Dude, Where's My Muse?
Tuesday, July 31, 2007
Tag
Bailey tagged me!
Four things that should go into Room 101 and be removed from the face of the earth:
1. Telemarketers, esp. those that call before 9am and the ones that call right at dinner
2. Bad drivers, esp. the ones that talk on cell phones or weave all over the road
3. Entertainment reporters
4. Nancy Grace (argh she's so annoying the last while)
Three things people do that make you want to shake them violently:
1. Abuse animals
2. Scam people
3. Destroy good hockey teams
Two things you find yourself moaning about:
1. Lack of time
2. Money
One thing the above answers tell you about yourself:
Hmm, I'm just like everyone else with the lack of time & money bit lol
I tag: Nell, Jess & Olga :o)
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Labels: Tags
And I'm Back
Went to the last day of the fair/exhibition here and went on some rides. I think I liked the rainbow one the best, although for someone who doesn't do heights, it does go pretty high. Nothing like feeling your airborne for thirty seconds and flopping into the guy beside you. Also did the polar express where your zoomed backwards at amazing speeds. Althought getting into the ride that's tilted backwards from a sloping floor is really really awkward. Not too mention my sandals didn't grip the ground that well, so I pretty well ski'd down the slope to the ride car lol
Hit west ed on Sunday, yet again bought out old navy -- bad Lis, bad -- but hey, most everything I bought was on sale and I need to revamp some of my wardrobe anyway. And best of all, I finally found Season 1 of Criss Angel - Mindfreak. I wanted to find it last week for my dad's birthday on Saturday but every place was sold out. Finally found it. And I've watched most of it. *g* Oh well, I'll rewatch with dad. The hardships of watching Criss Angel lol
Other then that, writing didn't happen. Best bud was only in town for literally 24 hours, from pick up to drop off at the station so the muse took a vacation day. :o)
August should be a busy writing month though. I want to finish the draft of Chey's story and I'm signed up for 3 online workshops. Re-visioning your novel. One on creating believable fantasy/para worlds and the other one on high concept with I believe Lori Wilde. Looking forward to all three, but especially the first one since I think Sab needs all the help she can get.
Friday, July 27, 2007
An FYI
July 27th, 28th, and 29th at Romance Divas
Authors Attending:
Kelley Armstrong
Rachel Caine
Karen Chance
Shanna Swendson
Gena Showalter
Want to know how to write urban fantasy? Want to know how urban fantasy can range from dark to humorous? All you have to do is ask. Romance Divas is hosting a 3 day Q & A with some of the hottest names in the Urban Fantasy Genre. It will take place at the Romance Diva Forum. All are welcome. To get access to the forum you will need to register.
Thursday, July 26, 2007
Catch-up
So I cleaned up the 'office' area, okay, not so much an actual office but the area where I write. Managed to shred about a kitchen bag and a half of junk (no manuscripts, wips or story notes were harmed in the process *g*). I redid my storage system, and my first RS ms now sits in its very own bankers box. Its HUGE. Well the 4 versions of it complete with all my research is huge. But I will admit its much cleaner. Yesterday I redid my closet and tossed a few things and it looks a little better. Still have some work to do up there, but its too hot to work so I'll finish up either later tonight or tomorrow morning in the heat.
Between that, my best bud emailed and told me she's now not getting in till 6 Saturday night. So it cuts our time down a bit.
Writing wise, I got 2K down yesterday and am really, really close to hitting 50K on Cruel Summer. I mean SUPER, within 200 words close. So aiming for that tonight. When I do I'm celebrating by watching the Criss Angel episodes I taped Tuesday night. :o)
Tuesday, July 24, 2007
RWA CDs pt2
You Are More Than Enough - Blog Tour '07
She has coached countless business leaders worldwide on issues of corporate change, cultural diversity and conflict management.
