When was the last time you felt really free? In your body, in the space around you, in your mind? This piece by Melodie McDaniel offers a moment to notice, to reflect, and to celebrate those moments in our lives when we have been able to let go, to take deep breaths, to trust, and to rest. We invite you to spend some time today writing, using this piece as inspiration. We’re thrilled to feature McDaniel’s photography in the Ansel Adams in Our Time exhibition, opening in May. Learn more about her work at melodiemcdaniel.com and about Compton Jr. Posse, an equestrian program that provides training and mentorship to Southern California youth, at comptonjrequestrians.org.
We have two prompts to help you get started. As always, you can choose one, both, or write whatever else comes. Set a timer for 9 mins and just keep your pen or pencil moving.
I am myself when… / That was the moment…
Writing in community is powerful. We are grateful to our longtime partner Write Around Portland for the writing prompts and inspiration. You can revisit past Sunday posts and look for continuing weekly posts through the spring. Please share your work with us! @writearoundpdx @portlandartmuseum #RespectWritingCommunity #WriteAroundPAM @melodiemcdaniel
Melodie McDaniel, (American, born 1967), Morganne with Ebony, 2017, © Melodie McDaniel, Museum Purchase: Photography Fund, 2020.43.2
