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Mazza
3 weeks ago
Straight Female, 55
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Mazztastic
Quote by Possibly
Mazza,
He was thanked repeatedly through email and PMs. I missed the story credit, but he was definitely thanked on many occasions. I believe that he was looking for the story credit. Period.
Yes, I see that, but I just meant generally and I agree with what RR says below too... I wouldn't really want or expect a full credit... If it was a book, then the amount of work would probably merit a mention in acknowledgements, but in saying that, I'd expect to be paid for doing it, so again, unless the author felt it necessary, I'd not naturally expect a credit...
I think there's a big distinction between doing someone a favour and providing a professional service.
Mazztastic
Quote by clum
In my personal experience, the stories written in those categories are just genuinely not as good. Also, there aren't as many stories written in those categories as there are in others.
However, as RRs and EPs are awarded to stories that really stand out to the moderator as being exceptional, both in terms of writing quality and content, it is possible (likely?) that the personal preferences of awarding moderators will influence the category distribution of the awards.
Your "best in category" idea already (sort of) exists in the sense that you can quickly find the top-rated stories in a category. With this, the power is out of moderator hands as it is based on public votes.
I fear that if we start picking out stories for recognition on a fixed time-scale, we run the risk of simply picking "the best of a bad lot"—there are no guarantees, even over as long a period as a year, that a "worthy" piece will be written in every category. There's also the extra workload it would entail to consider.
I like this idea too... What about if a story could be clicked by the readers, if there was a button or icon they could choose if they felt that a story really stood out?
I realise, like anything else, it would be open to having their pals click it to get them an award, but I'd love to see some sort of readers' choice in place...
I don't know how it would work, but maybe there could be a poll every so often with a small selection of stories that the readers could choose?
It would be especially nice to see lesser known authors up there, the ones who stand out but maybe haven't yet built up a following...
As for editing recognition... I've done it a lot, as a mod, as a paid thing or even just as a favour... Quite frankly, if you want to be remunerated for it in some way, then it's up to you to set that out at the beginning. Other than that, I don't think that a story credit is necessary. A simple thank you is enough and for the author to take your ideas and suggestions on board.
Mazztastic
Quote by sprite
i could get behind this.
You saucy minx!!!
Oh the comp?? *giggles*
Seriously though, I think it would stretch some of the really popular writers who "don't do poetry" and it would open up the whole comp thing to some really fantastic ones who only write poems...
It could be a lot of fun and of course, depending on the subject matter, rather challenging...
I think we'd see a lot of new faces in there, so to speak...
Mazztastic
I couldn't really think where else to put this, but I thought that as an idea for a future competition, it might be nice to have a poetry one...
It wouldn't need to run for as long as regular story competitions but I think that it would give the opportunity to a different part of the lush community...
There are so many excellent writers who submit poems, but not stories, I know that poems can be submitted to comps and have been, but I just think this would open it up and make some of our regular contributors feel more included and also give this area more reads and recognition...
Anyway it was just a thought and I wanted to voice it before it slipped my mind...
It wouldn't need to run for as long as regular story competitions but I think that it would give the opportunity to a different part of the lush community...
There are so many excellent writers who submit poems, but not stories, I know that poems can be submitted to comps and have been, but I just think this would open it up and make some of our regular contributors feel more included and also give this area more reads and recognition...
Anyway it was just a thought and I wanted to voice it before it slipped my mind...
Mazztastic
Quote by SuccubusDreams
I would love to see links to all previous chapters at the beginning of a story, then you can start from the beginning or go back and refresh much more easily. It would also be nice if one could edit published stories to include a link to the next chapter at the end rather than the previous one. Just my 2 cents
I think this is an superb idea and I may be wrong, but I think it has been discussed, or at least a "series" way of linking stories?
I'm an absolute ass for not getting my unfinished series completed - I am working on it, just struggling to write much of anything at all these days...
