Story Circle Network’s Memoir Conference
Go here to sign-up for Story Circle Network’s 2011 Conference “Stories from the Heart.” This fifth national memoir gathering in Texas February 5-7 is a boost for women with stories to tell.
Go here to sign-up for Story Circle Network’s 2011 Conference “Stories from the Heart.” This fifth national memoir gathering in Texas February 5-7 is a boost for women with stories to tell.
Wendy Tremayne–one of my blogging buddies–has founded a wonderfully creative and fun community re-use program: Swap-O-Rama-Rama One will happen soon in St. Louis at the St. Louis History Museum. When: Saturday, March 5, 2011 12:00 PM Where: Missouri History Museum – 5700 Lindell Blvd St Louis MO Don’t miss out on the third annual Swap-O-Rama-Rama…
Here’s my gratitude short list: Mainly, grateful for continued connections with friends across the U.S. and all over the world. Continuity is sweet in a life on the move. How good it is to come back to Lake County…to see it’s beauties…and have friends who still want to see me. So often a move has…
Alton Writers Guild, Regional Poetry Out Loud winners, and The Calhoun Entertainment Company performing a scene from Nunsense” kicked off the celebration. The Kevin Lucas Orchestra performed international music with gonzo band leader playing the marimba. Let me fan myself, Sister!
Judy Tart told me that a friend introduced her to fabric altered books–using a child’s board book as a base. They are extravagant collages of almost anything: fabric, paper, photos, trinkets and findings. She is working on one now. Here’s an example of a fabric altered book. I made these in art school. It’s fun….
The Spirit of a Woman: Stories to Empower and Inspire anthology has been years in the making. I’m honored to have my piece “Sliding Glass Door” included…and, even, my name on the cover along with such esteemed authors as Lauren Artress, Christina Baldwin, and Mama Donna Henes. Here’s just one of the many powerful testimonials…
I tried to do it alone and failed, so I know that professional writers need friends and specialized knowledge if their goal is to publish and thrive. As writing coach Steve Buttry puts it, “No train, no gain.” It took me years to figure out that, like any other professionals, writers need instruction, moral support,…