Going to STORY 10

Last year in late October, I went to the STORY conference in Chicago. I went alone and didn’t know anyone there, but I met some cool people, a few that I had met online.

I had been working on my memoir for a year or two, but was in somewhat of a slump, not sure how to more forward with certain portions of it. I was unsure how real to be about some of the emotional and spiritual journey I had been through after almost dying in an accident. (things like that kinda mess with one’s mind)

The line up of speakers was excellent … challenging, encouraging and inspiring. The conference was very well organized and top-notch. I was impressed and inspired.

I came home and wrote this.

I know there is much to learn from people that do impression things, so I found the director of STORY, Ben Arment’s website and began reading it. In November, Ben announced a new venture of his — Dream Year. I applied and was accepted.

Now STORY 10 is happening (about a month earlier than last year) I am going again and taking a friend with me. As a Dream Year Participant  I’m having an exhibit showcasing my story. (excited!) I will have a 4′ x 6′ trade show display with a storyboard of my story on it. Also this video will be playing on my laptop. And I have promos (mini-books with excerpts of my story in it) to hand out.

My friend and I are flying out on Wednesday morning (waiting to hear if we got tickets to the Oprah show for a Wed afternoon taping) The conference happens Thursday and Friday — then we plan to go sightseeing on Saturday and Sunday. (What shall we see?)

So if you are coming to STORY10, look me up. I’d love to connect.

Update: Monday evening: tonight I set up my display for STORY. A laptop, dish of chocolate and flowers will be added to the table. Anything else I should add?