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(Message started by: ClusterChuck on May 2nd, 2005, 11:22pm)
Title: OUCH Newsletter
Post by ClusterChuck on May 2nd, 2005, 11:22pm
OK, maybe foolishly, but I have volunteered to get out a newsletter.  DonnaD is WAY too busy with life, a new job, and setting up the convention.

I am asking that anyone that has an article, or story, or whatever, to submit, please email it to me.  I will be traveling across the country for the next two weeks, so I won't do much while traveling, but that gives you time to submit your story.  I will, whenever I can, check my email and this site.

I will be sending out some private requests to some people for articles I would like them to write.

This may not look as professional as some in the past, but I feel we need to get SOMETHING out.  Bear with me.  I have never done anything like this before.

Thank you!

Chuck
Title: Re: OUCH Newsletter
Post by Carl_D on May 2nd, 2005, 11:35pm
I feel like the only way OUCH can go on at this point is if people GET INVOLVED! With that said, I am volunteering myself and any services I may be able to offer to help OUCH. I have many skills with writing being my strong point. I will also be posting this on the OUCH website.

Peace,
Carl D
Title: Re: OUCH Newsletter
Post by firebrix on May 3rd, 2005, 2:17am
Don't worry Chuck. You'll do fine. Remember I'm also a writer so just ask if you need any help. I'd love to.
Actually, probably around 2 years ago someone had the very bright idea to have a section in the newsletter which described what the various OUCH chapters had achieved that year. We were going to call it "Ouch Around the World". I collected the info, editted it with a short story and forwarded it to the editor. I never saw anything printed (and I am an OUCH member) and often wondered what those who contributed from Canada,Italy, and the UK thought about the Kiwi who bothered them for info and then appeared to do nothing with all the input they so kindly sent. I may have deleted it from my HD  but you might be able to use it if the previous ed. can find it. Otherwise let me know and I'll look again.

I wholeheartedly agree that something is better than nothing and there must be others like me who have written stuff which has not got published. C'mon outta the woodwork guys and send it to Chuck.
Title: Re: OUCH Newsletter
Post by Svenn on May 3rd, 2005, 3:58am
thnx Chuck

You just let us know what you want and we try help you


Svenn
Title: Re: OUCH Newsletter
Post by BarbaraD on May 3rd, 2005, 5:54am
Thanks Chuck.

Did Donna send the stories that were sent to her?


I did one of the newsletters years ago and it ain't that hard. Getting something out is the main point.

I'll see if I can find the story I did for the one about a year ago that never got out.

Simple rule of journalism -- KISS -- Keep It Simple and Short.  :)

Hugs BD
Title: Re: OUCH Newsletter
Post by Renee on May 3rd, 2005, 5:56am
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Thanks Chuck
Title: Re: OUCH Newsletter
Post by ClusterChuck on May 3rd, 2005, 9:36am

on 05/03/05 at 05:54:26, BarbaraD wrote:
Did Donna send the stories that were sent to her?


Not yet.  We were just talking yesterday, and I am traveling right now, so not a whole lot done yet.  I have sent out some requests, and so far, most have agreed to write something up.  

on 05/03/05 at 05:54:26, BarbaraD wrote:
I'll see if I can find the story I did for the one about a year ago that never got out.


That would be GREAT!!!  Thanks!!!


on 05/03/05 at 05:54:26, BarbaraD wrote:
Simple rule of journalism -- KISS -- Keep It Simple and Short.  


And here I always thought that stood for "Keep It Simple, Stupid" !!!

Thanks, Barbara!  You're the BEST!!!

Chuck
Title: Re: OUCH Newsletter
Post by ClusterChuck on May 3rd, 2005, 9:40am

on 05/03/05 at 02:17:17, firebrix wrote:
Actually, probably around 2 years ago someone had the very bright idea to have a section in the newsletter which described what the various OUCH chapters had achieved that year. We were going to call it "Ouch Around the World". I collected the info, editted it with a short story and forwarded it to the editor.


That is a GREAT idea!  But, I would want all new stories.  After all, it has been two years (you say), and I am sure things have changed, or gotten further along by now.  

Anything you can get together would be great!  

And I just might be hitting you up for proof reading or editing or something!!!

Thanks, darling!
Chuck
Title: Re: OUCH Newsletter
Post by Donna_D. on May 3rd, 2005, 9:43am
Chuck,

I will get more details to you as soon as possible.  Hirvimaki has indicated in the past that he is still willing to be graphics editor.  Hirv, you still interested?


DD
Title: Re: OUCH Newsletter
Post by ClusterChuck on May 3rd, 2005, 9:45am

on 05/03/05 at 09:43:30, Donna_D. wrote:
Chuck,

I will get more details to you as soon as possible.  Hirvimaki has indicated in the past that he is still willing to be graphics editor.  Hirv, you still interested?


DD


Thanks!!!  I need all the help I can get!!!  ( NO COMMENTS NEEDED !! )   ;;D

Chuck
Title: Re: OUCH Newsletter
Post by don on May 3rd, 2005, 12:32pm
Will it include the Funny Pages?  8)
Title: Re: OUCH Newsletter
Post by firebrix on May 3rd, 2005, 5:50pm
Why not?
Are you going to write them then Don?
Title: Re: OUCH Newsletter
Post by Carl_D on May 3rd, 2005, 9:16pm

on 05/03/05 at 12:32:24, don wrote:
Will it include the Funny Pages?  8)



on 05/03/05 at 17:50:33, firebrix wrote:
Why not?
Are you going to write them then Don?


Now Brikki, we don't want bath house humor.  ;;D

Good idea Don!

Hmm, wonder who could do a funnies page.  ::)

LOL!
Carl  
Title: Re: OUCH Newsletter
Post by Linda_Howell on May 4th, 2005, 3:44pm

Chuck, you said:

 
Quote:
But, I would want all new stories.



I'd like to submit a story.

It's all about this guy with polished finger and toe nails who put on a sarong and a thong and waltzed  into a bar disturbing 2 women who were playing pool and trying to raise money for OUCH.    ;;D

   New enough for ya?

Linda

Title: Re: OUCH Newsletter
Post by BarbaraD on May 4th, 2005, 5:08pm
Add the pictures and it'll be the talk of Clusterdome. ;;D

I still have nightmares of that one..... Two snarling women with pool cues and a drag queen..... :-/  Where are the Chipndales when you need them [smiley=huh.gif]

Hugs BD
Title: Re: OUCH Newsletter
Post by Charlie on May 4th, 2005, 8:34pm
I'll polish up my technique for you Chuck. Just don't ask me to be original. You people do it so much better.

Charlie
Title: Re: OUCH Newsletter
Post by Hirvimaki on May 5th, 2005, 9:48am

on 05/03/05 at 09:43:30, Donna_D. wrote:
 Hirvimaki has indicated in the past that he is still willing to be graphics editor.  Hirv, you still interested?

Yes, absolutely.

The hat is a bit dusty, but it still fits. :)

Hirvimaki-Isi
Title: Re: OUCH Newsletter
Post by Lizzie2 on May 5th, 2005, 8:16pm


I don't know when you are planning to put it out, but I'm officially attending the American Headache Society's 47th Annual Scientific Meeting from June 23-26 in Philly...so I'd be more than happy to write about that in this or some future newsletter edition!

Good luck!!
Carrie/Lizzie2 :)


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