Homework! Did She Say Homework?
Last night was our first gathering at Bethlehem United Methodist Church. What a beautiful old building. We opened with a time of silence and reflection in the stunning sanctuary. The evening sun illuminated the rich colors of the stained glass windows. Peaceful doesn't fully describe the experience.
In the course of our time together, I asked if a bit more direction (not structure, too harsh of a word) in the writing process would be a help or hinderance. Those there said they would benefit from the incentive. So, I will be posting weekly writing prompts each Sunday. Feel free to use your blog as a place to write as others can comment with feedback.
Also, at the gatherings I'll suggest a writing topic, something to focus on over the three weeks before we meet again. Bring this piece to the next gathering and we'll share what we've written. As usual, it is never mandatory to share your writing (or even to do the writing!)
We talked about "field trips" too, to places where inspiration is key. Like outdoors in a beautiful setting, to the Basilica near Hanover, or even to a crowed location where people are whizzing by busy attending to the desires of their lives. Different locations stir up different moods and this cultivates fertile ground for amazing discoveries through writing.
More free writing is definitely on our hearts as well. Ninety minutes each month we carve out this time for ourselves, to do what we are passionate about. But a special treat would be a day away from responsibilites, a day where all we do is write. So, I'll investigate finding a place for us to have writing workshop one Saturday. Part of the time could be free writing using prompts. The other part could be writing what is on your heart. Can you imagine it? A whole day to WRITE!
We are busy women. Constantly giving ourselves to our husbands, our kids, our employer, housework, bills, miscellaneous errands and ministry. We need "our time." A quiet and comfortable place to be. If you like to write or want to write - in the company of other women with the same desire - this group is the place for you.
This Months Writing Project: (a.k.a. "homework." Heehee!)
Think about your basement. Maybe it’s dark and damp, a hiding place for the things you can’t bear to throw out, but never use. Maybe it’s a beautiful well lit and organized room. Describe your basement and explore its contents through writing. Pay attention to all five senses. Does your basement’s condition reflect your living style? Would you invite others to see your basement? If so, who? If no, why? How does your basement reflect your soul?
"Then, because so many people were coming and going that they did not even have a chance to eat, Jesus said to them, "Come with me by yourselves to a quiet place and get some rest." Mark 6:31 ~ "Wait patiently for the Lord. Be brave and courageous. Yes, wait patiently for the Lord." Psalm 27:14
Be with Him. In stillness. Be brave and courageous. Wait patiently. Then write.
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