More Info] For the amazing determination it took to finish Five! Years of The Contest Challenge Merit Badge in Good Things Take Time [Click For More Info] Well Done on The Contest Challenge! Merit Badge in Fiction [Click For More Info] Congratulations for completing the 5 years of 'The Contest Challenge'. You are superb! Merit Badge in Creativity [Click For More Info] You've done what? Completed five whole years of [Link To Item #2109126] ? Wowzers. You do know that makes you incredibly awesome, right? And super creative, too. Congratulations! Here's to the next five! Rachel *^*Heartv*^* Merit Badge in High Five [Click For More Info] Congratulations on completing five years of [Link To Item #2109126] Merit Badge in Today Is Your Day [Click For More Info] Congratulations on completing five years with [Link To Item #2109126] . Merit Badge in High Five [Click For More Info] A high five for completing 5 years of [Link To Item #2109126] ! Well done! Merit Badge in Appreciation [Click For More Info] Congrats on how well you've done in the Contest Challenge! Merit Badge in Refreshing [Click For More Info] Congratulations for completing 5 years at [Link To Item #2109126] ! Way to go. *^*Stary*^* A gift from [Link To User schnujo] Merit Badge in Every Moment Matters [Click For More Info] You are simply amazing! Every moment truly does matter and you have accomplished so much with all of the time and effort you have invested in WDC!!! *^*Heart*^* Merit Badge in Just Because [Click For More Info] Just felt like sending a nice merit badge. Merit Badge in SuperPower Reviewers [Click For More Info] *^*Snow4*^**^*Snowboard2*^* Congratulations!! You are our *^*Star*^* Most Prolific Reviewer in our first [Link To Item #power] raid in January 2022. *^*Laugh*^* We so appreciate all of your dedicated participation in our group. *^*Heart*^* Shine on! *^*Sun*^* ~eyestar and Lornda on behalf of [Link To Item #power] Raid team. Merit Badge in Success [Click For More Info] Congratulations on completing 5 years of Schnujo's Contest Challenge! Amazing perseverance. Merit Badge in Determination [Click For More Info] Congratulations! It's got to take a lot of determination to complete 5 YEARS of [Link To Item #2109126] Well done! Merit Badge in Writing [Click For More Info] Just because. Merit Badge in Determination [Click For More Info] Congrats for completing 5 years of [Link To Item #2109126] ! Amazing! That is some kinda determination. Merit Badge in Roaring 20s [Click For More Info] I'm here to help 🎊Celebrate🎊 an accomplishment that you have strived to achieve in "2021." There's nothing like reaching a goal in something we all enjoy. Congratulations to you for an OUTSTANDING job, well done! Hugzzzz and love, Teresa aka [Link To User tblakely5] Merit Badge in Work Hard Dream Big [Click For More Info] Congratulations on your success in [Link To Item #2109126] ! *^*Delight*^* Well done! Merit Badge in Appreciation [Click For More Info] Because you are appreciated. Merit Badge in Words Whirling 'Round [Click For More Info] Congratulations on completing the first five years of the [Link To Item #2109126]


                   *BulletV* ...for the awardcon I received this week

                   *BulletV* ...that my Bank of America checking account is not overdrawn.
                   *BulletV* ...for fresh brewed coffee on this beautiful winter morning.
                   *BulletV* ...that I had a slice lemon cake with my coffee.
January 13, 2022 at 11:52am
January 13, 2022 at 11:52am
#1024601
Istijlal (Majesty), 15 S͟haraf (Honor) 178 B.E. - Thursday, January 13, 2022

On the second Thankful Thursday in 2022,
         I am grateful ...
                   *BulletV* ...for fresh brewed black coffee on this beautiful winter morning.
                   *BulletV* ...that my bank of America checking account is not overdrawn today.
                   *BulletV* ...for the chocolate dipped cookie I had to go with my morning coffee.
                   *BulletV* ...that I received a merit badge today.
Merit Badge in I Write 2021 [Click For More Info] Congratulations! Your dedication to writing and reviewing once a week in 2021 was legendary. The year tried to throw all kind of hurdles your way, but you stayed steady and kept on living like you own the place. Rightfully so. Because you do. Happy writing and reviewing in 2022.

