Estimated reading time: 1 minute, 25 seconds. Contains 284 words
Target Audience: Teachers, coaches, administration
I have a confession to make: I’m currently a teacher of writing who does not currently write for enjoyment.
It’s not that I don’t like writing. Quite the opposite, in fact. I relish having the ability to articulate my thoughts and feelings just so. I treasure the pride that comes with nailing down the just-right word. And I marvel at the way a poem or story surprises me, sending me in a direction I never planned.
Even though writing is rewarding, I just haven’t been doing it. Is it because I’ve been busy with other things? Pursuing other creative outlets? In a rut? I’m not sure. But I am sure of one thing: I miss it.
I miss writing. I’d like to become friends with it again. So this summer, I’ll be exploring Jane Yolen’s book, Take Joy: The Writer’s Guide to Loving The Craft. She shares personal anecdotes and offers “interludes” that offer creative activities. Part exercise manual, part pep talk collection, Take Joy sparks my optimism.
I could use a bit of optimism.
That’s where you come in! Maybe you, too, have found yourself distanced from the joy of writing. Maybe you’re just dipping your toes into writing, and you’d like to learn more. Maybe you write often, but you’re in need of a boost.
Writing colleagues, I would love to have company on this journey. I’d love to establish an online writing circle to explore and enjoy this book together. Together, we’ll find ways to read the chapters, try the exercises, and deepen our own joy for the craft of writing.
Will you join me? Just comment below and I’ll contact you directly to work out days, times, or structures that will work for the group.
Happy writing!
TWO WRITING TEACHERS 
I would love to participate in this!
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Please reach out to Lainie via email to see if you can still sign up. Here’s her email: lainlev72[at]gmail[dot]com.
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I am interested and hope that it’s not too late to participate.
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I suggest reaching out to Lainie via email to see if you can still sign up. Here’s her contact info: lainlev72[at]gmail[dot]com.
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aw man, I’m I too late to jump in on this?!
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Sign me up!
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I am interested. Thanks!
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Am I too late? This sounds like a great idea for summer.
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This sounds like just what I need too! I am interested!
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This sounds like just what I need too! I am interested!
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Also interested! I’ve been wanting to spend more time writing this summer;)
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I’d love to do this!
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What a great idea! Would love to participate.
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I’d love to join!
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Oh my goodness! I didn’t know I needed this until I opened my email! I would love to be part of this group! Thank you!
Janeen Pizzo
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I’d love to join, Lainie!
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Yes – I would love to join this writing group too! Lynne
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What a great idea! I’d like to join as well. elisabethelling at gmail
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I’d love to join!
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I am also interested. I am not familiar with this book so will take a look. Sounds like a great thing to do in the summer. Thanks
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This opportunity sounds wonderful; I’d like to participate.
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Yes! I’d like to participate!
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I would love to join! -Deborah
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I’d love to participate as well. Thanks
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I would love to participate in the writing circle. Thanks for offering it!
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I would like to participate also.
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I would like to participate. Thank you!
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Would love to join! Wonderful idea!
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Lainie, great idea. I’d love to participate.
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