Each Wednesday I’m recording a Curiosity Journal to recap the past week. Tag words are: reading, playing, learning, reacting and writing.
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Some of you have mentioned that you’re keeping a Curiosity Journal, as well. Leave your link in the comments so that we can visit and enjoy your weekly review.
Reading
Jeff Galloway, in his book Cross-Country Running, says that the admissions director of an Ivy League university was asked for a couple of activities that would look good on an application if he or she were on the waiting list.His answer?Cross country.The director explained:
Cross country runners…have a special type of discipline and are willing to work very hard physical and mentally without receiving recognition. This combination of characteristics produced successful graduates who could handle the pressure-packed university culture. (Galloway 11)
It’s a hard sport, but keeps kids fit and develops great character. I was glad to hear that at least some people recognize and value that.
Playing
Humble, broken.
Green leaf’s fingerprint.
Glistening dew drops.
Learning
Social networking and Klout and all that? I like L.L. Barkat’s thoughts. She suggests focusing on things we love.I may not be great at social networking, but I do enjoy passing along things I’ve wondered, marveled, learned or laughed about. Sharing things I love makes sense to me. I can do that. I love doing that, actually…and I think that’s her point.L.L.’s list includes these topics: tea, French, bread, writing.What’s on your list?
Reacting
As some of the nation dealt with a freak October snow storm, we were graced with Crayola blue skies and clouds that would melt sweet against your tongue if you popped them in your mouth.
Writing
I’m pondering my social media focus modeled after L.L.’s approach—my love list, if you will. When I’m done pondering and ready to zero in, I’ll follow up with a post entitled something like, “5 Things I Love to Share, Write and Talk About.”
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Credits:Photos: Images by Ann Kroeker. All rights reserved.Book: Galloway, Jeff. Cross-Country Running. Maidenhead (UK): Meyer & Meyer Sport Ltd., 2011. Print.
I’m gonna share that cross-country quote with my kids, who just finished their season. Where has this wonderful sport been all my life? I’ve been in awe of my kids for the last two months.
I hope it gives them a vision for how great the sport is for them, building more than just endurance and great legs.
Love this idea! I definitely want to join in =)
http://www.sayable.net/2011/11/tickling.html
Lore, I love yours! Thanks for linking up!
I spent the weekend with a couple whose home is in the area impacted by the early snowstorm. Keeping our fingers crossed they got home safely!
Have you heard?
I just love these curiosity journal entries. Wish I had the discipline to do one. On the other hand, I do run. Sometimes in the country. Don’t know if that counts as “Cross”. But I too shall steal this story to shame my couch potato children. They’ll grow into it, right? I keep hoping.
Your photos are so lovely! And you do such a good job of sharing what you love.
Thanks, Laura, for your encouragement! You ARE a runner, more faithful and disciplined than I have been lately. I love your photos from your morning runs. You inspire in so many ways!
Ann, I always look forward to your curiosity journals. Thank you for writing them!
Five things I love. Oh, that’s an interesting challenge.
Our quiet little rural neighborhood. My grandchildren. Books. Writing. Coffee.
Nice. Very nice. It does help sometimes to consider the top topics about which I like to talk or tell stories.
When you share your stories, I feel like I’m there in your quiet little rural neighborhood, with a cup of coffee, discussing books and writing. With you. 🙂
Hi Ann, I just wanted to stop by and say hello and thanks for visiting my blog recently. I hope to spend a few moments here and there checking out some of your entries here. 🙂
Margaret
Would love to get to know you better, Margaret!
Love the quote from Galloway, and wholeheartedly agree. I’m looking forward to your ‘5 things’ list:)