Perfect spots for Inspiration

Everyone seems to have a favorite spot in their house. A place you will often find them. A certain room or piece of furniture they are in on a day-to-day basis. Writers often do for a variety of reasons. Most of what they claim is true for them. Honestly, it’s whatever helps the words flow. They claim it helps with the flow of words. Or it’s a nice getaway from the day-to-day judge of the world. 

 I have two in my house. Depending on the seasons, you will find me and either one or the other. My first one you’ll find me in is on our couch next to the bay window we have. The couch is nothing. It’s dull and very used. Its dark green has little black stripes running through it. And the only pop of color is the abstract pillows on the back of it. But the imaginative things that it’s helped create. It’s just been outstanding. Sometimes it feels like I’m in my little world just sitting there. Which is the most amazing feeling.

Even when the world outside is just as amazing. It’s also the place that has given birth to my blog, multiple novels, and short stories. The only downside to the spot is it is in our living room. Which means a lot of distractions and interruptions. I cannot tell you how many times I have given up. Because I am needed or being talked to. It isn’t very pleasant but also an article for another day.

My other favorite writing spot is a two-for-one special. The atrium in which we have several chairs is my second. As well as a bench just outside of its double doors. On really warm days, I curl up on that outside bench and enjoy the flow of imagination.

On breezy, still warm days, I’m often found on one of the many chairs inside the atrium or just outside in the hammock. For those who don’t know what atriums are. Just picture a decent size room with nothing but windows on three sides. And maybe a couple on the wall connected to the house. That is an atrium, and it’s beautiful.

 Ours is full of things meant for spring and summer. From outdoor games to lawn furniture. From planting tools to barbecue pits. That room is a menagerie of warmth and happiness. My favorite spot within that room is often a wicker chair. We parked our bench in front of the double doors. There is just something about having those doors open. It makes the words I write run wild. It probably doesn’t hurt that I have a magnificent view of our front yard as well. Often complete with a view of horses in the pasture beyond the fence. The bench, though, is perfectly placed in the warmest times of the year I am so there. Soaking up the sun's rays and the inspiration that comes along. 

Trust me when I say these places are magical well to me, at least. There are a few downsides, though. Like I was saying earlier, they are messy, although the atrium is way messier. And I mean insanely almost a horde-like mess. It would make any hoarder proud to walk in. Try as I may and never stay clean for long.

 One thing I have noticed with this is you can learn a lot about people. For instance, my husband has his favorite chair in our living room. I swear it seems like he is in it almost 18-20 hours a day. He never leaves it. This tells me he values comfort. On the flip side, it points to stubbornness and pride. Much like the stinky lumpy. It shows what such an attitude can cost you. My in-laws are a different story. My mother-in-law is often on the couch. But occasionally, it can be seen in a chair doing a puzzle. This says a lot about her.

My father-in-law sits in a rocking chair during his downtime. He loves antiques, so it is no surprise, really. I love observing them on a day-to-day basis. I’m not alone in this. It’s a psychological human thing.

 If someone were to observe me, what would they say? They would probably think that I love the sun and have a wonderful cheery disposition. In all reality, it’s a way for me to keep warm. Especially since I’ve run cold 24/7 for as long as I can remember. Even in the summer, during the hottest months. Anyway, that is just part of the reason that I love my writing spots. Another one is isolation. All of them are away from the foot traffic of the house. Well, with one exception, of course. But for me, it’s worth it in the long run.

I am an introvert, so I crave isolation. I don’t always get it. But when I do is pure Bliss. Another downside to hitting those spots is that they are only accessible in good or sunny weather. For obvious reasons, of course. An atrium can get freezing in the fall and winter months. Same with the pinch outside. And I’m not one to want to sit in the snow and right.

So I usually stick to my couch for those months. It makes it hard, but at least I never get bored right. It helps me focus on my writing easier, having all these different spots.

 My challenge to you, dear reader, is simple. Step outside of yourself for a moment and observe the world around you. See the similarities of your actions. Also, those around you. And you find that compassion and understanding come in unexpected ways. And also, you can use what you have observed in others around you as a character base.

How do you think all the influential writers did it? Yes, it true that the characters they create are in their head. But from experience, I can tell you that the characters are 2D.