                   *BulletV* ...for the banana I had for my first breakfast.
January 6, 2022 at 12:40pm
January 6, 2022 at 12:40pm
#1024273
Istijlál (Majesty), 8 S͟haraf (Honor) 178 B.E. - Thursday, January 6, 2022

On the first Thankful Thursday in 2022,
I give thanks for
the beauty
of a January sunrise
and for the chill in the air
that tells me winter is really here.


On the first Thankful Thursday in 2022,
I give thanks for
the blessings of the prayers
revealed by the Bab,
Baha'u'llah,
and 'Abdu'l-Baha:
because they will inspire
me to face
the tests I experience
this year.
December 30, 2021 at 10:20am
December 30, 2021 at 10:20am
#1023838
Istijlál (Majesty), 19 Masáʼil (Questions) 178 B.E. - Thursday, December 30, 2021

On the last Thankful Thursday in 2021,
         I am thankful ...
                   ... for the merit badges I have received between 12/23/21-12/29/21.

Merit Badge in Birthday [Click For More Info] Happy birthday! I hope you have a fabulous day! *^*Heart*^* Merit Badge in Nature [Click For More Info] *^*Candycaner*^**^*Star*^* Happy Happy Birthday blessings on a milestone birthday! Wow! Keep on transforming and shining as the *^*Star*^* you are. *^*Heart*^* *^*Smile*^* I found an MB you didn't have! *^*Delight*^* Have fun today! Merit Badge in Roaring 20s [Click For More Info] Have a wonderful Birthday and a spectacular year ahead! And enjoy your holidays, too!! *^*Balloong*^**^*Balloonv*^**^*Balloonr*^* *^*Cow*^* Merit Badge in Dark Fantasy [Click For More Info] Hi Neva, The very generous [Link To User webwitch] has gifted you a Coffee Cream from my Chocolate Emporium. This MB comes as part of that package. Rachel Merit Badge in Disco Fever [Click For More Info] Just a congratulations for completing every month of [Link To Item #2109126] since it started. That is really impressive!! *^*Smile*^* Merit Badge in Creativity [Click For More Info] From me to you for the Contest Challenge. Enjoy. Merit Badge in Determination [Click For More Info] Congratulations on completing the Contest Challenge! Way to go! Merit Badge in Special Appreciation [Click For More Info] Congratulations for completing every single month of [Link To Item #2109126] since it started in February 2017. From- Schnujo Merit Badge in Contests [Click For More Info] For your outstanding accomplishment in completing EVERY SINGLE MONTH of [Link To Item #2109126] ! Your dedication, determination, discipline, and drive have served you well 👍 Merit Badge in Good Things Take Time [Click For More Info] Congratulations on completing every single month of "The Contest Challenge" since it started in February 2017! [Link To Item #2109126] Merit Badge in Keep It Up [Click For More Info] What can I say, but, KEEP IT UP!!!! Five consecutive years of entering monthly contests is quite an accomplishment! Congratulations on ALL your success over at [Link To Item #2109126] ! Merit Badge in Work Hard Dream Big [Click For More Info] Congratulations to all of you for completing every single month of " [Link To Item #2109126] " since it started in February 2017. Great inspiration for All. Merit Badge in Friendship [Click For More Info] From [Link To User schnujo] . Happy New Year in advance. Merit Badge in Work Hard Dream Big [Click For More Info] Congratulations To You for being a part of the Contest Challenge Merit Badge in Celebration [Click For More Info] Congrats!!! :) Merit Badge in Work Hard Dream Big [Click For More Info] Congratulations To You for being a part of the Contest Challenge Merit Badge in Consistent [Click For More Info] CONGRATULATIONS on completing every year of [Link To Item #2109126] . Safe travels and many blessings. Merit Badge in High Five [Click For More Info] Start to finish - with a little backtracking thrown in for good measure - you've done every month of [Link To Item #2109126] ! Way to go! Merit Badge in Special Appreciation [Click For More Info] Kudos on being one of the amazing few who have completed every single month of [Link To Item #2109126] since it started back in February 2017! You're awesome! *^*Star*^* Merit Badge in Determination [Click For More Info] What an accomplishment – words cannot express how proud you must be - you've done every month of "The Contest Challenge"! Awesome! Congratulations. Merit Badge in Fearless [Click For More Info] Congrats for tackling Schnujo's [Link To Item #2109126] . Merit Badge in Consistent [Click For More Info] Fabulous job completing every challenge since [Link To Item #2109126] has opened. That takes serious dedication. You've earned a spoiling! Enjoy! Merit Badge in Groups [Click For More Info] Congratulations on completing 4 years of [Link To Item #2109126] ! Merit Badge in Go The Distance [Click For More Info] Congratulations for going the distance with The Contest Challenge!!! Woohoo!!! Merit Badge in Determination [Click For More Info] I heard you completed every single month of [Link To Item #2109126] -- that's quite the feat! Great job! *^*Confettib*^**^*Bigsmile*^**^*Confettiv*^* Merit Badge in Endurance [Click For More Info] A big congratulations to you for completing [Link To Item #2109126] . All your hard work, determination, and consistency bring wonderful rewards... great job!! Merit Badge in Teenie Bo Beanie Baby Boo [Click For More Info] Congratulations on being some of the first recipients of the Teenie Bo Beanie Baby Boo Memorial merit badge Merit Badge in aMAZing Jack [Click For More Info] Much respect for completing all of the contests in [Link To User schnujo] 's Contest Challenge since the beginning. Merit Badge in You Rock [Click For More Info] Congratulations on completing every month for [Link To Item #2109126] You are amazing! Merit Badge in Work In Progress [Click For More Info] Congratulations on completing the first 5 years of [Link To Item #2109126] !!!! Merit Badge in Endurance [Click For More Info] Oh, how you've endured! CONGRATULATIONS for completing [Link To Item #2109126] every month since FOREVER! You're a Writing Super Hero! Merit Badge in Congratulations [Click For More Info] Congratulations for completing [Link To Item #2109126] ! Merit Badge in Internet Web [Click For More Info] Dear [Link To User nfdarbe] Congratulations on completing the whole [Link To Item #2109126] since its beginning in 2017. That is a huge accomplishment and you should be proud of yourself. Happy New Year with my best wishes for your health, creativity, prosperity, and anything else you want for yourself. Annette Merit Badge in Determination [Click For More Info] Congratulations on completing every single month! You got skill! Keep up the amazing work! [Link To Item #2109126] Merit Badge in Christmas Pubby [Click For More Info] Congratulations for completing every single month of [Link To Item #2109126] ("The Contest Challenge") Merit Badge in The Norb Award [Click For More Info] Congrats on completing [Link To Item #2109126] every month since it started in February 2017! That's no easy feat!! Merit Badge in Endurance [Click For More Info] This Merit Badge is awarded for your endurance in completing every month of The Contest Challenge. You’re amazing. Congratulations Merit Badge in Overachiever [Click For More Info] Congratulations on conquering [Link To Item #2109126] by Christmas 2021! Merit Badge in Keep It Up [Click For More Info] Thank you for giving your all to Writing throughout the year--keep it going into 2022! Merit Badge in Just Because [Click For More Info] Just felt like sending a nice Merit Badge. Merit Badge in You Rock [Click For More Info] Congratulations! What a huge accomplishment. Completing all the requirements of the [Link To Item #2109126] since 2017. Wow. You definitely ROCK! Merit Badge in Just Because [Click For More Info] Thanks For Being My Fan!

