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Interact with Linda C Apple
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Last On: Sep 29, 2009 - 12:16 PM
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February 14, 2007
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Fayetteville, AR
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shoutlife.com/lindacapple
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I love being a wife and mother and grandmother! My passion is to inspire, validate, and nurture the hopes and dreams of others and above all to help them realize the fullness-gifts and expressions-of God and His love for them.
I can't get enough of experiencing and understanding different cultures.
Psalm 102:18 is why I write. Psalm 145 is why I speak.
One weird thing about me (among many things!) is that I usually read the last chapter of a book first. I can't stand suspense and I have to know everything turns out okay before I devote hours with the characters!
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I found that as a person grows older their music tastes do not necessarily change, but they broaden. You become less of a 'music snob' and have a more open mind.
I was a part of the late 60's--early 70's music scene. I listened to the original of what musicians cover today. My favorites were Led Zepplin, Steppenwolf, Chicago, Elton John, Three Dog Night, Edgar Winter and the White Trash, Moody Blues (Nights in White Satin) Tommy James and the Shondells (Crimson and Clover fame) and, sad but true, the Bee Gees.
But now, I've really grown to appreciate the Blues, Jazz, and, are you ready for this--Big Band Music! Glen Miller, the whole deal! AND Classical, strings being my favorite, in particularily Cannon in D Major. I like to listen to classical when I write. I appreciate the clean sounds of Country, what you hear is what you get, no covering up with distortion. Blue Grass--wonderful.
My children Charles Apple and Olivia Apple are incredible musicians and they have introduced me to a whole new world of music through their work.
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Non-fiction: Books by Calvin Miller, Don Miller, biographies, historical, especially if Velda Brotherton wrote it. C.S.Lewis, a particular favorite in both genre's.
Fiction: for light reading, Jan Karon; I could read Jane Austin's works everyday, Willa Cather - contemporary writers just can't equal her sense of place.
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For me, Chariots of Fire, did that. My favorite line was when Eric was telling his sister why he ran. He said, "When I run, I feel God's pleasure." That's what I want, to know that whatever I do, it pleases God, who gave me life, and ability.
On snowy or rainy days, I can't get enough of any movie that is based on a Jane Austin book! I'm in paradise while watching nearly 6 hours of A&E's Pride and Prejudice.
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INSPIRE! Writing From the Soul (2009)
INSPIRE! An easy to use instructional guide to writing. Great for beginners. It is also a fun and easy teaching tool for writing groups wanting to know more about the inspirational creative nonfiction style. If you are interested, they may be purchased, $14.95, through the publisher, AWOC.com
For a limited time, shipping is only $1.00
Buy INSPIRE! Writing From the Soul Online
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Chicken Soup's Celebrating Brothers and Sisters (2007)
Chicken Soup for the Soul Celebrating Brothers and Sisters: Funnies and Favorites About Growing Up and Being Grown Up (Chicken Soup for the Soul)
Buy Chicken Soup's Celebrating Brothers and Sisters Online
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I live with my husband of 30 years, Neal, and our five children, three children-in-love (some say in-law) and six grandchildren in Northwest Arkansas.
My first career as mom-in-charge is done. I'm now mom-consultant. So I'm working on my second career as a writer, speaker, and profile trainer specializing in communication. A new life is beginning again after 50! With God all things are possible
My writing includes both fiction and non-fiction. My first book, INSPIRE! Writing From the Soul, is now available. It is a simple, easy to understand instructional guide to inspirational creative nonfiction writing.
I'm still working on (and through) my parenting book, working title: "NOW WHAT DO I DO? Help For When Teenagers Become Teenstrangers, and "Life From a Writer's Point of View" an exhortation on allowing the shadows of life to deepen our character instead of darkening it.
My novel is back under constrution as I rewrite it to fit the women's fiction genre'
I also write devotionals, some of which have appeared in The Upper Room, the Secret Place, and The One Year Life Verse Devotional . Nine of my personal experience articles have been published in the Chicken Soup for the Soul books, including: Chicken Soup for the Nurses Soul, The Working Woman's Soul, Living Your Dreams, The Father & Daughter Soul,Grandma's Soul, Mothers' of Preschoolers Soul,Mother and Sons' Soul,Chicken Soup for the Soul's Recipes for Busy Moms, Celebrating Brothers and Sisters, and Count Your Blessings.
