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The Positive Power of Humor and Creativity

Sunday, January 24th, 2010


Any one who knows me or reads these posts regularly, also is aware that I strongly believe in the positive power of humor and creativity.

The Humor Project runs a conference called, “The Positive Power of Humor and Creativity.” The Humor Project was founded by Joel Goodman and Margie Ingram. I first met Joel when we were attending Creative Problem Solving in Buffalo, NY in the 80s. Later, I sporadically started attending his conferences when I needed a creativity fix. Margie, Joel’s wife, is the Conference Coordinator and what a great job she does.

In any case, this year’s line up is terrific: Jeff Zaslow, Co-author of The Last Lecture; Norman Cousins, LOL Award Legacy of Laughter; Matt Weinstein, “What Bernie Madoff Couldn’t Steal from Me;” Martha Bolton, Jest-selling author & Bob Hope staff writer; and David Roth, Conference troubadour, Master of music & Mirth.

I’m partial to David as one of the songs he wrote, “Don’t Should on Me, and I won’t Should on You,” is a favorite.

I mention this conference from June 11-13 because it is good, reasonable, and good for anyone. You see teachers, health care workers, clowns, FBI, CIA, business people, and just about anyone you can imagine or not imagine attending. Norm went with me two years, and thoroughly enjoyed it.

If you need a jump start or restart, this is the answer. You can find out more details at www.HumorProject.com or call 518-587-8770.

I have a schedule conflict this year. If any of you attend, please let me know how you enjoyed the experience.

Laughter and Creativity Matter,

Maralyn D. Hill, President
International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association
Books By Hills Success With Writing Where & What in the World

Finalist in the Writing and Publishing category of the 2009 Next Generation Indie Book Awards,
“$uccess, Your Path to a Successful Book,”

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Success — Taking Time to Think Creatively with Mona Lisa

Monday, December 28th, 2009

This creative project came from Suzanne Wilder, a International Food Wine and Travel Writers Association Regional Membership Director in Australia.

Think outside the box and see if you can figure out what was used to create this rendering of the Mona Lisa in Sydney.

I’m sorry to say, it took me until the end. My creativity needs a jump start again. Sometimes I ease up on stretching my thought process. Some creative measure like this helps me back on target.

Artist assistants stand next to 3,604 cups of coffee which have been made into a giant Mona Lisa in Sydney, Australia. The 3, 604 cups of coffee were each filled with different amounts of milk to create the different shades.

Thank you to our “down under” friends for providing us with a brain teaser.

Maralyn D. Hill, President
International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association
Books By Hills Success Log Global Log

Finalist in the Writing and Publishing category of the 2009 Next Generation Indie Book Awards,
“$uccess, Your Path to a Successful Book,”

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Success-Creative Sources

Tuesday, November 24th, 2009


The following excerpt is from “Success, Your Path to A Success Book,” by Maralyn D. Hill & Brenda C. Hill.


Creative Sources


  • Andrei G. Aleinikov, Ph.D., Megacreativity—This is full of quizzes and exercises that will help you think outside the box.

  • V&C Crowley, Free Your Creative Spirit—This book helps you discover your talents in a manner that will help you with self-expression.

  • Sam Harrison, Ideaspotting—This helps you think outside the box, like the 9 dot square. Harrison provides insights into your using the creative process.

  • Simon Joinsonm, 101 Great Things to do with Your Digital Camera—Understand your camera and add spice to your photos.

  • Anne Lamott, Bird by Bird—National best seller that deals with tackling writing one bird at a time. First published in 1995, it is one of the most recommended books by writers of all ages and genres.

When Anne spoke at the Santa Barbara Writer’s Conference, she held the audience captive. I love all of her books, but Bird is the bible for learning the writing process from A to Z.

  • Eric Maisel, Ph.D.,Coaching the Artist Within—This book will help you coach yourself and use your creativity.

  • Eric Maisel, Ph.D., Creativity for Life—Helps those who experience blocks in balancing life difficulties. Dr. Maisel is a creativity coach.

  • Dr. Jeffrey Thompson, Creative Mind System 2-CD Set—Provides music that helps you better access your creative abilities.

Maralyn D. Hill & Brenda C. Hill
International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association
Books By Hills Success Log Global Log

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