Learn How to Use Daily Prompts

2021 is almost over, and many of us are ready for a fresh start. Life in a pandemic can feel like a grind and has left many of us (myself included) feeling unmoored from so-called “normal” existence.

In October, I bought two amaryllis bulbs. According to the photos on the box, one would produce a brilliant red flower while the other would be a crisp white. I thought they would make a lovely decoration on my mantel when they bloomed, which I assumed would be close to the holidays.

Writing, making art, or creating anything takes courage. Every time we face the page, we are accepting our own limitations and daring to make a mark in the world. It’s perfectly ordinary, but it is also perfectly brave.