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Workshops
The crux of a life story is the story. But how do you mold your experiences and memories into the written word? 

Maureen Lander of Lifetime Legacies conducts workshops that are packed with ideas, information and motivation. While examining your life and its meaning, you'll also learn basic writing skills and strategies to express your story. Below you'll find a syllabus.
PAST STUDENTS' COMMENTS:
Judie Hagen
You made each of us believe we could write our stories. You are an excellent teacher who has given me a deep desire to write.

Howard Koester
I must praise you for the wonderful and very professional way that you have conducted this workshop. You have literally revitalized my life. You have made writing my story fun, stimulating, and satisfying.

Leah Hammer
I can't thank you enough for giving me the tools to get started. I'm energized and excited about writing. I loved every minute of the class.

WORKSHOP SYLLABUS

1. Blast Off  Get started with tips on how to organize your story, stay motivated, and make the most of your lifewriting efforts. Discover the value of your story, no matter how grand or seemingly simple. Learn how to use words wisely.

2. Memory Joggers  As author Natalie Goldberg says, to write a memoir you must first know how to remember. Enjoy exercises that will dust off your past and uncover forgotten detail. Learn how to write strong sentences.

3. Balancing Act  Skeletons inhabit every closet. Gain insight into the balance between truth, privacy, and family harmony. See how to put your story into historical context. Learn about the principles of paragraphing.

4.  A Picture's Worth  A picture's worth a thousand words yet so much more. Discover what lies beyond traditional captioning. Learn about effective editing.


WORKSHOP SCHEDULE      
Workshops are suspended for the time being but may resume in the fall.
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