It turns out that the fun of the game has very little to do with where it is played. Once you are in the game, it just doesn’t’ make that much difference whether you are on a rough outdoor court or on a shiny gym floor. The game resides in the players, and not the court.
When have you had fun under less than ideal circumstances?
“It is a wholesome and necessary thing for us to turn again to the earth and in the contemplation of her beauties to know the sense of wonder and humility.”
― Rachel Carson
What in nature inspires in you a sense of wonder and humility?
You could see the purple chalk as broken. Or you could see it as being ready for multiple children to enjoy.
What do you see as a feature that most of the world sees as a bug?
“As you grow up, always tell the truth, do no harm to others, and don’t think you are the most important being on earth. Rich or poor, you then can look anyone in the eye and say, ‘I’m probably no better than you, but I’m certainly your equal.”
― Harper Lee
What good advice did you get growing up?
Whether your Christmas is an all-out production, a small celebration, or not really your holiday, there is room in this day for a small sweet spot of joy, a gentle moment of open-heartedness, a mouthful of delight.
What is one small joy from your Christmas?
