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Wednesday, February 29, 2012
A Month of Letters 2012:
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#A Month of Letters,
Leap Day
Tuesday, February 28, 2012
The Secret: See and Tell
I read a book that I found quite fascinating. A stranger went into a
small town and told the people that he was writing a book and would like to interview everyone. He would only ask one question.
The question he asked was for the person to tell the author something they had never told anyone before. It was to be a secret.
Can you believe that the people in the community had no trouble telling a stranger who would publish... their biggest secret?
When someone suspects or knows about a secret, possibly sexual abuse happening in a family and they can't seem to say anything to the family (mother) until years later, then for Pete's sake tell it to a stranger or someone else who will help. If it went unsaid, if it was swept under the carpet, if heads turned the other way, then more harm was done. Call the authorities, go to counseling, get help.
NO SECRETS ALLOWED!
small town and told the people that he was writing a book and would like to interview everyone. He would only ask one question.
The question he asked was for the person to tell the author something they had never told anyone before. It was to be a secret.
Can you believe that the people in the community had no trouble telling a stranger who would publish... their biggest secret?
When someone suspects or knows about a secret, possibly sexual abuse happening in a family and they can't seem to say anything to the family (mother) until years later, then for Pete's sake tell it to a stranger or someone else who will help. If it went unsaid, if it was swept under the carpet, if heads turned the other way, then more harm was done. Call the authorities, go to counseling, get help.
NO SECRETS ALLOWED!
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No secrets
Monday, February 27, 2012
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament:
Sunday, February 26, 2012
Visual Writing Prompt:
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Dancing with the stars,
Visual writing prompt
Saturday, February 25, 2012
Gratitude: Life is Good
Capitola, California
"We thank thee God for food we eat,
for family and friends we meet,
Today was my kind of "paradise" day...
I started the morning with a special church group (read and prayed)
And the weather, a perfect 75-80 degrees and all sunshine.
Had a deep tissue 90 minute massage and felt nearly comatose -:0)
Picked sweet small Meyer lemons from a huge tree.
Spent one hour in meditation in front of the Blessed Sacrament.
Took a friend with me to a tasty Fish Fry with fabulous calamari
Sat in the front row of a great concert of all male singers at St. Joes.
Visited a woman who downloaded my book on her kindle last night.
Talked to both of my children and finished off with a grande latte.
"We thank thee God for food we eat,
for family and friends we meet,
for books we read and songs we sing,
we thank thee God for everything."
we thank thee God for everything."
Amen.
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#Capitola,
#gratitude,
California
Friday, February 24, 2012
Declutter and Renewal:
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#declutter and renewal,
#FLOORS,
ETC,
thank you notes
Thursday, February 23, 2012
Make Your Plan:
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#Lent,
#prayer,
almsgiving,
Fasting
Wednesday, February 22, 2012
Ash Wednesday: The Sign of the Cross
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#Lent,
Ash Wednesday,
Give up or take on
Tuesday, February 21, 2012
You Are Appreciated:
We see the world through our own filters.
An artist notices the details in colors and shadows,
A storyteller finds characters and plot lines,
A writer can creates a scene from his surroundings
A singer will hear the tune in the gentle winds.
If you do not feel appreciated then tell someone.
I must have mentioned this to my sister who sent me this bookmark.
It's nice to see this message and know that,
This is my truth, and how else do I know? I have a dog!
Show/tell someone today that you appreciate them.
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appreciation
Monday, February 20, 2012
President's Day:
Do you have a flag? Do you fly your flag? What does it mean to you? This picture is a 10 minute writing prompt. Starting...now. Have a nice holiday. |
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writing prompt. President's Day.
Sunday, February 19, 2012
A Month of Letters: In Honor of My Friend
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#A Month of Letters,
Memorials,
thank you notes
Saturday, February 18, 2012
Foreword Excerpt:
"Parents, teenager, teachers, clergy, counselors and people in Law Enforcement would surely benefit from reading this book. Conversational in style, Under My Roof gets under the skin as well as startling and moving the heart. I found Emalou's story gripping and the book difficult to put down. I hope and pray Under My Roof has a wide readership."
- Fr.Patrick Dooling
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Book foreword: Fr. Patrick Dooling
Friday, February 17, 2012
Smile: It's contagious
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smiles.
Thursday, February 16, 2012
Fruits of the Holy Spirit:
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Fruits of the Holy Spirit
Wednesday, February 15, 2012
Book Club Guide for Discussion:
Conversation guide to facilitate a book club discussion:
UNDER MY ROOF ~
A MOTHER’S STORY OF THE HEINOUS CRIME OF INCEST
by Emalou King, RN,BSN,PHN
by Emalou King, RN,BSN,PHN
1. This story took place in the 1960’s, 70’s and 80’s. How have things changed?
2. What part of this book was the most meaningful to you?
What part of this book was the most disturbing?
