RE : Oppenheimer. One thing to keep in mind about Hiroshima and Nagasaki is that the US government was GOING to drop those bombs, no matter what. Japan was beaten, and an invasion was unnecessary at that point. The bombs were dropped as a demonstration and a warning to show the Soviets and Stalin that they had it.
Your multigenerational family saga may need to be a series of several volumes. It sounds intriguing from your brief description, and I can’t wait to unpack your cast of characters. It’s an ambitious project, but please stick with it, as it has “best seller” written all over it.
I’m embarrassed to say this was the first time I looked up Buddha’s Chop Wood , Carry Water. I now have an understanding. It makes sense. And I can ascribe to that. I seem to lately, unknowingly, been practicing that. And it’s an awesome reminder that you always write.
You know I have to read and reread several times what you include on Sundays. Looked up the definition of Cosmic Dance. I did not know. That first quote will be my study for the week. The video & song you shared brought tears. Very moving and I’m glad you highlighted that today.
And lastly , I hope I’m allowed to comment on your questions? Comment on Frances Mayes. Quickly read about her. And appreciated the writing tips she shared. Read first to enjoy and then read a 2nd to highlight phrases & words you identify as meaningful. That you enjoy. I’d like to know her writing so I will purchase the book to understand what has brought you to feel her influence on your style of writing. So many good things to look forward to this week!
I have a suggestion about building your characters. I hope I’m not overstepping. Since there are becoming more characters and different time periods, I would create them will the help of copy paper. Tape one piece of paper to a wall for each person. Maybe they have a name maybe they don’t at this point? As you build each one , add to the wall or folder. Kind of like the police use a crime evidence bulletin board. Does this make sense? That way you can visually see them. Add nuances, age, sex, habits, careers etc
I think it’s important to look up and see them. Eventually they each would have their own folder that you could pull out and look at.
I don’t know... I’m thrilled for you that you’re beginning this journey. I apologize to the community for such a long response today. I’m enjoying the journey with you.
For interwoven timelines you can watch the movie “The Hours” with Meryl Streep based on the book by Michael Cunningham. I have not had a chance to read the book that is why I’m recommending the movie. It was the first thing that comes to mind, covering three stories coming together.
Allison, I hear you about Oppenheimer-- I couldn’t wait for it to end! I know many loved it, but I was not at all impressed by that film for many reasons, one being the abysmal sound quality. Even w straining, couldn’t hear most of the dialogue, so key to a film.
Love Tyler Childers🙏🏽
And am excited about your novel. What an amazing adventure.
The stuff you’re thinking about is the stuff I’m reading about. Like you, I am curious and inquisitive by nature. (Always with the questions! Drives my Mama crazy!)
[Let’s call the following an integration tale and name it ‘Ms. Miller’s Mill’ inspired by Women Who Run With Wolves by Dr. Clarissa and my ‘wolf-pack-book-club’]
“The story opens with the symbol of the mill and the miller. Like them, the psyche is a grinder of ideas. It takes in raw material, in the form of ideas, feelings, thoughts, and perceptions, and breaks them open (like a piñata) in a way that makes them usable for our nourishment (a hug, a sandwich, and some water).
This psychic ability is often called processing.
We use these processed ideas and energies to implement our most soulful tasks and to fund our various creative endeavors.”
From my perspective, your mill is milling something fierce Ms. Miller. May those creative urges continue to flow unobstructed. It’ll all piece together correctly, in time, with patience and trust in your Self.
I cannot live or cook without our cast iron skillets. We inherited a set of jet black Griswolds from Susan’s aunt, who gave them to her--1934 wedding present. I just returned home from a residency at FAWC and discovered a nice Lodge in the oven, and I used it to cook everything: eggs and bacon, veg and tofu, scallops I brown butter, roasted potatoes, roast chicken. Love them.
Some female friends dismissed “Under the Tuscan Sun” as fluff, as they did “Eat,Pray,Love”. I found both to be warm and relatable.
Tyler Childers latest is my slam dunk this week as well. I love how much airplay he is getting - at least here on Colorado independent stations and my favorite home base, WMOT ;)
There is nothing better than an iron skillet. Passed down or newly acquired. I donated almost all my other cookware when I rediscovered the joy of cast iron cooking. Somewhere my grandmothers are smiling ;)
Thank you as always for your Sunday list .. I now start my Monday with it.
The skillet picture reminded me of Jason Isbell’s “Cast Iron Skillet” song from “Weathervanes”.
RE : Oppenheimer. One thing to keep in mind about Hiroshima and Nagasaki is that the US government was GOING to drop those bombs, no matter what. Japan was beaten, and an invasion was unnecessary at that point. The bombs were dropped as a demonstration and a warning to show the Soviets and Stalin that they had it.
