Minnie Remembers was first published in 1974 in the monthly magazine, Alive Now! published by The Upper Room in Nashville, Tennessee. It was next reprinted in the book, “IMAGES: Women in Transition” celebrating the year of the woman in 1976. Here it was discovered by Kay Henderson, a producer for United Methodist Communications and film rights were obtained from the author, Donna Swanson. Released in 1977, it was awarded the Golden Eagle award for screenwriting and a book was authorized by the Upper Room to take advantage of the popularity of the poem. The book, Mind Song, is currently out of print although copies may be found used on Amazon Books.
A copy of the film, Minnie Remembers, may be ordered from the url listed below.
csolomon@umcom.org ECUFilm
Minnie Remembers has been reprinted in most religious publications and many secular ones as well as over twenty-five books. It can be found in Heart Song by Swanson on Amazon Kindle books and will featured in a trilogy, Splinters of Light, to be published shortly.
A caligraphy print of the poem, superimposed over a picture of the original ‘Minnie” can be ordered from the author at 289W 300N, Williamsport, IN 47993.
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Donna, just a note to let you know how much I continue to appreciate your poem. My mother, Arzella Kay Wheeler, aka Kay Henderson, Producer, was so touched during filming I still remember the emotion. Thank you again for all the memories!
Brian T. Henderson
Nashville, TN
Why thank you, Brian,
I remember the day of filming I was privileged to watch and meeting all those who were working on the film. Your mother was a gracious host. I’m still writing and what little success I’ve had has been as a result of Minnie!