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As always, you can choose one, both, or write whatever else comes. Set a timer for 9 minutes and just keep your pen or pencil moving.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">In the sunlight\u2026 \/ I\u2019m holding onto&#8230;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Writing in community is powerful. We are grateful to our longtime partner <a href=\"https:\/\/writearound.org\/\">Write Around Portland<\/a> for the writing prompts and inspiration. You can revisit past Sunday posts and look for continuing weekly posts through the year. 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