UniversalMonk

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[–] UniversalMonk@lemm.ee 1 points 6 months ago* (last edited 6 months ago)

I've been writing for about 15 years. Only got really serious about it about 3 years ago. And now I'm retired, I take it way more seriously and am working on honing my craft. I've published stories here to Lemmy too.

I consider myself the world's 'okayest' writer, haha. But it's been working for me! Actually, the criticism I receive on Lemmy, especially the over-the-top petty and hateful comments, has been quite beneficial; it's great for brainstorming when I need someone incompetent or blindly loyal in my stories. These critiques inspire many of the characters in my narratives.

If you want, here are some fo the stories I've written on my Lemmy journey: https://lemm.ee/c/talesfromthedark

[–] UniversalMonk@lemm.ee 3 points 6 months ago* (last edited 6 months ago)

Studied/learned more Esperanto. Wrote more short stories. Worked on a little craft book nook. Studied/learned more math. Started my own Lemmy instance. Started a new rowing program. Worked out. Did my "one mile a day" runs (trying to do it for 365 days straight). Put up floor-to-ceiling bookshelves in my living room. And started learning sign language with my girlfriend.

[–] UniversalMonk@lemm.ee 4 points 6 months ago* (last edited 6 months ago) (2 children)

Keep writing. As the late GREAT Ed Wood said: "Keep writing. Your story may not get better, but your writing will."

This is truth!

Source: I'm retired and I finance my living expenses through earnings from my fiction stories, not from my pension. :)

[–] UniversalMonk@lemm.ee 1 points 6 months ago* (last edited 6 months ago)

Yes, I can. Can you list all of your accounts and alts so I can block all of them too?

Thanks, friend!

[–] UniversalMonk@lemm.ee 1 points 6 months ago

Learning Esperanto. 9 days straight of studying so far!

[–] UniversalMonk@lemm.ee 1 points 6 months ago
[–] UniversalMonk@lemm.ee -1 points 6 months ago* (last edited 6 months ago)

I know what the thread is about. I'm the one who posted the article.

Because someone was implying that because of rich people at the event, trump isn't for the working class. And I was saying rich people were at the previous president's event as well, and he wasn't for working class either.

I never mentioned, nor implied, that Biden was going to be on power again.

Thanks, friend!

[–] UniversalMonk@lemm.ee -2 points 6 months ago (2 children)

As opposed to the wealthy people at biden's?

Both main parties are corrupt.

[–] UniversalMonk@lemm.ee 1 points 6 months ago

I WANT this to happen. I don't think it will. But I want it to!

[–] UniversalMonk@lemm.ee 1 points 6 months ago (1 children)

Not live. These are my writing hours (I'm an author) but when I take breaks I check the news and Lemmy. Anything fun happening?

[–] UniversalMonk@lemm.ee 0 points 6 months ago (1 children)

All great, interesting points. Thank you for that!

 

Fairmont, WV – Pierpont Community and Technical College will host a series of events open to the community during “Your Community’s College Week” November 11 through November 15. The week-long celebration of community and collaboration will offer volunteer opportunities, a full lineup of community workshops, and events for all ages across Pierpont’s campuses in Fairmont, Bridgeport, and Clarksburg.

The week will kick off on Monday, November 11 with a Day of Service offering several opportunities for individuals to join Pierpont faculty, staff, and students in making an impact in their local communities. The Day of Service will kick off at 10:00 a.m. at Pierpont’s Advanced Technology Center in Fairmont with a welcome from President Hayward. Volunteers will then disperse to their respective sites, which include the Union Mission of Fairmont for gift wrapping, designated food drive delivery locations to drop off non-perishable food items, and the VA Hospital in Clarksburg to deliver greeting cards for patients.

On Tuesday, November 12, community members are invited back to Pierpont’s Advanced Technology Center for a luncheon featuring the “reintroduction” of the institution as West Virginia’s newest standalone community and technical college. The program will feature an overview of Pierpont’s 2024 – 2026 Strategic Plan and exciting updates from across campus. The luncheon is free and open to the public. Registration is required for those planning to attend.

Individuals of all ages are invited to participate in the community workshops on Wednesday, November 13. The day will feature over ten unique workshops hosted by faculty from a number of academic programs at Pierpont. Attendees can choose from workshops in medical coding, blood typing, writing, sensory design, sheet metal drilling and riveting, and cooking, among others. A Kids’ Literacy Night will offer young learners a unique experience combining literacy and culinary science. All workshops are free and open to the public. Seats are limited, and early registration is encouraged.

The week will culminate with a magic show by America’s Got Talent duo Anthem and Aria. The show is set to begin at 7:00 p.m. at Pierpont’s Advanced Technology Center. All ages are welcome. The event is free and open to the public. Light refreshments will be available.

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