Another one of those touchstone days. What with the interesting writing prompt of amazing coincidences and listening to the stories poured forth on first writings, Lynn's thought-provoking class re tone and humor and music, Don's samples of Appalachian music outdoors and finally the awesome discussion of Cion (thanks Deb for pointing out so logically some of the reflexivity in the book), what more can a day hold? Must this class end?
Lynn, you struck tone with music (we would call that a "hook" in our school), poetry, visual arts, and writing. How to put that into less than an hour is awesome!!!!!!! What a good idea to use covers from New Yorker!!!!!! Although there was too much material for our group of 3 to cover, the discussion and conversation was a plus.
This class surely has great conversation! Am looking forward to tomorrow to be sure. Cheerio, Carol
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We did have a great class today. I have learned so much from all of you that I am so sad to think that we only have six days left together.
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ReplyDeleteIt doesn't really have to end next week. You folks have the option of joining our other AWP veterans in other classes, workshops, and get togethers. This is a valuable community, and I hope at least a few of you will work with us to sustain this program by helping with recruitment, political advocacy, and in-service work.
ReplyDeleteCount me in, Don, and I will be glad to represent anyone in the group who just can't add one more thing to an already over-booked schedule. (Anna comes to mind first for some reason). You can be there in spirit and e mail me anything to pass along.
ReplyDeleteCarol and Bobbi, I am so with you about the specialness of this group and the awareness of time passing. I have never been with a group of peers where I have felt comfortable with ALL configurations of group dynamics---pairs, groups of three or four, our book group, the whole class activities. For me, every pairing or grouping has been challenging yet supportive at the same time. It has been the best possible combination of relaxation and alertness---paradox, anyone?