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new resources

I have added a resources page with some books recommended by top publishers. If you intend to blog as a serious writing adventure these resources should be very helpful. yahooBuzzArticleHeadline = “new resources”; http://bless-my-blog.com/2009/10/new-resources/

where to start

So you have a blog, and it looks great and you know you have lots to write about but … where did it all go? Twenty minutes ago you had several thought but now as you sit in front of your computer, there is not a thought within a mile of your keyboard it seems. [...]

writing content tip

Sometimes when folks have a hard exterior or “walls” up around their life, they will be better approached by a general word rather than something direct. For instance when writing a blog that is mostly read by family, you might say something general like, “ we won’t be traveling much this summer, we are wanting [...]

writing content tip

It is OK to repeat yourself. You can write the same message more than once, especially if it bears repeating but try to use different words. yahooBuzzArticleHeadline = “writing content tip”; http://bless-my-blog.com/2009/03/writing-content-tip-23/

writing content tip

Beware of over using capitals and large fonts. You don’t want to appear to SHOUT! Unless of course you mean to. yahooBuzzArticleHeadline = “writing content tip”; http://bless-my-blog.com/2009/03/writing-content-tip-22/

writing content tip

Write about things you know, things you have seen. If you try writing about something you know nothing about folks will see right through that and you will lose credibility. yahooBuzzArticleHeadline = “writing content tip”; http://bless-my-blog.com/2009/03/writing-content-tip/

writing content tip

You can use your writing to encourage others like you. Sometimes an encouraging word can change someone’s day. yahooBuzzArticleHeadline = “writing content tip”; http://bless-my-blog.com/2009/03/writing-content-tip-2/

writing content tip

Don’t forget face to face fellowship. Blogging and online fellowship can be great, and you can communicate with folks all over the world. But don’t forget to talk with those around you. It will add to not only your life but also to what you write. yahooBuzzArticleHeadline = “writing content tip”; http://bless-my-blog.com/2009/02/writing-content-tip-21/

writing content tip

Before writing something new or approaching a new thought or direction in your writing, first establish some common ground. Here is an example. “ I know we usually talk about blogging here, but today i want to share something I read in the paper this morning. I really think you will be blessed.” Then go [...]

writing content tip

Even when writing a teaching blog, be sure to never talk down to those you are teaching. You can give instructions and even at a very elementary level without sounding like a “know it all”. Be careful how your tone comes across. yahooBuzzArticleHeadline = “writing content tip”; http://bless-my-blog.com/2009/02/writing-content-tip-19/