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I just noticed that an anonymous person has given me a six-month Premium Membership. Thank you so much for this wonderful gift. It is very much appreciated. I hope the best for you in the upcoming years ahead.

Anna Marie Carlson
Preferred Author
I wasn't able to get my cataract surgery because I can't afford the out-of-pocket expenses. It's kind of hard to see sometimes, things get blurry for me. I want to apologize for not answering my reviews lately. I want everyone to know that I am still reading them. It's so nice to see them going up with their reviews of me.

I am working on getting enough points to at least get a three-month Premium Membership. I currently have 473,980 Gift Points. If anyone would like to contribute to my Membership, that would be great. I've tried to get a Premium Membership when I renewed last time. I just couldn't get there. It takes 849,000 Gift Points for a three month Membership. I hope that everyone is having a nice day.
I have been busy lately; a lot has been going on. I am working on the NaNoWriMo Writing Competition that I entered last year, "Metallic Alloys & Bombastic Implications." Even though NaNoWriMo has been cancelled, I still want to complete the 50,000 words to complete a novel. I have exciting news to share when I'm able to do so. My thoughts are always with you. I am going to have cataract surgery in January 2026. I have been struggling with my eyesight. I miss writing, but right now, things are a bit fuzzy and blurry. I haven't forgotten you. I am working on completing the remaining gift points I need to reach the end of August. I have a ways to go, but I am working on it. I love you and want to wish you well in your writing endeavors. Anna Marie Carlson - Preferred Writer
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My mother was amazed when she had the surgery. Made a big difference in her life.

Official NaNoWriMo is dead; but, it lives on here and elsewhere. The concept is still valid.
 Skyrocket and Daisy Open in new Window. (E)
Newbies and Poetry Group 43 Contest
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is my revised poem.
I revised my poem "Skyrocket and DaisyOpen in new Window.. This makes it 56 out 100 of the first revisions that I've completed. When you have time, read it over again. It should be an improvement.
I am going to start adding to my piece "Metallic Alloys and Bombastic Implications" that I was doing for the NaNoWriMo Contest last year. I heard that NaNoWriMo has been cancelled. If this is true, I am sorry to hear that. What happened? I will be getting back into writing some reviews pretty soon. I have been working on some things that have kept me busy, plus, my eyesight isn't the best. I will be having cataract surgery in January of 2026. I will appreciate all your prayers regarding this. I am a bit nervous about it, but the people that have it done, tell me that there isn't much to it.
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My mother was amazed! Increased the quality of her life.
NaNoWriMo fell on its own sword. They had a few controversies and management was questioned, and made some decisions people felt went against what it was designed for, plus alienating a chunk of the user groups. In that vein, places like WdC and a heap of Discord servers and a few other groups have taken the mantle on.
I have update my poem
 "Burn" by Ellie Goulding Open in new Window. (E)
48-Hour Challenge Media Prompt
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"Burn" by Ellie Goulding. This makes my 55th item that I have revised out of the first 100. If you have the time, give it a second read.
I have revised an earlier piece emtitled, "Embattled by Controversy"
 Embattled by Controversy Open in new Window. (E)
I thought that this would be good for someone who ever felt this way.
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. This will make #54 that I've revised so far. I invite you to give it another read. It is a very powerful piece. I hope that you enjoy it.
I have revised my story, "Skyscraper"
 Skyscraper by Demi Lovato Open in new Window. (E)
48-Hour Challenge
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. I invite you to read it over. Let me know how you like it.
I want to renew my Premium Membership. It is due tomorrow, I believe. I want to continue writing but I am going to be needing some help. I have a total number of 1,138,415. I am going to try to up my score a bit. If anyone can donate some points for me, I would be very happy.
I updated my poem "Moonlight Sparkles". If you have the time, read it again and let me know what you think.
 Moonlight Sparkles Open in new Window. (E)
I was looking for lyrics to a song that has a rhythm to it.
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I messed up. I completed a poem for the Writer's Cramp Contest, but I couldn't figure out how to take care of something before the countdown expired. Oh well, it's still there to read for your enjoyment.
I had a tooth extracted last Monday. The dentist found that it had an abscess. My tongue keeps rubbing on something sharp. It has been very uncomfortable. Keep me in your prayers.
I commented on a review that was given to me on a piece I wrote entitled " A Time For Giving Thanks." There were several writers' who gave comments also.. I am happy when I can make others enjoy what I have written. It isthe greatest feeling when someone can understand what I wrote.

I hope you have miracles of healing, friendships, understanding, good thoughts, good memories, and happiness that will last you throughout the remainder of your life.


Anna Marie Carlson
Preferred Author

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"Being understood" is a great feeling. I'm not exactly "conventional" so at times my work doesn't find an audience here. That said, there are those who have supported me over they years (whether they are my audience or not) and I am blessed when they comment.
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