After a period of intense "running around," whether it be from work, play or simply life in general, I feel that I need some quiet time.  For me, quiet time is not being plopped in front of the television (though I do enjoy a good plopping), or relaxing with friends, but truly some quiet time.  I like to divest my environment of people, things to do, technology and distractions.  This little break from "the real world" is enough for me to recharge my battery and come back to work and play refreshed and renewed.  Like the picture that is the header of this website  and the photo cover of my book, I like to have some time simply to look off in the distance and allow my mind to wander and my body to rest.  Usually, it is during these times that the greatest inspirations have the "space" to enter my mind and leave an impression in my consciousness.