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11:13:00 PM EDT

~ A Little of This and That and a couple Picks ~

             

Hi!  My name is Donna, some of you know me by D.  I live in the Great White North, also known as Western New York.  I've been part of AOL's journal community since June of 2005.  I started writing to fill some spare time.  Though I work full time my son is grown and my evenings were idle, unless or course there is hockey on.  It started out with the idea of doing a hockey journal, hence the name.  As I added more personal type entries I wanted graphics to fit.  It was easier to make my own then hunt down one to use.  That started a journey.  A journey of making graphics, meeting wonderful folks, and getting into photography.  I would never have thought I'd become so addicted......... :::sigh::: but I have.  Better this then something else, eh?  This, that, and Hockey is just that, lots of graphics and tag offers.  Personal pictures and collages.  Some stories scattered in between.
 
Not too long ago Vish sent me an email inviting me to be Guest Editor.  I was flattered and of course excepted immediately.  The object is to give exposure to different journals.  How hard could it be to pick a few journals and spotlight them? 
 
So I sat down and started looking at journals.  Thinking hard on who and what to spotlight.  How the hell do I pick a few?  Some have been chosen already.  Some are private for various reasons.    Lots are already on the most commented journal list regularly.  It was not easy narrowing down the choices.  Not one bit.  I wanted to put everyone here.  Such great reads out there!!  The catch is I had to narrow it down.   I hope I've succeeded in giving you something a bit different.
 
~ Guido - Call for Support 
Guido actually put this journal together and set it up, but it is for all of JLand.  Not your traditional 'read' but it's what the community represents.  It is a place we can all go to ask for support when needed.  Whether it be for yourself or someone else.  If you don't already have it you might want to stop by and set your alerts.
 
Ok, I'll admit the title of the blog drew me in.  Why wouldn't it?  I live in Buffalo and see a gazillion squirrels, so I was nosey.   What I found was a lady who moved to a new area to follow a dream of being a Doctor.  It's an awesome read.  It also gives me a different view of my home town.
 
Joyce is a newbie to JLand or at least writing.  She was worried about what she'd write.  OMG!!  She sucks you in with her stories.  Her simple life?  LOL  Yeah right!  She will make you laugh right out loud.  Give her a read I'm sure you'll find something of interest.
 
~ Michael - Greenspaces.com
Michael had stopped at my journal a few times and left some comments regarding my photo's.  He then followed through on an idea he had to do a journal on the environment and what we can do to help.  In addition to great tips he also has great photo's.  I hope you'll stop by and take a look. 
 
Now I could go on and on with more wonderful journals, but I am afraid I'd never stop.  Besides, I will leave some for the next Guest Editor.   Thanks for taking the time to read and check out the above journals
 
Hugs
~d



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  • #17 Comment from helmswondermom 
    4/17/08 8:09 AM Permalink
    I'm playing catch up here.  Great job on your picks!
    Lori
    http://journals.aol.com/helmswondermom/DustyPages/
  • #16 Comment from chat2missie 
    4/7/08 8:12 AM Permalink
    Great entry Donna!  Congrats to you!
    Missie
  • #15 Comment from kirkbyj05 
    4/6/08 4:44 PM Permalink
    Congratulations on being chosen as guest editor Donna.  I visit a couple of your choices already but will make time soon to visit with the others.
    Jeanie xxxx
  • #14 Comment from mutualaide 
    4/6/08 9:10 AM Permalink
    I only know one of these journals, so this should be fun .... and cost me more time. LOL!!!!
  • #13 Comment from queeniemart 
    4/5/08 11:07 PM Permalink
    Guido is the beacon for J land and you are the anchor. I am glad you had this chance to show off your friends. Love ya
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