The Monkeys Are Running The Zoo

Sometimes I find myself way behind the times. I struggle to keep up with technology, often find myself “discovering” fashion trends 6 months after they are current, and it was just a few months ago that I found out what on earth “planking” is. (If you don’t know, google it.) 

Recently, I found myself behind the times once again when I discovered a project that has been trending on the internet for years and has become a “global phenomenon”.  Apparently, I must not be on the distribution list for memos regarding global phenomenons, because I am only finding out about this now. However, I am proudly and bravely stepping directly into the trend – possibly late to the game – but it can’t be said that I never showed up.

Anyway, in November 2006, SMITH Magazine asked their readers to submit their Six-Word Memoirs which are simply a way of summing up your day, your philosophy, your outlook, or your life in a matter of six words. Since then, the storytelling has continued on blogs, in books, at corporate retreats, and among friends throughout the world.

So here is my challenge to you (we’ll start small – save the full life analysis for when we’ve had a bit more practice)…how would you describe your day today in one six-word story?  My daily six-word memoir is the title of this blog, “The Monkeys Are Running The Zoo”.  Trust me, I could certainly expand on why this sums up my day but I’ll leave that for another time. 

I’m curious about your day and how you would sum it up in 6 words?  Leave your “Six-Word Memoir” in the comments area below and have fun!!!