Gratitude Month - Week 4 (AKA THE HOME STRETCH)

If you have questions about this assignment, please read the introductory instructions: click here.

Please note: There are nine gratitude bites required this week. 

Sister Jackson's super post for Week 4, the home stretch, the finale of Gratitude Month 2015:

1. Really nice pens are something to be thankful for. And I'm serious. Ever since the invention of the gel pen, writing has become all the more a pleasure.

2. Pillows at hotels are something I am very thankful for. However, not all hotel pillows are created equal, and that's why some people bring their own. I am not that type of person. I take my nightly comfort into my hands by trusting the hotel people, but I have rarely been disappointed.

3. I haven't always had a really nice car, yet having any car should be something to give thanks for. Today, I am thankful for being in a beautiful, safe, loaded, amazing car that affords my family and me so much comfort as we go about our driving adventures.

4. I am grateful for living in this wonderful country. There are flaws. There are problems--even dilemmas. I don't want to focus on those though. As I ponder what is good about America, I see freedom, opportunity, and a future.

5. Family traditions. There are so many of these for me that I want to focus on a few over the next few posts.
The first one I will share is pumpkin pie. I first learned how to make pumpkin pie in my twenties, and as per usual, I wouldn't rest until I changed the recipe enough to call it my own. I make pumpkin pie every Thanksgiving and/or Christmas, and it is a family favorite.

6. I'm thankful for Christmas tree ornaments. My mother began the tradition of getting an ornament for me each year beginning the year I was born, and I have kept up the tradition even after her death. As each Christmas season begins, touching each ornament from Christmases past, I am filled with love and appreciation for the memories I have and the Savior who is at the center.

7. Another tradition to be grateful for is going out to look at Christmas lights. My parents took us out each year at least once, and we'd sing Christmas carols as we drove around enjoying the sparkling lights. The best part about this tradition is that I keep it going with my own children. Every year, we drive around our neighborhood and stop at this house that has a radio station of their own with Christmas songs synced to their light show. It's phenomenal. And speaking of phenomenal, we also go to the Lights at Temple Square most years too. Since moving to northern Utah, we have gone every year except last year when finishing up my degree caused us to not have any time for making the trek.

8. "Is being grateful for being grateful a thing?" said my oldest son. I say it is. Not everyone can or will take time to see what is right in front of them making their life good. I'm grateful that I am able and want to take time to recognize the many things that give me something to look forward to every single day.

9. As this gratitude month challenge closes, I want to express my gratitude for the chance I've had to share my thoughts with all of you. Without an audience, sometimes writing feels empty or devoid of purpose. I am thankful for each one of you. I'm thankful for the conversations we've had about what we find important and worthy of mention. I'm thankful for what you have brought to my mind as you have shared your gratitude bites. I'm thankful for each student who has tried to get over their fear of writing and sharing by just writing and sharing despite the fear.

I'm thankful for being your teacher.

As a bonus since Christmas is now a month away, here is a video of "Silent Night" in Gaelic by Enya. Notice how music brings the words to our minds that we already know. It makes me realize how music is a universal language, and that is how spiritual music leads us to God no matter what language we speak, read, and write.

Oíche Chiúin (Silent Night)

Gratitude Month - Week 3

If you have questions about this assignment, please read the introductory instructions: click here.

Sister Jackson's super post for Week 3:

1. Four years ago, I began writing a blog series titled "Seeking to Become" in an effort to draw closer to Christ as the days of my divorce began to drag upon my soul. I'm thankful my four years ago self recognized a need and did something about it. While there have been a few months here and there when life ran away from itself, I am truly thankful for having these scripture challenges written down in order that I may still draw upon them for focus and spiritual strength.

2. My oldest daughter. This girl has taught me so much. I've learned what it means to truly need others. She shows me in each day what compassion looks like--and it's not because I need to show it to her, but because she shows compassion to all those around her.

3. My oldest son. He teaches me how to not be so serious, how to find the fun in any task. Being able to laugh at how apparently unlucky we have been while recognizing how blessed we continue to be shows me how to be. Furthermore, I am thankful for his kind heart and resilience when faced with seemingly impossible odds.

4. My younger daughter. It is no small thing to see yourself so completely in someone else. When she talks about things she is excited about, I hear myself. Whenever she gets negative about the world around us, I see myself too. Because she is so much like me, she reminds me that I can excel, that I am helpful and kind, and that seeing the world in a positive light is invaluable. Her example helps me remember who I want to be as I see her becoming a wonderful young woman.

