Thursday, December 29, 2011
Monday, December 26, 2011
Hello everyone,
Christmas is one day past, and we have less than a week to look ahead to what we want to accomplish in 2012. As for me, I'm happy for a new fresh slate - 2011 was a difficult year. The death of my son Greg knocked me off my pins, and made all the other trials and tribulations pale.
I'm committed to get back to writing daily and to complete my memoir - An Unfinished Woman.
I also return to my sales career of 30 years but this time I'm selling myself. I'd hoped it would work out by word of mouth but all of us old sales people know you have to pound the pavement, beat the bushes, and eyeball potential customers. I had a dream last night in which my old mentor, Micki Bartges, reminded me of how good I am at that.
Here is my start. I'm asking you to pass the word. I'm up for speaking engagements. Do you belong to an organization that could use an inspiring speaker? I have scheduled new classes and I'm re-awakening the old yankee way of selling, by going to the customer. So I am creating a Home Party Plan. I had much success in Sarah Coventry and Act II Home Jewelry Party Plan Sales.
Why not gather with friend in your home to write family history and stories about your life? A purposeful life is worth reflecting on, recording, and reviewing through writing about it. Your children, grandchildren, friends, and enemies won't remember your passions, accomplishments and how hard you tried to live a good life - unless you record your memories.
We'll do a five week program, two hours each week. You'll finish with a notebook full of your stories and information on how to put it together in a booklet or on a CD. All at the low cost of $149. per person. In order to reward you for gathering the people in your home - you come FREE. We need at least four people, plus you, to make it interesting. Cost is less than $30 per week and less than the cost's to get your hair or nails done. And you'll leave a legacy! Call me now. 727 535-7816.
Upcoming Public Workshops
Christmas is one day past, and we have less than a week to look ahead to what we want to accomplish in 2012. As for me, I'm happy for a new fresh slate - 2011 was a difficult year. The death of my son Greg knocked me off my pins, and made all the other trials and tribulations pale.
I'm committed to get back to writing daily and to complete my memoir - An Unfinished Woman.
I also return to my sales career of 30 years but this time I'm selling myself. I'd hoped it would work out by word of mouth but all of us old sales people know you have to pound the pavement, beat the bushes, and eyeball potential customers. I had a dream last night in which my old mentor, Micki Bartges, reminded me of how good I am at that.
Here is my start. I'm asking you to pass the word. I'm up for speaking engagements. Do you belong to an organization that could use an inspiring speaker? I have scheduled new classes and I'm re-awakening the old yankee way of selling, by going to the customer. So I am creating a Home Party Plan. I had much success in Sarah Coventry and Act II Home Jewelry Party Plan Sales.
Why not gather with friend in your home to write family history and stories about your life? A purposeful life is worth reflecting on, recording, and reviewing through writing about it. Your children, grandchildren, friends, and enemies won't remember your passions, accomplishments and how hard you tried to live a good life - unless you record your memories.
We'll do a five week program, two hours each week. You'll finish with a notebook full of your stories and information on how to put it together in a booklet or on a CD. All at the low cost of $149. per person. In order to reward you for gathering the people in your home - you come FREE. We need at least four people, plus you, to make it interesting. Cost is less than $30 per week and less than the cost's to get your hair or nails done. And you'll leave a legacy! Call me now. 727 535-7816.
Upcoming Public Workshops
OWL (Women’s Legacy Project) a structured 5-week program – $149
January 10, 17, 24, 31 and February 2nd.
Daytime from 9 AM -12:00 PM or Evening 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Choose a morning or evening class.
Dream Workshop – $40
January 26th Morning 9:00 – 11 PM or
Evening 6:30 – 8:30 PM
Choose a morning or evening class
Reservations can be made with a $25 deposit, if made before January 5th.
For either workshop – you host the event in your home and
have four guests plus your self –
YOU COME FREE!
To reserve call Jan: 727 535-7816 or email
jangolden@tampabay.rr.com
Classes held in St Petersburg or Largo. I’ll try to make it
central to those attending.
Make this the best New Year ever. It's up to you.
Wednesday, November 30, 2011
Safety Harbor Library Story Circle Assignment for December 21 - 6 - 7:45 P.M.
Our topic is Fire! Write 600 words or less to read to the group about fire. Priming the pump/ideas you may want to use:
A time you landed in hot water
A heated argument
Burning the candle at both ends
Where there is smoke there is fire
That really burns me up
My ears are burning is someone talking about me
Hot and tired
Open to all - bring a friend! If you aren't in our area and want to participate put your story and email address in the comments section.
Our topic is Fire! Write 600 words or less to read to the group about fire. Priming the pump/ideas you may want to use:
A time you landed in hot water
A heated argument
Burning the candle at both ends
Where there is smoke there is fire
That really burns me up
My ears are burning is someone talking about me
Hot and tired
Open to all - bring a friend! If you aren't in our area and want to participate put your story and email address in the comments section.
Friday, November 11, 2011
Story Circle Nov.16, 6 PM Safety Harbor Public Library
See you all at our next Story Circle. Bring your assignment: Write a letter to your teenage self from your mature perspective now. A note you hoped she or he would find along the path.
If you live too far away, even on the other side of the world, we'd like to read yours. Sign up as a follower and leave it as a comment. I can't wait to see how many we will get. Limit 600 words.
Forward this blog to everyone you know who might want to be included.
If you live too far away, even on the other side of the world, we'd like to read yours. Sign up as a follower and leave it as a comment. I can't wait to see how many we will get. Limit 600 words.
Forward this blog to everyone you know who might want to be included.
Thursday, October 27, 2011
new blog to read
Check out the bottom left. Blogs I read/follow. Go to Writing for the Love. The blogger is Bria Burton and she's written a comprehensive post about the FWA Conference. If you missed it - you can attend virtually by her writing. And congratulation to Bria (St Petersburg Chapter friend) who won first place in the unpublished Fantasy Novel Category in the Royal Palms Literary Awards.
Tuesday, October 25, 2011
The Writer Essay and Memoir Writing Contest
To all the writers who read Oct.19th at the Safety Harbor Story Circle here is your chance to get published and win a Essay & Memoir contest. The Writer Magazine and the Gotham Writers Workshop are the sponsors. 1,000 to 1,200 words will be accepted. There is a small $10 entry fee. See all details at the Gotham Writers web site. Any questions? Put them in the comments section.
Monday, October 24, 2011
Fabulous Florida Writer's Association Conference
Three days of sharing from excellent presenters, new and old colleagues sitting together at round tables, and gracious ambiance at the Lake Mary, FL Marriott. I loved it all.
When asked about my book in progress I gave my elevator speech, "Ever feel like running away to an island? I did it. The nine years I spent in Grand Cayman changed my life. I found a new part of myself."
The response was wonderful. Especially from women who are so busy trying to be everything to everybody, wife, partner, mother, daughter, chauffeur, career woman and mentor, to name a few. "Hurry and finish your book," most said. I can't wait to read it.
When asked about my book in progress I gave my elevator speech, "Ever feel like running away to an island? I did it. The nine years I spent in Grand Cayman changed my life. I found a new part of myself."
The response was wonderful. Especially from women who are so busy trying to be everything to everybody, wife, partner, mother, daughter, chauffeur, career woman and mentor, to name a few. "Hurry and finish your book," most said. I can't wait to read it.
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