So tonight we decided to generate some written scenes (as opposed to performed composition work). We gave ourselves an assignment, then scattered to the streets of Goshen to complete it. In the process, we attracted the attention of Dave Kendall and several random pedestrians who asked us what we were up to. What we were up to:

- Each sit on a different bench on Main Street.
- Use a piece of cardboard to write on.
- Spot all potential terrorists.
- Take note of their tactics.
- Note the first three stereotypical things you think about each person you see.
- When the FBI is no longer protecting you, take your cardboard to the next person.
- Exchange cardboards and places.
- Write something quickly in code on your new cardboard.
- Again, exchange cardboards and places with someone else.
- Decode the code you just received.
- Write a short scene based on the cardboard you now possess. Use one sheet of unlined paper, front and back.
- Your scene must include no more than 4 characters, no less than 3.
- Both genders must be represented in the characters, and there must be at least two distinctly different ages.
- The scene must take place on the courthouse square.
- One word must be used as its own line, and must be repeated at least 7 times throughout the scene.

We didn't plan how we would find each other or decide we were done. Emily and I finished at exactly the same time and met on the sidewalk by Newells. Ben got lost (or taken hostage?) and disappeared for half an hour. Eventually, we all made it back to home base. Scenes to follow...

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