Wednesday, June 9, 2010

A dedication to the places of inspiration

So I have this place right? Its a place where I do a lot of thinking, other than the shower. In fact have you ever noticed how we do a lot of thinking in the shower? Some of my ideas for writing, life and questions for God came while in the shower. Strange isn't it? But that is a different matter. Yes I have a place I like to visit, its called Starbucks. I don't know what it is about it I just like it there. Relaxing with all the noise and people talking, the music and every just carrying on with their business. It's strange that such a busy place could I offer so much relaxation and joy. While there I have written many things, some that have made it here and some that are only for "the book". Inspiration strikes at the most random of times and sometimes I can't reach Starbucks so there are other places such as the library at my school. In the lowest level you can find me often sitting on a bean bag chair (ridiculously comfortable) just chilling or even taking a nap at times. Its a quiet, secluded, comfortable place. Except during finals week. Then its more of a mausoleum. Quiet, chilled, and with despair hanging in the air. But every other time its okay. Other places are like the mini chapel we have on my campus. There though there is more prayer, reflection (either on prayer, scripture or self) or just meditation and relaxing. It is silent there and a small intimate space. One more obvious place is just being outside in the midst of everyone. Now it is strange how this all came to be. When I firs started school there were times when I would feel restless and not wanting to play video games or having no one around and no work (or at least any I actually wanted to do) I would grab a tablet of paper, my Ipod and go and walk around and see where it led me. I'd sit down and write or just sit and relax and people watch. I look back on that and see I truly enjoyed it greatly. I only wish I could keep doing that. Honestly I enjoy it and wish I could write more and in more places. SOme definite places I need to write is out in the rain, in a forest, and under the moonlight to just name a few. Until then I will keep my outside spots, my libraries and Starbucks and just sit and enjoy.

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