I'm sorry if you've covered this and I've forgotten, but reading your story is an option? As in, you're not telling it, you're reading it from the page? I didn't realize that. That honestly makes 4 minutes much more feasible. I've mentioned before how hard it's been for me to get a story that's told/performed (not read) down to FIVE minutes! Especially because performing it always seems to add at least 2 1/2 minutes, lol. But if it can be read . . . cool. Anyway, love what you're doing.
You can read! We allow people to be on book for sure. But, I'm curious. Why does it feel more feasible if you can read? We still want acting and emoting, and all the stuff! It's not just a straightforward read.
I will tell you from 10 years of storytelling experience that if you keep the story close to 500 words, you'll do fine. I think you should go for it, Amy Bee! xo
Personal experience tells me it's more feasible! :) I get that you still emote and project and perform; I just didn't know you could read from the page. It sounds like A LOT of fun. And I'd like to support what you're doing. I'll be in touch.
I love that! I was just on a call with one of my bros oldest friends and she gave me a message to give to him. I'm supposed to say, "Schmoopie says hi." Because it's an a name they've been calling each other for years. Such schmaltz! xo
That's right! I forgot about that (one of the few episodes I saw) because I wasn't much of a fan of the show, but now it makes even more sense. Thanks for the reminder.
I think it's because people can show up like champions, angels in disguise right when we need them, and it's important for us to remember that and have faith in others' goodness.
That's what came up for me when I watched for the first time. There's hope for us when we access our kindness. xo
Isn't this exciting? We've entered our 1 month countdown to the first slam on January 17th. Seats ARE limited to the live event...will keep all apprised of availability! xo
No one will ever convince me that the clickety-clacking Janices of the world aren't actual angels manifesting in just the places and at just the times they're most needed. Or maybe some folks are just better practiced at exercising their wings.
I love your comment, Elizabeth. I think angels can be found more places than we realize. Often I think they're missed because we're not fully awake. I love the reminder of our inherent goodness when something like this pops in. We really are more capable of kindness than we know. xo
I’ve been thinking about this ever since I read/listened to your story. It all started with honesty. If you hadn’t told her the real deal, it wouldn’t have opened the door to her help. There is power in straightforward truth.
This is very much unrelated but my family’s Matriarch is also named Eileen and I’m sure you despise this question but even with it’s foul implications I can’t help but Dexys Midnight runners “Come on Eileen” how do you feel about it? Save Ferris did a cover and I don’t know if it’s just because her voice is so lovely but it just feels less creepy, just curious! My Grandmom doesn’t even like it being mentioned in her company.
I tolerate it a lot at work. I get that it was the third most popular song of the 80s and a one hit wonder so it has some real staying power. And it's such a happy song, really. That said, it usually gets sung to me by people with no imagination and when it was popular the dj at our local club used to pretend to strangle himself when he put it on after multiple requests. So...it's complicated.
Haha yes so happy ya gotta love a song about some rando cis man begging a *barely* legal little girl for her flower 🤢🤮 I had no idea what the fuck I was singing to annoy her when I was a kid.
Fabulous. Perfectly told. I love surprises. And so glad there's another good J out there somewhere!!
Everyone loves a benevolent J ❤️
I'm sorry if you've covered this and I've forgotten, but reading your story is an option? As in, you're not telling it, you're reading it from the page? I didn't realize that. That honestly makes 4 minutes much more feasible. I've mentioned before how hard it's been for me to get a story that's told/performed (not read) down to FIVE minutes! Especially because performing it always seems to add at least 2 1/2 minutes, lol. But if it can be read . . . cool. Anyway, love what you're doing.
You can read! We allow people to be on book for sure. But, I'm curious. Why does it feel more feasible if you can read? We still want acting and emoting, and all the stuff! It's not just a straightforward read.
I will tell you from 10 years of storytelling experience that if you keep the story close to 500 words, you'll do fine. I think you should go for it, Amy Bee! xo
Personal experience tells me it's more feasible! :) I get that you still emote and project and perform; I just didn't know you could read from the page. It sounds like A LOT of fun. And I'd like to support what you're doing. I'll be in touch.
