This is a periodical edition with no weekly or monthly demanded schedule. I'm writing it because I think these individuals deserve some pats on the backs and a little extra recognition. The way I see it, the former syndicated members - though still family - are new to the rest of the family. They are all newer members in that sense and as such, qualify to be 'Rising Stars'. I put the ones I selected in alphabetical order according to their usernames, so without further adieu, let me honor family members:
Her story can sometimes be a sad one, but at the same time, she is filled with optimism and a sense of hope unlike many I've seen. She shares things even I would have a tough time putting out there for all the world to see. She wears her heart on her sleeve and really is becoming a great Steempeep and family member. She even is going as far as bringing people offline to the vast ocean we all share here in Steemit. Great job @baby07, keep on Steeming on!
This one took me by surprise. I believe they are far more intelligent than they actually let on. In the course of a recent project, their true colors started shining through as a pure writer. My first impression was that poetry was their niche, but, upon further inspection and engagement, I have to let you know, that is far from the case. Thank you for being there for and with us @carmalain7!
She is great you guys, another one of those intelligent people that are a thrill to engage with. She often participates in @mariannewests's freewrite challenges and also has started her own little contest. It's called 'Make Me Smile'. That should really tell you something about her character as she embraces the positive things in life. I'm happy you're aboard @elizacheng, glad you found us!
Now, this lady here, she has been impressing me on various levels. There is one in particular though, that I want to highlight here. With one of our witnesses, @sircork, being fairly consumed with launching @steemstarnetwork and keeping @youarehope functioning smoothly, he hasn't had time to do certain things. He posed an S.O.S. for some assistance with @youarehope and @fishyculture stepped up to bat. Major props for that one sweets. Good on 'YAH'!
This guy is just a riot. I didn't really know he had such a good sense of humor until he started chatting more in discord and cracking me up. But that's what I love about #thealliance, we all have our own personalities and ways of approaching Steemit. Hazem even hopped on the last pow-wow with us and told us how to pronounce his name correctly, because I'll be honest, I had no idea LOL! But you are quite the engaging fellow my man and we're happy you set roots down with us on the family tree.
Jose is also one of our great new family members. He has been doing a clay art contest which I urge people to check out as this post probably came out about the same time the new thread will. He is really a good guy too. One article he wrote this past week was astounding and I have it below. Highly undervalued still in my opinion. After reading that one, I'm honored you are here @josejirafa.
This guy is just plain crazy. Bwaha! Really though, he is an artist in several branches of the term. The name does suggest one, but he also has a wonderful eye for the captured image. Digging deeper than the photography and poetry, and you will find some fantastic music from Jason. I'm pleased you are one of those engaging members here buddy, glad you decided to graft to the tree, I like your fruits ;)
Gotta love this sweetheart here. I mean, she puts some real heartfelt posts and comments out there. The vast majority of her posts are yes, about food. But it's not just recipes copied and pasted, these are her own creations from a vegan stance and even though I'm a hardcore apex carnivore, I get hungry and want to eat her posts! Bwaha! There is that personal touch in there making them even more delicious. I'm very happy you boarded the ship and became a family member hun.
Or maybe a backrub because I know my back tends to get a little stiff sometimes out here. These are the ones I have chosen this week or month or whatever the case may be. Heck, may do another one tomorrow! We have so many brilliant talented people coming through, I could probably write one of these a day for the next year and not list them all as they just keep coming!
Thank You
I also want to thank all of you for being so loyal and supportive. ***BIG FAMILY HUG*** It's hard to gauge what #thealliance is all about until you're actually there and feel it. I think they do. I also hope you guys know that I and the rest of the fam really appreciate you.
From the desk of...
Rising Stars SE | Ecency
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@baby07
@carmalain7
@elizacheng
@mariannewests's freewrite challenges and also has started her own little contest. It's called 'Make Me Smile'. That should really tell you something about her character as she embraces the positive things in life. I'm happy you're aboard 
@fishyculture
@sircork, being fairly consumed with launching 
@steemstarnetwork and keeping 
@youarehope functioning smoothly, he hasn't had time to do certain things. He posed an S.O.S. for some assistance with 
@hazem91
@josejirafa
@krazypoet
@thekitchenfairy