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Dive into the power of words!

Words, wonderful words! The Mermaids celebrate the creative magic of words. Some words are fun and whimsical. Others scratchy, irritating and hurtful. In days of old, spells and curses were ominous strings of rich, complex and formidable words. There are words that carry meaning that need no explanation. Think on these: "I do." "From dust to dust." "I solemnly swear." "I pledge allegiance." Words and thoughts shape who we are. With words we broadcast to the world our intention. The Mermaids hope to inspire and challenge you to dive deep, become aware of how you use your words. Pay attention. Nourish your mind, as well as the lives of others, with an infusion of joyful, powerful words.

"Think twice before you speak, because your words and influence will plant the seed of either success or failure in the mind of another." ~Napoleon Hill

	Using powerfully positive words Depth Finder / Essays Pay attention to how you feel when certain words are used. Do you feel confident, positive, and hopeful when you speak? Here are some thoughts on powerfull positive words.
	Let’s get creative: Encouraging words Oars in the Water / Organization The Mermaids did a fun, team-building, morale-boosting exercise and combined it with a creative project. This project offers insight into how others, namely your friends or work mates, view you. It is designed to offer words of encouragement, strength, and inspiration to each participant- warm fuzzies all around!
	Women who dared to use words Skinny Dipping / Taking Risks Coming from different backgrounds and writing from varied points of view, each of these women used pen and paper to powerfully reveal and celebrate the human condition.
	When words hurt Swimming Upstream / Taking Chances Author Patricia Evans shares her insights on verbal abuse and its devastating psychological and physical impacts.
	The Haiku assignment Float / Relaxation A middle school English class assignment jump-starts a life-long passion for creating with words.
	Book review: Simple Abundance Depth Finder / Essays This book contains daily readings that will engage and enrich your life and may possibly change things for the better. Worth every minute you spend with it.
	Influence it! Skinny Dipping / Taking Risks A girl's got to have influence. Dr. Karen Keller gives six points for making a power decision every time! She has a free gift for Mermaid readers.
	Fashion splash: Stepping out this Spring Shimmer & Shine / Beauty Things are looking really high this spring. I mean REALLY high! Shoes and sandals are reaching new heights. Platforms and wedges are taller and bolder than ever.
	Get Lit! Reading, writing & storytelling Skinny Dipping / Taking Risks The 12th annual Get Lit Festival is April 14-21, 2010. It's a weeklong celebration of reading, writing, and storytelling for all ages!
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	Current Mer-Reads: Buck, Morrison, & Harris Depth Finder / Essays The Mermaids love to read, read, read! See what they think about their books, as well as what is on each of their nightstands.