dailyprompt
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If there is one thing I can thank my LDS upbringing for, it’s my public speaking ability. From a young age, Mormon children practice public speaking in the form of prayer, “talks”, testimony, and lessons. By the time a Mormon reaches adulthood, they will have been had countless opportunities to speak, or sing, in front…
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Once upon a time, each year seemed to drag on. Each month feeling as separate and distinct from each other as winter as a decade. Now the year flies by in a blur of passing seasons- a kaleidoscope of changing leaves. It’s only when winter comes again, painting the landscape as white as a blank…
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I tried to keep a common place notebook. I already carry around a journal to record filled ideas, concepts, observations, and records of daily life- so why not extend that to include the inspiration I draw from others? It made sense for someone analog like me, but it didn’t work. I could never remember to…
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Once, I dreamed of being a teacher. At first, it was just because I loved school. As a kid we aren’t exposed to the realities of most professions, because we don’t see them first hand. Perhaps that’s why so many kids want to teach. It’s something they can wrap their heads around. So, if they…
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Tell us about a time when you felt out of place. Ive always felt out of place. And yet, I feel like I feel like I could find some comfort anywhere. By the time I was 21, I had moved 20 times. I lived in all sorts of conditions in my short time; from overcrowded…
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Why do you blog? I blog because I need to write. Sure, I could just write in my journal or try to publish, but the first is not enough, and the second is too much. I blog because I need to share my thoughts. Maybe that’s selfish or egotistical, but I feel the need to…
Bringing Mae Flowers 