2/12/08
i got the internship. seriuosly, i really got it. what internship, you ask? if you aren't dedicated to each and every post i've made in this blog, as well as my other, i will refresh your memory. i applied for citigal's charm school internship (you can read my essay here) a few days ago. when i opened my email this morning, i found a simple acceptance letter stating that not only would i be participating in the charm school, but that my essay is going to be published in the march issue of citigal magazine!
i've been panicking all morning. not only am i doing this, but i'm getting my first technical byline! i've been writing more, having been inspired by michelle dobbs' entry in the amazon competition. for me, it's always hard to write with the intention of sending something out. the fear of success is sometimes more paralyzing than the fear of failure, and so many of my pieces sit quietly in boxes.
i am feeling a million things at once right now. i suppose the overwhelming feeling has to do with the fact that things really are starting to work out. since the beginning of this program, and even before, i've been working to show that i'm worth the trouble. the proof is starting to surface in a visible way.
tonight, i'm headed to a networking event at the italian community center put on by the association for women in communications. there will be women all around to talk to about my portfolio and resume, as well as seemingly obvious things that i have no idea about (read: how to dress for work and interviewing. veronica tells me jeans with holes in them are unacceptable.) i think there will also be ladies talking about personal finances (something i've always been very interested in) and finding a mentor.
this is amazing. amazing. i was telling james yesterday in my IDP that i feel i haven't had a real opportunity to do what i'm good at yet. i talked to him about my disillusionment with the nonprofit sector, because even when you work hard, there really isn't any recognition. i am eating my words, and that's quite alright with me.
"if at first you don't succeed, try, try again. then quit. there's no use being a damn fool about it."
-w.c. fields
Showing posts with label michelle dobbs. Show all posts
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Tuesday
Wednesday
review for a fellow ally
michelle dobbs has sort of become a resident guest in this year's ally class. she facililitated this year's rev. dr. martin luther king jr. day training, as well as being the co-facilitator of the mid-year community-building retreat at bjorklunden.
aside from being a fantastic facilitator, public allies cheerleader and national office executive, michelle is also a talented writer. she is a finalist in the amazon.com breakthrough novel award contest. how exciting!
the contest is open for review, and if you are interested in reading michelle's chapter and submitting a review, details can be found here.
i felt moved to support her, and submitted a review on the sample chapter of her novel rock island line:
"She would throw her hand up; still facing the direction she was walking, in some kind of tired salute. I don't think she said any words with that movement, because she never looked back. That's the kind of person she was, I guess, the kind who moves on." -Michelle Dobbs, The Rock Island Line
Michelle Dobb's Rock Island Line is a fine look into historical beliefs of African American families, as well as powerful commentary on class. Writing from the viewpoints of distinct characters, Dobbs gives us a glimpse of superstitions and spirituality that touches the lives of many.
In terms of delivery, the words sway together and offer up for close inspection the feel of a time period long since gone. Conversational dialect is authentic, produced in a respectful tone. Each character is a colorful 3-dimensional woman, represented in print by the strength of her words.
In a sense, these women are the spokeswomen of a tribe of African American pioneers of sorts trying to break the culture barrier of traditionally white Rock Island. For anyone who enjoys period-style pieces and rich storytelling, Dobb's Rock Island Line is a must.
aside from being a fantastic facilitator, public allies cheerleader and national office executive, michelle is also a talented writer. she is a finalist in the amazon.com breakthrough novel award contest. how exciting!
the contest is open for review, and if you are interested in reading michelle's chapter and submitting a review, details can be found here.
i felt moved to support her, and submitted a review on the sample chapter of her novel rock island line:
"She would throw her hand up; still facing the direction she was walking, in some kind of tired salute. I don't think she said any words with that movement, because she never looked back. That's the kind of person she was, I guess, the kind who moves on." -Michelle Dobbs, The Rock Island Line
Michelle Dobb's Rock Island Line is a fine look into historical beliefs of African American families, as well as powerful commentary on class. Writing from the viewpoints of distinct characters, Dobbs gives us a glimpse of superstitions and spirituality that touches the lives of many.
In terms of delivery, the words sway together and offer up for close inspection the feel of a time period long since gone. Conversational dialect is authentic, produced in a respectful tone. Each character is a colorful 3-dimensional woman, represented in print by the strength of her words.
In a sense, these women are the spokeswomen of a tribe of African American pioneers of sorts trying to break the culture barrier of traditionally white Rock Island. For anyone who enjoys period-style pieces and rich storytelling, Dobb's Rock Island Line is a must.
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