*simplicity
*complexities
*layers
*a song
*motion pictures
*fiction, good or not
*others' success, ideas
*beauty
*revulsion, because still, there is beauty
*God
*a man's love
*the heart of a child
*my own frustration
*support from others
*merely a word
*visual prompts
*color, or lack thereof
*warmth, or none
*expectation
*a dream
and so much more.
By what are you inspired?
Painting by Donna Downey, picture of which was found on her blog. I'm inspired by her, too.
I love to be inspired!!!
ReplyDeleteA few things that inspire me,
songs
pictures
nature
Wow, these are some very inspiring words. As a writer, inspiration is everything. I go through this on a daily basis being a writer myself.
ReplyDeletePractically everything on your list inspires me! I'm learning to live in the moment so that I don't miss the little things.
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God
Music
Reading
Great post. Here are some of mine:
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music
movies
a brand new novel
photos
my son
strange newspaper articles
Might sound strange but I'm inspired by competition. I enjoy the challenge of submitting. That's my primary motivation. Without its spark, I peter out creatively.
ReplyDeleteI know this probably sounds a little weird, but in writing I'm inspired by J.J. Abrams. (Alias, Lost). Every time I see something he's done, it just sparks all kinds of creative energy for me.
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symbolism
trusted friends and family
Jesus
music
Happy Friday,
Wendy
I love that image. :)
ReplyDeleteI'm inspired by cool design, the love of a parents (especially men) for their child(ren), and cool rainy days.
Pretty, pretty blog look! I'm inspired by the hope of the future.
ReplyDeleteI think I'm inspired by your new blog look! I love it. it's very pretty and uplifting, kinda Springy.
ReplyDeleteHope you have a great weekend!
-FringeGirl
Nature
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My kids
Have good weekend.
I definitely second your "visual prompts" inspiration. They are the source of much of my blog posts. I'm inspired too by words always, by others' accomplishments, by possibility! Have an inspiring weekend :)
ReplyDeleteThat read like poetry, Janna. Very nice! *Looks around* And I LOVE the new look!
ReplyDeleteInteresting list. Some I agree with you on. Freedom is a big one for me. Seeing people and situations set free! :O)
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sharp smells of the seasons
and most of what's on your list! :)
I'm inspired by creativity, of which you are the princess.
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A baby's laughter
Kittens on the bedspread
blooms bursting through the snow
Restaurant menus--ahahahaa!
Lots of things inspire me...relationships, nature, music and creation!
ReplyDeletethese are all great.
ReplyDeletefor me, music, other stories (great or not, sometimes i can find something that sparks an idea), and sometimes other things i've written give me a little boost.
I like your layers inspiration! That inspires me a lot!!!
ReplyDeleteI'm inspired by warm weather. I wish some would come soon. :)
I'm inspired by the fact that you always have 20+ comments to every post!! You're awesome, girl.
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God
my kids
my husband
music
well written books
people watching
And I love the new bloggy design! Very Springy!
Today, it's been talking to others about their stories and ideas. I did heart-to-heart coaching this morning at the national Story Circle Network Conference. So much fun to hear what others are doing and to be able to answer questions.
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Straight From Hel
Hmmm. You! :0)
ReplyDeleteAnd nature, above everything else.
Chocolate. My daughter's smiles and laughter. My friends. My families. Great writers, great books. Nature. God's love and grace. My talent.
ReplyDeleteI think I'm most inspired by music. It moves me to explore all kinds of emotions.
ReplyDeleteYou inspire me to think outside the box. There are many others, but insight into scripture, and lessons in everyday life.
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art
:)
Existence and being alive is enough to inspire me. :) Great blog entry. Hope you are well
ReplyDeleteSome of my favorites:
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reading and fireplaces
my darling kiddos
coffee
pets
daffodils
weekends
fresh snowfall
The Word of God, which bridges time and space to shake my insides
ReplyDeleteMusic--all types, from Gregorian chants to rap
All the genres of humanities: painting, sculpture, architecture, drama, literature, dance, film
Oh wow--you hit almost all of them. I think I am inspired by other's stories:)
ReplyDeletesong lyrics, Bible verses, my son's laugh, my husband's smile, a quirky stranger.... Oh, lots of things!
ReplyDeleteHi Janna -
ReplyDeleteThe scriptures
Unexpected kindnesses
Flowers
A baby's giggle
These are a few of the things that inspire me.
Blessings,
Susan :)
Great list. Gorgeous picture. Love your new background. I'm feeling inspired just having been here today.
ReplyDeleteWonderful inspirations!
ReplyDeleteI'm inspired by music, movies, and beautiful sights and experiences.
Great inspiration here! I'm inspired so often by a beautiful song, a powerful image, the ordinary, watching the ups and downs of a relationship. If your open to it, it's amazing to see where inspiration is waiting.
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