Chance Needs to Be There

"It's important for me to have some element of chance or surprise when I'm doing (my art)."

- Josh Brand from an episode of Arts & Minds

I completely agree with this thought. I don't like to plan out every single detail of any endeavor, whether it be writing, teaching a lesson, or a vacation. I need to let things unfold as they will. I am often surprised at how things work out, for the best.

Of course, I do have a plan before I set out. Sometimes, however, it is only the bare bones of one so that element of chance or surprise can perform its wonders.