Month: December 2013

About Me – Revisions, Because I Edit Things
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About Me – Revisions, Because I Edit Things

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Thanks to advice from fellow blogger Daniel Dow, I realized I was skimping y’all on my “About Me” page!  Can you believe I didn’t even have a photo of myself for any unsuspecting visitor to judge?! 😛 (Jk, Jk…heh).  Hopefully what’s there now provides better insight on my background in editing, writing, and why I… Continue reading About Me – Revisions, Because I Edit Things

Ever hear a song in an Invented Language that you LIKED?
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Ever hear a song in an Invented Language that you LIKED?

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One of my literary and spiritual heroes, Robert Stikmanz, recorded this lovely, haunting song of a poem I wrote that he transliterated into his invented language, Dvarsh. The poem, “Rush,” or “G’Teoksh.” is featured in the guidebook we co-authored, The Way It Grows: An Introduction to Dvarsh.  Copies are still available through Confabule.com and Amazon.… Continue reading Ever hear a song in an Invented Language that you LIKED?

Writing Resolutions that Stick for 2014
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Writing Resolutions that Stick for 2014

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The New Year’s just around the corner, and that means you’re probably adding “make more time for writing” to your list of resolutions.  There’s a reason resolutions don’t stick around, and I’ll tell you why: they need more glue! (aka: a connection to the REASON the resolution was made in the first place.) I’ll break… Continue reading Writing Resolutions that Stick for 2014

The Throat Chakra – An Open Door
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The Throat Chakra – An Open Door

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So, my own throat chakra feels a bit tight, and I’m panicking. The throat chakra is the place of free, fearless self-expression.  When open, it hums.  When closed, it squeaks.  It’s the 5th chakra, and it’s no coincidence that the number 5 in Tarot is taut with complexities.  Adventure, freedom, openness, breakthroughs.  Chaos, destruction, imbalance,… Continue reading The Throat Chakra – An Open Door

dive for dreams… (e.e.)
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dive for dreams… (e.e.)

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dive for dreams or a slogan may topple you (trees are their roots and wind is wind) trust your heart if the seas catch fire (and live by love though the stars walk backward) honour the past but welcome the future (and dance your death away at the wedding) never mind a world with its… Continue reading dive for dreams… (e.e.)

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Staying Present While the Writing’s Half-Formed

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The words don’t always form, but their meanings might.  It’s like watching a scene without hearing.  You make sense of what you can, with what you’re given, straining harder to see what’s right in front of you.  The funny part?  It’s when the senses are withdrawn that all components of your story join together.  Breathe,… Continue reading Staying Present While the Writing’s Half-Formed

Ad Opportunity on Polished Pear Creative!
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Ad Opportunity on Polished Pear Creative!

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Bloggers interested in promotion that provides greater visibility within and expansion of your online community:  I will begin allowing advertisements on my page at affordable monthly rates. Please see my “Press Material” page to see if you would be a good fit.  If your product or service does not fit within the specified qualifications, e-mail me.… Continue reading Ad Opportunity on Polished Pear Creative!

25 Affirmations for Every Writer
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25 Affirmations for Every Writer

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I clearly express myself. My voice matters. I read because it makes me better. I nourish my writing, my mind and my body. I trust my instincts. I go where I fear. I write what is hard. By expressing myself clearly, I am free. Someone will love my work. I love my work. I am… Continue reading 25 Affirmations for Every Writer