I have a lot of good news to share so I am going to used teal to highlight each new section. It is in effort for those of you that want to
refer back to something easier. We have 12 new writers this month!
NEW WRITERS FOR MAY 2018--
Paul
Griffiths, England
Rick
Davis, United States
Elizabeth Kirkpatrick-Vrenios, United States
Janice
Fisher, United States
Damon
E. Johnson, United States
Michael
Medler, United States
Lori
Orth, United States
Naba
Kumar Dey, India
Annie
Johnson, United States
Mike
Brigden -The Ordinary Poet, England
Nuno
Fatela, Portugal/The Netherlands
Please welcome them to our community. We now have
representatives from the following countries—Albania, Australia, Botswana,
Brazil, Canada, Canary Islands, Costa Rica, England, France, Germany,
Ghana, Greece, India, Ireland, Isle of Man, Israel, Italy, Keyna, Malawi,
Malta, Mauritius, The Netherlands, New Zealand, Nigeria, Pakistan,
Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Saudi Arabia, Scotland, Singapore,
Spain, South Africa, Sri Lanka, Sweden, Tunisia, Turkey, Ukraine, U.A.E.,
United Kingdom, United States, Wales and Zimbabwe. --Sincerely, Karen
WHISPERS' MILESTONE--
We passed the 400,000 mark on May 29! This milestone
is a tribute to writers and readers in celebration of the community we have
become. To each and every one that has graced Whispers in some
way. I can't find words to express my gratitude.
Many of you have actively promoted our online journal, which
am humbly grateful for. Though I opened the door, it is those of you that
walked through that door that have made this milestone possible. Special
thanks to Inge Wisdijk and Jack Horne, my co-editors! We wouldn't be
celebrating without them. I hope you take time now and then to thank them
for their efforts.
TROUBLE LOGGING INTO WHISPERS—
From Jack Horne--I've done a bit of research and found a
solution that worked for me. Apparently this sort of problem can be cured
by clearing the cache and cookies on the computer. So, I did that and was
able to post a comment, it might be worth passing that on to anyone else who
has this problem.
Also, please us the sign in box at the top right of the main
page unless you are already logged in from another gmail site. This will help assure
that you don’t lose any comments.
CLOSING THOUGHTS FROM YOUR
EDITOR--
It is through writing we pour our souls onto paper, hoping
we will connect with others. Our international family allows us to learn more
about other cultures, countries, writing styles… It is that shared experience we find new
horizons and new friends. What a gift my
writing friends are!!!
Sage Mist
Wise pearls
seek ancient arts
stored in music and
love.
Tradition dances with
poems
and peace.
It is a blessing to be a part of this writing community. I hope you can spend time immersed in the diverse
poetry on a wide array of topics found at Whispers. Please consider commenting and or checking
the boxes below the poems. You do not
have to be logged in to check the boxes.
It still lets contributors know that their poetry is being read.
Wishing all of you the best with your writing journeys. I hope you find the joy in working with other
writers and editors. Please contact me at karenoleary1956@gmail.com if you
have any questions. Our editor team works
hard to find a balance so that different people can share their verse. Thank you all!
Blessings,
Karen
Congratulations on this milestone! What an accomplishment, congrats also to your editoral staff that make things happen. Whispers is a treat to all that visit.
ReplyDeleteDear Peggy,
DeleteIt is people like you that support and encourage others that makes Whispers' possible. Thank you so much my friend.
Blessings,
Karen
Whispers creates its own tradition.
ReplyDeleteConfrCongratula on 400K, Karen & Co.
Dear Michael,
DeleteThank you so much, my friend. I hope to be reading more of your poetry soon.
Blessings always,
Karen
Congratulations Karen on such a great achievement, it’s a real pleasure and an honour for me to be part of this wonderful and welcoming community made up of artists from all around the world!
ReplyDeleteClaudia
Dear Claudia,
DeleteThank you so much. The achievements belongs to everyone. Without poems, Whispers has nothing to publish. I appreciate your support.
Blessings,
Karen
What an accomplishment! Thank you to all involved in keeping the wheels turning. Annie x
ReplyDeleteDear Annie,
DeleteI hope the wheels keep turning with your writing and encouragement of others. Thank you for your support.
Blessings,
Karen
wonderful to see Whispers is going from strength to strength - & thanks again to Nick for the tip on how to leave comments when the site won't let you!
ReplyDeleteHi Jack,
DeleteThank Nick for me. He is such a blessing at Whispers. I appreciate your writing group's support.
Blessings,
Karen
Karen,
ReplyDeleteCongratulations to everyone who helped this milestone! As long as people keep posting, this number will grow more nd more! I am also impressed by the number of people and countries you are reaching!
Yours truly,
David Fox
Dear David,
DeleteIt all began with writers like you that have supported Whispers since 2013. Thank you for all the encouragement you give others. It helps grow our international community.
Blessings always,
Karen
Karen,
ReplyDeleteA wealth of congratulations on Whispers passing the 400,000 mark! That is truly a blessing! We have a wonderful writing community. Congratulations to the new contributors. Thanks to Inge and Jack for their commitment and dedication to Whispers. Most of all, I thank and praise God for bringing us all together to share our words.
-MJ
Dear Maurice,
DeleteThank you for your kind and encouraging words. It is people like you that are at the core of Whispers, supporting our journal year after year.
Blessings always,
Karen
That is great! Your spirit kept Whispers going.
ReplyDeleteCaryl Calsyn
As does yours, Caryl. Thank you for all you do for our Whispers' family.
DeleteBlessings always,
Karen
Congratulations and Thanks for Whispers and Editors!
ReplyDeleteGood Membership base, too!
🕊️♥️😇
Dear James,
DeleteThank you! What a joy to have you a part of the Whispers journey.
Blessings,
Karen
What a huge milestone, Karen! Clearing the cache and cookies on the computer did not work for me. I even tried unsuccessfully using a new gmail address. Yesterday I applied to google to have my account unblocked, and it appears like it now ok to use. Let me publish this and see if it works...fingers crossed....Wishing you a lovely and blessed weekend. ~ paul
ReplyDeleteDear Paul,
DeleteThank you for going through all the troubles to get to share comments at Whispers. Not too many would have bothered. I'm so excited you are able to get back to sharing thoughts here.
Blessings,
Karen
It makes me truly happy Whispers is doing so well, many thanks to our loyal contributors and a heartfelt welcome to new writers. Together we make Whispers a joy to read.
ReplyDeleteKaren, again you wrote a little jewel for this column, thank you!
Best wishes,
Inge
Dear Inge,
DeleteYour "together..." is one that has walked through these five + years. It is through the many we are made whole. You are such a big part of making this happen. Without you and Jack this milestone would have not been possible.
Blessings and best wishes,
Karen
400,000 grateful, contented sighs float; 400,000 eyes have been treated to this haven. Thank you Karen, Thank you Inge, Thank you Jack. Thank you all who write, who keep me buoyed, enthralled, enchanted and inspired to stir up the inquisitiveness within to string some words myself. Whispers existence is nectar for all souls that have found their way here. Thank you again and congratulations.
ReplyDeleteDear Leslie,
DeleteThank you for these lovely thoughts. I'm glad you found your writing family here at Whispers. Jack and Inge are a pleasure to work with.
Your support and encouragement are greatly appreciated. Happy Writing!
Blessings,
Karen
Great month Karen
ReplyDeleteKnight Writer
Dear Yancy,
ReplyDeleteI agree! Thank you for your ongoing encouragement and support.
Blessings,
Karen