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September '08 Comment Recognition
I'm honored to once again recognize my valued readers who have left comments at Writer's Notes. To all the special people who have graced this little corner of the blogosphere with your wit and wisdom during the month of September, 2008, "Thank you!" You help to make this blog better! Special thanks, also, to those who commented here for the first time last month! You, too, are truly appreciated!
Thanks, Everyone!
I'm truly grateful for all your thoughtful, wise, inspiring, informative, and incisive comments! Thanks so much for taking the time to read and share your thoughts, experiences, and support at Writer's Notes! I really enjoy reading your insights, viewpoints, and perspectives! They add so much richness to my own experience! Thanks so much for making September another great month through your valuable input!
September '08 Commenters
The following is a list (in no particular order) of all the wonderful people who have left comments at Writer's Notes during September, 2008:
Brad Shorr, at Word Sell, Inc.
Lillie Ammann, at A Writer's Words, An Editor's Eye
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Cheryl Wright, at Cheryl Wright Writes
Chris Champion, at Vyoos
Amy Derby, at Write From Home
Joanna Young, at Confident Writing
Sharon Hurley Hall, at Get Paid to Write Online
Laura Spencer, at Writing Thoughts
Wilson Pon, at TechnoStuffs
K-IntheHouse, at ShanKri-la
Melissa Donovan, at Writing Forward
Jean Wise, at Kindred Heart Writers
Karen Swim, at Words for Hire
James Chartrand, at Men With Pens
James Rickard, at Angling Fish
Dan C. Rinnert (aka, dcr) , at dcrBlogs
Jean Browman, at Cheerful Monk
Bobby Revell, at Revellian
Joel Ratner (aka, Zirdlander) , at Zirdland.com
Janet Collins, at The Social Critic
Katyzzz, at MS Paint Art
Anonymous commenters during September: 1
Comment left after midnight Australia time on 10/1, which was still 9/30 in the US:
Jarrah, at Back to the Eighties
I Truly Appreciate Your Comments!
Thank you so much, everyone, for making the Writer's Notes conversation so much richer during the past month by visiting and sharing your, insights, opinions, advice, and experiences with us! You add so much value to this blog, and for that, I thank you from the bottom of my heart!
Many, many thanks,
Jeanne
P.S. If you've commented at Writer's Notes during September, and I've somehow managed to overlook you, please be sure to let me know. I do my best to keep track, but every so often I do slip up. I appreciate every single commenter, and I definitely want to give each of you the recognition you deserve!
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September 21st 2008 01:26
The Lowdown Right from the Lizard's* Mouth!
Joel Ratner, Director of Zirdland.com, has graciously responded to several somewhat skeptical comments left on my recent post: "That First Line" Contest Offers $500 Prize for One Line! In his comment, Joel addresses a few issues raised by some Writer's Notes readers. I've decided to reproduce his fairly lengthy comment in this post to be certain that everyone who's read the earlier post and either entertained or expressed doubts about the Zirdland website and its writing contests will see his remarks and benefit from hearing the other side of the story.
The Inside Scoop from the Top Man at Zirdland
The following is what Joel had to say about his site:
Hi Jeanne -
Thanks for writing so many wonderful things about our web site. It's been a long development process. But we want to make sure we get this right. For too long, writers have been left in the dark wondering how to get published. Publishers are similarly in the dark about where the "truly" great works can be found. They rely on third-parties to evaluate and recommend. Seems to us (as writers) a tragic failed business model.
So, maybe we're crazy for trying to change things, but somebody needs to do something - the same old stuff keeps getting published - and I can tell you from what we've seen in both the first-line contest and the new novel competition, that there are some incredibly talented people with very meaningful works out there. Even more tragic are some of the tales of their querying experiences.
The Arc Angel is something we've worked on for 4 years now, and when deployed, we hope it can bridge the gap - helping writers structure their plots and characters for maximum reader satisfaction, and helping the publishers wade through their slush-piles in a more organized way. While it can't "read" like a human - or interpret the social significance of a work, it can accurately detect emotional development, dramatic ebb and flow and chart-out the arc structure for each character and for combinations of characters.
