March 2004

Well, I made it. I finally got the web site updated, and this newsletter is ready to go. And it wasn't much fun getting to this point. I have my perfect internet connection to thank for that (catch my sarcasm?).

As frustrating as it has been to get this e-zine out today, I am thankful that it was the worst of the day's trials.

Trials and suffering. That is the theme for this month's issue of RubyZine. We all go through them. Some small ones, like my computer troubles today. Some big ones, like the loss of a friend or loved one. And everywhere in between.

I hope this month's issue will help you learn more about dealing with times of trial. If you are going through a tough time, don't be shy about talking to someone--a pastor, parent, christian friend. Ask them to pray for you. Spend time praying for yourself. And you can always e-mail me with prayer requests too. I would love to pray for you.

In Christ's Love,

Rebecca

P.S.

You will notice some changes in RubyZine in the next couple of months. We at RubyZine want to help you develop your talents, whatever they are, so that you can become the person God created you to be. We will be focusing on a specific talent each month (writing, art, drama, etc.). So, stay tuned!

-----------------------------
IN THIS ISSUE:
-----------------------------


1. Devotional: Dealing With Depression

2. Just for Laughs

3. Real Life Q&A with Camy Tang

4. FEATURE ARTICLE: Why Everyone Can and Should Write by Rebecca Gomez

5. FEATURE ARTICLE: Overcoming Obstacles by Eileen Key

6. FEATURE ARTICLE: If Only I Knew by Grace West

7. FEATURE ARTICLE: Ultimate Moisturizing Make-over by teen writer Jessica Butler

8. GOD'S GIRLS: Profile of college student Lisa Liu, who is studying to become a therapist

9. POETRY: Four wonderful poems by teen writers.
"Thanx"
"I Wondered Why"
"A Slice of Life"
"A Forgotten Dream"

10. TEEN TO TEEN: Two great articles this month!
Wait and See
Courting vs. Dating

11. FICTION WITH A POINT: "The Lord Works in Mysterious Ways" by teen writer Jolene Duggan

12. JUST FOR FUN: Two fun and hilarious games for slumber parties or overnight youth events.