Invigorating

I have often been guilty of avoiding the creative works of others for the sake of preventing any unwanted corruption of my own ideas. I had forgotten how invigorating it can be to participate in the creative process with someone else. I have done so recently, and I now remember how much I can enjoy it. In fact, I used the word "invigorating" for a very pointed reason: it has inspired me to pursue my own writing with some more seriousness.

That doesn't happen every day.

Also, I think I will participate in the Nanowrimo this year. More details to come if I do.