I love reading, I love writing, and I love to read and write. Reading is one of my favorite pastimes, but it's not the only thing I enjoy. I also want to write and journal. Writing is a way for me to process my feelings and thoughts. Sometimes I write stories or poems that I never share with anyone else, but often I write in my journal. Journaling allows me to reflect on the day, week, month, and year. Writing helps me release my stress and think about what's happening in my life. Reading is a form of escape for me because it allows me to escape into a world where I am the protagonist. Walking through the grocery store, I noticed an older man sitting on a bench. He was dressed in a suit with a hat and looked out of place. I approached him and said hello, but he didn't notice me. I got closer and saw that he had a newspaper with him. I put my hand on his shoulder and asked him if he needed help. He looked at me and replied, "I'm trying to tell you to be a producer rather than a consumer." It took me a moment to figure out his meaning, but I finally understood. yasir