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Intentions.
TWO WRITING TEACHERS —
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A few years ago I began thinking of New Year’s Resolutions in terms of intentions. As opposed to resolving to do things, I intend to do things in 2010. This seems to make New Year’s Resolutions more do-able. (Isn’t it funny how language makes an impact on how we view things?) Will you join me [...]1 day ago -
O Holy Night – Instrumental
Addison Road —
Authority: 112
I know, it’s a few weeks late. Just bookmark it for next year. A few hours before our Christmas Eve service, I knocked out an arrangement of “O Holy Night” for tenor sax and piano. It came out … pretty well, I think. Jonathan Proctor played, and that guy has turned into a very fine player indeed. Great tone, ...2 days ago -
Last Chance – Memoir Writing DVD Sale Ends Dec. 31, Midnight
Women's Memoirs —
Authority: 124
Two memoir news items - 1. Womens Memoir Writing Workshop on DVD sale ends December 31 at midnight. 2. In addition to the great content categories on our website, were planning additional categories for 2010.3 days ago -
Holding Onto Good Ideas . . .
TWO WRITING TEACHERS —
Authority: 127
My apologies for a short (and late) post. My six-year-old came down with a nasty stomach virus on Saturday. She was back to normal by Sunday afternoon, but then it attacked the remaining four of us on Monday. The good news is it hit us all at once and we are back to normal in time for [...]5 days ago -
A “To Be” List
TWO WRITING TEACHERS —
Authority: 127
Last week as I was trying to keep everything straight, I made a “To Do” list. I was reminded of an article my mom shared with me about a year ago about a woman who started concentrating on “To Be” lists instead of “To Do” lists. The gist of the article was about living in [...]1 week ago -
One Little Word 2009
TWO WRITING TEACHERS —
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For the past several years, Stacey and I have chosen One Little Word to live by for the year. (This idea came from Ali Edwards.) My 2009 OLW is delight. (In previous years I’ve chosen; grace, genuine, & give.) I’ve been spending some time reflecting on what I’ve learned about delight and how it ...1 week ago -
Woo-Hoo!
TWO WRITING TEACHERS —
Authority: 127
Thank you, readers, for your support of Two Writing Teachers. The EduBlog Awards were announced last night and . . .Two Writing Teachers was selected for the Best Teacher Blog 2009!Ironically I don’t have the words to express our gratitude for your support and encouragement. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. ...1 week ago -
Writing on not blogging
Writing on writing : Amlokiblogs —
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Blogging, like love, has its phases. In the beginning youre raring to go, a little dewy-eyed, and cant talk about anything else. Then routine kicks in and before you know it, youre seeking some variety. Not always in terms of a new person or blog, mind you. But well, something..um..different. There are some bloggers, ...1 week ago -
Anchor Charts
TWO WRITING TEACHERS —
Authority: 127
Anchor charts have been on my mind lately. I believe they can be a powerful tool in Workshop, yet I think I haven’t quite tapped into their power. Therefore, I’ve been considering these questions:How should anchor charts be created?What makes anchor charts most useful to students?Do anchor charts lift the ...1 week ago -
“Hi!”
TWO WRITING TEACHERS —
Authority: 127
For the past six years I have been talking with a student in our school corporation. The conversation has been completely one-sided because he has cerebral palsy and isn’t able to communicate with words. However, as the years have rolled by, he has learned who I am and will respond to me.He uses a motorized ...2 weeks ago -
Pressing On.
TWO WRITING TEACHERS —
Authority: 127
Sometimes I find my resilience cracking when it comes to standing up for meaningful, authentic instruction. I get tired of being judged and questioned and badgered. Thankfully I’m surrounded by people who encourage me even during the rough patches. Not just in this online community, but also in the real ...2 weeks ago -
real (writer) world anxieties
fomagrams —
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Yesterday I handed in my last packet of materials for grad school. I still have a week to compile my final paperwork for my degree, but all the heavy lifting is done. There’s also that little matter of a residency to attend in January – something about delivering a lecture and attending a graduation ceremony ...2 weeks ago -
Sydney Writers’ Center- ONLINE Feature Writing with Valerie Khoo
The Brainpan —
Authority: 142
ONLINE Feature Writing with Valerie Khoo Time: Whenever suits you Fee: $395 (includes GST) Click here for more info. The next course starts the week beginning: Monday 11 Jan 2010 What you will learn from this course If you like the idea of writing articles for magazines and newspapers, this ...3 weeks ago -
Beep Beep!
Baby Baby —
Authority: 123
Do you know what gets my goat? Bad driving, thats what. I get so disillusioned with the human race when Im driving. I try to drive carefully and follow the highway code and speed limits. I got caught speeding once. It was 1994 and I was driving down a steep hill. I was doing 43mph in a 30 limit. Hardly ...3 weeks ago -
A burst of art and colour awaits at Bangalore Habba
Thaindian News —
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Bangalore, Dec 8 (IANS) Around 1,000 Indian and international artists from diverse genres like art, craft, dance, music, theatre and films will celebrate the spirit of this city with the 10-day long ‘Bengaluru Habba’ from Friday.The cultural carnival, in its seventh year, is being organised by the Artistes’ ...3 weeks ago -
Peace in Workshop
TWO WRITING TEACHERS —
Authority: 127
The act of paying attention brings us peace. — Julia CameronYesterday I was thinking about how life is messy and how often it is human nature to try and cover-up the mess instead of face it head-on. As the day went on, I began thinking about Writing Workshop in these terms. Anytime we teach in response [...]3 weeks ago -
thinking thin - thinking healthy
kiwi thoughts on life, travel, politics & everything else that crosses my mind —
Authority: 120
I wonder if its wishful thinking or true. Today it seems I am thinner .. well thats what my body tells me I am so hope its true. However, I have to work with the facts and I will not know my wieght until I hop on the scales each and evry Thursday lunchtime. And between now and then I have two big food events. ...3 weeks ago -
Writing Teaching Points
TWO WRITING TEACHERS —
Authority: 127
I’ve been intentional about writing a teaching point for each of my lessons in Reading and Writing Workshop. Last night I typed them all to share with my students. Starting Monday, they will be responsible for recording the teaching point each day along with any needed notes. The teacing points are based on ...3 weeks ago -
Author Studies Can Help Children Write Better
TWO WRITING TEACHERS —
Authority: 127
Last month I was consulting in a school with some primary grade teachers. They expressed concerns about infusing mentor texts into their classrooms. I provided them with some language for developing theories about what an author is doing in a text, as well as links to booklists I’ve created and a book that [...]3 weeks ago -
The Fiction Writing Workshop: Where To Publish Your Work
Writers on the Rise —
Authority: 118
By Kristin Bair O’Keeffe Congratulations, writers! You’ve had a great year of writing fiction. Your work has sprouted, blossomed, and is ready to be enjoyed by readers everywhere. To get you ready for 2010, I decided to wrap up this year with a list of markets for your fiction. I’ve included a little ...3 weeks ago
