It began as one of those dreams where the setting and events that were unfolding seemed simultaneously familiar yet unfamiliar. Instead of watching the vision like a movie, I was taking part and looking out through the woman’s own eyes toward three children gathered around a kitchen table. A snowy scene beyond the window was as well-known to me as the back of my hand.
The mood was both comforting and uncomfortable. I started to waken, but willed myself to remain in that place. Every inch of the room was recognizable to me, as were some of the occupants. As I held onto the dream, I knew without a word being uttered what had happened to these people and what their futures held.
Next, I just needed to wake up and write the story!
Several years after that writing, the resulting short fiction, “Slip of the Lip,” now appears in the 2018 edition of the UPPAA’s anthology, the U.P. Reader. That publication is an intriguing mix of fiction, non-fiction, prose, poetry, and photography, with its roots planted firmly in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. I’m proud to have my writing once again included, along with so many talented contributors.
This is so exciting!! What a wonderful contribution and it’s Michigan! 💞😊 I’m so glad you are sharing your writing!
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Thanks so much for the positive feedback; that means a great deal to me!
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Congratulations. You dream story sounds intriguing.
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Thank you!
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Well done!!!!
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Thanks!
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Look at that! Another reason one should always keep writing paper and pen next to ones bed….that next dream could be the one that shakes the Muse! Congratulations!
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Yes, I agree. Thanks!
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I agree 100%. I woke up out of nowhere last week and felt inspired to write a blog post on a breakfast idea. I always keep some stationary on my bedside table for those moments.
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Congratulations. May you be inspired to continue writing…🌼
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Thanks so much!
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Congratulations, Becky! That’s so exciting! What a fantastic story your story has!
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Thanks so much, Kathy!
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Congratulations!
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Thank you, Ramona!
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