Nov
Inspiration
It can strike at any moment. Seemingly random but perfectly legit inspiration sneaking up on people and ambushing them when they least expect it.
The other day I was out walking my cat and a small guest of wind came along. A bunch of leaves came down from the trees like a gentle but fire colored snow fall. I was completely enthralled for what seemed like an eternity but in reality was only mere seconds.
I looked down at the ground and amidst all the beautiful and perfect looking leaves I found one that called out to me. It wasn’t the deepest red or the brightest orange. It didn’t fade from one hue to next nor was it entirely whole, but it was my inspiration. That one little bedraggled leaf- more brown than gold with the corners turning up from having fallen days ago- was perfect for me.
I took it inside and saved it in plastic wrap so the kitties wouldn’t eat it and began to write. I wrote about falling stars, past memories, even a poem or two all because of that single decomposing piece of leaf.
There is so much in this world that offers inspiration. Heh, I heard a half remembered song from my childhood and started writing a short story because of it. Don’t laugh, the song was from an old anime show I used to watch when I was like 6…. yes, it was Sailor Moon. *laughs internally at self* *scolds self for laughing* *laughs harder at the insanity of scolding one’s self* *pouts*
I think I’ve had too much sugar today or mayhaps the NaNo is wreaking havoc on my brain, alas, this was a very random post indeed.
Tags: NaNoWriMo!