5. My baby. Well, he's not a baby anymore. He will be turning ten years old pretty soon, and that's definitely not the time for measuring age by weeks. So anyway. This little boy reaches out to me daily for help. He is able to show me my purpose as a mother in his observations. He shows me that I am a teacher of life and that I need to remember my purpose and who I am in order to help my family the best.

6. Becoming a mother has been transformational for me. I am thankful every day for the things I have learned and am learning in this role. I can hardly imagine who I would be without any children.

7. I've already written about my gratitude for music, but I'd like to take a moment to share my love for spiritually uplifting music. There are many genres that fall into this category, yet there's nothing quite like hymns of the gospel to teach and bless us through their words and beautiful sounds. I'm grateful for the songs that touch my soul, reminding me that there is a God who created me and loves me.

This past week, my son, Christian, shared this song with me. I'd like to thank Brother DeGraff for sharing it with him, so that he could share it with me and bless me by it.  I hope you all enjoy it.

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Gratitude Month - Week 2

If you have questions about this assignment, please read the introductory instructions: click here.

Sister Jackson's super post for Week 2: 

1. Since my parents passed away over a decade ago, I have come to value even more so the family I still have in my life. It's a strange thing to realize that no one on this earth has to love me except for my children, and even then, that's debatable. I am thankful for the blessing of family. I am thankful that families can be eternal. 

2. Road trips are a cheap thrill and one of my favorite types of adventure. I've gone on many road trips with my brothers since we've all been alive, and while I used to feel quite tortured being the only girl on these trips, they are some of my fondest memories. Driving down the highway watching for new things, beautiful things, fun things adds to the conversations in interesting ways, which keeps me happy. 

3. I'm thankful today and everyday for my grandparents. I didn't get to know my father's parents, but I'm thankful for the rich heritage I was given by his father and the example of a strong, determined Christian woman set by his mother. I've grown up knowing my mother's parents, and they are still alive. It's strange for my children to know their great-grandparents and not their grandparents, but we are just glad to have them around still. I love them so very much. My grandma is a selfless, fun-loving woman who teaches me how to love with her unassuming way. My grandpa is someone who is reserved, but once he gets talking, he tells you the most amazing stories. He has lived life with a quiet zest that I can only hope to imitate. 

4. Pine nuts. I know that might sound strange to be thankful for something so small, literally small even, but I enjoy them so much. Pine nuts seem to have always been a rarity wherever I've lived. You can only get them in autumn if you get them from the right places. While I'm at it, I'm also thankful for the people who take the time to pick those things. It must be a tedious task. 

5. If I could choose one common yet wonderful thing for existence to make mention of this month, I'd pick soap. Soap gets us clean at the very least. And even still, there are beautiful soaps for decoration, ones that smell delightful and help us smell that way. There are soaps for hands, hair, bodies, laundry. One of my most favorites is bubble bath. 

6. My heart is full of hope all the time. I want to give thanks for my faith in God and the religion I have embraced that puts this hope there. My life is beautiful despite the pain and suffering. My days are spent with a sense of meaning and fulfillment. I keep my eyes focused on the promised peace that is mine to enjoy as I strengthen my faith in Christ. 

7. Sunshine and fall leaves and the light just before dawn. Crisp mornings and the smell of baked cinnamon and apples. I'm thankful for the seasons changing. I'm glad for something new to remind me that even though this summer brought me tears, I can still find beauty in the world around me and be glad. 

Gratitude Month - Week 1

If you have questions about this assignment, please read the introductory instructions: click here.

Sister Jackson's Super Post for Week One: 

1. It is difficult to know what to write about first when I have so much to be thankful for. I guess I'll express my deep appreciation for being able to write. I love words and communicating with others, and life would not be the same for me if I could not write. Today I am especially thankful that I'm able to share my gratitude over this coming month with you.

2. Taking time out to watch movies with the people I love is one of my favorite things. Whenever we can, my children and I love to flop down on our giant bean bags in the basement and watch movies as a family. When I get together with my lady friends for a girls night out, we go to the movies. When I go to visit family out of state, we try to squeeze in a movie. I have one particular friend that I watch movies with long distance, calling it a watch-along, and it's a cherished time just for us. One thing I don't like much is going to the movies on dates with people I barely know. Nevertheless, watching movies makes me happy, and I am thankful to have access to such a luxury. 