The actual user-interface you will eventually see on the site will be very intuitive, graphical, and integrated with a text editor so a writer can work in the desktop environment and have the Arc Angel analyze the edits on the fly.
Our writers focus groups have given us valuable feedback and even some of the die-hard skeptics remained well afterwards to get more hands-on with the Arc Angel - addicted, as we are.
The novel competition is our beta test - giving the Arc Angel and the processing engines a work-out with real submissions. While we've taken reasonable precautions to protect the entries, writers should always copyright their works. No rights are lost by entering - we only expect to test the system. Eventually, each entrant will receive the analysis output of their entry. And of course, one exceptional writer will also get $1,000.
No entry fee this time around. The first-line contest was an effort to raise money for our literacy partners (Firstbook and National Center for Family Literacy) while providing a fun opportunity for writers. We love competitions and feel it sparks creativity. I think Zirdland will always have some sort of contest running...at least we'll try.
Hope that helps. I'm excited to see so much discussion about our project and we'd welcome any suggestions or insights your readers may have.
Thanks again for great coverage of the adventure!
Joel Ratner, Director
Zirdland.com, LLC
Permission to Quote Graciously Granted
In response to my request for permission to turn his comment into a blog post, Joel later posted this friendly follow-up comment:
Hi Jeanne -
No problem at all in distributing my comments. Yes, I did see your later post. Again, thanks for sharing your thoughts and comments about Zirdland. I'm glad to get some opposing viewpoints from all the responses to your post - it helps us understand what areas we need to focus on as we develop this site.
It's been a lot of fun and we've received so many well-wishes.
Let me know if you or your readers have any additional questions, comments or concerns. I'll do my best to answer them.
Any Questions or Comments for Joel About His Site?
There you have it--right from the source. If you still have questions, concerns, thoughts, or opinions about Zirdland, its contests, or its Arc Angel Story Analysis Tool that you'd like to share, Joel would be more than happy to listen and respond to any issues you may have.
Thanks to All!
Thanks so much, Joel, for your willingness to entertain our comments, answer our questions, and assuage our concerns!
And thank-you, Writer's Notes readers for your thoughtful comments left in response to my earlier post! Thanks, too, for any feedback you may decide to give Joel in response to his gracious offer to clarify his site's plans, goals, philosophy, policies, and practices!
To your writing future!
Jeanne
* The Zirdland trademark/mascot is a bright green lizard, appropriately called a zird.
Did you enjoy this post? Have any questions for Joel about his site, his software, or his contests? Any suggestions for ways his site could better serve you as a writer? Any concerns that haven't been addressed either on the site or in his comments? Both he and I would love to hear your thoughts!
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September 18th 2008 19:09
Blogs, Forums, Free Polls, or Exciting Prizes, Anyone?
Are you looking for a free online blog community where you can share your thoughts, photos and videos, music files, podcasts, and more--without pressure, deadlines, or stress? Would a friendly and active forum where you can meet new people and discuss current news, events, or any other topic that strikes your fancy, or the opportunity to win expense-paid retreats to fabulous places excite your interest? Does unlimited free space for your postings sound like a great deal to you? You might even already have a blog of your own and would simply like to create free polls to post on it. If any of the above features sound good to you, you might want to check out a new community which is growing up at Thoughts.com--a community which focuses on Blogs, with a capital B!
Thoughts.com: A Great Place to Try Your Hand at Blogging
For those who have the creative urge, yet who've mainly focused on reading other people's blogs, possibly going so far as to comment occasionally, and have begun thinking about trying blogging out for themselves, yet up till now, have been a little shy about doing so, Thoughts.com can be a great place to start. The friendly, casual, easygoing atmosphere of this site can help make the sometimes-frightening prospect of becoming an official blogger a positive, enjoyable, even fun experience, helping you get your "Web feet" wet, with zero performance anxiety.
