Memoir WritingMemories are as fragile as life itself. They are part of our past and need to be told and remembered.What is Memoir Writing? * Memoirs are the highlights of your life. They include stories of when you were going to school, when you were a teenager, when you got a job, when and if you got married and had children, and what you did in retirement. * Memoirs also include stories about other people that were meaningful or influential to you. Stories about your grandparents, parents, brothers and sisters and your favourite and worst teachers and the many friends you have made along life's journey. Why Write Memoirs? * Memoirs are the best connection or window onto the past. It is a precious legacy -a gift to share with each other, family and especially the younger generation. It gives you a chance to validate your life and inspire others as an example of human possibilities. * Each person is a part of the towns or country's social history. Memoirs provide you with a wonderful opportunity to re-live the past -an enjoyable walk down memory lane. If a person dies, so do all the stories. Finally it's a chance to express your own personal creativity and have fun! Memoir Writing Workshops Life-story writing workshops will help you create a real family legacy on paper - a gift that will last forever. Get motivated and inspired to start or continue writing your stories. Workshops are an opportunity to meet and share ideas and stories with fellow memoirists. The workshops are flexible and can: * accomodate small or large groups with workshops of varying lengths * provide the tools on how to start, organize and retrieve your life stories * create an opportunity to write, share, and receive oral feedback * provide a encouraging, safe and fun environment to write your memoirs Take the first step. If you can write a letter, you can write your memoirs! For more information regarding programs: Click Here All information provided is strictly confidential and will not be released or provided to outside sources. |
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