Until next, time "Remember Who You Are"
I posted a new page on my site this morning. Slowly I'm building my site. One page at a time, I'm taking my time to put together something that you will enjoy. I posted a favorite story this morning titled "White Lies" the story is about a teenager and a mature women (OLD). The older, wiser, women shares a story in hopes of turning the teen from a path she seems to be taking. This story was an idea I had that came from an experience I remember about my sister Linda when she was in high school. She did skip out on a slumber party to go out with her boyfriend. It was our Dad that found her parked on a country road. That is the only part of the story that is true. The story is a fun twist. I do hope you enjoy it. As you will also see this page was dedicated to my Sister LINDA, she left us in July 2008, and I miss her everyday. There will be something that happens or is said and my thoughts turn to her and wish she was still here. Yet I know she watches over us everyday. LOVE YOU LINDA KAY!!!
Until next, time "Remember Who You Are"
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This morning the “View from my Window on the River,” the weather is rather grey, not a cold steel grey, but a warm early spring grey. You can feel spring in the air. That warm but damp mist that bring with it the fragrance of rain.
Our river needs rain. Over the 3 ½ years we have lived here, we have often prayed for the rain to stop so we wouldn’t flooded out again. This year though we a praying for some rain so we can enjoy our water activities this summer. Neither the pontoon nor the ski boat will be able to maneuver the river at this point. Even though the water level is down it still is a beautiful spot to live. Since we are at the mercy of Mother Nature, we will enjoy whatever she may bring to our part of the world. As we, all know she can have a nasty side that can break our hearts, so we want to keep her well pleased. Now about my writing “From my View on the River.” I read my story “Remote Wars” to the writing group last Thursday, I received a great deal of advice on how to improve my story, so with that in mind I have once again rewritten the story. The original contest entry had to be under 750 words, the rewrite is closer to 1500 words. I still think it is a winner don’t know exactly where I will send it but would like to find a good home for it. Eventually if I cannot find a place for it to reside I will post it here. I have made my appointment with Hannah at “The Write Place” for Friday so then I will know were my story “Case of Hearts” will be traveling. Until next, time “Remember Who You Are” I have been on vacation for the last week. Cliff and I went with his brother Ted and his wife Dixie to Texas this last week visiting with cousins of Cliffs. We had a great visit, with all involved and an opportunity to get to know them all a little better. Also visited with an aunt and uncle and cousin in Platte City Missouri on the way home.
It is so important to keep contact or take advantage of the opportunity to get to know our family. First, it makes our world a lot bigger. Second, we find out about our history, which helps us to know more about our self. Third, it can give us the chance to step away from our own life and learn about someone else’s life and challenges as well as success. When we returned, I did find out my story "A Case of Hearts" was a finalist in the contest sponsored by The Write Place. Being a total skeptic, I don't know if all the entries were finalist after the actual winner or if there were enough entries to actually have nine other stories to become a finalist. Kind of like everyone gets a participation trophy. I have asked for an appointment to discuss the way I can improve my story. I know it needs improvement. So maybe when we meet I will find out if I actually received an honor or just a ribbon for showing up. Until next, time "Remember Who You Are" I have spent the last three and a half hours, plus at least the same amount of time yesterday afternoon trying to produce a business card. Most people who know how to use a computer and word would have probably been able to do this same thing in twenty minutes or less. It always makes me cringe when someone tells me you can find anything on the internet or make anything with your computer. I know it will never happen for me, at least not without a great deal of frustration. In fact, I just now tried to put a copy of my business card on this site. Guess you will not be seeing it here. If you want to see my business card...e-mail me your address, and I will snail mail it to you.
Until next, time "Remember Who You Are" Thursday evening Lee and I attended our first Writer's Group meeting in Knoxville, the group is known as the Marion County Writer's Workshop. The group was organized nine years ago, and there were 10 members present this particular evening. Lee and I were made to feel very welcome and appreciate the opportunity to participate in the evening discussion.
Each member, either brings the weeks writing challenge, the topic or situation is set forth the meeting before. Or,they can bring a piece of a bigger work that they are producing. After the reader reads their composition, the group takes turns giving a constructive critique. The purpose is to help the writer improve. All criticism is done in a manner that is non-threatening and helpful. I came away with the understanding, that the group is interested in helping everyone improve. Also to help the writer to take their writing to the next level. I think Lee and I both came away with the expectation of continuing with this group. Again thank you for welcoming us to your group. Until next, time "Remember Who You Are" Good Morning Readers, As my first post I will start by welcoming you to my site. I don't intend to just post a blog but I hope to have information on writing and reading. Some of my favorite authors and stories, a few of my own stories and a few of my beliefs and lessons. I've titled this blog "From My Window on The River" my work space is my gazebo office. From that office I see the Des Moines River flowing within 20 some feet from my window. The changing seasons, the changing wildlife and birds that go by my window make for various thoughts and feelings. I hope to express a few of the changes that appear before that window. May you follow me on this journey. Please feel free to comment on what I say and what I share. Until Next, time "Remember Who You Are"
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