Today's class started with a chat of the two conferences on Friday (Women's and Logging) and the news highlights of the weekend. This was then followed by a summary of last Friday's activities (Gambling).
Moving into the activities of the week, we began looking at a writing assignment focusing on "meaninful scenes."
Meaningful Scenes
This writing assignment is an attempt to attach significance to small part of the world that surrounds us. By focusing on a single “detail,” we can extend thoughts until they apply to the larger “picture.” The weeds pushing their way up between the cracks of the sidewalk can be an example of struggle, nature’s perseverance to reclaim what was originally hers. A line of ants stretching down a length of wood can be a source for reflections on human philosophy and behavior: Is a life dedicated to a social, collective goal, better than one pursuing individual ones? Is it within human nature to ignore personal identity for the creation of a greater good?
This writing is an attempt to use a common sight in our lives and go beyond what is obvious and common. It is a chance to show our individuality in thinking- the path our thoughts can take when sparked by a seemingly ordinary image. Be creative, anything can have significance!
There are two basic sections of this writing assignment:
1. A description of the setting- what you are looking at
2. Your extending thoughts- what it means
• Approximately 250 words in length
We finished the class by addressing some issues with writing- showing, not telling.
HOMEWORK: come to class tomorrow with an idea for the "meaningful scene" writing.
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