Musings from a middle school reading specialist. I encourage my students to read, talk, write, and have fun!
I parent two amazing young-adult daughters with my husband of 30+ years.

March 6, 2016

Pizza of Life Doodle #SOL16 6/31

It's the annual Slice of Life Story Challenge!
Read other slices, join our community of writers at
Yesterday I wrote about my new Sharpie pens, drawing pad and inspiration from Carrie.  I got SO much encouragement, so I started my doodle in the car on the way to my in-laws for dinner.  When we returned home, I added some finishing touches.  

For my first piece in the Slice of Life Challenge started, I wrote about slices, and how I encourage my students to create a pizza of their life for writing inspiration.  I decided my doodle would be an overview pizza of my life.  Now I think I'll make some "personal pan pizzas" of some of the slices for my next doodles.

How did I feel about doodling?  It was so much fun, but I think I need more pens!  The Sharpie pens come in five-packs, and I need some bolder colors.  (Oh darn, a trip to the office supply store, SQUEE!)

May my doodle inspire you to jump into something new and be brave.  Sure, there's lots of bumpy lines and mistakes, but that's what doodling is all about!


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12 comments:

  1. AnonymousMarch 6, 2016 at 6:28 PM

    That is a very fun and creative idea. I will have to try that some time.

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  2. AnonymousMarch 6, 2016 at 6:28 PM

    That is a very fun and creative idea. I will have to try that some time.

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  3. LynnMarch 6, 2016 at 6:38 PM

    Good job Chris!! But did you have to say pizza?! ;-))) xoxo

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  4. Amy RuddMarch 6, 2016 at 6:41 PM

    I love the idea of having a pizza slice for inspiration and ideas on what you want to do or write about!

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  5. Holly WrightMarch 6, 2016 at 6:41 PM

    Love it! This is the second post I've read about doodling. I wonder if this is a message for me to start doodling! I might just have to give a go!

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  6. Holly WrightMarch 6, 2016 at 6:41 PM

    Love it! This is the second post I've read about doodling. I wonder if this is a message for me to start doodling! I might just have to give a go!

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  7. Michelle LiMarch 6, 2016 at 6:49 PM

    Ha, most of my teacher friends love office supplies as much as you do. This is a great doodle of writing territories!

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  8. MichelleMarch 6, 2016 at 7:37 PM

    Love the doodles! So creative, fun and stress relieving!!!!

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  9. Kris ShrontzMarch 6, 2016 at 7:49 PM

    Looks like a lot of fun and what a great way to brainstorm writing ideas or plan a piece. I used to do mind mapping which is very similar and that was a fun way to organize ideas too. And you can use sharpies! Bonus!

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  10. JudyMarch 6, 2016 at 9:14 PM

    So glad you jumped in and started to doodle.lots of good ideas will come from your creativity.have fun

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  11. AnonymousMarch 6, 2016 at 9:22 PM

    I love your doodles! And Yes! You NEED more pens. And Mr. Sketch scented markers! I can't wait to try this idea. Thanks for the inspiration!

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  12. MariaMarch 6, 2016 at 9:59 PM

    LOVE!!!!
    Thanks so much for sharing! That took a LOT of courage! I can't wait to see what else you'll come up with!

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