A Matter of Principle: Thursday Writing Essentials Don't Miss Picks

The Writing Essentials Group had some wonderful submissions during today's A Matter of Principle theme.  I am excited to see the group continue to grow, and the writers stretching in surprising and thoughtful ways.

Please take a moment and visit today's featured Don't Miss Picks, all of which fit today's theme in different ways:

Toe by La Lady Westerfield

Does YOUR toe have a life of its own? La Lady Westerfield's hilarious story exsists in a surreal Vegas landscape where toes have a mind - and principles - of their own. Don't wear open-toed shoes while reading this piece! 

A Tale of Two Attorneys by Tracey W

What makes a "good" attorney? An honest attorney? Does truth truly win out in the end? Tracey examines these ideas in a thoughtful essay.

The Fountain Within by Michael Daube

Where does your soul cross the line? Michael writes a heartfelt exploration of his search for personal  truth.

R & R On the Trail by Gary V.

New Gather member Gary writes a humorous memoir-type piece about the intersection of two men. Would YOU take one for the Gipper?

Iraqi Child by Robert B.

Robert's poignant poem will make you weep, regardless of whether you think the war in Iraq is necessary or evil. A soldier does his work outside of politics. A real tear-jerker.

The Sleeping Tiger Wakes by Rose W.

Rose's book chapter explores childhood ethics through the eyes of a taunted child.  

Disappearing Act by Sandy F

Who stole the money? And how did he do it? You can't follow a thread if it disappears! Read Sandy's experimental fiction. 

Next Thursday:

 July 12 - The Edge of Night

Dark stories and articles, stories of fear and trepidation, tales of physical darkness, of wrestling with figurative darkness. Vampires, ghosts, creepy-crawlies, IRS agents - explore you inner fears or tell us why writing can help us face the night!

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