Past Prompts

We hear a lot about inequality today, and rightly so. Differences in race, gender, economic status, and culture can lead to differences in access—to healthcare, employment, technology, education, and much more. Some people have advantages and others are left behind. Think back … were you aware of privilege and disadvantage growing up? How did this affect you and those you knew? What has or hasn’t changed since then? Share your Inequality stories forward. Start Writing Read Stories

Pet peeves are small annoyances that bother you every time they occur — in fact, they drive you crazy. While some are not important enough to say or do anything about, others prompt action. Examples might include loud chewing, talking during movies, or misusing apostrophes, but there are countless others. Think back … what were your pet peeves when you were young? What are they now? Share your pet peeves stories forward. Start Writing Read Stories

Pixie, bob, blunt, shag; mohawk, crew cut, buzz cut, fade. Haircuts can be routine, or they can signal a change, even a new lease on life. In any event, having your hair cut puts you in a vulnerable situation. Each of us has probably, at some point in our life, walked into a salon or barber shop for a trim and walked out feeling butchered. Think back…what was your most memorable haircut experience? Share your haircuts stories forward. Start Writing Read Stories

The year 2020 upended our lives in ways no one could have predicted. From virtual connection (Zoom, Skype, and FaceTime), to face masks (cloth, surgical, and N95), to vaccines (Pfizer and Moderna), we have adjusted and coped in many ways. Think back … on the pandemic anniversary and about this unforgettable year. What has changed? What has frustrated you or made you anxious? What has given you gratitude and hope? Share your One Year of the Pandemic stories forward. Start Writing Read Stories

We grew up with catchy advertising jingles and slogans, from wondering where the yellow went, to asking does she or doesn't she. Whether or not they affected our buying choices, they were a part of our lives. Think back … what jingles or slogans from your youth were most memorable to you, and why? Has the golden age of advertising passed, or have recent years brought equally significant jingles or slogans? Share your advertising jingles and slogans stories forward. Start Writing Read Stories