3. I'm grateful for fresh water. That might sound basic to you, but I mean it. Every once in awhile I catch myself taking it for granted; however, as soon as I notice, I correct myself. Not everyone around the world has access to such plentiful and clean water. It is something I hope I never forget to have gratitude for. 

4. Being able to care for my family as well as I do fills me with gratitude and humility. I have strength of mind and body (well, that first part is debatable.); I have a job that I love, which makes it possible for me to provide for their needs as well as mine; and there are innumerable people who give us support in many ways in which I cannot help us. Because of others helping me, I am able to do more than is humanly possible. 

5. I am thankful for music. I enjoy songs from almost every genre created. It began with show tunes in movie musicals and classical music, expanding my horizons to oldies, country/western, and then in the 80s, it exploded from there. My love of music has yet to cool. 

6. My home is a place of comfort for me. I grew up in the same house since I was two years old, and it's still owned by my family, so settling in somewhere of my own has felt right. Although, over the past year, I have realized that home is where the heart is, so I don't feel so attached to the actual location but more of the idea of home. Having a place to share with my loved ones, to spend time and to feel safe and cherished with them, grants peace in my crazy world. My heart is full at these thoughts. 

7. I'm truly thankful for flowers. I love fragrant flowers, beautiful flowers, spring tulips and lilacs, summer roses and sunflowers, and all of the more rare autumn blooms. Flowers in my yard, hanging in baskets, or cut in a vase, there's something about flowers that I love. 

Gratitude Month - Introduction

What to expect: 

1. The first blog post will open on November 3. One blog post will open each week for the month of November.
2. You will write one super post* per week. You determine which day you will complete the assignment, so long as it is complete by Saturday night of the corresponding week before 9:00 p.m. MST to be considered on-time.
3. Seven gratitude bites** will be required as part of the super post for each of the first three weeks.
4. The last nine gratitude bites will be due in one super post no later than Tuesday, December 1 at 9:00 p.m. MST to be considered on-time. (DES who are working at a different pace, you will have until the DE deadline.)

*Super posts must include seven gratitude bites representing the seven days included in one week, except for the last week requiring nine because of the Thanksgiving holiday.

**Gratitude bites are a short paragraph of 3-5 sentences, and their theme should be what you're thankful for.


Community Expectations: 

Replies are required to receive full credit. Minimum three replies on three separate super posts per week constitutes full participation.

Remember to be encouraging, sharing, and positive. Constructive criticisms are welcome, but be careful in your wording because it is easy to misinterpret written word. Any blatant negativity will be deleted and participation points will be taken away.

Throughout Gratitude Month: 

Each student will sign up to report on one gratitude bite as part of the writing project. Expanding the original bite, you can choose to write an essay, do a class presentation, or create a YouTube video***. For DES, if you do not have the ability to do a shareable video, please write an essay.

Be prepared to present your bite on the date you sign up.

For DES who are doing this assignment on a later schedule, please do whichever option you'd like. If time permits, we will watch them as a class, but if not, I will certainly watch your video presentations.

***Please set all YouTube videos that you create for class to "Unlisted" and share the link with me via email. Doing so will ensure your privacy on the internet.

I look forward to sharing our gratitude bites as a class community.

Star Stick by the Nacho Squadron

http://play.magneticpoetry.com/poem/Geek/kit/29475/?h=8c69d1fcced91be839b4d631779ad28a

Galactic Battle by The Star Squadron

http://play.magneticpoetry.com/poem/Geek/kit/29476/?h=0aef1fec6725d773dbd2c46fdd7dd90f

Droidy Server by Erin B.

http://play.magneticpoetry.com/poem/Geek/kit/29490/?h=d41d8cd98f00b204e9800998ecf8427e

Futuristic Technology Problems by Phaser I

http://play.magneticpoetry.com/poem/Geek/kit/29494/?h=d41d8cd98f00b204e9800998ecf8427e

Wifi Nachos by Grandma Norma's Tan Lines

http://play.magneticpoetry.com/poem/Geek/kit/29496/?h=8c69d1fcced91be839b4d631779ad28a

going to microwave empire to buy laptop by Charity

http://play.magneticpoetry.com/poem/Geek/kit/29498/?h=43f8f0e8980a15284587fb85aa429bbf

