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Ten Things of Thankful – May 28 2021

May 28, 2021 Lisa Tomey-Zonneveld

TGIF and time to reflect on those who aren’t here to say TGIF… As we embark on Memorial Day Weekend it’s time to think about being thankful for those who gave their all. There is always a debate about remembering those who give all now but are living and those who lost their lives because of giving all for their country. I am going to focus on being mindful of this as I do this post, so let’s just see how it goes.

Technology which helps save lives.
Toes in the sand and mindfulness that boots have also walk these sands.
Time does not stop and when it does there is a soul.
Taxes to pay so that others can be of service.
The taste of things that might not be possible with different circumstances.
Tanks that are full.
Talking freely because of the fight for the right.
Thanksgiving is no longer about injustice.
Last, but not least – those who gave all.
YOU – let’s hear your thankfuls. Edgar wants to hear them, too.

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The Value of Keeping a Journal – Interview with David Martin of Fine Lines Literary Journal

May 27, 2021 Lisa Tomey-Zonneveld

I had the most delightful time interviewing David Martin. And ICYMI there is a Virtual Summer Camp for Creative Writers coming up in June. You might want to check it out. Information on FinesLines.org

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Sunday’s Six Sentence Story Word Prompt!

May 23, 2021 Lisa Tomey-Zonneveld

A nice, Strong Prompt!

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Welcome to GirlieOnTheEdge and Sunday’s prompt word reveal for Six Sentence Stories!
In Sunday’s word prompt post of May 2nd, I entertained suggestions for future word prompts. To our delight, 3 writers: Susan, Chris and Paula, provided 3 excellent words. This week’s word is the 3rd and final suggestion, courtesy of Paula. Taking a cue from the word (no pun intended, lol), let’s consider the concept of “letting go.” Sometimes it’s in our best interest. As writers, this is easier said than done. Yet, the “experts” have shown us when all the words are written, when the story appears complete, it very well may not be. Until we go back and read it yet again. “Oh, that’s just the edit phase“. True statement. Yet, how often returning to a draft do we realize that perhaps a character isn’t needed? Maybe we thought we knew the story but…

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Sisters Forever

May 21, 2021 Lisa Tomey-Zonneveld

Sisters Forever

I am better at being a superhero because I have superhero powers.

Oh yeah, well I have superhero secret powers that you don’t know about.

Oh yeah, well my powers are better than your powers.

And the rivalry plays on until another kid comes to the yard.

Hey, I have more powers than both of you, so ha!

Arms around each other’s shoulders, we are sisters!

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There you have it! That’s my Six Sentence Story Poem in response to the prompt: Rivalry

Want to share yours and read all the others? Go to Girlie on the Edge and check it out.

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Ten Things of Thankful – May 21 2021

May 21, 2021 Lisa Tomey-Zonneveld

Good Morning! Happy TTOT! Let’s hop to it!

I am going to get to go to the Creative Writing Summer Camp. Perhaps you would like to go, too.

2. Tax season is over.

3. Kay Doiron, my cover artist and great niece finished the book cover art for my next personal book of poetry. This was just in time for the upcoming birth of her baby, to be determined by God’s own plan. I am so thankful when Kay does the art work. She always “gets” what I am looking for.

4. We had a nice turnout for the Book Launch party. I did not record it, but we had a great time.

That’s the book:

5. It’s been a different kind of week in that I am doing more art than usual. That is always a positive.

6. Daughter is going to PT and comes home sore, so it must be doing some good.

7. Did you know that when you ask for a blessing, you open a window and it may take a whole door to take in all the goodness. Yeah…I have to remember that. And I am grateful to have to open my door.

8. I had a first meeting with an awesome coach and now I have an idea to develop. It’s like it’s always been there and I have done some things about it, but I am gaining clarity. I started by writing something and submitting it and it was accepted. I have another writing project to work on along the same lines. #7 is the result of seek and you will find.

9. The pool is supposed to open next week and the temps are going up, so maybe, just maybe MarPril is moving on and allowing PrilAyUne to come along.

10. Welcome to the path where you can lead the way. You are never alone when you share with others. What are you thankful for? The kitty wants to know.