Reflect on a time when you paused to appreciate the beauty of nature, much like the speaker in “Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening.” Where were you, what did you notice, and how did that moment of stillness make you feel or change your perspective?

Prompt Response: I was riding my bike through a local canyon trail when I spontaneously decided to pull over and stop by the creek. I turned off my music and noticed the sound of water running over smooth stones and the smell of wet moss and pine needles. The quiet stillness felt immediate and deep, a sharp contrast to the constant noise and rush of the school week. In that brief, silent pause, I felt a calming clarity that helped reset my focus and energy. Like the traveler in the poem, I realized the world doesn't always have to rush, and taking a moment to simply observe is vital before continuing my journey.

Summary: We read a poem, then started a one-pager.

Reflection: Being one with nature can be very beneficial.