Melissa Gower-Pence, the founder of CraftCruises which includes Craft Cruises For Kids, has noticed that more boys are knitting than  ever before. And why not? Knitting has a calming effect and enables those wanting money to sell their products to stores catering to children clothes and boutiques offering hand knitted merchandise.

If you have not found a job this summer whether you are a boy or a girl you might consider learning how to knit. If you don’t know how to knit your local yarn store will help you get started. If supplies are a problem go to Needle Arts Mentoring Program  at http://www.tnna.org/page/NAMPHome  or  c/o Helping Hands Foundation, Inc. 1100-H Brandywine Blvd. Zanesville, OH 43701-7303. E-mail: HelpingHands@Offinger.com . This group will tell you what is available in your area and if need be will supply you free of charge with the necessary material. Send us photos of your new accomplishments.

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For those of you who have a desire to write you have read in the past my comments about ONE TEEN STORY.  They are a magazine for teenagers who have a story to tell. If you don't want to spend the money to subscribe ask your library to get the magazine. Read it before you write your own story. If you have a good relationship with your English teacher she/he might help you organize your story. Anyway here is the latest info from the publisher.

One Teen Story just a year old, the monthly magazine of short fiction for young people is getting a new editor-in-chief: Patrick Ryan, 47, was the associate editor of Granta from 2009 to 2013. Designed for readers 14 and up, One Teen Story publishes nine issues a year. Like its parent magazine, it doesn’t carry photographs or advertising. It’s just exactly what it says: one story per issue.

Ryan says young people are “looking for engaging reads about people whom they can identify with. It’s not about having a message or the positive spin. It always starts on a character level, and it has to have an interesting story. If you look at the ‘Twilight’ characters and the ‘Harry Potter’ characters, they feel very contemporary.”

Ryan knows what he’s talking about because he’s written for this market himself. In addition to publishing a collection of short stories for adults, he’s the author of three novels for young adults: “Saints of Augustine,” “In Mike We Trust” and “Gemini Bites.”

Posted by answersforteens at 2:32 PM EDT

Updated: Thursday, 20 June 2013 10:02 AM EDT

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Mood:  a-ok

Wellness week is coming this September, but you know what - wellness should be year round. The subjects which cover wellness week are so important you need to work on them year round. Be good to yourself. Take the pledge not to take drugs or drink. Those of you who have read my book know that addiction is hereditary. Much has to do with how we metabolize alcohol and/or drugs. Think about the points listed below. They have been put together by SAMHSA. Perhaps you can help to organize some activities in your community. If you have any questions feel free to get in touch with SAMHSA at wellness@samhsa.hhs.gov 

National Wellness Week 2013 Schedule:

Monday, September 16

Overview of Eight Dimensions
Overarching activities about SAMHSA's Wellness Initiative, National Wellness Week, and how the Eight Dimensions help people recover and build resilience, especially when confronted with traumatic, mental health, or substance use challenges.

Tuesday, September 17

Physical Dimension
Activities promoting healthy behaviors, including smoking cessation, physical activity, nutrition, adequate sleep, and safe medication use.

Wednesday, September 18

Intellectual Dimension
Activities encouraging individuals to participate in the Artistic Expression for Wellness national activity, such as writing poetry or developing artwork. Also, messages inspiring creativity and mentally stimulating activities, such as writing poetry or teaching others about one's area of interest.

• Artistic Expression for Wellness national activity

Thursday, September 19

Spiritual Dimension
Activities encouraging incorporating pursuits such as meditation, prayer, or music into one's efforts to enhance recovery.

Friday, September 20

Social and Emotional Dimensions
Activities encouraging individuals to join the Line Dance for Wellness in communities across the country. Dancing is a great stress reliever and also provides social interaction. Individuals can also incorporate the social and emotional dimensions in a variety of other ways, such as volunteering, joining a book club, or simply spending more time with family and friends.

