Do you really think you can't write, right now?: The SADC welcomes its lucky #13.

Do you really think you can't write, right now?: The SADC welcomes its lucky #13.

Correction to SADC Membership

Ok, so the member list & order that I've been posting has been slightly off. Thanks to our newest member, NICHOLAS POPE, I have come to realize that KATHY LOGAN & NATASHA JETTE joined the SADC on my other blog (www.being-claudia.blogspot.com) on September 15, 2006 (before the SADC blog was created). Anyhow, following is the most up-to-date SADC member list. If you've been reading this blog and/or writing your scenes, we would love to have your comments posted here. Feel free to share your thoughts on writing, post questions, express your frustration, joy, love, hate, anything! Just write to your fellow SADC members. :)

CURRENT MEMBERS OF THE SADC:
1. Claudia Jurt (as of Sep. 10, 2006)
2. Nancy Kenny (as of Sep. 10, 2006)
3. Meghanne Kessels (as of Sep. 10, 2006)
4. Stephanie Halin (as of Sep. 12, 2006)
5. Kathy Logan (as of Sep. 15, 2006)
6. Natasha Jetté (as of Sep. 15, 2006)
7. Corry Burke (as of Sep. 18, 2006)
8. Steve Stransman (as of Sep. 20, 2006)
9. Caitlin Emond (ad of Sep. 20, 2006)
10. Normand Laniel (as of Sep. 22, 2006)
11. Peter Jurt (as of Sep. 23, 2006)
12. Jonquil Garrick (as of Sep. 23, 2006)
13. Kim Guite (as of Sep. 23, 2006)
14. Mark Slacke (as of Sep. 24, 2006)
15. Nicholas Pope (as of Sep. 26, 2006)

If any new members wish to join, please post a message on this blog expressing your so-called wish - it's just that simple (for now).

Now, write, write, write!

C :)

The SADC welcomes its lucky #13.

CONGRATULATIONS to MARK SLACKE - SADC Member #13.

At this rate, we'll have to organize a meeting
very soon...

Stay tuned!

C

Today's Challenge - Get out of your SADC debt

Ladies and Gentleman of the SADC,

Today is clean-up day, so to speak. I am aware that a few of you are in some serious 'scene debt' - so I will only challenge that you get out of that debt today.
Remember, the quality and the quantity of the scene(s) is not important.
All you have to do is write. You will feel a wonderful sense of accomplishment upon completion. I know...I've been in 'scene debt' and I admit that I'm in it right now.
My committment for today is to get out of debt by bringing my laptop to set and working away any chance I get. It's time to kill the guilt now...you know who you are... ;)

Also, the work of SADC member #6. Steve Stransman, has been quite enjoyable to read, you can check it out at www.sadcsteve.blogspot.com

Happy or Crappy Writing,

C :)

More SADC Members!

Wow - what an excellent day for membership.
The SADC warmly welcomes the following new members:
CAITLIN EMOND
NORMAND LANIEL
PETER JURT
KATHY LOGAN
JONQUIL GARRICK
KIM GUITE

CURRENT MEMBERS OF THE SADC:
1. Claudia Jurt (as of Sep. 10, 2006)
2. Nancy Kenny (as of Sep. 10, 2006)
3. Meghanne Kessels (as of Sep. 10, 2006)
4. Stephanie Halin (as of Sep. 12, 2006)
5. Corry Burke (as of Sep. 18, 2006)
6. Steve Stransman (as of Sep. 20, 2006)
7. Caitlin Emond (ad of Sep. 20, 2006)
8. Normand Laniel (as of Sep. 22, 2006)
9. Peter Jurt (as of Sep. 23, 2006)
10. Kathy Logan (as of Sep. 23, 2006)
11. Jonquil Garrick (as of Sep. 23, 2006)
12. Kim Guite (as of Sep. 23, 2006)

The SADC boasts a dozen members already!

Who wants to be the lucky #13?

New Member - Peter Jurt

Dear SADC Members & Readers,

Please welcome Peter Jurt (Claudia's brother) as the
newest member of the SADC!

