One of the best pieces of writing advice I received in
college was from a published author who visited, imparting us with great
tidbits of wisdom. I specifically remember this author telling me and my fellow
writing majors that you’re only a serious author if you make a commitment to
write down your thoughts.
Message received. Take notes.
Over the years I’ve done just that. I haven’t let my
thoughts fade into the dying world of ideas. Or at least I’ve tried hard to
keep that from happening. I get my thoughts down.
Thought it would be fun to list all of the unconventional and
creative places I’ve jotted down notes throughout the years.
Receipts
Kid’s
projects
Inside books
Inside planners
Sticky notes
On my hand
Church bulletins
Journals (of
course)
Homework
Newspaper
Christmas
cards
Phone book
Concert
bulletins
Bookmarks
Flyers
Playing
cards
Bills
On magazine
articles
On the back
of photographs
Children’s
book
Inside
greeting cards
On my
business cards
On a paper
bag
And the latest place I’ve been taking notes over the past
few weeks (and one of my favorites)…
Paint swatches
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