Something for Everyone
Whether you've always dreamed of blogging, but haven't yet had the nerve to try it, or are simply seeking a site where you can engage others in conversation--or pick up a nifty, free poll for your own website or blog--Thoughts.com could just be the site you've been looking for. Why not stop by and check it out? You may just like what you see.
Happy blogging!
Jeanne
Did you enjoy this post? Have anything to add? If you've never blogged before, would you be more inclined to try blogging on a more casual, low-profile website or an "official," high-profile site? Why? If you're an experienced blogger, do you often check out forums and other social media sites where you can connect with others of like mind? I'd love to hear your thoughts!
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September 11th 2008 21:08
Which Term Do You Use?
While I realize this isn't an issue of earth-shattering importance, the question was brought home to me this morning when MS-Word unceremoniously informed me (via the dreaded squiggly red underline) that the word "commenters" was incorrect. (For those of you who may not yet know it, this is the form I use exclusively [and without apology]--at least with reference to the people who comment on blogs.)
Allow me to add here that my personal preference for the word "commenters" over "commentators" is in no way intended as a criticism of those who choose the latter term. However, my mention of this issue is intended to present the reasons for my preference, as well as the reasons why MS-Word--and anyone else who believes the word "commenters" to be second-rate English--is just plain wrong.
Dictionary Definitions
My (print) dictionary tells me that "commenter" is indeed a legitimate term for one who comments, since it happens to be listed as an accepted form of the word "comment." It also defines a "commentator" as either "one who writes commentaries" or "one who discusses or analyzes news events." Personally, I've always tended to view the term "commentator" in this more specialized and official manner.
I am aware, of course, that, because the word "commentaries," used in the first definition, can simply mean "comments," it's also perfectly legitimate to use "commentators" to describe those who comment on blogs. But, my intention in writing this post never was to dispute that fact in the first place, but rather to demonstrate that "commenters" is an equally valid alternative.
Other dictionaries I've consulted (online), however, tend to reinforce my interpretation of the term "commentator" as an expert who writes and/or broadcasts analysis of the news, sports, weather, and the like, most of these websites making no mention of the simple, casual act of "commenting." But, apparently, as in most questions which involve the continuous evolution of the language, there's a great deal of room for interpretation on this issue. So, dear readers, I would contend that the choice is entirely ours.
Judge Not
Nevertheless, I've always been--and I suspect will always remain--partial to the term "commenter" when referring to those who offer feedback on our blog posts. I also suspect that I'll continue to reserve the term "commentator" for more specialized use. You, on the other hand, may choose to do otherwise, and that's certainly your prerogative. I promise not to judge you if you won't judge me.
What's Your Take?
Which term do you prefer and why? Does it bother you to read or hear the alternate term (when used to refer to those who comment on blogs)? If so, why do you think that is? Does one or the other term seem less appropriate or somehow less grammatically correct? I'd sure love to hear your take on the topic!
Question for Those With More Recent Versions of Word
If you have a version of MS-Word that's more recent than 2003, does Spell-Check indicate that the word "commenters" is incorrect? I'm quite curious whether Word has caught up with the times and corrected this anomaly.
For the love of Words!
Jeanne
Did you enjoy this post? Have anything to add? What are your own personal thoughts on the "commenters/commentators" issue? Do you care? Do you view it simply as another interesting rhetorical question, or is it a pet peeve of yours? I'd love to hear your thoughts!
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August '08 Comment Recognition
I'm honored to once again recognize my valued readers who have left comments at Writer's Notes. To all the special people who have graced this little corner of the blogosphere with your wit and wisdom during the month of August, 2008, "Thank you!" You help to make this blog what it is! A special thanks, too, to those of you who commented here for the first time last month! You, too, are greatly appreciated!
Thanks So Much, Everyone!
I appreciate all your thoughtful, wise, inspiring, informative, and incisive comments! Thanks so much for taking the time to read and share your thoughts, opinions, ideas, experiences, and support at Writer's Notes! I truly enjoy reading your insights, viewpoints, and perspectives! Thanks for making August another special month through your valuable input!
