Tuesday, October 31, 2017

OCTOBER WHISPERS’ UPDATES/EDITOR’S THOUGHTS—By Karen O’Leary—United States

Dear Whispers’ Friends,

It has been an exciting month with a total of 38 poems published.  Our journey together is made possible by those willing to share their gifts of words, leaving encouraging comments (greatly appreciated) and offering suggestions.

NEW CONTRIBUTORS THIS MONTH--
                       
     Zachary Dilks—United States 
     Rajnish Mishra—India
     Sushminder jeet Kaur—India
     Jake Aller—United States
     Leslie DeLuca—Canada
     Kelvin Shachile--Kenya    
     Dr. T. Ashok Chakravarthy--India  
     Denis Waswa Barasa—Kenya
     Karuna Sharma—India
     Kariuki wa Nyamu--Kenya

 Please stop by and congratulate them.  Thank you.

I would like to thank Jack Horne--England and Inge Wesdijk (Daginne Aignend)—The Netherlands for making it possible to share individual and collaborative opportunities at Whispers this Month. Please contact me if you have a new idea you would like to propose. It would be helpful if you would develop a brief plan on how it would work for our online journal as well as who you think should be heading the opportunity.

Best wishes to everyone in your writing journeys.  It’s good to see many of you published in other venues too. 

Blessings,

Karen O’Leary
Whispers’ Editor
karenoleary1956@gmail.com
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32 comments:

  1. Michael ToddOctober 31, 2017 at 9:01 PM

    I have enjoyed many of the fine posts this month, Karen.

    The train keeps a'rollin'...

    Lovely to see you, M'am, as always.

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    1. Karen O'LearyNovember 2, 2017 at 2:22 AM

      Dear Michael,

      You are a gift, encouraging others. Your friendship is a blessing in my life. May you find peace in writing and in your life.

      Blessings always,
      Karen

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  2. rajnishmishravnsOctober 31, 2017 at 9:08 PM

    I congratulate all, and you, Karen, who made it all possible.

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    1. Karen O'LearyNovember 2, 2017 at 2:24 AM

      Dear Rajinish,

      Thank so much for your kind words. It was a joy to publish your poem in October. I hope you will continue to be a part of Whispers.

      Blessings,
      Karen

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  3. JoanOctober 31, 2017 at 9:22 PM

    Thank you for making this fine creative outlet a reality

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    1. Karen O'LearyNovember 2, 2017 at 2:29 AM

      Wow Joan!

      What a joy to read your words today. I hope read your poetry in the months ahead.

      Blessings,
      Karen

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  4. Leslie DeLucaOctober 31, 2017 at 10:35 PM

    I love seeing the word "writer" in reference to my name, enamoured with the reality I'm able to flourish in a community of extraordinarily talented writers that gather here to leave their offerings for all to read; Thank you for this magical place for all to freely release the words that stir us to reveal them in each our own unique and innovative style. I look forward to a steady diet of this sustenance and have quite a bit of reading to catch up on with the words published earlier in the month!

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    1. Karen O'LearyNovember 3, 2017 at 8:05 PM

      Dear Leslie,

      Your kind words are a balm to my soul. That you see Whispers as a "magical place" to share the gift of words is an honor to hear for this humble gal from North Dakota. It is a gift to share our words. I look forward to reading more poetry from you.

      Blessings and best wishes,
      Karen

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  5. John McDonaldNovember 1, 2017 at 12:40 AM

    Great stuff karen

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    1. Karen O'LearyNovember 3, 2017 at 8:08 PM

      Dear John,

      Hope to see some of your wonderful poetry here at Whispers soon. It is people like you that keep the keep poetry alive for the writers yet to come.

      Blessings,
      Karen

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  6. Daginne AignendNovember 1, 2017 at 4:19 AM

    Thank you, all contributors, for making Whispers sparkle again. The diversity of the poems is fabulous. Looking forward to the written treasures in November.

    Best wishes,
    Inge

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    1. Karen O'LearyNovember 3, 2017 at 8:09 PM

      Dear Inge,

      You are a treasure at Whispers, sharing interesting poetry for your activity celebrations. It is such a joy to work with you.

      Best wishes and blessings,
      Karen

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  7. David FoxNovember 1, 2017 at 6:47 AM

    I welcome all the newcomers and also the "old-timers" who keep Whispers still running!
    David Fox

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    1. Karen O'LearyNovember 3, 2017 at 8:19 PM

      Dear David,

      What a joy to share the gift of writing with encouraging voices such as yours. Your comment is part of what I hope for Whispers. Thank you so much for your kind words.

