Sunday, April 15, 2012

A to Z: Nuncupate



When I was younger, I tried many artistic endeavors.  I tried to spread my wings.  I dabbled at drawing with some success.  I wrote poetry as an outlet for my feelings.  I even tried to write simple stories.  But my confidence was that of a child, and I let others dictate what I should believe concerning my writing. When people made fun of my drawings, I set them aside.  When others laughed at my poetry, I put my pen down.  And when I was told I wasn't good enough to write, I stopped listening to the voices inside me.  Everything lay dormant for more than twenty years.  

That all changed this past year. I have come back to life and found my voice again.  I also discovered a new word...nuncupate...it means to utter a vow or declare verbally.  That certainly feels like what I am doing.  I happily declare to the world that I am a WRITER!  And while I write to please myself these days,  there is always that hope inside me that my words will one day touch the lives of others and help inspire them to keep their own dreams alive. What would YOU nuncupate if you could?






The Napping House
Written by: Audrey Wood
Illustrated by: Don Wood
Ages: 3-8
ISBN: 10 0152014179
Teaser: Grandma is tired and tries to take a nap but everyone else in the house is sleepy too.  Soon everyone climbs on top of Grandma until a sneaky little flea takes a bite and creates havoc in the house.  Will Grandma get the chance to finish her nap?
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22 comments:

  1. stephen HayesApril 16, 2012 at 12:27 AM

    I would nuncupate my desire to be te best storyteller I can be and to be the best me I can be since everyone else is taken.

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    1. Think Positive, Be PositiveApril 16, 2012 at 8:38 AM

      Hi Stephen! If you wonderful blog is any indication of your writing ability, I would say you have nothing to worry about...;0)

      Thanks for stopping by and come back any time!

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  2. Lynda R Young as Elle CardyApril 16, 2012 at 3:53 AM

    after reading this I want to cheer for you! As writers we shouldn't listen to those negative voices (whether or not they come from others or from within).

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    1. Think Positive, Be PositiveApril 16, 2012 at 8:40 AM

      Hi, Lynda, and welcome to my blog! Thank you for your kind words and I completely agree with you...this is why I don't believe in listening to certain people any more in regards to my writing and I don't even believe in writer's block...the thought keeps me from my stories...;0)

      Thanks for stopping by and come back any time!

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  3. AnonymousApril 16, 2012 at 8:26 AM

    Hello! Interesting post. I learned a new word! : )

    Susanne
    PUTTING WORDS DOWN ON PAPER

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    1. Think Positive, Be PositiveApril 16, 2012 at 8:42 AM

      Hi, Susanna! You only have 12 more days to learn a new word from me...unless I decide to sneak another one in every once in awhile...;0)

      Thanks for stopping by and come back any time!

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  4. IngerApril 16, 2012 at 10:13 AM

    It's a shame when young people lose self-confidence for really no reason. It takes time to learn these lessons and I'm so glad to see you have. The book looks like a lot of fun. Thanks for stopping by my blog. I will follow yours now.

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    1. Donna L MartinApril 16, 2012 at 10:23 AM

      Hi, Inger, and welcome to my blog! I'm glad you enjoyed today's post and thanks for becoming a follower...I returned the favor and I like your post for today...

      Thanks for stopping by and come back any time!

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  5. janetApril 16, 2012 at 11:56 AM

    I should have been able to nuncupate to others who nuncupated to ME that I couldn't write. A high school English teacher almost accused me of plagiarism. That was a clue that I COULD write. I kept my written words hidden from everyone but my sister. I'm nuncupating now.

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    1. Think Positive, Be PositiveApril 16, 2012 at 9:13 PM

      I does not matter how old you are, Janet, when you realize you should never believe in the negativity others may throw you way...just so you realize that ANYONE can become a writer if they want it strong enough!

      Thanks for stopping by and come back any time!

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  6. Julie Rowan-ZochApril 16, 2012 at 3:17 PM

    Some who nuncupte are truly nincompoops! Enjoyed this post!

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    1. Think Positive, Be PositiveApril 16, 2012 at 9:14 PM

      Too funny, Julie!

      Thanks for stopping by and come back any time!

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  7. jpApril 16, 2012 at 3:54 PM

    I wouldn't bother nuncupating. I have long since realised it is pointless me trying to gain a sense of direction in my life because destiny and my plans seldom agree. Now I just hang on for dear life and try to enjoy the ride.

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    1. Think Positive, Be PositiveApril 16, 2012 at 9:20 PM

      Awww, JP, we ALWAYS have a choice...it may only be whether we will take another breath or go down fighting but the choice is still ours. Despite all the adventures of my life I have never given up my hope...I may have to deal with some things I would have wished never been dealt to me, but the choice on how I carry myself through the situation is still mine to make..

      I'll get off my soapbox now...;0)

      Thanks for stopping by and come back any time!.

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  8. EmmaApril 16, 2012 at 6:00 PM

    Very encouraging. I've tried many artistic endeavors (some have been money makers)but that voice talked me out of continuing them. Now I'm throwing caution to the wind and every time that voice starts I work that much harder at what I'm creating at the moment. During this challenge that voice has tried to stop me but I'm over half-way through going full throttle.

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    1. Think Positive, Be PositiveApril 16, 2012 at 9:22 PM

      Hi, Emma, and welcome to my blog! I am soooo proud of you! You are right...don't listen to that voice of doubt...only YOU know what you are capable of and YOU are more capable than you know! ;0)

      Thanks for stopping by and come back any time!

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  9. rchApril 16, 2012 at 6:51 PM

    I nuncupate that I will always try to be as positive as this post - excellent!

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    1. Think Positive, Be PositiveApril 16, 2012 at 9:25 PM

      Hi, Robert, and welcome to my blog! I am pleased that you enjoyed today's post. I try to keep all my posts informative, entertaining, and inspiring...;0)

      Thanks for stopping by and come back any time!

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  10. UnknownApril 16, 2012 at 11:48 PM

    Love this post, it reminds me of my life too. Just started writing and painting again. Letting my daughter find her own way. Thanks for sharing your story.

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    1. Think Positive, Be PositiveApril 17, 2012 at 9:00 AM

      Hi, Robyn, and welcome to my blog! Thank you for your kind words and I'm glad you are starting on your own grand adventure in the arts...;0)

      Thanks for stopping by and come back any time!

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  11. Saturday SadieApril 17, 2012 at 5:01 AM

    Great, powerful post. Cheering you on!

    One day, I hope I can find my own inner nunciate and likewise solemnly declare myself all those creative things I, too, was persuaded not to be.

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    1. Think Positive, Be PositiveApril 17, 2012 at 9:03 AM

      Awwww, Sadie, all it really takes is an ounce of courage to tell yourself that you are worth it! Believe me, I know it can be hard when you are drowning in negativity, but even just the smallest poem or tiniest drawing will do wonders to uplift your spirit and give you the courage to try more...;0)

      Thanks for stopping by and come back any time!

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