August '08 Commenters
The following is a list (in no particular order) of all the fantastic folks who have left comments at Writer's Notes during August, 2008:
Brad Shorr, at Word Sell, Inc.
Lillie Ammann, at A Writer's Words, An Editor's Eye
Raven, at Alaska Chronicle
Cheryl Wright, at Cheryl Wright Writes
Wilson Pon, at Techno Stuffs
Chris Champion, at Vyoos
Shamelle, at The Enhance Life
Joanne Fedler, at Secret Writers Business
AmyHuang, at Travel String
Ash, at Australian Traveller
Lilla, at Enviro Warrior
Workflow, at Gedys IntraWare
Ravens’ wraith
Robyn McMaster, at Brain Based Biz
Meggie, at TV Chit Chat
D. Armenta, at The Florida Keys and Everglades
Brenton, at Downwrite
Joanna Young, at Confident Writing
Karen Swim, at Words for Hire
Graphic Design Blog, at StuffHeaven
AnonymousC (Cheryl)
高須クリニック (Translation: Clinic)
I Truly Appreciate Your Comments!
Thank you so much, everyone, for making the Writer's Notes conversation so much richer during the past month by visiting and sharing your thoughts, insights, opinions, advice, and personal experiences with us! You add so much value to this blog, and for that, I thank you from the bottom of my heart!
Many, many thanks,
Jeanne
P.S. If you've commented at Writer's Notes during August, and I've somehow managed to overlook you, please be sure to let me know. I appreciate every single commenter, and I want to give each of you the recognition you deserve!
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July '08 Comment Recognition
Once again it's time to recognize my valued readers who have left comments at Writer's Notes during the month of July, 2008. My apologies that my July posts were so sparse. Life has been especially hectic again this past month! And consequently, because I wrote so few posts, my list of July commenters will be correspondingly short. (Special thanks to this loyal group of die-hard Writer's Notes fans who decided to stick with me anyway! Thanks, too, to those of you who commented here for the first time last month! You, too, are greatly appreciated!)
Thanks So Much!
I appreciate all your thoughtful comments! Thanks so much for taking the time to read and share your thoughts, opinions, ideas, experiences, and support at Writer's Notes! I truly enjoy reading your insights, experiences, and viewpoints! Thanks for making July another special month through your valuable input!
July '08 Commenters
The following is a list (in no particular order) of all the fantastic folks who have left comments at Writer's Notes during July, 2008:
Brad Shorr, at Word Sell, Inc.
Lillie Ammann, at A Writer's Words, An Editor's Eye
Raven, at Alaska Chronicle
Cindy Nichols, at Kaleidoscope
Dan (dcr), at dcrBlogs
Cheryl Wright, at Cheryl Wright Writes
Dianna G., at I Wish This Was 42
Wild Bill, at Passionate Blogger
Lindsay, at Writing for Your Wealth
Wilson Pon, at Techno Stuffs
Chris Champion, at Vyoos
And Two Honorable Mentions
I'd like to also add two of my favorite blogging buddies to this month's comment recognition list, though neither was able to comment during July, for the reasons mentioned below.
Due to technical difficulties which were entirely beyond her control, Krissy Knox has been unable to comment at Orble lately but has contacted me more than once via MyBlogLog messages:
Krissy Knox, at Sometimes I Think
While Michele Tune's life has been extremely hectic during the past month and therefore she hasn't found the time to comment, she has communicated with me via e-mail and has also given one of my posts a Stumble:
Michele Tune, at Writing the Cyber Highway
Thanks, ladies!
I Really Appreciate Your Comments!
Thanks again, everyone, for making the Writer's Notes conversation so much richer this past month by visiting and sharing your thoughts, insights, opinions, advice, and personal experiences with us! You're the best!
Many, many thanks,
Jeanne
P.S. If you've commented at Writer's Notes during July, and I've somehow managed to overlook you, please let me know. I appreciate every commenter, and I want each of you to get the recognition you deserve!
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June '08 Comment Recognition
Once again it's time to recognize my valued readers who have left comments at Writer's Notes during the month of June, 2008. (My apologies that this edition of my monthly comment recognition post is so late. Life has been especially hectic again this month!)
