You will never know how relieved I really was to see so many of the Young Writers return to the fold for Session 7 last week. During the preceding weeks - with school holidays and summer vacations at their peak - my main fear had been that the novelty would wear off and interest would be lost. So when everyone traipsed in straight after school as fired up as ever, I was delighted. With regards to the Big Shout, I put it to the vote and was surprised at just how many of the Young Writers don't like it, so we settled for a quieter version which seemed to go down well. And although many of them sheepishly admitted to me that they had hardly done any writing during the break, it was even more wonderful and rewarding to then see how eagerly they settled down to write again. I have to admit I am very very proud of your children! I am very proud of everything they have thus far achieved and I am truly privelaged to have been so influential in their progress. I am now even beginning to think of ways I can keep the group going after the trial period has run its course. Watch this space!
The assignment set was to write a short story in no fewer than four lines specifically for the upcoming exhibiton and booklet. The subject matter is entirely up to them but it must have a title. So if they could come up with something, it'd be terrific if they could bring it along to next session which is on Wednesday 26th September. And talking of the booklet, I have now started getting some quotes in and I have got a meeting lined up with Amanda to discuss the best way to present the exhibition. As soon as everything has been firmed up I will let you all know.
Finally, I know I said at the beginning that I was planning to get some guest writers in and I am uncomfortably aware that this has not happened yet. I have had some response to an appeal published in the July issue of Writing Magazine which I am still working on so by hook or by crook I promise I will get something organised before too long.
As ever please feel free to get in touch if you have any suggestions, feedback, comments or criticisms.
Good writing everyone.
