WORDS ABOUT WOMEN WRITING ~ VERMONT:

From present and previous participants . . .

"This circle challenges me to be a full participant, taking responsibility for the voice I bring to the group, and not diminishing it with humor that masks fear and vulnerability."

"Our circle is an encouragement to me--that others share the desire to write, to commit to write and actually do the work. There is a profound sense of YES! in that for me.  The image of a small opera comes to mind--voices speaking words and cadences that proclaim variations on the theme of our lives as women, carefully sung into this circle of declaration and revelation." 

"I find the weekly ritual, the coming together with the community of women, and the guidance provided, to be extremely important to my well-being as a writer and as a person." 

"A sense of hope that with each voice and each response, women can truly change themselves and the world around them." 

"The courage to share one's work shows a gentle confidence that is contagious. Somehow by reflecting on others' stories you make them your own and they open closed doors in your mind and soul." 

"This is a place where writers are honored, where writing means more than words on paper." 

"Every time I have participated in a WWfaC class I have come away as a stronger writer and richer person. It fills me up in a way nothing else can."

"I know I have only scratched the surface of the gifts that this WWf(a)C community gives." 

"My experience with Women Writing for (a) Change ~ Vermont has expanded my sense of possibilities. I feel more confident that my words can make a difference."

"I've had the craft feedback I was craving from my group; and being surrounded by purposeful writers has made me a better listener as well as story-teller."

"Women's soulfulness runs at full tilt here. I think that if we had the opportunity, we could put our heads and hearts together right now and solve all the problems of the world." 

"From writing comes freedom; and from sharing comes hope."

"A celebration of community and creativity. The saving graces of our world." 

"We bring white sheets of truth to create fire and spirit of connection."

"Writing in this community is a gift to me. It's a place where I am comfortable learning and trying new things."

"I have come to understand the meaning of the term 'sacred space' through my experience in our writing circle." 

"This is a space for women warriors and I am proud to be a member of the tribe. I am encouraged to develop my strength and dedication for seeking truth."

...and from the press:

Read the Burlington Free Press "Living Section" feature dated July 12, 2007

Read the Montpelier Bridge article dated May 4, 2007