One of the best writing exercises is a freewrite one that begins with two little words meant to trigger memories and more in your mind, both conscious and subconscious.
A freewrite exercise is simple and not time consuming. You are given a prompt or a single word. Set a timer for 10 minutes, write the prompt or word and then keep writing without stopping for the full ten minutes. Don't worry about punctuation or spelling. Don't stop to think about what you're writing. Don't worry if nothing connects or seems to make sense. Keep going until the ten minutes is up.
Marlene Cullen of The Write Spot uses wonderful prompts to help writers do this exercise. Visit her website and blog sometime. You'll find it very interesting, I'm sure.
For today's exercise, do a freewrite starting with these two words--I remember...
Give yourself free rein and see where it takes you. Have fun!
