500 Words or Poem – First Impressions. 28 Nov 2017.
Eight members submitted 1200 word features/articles to Kate
on current affairs; for the Erskine Bridge Hotel Cup. To be judged by Jean
Rafferty. (Results in two weeks time).
Hilary reminded attendees about the ‘Mince Pies’ meeting at
1pm 12th December. Indications needed for next week of ‘who is
contributing what.’
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This week’s topic was “First Impressions.”
Diana’s short, unfinished poem ‘Gatherers’ sparked off a
welter of comments and suggestions.
Senga’s hundred word Jeffery Archer story did everything but
reach the competition organisers.
Pete tried to wind a story around childhood barbs regarding
people’s faces.
Joan Fr.’s free verse told us the story of a happily
poignant moment in her life.
Morag wrote of a ‘not so welcoming’ first visit to a writing
group.
Kate’s piece showed a real lack of appreciation for unreal
cooking programmes.
Hilary told us of her and her friends’ fascination for
ducks. It later became a metaphor for folly.
Joyce gave us an article on how we are often deceived by
first impressions.
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Joan Fr. and Pete read their (also ran) pieces from the 2000
word General Short Story competition.