Another standard writing exercise is to pick an object and freewrite about it. Instead, pick one of the listed objects, match it with one of the following topics, set a timer for 15 minutes, and freewrite about the combination.
The objects:
- A glass mug for pessimists
- An ornate silver serving platter
- A hand-sewn dish towel
- A homemade cake decorated with birthday wishes, a single slice removed
The topics:
- Divorce
- Crime and punishment
- Wealth
- Music
For bonus points, use one of the following formats:
- A poem
- A letter to one of your parents
- A short-short story
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