Writing Drabble
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garnigalThis came from a conversation at WriterCon about the annoying places inspiration strikes. It certainly doesn't happen when you sit down in front of your computer!
Writing
He felt foolish standing in the checkout line surrounded by hyperactive children and harried mothers.
Even the store itself was intimidating. Parking spots were reserved for everyone except him. The racket was incredible and children ran everywhere, paying no attention to anything in their path. He wondered how their parents could keep an eye on their progeny, until he realized that the parents didn’t care about their children’s antics and bad behaviour.
Despite the unpleasant ambiance, Giles persevered. Leaving Toys ‘R’ Us with his bag clutched tight, he was satisfied. Inspiration would never catch him unprepared in the shower again.
Writing
He felt foolish standing in the checkout line surrounded by hyperactive children and harried mothers.
Even the store itself was intimidating. Parking spots were reserved for everyone except him. The racket was incredible and children ran everywhere, paying no attention to anything in their path. He wondered how their parents could keep an eye on their progeny, until he realized that the parents didn’t care about their children’s antics and bad behaviour.
Despite the unpleasant ambiance, Giles persevered. Leaving Toys ‘R’ Us with his bag clutched tight, he was satisfied. Inspiration would never catch him unprepared in the shower again.
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