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CONTENT - The newsletter stresses useful and practical information for daily living. Its articles are in harmony with the Life Perspectives stressed on this website : 1) be your own Inner Boss, 2) experience Effective Living, 3) use Good Stewardship in all things, 4) strengthen your Character, 5) nurture your Spirituality, and 6) achieve Success.
The newsletter features a regular column by Leland Pulley and another by Colleen Pulley. The Guest Articles column contains articles submitted by other individuals.
- Things To Consider Today is a feature column by Leland Pulley. It challenges the individual to think about various topics and then act on them. Practical and useful information is provided that can be used in all aspects of one's life. Basic principles are given. Good ethics and values are covered. Techniques and strategies are discussed. This column stresses general guidelines which the individual can apply to specific situations
in his life in order to make more right decisions. The ideas in this column can be utilized not only by individuals, but by families, groups, and organizations. The ideas can be applied in the home, in the workplace, in the community, and in society.
- Life In The Middle Today is a feature column by Colleen Pulley. There are many ways people today are caught in the middle of challenges, situations, relationships, and responsibilities. They must figure things out, make some choices, and then move forward. At times it is not easy to do this, nor do things always turn out like the individual intended. However, in making an effort, the individual
learns to deal with more things and he experiences more joys in life. This column stresses everyday experiences and is written from the feminine perspective.
- Guest Article(s) is a place where articles from other individuals are placed. These articles can come from many people and are intended to broaden out the material offered in the newsletter.
GUEST ARTICLE SUBMISSION - For those of you who may be interested, here are some guidelines for submitting a guest article to our newsletter.
- The length of any article should be limited to approximately one page.
- It should illustrate how you, or someone you know, has learned something, developed yourself in a positive way, or helped another individual. The article could cover an incident, experience, or relationship in one's personal, professional, or public life. Families, companies, and communities involve people who work together for common goals, so articles relating to their experiences would be welcomed too. In essence, the guest articles should show how individuals and / or
groups are applying good guidelines for living in their efforts and endeavors, and achieving more happiness and success as a result.
- Each article should be in harmony with and support our Company Philosophy , which is found on the Company Page of this website. The overall tone of any article should be positive and demonstrate how to live smart and be effective in our endeavors on a daily basis.
- Your article shold have a descriptive title for it. Also, please provide your name, city and state, email address, and phone number (optional). We do not guarantee that every article submitted will be utilized, nor do we have a set schedule for when specific ones will be used. It is presumed that these articles are freely given by the author for the benefit of all. There is no compensation for them.
- For any article submitted to us, please provide your written permission to put it in our newsletter. Normally we list a person's name, city, and state along with their article. We will not give out your email address nor phone number. In all cases, no personal information will be given out without your approval, so indicate in your submission what personal information we can put along with your article.
- To submit an article for the newsletter, please do so via email publ@lelandpulley.com . If you don't have the Internet or access to it, we accept articles in the mail.
READER RESPONSE - You may have a response to an article in this newsletter. If you agree with the article, let us know. If you disagree, tell us why. You also may have an experience related to the article that you're willing to share. Your feedback helps us to select the articles we publish. In submitting responses, always refer to the volume and issue of the newsletter in which the article appeared and the title of the article.
Use the Reader Responses page of this website to send in your comments.
RESPONSES RECEIVED
( Vol 6 Issue 2, Why Can't You Get A Good Man)
"I loved your article. You hit it on the head. I was the dummy in the crummy
marriage. I finally realized I deserved more. I have been happily married to a
Quiet Quin for thirteen wonderful years. Keep up the articles! " Sandra Davis 2-6-09
( Vol 5 Issue 12, We Can Make A Difference In Someone Else's Life)
"I liked your story Colleen.I wish I'd had a teacher like that. I'll mark your
site. " Jay 1-3-09
( Vol 5 Issue 9, Putting The Effort Into Gaining A Successful Life And Marriage)
"Collen Pulley's article on marriage was sure on the mark for me. I grew up in a
home where my parents stayed together for us kids. When we left home, they
divorced. Both my parents have said they just grew apart. I think they could have
saved their marriage if they had done more things together. I am trying to do
what they didn't in my marriage. Thanks for the article. "
Karen Davis 9-21-08
( Vol 5 Issue 8, The Whiskey Bottle Patient)
"What a tender and beautiful story Julie. Thank you for sharing." Lori 6-13-09
( Vol 5 Issue 6, The Impact Of Illegal Immigration)
"Right on!!! I see it every day. Welcome to the new America." Justin 7-26-08
(Vol. 5 Issue 3 , Short-Term Versus Long-Term Thinking)
"Everyone gets caught in the daily grind. The reminder of long-term perspective was good. Why didn't you give some ideas to catch yourself as you're in the grind? " L J , St. Louis 3-27-08
(Vol. 5 Issue 3 , Acting Upon The Epiphanies You Encounter)
"I really liked the way you talked about those moments of enlightenment. I read your (other) article before, and they make me think to do better. Thanks ." Linda C 3-13-08
(Vol. 5 Issue 2 , Act Upon The Epiphanies In Your Life)
"Hey you must have known my ex-husband. I finally saw the light after ten years. Now I wonder why I didn't see it earlier." Casey 3-16-08
(Vol. 5 Issue 2 )
"Good Show." LRB 2-29-08
(Vol. 4 Issue 12 , The Belated Christmas Gift)
"I just wanted to let you know, I caught my wife crying on the computer. She told me to read your article on the Christmas gift. I don't remember the last time I bawled, but this one sure did it to me. This is one good article." Justin Toliver 12-1-07
(Vol. 4 Issue 11 , Special Moments In Our Lives)
"How many times have we all missed special moments? Your article reminded me to look at them more closely. Thanks." Arlene 11-18-07
(Vol. 4 Issue 11 , A Lesson On The Importance Of Gratitude and Giving)
"That was a great example of the spirit of giving. I shared it in my Sunday Youth class. Thanks."
