How big is the universe of everything that has not happened? How small, in comparison, is the map of everything that has occurred? Today, immerse yourself in the un-happened universe and write a page about things that have not happened. Perhaps they'll happen later--or never. Perhaps you long for them, or dread them. Perhaps you will write about events that violate … [Read more...] about Not Happening
Observation
What’s New
Even if you don't engage in the tradition of making (and breaking?) New Year's resolutions, new things will come into your life whether you want them or not. Write a page today about what is new in your life. Consider possessions, the ones that have come to from scavenging or shopping. Is anything about your attitude new since the last time you checked? Have you … [Read more...] about What’s New
Ready for Winter?
Autumn is sliding into winter. Cold drizzle. Mini-snowstorms. Shortening daylight. Are you ready for what's next? Write a page about what you do to get ready for winter. How do you prepare your surroundings, your toys, and your attitude? How do you make sure you will be comfortable, warm, and dry? Maybe you'll write about what you've done to get ready. Maybe … [Read more...] about Ready for Winter?
That Super-Tiny Stuff
What is dust? Where does it come from? How does it move around? What does it turn into when it's not dust anymore? Does dust annoy you? Has it ever made you sick? Does it ever come in handy? Have you ever had an experience with pixie dust, angel dust, dust bunnies, or space dust? When you dust something, do you put dust on it or take the dust off? Write a page … [Read more...] about That Super-Tiny Stuff
What is the Sky?
What is the sky made of? If something is in the sky, is it part of the sky? How far does the sky go? What is behind it? What can fall out of the sky? What can rise up into it? How would a bird, a dog, or a watermelon describe the sky? Where does the sky stop and the earth start? Is there anything in between? Fill a page with thoughts about the sky. Give … [Read more...] about What is the Sky?