Week Three - Entry. "Heritage" by Linda Hogan
Today I was one of the peculiar people who got up and decided that my poem might be worth reading in front of an audience, despite my tragic headcold and the fact that I am quite terrible at speaking in front of any mass of people. I felt much like this:
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Have a lovely day
Liz
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She smiled, whispered softly
"You are too much like me."
This is by far my favourite part. I get the idea that your mum has a lot of wisdom in her, and I can imagine that you two have a very close relationship as well.
Well done for getting up and reading in front of everyone, too! Way gutsy, I'm impressed ;D
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Thank you so much for the compliment, tres kind of you. I was so nervous getting up there and reading it out, I tend to stumble on some words when I speak in front of an audience so I thought posting it might be beneficial for those who couldn't make out what I was saying =S haha.
Believe it or not, mum and I are way too alike and very stubborn about it haha, we fight ALL the time about the weirdest things but we certainly love each other haha. It's the greek blood that does it!
Thanks for posting on my work anyway, it's always exciting to get feedback and yours certainly put a smile on the dial.
Have a fabulous day - see you in the tute!
Liz xoxo
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Hey Liz,
I remember you standing up and saying you poem, and it was so brave of you to do so!
I would never be able to do that … so well done for that, I admire your confidence.
More to your poem,
It really was amazing. Your imagery, your expression, and your emotion were beautiful.
Keep up the good work! Can’t wait to listen/ read more of your astonishing creative work.
Sophie.
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First of all - brave? I may be a Gryffindor at heart but bravery is certainly something I need to work on haha. I think blind stubbornness led me up there - I refuse to let a crowd daunt me and I'd never leave another person standing up there on their own anyway. Maybe you can try it with me next time hehehe!
Secondly, thank you for such kind words on my work, you do honour me with your generosity with them!
It's always lovely to receive feedback whether good or bad, but certainly astounding to receive such positive reactions for something hardly more than a draft. So from the core of my heart, thank you!
All the very best in your creative endeavours, hope to see you in a lecture soon!
Liz xo
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Firstly I don’t find you peculiar for having made the decision to read your poem during the lecture on Wednesday. Secondly, it was definitely worth reading.
Not only did I enjoy the way you read your poem aloud, as you articulated a level of confidence that I admire, but I also took pleasure in having read the words clearly through your LJ post as it resonated that concept that we all take something from our families, with or without realising it.
I look forward to reading more of your insights, thoughts and poems as the course continues.
Cristina
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I found it so hard to articulate myself in front of so many people when I read this out, I actually do get so nervous! Although its great to know people were paying attention, I thought if I posted it on LiveJournal it may be easier to understand & take in.
I think I've seen you in the lectures actually, just having another look at your photo - it's a bit hard to make out but if you are who I think you are, you sit maybe in the middle of the theatre (from the front) on the left hand side? Haha that's so vague I know, but I've definitely noticed someone!
Well, you know what I look like anyway, come and say before a lecture sometime - it's Week 4 and I still know hardly anyone on campus!
Have a fantastic week Cristina!
Liz
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my biggest compliemnt to you is that after you stood up and read this, I wanted to run back to my seat and hide.
For you to be able to produce this in that time: WOW.
Brown eyes met with hers. I cried
"No, no, it cannot be!"
She smiled, whispered softly
"You are too much like me."
I really loved this stanza, because I can picture my own mother's face, with a tiny hint of a smirk saying this.
The beginning is so quirky, you just drew us all in. Ask anyone: we wanted more.
Don't ever be afraid of sharing your work. It is beautiful and heartfelt, and we're all with you. =]
xBel
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That being said, thank you still, you really did put the silliest grin on my face with your encouragement and support. I'm really looking forward to reading your own things as your writing develops too!
Have a wonderful week aye and thanks again
Liz x
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