Write a brief one paragraph description of each of the following items. Observe each item carefully before describing it. Try to use at least one metaphor per item. a shabby sofa (or at least one that shows some wear) a building or a park an animal a child

Sofa: There was a tear straight down the middle from where she had ripped it apart in a fit of rage. A red stain graced the armrest, telling the tale of when she had let her wrist bleed, just trying to feel something. One of the pillows was tear-stained. The sofa was a story. Just by looking at it, one could tell the story of her life. It made one wonder why no one ever noticed any sooner. Why no one had noticed until it was too late.

Park: Trees fluttered in the wind as the sun shone gently on the lake. One could see the sparkle of the sun's reflection on the lake. The lake was a mirror, reflecting anything and everything that came near it. Birds sang beautiful tunes as children laughed and played. Everything about the park was so carefree, so peaceful. It was almost as if one could come there and forget they ever had a care in the world.

Animal: In the dark, it was difficult to make out the shape of the creature. His teeth were bared as he stared straight ahead. He seemed skinnier than he ought to be, as if he hadn't had a decent meal in much too long a time. His eyes flashed red in the light of the streetlamp. He was a monster and yet, at the same time, he wasn't. Despite his appearance, he gave off an air of vulnerability. Perhaps, the dog was doing what humans did. He put on a facade so no one would ever see the real him.

Child: The girl's smile lit up the room as she ran past. She was small but powerful. Her hair was in pigtails and they flew behind her as she ran, bouncing in a manner that showed exactly what she felt. Her blue eyes danced conveying her excitement. She was a gazelle, running gracefully in the wind. She was a deer, innocent and carefree. She was an otter, playful and laughing.