“The Prize” (Grand): A Tribute to Ernest Hemingway
These are my notes (in point form) I took from an excellent documentary on the life of the great American writer; so am sharing. Enjoy…
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“The Prize” (Grand): A Tribute to Ernest Hemingway
March 9, 2014“The Pen is Mightier (More Powerful) Than The Sword”
December 28, 2012
Magnificent East Coast sunrise by Ngaio Keelan in the “scenic and tranquil little haven” that is New Zealand (or ‘Godzone’, as it is often affectionately known)
Credit: www.ngatipics.com
Article Title: “The Pen is Mightier (More Powerful) Than The Sword”
Submitted by: Craig Lock
Category (key words/Tags): Writing, Words, Empowerment, Inspiration, Words of empowerment and inspiration, College Herald, New Zealand Herald, breaking down barriers/walls, building bridges
Web sites:
http://goo.gl/vTpjk (and/or http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=la_B005GGMAW4_sr?rh=i%3Abooks&field-author=Craig+Lock)
https://www.createspace.com/pub/simplesitesearch.search.do?sitesearch_query=%22craig+lock%22&sitesearch_type=STORE (paperbacks)
and http://www.creativekiwis.com/index.php/books
The submitter’s blogs (with extracts from his various writings: articles, books and new manuscripts) are at https://craigsblogs.wordpress.com/2011/09/09/craigs-list-of-blogs-updated-sept-2011/ and www.craigswritingarticles.wordpress.com
Other Articles are available at: http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/user/15565 and http://www.ideamarketers.com/library/profile.cfm?writerid=981
(Personal growth, self help, writing, internet marketing, spiritual, ‘spiritual writings’ (how ‘airey-fairey’), words of inspiration and money management, how boring now, craig and may be freely published)
“We share what we know, so that we all may grow.”
*
Submitter’s Note:
The following are some fine, powerful words from some gifted young New Zealand writers… which I found so uplifting and inspiring that I thought I’d share these short extracts on the www (thanks College Herald and The New Zealand Herald…
“Words, once they are printed, have a life of their own.”
–Carol Burnett
From Graffiti to Great Literature, All Writing is Important to Someone!
“The power of the pen has not diminished. It is an age-old way to escape, pour out emotions, play with ideas, give meaning to the world and also entertain. ALL writing is important and the power of the pen will stay strong until the end.”
Hazel Field, Year 13,
Epsom GIrls Grammar School
*
THE PEN IS MORE POWERFUL THAN THE SWORD
WHAT you write can have far-reaching consequences,
warns Shyamolie Mathur
“THINK before you write. Used correctly, the written word is a powerful tool and can be used for much good. The power of the pen lets us see the world through the eyes of journalists, writers and poets.
History records the role of writers in important revolutions around the world. The principles of liberty and equality were popularised among the people by the great writers of the 18th century, resulting in the French Revolution.
Writers have also changed the perception of history and people in it. Journalists can influence the opinions of people, whether in the field of world peace, global warning, politics or the economy.
So whether we choose to become poets, journalists, authors, or just remain ordinary people in the world of language, we should strive to influence the thought proceses of people towards positive thinking, be it in any field of life; because what we write today has a strong bearing on our future.”
They say, ‘the pen is mightier than the sword!”
Shyamolie Mathur, Year 90, Macleans College as published in the College Herald *, 8th June 2010
* Forming Part of the New Zealand Herald (keep up the great work, editors)
* *
CHOOSE THE RIGHT WORDS AND THINK RIGHT
THEN YOU’LL LIVE RIGHT
(making a difference in this “happy, sad, crazy, yet magical” world of ours).
Be happy as you “ride the river, or should that be?) the storms of life” #
Shared by Craig Lock (“Information and Inspiration Distributer, Writer for Self Empowerment, Incorrigible Encourager and People-builder”)
# that’s a metaphor, BTW!
“My goal is to do justice to the gift that has been given to me. I cling to it like a religious faith. I want to be a poet who writes poems, which will challenge the consciousness of readers, who are fascinated by poetry.”
– New Zealand writer, Iain Britton (as published in the College Herald)
About the Submitter:
Craig is a writer, who believes in (and loves) sharing information with a touch (“dash or two”) of humour, as well as encouraging and helping others to find their talents and gifts, to strive for and accomplish their dreams in life – whatever they may be.