Thank you! I'm thrilled. And we need all the support we can get, so yay! xo
Janice is a rock star. So are you. xoxo
You're so kind, Irena. Thanks.
Kind, schmind. Just being a truth-teller is all.
You are simply the schmest.
I love that! I was just on a call with one of my bros oldest friends and she gave me a message to give to him. I'm supposed to say, "Schmoopie says hi." Because it's an a name they've been calling each other for years. Such schmaltz! xo
omygod, that's a Seinfeld episode! Where Seinfeld and his girlfriend annoy EVERYone by calling one another Schmoopie! Ha! So great! Schmaltz is right!
That's right! I forgot about that (one of the few episodes I saw) because I wasn't much of a fan of the show, but now it makes even more sense. Thanks for the reminder.
She sure is. And she sure is! xo
So good.
She is, isn't she?!
Why am I crying?
Perhaps because the writer has such a magnificent first name? ;)
I think it's because people can show up like champions, angels in disguise right when we need them, and it's important for us to remember that and have faith in others' goodness.
That's what came up for me when I watched for the first time. There's hope for us when we access our kindness. xo
When the sisterhood comes together, it's a beautiful thing. I'm so glad you made your escape, Eileen. xo
Women helping women make for great stories. Thanks for being here. xo
Love this! What a good story and so well told! WBYYS is off to an amazing start!!!
Isn't this exciting? We've entered our 1 month countdown to the first slam on January 17th. Seats ARE limited to the live event...will keep all apprised of availability! xo
Many thanks, sweet P. xo
Thank you, Eileen for showing us how it is done. Very well told and lived, good for you.
Thank you, Prajna. I always love seeing you here.
She's great, isn't she? I love E's writing so much. And her stories! xo
I can relate to your story E, well done!
Beautiful. You should absolutely write a book about your life.
But then I'd have to remember things! It's all just bits and pieces. What a long strange trip it's been :) xo
You could absolutely do it in bits and pieces...I know it. xo
I agree. She should! xo
No one will ever convince me that the clickety-clacking Janices of the world aren't actual angels manifesting in just the places and at just the times they're most needed. Or maybe some folks are just better practiced at exercising their wings.
This was a shiny gift for my day. Thank you!
Sometimes just knowing WWJD (what would Janice do) can inspire...
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I love your comment, Elizabeth. I think angels can be found more places than we realize. Often I think they're missed because we're not fully awake. I love the reminder of our inherent goodness when something like this pops in. We really are more capable of kindness than we know. xo
Love it
Awesome, Eileen!
Appreciate you, Chris.
You were so brave. And Janice was an angel.
Angels that move among us quietly are the best kind ❤️
I’ve been thinking about this ever since I read/listened to your story. It all started with honesty. If you hadn’t told her the real deal, it wouldn’t have opened the door to her help. There is power in straightforward truth.
Exactly. If we're vulnerable with others, it gives them permission to be authentic back. It's so good, isn't it? xo
It is. It’s scary sometimes, and not always well received, but it’s the only way to make a genuine connection.
That's a good point.
This story was so very wonderful. I truly enjoyed every moment, thank you so much for sharing.
You're so welcome. I'm glad you enjoyed it.
This is very much unrelated but my family’s Matriarch is also named Eileen and I’m sure you despise this question but even with it’s foul implications I can’t help but Dexys Midnight runners “Come on Eileen” how do you feel about it? Save Ferris did a cover and I don’t know if it’s just because her voice is so lovely but it just feels less creepy, just curious! My Grandmom doesn’t even like it being mentioned in her company.
I tolerate it a lot at work. I get that it was the third most popular song of the 80s and a one hit wonder so it has some real staying power. And it's such a happy song, really. That said, it usually gets sung to me by people with no imagination and when it was popular the dj at our local club used to pretend to strangle himself when he put it on after multiple requests. So...it's complicated.
Haha yes so happy ya gotta love a song about some rando cis man begging a *barely* legal little girl for her flower 🤢🤮 I had no idea what the fuck I was singing to annoy her when I was a kid.
LOVE this story!
Thanks, Marcia ❤️