From the whimsical to something more practical, the topic/theme for Saturday, November 16th – Day Two is
FASTING & SPIRITUAL BENEFIT
Fasting has just begun for the Nativity Fast/Advent, and should always be accompanied by prayer. Otherwise, it is just a crappy diet.
Here are some helps:
Fasting: OrthodoxWiki
Nativity Fast and the Orthodox Tradition
Can Fasting Prevent Dementia?
Write about fasting. Make it personal!