The various books that Craig “felt inspired to write” are available at
http://goo.gl/vTpjk (and/or http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=la_B005GGMAW4_sr?rh=i%3Abooks&field-author=Craig+Lock)
https://www.createspace.com/pub/simplesitesearch.search.do?sitesearch_query=%22craig+lock%22&sitesearch_type=STORE (paperbacks)
and http://www.creativekiwis.com/index.php/books
The submitter’s blogs (with extracts from his various writings: articles, books and new manuscripts) are at https://craigsblogs.wordpress.com/2011/09/09/craigs-list-of-blogs-updated-sept-2011/ and www.craigswritingarticles.wordpress.com
“Together, one mind, one soul at a time, let’s see how many people we can impact, empower, encourage and perhaps even inspire to reach their fullest potentials.”
If you can learn the power of words, you can help change the world…. for the better
PS
“All the world will be happier and better, when the men and women have the souls of artists, like that of an Ayrton Senna.“
– craig (as inspired by Rodin’s famous words)
For a bit of great “wacky” humour as your reward (Monty Python’s sketch, Thomas Hardy on novel writing) click on http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ogPZ5CY9KoM
enjoy
Paddleboard Nelson by Gemma Campbell
Credit: House of Travel NZ
enjoy
“Few (of us) will have the greatness to bend history itself, but each of us can work to change a small portion of events…”
August 17, 2012
“Few (of us) will have the greatness to bend history itself, but each of us can work to change a small portion of events. It is from numberless diverse acts of courage and belief that human history is shaped. Each time a man (or woman) stands up for an ideal, or acts to improve the lot of others, or strikes out against injustice, (she or) he sends forth a tiny ripple of hope, and crossing each other from a million different
centers of energy and daring those ripples build a current which can sweep down the mightiest walls of oppression and resistance.”
— the powerful and greatly inspiring words of Robert F. Kennedy (with my little insertions in brackets)
“The Pen is Mightier (More Powerful) Than The Sword”
July 20, 2012
Article Title: “The Pen is Mightier (More Powerful) Than The Sword”
Submitted by: Craig Lock
Category (key words/Tags): Writing, Words, Empowerment, Inspiration, Words of empowerment and inspiration, College Herald, New Zealand Herald, breaking down barriers/walls, building bridges
Web sites:
http://goo.gl/vTpjk (and/or http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=la_B005GGMAW4_sr?rh=i%3Abooks&field-author=Craig+Lock)
https://www.createspace.com/pub/simplesitesearch.search.do?sitesearch_query=%22craig+lock%22&sitesearch_type=STORE (paperbacks)
and http://www.creativekiwis.com/index.php/books
The submitter’s blogs (with extracts from his various writings: articles, books and new manuscripts) are at
Other Articles are available at: http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/user/15565 and http://www.ideamarketers.com/library/profile.cfm?writerid=981
(Personal growth, self help, writing, internet marketing, spiritual, ‘spiritual writings’ (how ‘airey-fairey’), words of inspiration and money management, how boring now, craig and may be freely published)
“We share what we know, so that we all may grow.”
*
Submitter’s Note:
The following are some fine, powerful words from some gifted young New Zealand writers… which I found so uplifting and inspiring that I thought I’d share these short extracts on the www (thanks College Herald and The New Zealand Herald…
From Graffiti to Great Literature, All Writing is Important to Someone!
“The power of the pen has not diminished. It is an age-old way to escape, pour out emotions, play with ideas, give meaning to the world and also entertain. ALL writing is important and the power of the pen will stay strong until the end.”
Hazel Field, Year 13,
Epsom GIrls Grammar School
*
THE PEN IS MORE POWERFUL THAN THE SWORD
WHAT you write can have far-reaching consequences,
warns Shyamolie Mathur
“THINK before you write. Used correctly, the written word is a powerful tool and can be used for much good. The power of the pen lets us see the world through the eyes of journalists, writers and poets.
History records the role of writers in important revolutions around the world. The principles of liberty and equality were popularised among the people by the great writers of the 18th century, resulting in the French Revolution.
Writers have also changed the perception of history and people in it. Journalists can influence the opinions of people, whether in the field of world peace, global warning, politics or the economy.
So whether we choose to become poets, journalists, authors, or just remain ordinary people in the world of language, we should strive to influence the thought proceses of people towards positive thinking, be it in any field of life; because what we write today has a strong bearing on our future.”
They say, ‘the pen is mightier than the sword!”
