As a reporter, I'm forced to write on deadline nearly everyday, so I can force myself to write regardless of circumstances or lack of inspiration. However, it sometimes feels like pulling teeth to do so and I don't do it with fanfic unless I really feel like I need to make some progress. Usually once I actually get writing, the inspiration will come, and it's not too bad. I'd much rather write because I'm inspired though. When my muse is on a role I can write for hours on end without taking a break. And I can write regardless of where I am or what kind of distractions are going on around me. Actually, it's much more frustrating for me to be inspired and unable to write (because I'm at work for instance) than to force myself to write without inspiration. When I'm at work or at a friend's house and I want to be writing, I'm really antsy and irritable. I'm not happy until I can get to my computer or notebook and scribble down the scene that won't leave me alone.
Annie
