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Atascadero Writers Group
Dear Betty,
I thought I would get a letter off to you before I receive
another one of yours. It’s, of course, always a pleasure to
read your thoughts and memories because quite frankly, I can
imagine how cathartic it has to be for you. On occasion you
have asked me if I remember this or that, and all I can say to
you dear friend, is that I recall most everything you do, as
though I were a part of you. I hold you in my heart and have
felt your pain and your joy over and over again.
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The Elements of Life by Lucille Bosco
During the festive month of December, the planetary stars
and their mythological characterizations appeal to our sense
of generosity of Spirit and play. The planet Jupiter governs
the astrological sign of Sagittarius. The three planets; Sun,
Mercury and Venus will be transiting in the sign of
Sagittarius. When describing the core meaning of Sagittarius,
the word “Sage” comes to mind. The fire of Sagittarius ignites Spirit and warms our hearts, especially when the Goddess Venus
is involved. People’s hearts seem more open and generous.
Optimism becomes contagious. What an altruistic virus to
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Frustrated Local Writer by Rose Marie Zurkan
The parking garages in the center
of the city bore vacancy signs that sizzled red and
green in the eerie pre-storm light. The parking garage
which serviced Prudhomme's office building was empty
now except for a few stragglers. Stu pulled in,
recognized Suzanne's car in one of the slots. She must
have been in the city already to arrive so soon. He
parked next to it. The car, a blue Seville, surprised him. He
would have put
her into a sports car, something flashy and low. The
more substantial vehicle said something about her. He
didn't ask what. He felt glad she'd disregarded is
request for her to stay home.
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Genie's Pocket by Jeanie Greensfelder
December in California
Oranges hang on trees like Christmas
ornaments. One falls and bounces
behind me as I walk down a hill.
I think back to my mother saying,
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Great Shots - Selected by Jerry Kirkhart & Steve Corey
Our photo editors bring you some of their favorite coastal images for the month. This month's featured local photographers are
Rob DeGraff, Patrick Dirlam, Don Quintana,
Bill Bouton, Brad Schram, Howard Ignatius,
Ronnie Goyette, Bob Canepa, Pam Link, Teddy
Llovet, Victoria Morrow, Marlin Harms, Steve
Corey, Linda McDonald, Mike Viera, Don
Henderson, Aidan Biggs, Alice Cahill, Spencer
Riffle, Cheryl Strahl, Lace Anderson, Rick
Derevan, Giancario, James O'Donnel, Mimi
Ditchie, Fred Moore, Michelle Maani, Jerry
Kirkhard, and Elizabeth Haslam. See More
One Poet's Perspective by Jane Elsdon
PARKING FOR CUSTOMERS OF GREAT
HARVEST ONLY. ALL OTHERS WILL BE
BEATEN WITH BREAD DOUGH. Read More
Practicing Poetic Justice by Deborah Tobola
For the first time, Poetic Justice Project
will present a Commedia Dell’Arte play, INSIDE
/// OUT, which offers a comedic look at the
criminal justice system. Commedia Dell’Arte is a
style of masked, improvisational slapstick
comedy that dates back to 16th Century Italy. It
is physically, emotionally and intellecutally
demanding.
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Valencia Peak Panorama by Howard Ignatius
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