Greetings from Barnes Close, Worcestershire, which played home to us fourteen women from different countries in Africa, being the second residency of five for Diaspora Women in England funded by the Royal Arts Society, Comic Relief, and delivered brilliantly by Jill, Amita, and Geeta of the Women, Leadership and Change program.
Wow! That was a mouthful! I’m thankful for being chosen to experience this exploration into ourselves, the study of different leadership styles, the amazing food at the Center for Peace and Reconciliation (where we are lodged), and the peace/serenity on this massive expanse of land. I’m even more grateful cos it seems like I haven’t spent more than 7 days in any place recently, and the peace, quiet, and absence of the internet is really welcome! Plus, it’s the beautiful month of May, the flowers are blooming, and the farm is really beautiful! Glory be to God I don’t have any allergies…
Now, who remembers 31 Days 31 writers from December? I know I do! From Sierra Leone to Sango Ota (not really, but I needed to use another ‘s’, lol), there was a writer everyday, telling us what their year had been like, lessons they had learned, people they were grateful to/for, and things they would do differently if they could.
One word? Ah-ma-zing! Incredible learning, it was like a 360 degrees lesson on life every time a new one was published! Old, young, big, small, I had the most the most exquisite pieces on the blog in December! Here are a couple, in no particular order.
“I would shut up and let her do her mothering” – Vickie Remoe #31days31writers
“I won the lottery!!” – Tolu #31days31writers
“Your friend is your need answered” – a surprise appearance on the #31days31writers project!
“I have so much to be grateful for!” – Mac-Jordan #31Days31Writers
“The internet lives” – Pa Ikhide starts the second week of my #31days31writers project!
“Who says black men shouldn’t cry?” – My girl Francesca Uriri! #31days31writers
Guess what? We’re doing it again in July! Whoop! How about an appraisal of the first six months of the year, what you’re excited about, definitely what you’re grateful for, and what you’re looking forward to as we speed to the end of 2014! I’m excited already!
I’m not sure yet if I want people who have written before to go again (so we can accommodate new voices), but I won’t say no to anyone. How’s that?
Interested? Of course you are! You can tweet me to say you’re interested (@ChiomaChuka), DM an email address if we follow each other, or simply send me an email here – dfairygodsister(at)yahoo(dot)com.
There are 20 slots, and it’s as simple as the first to get in touch get the slots! It would be absolutely fabulous if all the pieces are scheduled by the end of the month so get in touch already!
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Yaaaayy,I’m so looking forward to july,I enjoyed the December episode ,each day that passed had something new for me ,new things to learn and of course young peeps who shared their experiences inspired me a whole lot…Thanks for bringing this up again…I need a new journal to enter what I’ll be learning….I’m in for an incredible july too….gracias dear
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Hello Preshigwe, yay!! You’re on! You need to send that email to dfairygodsister(at)yahoo(dot)com though, so I can add you to the list and y’all can start to send in your entries!
I’m glad you enjoyed the December series, it was such a blessing for me I felt at some point I was the only one loving it that much! There’s nothing like sharing our stories!
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[…] Finally (I mean it this time), there are still slots open for people who want to join the #31Days31Writers project for July! You need to reach me at dfairygodsister(at)yahoo(dot)com while there are still spaces! Get in touch already! If you don’t know what it’s about, there’s some information here. […]
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[…] so excited! It’s the 1st of July, and officially the start of the #31Days31Writers – mid year edition! Why am I super excited? Well, so I’ve been all over the place this past month, and by the […]
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I am interested.
Your email doesn’t work
Did you know that? (false british accent)
I think I have a more american accent.
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Hi Tessa!
Thank you for your comment, and the interest! I already emailed you guidelines and I’m looking forward to reading your entry!
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