Blog @ Work 2nd Edition (Book) https://www.Writing.Com/main/profile.php/blog/wiesblaize [Link To Item #1901904] Write about trying kindness and the results. Kindness is important, perhaps the most important trait between people, yet very undervalued. If everybody practiced kindness, there would be no hate or war. Being kind to others all the time, whether in a profession, church, or activity, can be exhausting too. Today I read about avoiding [Link: 'compassion overload']. My examples would be 6 years of compassion for Chris...[Read Full Post] Mon, 14 Sep 2026 08:03:50 EDT https://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/1124261 https://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/1124261 It's Saturday afternoon, the beginning of the evening, and I want to blog. Just need to express myself. Am not sure what about, but that will unfold. I'm making French fries and two fried minced-meat hot dogs, called frikandel in Dutch, as a snack. I already had a bit of dinner, but I didnât like it. I hardly ate anything. So, now I am hungry and am snacking. Ah well, tomorrow I have to eat low-carb again since I have to collect data on my blood levels. My blood val...[Read Full Post] Sat, 12 Sep 2026 18:11:30 EDT https://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/1124089 https://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/1124089 9/11, a total shock for weeks From 9:15 local time on 9/11 25 years ago, I was glued to the television set, in total shock for weeks on end. The USA had been attacked, and the world had changed. Almost 3000 people were killed that day when planes hit the Twin Towers, a plane was hijacked and crashed, and the Pentagon was hit. The long shadow of that day was felt throughout the world. As a Dutch citizen, I felt heartbroken and shocked abou...[Read Full Post] Fri, 11 Sep 2026 13:39:14 EDT https://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/1123930 https://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/1123930 They delivered the brand-new novel of our most famous writer and philosopher, Connie Palmen (November 25, 1955). It's called Johnnie Walker, a very personal autobiography. I only read the first few sentences, looking forward to it. She is famous for The Laws (De wetten, 1991), The Friendship (De vriendschap, 1995), Your Story, My Story (Jij zegt het, 2015) â all translated. The rest of her oeuvre is translated into different languages. Check her out; she is a great ...[Read Full Post] Wed, 09 Sep 2026 11:43:18 EDT https://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/1123705 https://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/1123705 Itâs WDCâs 26th Birthday (2) @ [Link To User elusive4lyn] *âNoteâ ▶︎ * [Link To Item #2072872] [Link to Forum Post #3825815] and [Link to Forum Post #3827380] First of all, I love [Link To User kittee] , so every contest or activity of hers is met with interest. She is a fellow countrywoman who immigrated to another country. In this particular case, it was quick and simple, and I loved the fact that there was a possibility to earn an awardicon and an MB. Because of the simplicity of the tasks, it was a good combination in that first busy Birthday Week. [Embed hJ_burYdegk] U2, Beautiful Day (2000) Loved this song then and now. That refrain âItâs a beautiful dayââI always sing, or yell out loud. Love the strength of the words and...[Read Full Post] Mon, 07 Sep 2026 06:30:39 EDT https://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/1123367 https://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/1123367 Itâs WDCâs 26th Birthday (2) @ [Link To User elusive4lyn] Day 6: Write a flash fiction story about a birthday celebration gone wrong. Story Mistress and Storymaster are counting on you. Minimum word count: 300; maximum: 500. Please put the word count in your entry. Maybe this entry will become more in November's writing challenge. [Link To User storymaster] and [Link To User storymistress] were planning their big 26th Birthday party of Writing.c...[Read Full Post] Sun, 06 Sep 2026 08:58:21 EDT https://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/1123231 https://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/1123231 Itâs WDC's 26th Birthday (2) @ [Link To User elusive4lyn] Day 5: There are multiple contests celebrating WDC's 26th year. Name at least five of them, and please participate in one of them. In a blog entry, tell us what motivated you to enter the contest you chose. Do you like participating in any specific contest during the year? Do you do your favorite contest every time it is available? w/c 250 Writerâs Cramp, Bardâs Hall ...[Read Full Post] Sat, 05 Sep 2026 03:18:52 EDT https://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/1122969 https://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/1122969 Itâs WDC-26th Birthday (2) @ [Link To User elusive4lyn] *Note* [Link To Item #803041] I found one word search especially appealing because it contained country names. I am internationally oriented on this international website. This prompt reminded me that there are so many cool features besides writing, reviewing, contests, and activities. Puzzles, anagrams, or word chains? I seldom do those. What comes close are acrostic poems, where the poe...[Read Full Post] Fri, 04 Sep 2026 04:49:18 EDT https://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/1122827 https://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/1122827 Itâs WDC-26th Birthday (2) @ [Link To User elusive4lyn] *âNoteâ ▶︎ * I thought the senior purple case with WDC for more than 20 years is [Link To User jeff] . I always enjoy it when he has something to say. I think itâs kinda cool that he is working in the film industry. Last Christmas, he surprised me with a Christmas card via the Snail Mail Group with a beautiful drawing of his daughter. I totally enjoyed that. I r...[Read Full Post] Thu, 03 Sep 2026 07:40:23 EDT https://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/1122648 https://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/1122648 Itâs WDC-26th Birthday (2) @ [Link To User elusive4lyn] [Link To Item #2343390] *âNote:â ▶︎ * I love blogging, and I love blogs. I currently have around 10 different blogs in my portfolio. Different themes, genres, and subjects. I blog daily. I am a Premium member of the site to have the opportunity to blog more. 25 blogs in total. YAY! I use 30-Day Blogging, Blog City, Blogging Circle of Frien...