Thanks So Much!
I appreciate all your thoughtful comments! Thanks so much for taking the time to read and share your thoughts, opinions, ideas, experiences, and support at Writer's Notes! I truly enjoy reading your insights, experiences, and viewpoints! Thanks for making June another special month through your input! It's been fun!
June '08 Commenters
The following is a list (in no particular order) of all the fantastic folks who have left comments at Writer's Notes during June, 2008:
AmyHuang, at Travel String
Brad Shorr, at Word Sell, Inc.
Lillie Ammann, at A Writer's Words, An Editor's Eye
Raven, at Alaska Chronicle
Krissy Knox, at Sometimes I Think
Cindy Nichols, at Kaleidoscope
Renae Brumbaugh, at Morning Coffee
Dan (dcr), at dcrBlogs
Michele Tune, at Writing the Cyber Highway
Cheryl Wright, at Cheryl Wright Writes
Mike Goad, at Exit 78
Bobby Revell, at Revellian Dot Com
Morgan, at Red Raven Circling
Amy Derby, at Write From Home
TravelinOma, at TravelinOma's Library
Dianna G., at I Wish This Was 42
I Really Appreciate Your Comments!
Thanks, again for making the Writer's Notes conversation so much richer this month by visiting and sharing your thoughts, insights, techniques, advice, and personal experiences with us!
Many thanks,
Jeanne
* Haven't managed to write my last several comment appreciation posts on the first of the month, as I like to do. In fact, this month, I'm even later than I was last month--which was already later than usual! But, though I'm again late posting my thanks, please know that I appreciate your comments--and you--every bit as much as I do when I post my appreciation on time!
P.S. If you've commented at Writer's Notes during June, and I've somehow managed to overlook you, please let me know. I appreciate every commenter, and I want each of you to get the recognition you deserve!
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May '08 Comment Recognition
Once again it's time to recognize my valued readers who have left comments at Writer's Notes during the month of May, 2008. (My apologies that this edition of my monthly comment recognition post is so late. Life has been especially hectic lately!)
Thanks So Much!
I appreciate all your thoughtful comments! Thanks so much for taking the time to read and share your thoughts, opinions, ideas, experiences, and support at Writer's Notes! I truly enjoy reading your insights, experiences, and viewpoints! Thanks for making May another special month through your input! It's been fun!
May '08 Commenters
The following is a list (in no particular order) of all the fantastic folks who have left comments at Writer's Notes during May, 2008:
AmyHuang, at Travel String
Brad Shorr, at Word Sell, Inc.
Lillie Ammann, at A Writer's Words, An Editor's Eye
Joanna Young, at Confident Writing
Raven, at Alaska Chronicle
Krissy Knox, at Sometimes I Think
Robyn McMaster, at Brain-Based Biz
Cindy Nichols, at Kaleidoscope
Yvonne Russell, at Grow Your Writing Business
Lynn Smythe, at Freelance Online Work
Renae Brumbaugh, at Morning Coffee
Whitney, at Gaming Life
Mark Antony, at Hotel Mark
Dan (dcr), at dcrBlogs
Mother Earth, at Best of Mother Earth ~ Creating Healthier Lives
Michele Tune, at Writing the Cyber Highway
Diane, at The Mommy Diaries
Amanda, at The Mom Crowd
Cheryl Wright, at Cheryl Wright Writes
I Really Appreciate Your Comments!
Thanks, again for making the Writer's Notes conversation so much richer this month by visiting and sharing your thoughts, insights, techniques, and personal experiences with us!
Many thanks,
Jeanne
* Haven't managed to write my last several comment appreciation posts on the first of the month, as I like to, due to my incredibly busy schedule. In fact, this month, I'm even later than usual! But, though I may be late posting my thanks, you may be certain that I still appreciate your comments--and you--every bit as much!
P.S. If you've commented at Writer's Notes during May, and I've somehow managed to overlook you, please let me know. I appreciate every commenter, and I want each of you to get the recognition you deserve!