• Line Dance for Wellness national activity

Saturday, September 21

Financial and Occupational Dimensions
Activities promoting tips and support on how to manage one's finances. Encouraging individuals to explore work opportunities that will provide satisfaction in their lives.

• Financial dimension national activity (please check back periodically for more information).

Sunday, September 22

Environmental Dimension
Activities promoting ways individuals can improve healthy environmental surroundings to support their physical and mental health.

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Posted by answersforteens at 12:16 AM EDT

Updated: Tuesday, 21 May 2013 12:32 AM EDT

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It is so sad that we have people in this world who want to hurt us. Yes, I am talking about the Boston tragedy. If this has upset you or if you live in Boston and have been touched by the terrorism seek out someone to talk to here. Here is a resource:

The toll-free Disaster Distress Helpline, 1-800-985-5990, can provide immediate counseling to anyone who needs help in dealing with the aftermath of this tragedy. This free, confidential, and multilingual crisis support service is also available via SMS—text "TalkWithUs" to 66746. Callers and texters are connected to trained and caring professionals who provide confidential counseling, referrals, and other needed support services.

Posted by answersforteens at 5:57 PM EDT

Updated: Wednesday, 15 May 2013 4:12 PM EDT

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Sometimes we do feel down. Or, we know someone who is feeling down and we want to help. Here are two phone numbers you should know.

For disaster distress: 1 800 985 5990 or to text: talk with us 66746

For suicidal help: 1 800 273 0255

Remember you will soon be an adult and be able to lead your own life in a positive, healthy way. Think with self-confidence. You can do it.

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Mood:  bright

I received the following information on line:

Lionrock Recovery - the first ever online drug/alcohol recovery program and their innovative video conferencing platform. Here's a subject that very rarely gets the media attention it deserves (addiction), and Lionrock is really pioneering an entirely new way for people to get help. This is something that could help thousands and we could use your help spreading the word.

Lionrock Recovery (www.lionrockrecovery.com) makes getting help for alcohol and drug problems easier by combining serious addiction treatment with the privacy of online therapy delivered at a reasonable/affordable price. Lionrock is really trailblazing a new solution for those in need of help. For example, Lionrock is a more affordable and discreet option for Moms who are struggling and juggling... it is discreet, convenient, and lower-cost than traditional rehab. This way they don't have to leave the comfort of their own homes to get help.

I know that rehab/addiction is somewhat of a taboo subject, but with your help spreading the word, we can help by educating a number of people who might not have sought treatment before on a new solution that might suit their needs. 

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Investigate it but be careful.  I personally think that the personal touch, being eyeball to eyeball with other people, is very important.

Posted by answersforteens at 2:58 PM EST

Updated: Wednesday, 20 February 2013 3:10 PM EST

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www.Whatif.org

Do you like science then visit www.whatif.org.

What If? is designed to excite students about science, technology, engineering and mathematics. The goal is to develop their creative and analytical abilities by learning about the growing need for green fuels and designing a vehicle propulsion system using commonly available materials, including sweet treats and carbonated beverages. Students in two age categories, 14-16 and 17-18, may work alone or in groups of as many as four. They must create a research plan, write a research paper, develop and build the propulsion system, make a video showing the vehicle in action, and submit the video to judges via YouTube.com. 

How to Submit your Entry: Go to www.whatif.org and then

1. Download and completely fill out the Submission Information Form for your team. See Below

   PDF Version Word Version

2. You MUST email your Entry (Essay and any additional supporting files) to entry@whatifprize.org no later than before 11:59pm US Central Time, March 31st, 2013.
3. 3. Ensure you receive a confirmation email that your entry was received. Without this confirmation, your team is not entered in the competition. If you get a notice that your entry was received and you did not submit it, please contact the What If Management team immediately at info@whatifprize.org so we can investigate the situation.  

Let us know if you win. Good luck.

Posted by answersforteens at 12:12 PM EST

Updated: Sunday, 3 February 2013 6:41 PM EST

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