Saturday, July 29, 2017

Editor's Thoughts--For Today...--Karen O'Leary--United States

Dear Whispers’ Friends,

I miss you and hope that each of you continue to enjoy the gift of poetry. The light of our words can reach beyond borders and time to uplift others up, share challenges to foster understanding and for readers to enjoy.

My daughter and I are working of a collection of my short stories and a tribute to my publisher.  This is the first time Megan and I have shared the writing-editing experience. I am grateful to Connie Marcum Wong for writing the forward for this book.

For Today…

cherish
true friends,
moments
of sun,
loving
kindness
and life’s
blessings

I hope you can take a moment to update our Whispers’ community on what you are doing with writing, share a poem, or any thoughts you have.  May you continue to lift others up and be a light in the world.

Blessings and best wishes,

Karen
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40 comments:

  1. angeleeJuly 29, 2017 at 7:10 PM

    Dear Karen,Loving prayers for you as you rest and recover your strength and courage to come back to your own writing.love and light,angelee

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    1. Karen O'LearyJuly 30, 2017 at 9:36 PM

      Dear Angelee,

      What a gift your friendship is. Your encouragement and support mean a lot to me.

      Blessings and best wishes,
      Karen

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  2. 17NumaJuly 29, 2017 at 7:18 PM

    Nice to read an update, Karen. Many good thoughts your way!

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    1. Karen O'LearyJuly 30, 2017 at 9:38 PM

      Many blessings to you, too, Numa. The joy of friendships and the gift of writing mean a lot to me.

      Best wishes,
      Karen

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  3. Jo BalistreriJuly 29, 2017 at 7:34 PM

    Karen,
    It is good to hear your voice and your poem of blessing, your compassion and sensitivity.
    In spite of your ongoing physical problems, you take time to write. What an example you are for the rest of us.

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    1. Karen O'LearyJuly 30, 2017 at 9:42 PM

      Dear Mary Jo,

      My soul-sister, your friendship means a lot to me. Our four candle journey with our husbands is a special relationship--unexpected and incredible. Keep your light shining!

      Thank you for your kind words. Your support and encouragement are wonderful gifts.

      Many blessings,
      Karen

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  4. UnknownJuly 29, 2017 at 9:06 PM

    Karen, Reading your thoughts is to me a blessing from heaven as we each struggle with a weight we never envisioned having to carry. It is somewhat odd that we have never met yet we have a common bond that those outside the community might find hard to comprehend. I am so pleased to hear that your daughter is working with you and I pray that as she grows she will become a light to the world like her Mother.

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    1. Karen O'LearyJuly 30, 2017 at 9:48 PM

      Wow Thomas,

      Understanding the true gift of friendship is expressed in your kind words. Some people go in and out of our lives--for a purpose we won't completely understand in this world.

      Each person that steps with us no matter how long is a gift. You are a blessing in my life, Thomas.

      Best wishes,
      Karen

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  5. gopallahiriJuly 29, 2017 at 9:07 PM

    Keep going, Karen! Best wishes for your future endeavours!

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    1. Karen O'LearyJuly 30, 2017 at 9:52 PM

      Dear Gopal,

      Thank you for your kind words. I hope you are enjoying your writing journey. Best wishes always!

      Blessings,
      Karen

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  6. NdabaJuly 29, 2017 at 11:51 PM

    Warm greetings and blessings from me. Great to hear from you. Some of us treasure those moments, we cherish those words of inspiration. Be strong, for you have the spiritual strength to forge ahead.

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    1. Karen O'LearyJuly 30, 2017 at 9:58 PM

      Dear Ndaba,

      My life has been enriched sharing our vision for writing. I hope Free Fall is doing well. What a joy to be a part of it.

      I wish you the best always. Keep in touch, my friend.

      Blessings,
      Karen

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  7. Michael ToddJuly 30, 2017 at 2:27 AM

    It is wonderful to hear from you, Karen, as always... Your heartfelt poem is welcome, and needed.

    Best of luck with your current project.

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    1. Karen O'LearyJuly 30, 2017 at 10:01 PM

      Dear Michael,

      What a gift you are in my life. I hope you and your Dad are doing well.

      Thank you for your kind words on my poem. I hope we can keep in touch. Your friendship means a lot to me.

      Many blessings,
      Karen

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  8. Jack HorneJuly 30, 2017 at 2:51 AM

    wonderful to see you posting again, my friend. As you know, my Ripper book will hopefully be released soon - have recently started writing another novel. Have to work tonight - you know how much I'm looking forward to that, LOL. Love, as always, Jack xx

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    1. Karen O'LearyJuly 30, 2017 at 10:04 PM

      Dear Jack,

      Writing helps us share what comes from our hearts. Best wishes with your Ripper book.

      I hope you and your Mum and doing well. Wishing you both the best always.

      Blessings,
      Karen

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  9. sheikha !July 30, 2017 at 3:17 AM

    Good wishes to your health, Karen. Just the other day I was thinking about you and sending a message!

    Best, Sheikha A.

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    1. Karen O'LearyJuly 30, 2017 at 10:08 PM

      Dear Sheikha,

      It's writers like you that make writing a gift. Through our words we have a chance to lift others up and convey what we hold in our hearts.

      I wish you the best always. I hope you are enjoying your gift of words.

      Blessings,
      Karen

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  10. UnknownJuly 30, 2017 at 8:04 AM

    Dear Karen and all whispers friends, I miss all the things we use to do on Whispers. My time has been spent in writing poetry & other retired hobbies. Good blessing you all, always praying for Karen's recovery.

