Welcome to the September 27, 2010 edition of Lovely Words. Dear Writers, we would like to thank you so very much for your submissions. We apologize that we do not have room for them all. We must also remind writers, we are a small niche blog dedicated to writing and the writing lifestyle. We are not political or angry. We have no interest in cults except convincing every one of the cathartic benefits of writing (join us). Although all submissions are appreciated, only those that fall within our niche marked will be published. Thank you all for joining us for this edition of Lovely Words, please enjoy.
Poetry
Scott Killen presents
Prodigal posted at
Killentime, saying, “A poem of repentance by Scott Killen.”
Byteful Travel presents
You were Always Truly Safe poem posted at
Byteful Travel, saying, “While still in travelling mode, I was struck by an inspiration and wrote this short poem about what the phrase”truly safe” truly means.”
Lovely Words
Writing
Books
Zen
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By C. J. Stegall-Evans
I recently perused some fine art on the internet; needless to say it was lovely; as I study all the lines and intricate details for just a few minutes wish I had that talent. Then I remember to be grateful for the ability to paint pictures with my words.
Because
Because my words can paint pictures I can see, touch, taste and smell.
Because my words can paint pictures I can ring or un-ring any bell.
Because my words can pint pictures the world belongs to me and me alone.
Because my words can paint pictures I’m a sailor without a clear home.
Because my words can paint pictures I am sometimes lost at sea.
Because my words can paint pictures all roads lead to me.
Because my words can paint pictures sometimes the paint fades and becomes a dull gray.
Because my words can paint pictures they lure me to come out to play.
Because my words can paint pictures I have unlimited sight.
Because my words can paint pictures there is no wrong or right.
Because my words can paint pictures art is words and words are songs.
Because my words can paint pictures I can create a world where I belong.
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Welcome to the September 13, 2010 edition of Lovely Words. Dear Readers, thank you so very much for making Writing as a Sacred Art and Lovely Words a part of your reading schedule. WAASA has reached its one year milestone and is growing by more than a thousand new readers a month. Thank you so very much for spreading the word; we feel like the little engine that could, slowly making its way up the hill. Once again thank you so very much for making this journey so enlightening now it’s time for you to light your fireplace, sit back, relax and enjoy this very cozy edition of Lovely Words. (BTW, please excuse our dust a document design transition is in progress.)
Inspiration
Poetry
Who Inspires you.
Writing Resource
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By C. J. Stegall-Evans
I am always grateful for the Labor Day weekend because it seems like the other side of August. This past August represents mild chaos; I did little harm but I must admit I owe at least one apology. I am able to let go of the harm that was done to me, and chalk it up to August madness. To ensure I avoided August madness and always reacted with kindness in the classroom I posted one of my favorite prayers:
Fathers Mychal’s Prayer
Lord, take me where
you want me to go;
Let me meet who
you want me to meet;
Tell me what
you want me to say, and
Keep me out of your way.
—Fr. Mychal Judge, O.F.M.
Chaplain, New York Fire Department
Copyright ©2001 Holy Name Province
Permission to reprint requested
This prayer is certainly a life saver for me in that it reminds me to set my ego aside and pay attention to what is really important. I pray that we all have a blessed and peace fall season.
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