Welcome to the Weekend edition of Today on Gather. I hope you find the information in this edition helpful in your everyday life and uplifting as well.
 I wanted to bring your attention to a few posts by Chuck of member support  today.Â
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 | As you may have noticed from my profile status lately, I've declared war on spam . With the help of colleagues here at Team Gather, and reports from the community, we identified and removed about 61,000 . . . Gather is  looking for improvement in general site performance, since the removal of large numbers of accounts and content pages should speed up some parts of the site, such as search and any "My Gather" page feeds that are based on search.  All of the advice for identifying and reporting spam that we laid out in this January article still applies. You may report spam as you encounter it, but please leave the proactive spam hunting to me! |
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 Introducing Rose Hill!
        Each Friday, until the end of the year, Rose will be sharing a column. She will be our "Shopping for or creating gifts for under $10" specialist" This Weeks Column is:   Cool Gifts for Ten Dollars or less - Books - Gifts for Little Kids |  Introducing Renita R. Perrone!
       Each Friday, until the end of the year, Renita will be sharing tips on how to be frugal while shopping. This weeks column is:  | ||
 Introducing Elaine A.
      Each Friday Elaine will be submitting a column on homemade crafts. Please help me welcome our new "Homemade Craft Specialist"  This weeks column is: |  Introducing ? Aunt Shanny .
      Each Friday Shannon will be submitting a column on how to use your slow cooker. This column will be complete with recipes and photos.  | ||
 Introducing Renee (Pres of Baby James Foundation) ~.
       Each Friday, Renee will be submitting a column on How to recognize, deal with and report child abuse. Renee started the “Baby James Foundationâ€. It was designed as a place to support those who are dealing with abuse. This new column will be an extension of that group.
 |  Introducing Marilyn is looking for whatever there is. N.
       Each Friday, Marilyn will be submitting a column on making homemade soaps, lotions, candles and such. Please join me in welcoming our new Homemade Soap, Aromatherapy, lotions and more Expert.  This weeks column is:  More Frugal And Natural Gifts To Make  Frugal Gifts To Make For A Gift Basket  | ||
 Introducing “Gather Author Tips†Column.
        This column is written by Author Patricia Gilliam. Patricia enjoys sharing her knowledge and experience with the members in the Gather community.
This weeks Gather Author Tip column is:   Novel Writing Tools & Tips #19: An Author's Education (Part I) |  Introducing “Gather Nurse On Call†column.
        This column is written each Friday by Nurse Nancy. Nancy works long hours but has still committed to giving advice to the Gather community on how to deal with medical problems at home. This weeks Gather Nurse Tip column is:  PLEASE Stop crying, my little one!!! Disclaimer: This post is not intended to be a substitute to for your Nurse, Doctor, Pharmacist or Emergency Room Personnel. | ||
 Introducing the “Gather Photography Tipsâ€.
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This column will be written by Columnist, James T. James will begin his column next week but I thought I would share one that he had previously written.
This weeks Gather Photography Tip column is:  Black and White or Monochrome Photography   How To Create A Photo Cube   |  Introducing the “Gather Kentucky Tour Guide†column.
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This column will be written by Kentucky resident Rebecca S. She will be sharing the amazing places to visit while visiting, traveling through or living in Kentucky. Her column will surely give us the desire to go to Kentucky.
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  by Stefanie Plum, Gather Partner Team
  |  Introducing the Mental Health Column:
       This column will be written by gather member Jeanne Clarke. Jeanne has a B.A. in psychology and has an A.A. Degree in Mental Health/Human Services, Major in Psychology with interest in Theology and French. She has even more degrees but I will let her tell you about those This lady is just full of talent.
This weeks column is:  It's a Small Crime and I've Got No Excuse........Mental Health Column #18: Stealing  REMEMBER: This column is not a substitute for your Doctor, Pharmacist, Nurse, Emergency Room Personnel Therapist or Psychiatrist | ||
Introducing the " Product Testing Review" Column.
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This column will be submitted each week by Lori's Blog reviews and more A. Lori will take us on the road with her for product testing. It is a great place to learn about new products and share your opinions as well. This weeks column is:   For beauty on the inside my favorite Probiotic       |  Introducing the “Gather Support For Separated Siblings†column.
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This column will be submitted by Gather member Pamela Marks. Pamela will be sharing tips, feelings, and the process to find siblings who have been separated sometime during their lives. You are warned, that these columns will be emotional. You may want to have the tissues handy. Â Â Siblings Separated a True Story Part 15 NOTE: This column is not intended to replace the proper authorities, therapist or other sources of support. | ||
 Introducing “Gather Support For Families With Cancer Columnâ€
       This column will be featured in each Friday/Weekend edition of Today On Gather. Katryn will be sharing how living with a family member who is dealing with cancer , affects her life. She will go into her very heart and share what she is feeling and how she is coping. This column is intended to be a safe place to learn, share and support each other while dealing with cancer. Today's column is:  PET Scan - Weekend of Waiting  |  Introducing “Gather Writing With Len†column.
