A good memory, a bad memory, small, neutral, interesting, scary, or life-altering—Surprise! Write about what that word conjures.
If it’s a memory, write as descriptively as you can—what did surprise feel like then?—and reflect on the impact of that surprise. Maybe it’s the daily surprise of your partner’s love that comes to mind, or a surprising direction your life has taken, or a time you were surprised at new information or an event.
Or, your mind might be drawn to write about ideas: the concept and many kinds of surprise, the role of surprise in humor, or the tension between surprise and expectation in life.
Have fun! At least 30 minutes on this! :)