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"The secret of good writing is to say an old thing in a new way or to say a new thing in an old way." -Richard Harding Davis

I've been busy...

New Workshop: It's been almost four years since I offered my Online Journaling Workshop. The reason I quit was due to the time required to read and comment on every participant's journal work. Recently a friend on an email list I'm part of, wrote about the value of bearing witness to anothers' journey, without having a need to offer feedback. Her words are what freed me to once again offer my workshop without worrying I won't be able to keep up. This time I'm allowing myself to share the work without having to take on the burden of responsibility that comes with writing thoughtful responses to everyone's assignments. In the past, participants have often done a better job of cheering and supporting my journalers than I could have done myself, so I'm surrendering to this new organic process and trusting it will take care of itself. It usually does. If you'd like to participate, send me an email and I'll add your name and/or blog to the sidebar. I hope to start in June, depending upon how many people sign up in the next couple of weeks.

New Blog: In order to facilitate the workshop, I've opened a second typepad blog, titled after my second book. I'm counting on all of you to spread the word and, hopefully, sign up for the workshop. There are no "shoulds" in this workshop and you can jump in any time, do only the assignments that work for you, or just sit quietly in the corner and observe.

New Website: It's still a work-in-progress, but after accidentally deleting all the files on my Whole Heart Publications website, I've decided to combine my books, workshops, and writing on a domain I bought several years ago. Although many of my friends and clients call me Ellie, my given and professional name is Eldonna.  In addtition to my writing-related work, I'm also including a a page reserved for other women named Eldonna.

New Tip Jar: Asking for money is not easy, but I wanted to offer people the option of contributing based upon value you receive/have recieved from my blog essays. I've dedicated nearly my entire life to nurturing others through massage, volunteer positions, teaching, and inspirational writing--obviously not huge money-making activities--because I believe in the spirit of giving.  However, I also believe there is value in laughter, art, poetry, touch, and the sharing of one's gifts. I know that good karma is circular purely by its requirement of unconditional trust. I continue to trust in the good will of people like you, whether your gift comes in the form of a donation to the Tip Jar, a link to my website(s), or a comment left on my blog. Thank you for being part of this invisible yet very real circle of friendship and support.

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