Airport Inspiration

If you are looking for writing inspiration, pause the next time you take a flight. I know you're in a rush to be on time to your plane and that irritated, begrudged feel towards all the hassle easily overtakes. But take a moment and let the thrill of adventure flow through your veins even if you've done this a thousand times before. Open your eyes and observe. Acknowledge the hundreds of stories, the protagonists, antagonists, and supporters walking by. Observe the little girl running off the plane, squealing with delight to embrace her sister. Wonder how long they've been apart and why. Observe the mother with her daughters, walking wearily off. Watch the father rolling his baggage, carrying his young son on one. Observe the young man exit confidently and the young couple lovingly. Ask yourself who they are. Ask from where they come and to where they go and why. Observe the greetings and partings. Note whether they seem to be familiar or foreign. See some come off with loads of baggage and some that come with none. Ask if, why, where, and when. Perhaps you'll find a story waiting for you. Even if you never do, remember what you see and hear, because maybe if your character finds themselves here like you, they can experience all of it, too.