Things You Need In Your Writing Space
I used to be a work-at-home-mom, meaning my children were in house with me as I tried to write. After I took my freelancing business to the next level, I realized it was imperative that I got some quiet time. So I sent my 4 year old to preschool three times per week, and as my older child is in 2nd grade, I eagerly anticipated my quiet writing/business time.
Well, the dog blew that.
The dog drives me nuts every day. Behaviors like chasing phantom squirrels, demanding treats, and attempting to mate with the cats have all forced me to incorporate some creative solutions to selfishly guard my writing time.
So, without further ado, obvious and not-so-obvious things you may need in your writing space.
The obvious:
- Calendar
- Scrap paper- Except you may want to save trees and jot down idea on your computer. There is a desktop notepaper widget for those who have Vista.
- Calculator- Mostly a need of freelancers, but I can see some use for other writers, too.
- MP3 player- Even my kids’ cheapo $40 MP3 player comes with a voice recorder that you can use for interviews!
- Snacks and a big ol’ glass of water- The less you get out of your seat, the less likely you are to get off track.
- Phone/cell phone- See above.
And the not so obvious, for those with challenges like mine:
- Treadmill: I have a treadmill in my office as a matter of space issues, but I adore getting on it and thinking.
- Dog whistle: For the barking, whining menace at my feet.
- Cat treats: To throw across the room when the cats attempt to lay on my keyboard.
- Child gate: Keeps your office free of dogs, cats and toddlers.
Little by little I have managed to keep my butt-in-chair hours growing!
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