Inspiration can come along in many ways and today it was in the country library. It was a combination of several things such as the neat and orderly setting, the book lined walls and the familiar folk gathered there . The author we all celebrated there today is a gentle speaking, delightful senior that held our interest and also charmed our hearts with her book launch.
This writer has been writing a variety of articles and material for many years. She is published and has been nominated for awards. Today, she read from her most recent book which just happens to be historical fiction. It is rich with material from her own heritage as well as her knowledge of farming in the pioneer days.
The energy in the library, as she lead us through the chosen excerpt from her book was the kind of sensation you feel when something meaningful happens on a very good day and all seems for the moment peaceful, calm and positive. Being part of the group there today and enjoying the overall experience I came to the realization that she had given me a boost as a writer but I think there were connections with everyone gathered there.
Respectful admiration, community and family support, good humour, down to earth conversation and practical discussion were the artistic vibrations resonating in the small but packed to the gills rural library today. Chairs had to be brought in from the nearby hall to accommodate the crowd, all of her books were purchased, signed and her own son gave up his own copy to a delighted fan and it was all topped off with a delicious cake ( made by her daughter, no doubt) and glasses of cider. We were all there to celebrate the love of writing that this author shared with us.
That is what I felt in the room and I can best describe it as inspiration. A young person in attendance today shared her appreciation of this author with me and it was glowing, enthusiastic and appreciative. Now, that’s energy!
An Embarrassment of Freedom 
Amazing what sharing a little of ourselves can do for others sometimes.
It was a very nice event and for me motivation to further develop my writing ,
Dave passed this along to me. It’s lovely. Wish I could write like that. Thank you so much.
Ruth
How wonderful to have your reply! The interesting thing about blogging is the contact with other writers and readers. Thanks again for the artistic boost and motivation!
Ruth is amazing, and a true inspiration to me! Thanks for writing this, Aunt Liz!
Angelica
Hi there! Thanks for your reply too! Ruth did a great job on the book and it is wonderful to think another one is on the way!
Your blog is insightful, descriptive and has caught the essence of Ruth Zavitz’s Book launch of “Flight to the Frontier” at the Coldstream Library. It was a delight to read. Ruth was truly an inspiration to all who attended.
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An excellent blog from An embarrassment of Freedom