ANNOUNCING A NEW WRITING WORKSHOP SESSION FOR STUDENTS BEGINNING OCTOBER 6^th AT THE CORNER STORE AND A NEW BLOG TO SINK YOUR SPIRITS INTO WHEN YOU ARE ANGRY, SAD OR NEED A PICK-ME-UP; SECRET LIFE IN MY BACKYARD

Seven Golden Secrets to Writing Workshop

Parents can enroll their youngsters from ages 6 to 12 into a new writing session that begins in October.  The course is taught in a nurturing environment and helps students gain confidence in their skills.

Using an unorthodox approach from the Seven Golden Secrets to Writing, students learn how to use this craft  with fun and ease by having the chance to create.

Workshops are conducted by Diana Chapman, a longtime San Pedro writer.

The next session begins Oct. 6 and runs through Nov. 10. Workshops are from 4:30 to 5:45 p.m. each Wednesday at the Corner Store, 1118 W. 37^th St., San Pedro.

Cost for pre-enrolled students are $50 per  six-week session. Enrolling the day the class begins costs $60. There are no refunds.

To enroll,  please email Diana at hartchap@cox.net.

THE SECRET LIFE IN MY BACKYARD

After making several complaints to my husband about living in such a congested city as Los Angeles, he suggested I learn to sit in my backyard and appreciate the life around me.

I did and found not only a sense of serenity, but a whole new world to write about. Visit http://www.secretlifeinmybackyard.blogspot.com and find out what you might be missing in your own yard. Please leave your thoughts on the site.