A few days ago, my blog post was about a squirrel in my back yard. I mentioned that Jane would probably write a poem about the aforementioned squirrel. I was right. She did! Yesterday at our critique, she shared that poem with us. I am so honored! And, if my friend the backyard squirrel knew about the poem, he would be honored too. In Jane’s poem, Inspector Squirrel has a talk with his friend the owl and realizes the seed thief he has been pursuing is actually himself! The poem even had a moral: At times, we may find fault and blame others,when, in reality, we might be the ones causing the harm without realizing it. Thank you, Jane!
Helen, who is a prolific writer making regular sales to Christian magazines, has two more inspirational pieces ready to go to Purpose magazine. We critiqued The Honor of Giving to Others and Choosing to Be Thankful. Helen’s stories are always based on real life experiences. She is a gifted seamstress and crafter as well as a writer. She gives tirelessly to others, knitting, sewing, quilting, doing whatever needs to be done to make life a little more pleasant for someone else.
Peg is reading such an interesting book, she found it hard to tear herself away yesterday to come to the critique. However, being the dedicated reader and critiquer that she is, to say nothing of having a good ear for the rhythm of a story, she came. The book that has captured her attention? Knot In My Back Yard by Mary Marks. I’ve taken a look at it and I can see why readers become engrossed in such a cunningly crafted tale.
Judy has been writing for many years. She has a completed a book manuscript but hasn’t sought a publisher yet. Judy writes as self-therapy as well as for the enjoyment of others. Writing is one of the ways she praises God. During the thirty years she has been writing, she has won many awards and recognitions. She can always zero in on how to help other writers sharpen their skills. She is truly a gifted person.
And what did I contribute to the critique yesterday?
I read one of the most terrifying chapters of Grave Heritage as well as the final chapter. I had a couple of questions about things I should include in this fourth Darcy and Flora cozy and the group gave me some sound and helpful suggestions. I also heard quite a bit of teasing suggesting that I am somewhat of an enigma: a mild-manner retired kindergarten teacher who writes murder mysteries. Well! As I said, one never knows what mysterious maneuverings lurk behind a calm exterior or under a silvery crown.
So ended another critique, a good time with real life friends enjoying the capers of the characters who exist only on paper!
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