Many of us are convinced that “creativity” is something for the select few: artists, musicians, those Etsy artsy with the talent (and the time) to paint, knit, and upcycle wooden pallets into herb gardens or whimsical wine racks. Feeling anything but creative, we watch from the sidelines, scrolling and pinning it on our “someday” board.

We may feel uninspired, but the truth is we are born creative. Just watch a toddler play, or dress himself, or eat. He will find a million ways to explore his world and express himself. Often with crayon. On living room walls. 

Feeling uninspired or apathetic doesn’t prove we are not creative. However, it’s a sure sign that we are running on empty. In fact, those feelings are the flashing gas light of our soul warning us to pull over and fill up. 

This is my granny's recipe for Irish Potato Cakes. Knowing the right recipe is key to creating great food, but did you realize that every great movie, novel, play, and short story also has a recipe?

​Even though they all differ, great fiction starts with the same basic ingredients.