#editor's corner

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Many writers do not take advantage of the distinction between the relative pronouns "that" and "which," and this is a shame. Good writing should fully exploit all the resources of the language, not narrow them.

So what is the difference?

Technically, "that" should be used to restrict the meaning of the term being described, such as in this sentence: “Books that come out this year are called frontlist books.”

The use of "that" tells us that only those books coming out in 2004 are called frontlist books. "Which," on the other hand, when it is a relative pronoun, should introduce only phrases that provide a grammar lagniappe, a little something extra. It should also have a comma in front of it and a comma after its phrase. An example is, “This book, which has a fabulous author photo, has sold very well.” While we appreciate a good one, the author photo does not have much to do with the sales of a book. The fact that in this case the photo was fabulous is just a bit of fun information, not vital to the meaning of the sentence.

You will notice this advice ignored time and again, even by very good writers, and often by British writers. Usually, people will use "that" instead of "which," shortchanging the latter, and confusing their readers, who are not being told if the information is important or not.

But why should we narrow our choices in our writing? Why not use all the resources at our disposal? Maintaining the distinction between that and which, and the phrases that go with these words, allows you to pack more meaning into your sentences. And that’s always a goal of good writing.

-Karen DeVinney

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Editor's Corner: When Your Foundation Is Tested

Editor’s Corner: When Your Foundation Is Tested

Photography by Paul Lomax

Keep Your Foundation Grounded…

They say home is where the heart is and Yonkers, New York will always be a place I shared my best memories growing up.  I haven’t written in awhile and frankly felt mentally yet emotionally drained due to family deaths, personal health issues, and losing friendships.  I always stayed in Yonkers with my uncle who passed away this year and whenever he wanted to come to North Carolina, I’d be on the highway in a heartbeat.  So when he passed away it was really hard for me to grasp he wasn’t here anymore.  Now who do I talk with about my crazy stories in the city, answer questions about what I do or talk to about music?

I’m usually the strong one in the family and the first to step up when someone is in need.  If you’re in my circle or someone I speak to frequently, I’m there to change your words from a negative to a positive, giving you perspective on things that may seem unclear and encouraging you through my words or gifts.  I thank God I am blessed with a group of best friends and people who checked in on me when I needed to take my mind off things or vent.   Everyone grieves differently and I found myself just holding it in, taking new jobs and putting work in front of everything instead of dealing with it.  I was so wrong in doing that in the beginning and needed to take some time away to get back my sanity. So, I cried, got inspired by my client’s music, cried again, took better care of my health, talked with God, cried again, forgave myself along with those who hurt me and spent my time with people who deserved it.

In the word’s of T.D. Jakes, “Storms come to try your foundation“.  So when the storm begins to rage keep hold of your foundation.  Your foundation that keeps you grounded, those who accept you and keep you up when you are down. Memories and love are forever.  Love is love. – Shiyana Bellamy

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Editor's Corner

Good Day! We have some exciting news! The Eorzean Classifieds will be expanding! We will be running articles on current events and public interest pieces! This may take a little to fully implement but we are excited to see where this new venue will take us! If you are interested in having your event reported on, send us a request via our submission form. As this expansion happens, we would be more than happy to have more journalists join our team. We are also going to be changing our name. If you have a suggestion, please submit it! We love our readers and greatly value your input. Be well, dears! Ms. Deloris

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Editor’s Corner

Hello, my dears.

We have highly enjoyed helping those that have come to us and it’s meant a lot that you have taken the time to read my advice and that it has helped some of you! That’s what we were hoping for. Sadly, due to no submissions, we are unable to continue running the article. However, if you have any submissions, please feel free to send them. We answer swiftly and give only what we feel is the very best of advice! 

Our personal and business ads are still open as well, simply submit your ad and we’ll review it and publish it! Be sure to add contact information. 

Be good, my dears.

-Ms. Deloris

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Editor’s Corner

Hello my dears,

Our submissions have been low and thus we have not been able to publish anything. So in the meantime, we would like to thank you all for your interest and encourage you to post ads and even submit suggestions! 

We will be adding an “Artist’s corner” soon, featuring a lovely piece of art here in the Eorzean Classifieds. We would like these to be nominated through our readers, so if you would like to nominate a work, please send us a copy of the image and contact information to the artist. 

Good luck and bless, my dears. 

-Ms. Deloris

(( Send art suggestions Here with contact information for the artist. The art doesn’t have to be an IC work of art, but it does need to be SFW (no full nudity and no sexual acts please) and FFXIV. It can be of OC’s or NPC’s. 

Send in your questions! Doesn’t have to be relationship related. And personal and professional ads are still accepted. These are intended to hopefully help people connect and find new rp partners and opportunities. 

If you would like your event or business featured, please send me a message, I would be more than happy to promote it for you! ))

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Editor’s Corner

Hello my dears! 

Again thank you all for your interest in this humble article. It means the world to me. 

I would like to extend an invitation to anyone interested in joining the team here at the Eorzean Classifieds, giving advice on various subjects and helping to guide those that seek our assistance in the right direction. 

If you are interested in joining this team or know someone who would, please contact us here. 

Thank you and all the best, my dears.

-Ms. Deloris

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Editor’s Corner

Good evening, my dears! I am pleased that you all are taking advantage of our humble services here at the Eorzean Classifieds. 

We here at the Eorzean Classifieds seek to bring you wholesome advice and a medium to find work or love through our personal ads! 

It is important to note that we are not a bar and your searches for one night stands are not appropriate for our goal. However, if you are truly seeking potential life long partners, then our personal ads are open to you!

Thank you and good luck, my dears.

-Ms. Deloris

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What Does the Internet Think of Recruiters?

I was introduced to a fun new tool today (thanks @mParkerByrd). The site is called WhatDoesTheInternetThink.net. Basically, you can use the site to get an idea of what people on the internet think of a certain topic. I thought it would be fun to do a little comparison. http://dlvr.it/7nKhfb