Shyamolie Mathur, Year 90, Macleans College as published in the College Herald *, 8th June 2010
* Forming Part of the New Zealand Herald (keep up the great work, editors)
* *
CHOOSE THE RIGHT WORDS AND THINK RIGHT
THEN YOU’LL LIVE RIGHT
(making a difference in this “happy, sad, crazy, yet magical” world of ours).
Be happy as you “ride the river, or should that be?) the storms of life” #
Shared by Craig Lock (“Information and Inspiration Distributer, Writer for Self Empowerment, Incorrigible Encourager and People-builder”)
# that’s a metaphor, BTW!
“My goal is to do justice to the gift that has been given to me. I cling to it like a religious faith. I want to be a poet who writes poems, which will challenge the consciousness of readers, who are fascinated by poetry.”
– New Zealand writer, Iain Britton (as published in the College Herald)
About the Submitter:
Craig is a writer, who believes in (and loves) sharing information with a touch (“dash or two”) of humour, as well as encouraging and helping others to find their talents and gifts, to strive for and accomplish their dreams in life – whatever they may be.
The various books* that Craig “felt inspired to write” are available at http://www.amazon.com/-/e/B005GGMAW4
http://goo.gl/vTpjk (and/or http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=la_B005GGMAW4_sr?rh=i%3Abooks&field-author=Craig+Lock)
https://www.createspace.com/pub/simplesitesearch.search.do?sitesearch_query=%22craig+lock%22&sitesearch_type=STORE (paperbacks)
and http://www.creativekiwis.com/index.php/books
All proceeds go to needy and underprivileged children –
MINE!
The submitter’s blogs (with extracts from his various writings: articles, books and new manuscripts) are at
PS
“All the world will be happier and better, when the men and women have the souls of artists, like that of an Ayrton Senna.“
– craig (as inspired by Rodin’s famous words)
“Together, one mind, one soul at a time, let’s see how many people we can impact, empower, encourage and perhaps even inspire to reach their fullest potentials
“Together, one mind, one heart, one life, one small step at a time, let’s link hands and march into a new tomorrow, a better and brighter future. TOGETHER we can do it”
-c
If you can learn the power of words, you can help change the world…. for the better
TOGETHER, one mind, one heart, one soul, one small step at a time, we can make some difference towards a better world, a brighter tomorrow
“SHARE, ENCOURAGE and SPREAD, HOPE, LOVE and LIGHT”
– c
PPS
For a change of tone and a bit of great “wacky” humour (Monty Python’s sketch, Thomas Hardy on novel writing) click on http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ogPZ5CY9KoM
enjoy
Sharing a Few Thoughts on Using the Immense Power of Words and Language
July 20, 2012
Article Title: Sharing a Few Thoughts on Using the Immense Power of Words and Language
Author: Craig Lock
Category (key words): Writing, Creative Writing, Writing Hints/Tips, words, word power, power of words
Web Sites: http://www.amazon.com/-/e/B005GGMAW4 and http://www.creativekiwis.com/amazon.html
The submitter’s blogs (with extracts from his various writings: articles, books and new manuscripts) are at http://breakdownwalls.wordpress.com/ and http://craigsblogs.wordpress.com
Other Articles by Craig are available at: http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/user/15565 and http://www.ideamarketers.com/library/profile.cfm?writerid=981
(Personal growth, self help, writing, internet marketing, spiritual, ‘spiritual writings’ (how ‘airey-fairey’), words of inspiration and money management, how boring now, craig
Publishing Guidelines:
This piece (as with all my articles) may be freely published, electronically or in print.
If you do not want to receive my articles as a member of an article list, you will have to unsubscribe from them, as I do not have your email address. If a lot of you do that, I’ll take the hint and rather not send out my articles! Thanks.
“We share what we know, so that we all may grow.”
#
Sharing a Few Thoughts on the Immense Power of Words and Language
A powerful idea, well expressed can change the world… for the better!
I love the beauty, power and magic of the written and spoken word, so love “working and playing around” with words. (A passionate and “attention-grabbing” opening line for this article, Craig!). I am fascinated with the variety, flow, rhythm and cadence of words and using language as a tool of communication. Because the words we use have such power in them. Words can be powerful motivators or powerful de-motivators. Used positively the right words can encourage, uplift, even inspire and create endless joy and love in our lives… as well as in the lives of people whose lives we may touch (because in many ways we are all connected as citizens of ‘planet earth’).
