I went down to the local newspaper on Monday, and I'm their new features writer (on a freelance basis).
In every week's issue, I'll be writing a profile/interview with interesting locals. My first subject hand-typed an autobiography, available in the reference section of the local lobrary.
It is AMAZING. Not only because he's had an interesting life, but also because he provides a clear, first-hand account of life in Mississippi in the 1920s. The econonomy, the social structure, race-- it's all in there. This stuff needs to be part of the Library of Congress, because it's priceless. I'm meeting him next week, and I think it'll be great.
Talk to ye elders, people! And elders, write your stuff down! Think of it as community service.
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3 years ago
4 comments:
Congrats! The paper is lucky to have you :)
Your trip to Cali looks like it was a blast. Thanks for posting all the great pictures.
Oh, did K get that book for his sister?
~Sarah~
He sure did!!! I *think* she liked it!
nice!
-n
I love the pics from San Fran. And of the dogs. And you are the most beautiful ponderer I have ever seen! I must admit, it has been a while since I've read your blog. I love the new look, and I'll be venturing into this cite much more frequently. Take care, sweet girl, and know that I think of you always. Stinks
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