i'd like to start up a group - "Narratives" - need people to agree

[Tab]

My mother had written an interesting essay on her life during WWII, and I had posted it here. I've since been thinking a lot about recording memories, as I grow older, and would like to create some repository for such things. They could be from WWII, or from 2005 - doesn't matter.

To start a group, I need some people to agree, and beyond that, would need some to contribute.

Anyone willing?

(and a K&R would help to at least get this to where it can be noticed and acted upon)

[bluestateguy]

1. I'll sign on on one condition

It sounds like a fine idea, but think of something else to call it other than "narratives".

That word is like fingers on a chalkboard to me. I hear it enough from the pundits and the bobbleheads on the news channels.

[nuxvomica]

5. What about "Oral History"?

Even though it's written and not spoken, I think the term still covers it. Oral histories are personal recollections of the past from the viewpoint of ordinary people.

[Tab]

7. Whatever for the name - itt's the concept.

If y'all are up for it, it can fly. i think i need 10 signatories.

and a shift key.

i don't think y'all can help me with the shift key, but for the concept, that'd be great..\

[baby_mouse]

9. I empathise but disagree

Annoying as it is (and it is), I think it's actually a nice, accurate word, also. I love/hate it.

[terip64]

2. I'd sign on...K&R

[woo me with science]

3. If it were reserved for historically/politically relevant stories, I'm all for it.

I think it could be very interesting. But if it becomes a place for narcissists to talk about themselves, no. We do not need an Oprah forum for endless childhood reminiscences or recovered memories of abuse.

[IDemo]

4. Sounds good, but good luck in trying to get a group approved

Case in point-> http://www.democraticunderground.com/discuss/duboard.php?az=view_all&address=389x3629205

[LWolf]

6. Sounds interesting enough to pursue.

I'd describe what you have in mind a little more fully.

[On the Road]

8. I'll Sign On

I love oral histories, and I might have some bits to contribute.

(As long as it omits the kind that start "I just went went to the grocery store and ran into a disgusting freeper....")

Not a bad idea. To many threads are composed of ill-thought-out one-liners with no sense of history.

[Tab]

10. Kicking (can't recommend, 'cause it's mine )

anyone else?

[Avalux]

11. I'm interested. Have a lot of stories from my grandparents.

Send me the details of what you want to do in a PM. :hi:

[Tab]

12. I have to reroute this thread over - please repost if you did originally

I didn't recall the formal requirements, such as making a mission statement, etc.

Could I trouble you to convert your support to the other thread?

Thanks

Here she be:

http://www.democraticunderground.com/discuss/duboard.php?az=show_mesg&forum=389&topic_id=3681446&mesg_id=3681446


- t