It’s summer and when you’re not outside enjoying the
beach or eating ice cream, you might be heading inside to cool off at a movie. Inside Out is the
new animated feature from Disney Pixar and it’s worth your time to see this
delightful film. This is no movie review, but when a story engages your
emotions, whether in a book or a film, it’s something you want to share with
others.
What’s your joy this summer? Is it a special vacation
with your family? Biking with friends? Camping under the stars? Some people may
prefer body-surfing at the beach, while others enjoy a lazy afternoon under a
tree reading a new book.
Joy comes to each of us differently, and if you see Inside Out, a part
of the film’s theme is how the feeling of joy or extreme happiness is deeply
appreciated, especially after a sad or disappointing experience.
Joy-Sadness-Joy
Write about something that brings you joy in the
summer. What makes you smile on a nice summer day?
Example: A perfect summer afternoon at a baseball game
with your favorite cousin. Expand by describing the sights, sounds, smells, and
experiences at this baseball game that help make you feel joyful.
Write about the opposite of your joyful experience.
Example: It begins to rain at the baseball game,
stopping all play, and your favorite cousin’s train is delayed and he won’t
make it after all. Expand details to show the elements of this experience,
which bring sadness.
Write how joy returns after feeling sad.
Example: Perhaps the rain stops, a rainbow appears,
and the baseball game continues. Best of all, your cousin arrives to surprise
you at the game. Write details to show how this joy is fuller now, because it’s
more appreciated after the sadness you experienced.
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