When Did You Know?

Summary

Alison Tennent invites readers to participate in a writing prompt about the personal realization of death, inspired by Auden Wright's work, and encourages tagging her in their responses.

Abstract

The article titled "The Authentic Eclectic — A Writing Prompt" presents a reflective prompt to the readers, asking "When Did You Know What Death Was?" and "What Did That Mean For You?" Alison Tennent, the author, shares that she was inspired by a piece from Auden Wright named "Now That You Know" and has crafted her own memoir titled "When You Know" in response. She extends this inspiration to her audience, inviting them to explore their own memories and understanding of death, and to share their stories by tagging her or sending an email if they encounter Medium's notification glitch. Tennent also provides a link for readers to upgrade their Medium membership, supporting her and other writers. The prompt is open to all, with a specific callout to several individuals, and Tennent assures that non-participation will not offend her.

Opinions

Alison Tennent values personal reflection and storytelling, as evidenced by her engagement with writing prompts and memoir writing.
She acknowledges the influence of other writers, such as Auden Wright, in sparking her creativity and inspiring her work.
Tennent is open and inclusive, encouraging participation from a broad audience and ensuring accessibility by providing alternative contact methods due to platform glitches.
She is supportive of the writing community, promoting full membership to Medium as a means to financially support herself and other writers.
Tennent maintains a friendly and engaging tone, emphasizing that the writing prompt is for enjoyment and connection, not an obligation.

What about you? When did you know death was death?

Perhaps you’ve already written about it and would like to drop a link in the comments. Perhaps you’re interested in the writing prompt.

I’m tagging a few friends who might be interested. And I’m not saying we’re not friends if I didn’t tag you, my memory for names is quite, quite appalling.

But whether tagged or not, if you do choose to write about this prompt, please tag me in your finished piece so I don’t miss it. And if I still don’t reply, because of the current Medium Glitch, you can always email me.

As always, I’m never offended if you choose not to participate :)

Alison Tennent, Queensland, Australia, November 2021 Copyright Alison Tennent 2021, all rights reserved. Scottish by birth, upbringing and bloodline, Australian by citizenship. If you’re reading this anywhere but The Garrulous Glaswegian or Medium, this work may have been plagiarized.

The Authentic Eclectic — A Writing Prompt

When Did You Know?

When Did You Know What Death Was?

When Did You Know What Death Was? What Did That Mean For You?

Now That You Know

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When You Know

When Did You Realise?

What about you? When did you know death was death?

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