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Hilary replied to the topic Class 1: Writing Exercise, Raine. in the forum Andrew Wille's DIY MA course 6 years, 8 months ago

YES about the detail. So evocative.
Hilary replied to the topic Class 1 Writing Exercise, Jane in the forum Andrew Wille's DIY MA course 6 years, 8 months ago

Sorry you’re feeling that way, Jane. It’s great that we can support one another with or without feedback – glad you posted anyway.
Hilary replied to the topic Class 1: Writing exercise, Squidge in the forum Andrew Wille's DIY MA course 6 years, 8 months ago

I love the bit of dialogue about the peas.
I found the listening exercise very hard. Tried it again the other day. I would need to be very close or the speakers would need to be very loud!
Interesting about trying to write ‘gorgeous’ when you don’t feel you normally do. A good exercise, though, to try a different approach. Scary dream!
John S Alty started the topic Story idea in the forum Coffee Shop 6 years, 8 months ago

I woke this morning with an idea for a short story/novella. It’s not something I’d tackle so I thought I’d put it out there for anyone looking for a new project:

Two women have taken on the challenge of rowing across the Atlantic for a charity – say, breast cancer awareness – and have acquired the necessary sponsorship, had a boat built and have…[Read more]
Athelstone replied to the topic The truth about – back then in the forum Blogs 6 years, 8 months ago

I’m not sure. An I remember exercise about a particular relationship would be something of a curiosity I think. I enjoyed writing these short pieces because they helped me remember the taste of the time rather than focusing on every intense flavour.
Daedalus replied to the topic Chaos and Catastrophe: Radstock, 1876 in the forum Blogs 6 years, 8 months ago

With such a litany of abysmal systems, irresponsible staff and wayward practices, it’s a wonder that a lot more than fifteen people weren’t killed. Not that that’s any consolation. The people who ran the show ought to have gone to prison for a very long time
Athelstone replied to the topic Chaos and Catastrophe: Radstock, 1876 in the forum Blogs 6 years, 8 months ago

It’s really hard to believe that somebody could send deliberately ridiculous/obstructive messages like Herbert John when lives were at stake (and I know he was only 18). That said, it’s a level of managerial incompetence and hubris that almost defies belief. Sadly, as the years go by it’s clear that more than cream floats to the top.

Another…[Read more]
Hilary replied to the topic Bumbling Round the Citadel in the forum Blogs 6 years, 8 months ago

Thanks for sharing this, Philippa. What a journey!
And I would just like to add, for the record, that while Philippa was going through all this, and working (and crying) so hard, she has continued to be ever-generous in giving support and encouragement to others. Much appreciated.
Athelstone replied to the topic The truth about – back then in the forum Blogs 6 years, 8 months ago

Thank you, Kaz. Do you think this might count as an “I remember” exercise?
Athelstone replied to the topic The truth about – back then in the forum Blogs 6 years, 8 months ago

Thanks Gerry and Richard. Oh, and Richard – more rails. Definitely.
Hilary replied to the topic Class 1: Writing Exercise, Hilary in the forum Andrew Wille's DIY MA course 6 years, 8 months ago

Did the listening exercise this morning. Not ideal as I couldn’t hear very well – the tables were too far apart. So it’s not dialogue, just snippets. But, for what it’s worth, here are some of my eavesdroppings!

…completely messed up my belly button…
He obviously thinks they’re after something else.
I was pulling roots up and at the end I…[Read more]
Gerry Fenge replied to the topic The truth about – back then in the forum Blogs 6 years, 8 months ago

Great stuff. Very readable, with enough mini-ouches to keep us viscerally involved.
Jules replied to the topic Craft Seminar Class 1: Getting Started: Memory, Obs in the forum Andrew Wille's DIY MA course 6 years, 8 months ago

I’ve read the chapters for both books. (The gorgeous passages got declaimed loudly in the library in my lunch break – had a lot of fun with the Twain dialect.) Not started on the exercises yet but I might manage some I remembers tomorrow 😁
Hilary replied to the topic Class 1: Writing Exercise, Hilary in the forum Andrew Wille's DIY MA course 6 years, 8 months ago

Thank you, Kaz.
Athelstone started the topic The truth about – back then in the forum Blogs 6 years, 8 months ago

How long is it since we had a blog?

It’s been a funny few weeks for me. But never mind all that. This is a blog from the Word Cloud, so apologies to former Cloudies who remember it. I may post a couple more of these blogs as well, so it’s worth saying straight out that I’m also sorry if they seem too locker-room in style. They are who I was.

The…[Read more]
Hilary replied to the topic Syllabus and course materials. in the forum Andrew Wille's DIY MA course 6 years, 8 months ago

Andrew Wille sends his regards to the group and says if we have any questions please ask. I think he’s posting bit of additional stuff soon on his website.
Hilary replied to the topic Class 1: Writing Exercise, Hilary in the forum Andrew Wille's DIY MA course 6 years, 8 months ago

Thanks, Raine.
Hilary replied to the topic Class 1: Writing Exercise, Hilary in the forum Andrew Wille's DIY MA course 6 years, 8 months ago

Thanks, Bella. Tomorrow I’m spending some time in a coffee shop with my six-week-old grandson and a notebook and pencil. I’m hoping for some lightness and humour in my eavesdropping!
Hilary replied to the topic Craft Seminar Class 1: Getting Started: Memory, Obs in the forum Andrew Wille's DIY MA course 6 years, 8 months ago

Appreciating hugs, tissues, tea, chocolate biscuits.
Hilary replied to the topic Class 1: Writing Exercise, Hilary in the forum Andrew Wille's DIY MA course 6 years, 8 months ago

I’m sorry this is a sad piece. Perhaps this has something to do with why I’m feeling emotional about my writing.
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