Prompts
My Favorite Teachers
Natalie Goldberg's Writing Down the Bones Deck prompts - Tell me about a favorite teacher. My favorite teacher, who was in my life for about fifteen years, was a fourth-grade nun. She was constantly moving her fingers on the larger rosary she had hanging at her side. She shared stories of her marriage to Jesus. She gave me bookmarks with stories of the saints.
By Denise E Lindquist9 months ago in Writers
Running Man Press
It was a dark and rainy day... Okay, apologies over the whole 'It was a dark and stormy night' cliché, but I discovered over the Victoria Day weekend that one of my stories became front page news in a journal called the Running Man Press. The interesting thing is that I had almost forgotten that I had written and submitted the piece (the editor who said that he would inform me of the date of publication never contacted me about the issue). I have also discovered that it is not available online (the page I found advertised how to submit, the fact that they only print 5000 copies per issues - a smart idea, I think - and that they have many wonderful t-shirts and other doodads available to support their cause).
By Kendall Defoe 9 months ago in Writers
My Three Friends And The Foods My Mother Cooked
Natalie Goldberg’s Writing Down the Bones Deck prompts — “I had three friends. I still keep up with two of them.” (The Round House, Louise Erdrich) Erdrich was in deep concentration writing this wonderful book. Why not start by using her line as a topic? See where it goes. Ten minutes. You might want to read the book too. It’s good.
By Denise E Lindquist9 months ago in Writers
Your Body is Speaking: Key Reasons to Schedule a Gynaecologist Visit
Imagine a young woman feeling discomfort yet brushing it off, assuming it’s just stress. A staggering 92% of women are aware that their feminine health can affect their mental or emotional well-being, yet only a few take proactive measures to seek medical help. Regular gynaecological check-ups are crucial for preventing complications and addressing reproductive health issues. This blog is here to help you understand the key reasons why you should schedule a visit to the best gynaecologist in Lucknow for early intervention and overall well-being.
By Krishna Medical Center9 months ago in Writers
What Happens in an IVF Consultation? A Step-by-Step Guide
Infertility is a journey that affects numerous couples worldwide—1 in 6 people, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). For those seeking answers and solutions, In Vitro Fertilisation (IVF) often becomes a beacon of hope, offering a chance to achieve the dream of parenthood. However, the prospect of the first IVF consultation can feel both exciting and overwhelming. What should you expect? How should you prepare? This blog takes you through everything you need to know about the IVF consultation process—a crucial first step in understanding your fertility health and creating a tailored plan to bring your dream to life.
By Goral Gandhi9 months ago in Writers
The Heroes/villains Journey. Top Story - May 2025.
The Hero’s Journey is a precocious one. For if one is not careful one will end the journey as the villain. Most villains see themselves the hero. They start with good intentions and build their road towards a noble goal. Yet somewhere down the path obsession, greed, love of power, or righteousness sets in.
By WrittenWritRalf9 months ago in Writers
Dancing in the Rain. Runner-Up in I Wrote This Challenge.
In 1992, I danced in the rain after being rejected for my dream job. It wasn’t planned. It was just me, standing outside a nursing facility in Asheville, North Carolina, in a soaked blazer, holding a rejection letter.
By Tim Carmichael9 months ago in Writers
The Golden Age of Islam
The Scientific and Philosophical Contributions of Muslims in the Golden Age of Islam: How Did Europe Benefit? The period of history known as the Golden Age of Islamic Civilization—the period from the 8th to the 13th centuries—was a unique period of scientific and intellectual awakening not only for the Muslim world but for all of humanity. Although this period is commonly referred to in the West as the “Middle Ages” or “Dark Ages,” the Muslim world was at the dawn of a knowledge-based, research-based, and human-welfare-oriented civilization. The Muslim thinkers, physicians, mathematicians, philosophers, astronomers, and engineers of this Golden Age sowed the seeds of discoveries and ideas that later laid the foundation for the Renaissance, Enlightenment, and Scientific Revolution in Europe. Sadly, these contributions have been largely forgotten or misrepresented in historical scholarship today.
By Abdul Barik9 months ago in Writers
From the perspective of Orientalism
The Western World’s Strategy of Lies and Distortion in Islamic History: From an Orientalist Perspective The study of history is not just about knowing the past—it is a struggle for power, perspective, and control. Who is writing history, how is it being written, and why are these questions important, as is whose perspective is being written. The Western world has practiced a systematic distortion and falsification of the history of Islam and Muslims for centuries, the main background of which was created through an academic and political framework called so-called ‘Orientalism.’ This framework was not just a practice of knowledge, but a strategy for establishing cultural dominance. In this discussion, we will see how Orientalists have distorted Islam and Muslims, what their intentions were, and what their impact is on the world today.
By Abdul Barik9 months ago in Writers
Islam is a universal way of life.
How Islam Should Treat People of Other Religions — A Detailed Discussion Islam is a universal way of life, the foundation of which is justice, mercy, and recognition of human dignity. It is not limited to religious rituals alone, but touches every aspect of social, political, and interpersonal relationships. In light of this comprehensive view, Islam calls for peace and harmony not only among Muslims, but also between Muslims and non-Muslims. The way Islam treats people of other religions is not just tolerance, but also dignity, justice, and mutual respect.
By Abdul Barik9 months ago in Writers
