Episode Seven: On the Road Again

As previously mentioned I am making a trip out of state for a friend's wedding.  I am looking forward to seeing old friends again but absolutely dreading the length of the drive each way.  One may ponder what beauties may grace me through my leisurely drive...

Once again, Photo Editor is Amazing.  This is an old cell phone photo I took.

Unfortunately I'll be driving through Illinois and Indiana- so I'm a bit skeptical on what will be in the way of scenery.

For me I love the feeling of freedom instilled in me when I cruise along the highway.  It's a little like having wings and taking to the air.  Ahead there is only possibility and escape from the routine of my life.  Granted- seven hours may be a bit excessive, I'm not looking forward to this aspect of my trip.

 I once had a Theater History professor, a very knowledgeable woman and a fantastic orator, discuss the concept of breaking routine.  Maybe this is the allure behind Ferris Bueller's Day Off- we are drawn into the question of what would we do if we could just be free from our routine for a day.

Routine is not without its merits, on some level humans need a level of auto-pilot to function.  Routines allow us to do things quickly, orderly, and without much thought.  However, when we break the routine we awake from the spell of automation and suddenly sense the world around us, vivid, interactive, and alive.

My challenge of the day to you, dear readers, is that you break your routine somehow- be allowed to take a detour from the daily drudgery.  Let me know if you have any interesting outcomes: amandamercutio@gmail.com