So let’s always use right positive words as a helpful instrument of encouragement to uplift others. Even in the “tiniest” way! Start planting the seeds of your encouraging words in the fertile soil of your mind. Change yourself first through your words (ie.”self-talk” and affirmations) and you may perhaps even start changing the world!.
How’s this for some beautiful and wise words?
“Lord
Grant that I may not so much seek to be consoled as to console;
to be understood, as to understand;
to be loved, as to love.”
(thanks for sharing those inspiring words from Francis of Assisi, dearest mom)
The source of our language we human ‘beans’ use to communicate with one another lie in the thoughts we hold daily. And right thoughts lead to right, positive, well-thought out language. Language, as an effective tool of communication, can even change people’s way of thinking. Words are such simple things and yet these daily tools we use have such power in them to change our lives and those around us forever… if we use them RIGHT (= positively for good). Then the seeds of our powerful words will soon grow into a bountiful harvest, a garden of joy and light in our minds and hearts, as well as in the minds, hearts and souls of many other people.
Martin Luther King’s “I Have a Dream” speech shows how strong a force language can be to communicate new ways of thinking, when used for good by people with right and honourable intentions. By engaging many other Black Afro-American peoples through his commanding and masterly use of language, King was able to spread his ideas and bring about many positive changes in his country, the “US of A”.
How does this happen?
With dialogue comes understanding: through bridging differences between different points of view and when these “divergent” perspectives are effectively communicated, then people are far better able to engage with one another across cultural and national divides and yes, even civilisations. As “charismatic and great souled” people, like Jesus, Gandhi, Martin Luther King and Nelson Mandela (even when silenced), who all knew how to effectively use the power of words to articulate their visions (grand) and effect major change in their societies, which can then in time spread to the world.
As George Bernard Shaw once wrote:
“This is the true joy in life,
the being used for a purpose
recognized by yourself as a mighty one…”
CHOOSE THE RIGHT WORDS AND THINK RIGHT
THEN YOU’LL LIVE RIGHT (making a difference in this “happy, sad, crazy, yet magical” world of ours).
Thought is a power stronger than bullets… and good ideas never die.
PLANT your seeds in fertile ground through encouraging words to others
and
Be happy along the amazing journey of life
Craig Lock
Eagle Productions (“Information and Inspiration Distributer, Writer for Self Empowerment, Incorrigible Encourager and People-builder”)
P.S:
Some other author said that “they’d planned to dazzle the world with light hearted words of entertainment, words of suspense, of sadness and laughter and love.”
My writing ‘mission’ is a bit different and that is the reason WHY I write…
“My writing mission is through my words to inform, illuminate, entertain, uplift, delight, as well as hopefully even inspiring people. I aim to do this by sharing my knowledge and life experiences – through supporting, encouraging and empowering others to be the best person they can possibly be.”
“I truly want to let the light shine through my words to impact and help others…to inspire people throughout our (sometimes happy and sometimes dark and sad, yet always beautiful and magical) world.” How serious, Craig. Time to lighten up and have some fun with some “wacky humour”!
THESE THOUGHTS MAY BE FREELY PUBLISHED
Don’t worry about the world ending today…
as it’s already tomorrow in little scenic and tranquil New Zealand
PPS
“If you can learn the power of words, you can change the world.
Together one mind, one heart, one soul at a time, let’s uplift, empower and impact the world.”
About the Submitter:
Craig’s mission is to encourage people to believe in themselves and try to help inspire people around the world to achieve their goals and dreams in life, whatever they may be.
Craig’s mission is to encourage people to believe in themselves and try to help inspire people around the world to achieve their goals and dreams in life, whatever they may be.
The various books that Craig “felt inspired to write” are available at http://www.amazon.com/-/e/B005GGMAW4 and http://www.creativekiwis.com/amazon.html
The submitter’s blogs (with extracts from his various writings: articles, books and new manuscripts) are at http://breakdownwalls.wordpress.com/ and http://craigsblogs.wordpress.com
“Together, one mind, one life at a time, let’s see how many people we can impact, empower, uplift, encourage and perhaps even inspire to reach their fullest potentials.”
PPS:
“All the world will be happier and better, when the men and women have the souls of artists, like that of an Ayrton Senna.“
– craig (as inspired by Rodin’s famous words)
For a bit of great “wacky” humour (Monty Python’s Thomas Hardy on novel writing) click on http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ogPZ5CY9KoM
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