True when I write my stories and get stuck I read or watch something that sparks new ideas that I can use or have a discussion with some one who is willing to put in there $0.02
The reason I learned so many languages initially (aside from wanting to earn higher notice on my college application) was the saying that "Speak to person in a language they understand, and you communicate, speak to them in their native language and you're speaking directly to their heart." (paraphrased)
Actually, the only thing that wasn't stolen at the Louvre's Apollo Gallery is the Regent Diamond, figure no one would take it because something to do with a curse.
I've also found that the two thieves were leaving for Algeria, thanks of a trace of DNA evidence recovered from a helmet and their past in burglary cases according to the police.