Tayari's Blog: If You Get into Breadloaf As A Waiter

Posted by TayariJones on May 28, 2007 06:56 PM
Filed under The Writing Life

Take it. I have known a couple of folks who have, in the past, been offered waitstaff position were insulted enough to refuse the offer. I can completely understand that reaction. It sounds crazy. Go to Vermont to a writers conference and they want you to wait tables? Isn't that like being a servant???

But really, it's not like that. The waitstaff are thought to be the shining stars of the conference. They give a special reading and are often brought back the next year to serve on social staff or in other plum positions. So don't freak out. Say yes.

OK. Really. I must finish packing.

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Comment #1, by cheryl miner [TypeKey Profile Page]

I have my fingers crossed as I await Tuesday's mail delivery. I would be the grass at Breadloaf....I have no problem waiting tables.

May 28, 2007 08:35 PM

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