Writing at Alchemist Coffee Project

My main New Year’s resolution was to write. Because of my workaholic lifestyle, I don’t write on a regular schedule, which is always a problem come Jan. 1. But this year I desperately want to reach my goal by cutting back on other activities and fighting for focus. One way to stay on track: write at cafes.

Not an original concept, indie cafes provide the environment I need to see other people working on projects while sipping exotic teas. 

This holiday weekend, I chose to head to Alchemist Coffee Project within walking distance from my home. I ordered a savory peach peony tea and sat in the crowded cafe with my laptop. With the only seat left by the window producing loads of sunlight, I sat down with the solar energy radiating on me to rein in my focus. 

It worked. Along with the rainbow setting across my keyboard from the sunlight mixing with the bronze fixtures, I rewrote the first chapter of my mermaid young adult novel and reread and reworked parts of the 18,000-word document. It took four hours. I had stopped writing it in September because my focus dissipated into other projects that didn’t progress.

When I sit at these quiet places, things get done. And I need more things to get done this year, so I’ll be going on more low-key adventures.