What a night! A dozen of us met for the final time this year. The year has almost flown by, but one thing that has remained evident throughout, is the ability of our writers to improve meeting by meeting. The creativity is astonishing. When you consider that four of our writers published their work during the year has brought them the confidence and, hopefully, the remuneration they richly deserve. Their achievements will surely rub off on others, so next year... who knows?
Tonight's meeting successfully switched to a 500 word story and was accomplished with ease. Surprisingly, every work was so different and yet deserved all the positive comments and, indeed, the laughter that came from so many excellent tales.
The stories were finished quite early and, apart from a quick meeting between the anthology committee, it was on with the party!
Cheques were written for the charities on behalf of Dick's wishes and these will be submitted to the funeral directors in the next day or two.
The situation regarding the Xmas meal seems to have been resolved with the White Horse becoming the choice because of their excellent menu. Thanks to Liz for her help in organisation. Details will be confirmed after the festivities.
Our first meeting in the New Year will be on Tuesday 8th January. For this meeting the homework is 'open' so you may to choose your own subject to write about. A 1,000 word limit please.
Until then, we join with the wishes conveyed from Chris in Cairns, Ruth in California and numerous other folk, to wish you all a very Merry Christmas and a Happy and, hopefully, very profitable New Year.
Dave
