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Summary

Mary Chang, the editor of the Six Word Photo Story Challenge publication, invites readers to participate in January's photo story challenge themed "Self," inspired by the joy of playful interaction with her son and the launch of Hollie Petit's new publication, "Everything Fun."

Abstract

The website content reflects a personal and engaging narrative by Mary Chang, who encourages a playful approach to life and storytelling. She recounts the fun experience of creating a makeshift "hot tub" or "mini pool" with her son, emphasizing the importance of enjoying life like a child. This anecdote serves as a prelude to the announcement of the January Six Word Photo Story Challenge with the theme "Self." The challenge is part of the Six Word Photo Story Challenge publication, which Chang edits. She also pays tribute to Hollie Petit, Ph.D., for starting "Everything Fun," a new publication on Medium. The January challenge is open for submissions with specific formatting guidelines and deadlines, and participants are encouraged to use previous stories from the publication as templates for formatting their entries.

Opinions

  • Mary Chang values the act of playing and its ability to bring joy and creativity into one's life.
  • The author believes in the power of photography and concise storytelling to convey deep and meaningful narratives.
  • There is an evident appreciation for community and collaboration within the Medium writing platform, as shown by the dedication to Hollie Petit and the encouragement for writers to participate in the challenge.
  • The importance of following guidelines for publication is stressed, indicating a commitment to maintaining a professional standard in the Six Word Photo Story Challenge publication.
  • Chang's personal mantra, "Fueled by cartwheels, laughter, and encouraging people to shine," suggests a philosophy of positivity and empowerment, both for herself and the writers she encourages to share their stories.
Photo of the author taken by author’s son.

Photography, Nature, Writing Prompt

Splash of Fun

January Six Word Photo Story Challenge: “Self”

Playtime never ends with a kid!

My son and I dug this hole and filled it up with water with the intent to build a “hot tub” to soak our feet or a “mini pool” to jump into and make a splash! Guess which one was more fun? Ever since the birth of my son, I try to get down and play like a child — the fun never stops. If I look silly, it doesn’t matter — we play together and create our own joy.

Play like nobody’s watching.

Speaking of fun, this story is dedicated to Hollie Petit, Ph.D. for launching her new publication, Everything Fun — check it out! Good luck, Hollie — wishing you fun, joy, and success with your new endeavor!

Can you tell a story in six words inspired by a photo taken by yourself?

If you’d like to submit to the Six Word Photo Story Challenge and participate in January’s “Self” Challenge, see full details and rules below.

The January “Self” challenge is open for submissions from Tues, January 4, and closes Mon, January 31, 2021, at NOON, PACIFIC STANDARD TIME.

NOTE: Stories not formatted correctly or that require edits will delay publication or may not be accepted. Formatting guidelines are unique to this publication — please read them thoroughly.

Please ensure to read the submission guidelines!

Formatting hint: If you’ve already published in Six Word Photo Story Challenge publication, view your last story published on this publication, and use it as a template. Copy the entire photo and story (by going into the edit mode) and paste it into a new story. Then edit that newly pasted story and create a new story and replace the pasted photo with a new photo for the new story.

About the Writer

Mary Chang is the editor of the Six Word Photo Story Challenge publication — inspired by her original 6-Word Photo Story Summer Challenge writing prompt (2021) on Medium. She’s also a writer, parent, and fitness enthusiast who takes a good photo sometimes — and loves creating monthly challenges.

Fueled by cartwheels, laughter, and encouraging people to shine. Read her blog at www.marychangstorywriter.com

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