Mazztastic
I agree that Sprite is indeed awesome!!
It depends what you like?
I'm very fond of NoReasonNeeded (duh!)
Frank_Lee is superb
Lisa is an absolute Marvel
Tashtego is engaging
Laura_Lee's poems have to be read (and listened to) to be believed.
Shylass has such a way with heartbreaking and gutwrenching reality, both in poetry and prose
Curlygirly makes me laugh and hot in one fell swoop!!! (she's just about to get her first Famous Story!! Which is very exciting and I urge you to check her out!!)
http://www.lushstories.com/stories/toys/wheres-the-remote.aspx
Honestly, I think that we are truly blessed with the rich variety of writers, here on Lush, to suit just about every taste...
I think that if you are looking to find excellent writing, you should peruse the Editor's Choice category. It's a good place to start!!
Oh and if you are looking for audio versions, where you can have the story read to you, check those out too!!
So many well established writers here and so many new voices, just waiting to be heard!!
It's a rich tapestry for sure!!
It depends what you like?
I'm very fond of NoReasonNeeded (duh!)
Frank_Lee is superb
Lisa is an absolute Marvel
Tashtego is engaging
Laura_Lee's poems have to be read (and listened to) to be believed.
Shylass has such a way with heartbreaking and gutwrenching reality, both in poetry and prose
Curlygirly makes me laugh and hot in one fell swoop!!! (she's just about to get her first Famous Story!! Which is very exciting and I urge you to check her out!!)
http://www.lushstories.com/stories/toys/wheres-the-remote.aspx
Honestly, I think that we are truly blessed with the rich variety of writers, here on Lush, to suit just about every taste...
I think that if you are looking to find excellent writing, you should peruse the Editor's Choice category. It's a good place to start!!
Oh and if you are looking for audio versions, where you can have the story read to you, check those out too!!
So many well established writers here and so many new voices, just waiting to be heard!!
It's a rich tapestry for sure!!
Mazztastic
Quote by MasterJonathan
I would have to agree with asleep. Mazza's audios are incredible. I also enjoy saga's and Poppets audios as well. Each offers a little something different and something that I sooo enjoy listening to. I have downloaded and "collected" them all and I am constantly bugging them for more! LOL!
You are too kind, dear!!
I'm working on something now - who knows when I'll get it finished though...
Mazztastic
This is such a vast topic and it affects us all in so many different ways...
Whether it's premenstrual tension that can crop up for a few days every month, depression after a loss or trauma, an accumulation of stress and anxiety or postnatal depression - to name but a few. It affects the sufferer and also the people around them; coworkers, friends, family...
Depression can be 'beaten' or at least managed but what works for one may not work for another, it's such a personal thing and finding 'inroads' to what works for you can be time-consuming and difficult, but ultimately very rewarding.
Finding the root cause of it can be a huge help, in fact, realizing that you are actually suffering from depression at all can be a breakthrough because it's not always immediately obvious.
There are myriad ways of approaching the subject. Talking therapies can be very helpful - of course, that's dependent on finding someone who resonates with you and your situation - I've heard of people who've found no comfort whatsoever in seeing a therapist and my observation is that it's often because they just don't make a connection with them.
There are a few basics that can make a huge difference and the posters above have mentioned them: diet, sleep, proper hydration, exercise, removing yourself from stressful situations/people (how many people are in a depressed state because of work/family/partners etc?)
A couple of other things can be 'causes' and that's what I wanted to mention:
The side effects of current/previous medications - it can also occur because more than one medicine can interact with another and cause a negative effect - doctors aren't always aware of this and it's worth checking - if you are on or have been on medication, please do speak to your healthcare provider, in case this could be a cause.
Vitamin and mineral deficiencies - for example, if you are deficient in vitamin D, this can directly cause depression (it can also go on to cause MS, diabetes, cardio-vascular problems, psoriasis - the list goes on). My point being that a simple blood test can establish this - so much easier to take a good quality supplement and get to the root of the problem than find yourself a few years down the line, medicated for something much more serious.
