Inspiration

An example of a young writer's late-night pep talk.

(Originally written on November 28, 2012)

Now what was that idea again?

Oh, yes, that one.

It’s too perfect to forget.

Quick, write it down.

What?  Did I write that?

No way.  It’s terrible!

Delete it.  No, keep it. 

It might serve helpful.

For now, just write over it.

Ugh, no ideas.

Maybe sleep will help.

Can’t stay awake anymore.

…

What was that dream I had?

It was unbelievable!

Quick, try to remember,

before it’s gone forever!

Yes, now I remember!

Time to write.

Is there enough time?

“2:00 A.M.”

Of course there’s enough time!

…

This might be the best thing I’ve ever written.

What time is it now?

“4:15 A.M.”?

My God!

Insomnia.  Again.

Maybe I should write more.

No.  Save it for tomorrow.

Or in this case, a few hours.

…

Now why did I write this?

This is not the right kind of story.

Need to change this garbage now.

No, keep it. 

Just write over it.

Might come in handy sometime.

Yes, that’s better.

Just keep it simple. 

Keep it realistic.

In fact, let’s put this aside for now.

Let’s focus on that other idea I have.

That’s coming along pretty well.

Yes, that’s a good idea.

…

Oh, my God.

I can’t believe I wrote this.

What was it, two days ago?

What was I thinking?

Delete it! 

No, keep it for now.

Just write over it.

Maybe I’ll return to it someday.

Once you write something

and delete it forever,

there’s no bringing it back.

Let’s just read through it again.

Hmm, I kind of like these ideas,

but not these. 

Those are just stupid.

…

How will I become a writer this way?

I’m so hard on myself.

I’m never satisfied with my work,

and no one’s ever seen it.

Maybe I’m not cut out to be a writer.

I’m 20 years old

and I’m not published yet.

I’ve never won a writing contest.

I don’t normally enter writing contests.

Okay.

Enough with the negativity.

You’re making yourself depressed.

Focus on something

that makes you laugh.

…

See?

You may not be too good at writing stories,

but you can write comedy!

You are a writer, just not

the type of writer people are used to.

Now what was that idea again?... 

Author's Note

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Reviews

[Deborah]

Whoa! I believe you have captured the true essence of what it takes to write. All those random thoughts, that actually turn into good ones, that end up telling a great story. Thanks for reminding me of what it takes to do what we do.