Currently, I am on the speaking circuit for Stonecroft Ministries. In addition to speaking to women's groups I also conduct writer's workshops on creative nonfiction, inspirational, and devotional writing. For more information please visit my website: www.lindacapple.com
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SPEAKING EVENT -
Christian Women's Club - Coffeyville, KS
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Jan 14, 2010 - 12:00 PM
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SPEAKING EVENT -
Oklahoma Writers Federation, Inc. (OWFI) Writers' Conference at the Embassy Suites Convention Center - Oklahoma City, OK
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Apr 29, 2010 - 8:30 AM
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Finally, my website is finished!
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4/08/2009 - 10:19 PM
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I built it myself with my iMac. When you need a new computer, I highly recommend the Apple Mac. It is a great tool for all you "right-brainers" out there.
It is such fun!!!
If you have time please visit me on www.lindacapple.com
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ANOTHER CHANCE TO GET IT RIGHT!
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1/03/2009 - 7:55 AM
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Oprah Winfrey said a new year is another chance to get it right.
I prefer to think that each new day is another chance to get it right. Whatever "it" is for you, there is new hope in each new day.
On my writing blog, Daydreaming On Paper, I enc...
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PEACE
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12/23/2008 - 10:58 AM
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John 14:27:
"Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid."
That is appropriate in this day and time, as it has been in all generations when our ...
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ON THE OTHER SIDE OF THE WINDOW
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5/02/2008 - 7:39 AM
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We are finally in our new home in the woods. I've named it SELAH, which means to pause, rest, reflect, meditate, and that is what I want our home to be for our family, friends, and guests. HOWEVER, there are these two male cardinals who are making ...
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Pancreatic Cancer and Living Life
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3/09/2008 - 10:12 AM
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Hi Everyone! I've been sooooo out of the loop lateley that this may have already been shown, but just in case . . .
My second cousin has pancreatic cancer and his wife sent me this link to a video of a Disney animater who also has PC. He gives a...
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Recent Guestbook Comments (4)
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Thank you for the friendship.
God Bless.
Mike
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Hi there Linda! Thanks for stopping by. It has been a beautiful sunshiny day here to day. Cool but pleasant.
Just wanted to stop in and wish you a wonderful Sonshiny evening basking in the glory of the Lord.
So when Jesus had received the sour wine, He said, "It is finished!" And bowing His head, He gave up His spirit. John 19:30
I posted a new Blog: IT IS FINISHED AND A HEALTH UP DATE. Prayers welcome!
Bunches of hugs
Sylvia :) xoxoxo
PS: remember I care and pray for you often
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Hi there! Hope your day is glowing with the Sonshine of God's promises. May God's intentions be realized in your life today and every day here after.
God has made clear His purpose and goal for your life. Because He wants each of His children to understand and accept that His plan is to bring them into the full likeness of Jesus. He wants them to comprehend that He forgives their sins and wraps them in rich robes of righteousness. He wants them to practice being holy as He is holy. Holiness is not a thing beyond your reach it is a commitment to live exclusively for God, His glory, and His kingdom just as Jesus did. Depending not on your intellect, earthly clout, and charismatic charm; But upon God's promises and His Holy Spirit to accomplish the things God has called you to do. He wants you to practice being as Jesus is. He knows you will stumble and maybe often. But He knows above all your stumbling that He intends to bring His people into the fullness of all His promises. Courageously step into the river of God's Spirit, drinking deeply as you go; allowing rivers of living water to flow out of your heart. See John 7:38 So that the world around you is touch, lives changed and multitudes swept into the Kingdom of our God. This was not unique to the early church and the Apostles. This is YOUR assignment. God intends to bring you into the abundant life that He has always promised to His people. And at the same time use you as the vessel through which He changes the lives of others.
Sending love and big encouraging hugs your way!
Sylvia xoxoxo
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Galan on 9/03/09 - 2:49 AM
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