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April '08 Comment Recognition
Once again it's time to recognize my valued readers who have left comments at Writer's Notes during the month of April, 2008. (It's so hard to believe that May is here already!)
Thanks So Much!
I appreciate every one of your thoughtful comments! Thanks so much for taking the time to read and share your thoughts, opinions, ideas, experiences, and support at Writer's Notes! I truly enjoy reading your insights, experiences, and viewpoints! Thanks for making April another special month through your input! It's been a blast!
April '08 Commenters
The following is a list (in no particular order) of all the fantastic folks who have left comments at Writer's Notes during April, 2008:
AmyHuang, at Travel String
Brad Shorr, at Word Sell, Inc.
Lillie Ammann, at A Writer's Words, An Editor's Eye
Joanna Young, at Confident Writing
Laura Spencer, at Writing Thoughts
Raven, at Alaska Chronicle
Krissy Knox, at Sometimes I Think
Robyn McMaster, at Brain-Based Biz
John Hewitt, at Writer's Resource Center
Cindy Nichols, at Kaleidoscope
Yvonne Russell, at Grow Your Writing Business
James Rickard, at Angling Fish
Dances with Words
Lynn Smythe, at Freelance Online Work
Renae Brumbaugh, at Morning Coffee
Jill Browne, at Skip On Over
Scott, at Enterprising Energy
Joanne Fedler, at Secret Writers Business
Cheryl J. at Rhythmatism
Sharon Hurley Hall, at Get Paid to Write Online
I Really Appreciate Your Comments!
Thanks, again for making the Writer's Notes conversation so much richer this month by visiting and sharing your thoughts, insights, and personal experiences with us!
Many thanks,
Jeanne
* Haven't managed to write my last few comment appreciation posts on the first of the month, as I like to, due to my incredibly busy schedule lately. But, though I may be a day late posting my thanks, you can rest assured--I still appreciate you every bit as much!
P.S. If you've commented at Writer's Notes during April, and I've somehow managed to overlook you, please let me know. I appreciate every commenter, and I want each of you to get the recognition you deserve!
Did you enjoy this post? Have anything to add...any insights to share? I'd love to hear your thoughts! After all, comments are what this post is all about!
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A Wonderful ProBlogger Idea!
I've just learned from Sharon Hurley Hall, at Get Paid to Write Online, in her post, Appreciating Blogging Writers, that ProBlogger Darren Rowse has proclaimed April 14th, 2008 Blogger Appreciation Day. Read about it in his post, Today is Blogger Appreciation Day [UNOFFICIAL]. Apparently, Darren received three e-mails earlier today thanking him for all he's done for bloggers, and that prompted him to make this pronouncement. What a nice thought!
Darren's Suggestions
Darren recommends that we e-mail bloggers who have inspired, taught, or helped us in other ways and thank them--or better still that we thank them publicly on our blogs. And though April 14th is nearly at an end in Australia (and may even be over already in other parts of the world), it's the thought that counts, and I'd like to thank the following bloggers who have had a profound effect on me and my blogging during my past 15-plus months of blogging:
Joanna Young, at Confident Writing
AmyHuang, at Travel String
Michele Tune, at Writing the Cyber Highway
Raven, at Alaska Chronicle
Sharon Hurley Hall, at Get Paid to Write Online
James Rickard, at Angling Fish
Laura Spencer, at Writing Thoughts
Brad Shorr, at WordSell, Inc.
Liz Strauss, at Successful Blog
Krissy Knox, at Sometimes I Think
Dan, at dcr Blogs
Melissa Garrett, at Lis Garrett ~ Silver-Tongued Writer
Robert Hruzek, at Middle Zone Musings
K-IntheHouse, at ShanKri-la
Tracy, at Movies and Life
Cindy Nichols, at Kaleidoscope
Yvonne Russell, at Grow Your Writing Business
Lillie Ammann, at A Writer's Words, An Editor's Eye
Danielle, The Bipolar Diaries
Robyn, at Brain-Based Biz
Lynn Smythe, at Freelance Online Work
John Hewitt, at Writer's Resource Center
And last, but certainly not least,
Darren Rowse, at ProBlogger
Many thanks, everyone, for all you've done!
