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The website content is a personal article titled "My Happy List," which details the author's gratitude, writing endeavors, and community resources that contribute to their happiness in 2022.

Abstract

"My Happy List" is an uplifting piece where the author expresses daily gratitude and shares a list of ten things that bring joy and fulfillment to their life. These include cherished relationships with friends and family, professional development through writing workshops, and engagement with the writing community on platforms like Medium. The author highlights their own writing achievements, such as articles on no-bake strawberry shortcake recipes and the closure of Checkers locations in Philadelphia. They also acknowledge the work of other writers and poets who inspire them. The list extends to include participation in a virtual writing camp, favorite TV shows, culinary experiences, health and wellness products, and free community events. The article concludes with a thank you to the readers and a note that it is a revised version of a story originally published on News Break.

Opinions

  • The author values their support system, particularly the love and acceptance from friends and family.
  • They find Solutions Journalism's writing workshop beneficial for finding solutions while maintaining journalistic integrity.
  • Medium.com is praised for providing a platform for writing, reading, and community engagement, reigniting the author's passion for writing.
  • The author expresses admiration for Dr. Mehmet Yildiz's work on metabolic syndrome and insulin resistance.
  • Toni Crowe is recognized as a prolific writer and gifted storyteller.
  • KSHernandez is highlighted as an amazing poet.
  • The author congratulates Kern Carter on his latest novel, "Boys and Girls Screaming."
  • NaNoWriMo's virtual writing camp is appreciated for supporting the author's long-term writing goals.
  • The author enjoys a variety of TV shows, including comedy specials and series like "Abbott Elementary" and "The Ozarks."
  • Culinary delights such as Spicy Berbere Lentil Chili and the Best Classic Hummus Recipe are recommended, along with kitchen gadgets like the Hamilton Beach Toaster Oven and Air Fryer.
  • Calabash Tea's TeaTox and Matcha are currently the author's favorite beverages.
  • Deke's BBQ is suggested as a good place to eat.
  • Organic, cold-pressed, extra virgin coconut oil is endorsed for bath, body, and face care.
  • The Refresh Writer’s Room is noted for hosting free, bi-weekly community events.

My Happy List

Fun, free writing and community resources, recipes, and more

Photo by Nick Owuor (astro.nic.visuals) on Unsplash

Every morning I try to wake up and thank God for all my blessings and list at least 10 things I’m grateful for. This helps me stay focused and centered. Happiness is a choice. Oprah has her Favorite Things -

Here’s my Happy List for 2022:

1. Friends and family — I’m blessed to have friends and family who love, support, and accept my flaws and all. Shoutout to my Aunties — for prayer and meatloaf

2. What I Learned — I attended a great writing workshop from Solutions Journalism that focuses on finding solutions while maintaining journalistic integrity

3. What I’m Writing/Reading — Medium.com is where I write, read, and find community. Medium has inspired me to dust the cobwebs off my brain and try my hand at writing again… since my college days (many, many moons ago). This week I wrote about 5 No-Bake Strawberry Shortcake Recipes.

I’m also writing on News Break… Here is my latest story —

Dr Mehmet Yildiz his work on metabolic syndrome and insulin resistance is amazing

Toni Crowe prolific writer and gifted storyteller

KSHernandez amazing poet

Benny Lim, Roz Warren, Tori Franklin, Carmellita, Janice M. Flanders, Dr. Preeti Singh, Julius Evans, Melanie J., Cholia 'Lia' Johnson, Creator's Hub

Congratulations to Kern Carter on his latest novel: Boys and Girls Screaming

4. Writing Resources — NaNoWriMo is hosting a virtual writing camp this month and although I’m struggling, it’s good to know there’s a program and community that supports my long-term writing goals.

5. What I’m Watching — Abbott Elementary, The Ozarks, Comedians: I’ve binge-watched comedy specials from Tiffany Haddish’s They Ready, and Hot Tamales (featuring female comics), Yvonne Orji and Michelle Buteau, The Daily Show, and Beyond the Scenes with Roy Wood, Jr., and Nikki Glaser

6. In the kitchen — Flights and Food’s Spicy Berbere Lentil Chili and Veena Azmanov’s Best Hummus Recipe; Gadgets and Helpers: Hamilton Beach Toaster Oven and Air Fryer

7. Sippy’s and Snacks — Calabash Tea’s TeaTox, and Matcha are my favorites (right now)

8. Where to Eat In The Streets — Deke’s BBQ

9. Bath, Body, and Face — Organic, cold-pressed, extra virgin coconut oil

10. Free Community Events — The Refresh Writer’s Room hosts free, bi-weekly Saturdays at 10:30 am EST

Thank you for reading!

This is a revised version of a story originally published on News Break.

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