Following is an updated list of members.

CURRENT MEMBERS OF SADC:
1. Claudia Jurt (as of Sep. 10, 2006)
2. Nancy Kenny (as of Sep. 10, 2006)
3. Meghanne Kessels (as of Sep. 10, 2006)
4. Stephanie Halin (as of Sep. 12, 2006)
5. Corry Burke (as of Sep. 18, 2006)
6. Steve Stransman (as of Sep. 20, 2006
7. Normand Laniel (as of Sep. 22, 2006)
8. Peter Jurt (as of Sep. 23, 2006)

Just Keep Writing,

C :)

SADC Challenge for September 23, 2006

It is exciting to see that the SADC is growing quickly - before you know it, we will have organized meetings to read one-another's scenes, daily, weekly and/or monthly challenges, actual productions, publications, screenings, presentations of our work...the possibilites are endless!

So, I shall begin with today's challenge:

Use the word: LOVE at least 3 times in your scene today.

This challenge is inspired by the show Grey's Anatomy, my roommate was watching it and from where I was sitting, I was vaguely listening, but I swear, I heard the word JEALOUS used at least ten times in that episode. Interesting...very interesting...great show btw.

Keep writing,
C

SADC FAQ

1. Do I have to be a good writer to join the SADC?

A: No. The quality of your writing is not a deciding factor on membership. Whether you have always had a desire to write but have never done so or you are already a published writer - you are welcome to join the SADC.

2. How do I become a member of the SADC?

A: That's Easy - just reply to any SADC blog with your name and decision to join the SADC. The day you join you must begin writing one scene a day. If you wish to receive SADC newsletters, attend SADC meetings, etc.., please send your complete information to SADC President at claudiajurt@hotmail.com (Please include your full name, email, telephone #, DOB, date of membership).

3. Will you sell or give out my personal information?

A: Never. However, your email address will be added to the SADC group email list. Unless you request otherwise, other SADC members will have access to your email.

4. What if I want to remain anonymous on the SADC blog?

A: Not a problem. When you join, just give us an anonymous name that you will use for your SADC writing.

5. What is the cost to join the SADC?

A: There is no cost to join the SADC.

6. Do I have to publish my scenes on a blog to participate?

A: No you do not. Most members keep their work confidential. You must keep track of your SADC work by giving each scene or set of scenes a title and date.

7. Does the SADC recommend that I post my work online?

A: No. Some members may choose to post all of their scenes on a blog - this is a personal decision. However, when you post anything online, you risk having your ideas/work stolen.

8. Will the SADC pay for my work?

A: No, the SADC was created to inspire people to write. What you choose to do with the product(s) of your SADC work is solely up to you.

9. How do you know if a member has actually been writing a scene a day?

A: Unless members send in their work (this is not a requirement at this point) the SADC can only go by the honour system. The SADC is meant to help writers help themselves! If you're not writing you're only cheating yourself.

10. Is the SADC open only to residents of Canada?

A: No. The SADC is open to anyone from anywhere in the world.

11. Is the president of the SADC a professional writer?

A: Not yet. The SADC makes no claims to any 'proper' writing methods or ways to get published.

12. How long does a scene have to be?

A: A scene can be as long as you want or as short as the following example:

INT. BATHROOM - DAY

An ELDERLY WOMAN enters the bathroom and looks at herself in the mirror. She is crying.

FEMALE VOICE (OS)
Mom, come on. Everyone's waiting to eat.

The elderly woman scowls at the mirror and exits the bathroom.

13. Do I have to attend the SADC meetings/events to be a member?

A: No. The only requirement for membership is to write one scene a day.

14. If I attend an SADC meeting, do I have to show my work?

A: No. However, all members are welcome to bring in their scenes to have them read by other members and/or read out loud by the group.

15. Can I email my work to other members for feedback?

A: Absolutely! However, the SADC cannot guarantee a response from any given member.

Resistance is a powerful monster...

Please note: The message below was sent to SADC members on September 21, prior to the creation of the SADC blog.

