Slice of Life Story Challenge

Day 5 of the March SOLSC #SOL26

Stacey Shubitz

It’s day five! I’m thrilled that you’re here to share your stories and respond to other Slicers’ stories.

I was cleaning out my email inbox earlier this week and came across a quote from the author’s note of Kristin Harmel’s The Stolen Life of Colette Marceau. I hope it resonates with you as you get ready to share your writing and comment on other Slicers’ posts today.

“What can I do, in the small moments of my life, that can make the world a better place?”

ANNOUNCEMENTS

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Write. Share. Give.
  • Multi-Lit Friday is tomorrow! We encourage you to write your blog post in another language.
  • A warm welcome to all the new Slicers joining us this year! For the next few days, please add “I’m a first-year Slicer” to your comments. This helps our longtime members visit your blog.
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BE INSPIRED

By Day 5, you might realize that the Slice of Life Story Challenge isn’t always simple or carefree. Some days, it feels more like Peter Von Euler’s canoe trip: you’re paddling in the dark, feeling tired, and hoping the next stretch brings a campsite. That’s what people call Type 2 Fun. It doesn’t feel easy while you’re doing it, but later, you’ll look back with pride and maybe even laugh about it. Every post, even the tough ones, becomes part of your month’s story and makes the journey memorable. Keep going, Slicers. Soon, the current will help carry you, and you’ll be glad you stayed in your boat with us.

SUPPORT

If you have trouble with links or permalinks, our Slicer Troubleshooting Team — Glenda Funk, Fran McCrackin, Joanne Toft, and Peter von Euler — is here to help. Need guidance? Click here for a short tutorial on finding and sharing your permalink.

Please direct specific questions to the appropriate co-author.

  • If your last name starts with A-G, email Jess Carey at jessica.carey224[at]gmail.com
  • If your last name starts with H-N, email Lainie Levin at lainlev72[at]gmail.com.
  • If your last name starts with O-T, email Melanie Meehan at meehanmelanie[at]gmail.com.
  • If your last name starts with U-Z, email Sarah Valter at sarahvalterreads[at]gmail.com.
  • If you need support with the Classroom Challenge, email Leah Thomas at leahthomaswrites[at]gmail.com.
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Published by Stacey Shubitz

Stacey Shubitz is a K-6 literacy consultant and former elementary teacher. She is the author of CRAFT MOVES and other professional books on writing workshop. Her new book, MAKE THE SCHOOL SYSTEM WORK FOR YOUR CHILD WITH DISABILITIES (Guilford Press, 2026), empowers parents to navigate the special education system.

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