                   ...that I was able to get cataract surgery on both eyes in 2021.
                   ...for fresh brewed black coffee on this chilly winter morning.
                   ...that I was able to get a new pair of reading glasses in 2021.
                   ...for the slice of chocolate cake I had to go with my coffee this morning.
                   ...that my Bank of America checking account is not overdrawn.
December 16, 2021 at 1:04pm
December 16, 2021 at 1:04pm
#1023276
Istijlál (Majesty), 5 Masáʼil (Questions) 178 B.E. - Thursday, December 16, 2021

On the third Thankful Thursday of December 2021,
         I am grateful ...
                   *BulletV* ...for the merit badges I received over the past week.
Merit Badge in Encouragement [Click For More Info] Thank you for reading and commenting in my blog! Merit Badge in Special Appreciation [Click For More Info] Lovely words I appreciate your prayer.

                   *BulletV* ...that my Bank of America checking account is not overdrawn.
                   *BulletV* ...for the fresh brewed black coffee I had on this chilly late autumn morning.
                   *BulletV* ...that I have 2,380,035 GPs in my Gift Points account.
                   *BulletV* ...for the doughnut stick I had with my coffee this morning.
                   *BulletV* ...that I can pick up my reading glasses on Monday, December 20.
December 2, 2021 at 10:46am
December 2, 2021 at 10:46am
#1022691
Istijlal (Majesty), 11 Qawl (Speech) 178 B.E. - Thursday, December 2, 2021


On the first Thankful Thursday in December 2021,
         I am thankful ...
                   *Pray* ...for the Merit badges received between 11/26/21-12/2/21
Merit Badge in Friendship [Click For More Info] Thank you very much for your friendship, prayers, and your support. Safe travels and many blessings. Merit Badge in Reach For The Stars [Click For More Info] Thank you so much for being such a wonderful fan of my challenge, [Link To Item #2109126] ! Merit Badge in I Write 52 Weeks [Click For More Info] This year, I am most thankful for the people in my life. Those online and offline. I hope you are having a pleasant Thanksgiving weekend. Annette Merit Badge in Secret Admirer [Click For More Info] Thank you so much for being my fan! It's folks like you who help ensure I can spread so much fun and joy around WdC! *^*Heart*^* Merit Badge in I Love WdC [Click For More Info] We may have crossed paths in the newsfeed, or through a read and review, shared a secret in the scrolls, or participated in an activity or two- However it was, our acquaintance came to be, I'm thankful to know you, here on WDC! Merit Badge in Reviewing [Click For More Info] Ranked # 2 Public Reviewer for the month of November 2021 . For more details, please see [Link To Item #614925] .

                   *Pray* ...that "Thanksgiving Invitation"  was featured in "Fantasy Newsletter (December 1, 2021)" .
                   *Pray* ...for fresh brewed black coffee on this chilly late fall morning.
                   *Pray* ...that "Dreams of a Crystal Unicorn"  was featured in "Poetry Newsletter (December 1, 2021)" .
                   *Pray* ...for the chocolate breakfast rolls I had with my coffee this morning.
                   *Pray* ...that my Bank of America checking account is not overdrawn.
November 25, 2021 at 12:00pm
November 25, 2021 at 12:00pm
#1022307
Istijlal (Majesty), 4 Qawl (Speech) 178 B.E. - Thursday, November 25, 2021
Day of the Covenant and Thanksgiving

On the last Thankful Thursday in November 2021,
         I am thankful ...
                   *Pray* ...for the merit badges I receive between 11/19/21-11/25/21.
Merit Badge in Inner Strength [Click For More Info] Congratulations on your third place win in Honoring the Dead! Merit Badge in Just Because [Click For More Info] Thank you for being a fan of my contest, [Link To Item #2232242] ! Merit Badge in Thank You [Click For More Info] What Am I Thankful For? Good Friends Like You, And How WdC Let Me Find You!

                   *Pray* ...that "Turkeys' Revenge"  was featured in "Comedy Newsletter (November 24, 2021)" .
                   *Pray* ...for hot black coffee on this beautiful Thanksgiving Day.
                   *Pray* ...that my Bank of America checking account is not overdrawn.
                   *Pray* ...for all the trinkets I have collected today.
                   *Pray* ...that I finished the 100 poems I was writing for the Ascension of 'Abdu'l-Baha.
                   *Pray* ...for the soup I had for lunch today.
November 18, 2021 at 11:31am
November 18, 2021 at 11:31am
#1021874
Istijlál (Majesty), 16 Qudradt (Power) 178 B.E. - Thursday, November 18, 2021


On the third Thankful Thursday in November 2021,
         I am thankful for the hot, black coffee I had with my chocolate mini cupcake this morning.
         I am grateful for the french toast, eggs, and orange juice I had for breakfast today.
         I am thankful that I have completed 95 of the 100 poems I am writing for the Centenary of the Ascension of Abdu'l-Baha.
         I am grateful that my Bank of America checking account is not overdrawn.
         I am thankful for the merit badge I received today.
Merit Badge in I Love WdC [Click For More Info] We survived the switch to the new server! Yay! *^*Heart*^*

         I am grateful for the shrimp I had for lunch today.

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