Resistance is a powerful monster that will stop at nothing to prevent us from writing. Don't let resistance close the doors to our club - start writing at once!

I feel it is my duty as the SADC President, to inform you that I too have been bit by the resistance monster. But I continue to fight. The last time I wrote was on September 14, until today I was in debt approx. 13 scenes. I finally wrote again today. I wrote well beyond the 13 required scenes. I realized yet again that it is key not to pressure yourself. Simply sit down and do the work. Write one scene a day. You'll be surprised to find yourself coming up with more and more ideas as you go. But it's also ok if you don't. Every moment of every day will be a different experience. And that's a good thing!

Important note: Regarding our latest SADC rule (If you miss a day, you owe 2 scenes (instead of 1) for that) - however, if you write two scenes today, it doesn't mean you can skip tomorrow - it doesn't work that way. No matter what, you must write one scene (or more) a day - we don't encourage skipping days, but we know that it happens.

Happy Writing!

Claudia :)

SADC Rules & General Guidelines

The following list is provided to help you along on your writing journey. The only rule that absolutely MUST be followed: Write at least ONE scene a day

SADC Rules & General Guidelines
(subject to change)
1. Write at least one scene each day - it can be hand written or typed and written for any medium (ie: screenplay, television, documentary, stage, commercial, novel, children's story, etc...). The scenes may or may not relate to one another.
2. Make sure to title and date each scene and keep them on file.
3. When you feel inspired, reply to the most current SADC entry on this blog with your progress, revelations, frustrations, questions and/or advice to fellow SADC members.
4. Membership is open to any and all people with an interest in becoming more creative. Simply reply to any SADC postings on this blog.
5. SADC member meetings will be organized periodically to discuss & read one another's scenes. Eventually we may choose to amalgamate all of our individual scenes or a combination of the SADC members scenes to create a feature film, tv series, etc... (membership does not require that you attend these meetings, but it is recommended).
6. When writing a scene, do not worry about quantity or quality. The only objective is to write. Eventually you will have so many scene ideas you won't know what to do with them all. Don't get overwhelmed, simply re-read Guideline #1.
7. Writing without the pressure of brilliance will give members less opportunity to resist. We are here to beat creative resistance.
8. Do not write a scene with a previous or future scene in mind. They do not have to relate. They can, but they don't have to. At this point we don't want to stilt anything.
9. Membership begins the day that you reply to any SADC blog and write your first scene.
10. If you miss a day, you owe 2 scenes (instead of 1) for that - however, if you write two scenes today, it doesn't mean you can skip tomorrow - it doesn't work that way. No matter what, you must write one scene (or more) a day - we don't encourage skipping days (but #$@% happens).
11. Just keep on writing.

Welcome to the SADC

The SADC (Scene a Day Club) was founded on September 10, 2006 by Claudia Jurt (SADC President) when she discovered that she would never write anything if she kept saying things like, "I want to write a feature, but I can't write anything until I come up with a brilliant idea - it has to really hit me first." Sound familiar? Well, I, Claudia have yet to come up with that 'brilliant' idea for a feature film. However, since starting the SADC and taking all the pressure off myself, I have written some pretty funny scenes (if I do say so myself)! Eventually, I believe that these funny scenes could turn into a series of short films, a tv series or even a feature film - anything is possible...but NO PRESSURE.

The goal of the SADC is to inspire people to write. The goal is to open up our creative selves by committing to writing one scene a day.

CURRENT MEMBERS OF SADC:
1. Claudia Jurt (as of Sep. 10, 2006)
2. Nancy Kenny (as of Sep. 10, 2006)
3. Meghanne Kessels (as of Sep. 10, 2006)
4. Stephanie Halin (as of Sep. 12, 2006)
5. Corry Burke (as of Sep. 18, 2006)
6. Steve Stransman (as of Sep.20, 2006
7. Normand Laniel (as of Sep. 22, 2006)

JOIN THE SADC FUN TODAY!!!

Happy Writing!
(or sad, angry & scared)

C :)