Uncooperative Technology by Paige A.

http://play.magneticpoetry.com/poem/Geek/kit/29500/?h=8002fed2ccd9ef28d7b9eb4c703c8c72

Outer Space by Hannah P.

http://play.magneticpoetry.com/poem/Geek/kit/29501/?h=fe9f65adac57baa7685fba74cce9c0df

Gigadroid by the Wedding Plannerz

http://play.magneticpoetry.com/poem/Geek/kit/29531/?h=8c69d1fcced91be839b4d631779ad28a

My Crazy Fortress by Austin O.

http://play.magneticpoetry.com/poem/Geek/kit/29493

NTIMidation by Grandma Norma's Tan Lines

http://play.magneticpoetry.com/poem/Geek/kit/29512/?h=8c69d1fcced91be839b4d631779ad28a

Ntimidation by Ntim

http://play.magneticpoetry.com/poem/Geek/kit/29514/?h=c5bdf4b7c99af389b7ace5da8f7980c9

My Mission by the Upgrader

http://play.magneticpoetry.com/poem/Geek/kit/29521/?h=d41d8cd98f00b204e9800998ecf8427e

Action Bot by Grandma Norma's Tan Lines

http://play.magneticpoetry.com/poem/Geek/kit/29526/?h=8c69d1fcced91be839b4d631779ad28a

Galactic Girl by the Wedding Plannerz

http://play.magneticpoetry.com/poem/Geek/kit/29553/?h=8c69d1fcced91be839b4d631779ad28a

Magnetic Poetry by Sada W.

http://play.magneticpoetry.com/poem/Geek/kit/29602/?h=db9407926618bcb432e0d9b73621297d

Magnetic Poetry by Jacob M.

http://play.magneticpoetry.com/poem/Nature/kit/29739/?h=0aef1fec6725d773dbd2c46fdd7dd90f

Magnetic Poetry by Bekah

http://play.magneticpoetry.com/poem/Geek/kit/29896/?h=03bfe8841fc762b86145da26aabde201

Poetry: Final Week!

National Poetry Month Project

Remember: Only FOUR poems will be required this week.

By the end of the month, you should have posted a total of 30 poems (for an average of one per day).


Please make comments! Feedback is always helpful. 

A good idea: Scan for someone's work that you haven't read yet and leave them a comment. 


POETRY PRESENTATION DUE: MONDAY, MAY 4.  

Each student will present their best/favorite poem to the class. You can create a YouTube video*, a dramatic audio recording, or read it aloud in class. For DE's, if you do not have the ability to do a shareable video or audio recording, you may send the poem to me, and I will read it for you. This last option is a last resort because you will not experience the public speaking portion of the assignment.

*Please set all YouTube videos that you create for class to "Unlisted" and share the link with me via email. Doing so will ensure your privacy on the internet.

Be prepared to present your poem in whichever form you choose on Monday, May 4, 2015. 

This assignment will be worth 100 points total: 

60 points for the poems (2 points per poem) 

40 points for the presentation. 

Poetry: Week 4

National Poetry Month Project

After the first week: 
1. A blog post will open up each Monday instead of every single day.
2. Super posts must include seven poems representing the seven days included in one week.
3. By the end of the month, you should have posted a total of 30 poems (for an average of one per day).


Don't forget to make constructive comments! 


At the end of National Poetry Month: 

Each student will present their best/favorite poem to the class. You can create a YouTube video*, a dramatic audio recording, or read it aloud in class. For DE's, if you do not have the ability to do a shareable video or audio recording, you may send the poem to me, and I will read it for you. This last option is a last resort because you will not experience the public speaking portion of the assignment.

*Please set all YouTube videos that you create for class to "Unlisted" and share the link with me via email. Doing so will ensure your privacy on the internet.

Be prepared to present your poem in whichever form you choose on Monday, May 4, 2015. 

This assignment will be worth 100 points total: 

60 points for the poems (2 points per poem) 

40 points for the presentation. 

Poetry: Week 3

National Poetry Month Project

After the first week: 
1. A blog post will open up each Monday instead of every single day.
2. Super posts must include seven poems representing the seven days included in one week.
3. By the end of the month, you should have posted a total of 30 poems (for an average of one per day).

