Wide Open Writing Welcomes Emily Shearer

"Travels with Emily"

Going on a trip? Let the trip take you
When the train stops on the tracks,
have a look-see in the field of unmown clover.
Share the almonds you brought along
and accept what your fellow passengers offer
to share with you.

So begins Emily Shearer's latest poem about slowing down, being in the Here, even when you are somewhere else. Join her on Sunday, March 6 for WOW Writes Together to explore the genre of Travel Writing, even if you are only leaving your house for groceries.

Paul Theroux writes, in The Tao of Travel, "Whatever else travel is, it is also an occasion to dream and remember." And is that not also why we write? If you've been dreaming of going on a WOW retreat and can't get away, or if you've managed to venture beyond your own backyard and are wondering about some best practices for recording your dreams and memories, come to our Zoom gathering. Reserve your spot on Eventbrite or join us via Zoom.