Write sentences that have the form: “If _____, I will thank_____ for _____.” In the first blank describe something that hasn't happened, but could. Or might. Even if it would take a miracle. Finish the sentence by describing who you would thank for their part in what occurred. You can thank other people, inanimate objects and invisible forces. You can thank … [Read more...] about If It Happens…
Why Should You?
Draw a vertical line to divide the page in two halves, left and right. Write the letters of the alphabet down the left side of the page. For each letter, write down a thing that you "should" do that begins with that letter. Read over the list. Use it as a springboard for ideas to write about on the other side of the page. In the right-hand column, write about things that … [Read more...] about Why Should You?
Put a Pillow Under It
Many pillows soften things--the seat of a chair, where you lay your head at night. Their purpose is to assist with ease and healing. Cartoon heaven is built upon clouds that look like pillows. Wedding rings and royal crowns are often delivered on pillows. (But not pizzas.) Write about pillows, real and imaginary. What is it like to put a pillow under a sore foot? Do … [Read more...] about Put a Pillow Under It
Sleep Habits
We spend a significant percentage of nearly every day asleep. Write about what sleeping is like for you. Many of us have habits and rituals that surround sleeping. How do you prepare for sleep? How do you emerge into wakefulness? What are you aware of while sleeping? Have others told you about things you do while asleep that you are not aware of? How do you manage … [Read more...] about Sleep Habits
Where’s the Fire?
Write about the fires in your life. The ones that make light and heat. The ones that give your body energy to move and thoughts to think. What shines? What glows? What has a blinding light? What burns in a fiery personality? What makes the spark in a fiery exchange? Unless everything is dark and stone-cold frozen, there has to be a fire somewhere. Notice the fires … [Read more...] about Where’s the Fire?