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I was wrong. I was out of line. I was full of frustration and anger. I allowed all of my thoughts and disappointments to boil over, and having nowhere to release my emotions, I exploded.

When we keep our emotions bottled up, it can be disastrous. Like a pressure cooker of canned goods, we let off steam in order to release the tension that builds up inside. “Pressure cookers have a reputation as a dangerous method of cooking with the risk of explosion (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pressure_cooki… Continue

Posted on September 17, 2009 at 9:29am —

God's Creation and My Frustration

As I drove into the park that morning, I noticed the ducks happily wading through the pond. It was a dismal day and the rain was dampening my spirit.

When I made plans for that day earlier in the week, they were perfect: Wake up to the sun shining and the birds singing; drink my morning coffee with bliss while looking out at the massive mountain called Rainer; meet with my writer's group in the park to discuss God's creation . To my dismay, that wasn't the reality I found myself in.

Often time… Continue

Posted on June 10, 2009 at 11:30am — 1 Comment

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When did you start writing for God?: When I became a born-again Christian. I started writing the same week I gave my heart to Christ. I started writing poems (nothing really note-worthy, but they rhymed), then a few years later devotions. I found myself going to an annual writer's conference at Mt. Hermon Christian Conference Center (3 years), and here I am, getting serious about my writing for God. Haven't learned it all yet, but pressing in to Him as He leads. =)

What is your primary writing genre?: Fiction, Non-fiction, Other

Are you published?: My first publication was posted on http://www.accountingweb.com/ in April 2008. I wrote a blog on filing taxes late, and a friend (Alease) directed me to their page, where I submitted it.

My second publication "10 Ways CPA'S RECOGNIZE TAX SEASON" was posted at http://www.accountingweb.com on 1/21/2009

My third publication "Take Your Dog to Work" was posted at http://www.accountingweb.com in January of 2009.

Do you have a website where we can view your publications?: http://www.accountingweb.com/cgi-bin/item.cgi?id=106846&d=883&a...

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Blog: olsonwriter.wordpress.com

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At 4:42pm on August 10, 2009, Carmen Gamble said…: Yvonne, thank you for the birthday wishes!! I didn't notice them until today. ;)

At 3:47pm on June 16, 2009, Angie Hall said…: Hi Yvonne,
Thank you. As I mentioned this is a new direction for me. I wasn't sure I should join right away due to my desire to be fully committed to anything I start out to do. Tami explained that there are 2 ways to participate. I may have to be an online only for a bit until the door opens up for me to do more. I've been blessed with what I've read so far. There are such talented people participating. I'm really green :-) But am usually up for a challenge and willing to step out of my comfort zone.

Thanks again,
Angie

At 1:44pm on June 11, 2009, Carol said…: Yvonne, could you call or e-mail me with Char's phone no.? I was supposed to call her, but don't have her number. Thanx.

At 8:21pm on June 10, 2009, Eric Lundberg said…: Hi Yvonne- Unfortunately, I am unable to open the file you sent with the email. I don't have the right program. If you get a chance could you send me a quick comment on what the assignment was, so I can do it too! Thanks so much for your time! Eric

At 6:26am on May 25, 2009, Pat Leksen said…: Let everybody know. We made $346.00 at the garage sale, and so far $189.00 at the raffle. Good job, Writers' Edge!!

At 5:09pm on May 16, 2009, Steven Eaton said…: Hi Yvonne - thanks for the encouragement. Looking forward to the next writing class, very nice group & good information. Thanks again!

- Steven

At 9:09pm on April 29, 2009, Carmen Gamble said…: Hi Yvonne,
Oh, you're welcome. I've been enjoying reading some of the blog posts on here. I joined a month or so ago through an invite from Maureen Olafsen, who is a friend of mine from way back. I enjoy writing for fun and have a blog called Bubbling Springs and Random Things. I'm also a member of a writing E-Circle with the Story Circle Network. I've written short devotionals for the back of the bulletin of a small church I attended quite a few years back, as well as a Newsletter I did up for the kids once a month. It was a lot of fun. I write for the enjoyment of it. Thanks for saying hello! ;)

At 3:46am on April 1, 2009, Maureen Olafsen said…: Thanks for all your help....everything seems to be working now....I just need to learn how to navigate your site and look forward to hopefully having some inspiration that I can share.
Blessings....Maureen:)

At 10:08am on March 11, 2009, Kevin B said…: not a bad analysis, assuming that the effort has the potential of sidetracking the main point. Perhaps that is something to watch out for. Though the scriptures aren't particularly clear on "voice", I don't picture Jesus using language that had a religious voice. Mostly because I didn't see his mission as much an outreach to those religious groups (religious in a non-pergoritive sense) as a drawing in of the "every man" crowd. I noticed in the religious crowd the use of the word, "Master" and catch that as sort of a religious tint to their language rather than a submission to His authority.

Anyway, I'm glad you enjoyed the rant and enjoyed the feedback.

Blessins

At 8:03pm on March 10, 2009, Kevin B said…: Yvonne,
I just recommended this site to an aspiring Christian writer... it will be a great resource.

While going through the submissions of the members of the site and juxtaposing other writings against mine I am finding out some things about my "voice".

When writing about all things of Faith I find there frequently is a voice, somewhat a religiouse (deliberate spelling.... sort of like Christianese" kind of tone that creeps in. It is not the way folk talk in the circles I run in. Perhaps I need a bigger circle so I won't get so dizzy!

Anyway, there is a particular "voice" that is somewhat intangible but very real, that most people use when speaking to issues of faith or Christ. It is that very voice that I am working so hard to alienate from my work. I can use that voice very well, and I am nearly ashamed of most of the work I have in my portfolio that was completed before I began my quest to be shed of it.

I am very willing to have my comment challenged... and even berated if need be. It was on my mind and heart, so I mentioned it here to see what you would have to say about that. So, my Sister in the Lord.... what say you?

Blessings!
Kevin