What will be the same as the Slice of Life Story Challenge: 

Building on our classroom community that we have developed, comments are encouraged. Remember to be encouraging, sharing, and positive. Any negativity will be deleted and participation points will be taken away.


At the end of National Poetry Month: 

Each student will present their best/favorite poem to the class. You can create a YouTube video*, a dramatic audio recording, or read it aloud in class. For DE's, if you do not have the ability to do a shareable video or audio recording, you may send the poem to me, and I will read it for you. This last option is a last resort because you will not experience the public speaking portion of the assignment.

*Please set all YouTube videos that you create for class to "Unlisted" and share the link with me via email. Doing so will ensure your privacy on the internet.

Be prepared to present your poem in whichever form you choose on Monday, May 4, 2015. 

This assignment will be worth 100 points total: 

60 points for the poems (2 points per poem) 

40 points for the presentation. 

Poetry: Week 2

National Poetry Month Project.

After the first week: 
1. A blog post will open up each Monday instead of every single day.
2. Super posts must include seven poems representing the seven days included in one week.
3. By the end of the month, you should have posted a total of 30 poems (for an average of one per day).


What will be the same as the Slice of Life Story Challenge: 

Building on our classroom community that we have developed, comments are encouraged. Remember to be encouraging, sharing, and positive. Any negativity will be deleted and participation points will be taken away.


At the end of National Poetry Month: 

Each student will present their best/favorite poem to the class. You can create a YouTube video*, a dramatic audio recording, or read it aloud in class. For DE's, if you do not have the ability to do a shareable video or audio recording, you may send the poem to me, and I will read it for you. This last option is a last resort because you will not experience the public speaking portion of the assignment.

*Please set all YouTube videos that you create for class to "Unlisted" and share the link with me via email. Doing so will ensure your privacy on the internet.

Be prepared to present your poem in whichever form you choose on Monday, May 4, 2015. 

This assignment will be worth 100 points total: 

60 points for the poems (2 points per poem) 

40 points for the presentation. 

Poetry: Week 1

National Poetry Month Project

Here is what to expect: 
1. The first blog post will open on April 1. One blog post will open each week instead of every day.
2. You will write one "super post" per week. You determine which day you will complete the assignment, so long as it is complete by Saturday night of the corresponding week before 9:00 p.m.
3. Five poems will be required the first week.
4. Only four poems will be required the last week.

After the first week: 
1. A blog post will open up each Monday instead of every single day.
2. Super posts must include seven poems representing the seven days included in one week.
3. By the end of the month, you should have posted a total of 30 poems (for an average of one per day).


What will be the same as the Slice of Life Story Challenge: 

Building on our classroom community that we have developed, comments are encouraged. Remember to be encouraging, sharing, and positive. Any negativity will be deleted and participation points will be taken away.


At the end of National Poetry Month: 

Each student will present their best/favorite poem to the class. You can create a YouTube video*, a dramatic audio recording, or read it aloud in class. For DE's, if you do not have the ability to do a shareable video or audio recording, you may send the poem to me, and I will read it for you. This last option is a last resort because you will not experience the public speaking portion of the assignment.

*Please set all YouTube videos that you create for class to "Unlisted" and share the link with me via email. Doing so will ensure your privacy on the internet.

Be prepared to present your poem in whichever form you choose on Monday, May 4, 2015. 

This assignment will be worth 100 points total: 

60 points for the poems (average 2 points per poem) 

40 points for the presentation. 

For any students who would like a prompt for the week, I will include a photograph each week to set a theme for you. It is NOT required that you use the photo prompt; it is merely a tool for anyone suffering from writer's block. 

DAY 31: YOU DID IT!!!

For the last slice of life of this year's writing challenge, write a paragraph explaining something that you enjoyed about or gained from participating in the challenge. 


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Also, please remember that tomorrow begins National Poetry Month. The writing expectations will differ from the Slice of Life Story Challenge. 

Here is what to expect: 
1. The first blog post will open on April 1. One blog post will open each week instead of every day.
2. You will write one "super post" per week. You determine which day you will complete the assignment, so long as it is complete by Saturday night of the corresponding week before 9:00 p.m.
3. Five poems will be required the first week.
4. Only four poems will be required the last week.

After the first week: 
1. A blog post will open up each Monday instead of every single day.
2. Super posts must include seven poems representing the seven days included in one week.
3. By the end of the month, you should have posted a total of 30 poems (for an average of one per day).