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    1. Karen O'LearyJuly 30, 2017 at 10:15 PM

      Dear Yancy,

      Thank you so much, my friend. What a joy to share the gift of words over the years.

      That we care for each other is what makes Whispers special to me. Thank you for the gift that you are.

      Blessings,
      Karen

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  11. Carolyn Noah GraetzJuly 30, 2017 at 10:22 AM

    Enjoying your thoughts and thoughts of others while I'm in Brazil 🇧🇷 for a month.

    It's winter here but in Rio you only need shirt sleeves. Don't know about Brasilia, but will travel there next week.

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    1. Karen O'LearyJuly 30, 2017 at 10:19 PM

      Dear Carolyn,

      Sounds like you are enjoying a cultural experience. I hope you are finding some moments to write a few poems to share your experience with us.

      Many blessings,
      Karen

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  12. pdfrenchJuly 30, 2017 at 10:31 AM

    Drear Karen, you are greatly missed! I am happy to hear that you are working on a book with your daughter, what a wonderful project. May all go smoothly with that and may peace and health come your way. Peggy

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    1. Karen O'LearyJuly 30, 2017 at 10:26 PM

      Dear Peggy,

      Thank you for your lasting friendship. I love the creative cards and lovely thoughts you send me. Your closing sentence means a lot to me.

      Many blessings,
      Karen

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  13. Daginne AignendJuly 30, 2017 at 10:49 AM

    I just thought of you and checked the Whispers site if I might have missed a post and then I hear from you, what a relief. Great the co-work with your daughter, just do the things you always wanted to do but never find the time to do. All the best to you Karen, keep up the good spirit. Love Inge

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    1. Karen O'LearyJuly 30, 2017 at 10:30 PM

      Dear Inge,

      I really appreciate your kind words. I'm not ready do give up our creative community.

      In the meantime, thank you for your support and encouragement.
      May God be with you always.

      Blessings,
      Karen

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  14. UnknownJuly 30, 2017 at 5:39 PM

    Karen My wish for you is good health and many years of writing poetry.

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    1. Karen O'LearyJuly 30, 2017 at 10:33 PM

      Dear JT,

      It's so good to hear from you. Poetry is an outgrowth of my soul. Thank you for your kind words.

      Blessings,
      Karen

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  15. Creative InspirationsJuly 30, 2017 at 5:56 PM

    Karen,

    What a blessing to see your post. You are always in my prayers. Your poem says it all....friends. What a blessing to go beyond the writing and into the heart of friendship with others. God is so good! You are a blessing to so many. Continued blessings to you and your family and loved ones!

    -Maurice

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    1. Karen O'LearyJuly 30, 2017 at 10:39 PM

      Oh my Gosh Maurice!

      What a joy to hear your words today. You are an editor of like vision to mine. New voices can learn from those that have an open mind like you do with "Creative Inspirations." I wish you continued success with the journal.

      Thank you for your kind words--a balm to my soul. I really grateful that you included a blessing for my family.

      Blessings,
      Karen

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  16. Arthur TurfaJuly 30, 2017 at 5:59 PM

    How wonderful to hear form you, Karen! God bless! "Accents", my second book of poetry came out on 19 May form Blue Deco Publishing. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B071HXBDVJ/ref=dp-kindle-redirect?_encoding=UTF8&btkr=1
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ikmr1UIpWzg

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    1. Karen O'LearyJuly 30, 2017 at 10:50 PM

      Dear Arthur,

      Congratulations on your new book! I wish you the best with it. The cover is so artistic. Thank you for sharing your good news with our Whispers family.

      Blessings always,
      Karen

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  17. Lotus2009July 31, 2017 at 2:45 AM

    Dear Karen, I always enjoy reading your wonderful poetry and I look forward to reading your book. When it is published please let me know. I am so excited for you. I keep praying for your health to improve and I do hope you are feeling better. Your Whispers site has brought joy to so many and your efforts are so appreciated. God Bless and keep you, Love Connie

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    1. Karen O'LearyJuly 31, 2017 at 7:07 PM

      Dear Connie,

      Thank you for being such an encouraging friend in my life. Life isn't always easy, but we rise above with prayer, faith and hope.

      Many Blessings,
      Karen

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  18. UnknownJuly 31, 2017 at 2:49 AM

    It's so so wonderful for you to be working with your daughter and I wish you every success with your venture. I am taking continuing to write poetry on a daily basis and will be taking part in another poetry event and will be performing 2 or 3 poems.I have just discovered there is to be a 1 day college course about self publishing, so I intend to attend that so that i can get my e book of funny poems finally published. you are in my thoughts Karen:-) Jan xx

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    1. Karen O'LearyJuly 31, 2017 at 7:10 PM

      Dear Jan,

      Best wishes with all your writing ventures. May you always find joy in the gift of words.

      Blessings,
      Karen

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  19. UnknownJuly 31, 2017 at 5:34 PM

    Dear Karen, Wonderful to hear about you working with your daughter!! Best Wishes to you with your health. I am working on contest poems for our Indiana State club at present. Take care

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    1. Karen O'LearyJuly 31, 2017 at 7:12 PM

      Dear Marlene,

      It is fun sharing this book's journey with my daughter. Best wishes with the contests.

      Blessings,
      Karen

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  20. David FoxAugust 4, 2017 at 3:56 PM

    Karen
    I am sorry I hadn't commented on this before, Know you are the light to others even when you are to ill to think so.. Stay well, my friend.
    Your friend,
    David Fox

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    1. Karen O'LearyAugust 6, 2017 at 10:03 PM

      Dear David,

      Thank you for your kind spirit. You a candle in the writing community.

      May you always enjoy the gift of words. Best wishes always!

      Blessings,
      Karen

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