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Archive for November 2006

November 30th, 2006

Advent Calendar Journal Prompts

Heather Blakey’s Advent Calendar 2006 begins tomorrow. Click on this link to get all the info you need to begin this journal writing adventure. Follow the instructions there and await day one. Please let me know if you decide to join in this journal writing adventure. Leave a comment or a blog link in the […]

By Heather Goldsmith -- 0 comments

November 29th, 2006

Cringe Factor

I stumbled on this news story about the live show and new book, Mortified: Real Words. Real People. Real Pathetic. I know you’re going to love the idea.
Read more at the website Mortified.com, but if you want to share those moments that made you cringe from your old diaries and journals, or just read […]

By Heather Goldsmith -- 2 comments

November 28th, 2006

Inspirational Moments

Elizabeth Bezant of Inspirational Moments wants your personal essays. There are currently four books to fill with personal stories. Be sure to read Writing a Moments Story, Submission Guidelines and Tips on Stronger Writing. Even if you never send your essays in, the four themes make excellent journal writing prompts.
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November 27th, 2006

Prince Diary Battle Continues

I first mentioned the legal battle Prince Charles is in over a number of his personal journals here. The issue will be dealt with in the Court of Appeal. I read that news here today. So, it looks like the ordeal is far from over. Eight of his diaries were handed over to Mail on […]

By Heather Goldsmith -- 1 comment

November 25th, 2006

Gruesome Monster Diaries

While out shopping with my daughter today we came across the book The Monster Diaries with stunning illustrations by Poly Bernatene. Even though the pictures are somewhat gruesome and the topic bizarre, the illustrations are intriguing in their details and use of line and colour. The diary entries are also quite humorous. A very different […]

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November 24th, 2006

Freaky Friday #34

Today is Freaky Friday. If you need to know more about this journal writing challenge please read the First Freaky Friday entry.
Today think about your favourite fairy tale. If you can’t think of one there’s a fine list here with links to more fairy tales than you knew existed. Once you’ve chosen one write […]

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November 23rd, 2006

Password Protection on Paper Journal

I’ve seen password protection on journals that are like small word processors, but not on a paper journal. I came across this one last night, which is clearly aimed at teens, but is gorgeous enough for nearly any girl to enjoy. I’m sure there are others available, but they’re very difficult to locate. I’ve done […]

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November 22nd, 2006

Holiday Journal Writing Courses

Susan Letham is offering terrific savings on all her online writing classes right now. Check out the list of great courses. Scroll down for the specific journal writing and advanced journal writing classes. Even some of those under Easy Write Classes would be great for journal writing. Get in now and add some interest to […]

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November 21st, 2006

Work Place Journal

I’ve never really thought about it before, but I stumbled on this article tonight about keeping a Working Journal. I liked the article for some of the things they had to say about keeping a journal in general.
“Thinking slowly about the events of the day is like visiting a familiar place on foot, instead of […]

By Heather Goldsmith -- 0 comments

November 20th, 2006

Prompts Everywhere You Look

I was thrilled today when I arrived home to a parcel in the mail. What could it be? Turns out I’d won a book by our very own Tammy Powley, who blogs about Jewelry & Beading for B5media.com, too. The book? Making Designer Seed Bead, Stone, and Crystal Jewelry.
I won the book by responding […]

By Heather Goldsmith -- 3 comments

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