      Blessings,
      Karen

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  8. UnknownNovember 1, 2017 at 8:28 AM

    Thanks my fellow poets for the warm welcome. I am glad to be published on this platform. I look forward to being published more... Thanks, again. Be blessed!

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    1. Karen O'LearyNovember 3, 2017 at 8:21 PM

      Dear Nyamu,

      It is a joy to have voices such as yours joining together for an international celebrating of the gift of words. I hope you continue to find joy being a part of our online journal/poetry community.

      Blessings and best wishes,
      Karen

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  9. Kelvin ShachileNovember 1, 2017 at 12:47 PM

    Thanks for the chance to be published here. Am so much humbled by the honor.
    wish you well.

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    1. Karen O'LearyNovember 3, 2017 at 8:29 PM

      Dear Kelvin,

      Whispers is a collection of a variety of voices, hoping to give us a better understanding of the global community. It is in that understanding, that we can encourage and lift others up.

      I look forward to reading more of your poetry.

      Blessings and best wishes,
      Karen

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  10. UnknownNovember 1, 2017 at 4:56 PM

    Thanks for publishing me here. Really feel privileged.A beautiful effort for making a dream the reality.

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    1. Karen O'LearyNovember 3, 2017 at 8:31 PM

      Dear Sushmindar,

      What a joy it is to have you a part of the Whispers online journal/poetry community. It is coming together to share the gift of words that is a joy for me.

      Blessings,
      Karen

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  11. UnknownNovember 1, 2017 at 4:57 PM

    And please tell the theme for the next month.Thanks.

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    1. UnknownNovember 3, 2017 at 4:13 AM

      Dear Susminder, you can read about the new activity and guidelines in the post of Nov 1st. Topic is 'Gratitude'

      Best wishes,
      Inge

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  12. Creative InspirationsNovember 1, 2017 at 6:23 PM

    Thank you, Karen, for providing a platform for poets to share and fellowship with one another. October showcased some very talented and blessed poets. Thanks to Jack and Inge for their creativity and support. I look forward to contributing to this amazing platform called Whispers.

    -Maurice
    www.creativeinspirationspp.blogspot.com

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    1. Karen O'LearyNovember 3, 2017 at 8:40 PM

      Dear Maurice,

      Inge and Jack are wonderful colleagues that make Whispers possible. It is such a joy writing with people that encourage and uplift others.

      Blessings,
      Karen

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  13. UnknownNovember 1, 2017 at 8:53 PM

    Hello Karen , Inge & Jack . I would like to express how wonderful
    it is, to have new input and continuity on Whispers. Thank you all for you commitment, to inspire poets from around the world .

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    1. Karen O'LearyNovember 3, 2017 at 8:51 PM

      Dear Allan,

      Thank you so much for your kind words. It is encouraging people like you that make the writing community a gift to share in.

      Blessings,
      Karen

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  14. UnknownNovember 3, 2017 at 4:17 AM

    Thanks to all of you for the nice comments, we all love Whispers and the major goal is to share the love for writing with each other.

    Best wishes,
    Inge

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    1. Karen O'LearyNovember 3, 2017 at 8:52 PM

      Dear Inge,

      So true, my friend! Your encouragement and friendship are such blessings in my life.

      Best wishes,
      Karen

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  15. paul callusNovember 5, 2017 at 1:07 PM

    Glad to be back amongst fellow writers after several days of not having access to internet. Special thanks to Karen, Jack and Inge for their hard work. God bless.

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  16. Karen O'LearyNovember 5, 2017 at 7:14 PM

    Dear Paul,

    Thank you so much for your uplifting words. Jack and Inge are making our Whispers journal/community possible. I thank them so much for all that they are doing.

    Blessings always,
    Karen

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  17. UnknownNovember 8, 2017 at 10:24 PM

    Thanks for publishing me,and the comments. Hope to enjoy the work of these great poets on this platform even more.

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  18. Karen O'LearyNovember 11, 2017 at 9:46 PM

    Dear Denis,

    I hope you find Whispers a fresh view--balancing problems with uplifting verse. It is the later that sometimes helps those that are crushed in the violence and the lack of respect for life in today's world.

    Wishing your the best in your writing journey. Thank you for sharing your words for Whispers.

    Blessings,
    Karen

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