There is also a connection between the health of your gut/digestive system and depression -
Depression/Gut connection
(there is a lot of information available online regarding this - it's worth taking a look)
Suffice to say that the correlation between the gut and the mind certainly makes it worth taking into consideration - particularly if you have been or indeed are prone to gastric disturbance of any sort.
One common or recurring theme in sufferers of depression is a feeling of helplessness and being a victim to the condition. My observation is that if the person can begin to get to the root of what is or what has been a potential cause of the condition, then they can start to make big inroads into changing it. It is hugely empowering to understand that the condition is not usually without cause and being able to start to make changes generally has a very positive knock-on effect on the individual as a whole. The support of friends and family can make a massive difference, but it can be difficult to ask for help and people are not always aware that a loved one is suffering.
I've barely scratched the surface here, but if you do suffer from depression, there are simple and basic steps that you can take to bring about the changes which will lead you to the road to recovery. It may not disappear completely and there will likely be bumps in the road.
It is so worth trying though - the little, positive changes you make are cumulative and once you start, it will become that bit easier to make the bigger changes.
Whether it's premenstrual tension that can crop up for a few days every month, depression after a loss or trauma, an accumulation of stress and anxiety or postnatal depression - to name but a few. It affects the sufferer and also the people around them; coworkers, friends, family...
Depression can be 'beaten' or at least managed but what works for one may not work for another, it's such a personal thing and finding 'inroads' to what works for you can be time-consuming and difficult, but ultimately very rewarding.
Finding the root cause of it can be a huge help, in fact, realizing that you are actually suffering from depression at all can be a breakthrough because it's not always immediately obvious.
There are myriad ways of approaching the subject. Talking therapies can be very helpful - of course, that's dependent on finding someone who resonates with you and your situation - I've heard of people who've found no comfort whatsoever in seeing a therapist and my observation is that it's often because they just don't make a connection with them.
There are a few basics that can make a huge difference and the posters above have mentioned them: diet, sleep, proper hydration, exercise, removing yourself from stressful situations/people (how many people are in a depressed state because of work/family/partners etc?)
A couple of other things can be 'causes' and that's what I wanted to mention:
The side effects of current/previous medications - it can also occur because more than one medicine can interact with another and cause a negative effect - doctors aren't always aware of this and it's worth checking - if you are on or have been on medication, please do speak to your healthcare provider, in case this could be a cause.
Vitamin and mineral deficiencies - for example, if you are deficient in vitamin D, this can directly cause depression (it can also go on to cause MS, diabetes, cardio-vascular problems, psoriasis - the list goes on). My point being that a simple blood test can establish this - so much easier to take a good quality supplement and get to the root of the problem than find yourself a few years down the line, medicated for something much more serious.
There is also a connection between the health of your gut/digestive system and depression -
Depression/Gut connection
(there is a lot of information available online regarding this - it's worth taking a look)
Suffice to say that the correlation between the gut and the mind certainly makes it worth taking into consideration - particularly if you have been or indeed are prone to gastric disturbance of any sort.
One common or recurring theme in sufferers of depression is a feeling of helplessness and being a victim to the condition. My observation is that if the person can begin to get to the root of what is or what has been a potential cause of the condition, then they can start to make big inroads into changing it. It is hugely empowering to understand that the condition is not usually without cause and being able to start to make changes generally has a very positive knock-on effect on the individual as a whole. The support of friends and family can make a massive difference, but it can be difficult to ask for help and people are not always aware that a loved one is suffering.
I've barely scratched the surface here, but if you do suffer from depression, there are simple and basic steps that you can take to bring about the changes which will lead you to the road to recovery. It may not disappear completely and there will likely be bumps in the road.
It is so worth trying though - the little, positive changes you make are cumulative and once you start, it will become that bit easier to make the bigger changes.