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Evan Penguinski The Worst Wisher Ever|Hardcover Evan lives life in black and white. He knows all about blending in. All penguins do. More than anything, Evan wants to stand out from the crowd. Standing out isn't always a good thing-especially when you're poking other penguins in the butt with...
Congrats to my dear friend, Andi Anders (aka, Susan Manchin) on Evan's Launch!
Evan Penguinski The Worst Wisher Ever|Hardcover Evan lives life in black and white. He knows all about blending in. All penguins do. More than anything, Evan wants to stand out from the crowd. Standing out isn't always a good thing-especially when you're poking other penguins in the butt with...
VERY LAST CALL for the unique Poetry Masters Contest. 40.00 to enter with only 1 poem. Only FIVE poets chosen to feature their collections in a very special book. Deadline 5/18/21
Oprelle.com for full rules.
Hi Friends. If you have any poets in your life ( age 14 and up), please forward them this fun contest! -Kare
Read something of substance over the holidays.
Beautiful, raw, authentic, and healing poetry.
Matter - Award Winning Poetry Anthology for purchase at
https://www.amazon.com/dp/1735733156/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=matter+croftcheck&qid=1608232706&s=books&sr=1-1
If you don't remember the last time you said "Wow!" out loud, then you need to read "MATTER. This book will deliver a much needed dose of pure emotional connection. Out today!
Working to sign new writer, Susan Manchin. So great to meet such a passionate, soulful and fun writer. She is an incredible new star soon to burst on the horizon with so many excellent children’s books. So happy to work on Evan Penquinski- THE WORST WISHER EVER.
Thank you Rosa Perry. Hoping for many many real hugs in 2021!
There is always that tough spot right before progress. Embrace your fears and your challenges...they are a signal that you are approaching something good on the other side.
Was so great to meet with Oprelle Publication’s Core Team tonight! Love you guys and your enthusiasm for all words! .com
Agreed Gabby Bernstein. We need not ever give up. .com.
A little sip of water. .com
Thank You JM Storm. Walking ..... .com
Agreed. On and on. ❤️
OK Brave girl. Show up. Stay. .com
This bit of R and r renewed my perspective and gratitude in a big way. .
I have chosen to be happy because it is good for my health. - Voltaire. .com
Can't believe how much alike my daughter and I are!
Same profile,
same reach,
same heart!
And the more time that passes, I can't believe
how much
WE are all alike.
Same profiles,
same reaches,
same hearts.
Stronger. -K
Thank You for the reminder Toper Kearney! .com
Unfiltered picture... I sure Hope he visits again next year!
You are all amazing, strong and beautiful souls. Sending smiles, happiness, and hugs today. #
Yes I am! And so are you! This virus will end. These down times are ankle weights. We will jump even higher soon enough. .com
October 2020 Poetry Contest
HEY VESSELS! Enter your 3-40 line poem today. Win $ and/or publication. Possibly by Christmas! Oprelle.com
Happy Monday Morning All. Just a reminder to quit overthinking everything. A friend recently said that trying to please everyone
" puts a smack down on my potential because I get all wrapped up in overthinking all the BS. " She said "when I think this way it totally kills my vibe. It limits my creativity." Just be true to yourself. People respect that. When you function through your core, the people that matter...the ones in your tribe, will respect you. Stop trying to please all. It's really OK to be yourself. You do you and everything will fall in line.
Oprelle Publications LLC on Google The"Matter" Poetry Contest is underway! 3-40 Lines - Any Topic - Any Style 1st place - 200. 2nd Place - 100. 3rd - 50. Up to 150 finalists will get published in an Anthology of substance....."Matter." First Entry Window is September 15-20, 2020. Good Luck to You!
Waiting for the right words....endless. So much I want to say but.....
I just want you all to know that if you are reading this, you are my family, and you are loved. These days are particularly challenging...one thing after another, like the incessant crashing of the harshest waves. But I also know that the roughest seas do become calm again. For sure.
So keep loose and find air anyway. For when you do, handling the waves gets a little easier.
Our outside realities cannot harm our unconquerable souls.
Giving the BKT a new title! .com
Take it all in. Realize that we are all inextricably connected. We all affect each other in ways not yet defined. Just keep your heart all. We are going to be just fine. .com
To All Students: Let your strength of spirit get you through this coming school year. You are young and you are strong, and these tough times shall pass. Remember the words of Helen Keller:
"Life is either a daring adventure or nothing. To keep our faces toward change and behave like free spirits in the presence of fate is strength undefeatable."
Couldn't help but think of this poem for you Chadwick Boseman.
Do Not Stand At My Grave And Weep
by Mary Elizabeth Frye
Do not stand at my grave and weep
I am not there; I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow,
I am the diamond glints on snow,
I am the sun on ripened grain,
I am the gentle autumn rain.
When you awaken in the morning's hush
I am the swift uplifting rush
Of quiet birds in circled flight.
I am the soft stars that shine at night.
Do not stand at my grave and cry,
I am not there; I did not die.
If you know me.... you’ll know how much this visitor to our front door meant to me this am! .com !
Just Be YOU
This incredible video was created by my former student, Maren Krizner.
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