May 14, 2026

The Search for the Ideal Writing Spot by Steph Beth Nickel



 

a coffeeshop 

i wish

but the espresso machine

the buzz of conversation

the bell that sounds

every. single. time

the door opens

nope

not a coffeeshop

<sigh>


the park

i should be walking

i should be taking photos

i should have worn

bug spray

sunscreen

a hat

nope

not the park

<double sigh>


my desk

nonexistent

happens in the midst of renos

 in its place

couch that needs replacing

multipurpose couch

reading nook

dining area

location for napping


for now

the couch is it

my makeshift writing spot

ideal

far from it

but workable

temporary

a spot

to be grateful for


but maybe

just maybe

i'll give the coffeeshop

or even the park

another try


how about you



Steph Beth Nickel is the former Editor of FellowScript and the current InScribe Contest Coordinator. Steph is an editor and author and plans to relocate to Saskatchewan from Ontario to be close to family in this year or next. (Headshot Photo Credit: Jaime Mellor Photography)



2 comments:

  1. Ooh, it's challenging to write in the midst of a renovation. Ask me how I know. The perfect writing spot can be elusive at the best of times. Thank you for sharing, Steph, and I hope you find that sweet spot in the midst of all the upheaval.

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  2. Writing in the midst of any upheaval, including renovations, has its many challenges. I add my wishes along with Lorrie that you'll find that sweet right spot. And I hope you'll scoop out a bit of time for a visit to a coffee shop or nearby park area. Thanks, Steph, for finding the time to write this post--I enjoyed it very much.

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