Tonight, we work with a fun and thought-provoking writing prompt.
It’s called I Remember. I Don’t Remember.
First, we make two brainstorm lists—one starting each line with “I remember” and the other with “I don’t remember.”
When we brainstorm, we don’t write complete sentences. We just write short, quick thoughts that come to mind. The goal of brainstorming is to create raw material without overthinking.
This process often brings up surprises or forgotten memories, so it’s a great way to explore our experiences, even the ones we’re not quite sure we totally recall.
After you create your brainstorm lists, pick one item from either list and write the story behind it.
But always remember, the only way to do this wrong is to not do it at all!
Until next month, happy writing, everybody.
I downloaded the wrong story. Here is the right one.
I forgot to post mine. Here it is, better late than never, I hope.
I Remember
I laughed at the ending, and I’m glad you were OK in the storm.
Here’s the transcript from 1 July Write and read. Not a word is changed from last night’s scribbling. Needless to say there’s a lot of work to do on this gem, including the remainder of the story. Maybe it will be finished and polished for Open Mic Nite.
I remember the 15-second rule. I never heard anyone get away with using it, until now.
I liked seeing the brain storm lists and the start of your story. Made me chuckle. I know you’ll keep writing.
Here is my story from yesterday. I incorporate both ‘I remember’ and ‘I don’t remember’ as two juxtaposing entities in my life. I might expand it one day, but for now, this is it.
I loved your approach and the examples you used. It is easy to forget, living in this country, how good we have it.
Thank you, Dave.
I like the concept comparing then and now.
Sorry to say I never had bread that fought back.
Ha ha. If you lived in the USSR, you would. That disgusting green pea bread still gives me nightmares, but most of the bread was very tasty and good. It was not as soft as the Wonder Bread, more like an artisan kind of bread you buy in America. It was delicious, with a great crust. The problem was that it was not always available in stores.
Beautiful story, Nancy. Nice descriptions of the comic book. You used the sense of touch, and throughout the story, your love for your mom shone through. The ending tagged at the strings of my heart. I wonder if you still have the book.
This is my story from tonight.
When kids and parents are young, there is often very little time to savor a moment together. I’m glad you had that trip with your mom.
Cute Nancy. I like the line of no distractions like kittens to catch.
How sweet. A special trip with just you and your mom. Touching.
Nancy, your story took my mind close-in to your lap. The way you described, touching the smooth cover of the comic book while having the feeling of being close to your mom was emotional for me. I am inspired to ask myself if there were any special times with my own mother. I am inspired to write a list which may turn into a story. I wasn’t able to attend this Tuesday session but now I feel like I was there. Thank you for sharing this lovely and valuable story!