november 2

JOURNAL TOPIC: [today's tunes: "My Hero" by the Foo Fighters; "Heroes" by David Bowie]

Heroes are essential to humanity. Every culture throughout history has chronicled their exploits. Today their role is more important than ever; heroes inspire us to think differently, act differently, and ultimately become better versions of ourselves. Even though everyone gets the general idea of a hero, the people we admire are as individual as we are. They may have impressive personalities, intellects or physical attributes; they may be ordinary people who do  extraordinary things; they may be public or private. They may even be our friends and relatives.

Write a letter to someone you consider to be a hero. Explain to this person why s/he is heroic and tell the person how s/he has moved or inspired you.

AGENDA:
1. Journal
2. Finish Thoreau
3. Authors as heroes

POST:
When is the pen truly mightier than the sword?  When does writing -- fiction or journalism -- change the world?  When is it worth dying for?  Many authors have been rightfully acknowledged as heroes.  Find one today and post about him or her.  (Title: MY AUTHOR, MY HERO)