JD , Grace Baptist Church 11-8-07
(Vol. 4 Issue 9 , The Truth Hurts, And Then Some for Medical Care)
"Thank you, thank you, thank you for telling what all of us health care workers see and feel every shift we work. Another nurse who's getting tired of the lack of responsibility by the public." Anonymous 9-27-07
(Vol. 4 Issue 9 , The Truth Hurts, And Then Some for Medical Care)
"I am sufferung with a kid that has gotten into drugs, and lives on the streets. Thanks. Your article expresses
how I feel ." Anonymous 9-1-07
(Vol. 4 Issue 6 , Building A Treehouse With My Family)
"That was one great article. You are so lucky to have had such an experience with your Dad. Thank you. "
- JD 6-2-07
(Vol. 4 Issue 4 , Movies That Help Us Be All that We Can Be)
"Thanks for your review on Amazing Grace. My husband and I loved it. What a change from the usual slick Hollywood fare. " - Cheryl 4-27-07
(Vol. 4 Issue 4 , The Immigration Problem - A Personal Perspective)
"I both agree and disagree with parts of this article. Immigration as a whole is a problem for this country. First, they can't take away jobs from Americans if they are doing jobs that we don't want to do. I feel that all Americans should be bilingual. In the workplace that is an invaluable tool. I also feel that there should be a form of universal health care for everyone. Next, lots of these immigrants pay taxes. If you pay your taxes, there should be easier ways to become legal. I have worked with
many hispanic people in retail. I have seen many of them send up to 50% of their income home. I enjoy the food and culture so in my opinion I see nothing wrong with any foreign language programs or radio stations. I don't think this will be an easy fix, but I feel that one of these years we might get a handle on it. " - James 4-18-07
(Vol 4 Issue 1, One Size DOES NOT Fit All )
"Hooray ! A sane voice from someone that hates the stupid clothes for anorexic, streetwalker ! Let's start a boycott." Terry 2-24-07
(Vol 3 Issue 12, Being Happy )
"Your article has some real good points. But it seemed to restate certain things several times. It did make good points though. I think men have a harder time becoming happy and contented. My wife seems to do better than me. Thanks" George H. 12-25-06
(Vol. 3 Issue 12 , The Most Important Christmas Gift )
"You took me back to my early days in North Dakota. Thanks for reminding me what is important. " - Mildred Haskill 12-2-06
(Vol. 3 Issue 11 , Coming Full Circle From One Generation To The Next)
"Boy, did I identify with your story about your daughter. I have surly seen that scowly face before on my own daughter. I will try to find something from my past that can help, but I never had records (like you). Too bad. "
- T. J. 3-30-07
(Vol 3 Issue 11, Coming Full Circle From One generation To The Next )
"I bet your Mom enjoys seeing you work through the things she did. We always think we are smarter than our parents. But our children teach us we aren't such hot shots. Thanks for making me smile. Bea" - bg
12-25-06
(Vol. 3 Issue 10 , Tips From The Kitchen by Colleen Pulley, Potato Soup With Bacon)
"The soup was easy to fix. Thanks" - Mary 10-18-06
(Note - "Tips From The Kitchen" has now been moved from the Newsletter to its own separate page.)
(Vol. 3 Issue 10, Building Memories One Day At A Time)
"Me too. My husband is from Peru. I think the computer is a good idea. Does he (your husband) talk about being depressed? Does he write to others who are away from their families? Thank you." - Laura Torres
10-3-06
(Vol. 3 Issue 9 , Synergy In All Aspects Of Our Lives)
"Your article shows the real meaning of a husband and wife working together. I shared it with my husband. Thanks." - Leah Garcia 9-4-06
(Vol. 3 Issue 8 , Good Coping Strategies)
"The importance of teaching children good coping stratigies should be our top priority as parents." - F.G.
8-22-06
(Vol. 3 Issue 8 , Nutritious And Tasty Snacks found under Tips from the Kitchen by Colleen Pulley )
"The Yams and Parsnips were great with my pork dish! Thanks." - Joan in Denver 8-22-06
(Note - "Tips From The Kitchen" has now been moved from the Newsletter to its own separate page.)
(Vol.3 Issue 7 , Dad's Fishing Hole)
"I enjoyed Colleen Pulley's newsletter article on her Dad's fishing hole. A reminder of my own childhood." - K.L. in Oregon 8-06
(Vol. 1 Issue 6, The Death of Sam ) Archives Page
"I have a friend whose beloved cat died recently. I remember an article you wrote about your cat. I cried when I read it. Could you reprint it for my friend Karen? Thanks" - Beth Rodgers 8-31-06
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