Record of meeting 9 September meeting

Present

Terry, David C, Cath, Lynn, Leonie, Wendy, Elizabeth, Geoff

Apology – Helene … we’re missing you still !

Words of the day

Impunity = exempt from punishment, disregarding

Quiddity = real nature (of a thing); or fine distinction

Orientation = relative position, inclination, attitude

Excoriate = criticize, sensure; or remove part of skin

Malign = slander, speak evil of

Salubrity = enabling health, healthy

Adduce = quote, or cite as proof

Double-speak = obscure speech

Writing from W o D

The Usual Political Targets were attacked by the Usual Assailants (David, Terry, Geoff); Wendy urned a laugh with her tale; Leonie revealed medical infighting, and Cath wrote of (in)mates

Member works offered

Leonie brought us more of her period tales ; Terry continues with his detective drama -  we await more from both.

Homework

Elizabeth revealed more of farming life, focus on working dogs. David C on the hazards of single and/or post marital life. Leonie gave concern at the health systems, and how their government support is lacking.

Fast-write on topics including ‘after all these years’

Homework for 16 Sep

Message – “I have your key”

Record of meeting 2 September 2015

Important details of the day

1. We missed you Helene 

2. Goodbye to Clare with tea and cake

Present

David C, Terry, Cath, Wendy, Clare and Geoff - a good strong mix of Poetic and Writing talent.

Words of the day

Fey: Vague near death

Adage: Proverb or saying

Pernicious: Wicked Evil hearted

Malediction: Evil speaking, a curse

Lachrymose: Tearful shedding tears

Recalcitrant: Obstinate Unco-operative

Stories from words of the day

The talented writers created some very interesting Quick Writes with a natural political bent.

Homework reading

Terry continued the saga of McCord. Clare wrote about falling in love. David was Touched by Angels

Tea and Cake to farewell Clare

Exercise - Six items

Write about six items found in a handbag or mans pocket.

Ventolin Puffer-- Coins-- Small Umbrella-- Check Book-- Personal Fan-- Opal Card. Poetic words of wisdom.

Final exercise - Five facts or statements about you

Four True - One a Lie - unbelievable so funny.

Homework 

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