3. This mother;
(1) believed her wedding vows...“til death do us part."
(2) Emma joined Al-anon
(3) asked Ray to stop drinking,
(4) made sure the family went to see a counselor(out of state).
Knowing what you know now what’s the first thing you would do?
(1) believed her wedding vows...“til death do us part."
(2) Emma joined Al-anon
(3) asked Ray to stop drinking,
(4) made sure the family went to see a counselor(out of state).
Knowing what you know now what’s the first thing you would do?
4. What can we learn from this story? And have you had any experience in this area?
5. Did this author succeed in raising your awareness about survivors and mothers?
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#book club guide for discussion
Tuesday, February 14, 2012
Be Mine: Valentine's Day Memorial
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#humor,
Memorial,
Valentines Day
Monday, February 13, 2012
Hot Topic: Your Mom
As a mother comforts her child, so will I [the Lord] comfort you.
Isaiah 66:13
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Mom,
Survivor's Healing Center
Sunday, February 12, 2012
Writing Prompt: Shame
collage/EK SHAME What... When... Why... Where... How... Add in the senses of sight, smell, hear, taste and touch. It's the start of a short story or essay. Good Job. Share your storytelling. |
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writing prompt. #shame
Saturday, February 11, 2012
Humor: It Helps.
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#humor,
shame on you
Friday, February 10, 2012
Book Club Recommendation: Under My Roof ~
Attention Book Club Members
Please select Under My Roof~ A Mother's Story of the Heinous Crime of Incest.
author, Emalou King, RN, BSN, PHN.
It is available as an e-book memoir and downloads to any type of reader.
The softcover is printed on demand with a short turn around time.
Your group can help raise awareness, answer questions and open up the topic of sexual abuse.
author, Emalou King, RN, BSN, PHN.
It is available as an e-book memoir and downloads to any type of reader.
The softcover is printed on demand with a short turn around time.
Your group can help raise awareness, answer questions and open up the topic of sexual abuse.
There is a conversation guide available to facilitate a discussion at no charge.
Books can be ordered from blurb. com by giving name of book listing under memoir.
The money will be donated to help support programs for survivors and mothers.
Thank You!
The money will be donated to help support programs for survivors and mothers.
Thank You!
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#Book clubs
Thursday, February 9, 2012
Starbucks: Love
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#Starbucks,
loving yourself
Wednesday, February 8, 2012
Declutter and Renewal: A Memory...
The Power Mower
by Emalou King
It’s a white house with green shutters on a corner lot
A pine tree in the front a plum tree in the back a hedge on the side
The white picket fence painted every three years the lawn mowed every week.
The long orange cord trails behind my Father hangs across the kitchen windowsill
Plugs into the outlet I am afraid what if he runs over the cord
Will it hurt him I watch from my bedroom window just in case.
Perfectly straight row after row around the trees under the hammock
Dad stops empties the bag lights his camel cigarette spits tobacco off his tongue
He lifts his foot wipes the damp blades of grass from his shoe on the back of his pants leg.
Mother brings a glass of pink lemonade stands in adoration while he tips his head back
He wipes his mouth with the back of his hand says aaaaaahhhh and thanks her
Then he plows down 19 peony bushes shooting stems and blossoms onto the sidewalk.
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#declutter and renewal,
peony bushes
Tuesday, February 7, 2012
Communication: 3 Secrets Disclosed
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communication with men
Monday, February 6, 2012
Rules: Motherhood.
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#Raise Awareness,
Motherhood,
rules
Sunday, February 5, 2012
A Memorial: Celebrate Life then Superbowl
1914-2006 |
I won't celebrate this Super Bowl Sunday without first celebrating my own mother's life. My Mom (Louise Helen) died on Super Bowl Sunday, February 5, 2006 at the age of 91+.
May the souls of the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace, Amen.
We really miss my mom. People in the family sometimes sound like her or do a motion or laugh and bring her to mind frequently. I guess we all hope to make an impression on someone else and be remembered. She is remembered & dad.
When I de-cluttered a drawer, I found a tape where I interviewed my mother for fun. I listened to a heart warming and funny conversation like we were together and I laughed out loud again. So, tape the members in your family for memories. Okay?
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Celebrations,
Louise Helen,
Mother,
Super Bowl Sunday
Saturday, February 4, 2012
Colors:
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colors,
houses.,
Watsonville strawberries
Friday, February 3, 2012
Writing Prompt: Marilyn Monroe Fans
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#Smash,
Marilyn Monroe
Thursday, February 2, 2012
Declutter and Renewal:
Thank you.
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#declutter and renewal,
content
Wednesday, February 1, 2012
Collage: Storytelling
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Collage,
safety,
storytelling
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