What will be the same as the Slice of Life Story Challenge: 

Building on our classroom community that we have developed, comments are encouraged. Remember to be encouraging, sharing, and positive. Any negativity will be deleted and participation points will be taken away.


At the end of National Poetry Month: 

Each student will present their best/favorite poem to the class. You can create a YouTube video*, a dramatic audio recording, or read it aloud in class. For DE's, if you do not have the ability to do a shareable video or audio recording, you may send the poem to me, and I will read it for you. This last option is a last resort because you will not experience the public speaking portion of the assignment.

*Please set all YouTube videos that you create for class to "Unlisted" and share the link with me via email. Doing so will ensure your privacy on the internet.

Be prepared to present your poem in whichever form you choose on Monday, May 4, 2015. 

This assignment will be worth 100 points total: 

60 points for the poems (2 points per poem) 

40 points for the presentation. 

Slice of Life: DAY 30

Remember that you are writing a snippet of your life, a slice, not giving us the whole pie, so write well but write with brevity. 

After you post your slice, strive to comment on at least three other slices. 

How to get entries into the raffle at the end of the challenge: 

1. Post your slice here BY 9 PM (MDT). For each time you post, you get an entry. 
2. Comment on other slices at anytime throughout the challenge. For every five thoughtful comments that you make, you get an entry. 
3. Slice every day for the entire month (31 days), and you will get an entry into a special drawing. 

Slice of Life: DAY 29

Remember that you are writing a snippet of your life, a slice, not giving us the whole pie, so write well but write with brevity. 

After you post your slice, strive to comment on at least three other slices. 

How to get entries into the raffle at the end of the challenge: 

1. Post your slice here BY 9 PM (MDT). For each time you post, you get an entry. 
2. Comment on other slices at anytime throughout the challenge. For every five thoughtful comments that you make, you get an entry. 
3. Slice every day for the entire month (31 days), and you will get an entry into a special drawing. 

Slice of Life: DAY 28

Remember that you are writing a snippet of your life, a slice, not giving us the whole pie, so write well but write with brevity. 

After you post your slice, strive to comment on at least three other slices. 

How to get entries into the raffle at the end of the challenge: 

1. Post your slice here BY 9 PM (MDT). For each time you post, you get an entry. 
2. Comment on other slices at anytime throughout the challenge. For every five thoughtful comments that you make, you get an entry. 
3. Slice every day for the entire month (31 days), and you will get an entry into a special drawing. 

Slice of Life: DAY 27

Remember that you are writing a snippet of your life, a slice, not giving us the whole pie, so write well but write with brevity. 

After you post your slice, strive to comment on at least three other slices. 

How to get entries into the raffle at the end of the challenge: 

1. Post your slice here BY 9 PM (MDT). For each time you post, you get an entry. 
2. Comment on other slices at anytime throughout the challenge. For every five thoughtful comments that you make, you get an entry. 
3. Slice every day for the entire month (31 days), and you will get an entry into a special drawing. 

DAY 26: ONLY FIVE LEFT AFTER TODAY!

Remember that you are writing a snippet of your life, a slice, not giving us the whole pie, so write well but write with brevity. 

After you post your slice, strive to comment on at least three other slices. 

How to get entries into the raffle at the end of the challenge: 

1. Post your slice here BY 9 PM (MDT). For each time you post, you get an entry. 
2. Comment on other slices at anytime throughout the challenge. For every five thoughtful comments that you make, you get an entry. 
3. Slice every day for the entire month (31 days), and you will get an entry into a special drawing. d

Slice of Life: DAY 25

Remember that you are writing a snippet of your life, a slice, not giving us the whole pie, so write well but write with brevity. 

After you post your slice, strive to comment on at least three other slices. 

How to get entries into the raffle at the end of the challenge: 

1. Post your slice here BY 9 PM (MDT). For each time you post, you get an entry. 
2. Comment on other slices at anytime throughout the challenge. For every five thoughtful comments that you make, you get an entry. 
3. Slice every day for the entire month (31 days), and you will get an entry into a special drawing. 

Slice of Life: DAY 24

Remember that you are writing a snippet of your life, a slice, not giving us the whole pie, so write well but write with brevity. 

After you post your slice, strive to comment on at least three other slices. 

