There are as many ways to tell a story as there are stories to tell. You know, I like books. But I also like oral stories. And film.
http://www.youtube.com/tellyawards?x=8wROsZqZvKo
The link above tells the story of a young woman from Hong Kong who, when she was sixteen, joined the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Her parents disowned her, sent her away, and left her on her own. Through the next ten years of struggle, she made it to a safe place – BYU-Hawaii. Take a couple of minutes, if you would, to watch the video. If you think it’s great, give it a vote. (This is a Peoples’ Choice contest for the Telly Awards. In an ongoing effort toward transparency and honesty, I should tell you that Husband is the writer/producer/director – and the one that makes Cute Yoko cry. It’s a gift.)
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LDS Storymakers Conference is coming up the first weekend in May. You are hereby invited to attend. See the pretty new badge on my sidebar? Click on it, and you can find all kinds of information about this great conference, including a glimpse at the editors and agents (they’re big ones, guys) who are coming. And a list of presenters! I’m listed almost last! Because it’s in alphabetical order! (Did you know I used to be an Anderson? Life was different then.) I am getting really excited about my Saturday class (about Truth and Fiction) because it’s coming together and it’s pretty great and also there are quotes. From famous people. I love famous people. Even though the ones I am planning to quote are, in fact, dead famous people. So my love for them, although strong and true, is fairly theoretical.
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My word count goal is 750 today. Husband is working at home. Right over there <– on the red chair. I am not a woman of quite enough character to get much writing done when he’s sitting right over there <–. But I will try. And if when I make my goal, I will have a reward. I will research photo tutorials on The Pioneer Woman’s website. Because I love her. And I will do some cybershopping for a new Mac laptop. Just window cybershopping today. Because if I find a laptop that 1) suits me and 2) I can afford, I will be slightly more able to work on writing projects when people are home. Because I can hide in the mudroom (which is clean) or my closet (which is behind several lockable doors).
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Tomorrow (Saturday, the 12th of February, don’t-you-know) there’s some Big Fun in Salt Lake City. I know what you’re thinking. There’s always Big Fun in Salt Lake City. And you are correct. But specifically tomorrow, there’s the Breathless Reads Tour at the SL public library downtown, featuring our Very Good Friend Ally Condie. Who will be signing copies of MATCHED.
Also, other fine YA authors who (whom?) I am excited to meet. Here’s the deal – you need a ticket, but you can pick up one for free at The King’s English bookshop (which I love) at 15th South and 15th East in SLC. Or you can get to the library tomorrow about 1:00 (instead of 2:00, when the event actually begins) and ask the nice TKE people for tickets. I know this because I called and asked how I could get a ticket (or six) if I was too lazy to drive to SLC in advance of the day.
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I do so hope the weekend is sunny and lovely wherever you are. And, for you reading pleasure, here is today’s haiku.
Smoothies
I made a pink one.
The Kids said, Oh, thanks. We love
The ones with no veg.
(8) Comments for this blog
I just registered for LDSSM the other day. I’m so excited that you’re presenting a class – look for me in the front row 🙂 Actually, probably the back row since I’m more of a back row kind of person. The point is, I’ll see you there!
I just registered for LDSSM the other day. I’m so excited that you’re presenting a class – look for me in the front row 🙂 Actually, probably the back row since I’m more of a back row kind of person. The point is, I’ll see you there!
I love Pioneer Woman! See you at Storymakers.
I love Pioneer Woman! See you at Storymakers.
Ooo, will you send me some green smoothie ideas???? Really. I want to get serious about it.
Ooo, will you send me some green smoothie ideas???? Really. I want to get serious about it.
I wished I could have made it to the library on Saturday but I had family stuff and the family tends to resent it when I ditch them for books. And authors. And books and their authors. *sigh* But I was there in my heart.
I’m so excited to see your class! Hooray! I’m sure it will be made of all kinds of awesome. =]
I’m off to watch the video!
I wished I could have made it to the library on Saturday but I had family stuff and the family tends to resent it when I ditch them for books. And authors. And books and their authors. *sigh* But I was there in my heart.
I’m so excited to see your class! Hooray! I’m sure it will be made of all kinds of awesome. =]
I’m off to watch the video!