How are you creative?

You want to know how I’m creative? I study pigeons. Not just any pigeons, but the battle-hardened veterans who fight over a single, soggy french fry like it’s the crown jewel of fast food. It’s a spectacle of strategy and chaos. One moment, they’re circling in tight, military-style formations. The next, they’re dive-bombing each other with the precision of feathered fighter jets. The drama is epic—puffed-up chests, menacing coos, and the occasional shove that screams, ‘This fry is mine, buddy.’

From these feathered gladiators, I’ve learned the fine art of surprise attacks—like sneaking a joke into my writing when no one sees it coming. They’ve also taught me persistence. If one pigeon can stand its ground against a flock for a greasy fry, surely I can tackle a blank page without losing my cool. And let’s not forget teamwork. When I see three pigeons ganging up on a seagull twice their size, I’m reminded of the value of backup plans… and good friends. It’s all about those unexpected alliances and sudden betrayals, just like in a good story.

Their antics inspire my writing, giving me characters who fight for scraps and plot twists that hit like a pigeon swooping in from nowhere. So, if you catch me staring at a flock, don’t assume I’ve lost it. I’m just absorbing their creative genius—and maybe wondering if I, too, could steal fries with that much flair.