3 new projects coming up here at How to Cope with Pain…

1.  Pain-Blog Carnivals
To date, we’ve had 2 great pain-blog carnivals (a “carnival” is a collection of articles published by other bloggers, gathered for readers in 1 place), one on Pain and Work and one on Pain and Independence.  Because this has been a popular feature, I’ve decided to have one monthly (during the last week of each month).  So for all you bloggers, you’re invited to send in your best article each month.  This month’s deadline is this Friday, October 26, and the carnival will be Wednesday, October 31.  It’ll be lots of great reading!

Not a blogger, but want to contribute?

2.  Reader Questions
As I enjoy getting reader requests for topics and have written a bit in response to questions or topic suggestions, I’ve decided to do this more regularly.  Starting in November, my posts will be devoted to what you send in, 2 times per month.

3.  Guest Articles
I’ve had several “guest posts” from other bloggers as well as readers.  I’m inviting you to write a short article about any topic related to pain - whether you’re a blogger or not.  I’m not guaranteeing publication, and you have to be ok with my editing, but I believe that what you have to offer will be valuable to others.  You might write about:

• coping skills you’d like to share
• a question you’d like to ask our readers
• what you’ve learned from your journey with pain
• humorous pain-related stories

You can send in your submissions or questions here for any of these 3 options.  I’m looking forward to your submissions!

Thanks to Leo Reynolds for the photo from Flickr.

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