[Read Full Post] Wed, 02 Sep 2026 09:23:02 EDT https://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/1122484 https://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/1122484 Itâs WDC-26th Birthday (2) WDC newsletters @ [Link To User elusive4lyn] Day 1 Scavenger hunt time-- WDC has weekly newsletters for our community. Can you name them all? Do you know what year the newsletter began? Which one is your favorite and why? Feel free to discuss ones that you've read and appreciated the information. Minimum word count: 250./3 paragraphs There are 13 weekly newsletters: Comedy, Action/Adventure, Contests...[Read Full Post] Tue, 01 Sep 2026 10:00:10 EDT https://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/1122313 https://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/1122313 It will be busy tomorrow! Let's Heal, 30-Day Blogging Challenge, and It's WDC- 26th Birthday! Exciting! Mon, 31 Aug 2026 14:07:25 EDT https://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/1122226 https://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/1122226 Within a few hours, it is September 1, and countdown for FUN RUN and [Link To Item #2362141] . I am participating in THREE challenges in September: 1. 30-day blogging challenge with [Link To Item #2362254] ; 2. Let's Heal with [Link To Item #2363211] (Group Only) and 3. Blog Cities: It's WDC's 26th Birthday with [Link To Item #2136324] . Very exciting and very busy indeed. Let's just admit I am glad I don't have to move house too. ...[Read Full Post] Sun, 30 Aug 2026 23:32:22 EDT https://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/1122185 https://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/1122185 I found and bought more supplies to carve stone. I can go downstairs to my cellar and work on the workbench. I own more tools from the previous workshop in the US, but I cannot find it. So, new is in order, new as in used. Now I have another great hobby for the autumn and winter time. I also found a stone and bought another two or three online. They will send them. There are enough videos on YouTube to help me get started again. I don't have to go on ...[Read Full Post] Sat, 29 Aug 2026 20:18:58 EDT https://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/1122095 https://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/1122095 I had a trial ride on an electric tricycle in another part of town. I was convinced a tricycle was the answer to my mobility issues. But alas, I could not sit properly on the thing; I could not go forward even 1 meter. I just couldn't handle the beast. I am now sure this is not for me, although I can take occupational therapy in my neighborhood to learn how to ride a tricycle. So, that's what I learned today. Which means that my new house has to be ...[Read Full Post] Fri, 28 Aug 2026 12:13:24 EDT https://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/1122005 https://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/1122005 Someone beat me to it and accepted the house I wanted. I am a bit disappointed, of course, but it's okay. I always knew there were a lot of candidates willing to accept as well. So, I can carry on with my life and focus on the writing next week. Looking forward to all the challenges from September onward. My plans, my lists, and all the things I anticipated are not lost but can be preserved for next time. My current apartment is great, my neighbo...[Read Full Post] Wed, 26 Aug 2026 10:35:58 EDT https://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/1121855 https://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/1121855 Today, an appointment with the dentist. She pulled out a molar. Within 5 seconds, the thing was out. Wonderful, sedation so no pain whatsoever. The rest of the afternoon, I kept quiet. I phoned the housing company to ask about procedures on the house. They told me that things might have been delayed because of the holiday period. Fewer consultants meant the process looked as if stopped. But I had to be patient. So, I will be. ...[Read Full Post] Mon, 24 Aug 2026 06:39:18 EDT https://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/1121737 https://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/1121737 I've organized and planned everything just in case I get the new house. But I am still waiting for news after one week, and I got bored and sidetracked. So I am on an online shopping spree. I just bought: Book on blogging, Chinese for Dummies, Skinny jeans, Package (20) of autumn clothing, Boots and shoes, Vintage tea set, Red winter coat, 2 pairs of walking boots, Wooden statue, and Red relief of Mary. Now I will stop because I want to save money ...[Read Full Post] Sun, 23 Aug 2026 10:00:32 EDT https://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/1121689 https://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/1121689 This is the blog entry just before I know how the rest of my life will be affected. By a move to a new place with all the uncertainty that goes with it, or a continuation of steps in my familiar surroundings? Strangely enough, I feel calm, and I donât have a preference anymore. I am okay with both solutions. The last few days, although stressful with waiting to hear news about the house, I also enjoy my neighborhood tremendously. I love this part of the Hague, and I...[Read Full Post] Thu, 20 Aug 2026 23:39:46 EDT https://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/1121539 https://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/1121539 I am planning my writing assignments just in case I am NOT moving house. Candidate nr. 5 is viewing the house. It's Saturday; I think I'll find out Monday if he/she has said YES or NO! Then it's either over and done, or there is still candidate nr. 6 to tackle. I am nr. 7! Anyway: In September, October, November, there is [Link To Item #2363543] . I am planning on the 30-Day Blogging Challenge; Prepping my new non-fiction book and actually writing...[Read Full Post] Sat, 15 Aug 2026 18:02:07 EDT https://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/1121243 https://www.Writing.Com/main/books/entry_id/1121243