Debbie, this glimpse into the early Countdown days feels like visiting an old friend (we are friends through writing now, yes?). Countdown was my first introduction to you and your writing. My students were fascinated with the style of the book, with its myriad photos, and the world of what took place in the 60's. We have just finished the school year. This last week was a whirlwind. It feels like a car driving 60 miles and hour into a brick wall–full speed ahead until it all comes abruptly to an end with everything suddenly crashing. Yesterday, I was catatonic. Today, I begin focusing on what I'm calling the Summer of Movement. My goal is to increase activity in all ways (I feel like such a slug during school as so much of my energy is focused on schoolwork). I also aim to finish my WIP, create some art, and add to the ever-changing and growing garden (both flowers and edibles). Wishing you good writing as you spend time In the Charlottesville story!
"If that makes sense..." Ha! It makes all the sense we need in the world!!! I loved reading about how your days are going right now for you, yay for that!, and seeing your photos (Bobo and the goat is my favorite). Thanks for your beautiful writing. It makes me feel better.
Debbie, this glimpse into the early Countdown days feels like visiting an old friend (we are friends through writing now, yes?). Countdown was my first introduction to you and your writing. My students were fascinated with the style of the book, with its myriad photos, and the world of what took place in the 60's. We have just finished the school year. This last week was a whirlwind. It feels like a car driving 60 miles and hour into a brick wall–full speed ahead until it all comes abruptly to an end with everything suddenly crashing. Yesterday, I was catatonic. Today, I begin focusing on what I'm calling the Summer of Movement. My goal is to increase activity in all ways (I feel like such a slug during school as so much of my energy is focused on schoolwork). I also aim to finish my WIP, create some art, and add to the ever-changing and growing garden (both flowers and edibles). Wishing you good writing as you spend time In the Charlottesville story!
"If that makes sense..." Ha! It makes all the sense we need in the world!!! I loved reading about how your days are going right now for you, yay for that!, and seeing your photos (Bobo and the goat is my favorite). Thanks for your beautiful writing. It makes me feel better.
I feel better knowing you are as close as a keyboard… and a couple of roads away. Thankee kindly. xo