Yesterday was the third class with Linda Lewis on short story writing. I struggled with my homework so Linda scribbled my “words” on her flip chart and then the rest of the class bombarded me with ideas on a story lol. Thing is, I didn’t realise that I didn’t have to use all the words 
Then it was on to Sharon Kendricks course…..and at this present moment, all I seem capable of saying is wow! Lol *goes off to have a cappuccino and a cigarette to recover*
Ok, where do I start
Sharon gave us a 12 chapter break down of a Mills & Boon book, so that we would know approximately where things are suppose to/should happen. It made it look easy, but, I know that’s not the case lol. We (as in, the class) came up with a hero, a heroine, back story and established that it was a “secret baby” story set in Rome and London. Brilliant. So interesting and informative, and Sharon is a great tutor. She had us laughing all the way through her classes 
It’s probably been the highlight of my week, and now, I’m determined to try my hand
Late afternoon was spent in my room, trying to catch up with some writing, whilst outside it was torrential rain 
The speaker last night was the highly acclaimed David Nobbs who’s anecdotes and memories had most of the delegates roaring with laughter.
A quick drink in the bar and then it was time to hand my raffle tickets in….I sold 417 tickets at a quid each, so I’m pleased with that
And my final news of the day…… I’ve joined Twitter ha ha ha! I blame Della Galton & Peter Jones
My Twitter name is @vikkithomp lol. I did want to use the blog name but decided against it. So if you want to follow me, lol, please
Are you on Twitter?
In less than 30 seconds, I will be following you. hehe
Okay weird, I did a search and couldn’t find you. O.O Mine is @Sara_flower.
Thanks Sara, did you find me in the end? Lol
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I still couldn’t find you!
so you have Twitter, now I need to do Facebook – I am following you by the way (I am the one in the dark glasses with the straw fedora behind the tree)
Oooooo, will go and have a look….still not too sure what I’m doing to be honest lol
Good luck with FaceBook, you can do it!
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These daily updates on your writing retreat are awesome, and really make me want to go to one. Makes my fingers itch to write!
I’m on Twitter under one blog name, but not on the other, but am discontinuing the blog that’s connected to my Twitter handle … so let’s just say, once I get the whole mess untangled, I’ll be following you on Twitter!
Maybe I’m not the best person to try and figure this out, but I can’t find you over there. Lots of Vikki Thompsons, but I don’t think they’re you.
I’m @vikkithomp (all lower case all one word and no SON lol)
Ahhhhh, yeah, I was tempted to go with my blog name, but decided against it. Good luck honey xx
OMG there is not enough hours in the day! X
He he he!!!!!
Don’t worry honey, I won’t neglect you
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Welcome to twitter, Vikki. @sydliyah
Thanks honey
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hmm – searched for you on twitter, even copied and pasted but it found nothing. I’m @linw2010 if you want to find me but I mainly post about my technical blog or tv programs I watch – I love following hashtags lol
Thanks Lin
There was a glitch, but it seems ok now
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Still getting to grips with facebook! Twitter will have to be a thing of the future. What a great day you had, I’m so jealous.
Thanks Carol
I thought it was about time I increased my online presence lol
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Sounds like you’re having a brilliant time. I really want to go to one of these events.
I’m on twitter – will try to hunt you down!
Couldn’t find you
I’m @PatsyCollins
Thanks Patsy
Oh, it was a brilliant week! Do come if you ever get the chance
Yeah, a few people have said they couldn’t find me, but it seems to be ok now
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See you on Twitter and yay for all those raffle tickets, that’s great!
Thanks Catherine, see you there
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I’m on Twitter! @cbwentworth. I’ll be looking for you!
Awwwww, thanks CB, I’ll be the one wandering around aimlessly lol
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Linda was fantastic wasn’t she? Kate too. Well, they all were. Great blog again Vikki. Maddie PS Thanks for gettin me online earlier. Clever girl!
Wonderful tutors Maddie
I take it you’ll be coming back next year
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PS You look stunning in your black dress, Vikki. You’ll know um dead at the dregs party on the lawn. x
Ha ha ha, I was feeling a little bit overdressed and couldn’t wait to get my heels off lol
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Welcome to Twitter! I’ll follow you now…
Thanks Sandra
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Well it all sounds very good.
I am on twitter. There is a wordpress widget you can use if you wish which feeds your tweets onto (the side of) your blog.
Thanks Elliot
Ooooo, is there? Thanks honey xx
Following! I’m @MelDFMac, or follower #10 on your Twitter profile
Glad the conference is inspiring you.
Thanks Melanie
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Like Kirsten, I also enjoy reading over your days spent at the writing workshops. You seem so enthusiastic about going, how much fun you’re having, and it really shows in your writing. Glad to hear all has been going great. A good rain is just what’s needed when the inspiration strikes to write.
Thanks honey, I LOVED it
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