How to get entries into the raffle at the end of the challenge: 

1. Post your slice here BY 9 PM (MDT). For each time you post, you get an entry. 
2. Comment on other slices at anytime throughout the challenge. For every five thoughtful comments that you make, you get an entry. 
3. Slice every day for the entire month (31 days), and you will get an entry into a special drawing. 

Slice of Life: DAY 23

Remember that you are writing a snippet of your life, a slice, not giving us the whole pie, so write well but write with brevity. 

After you post your slice, strive to comment on at least three other slices. 

How to get entries into the raffle at the end of the challenge: 

1. Post your slice here BY 9 PM (MDT). For each time you post, you get an entry. 
2. Comment on other slices at anytime throughout the challenge. For every five thoughtful comments that you make, you get an entry. 
3. Slice every day for the entire month (31 days), and you will get an entry into a special drawing. 

Slice of Life: DAY 22

Remember that you are writing a snippet of your life, a slice, not giving us the whole pie, so write well but write with brevity. 

After you post your slice, strive to comment on at least three other slices. 

How to get entries into the raffle at the end of the challenge: 

1. Post your slice here BY 9 PM (MDT). For each time you post, you get an entry. 
2. Comment on other slices at anytime throughout the challenge. For every five thoughtful comments that you make, you get an entry. 
3. Slice every day for the entire month (31 days), and you will get an entry into a special drawing. 

Slice of Life: DAY 21

Remember that you are writing a snippet of your life, a slice, not giving us the whole pie, so write well but write with brevity. 

After you post your slice, strive to comment on at least three other slices. 

How to get entries into the raffle at the end of the challenge: 

1. Post your slice here BY 9 PM (MDT). For each time you post, you get an entry. 
2. Comment on other slices at anytime throughout the challenge. For every five thoughtful comments that you make, you get an entry. 
3. Slice every day for the entire month (31 days), and you will get an entry into a special drawing. 

Slice of Life: DAY 20

Remember that you are writing a snippet of your life, a slice, not giving us the whole pie, so write well but write with brevity. 

After you post your slice, strive to comment on at least three other slices. 

How to get entries into the raffle at the end of the challenge: 

1. Post your slice here BY 9 PM (MDT). For each time you post, you get an entry. 
2. Comment on other slices at anytime throughout the challenge. For every five thoughtful comments that you make, you get an entry. 
3. Slice every day for the entire month (31 days), and you will get an entry into a special drawing. 

Slice of Life: DAY 19

Remember that you are writing a snippet of your life, a slice, not giving us the whole pie, so write well but write with brevity. 

After you post your slice, strive to comment on at least three other slices. 

How to get entries into the raffle at the end of the challenge: 

1. Post your slice here BY 9 PM (MDT). For each time you post, you get an entry. 
2. Comment on other slices at anytime throughout the challenge. For every five thoughtful comments that you make, you get an entry. 
3. Slice every day for the entire month (31 days), and you will get an entry into a special drawing. 

Slice of Life: DAY 18

Remember that you are writing a snippet of your life, a slice, not giving us the whole pie, so write well but write with brevity. 

After you post your slice, strive to comment on at least three other slices. 

How to get entries into the raffle at the end of the challenge: 

1. Post your slice here BY 9 PM (MDT). For each time you post, you get an entry. 
2. Comment on other slices at anytime throughout the challenge. For every five thoughtful comments that you make, you get an entry. 
3. Slice every day for the entire month (31 days), and you will get an entry into a special drawing. 

Slice of Life: DAY 17

Remember that you are writing a snippet of your life, a slice, not giving us the whole pie, so write well but write with brevity. 

After you post your slice, strive to comment on at least three other slices. 

How to get entries into the raffle at the end of the challenge: 

1. Post your slice here BY 9 PM (MDT). For each time you post, you get an entry. 
2. Comment on other slices at anytime throughout the challenge. For every five thoughtful comments that you make, you get an entry. 
3. Slice every day for the entire month (31 days), and you will get an entry into a special drawing. 

DAY 16: YOU'RE HALF WAY THERE!

Remember that you are writing a snippet of your life, a slice, not giving us the whole pie, so write well but write with brevity. 

After you post your slice, strive to comment on at least three other slices. 

How to get entries into the raffle at the end of the challenge: 

1. Post your slice here BY 9 PM (MDT). For each time you post, you get an entry. 
2. Comment on other slices at anytime throughout the challenge. For every five thoughtful comments that you make, you get an entry. 
3. Slice every day for the entire month (31 days), and you will get an entry into a special drawing. 