Sincerely,
Jeanne
Did you enjoy this post? Even if Blogger Appreciation Day is over, it's never too late to thank a blogger for doing something nice! Who would you like to thank and how?
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March '08 Comment Recognition
It's time*, once again, to recognize my loyal readers who have left comments at Writer's Notes during the month of March, 2008.
You Contribute So Much!
I appreciate each and every one of you--not to mention your comments! Thanks so much for taking the time to read and share your thoughts, opinions, ideas, and experiences here at Writer's Notes! I truly enjoy hearing what you have to say and reading your insights, experiences, and viewpoints! Thanks for making March such a special month through your input! I've so enjoyed it!
March '08 Commenters
The following is a list (in no particular order) of all the wonderful people who have left comments at Writer's Notes during March, 2008:
AmyHuang, at Travel String
Tracy, at Movies and Life
Brad Shorr, at Word Sell, Inc.
Lillie Ammann, at A Writer's Words, An Editor's Eye
Joanna Young, at Confident Writing
Laura Spencer, at Writing Thoughts
Robert Hruzek, at Middle Zone Musings
Lilla, at Enviro Warrior
Sonya 1, at Freelance Tips
Always Eighteen
Raven, at Alaska Chronicle
Krissy Knox, at Sometimes I Think
Dan, at dcr Blogs
Lis Garrett, at Lis Garrett ~ Silver-Tongued Writer
Howard, at Real Crash
Damo, at My Apologetics
Robyn, at Brain-Based Biz
Wayne F, at Bucket Movies
Shan Jayaweera, at Watching You Tube
John Hewitt, at Writer's Resource Center
Jackie Cameron
Jarrah, at Back to the Eighties
The Daily Sonnet, at Lots of Sonnets
Ellen Weber, at Brain Based Business
Mike Crowl, at Webitz
Patricia, at Travel Stripe
Cheryl Wright, at Cheryl Wright Writes
Lady Henrietta Muddling
Thanks So Much for Your Comments!
Thanks, again for making the Writer's Notes conversation so much richer by visiting and sharing your thoughts, insights, and personal experiences in response to my posts!
With many thanks,
Jeanne
* I usually write these comment appreciation posts on the first of the month, and it was indeed still the first of April in my time zone when this post was written! Unfortunately, I didn't quite manage to beat the clock in the GMT zone (Orble's time zone), which is seven hours ahead of PDT. (Came really close, though, clocking in at one minute past midnight GMT on April 2nd, which was 5:01 pm PDT, April 1st.)
P.S. If you've commented at Writer's Notes during March, and I've somehow overlooked you, please let me know. I appreciate every commenter, and I want each of you to get the recognition you deserve!
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Right, Wrong, and Law
The person who is devoted to doing good, to loving God, and loving people tends to do what’s right naturally. He doesn’t need to be told what to do. He doesn’t need to have the rules and regulations spelled out and placed before him repeatedly. And while he is by no means perfect, and even fails at times, he knows what’s right, and his goal is to do it.
He may occasionally need a little encouragement, a touch of inspiration, or a little reminder now and then—after all, none of us is perfect, yet—but by and large, his actions square with his personal ideals, which tend to mesh with society’s general consensus of good versus evil and of legal versus illegal.
Writing and Its Laws
In a similar sense, the writer who loves words, thoughts, and noble ideas, and is willing to surrender to her creativity and inspiration also tends to almost miraculously fulfill the “laws” of good writing. And while writing is, to a large extent, an intellectual exercise, there’s a sense in which the ability to write in this almost “exalted” manner is a matter of the heart and not the head.
In Writing, as in Law, Heart Can Neither Be Legislated Nor Taught
In the same sense that goodness cannot be legislated, inspiration and creativity cannot be taught. One can study and practice the principles of good writing all he desires; but if he lacks the spark of creativity… insp
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