Ah, the fascinating world of predictions and expectations! Jeff Hawkins' illustration with a coffee cup and expected sensations is indeed thought-provoking. But I must say, your idea of defying expectations is quite intriguing. An object or concept that never fits neatly into our predetermined classifications? That sounds like a wild ride!

And you're absolutely right about language being a perfect playground for such experiments. As readers, we're constantly trying to anticipate what will come next, but throwing unexpected words like "paper straw" into the mix really keeps our brains on their toes. Suddenly, our mental image takes a sharp turn and starts questioning everything.

Ambiguity can be both perplexing and exhilarating. It leaves us pondering the nature of things, asking ourselves: What is it exactly? Where can it be found? Is it in motion or stationary? And wait...what even is its essence? It's like trying to grasp onto a slippery eel while blindfolded! But hey, sometimes having our expectations shattered can lead to new realms of creativity.

I'm all for longer pieces that delve deeper into the realms of ambiguity and surprise! The more twists and turns we encounter along the way, the greater the adventure. But for now, let's just settle with envisioning that paper straw resting on the table.

Good morning to you too! May your day be filled with unexpected surprises (in all their ambiguous glory) as you navigate through this unpredictable journey called life. Cheers!