Your multigenerational family saga may need to be a series of several volumes. It sounds intriguing from your brief description, and I can’t wait to unpack your cast of characters. It’s an ambitious project, but please stick with it, as it has “best seller” written all over it.
There’s nothing more cosy than a large dog climbing on your lap! 😂❤️
Hi Allison
I’m embarrassed to say this was the first time I looked up Buddha’s Chop Wood , Carry Water. I now have an understanding. It makes sense. And I can ascribe to that. I seem to lately, unknowingly, been practicing that. And it’s an awesome reminder that you always write.
You know I have to read and reread several times what you include on Sundays. Looked up the definition of Cosmic Dance. I did not know. That first quote will be my study for the week. The video & song you shared brought tears. Very moving and I’m glad you highlighted that today.
And lastly , I hope I’m allowed to comment on your questions? Comment on Frances Mayes. Quickly read about her. And appreciated the writing tips she shared. Read first to enjoy and then read a 2nd to highlight phrases & words you identify as meaningful. That you enjoy. I’d like to know her writing so I will purchase the book to understand what has brought you to feel her influence on your style of writing. So many good things to look forward to this week!
I have a suggestion about building your characters. I hope I’m not overstepping. Since there are becoming more characters and different time periods, I would create them will the help of copy paper. Tape one piece of paper to a wall for each person. Maybe they have a name maybe they don’t at this point? As you build each one , add to the wall or folder. Kind of like the police use a crime evidence bulletin board. Does this make sense? That way you can visually see them. Add nuances, age, sex, habits, careers etc
I think it’s important to look up and see them. Eventually they each would have their own folder that you could pull out and look at.
I don’t know... I’m thrilled for you that you’re beginning this journey. I apologize to the community for such a long response today. I’m enjoying the journey with you.
Thanks for todays share. It always means a lot. 🌸
xoxo
PS. Love the picture Shelby took! Cute
Love is love. That’s it. 🥰
For interwoven timelines you can watch the movie “The Hours” with Meryl Streep based on the book by Michael Cunningham. I have not had a chance to read the book that is why I’m recommending the movie. It was the first thing that comes to mind, covering three stories coming together.
❤️ The song and video ❤️ Thanks for sharing.
Peace ❤️
Disclaimer on “The Hours”, heavy subject matter.
Just discovered the movie Under the Tuscan Sun on TV !! Now I know why you’ve mentioned it so many times ❤️
Allison, I hear you about Oppenheimer-- I couldn’t wait for it to end! I know many loved it, but I was not at all impressed by that film for many reasons, one being the abysmal sound quality. Even w straining, couldn’t hear most of the dialogue, so key to a film.
Love Tyler Childers🙏🏽
And am excited about your novel. What an amazing adventure.
🩷📝
Allison,
The stuff you’re thinking about is the stuff I’m reading about. Like you, I am curious and inquisitive by nature. (Always with the questions! Drives my Mama crazy!)
[Let’s call the following an integration tale and name it ‘Ms. Miller’s Mill’ inspired by Women Who Run With Wolves by Dr. Clarissa and my ‘wolf-pack-book-club’]
“The story opens with the symbol of the mill and the miller. Like them, the psyche is a grinder of ideas. It takes in raw material, in the form of ideas, feelings, thoughts, and perceptions, and breaks them open (like a piñata) in a way that makes them usable for our nourishment (a hug, a sandwich, and some water).
This psychic ability is often called processing.
We use these processed ideas and energies to implement our most soulful tasks and to fund our various creative endeavors.”
From my perspective, your mill is milling something fierce Ms. Miller. May those creative urges continue to flow unobstructed. It’ll all piece together correctly, in time, with patience and trust in your Self.
Sign me up for a pre-order copy! I’m hooked.
xo-E 💜
I cannot live or cook without our cast iron skillets. We inherited a set of jet black Griswolds from Susan’s aunt, who gave them to her--1934 wedding present. I just returned home from a residency at FAWC and discovered a nice Lodge in the oven, and I used it to cook everything: eggs and bacon, veg and tofu, scallops I brown butter, roasted potatoes, roast chicken. Love them.
Some female friends dismissed “Under the Tuscan Sun” as fluff, as they did “Eat,Pray,Love”. I found both to be warm and relatable.
Tyler Childers latest is my slam dunk this week as well. I love how much airplay he is getting - at least here on Colorado independent stations and my favorite home base, WMOT ;)
There is nothing better than an iron skillet. Passed down or newly acquired. I donated almost all my other cookware when I rediscovered the joy of cast iron cooking. Somewhere my grandmothers are smiling ;)
Thank you as always for your Sunday list .. I now start my Monday with it.