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This beats my finger-tapping …

July 19, 2011 by Patricia Sands 4 Comments

It’s raining here this morning for about the fifth time in two months so I really can’t complain. In fact, it’s very refreshing.

My problem is this. The always inspiring view I normally lock into when I’m at my trusty Mac writing is completely covered in cloud. As I was sitting here, chin in hand, fingers tapping aimlessly, awaiting some sort of profound or even just kind of … hopefully … um, interesting thought to break through my momentary block, I remembered this clip a friend sent me a while ago.

Time for a break. I poured  myself a big glass of Orangina and watched the video three times. Click here to watch it and prepare to smile. How do they do that? And not laugh? I sure couldn’t, could you?

But then I had a thought … and I’m ready to get back to my writing. Maybe it was the Orangina.

What works for you when you need to take a short break from whatever you are doing?

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About Patricia Sands

Family, writing and travel are my passions ... okay, and chocolate ... and I'm seldom without a camera. I write women's fiction and keep in touch with readers by a monthly newsletter that also has giveaways and contests. Come and join us by signing up on the right. See you there!

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  1. Naomi Bulger says

    July 21, 2011 at 12:37 pm

    Blimey! My knuckles hurt vicariously! When I need some serious recharge / inspiration, I go to a gallery and wander around with my headphones in. I have a specific set of albums I listen to, and somehow the experience always relaxes and re-energises my brain. Possibly not as fun as tap-dancing with my hands, though…

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    • patriciasands says

      July 21, 2011 at 12:47 pm

      LOL – I even wondered if it was computer enhanced the first time I saw it. It looks like you have found a great combination for inspiration with art and music. Fun is all relative! Write on! (And thanks for commenting.)

      Reply
  2. Angela OrlowskiPeart says

    July 21, 2011 at 1:40 pm

    I love how well they are choreographed! Thank you for sharing, Patricia!

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    • patriciasands says

      July 21, 2011 at 5:51 pm

      I wonder how many “takes” were required? Thanks for commenting!

      Reply

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