lasting leavings

Nov 04, 2011 13:37

You know that you're an abstract thinker when you learn that the prompt is "coprolite (fossilized animal dung)" and the first thing that comes to mind is "What if all the impact I leave is in my byproducts ( Read more... )

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baxaphobia November 4 2011, 18:36:39 UTC
I think that's all we can ask for. smile

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basric November 4 2011, 23:48:01 UTC
A very nice post.

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whipchick November 5 2011, 07:53:18 UTC
Thoughtful and thought-provoking! Do you have a personal mission for your life? I ask because when I was working with a coach, one of the things we came up with was a "mission" so I can look at new projects I take on and see if they suit the mission. Your writing reminds me of that process.

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noodledays November 6 2011, 02:03:55 UTC
it's great when you get those chances to interact and learn more about someone and/or yourself like that.

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vaguelyclear November 6 2011, 23:09:56 UTC
An interesting take. I don't think I've ever considered what I'd be leaving behind, but you've got me considering it now.

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whirlgig November 7 2011, 14:56:25 UTC
I really really love the beginning of this, it had so much in it in so few words. The conversation was a lovely way to tie everything together. Great job.

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