       These tips are written and shared by Len Maxwell. Len is a talented author and enjoys sharing his tips with others in the Gather community.  Today's Gather Writing With Len Column is:   Capitalization in Writing -- A Tutorial | ||
 Introducing the Free eBooks Specialist:
       Alicia will be doing the weekend column to help you find those books that you long to read, for free. Todays Column is:   Alicia's Weekly FREE eBooks!  |  Introducing the "Computer Tips & Tricks" column:
      Jeff G owns the group Computer Care. He has been sharing information for a long time on gather. However, not too many people have been utilizing the group or the talents of Jeff. So this column will be posted on Friday in an effort to help you with your computer problems and questions. This weeks column is: Bringing Back the Quick Launch Bar!
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  [Gather Writing Essential]Friday's Prompt is up and it's all about our first kisses!            Who doesn't enjoy a funny story every now and then? :-) | Â
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A FEW HELPFUL POSTS:
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 The Benefits Of Starting Your Own Group ~ An Online Filing System |
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       This post is submitted each weekday in an attempt to keep you in the know as to what is happening around the community. It will list the current contests, winners, and important announcements from the gather Staff. It will also spotlight members posts and photos for your viewing pleasure. Connect with Connie C to keep with this post. | Programs and Contests Gather is always adding new contests exclusively for the members of the Gather community. Other companies use the gather community to test their programs and products to get a feel for how they are working in the community. Connect to Stefanie Plum to hear about all these offers and promotions.   |
 Where To Find Things On Gather  Do you often get confused when you are looking for something in particular? You are not alone, it seems that we all forget where things are when we don't access them on a daily basis.  There is a wonderful post written by Gather support Chuck McGuire. It has just about everything you need to know in a simple to read format. |
      In an attempt to get your questions and problems taken care of in a timely manner, Gather has a staff of customer support agents just for your problems. However, keep in mind that they cannot help you if you don't tell them what is going on. Please refer all your questions, concerns, and feedback to the official Gather HELP FORM. The Gather staff will respond (if necessary) by email. The Gather Help Desk will be used for important announcements so feel free to check it out from time to time. Keep In Mind that Gather will email you, at your regular email account NOT your Gather email. |
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Comments: 44
That is strange. Wonder what happened to your email? Is it on gather or your regular email?
You are very welcome. You have a great weekend as well. I am glad you had an opportunity to view the columns.
It is always good to see you. Did you enjoy the columns and other spotlights in this weekend edition?
I don't think I will ever get caught up on gather. I just keep getting more and more behind.
I love doing ceramics. I have a Christis that I made a few years ago that is my favorite piece of ceramics. I hope you enjoy it as much as I did when I used to it. It has been a few years since I made anything though.
How are you making your Christmas Trees? I made a few with coat hangers that really look good
We have to get a new "smaller" tree for the living room, though.....I found one at Super Target that I want to get, as well as some gold/white garlands for the chain link fence outdoors.
One year I did try making the trees with coat hangers, but didn't turn out too good for me.....LOL!
The trees sound beautiful. I do hope you are taking photos to post on gather. Send me the links and I will spotlight them in the Today post
You know, I took my photos and photo note cards over to our Senior Center and showed them to everybody, including our director and the activity director......they went absolutely crazy over them.....said that I had a "real" talent and that I should start selling them, that they were just incredible....people were "oohing" and "aahing"...........I keep getting some "gentle nudges" about this and am thinking that maybe I am supposed to turn this favorite hobby of mine into a business.....but am a bit "afraid" of taking the risk.....guess I'll never know unless I try.
If I ever am able to post the photos here again, I'll be sure to let you know......sure hope and pray you're feeling better and that you'll have a very nice Thanksgiving.
I have not seen you for a long time. How are you doing?
I am glad you enjoyed all the columns and other spotlights in this edition.
How are you doing?
I hope you are doing better.
My body is trying to set a new record for "longest cold ever," so I haven't been on much for the last two weeks. This is a feast for sore eyes. At this moment I'm feeling better. (I thought I was feeling better two days ago, but last night was my worst night with the cold.) Thanks, Connie. This is like a first cup of coffee in the morning - a reminder all is right with the world to be enjoyed.
Sean's eating French Onion Soup. Patricia reminded me that I'm not alone. All's right with the world. Thanks.