1. Tell your Life Story… In (just) Six Words!

2. Legend has it… Ernest Hemingway was challenged to write a short story in six words… His version? For sale: Baby shoes; never worn.For sale: Baby shoes; never worn.

3. Never really finished anything, except cake. ~Carletta Perkins Not quite what I was planning. ~Summer Grimes

4. Danced in fields of infinite possibilities. ~Deepak Chopra Brought it to a boil, often. ~Mario Batali

5. Revenge is living well, without you. ~Joyce Carol Oates Secret of life. Marry an Italian. ~Nora Ephron

6. I managed not to destroy anything. ~Tucker Frazier Without me, it is just aweso. ~Chris Madigan

7. Read a book; smarter than yesterday. ~Kelly Gallagher Never been happier in my life. ~Mrs. Marzullo Caution: Often trips over own feet. ~Ms. Felty

8. 6 word memoirs have become so popular lately that there is a website dedicated to them. Several books have been published, including one written entirely by teens called I Can’t Keep My Own Secrets.

9. Lost myself for popular kids’ approval. ~Kimberly G. Me plus brother equals total disaster. ~Zachary M. I never got my Hogwarts letter. ~Deanna H. They screamed “nobody.” I believed them. ~Andrew C.

10. Things to Consider Be Original -- Do Not copy a saying or a phraseBe Original -- Do Not copy a saying or a phrase Be Thoughtful – Give more than “I like rainbows and pretty butterflies.” or “Playing sports is my entire life.”Be Thoughtful – Give more than “I like rainbows and pretty butterflies.” or “Playing sports is my entire life.” Be Creative – Your six words should reflect who you are/your life experience. In addition, your presentation should also reflect your words.Be Creative – Your six words should reflect who you are/your life experience. In addition, your presentation should also reflect your words.

11. Have Fun!!!!!!

12. Unanticipated paths led to tremendous opportunities.Unanticipated paths led to tremendous opportunities. Ms. FeltyMs. Felty