Slice of Life: DAY 15

Remember that you are writing a snippet of your life, a slice, not giving us the whole pie, so write well but write with brevity. 

After you post your slice, strive to comment on at least three other slices. 

How to get entries into the raffle at the end of the challenge: 

1. Post your slice here BY 9 PM (MDT). For each time you post, you get an entry. 
2. Comment on other slices at anytime throughout the challenge. For every five thoughtful comments that you make, you get an entry. 
3. Slice every day for the entire month (31 days), and you will get an entry into a special drawing. 

Slice of Life: DAY 14

Remember that you are writing a snippet of your life, a slice, not giving us the whole pie, so write well but write with brevity. 

After you post your slice, strive to comment on at least three other slices. 

How to get entries into the raffle at the end of the challenge: 

1. Post your slice here BY 9 PM (MDT). For each time you post, you get an entry. 
2. Comment on other slices at anytime throughout the challenge. For every five thoughtful comments that you make, you get an entry. 
3. Slice every day for the entire month (31 days), and you will get an entry into a special drawing. 

Slice of Life: DAY 13

Remember that you are writing a snippet of your life, a slice, not giving us the whole pie, so write well but write with brevity. 

After you post your slice, strive to comment on at least three other slices. 

How to get entries into the raffle at the end of the challenge: 

1. Post your slice here BY 9 PM (MDT). For each time you post, you get an entry. 
2. Comment on other slices at anytime throughout the challenge. For every five thoughtful comments that you make, you get an entry. 
3. Slice every day for the entire month (31 days), and you will get an entry into a special drawing. 

Slice of Life: DAY 12

Remember that you are writing a snippet of your life, a slice, not giving us the whole pie, so write well but write with brevity. 

After you post your slice, strive to comment on at least three other slices. 

How to get entries into the raffle at the end of the challenge: 

1. Post your slice here BY 9 PM (MDT). For each time you post, you get an entry. 
2. Comment on other slices at anytime throughout the challenge. For every five thoughtful comments that you make, you get an entry. 
3. Slice every day for the entire month (31 days), and you will get an entry into a special drawing. 

Slice of Life: DAY 11

Remember that you are writing a snippet of your life, a slice, not giving us the whole pie, so write well but write with brevity. 

After you post your slice, strive to comment on at least three other slices. 

How to get entries into the raffle at the end of the challenge: 

1. Post your slice here BY 9 PM (MDT). For each time you post, you get an entry. 
2. Comment on other slices at anytime throughout the challenge. For every five thoughtful comments that you make, you get an entry. 
3. Slice every day for the entire month (31 days), and you will get an entry into a special drawing. 

Slice of Life: DAY 10

Remember that you are writing a snippet of your life, a slice, not giving us the whole pie, so write well but write with brevity. 

After you post your slice, strive to comment on at least three other slices. 

How to get entries into the raffle at the end of the challenge: 

1. Post your slice here BY 9 PM (MDT). For each time you post, you get an entry. 
2. Comment on other slices at anytime throughout the challenge. For every five thoughtful comments that you make, you get an entry. 
3. Slice every day for the entire month (31 days), and you will get an entry into a special drawing. 

Slice of Life: DAY 9

Remember that you are writing a snippet of your life, a slice, not giving us the whole pie, so write well but write with brevity. 

After you post your slice, strive to comment on at least three other slices. 

How to get entries into the raffle at the end of the challenge: 

1. Post your slice here BY 9 PM (MDT). For each time you post, you get an entry. 
2. Comment on other slices at anytime throughout the challenge. For every five thoughtful comments that you make, you get an entry. 
3. Slice every day for the entire month (31 days), and you will get an entry into a special drawing. 

Slice of Life: DAY 8

Remember that you are writing a snippet of your life, a slice, not giving us the whole pie, so write well but write with brevity. 

After you post your slice, strive to comment on at least three other slices. 

How to get entries into the raffle at the end of the challenge: 

1. Post your slice here BY 9 PM (MDT). For each time you post, you get an entry. 
2. Comment on other slices at anytime throughout the challenge. For every five thoughtful comments that you make, you get an entry. 
3. Slice every day for the entire month (31 days), and you will get an entry into a special drawing.