Since 1380, oral and written storytelling (i.e.: myths, fables, and folklore) have started in dreamlike surreal fashion. The phrase is universal in a cadre of countries around the world, always appearing at the ‘beginnings’, in an array of equivalents, capturing the imagination of generations, bygone and yet to come. Storytelling, whether written, verbal, or via entertainment, is an educational method, process, and/or evolution.
Chinese traditions believe, “If you are thinking one year ahead, you plant rice. If you are thinking ten years ahead, you plant trees. If you are thinking one hundred years, you educate people.”
The movie, Once Upon a Time, was based on Norman Corwin’s satirical radio play, “My Client Curley”, and is an engaging bit of whimsy, completely dominated by the main character’s personality; noteworthy intentions for this retail (ad) venture of Leisure Pursuits, Entertainment, and Smiles.
There is no beginning or end. Yesterday is history. Tomorrow is a mystery. Today is a gift.
