In Search of Inspiration.

Hi there.
I have been using Premiere Pro for 6-7 years now, editing other people footage.
I would like to be able to create a showreel using footage that I have shot myself and then edited together with Premiere Pro and After Effects.
My problem is that when I have a blank canvass my imagination does not get going.
I am asking you guys what inspires you when you start creating a short film?  Or can you suggest any ideas for where to start.  I need to start creating my own showreel to be able to show people what I am capable of.
Thank you.

OK ok I confess....I have been editing adult videos for the past 7 years, making trailers, and full length edits. I now want to get more mainstream work as my children are getting older and it is difficult to work with their little eyes starting to be more inquisitive. I am looking for ideas of what I can shoot and make some short movies on the fly. I have always been told what to include and what not to include in the adult biz, so now I am struggling to come up with ideas of how to promote my skills to mainsteam agents.  The only equipment I have is a DVD camcorder and a tripod.

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