Her expertise has assisted corporations and organizations such as Walt Disney Imagineering; Sony Electronics; the U. S. House of Representatives; Investec Bank; U. S. Army; BMW; Johannesburg Stock Exchange; Nestle; and Nissan Motor Corporation.As an international business leader and entrepreneur, Judi knows first hand what it takes to be successful especially amidst political, social and cultural differences. In 1991, she became a senior executive in one of South Africa’s most prestigious corporations. In 2003, Judi was named Nevada Business Person of the Year by the U. S. Business Advisory Council. She is currently President of Turning Point International, Inc., an international performance improvement consulting firm in Las Vegas, Nevada. In addition, the Las Vegas Chamber of Commerce honored her with the Woman of Achievement – Entrepreneur Award.
She has served on the Boards of Directors of the Las Vegas Chamber of Commerce Women’s Council; the World Modeling Association; the Greater Las Vegas Soroptimist; Women in Communication; and the Las Vegas Professional Speakers Association. Judi is listed in the World’s Who’s Who of Business and Professional Women; Who’s Who in Professional Speaking; and the World’s Who’s Who of Women, and was awarded the Outstanding Achievement and Community Service Award by the American Women in Radio and Television.This year Ms. Moreo received the Diamond Star Las Vegas Visionary Award.
You can visit her website at http://www.judimoreo.com/
Monday, July 23, 2007
Busy Week
So this week has all the makings of being a crazy one, but should be a fun weekend! :o)
Thursday, July 19, 2007
RWA CDs Question
Thursday 13
1. Frisco & Felicia - General Hospital 2. Sonny & Carly - General Hospital 3. Sonny & Brenda - General Hospital 4. Jake and Vicki - Another World 5. Ryan and Vicki - Another World 6. Leo and Greenlee - All My Children 7. Jax and Brenda - General Hospital 8. Tad and Dixie (early 90s) - All My Children 9. Cass and Frankie - Another World 10. Cass and Lila - Another World 11. Carl and Rachel - Another World 12. Jake and Paulina - Another World 13. Jason and Sam - General Hospital 1. Links to other Thursday Thirteens! |
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Tuesday, July 17, 2007
THE COMPLETE IDIOT'S GUIDE TO SHORT MEDITATIONS VIRTUAL BOOK TOUR ' 07
THE COMPLETE IDIOT'S GUIDE TO SHORT MEDITATIONS VIRTUAL BOOK TOUR ' 07
Join Susan Gregg, author of the non-fiction spirituality book, The Complete Idiot's Guide to Short Meditations, as she virtually tours the blogosphere in July on her first virtual book tour!
Transformation is perhaps the best word to use when describing the life of Susan Gregg. Born in New York City and moving to rural Vermont in her teens. She went from being a depressed, lonely and fearful person to a woman who lives life passionately after studying with Sister Sarita and don Miguel in the 1980s in San Diego, California.
After completing her apprenticeship, she moved to Hawaii. Her studies with a Hawaiian teacher furthered her understanding of human behavior and spirituality, changing her inner landscape and her experience of life forever.
For the last two decades she has taught thousands of people how to live in true happiness. Susan now lives on the Big Island of Hawaii where she teaches tele-classes, offers local retreats, travels around the world teaching workshops, runs an on-line discussion group called Toltecmastery and regularly produces her very popular podcast, Food for the Soul.
You can visit her website at http://www.susangregg.com/ or her blog at http://www.shortmeditations.blogspot.com/.
You can purchase A Complete Idiot's Guide to Short Meditations here
Saturday, July 14, 2007
Sweating With Sven
No I mean that oh so lovely 70 day writing challenge I signed up for. I haven't gotten that much done this week (am totally blaming the heat!) but I did get about 2 pages of notes for the novella idea after the hero recast himself and 1500 words on the YA. Once I find some nifty word count tools I'll put them over on the side.
Thursday, July 12, 2007
Thursday 13
Paige Jennifer Debbie Jennifer Bianco Elle Fredrix Kissa Jen McK (leave your link in comments, I’ll add you here!) |
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Wednesday, July 11, 2007
Left Behind...
Monday, July 09, 2007
Reminder...
Romance Divas announces the first annual "Not Going to Nationals Cyber Conference" from July 11-15, right here on the forum. Best all, it's FREE!
We'll be having workshops, Q&As, and giveaways each day. All you have to do is participate!!!!
Schedule:
July 11:
Workshop: Character Development with Sophia Shaw NEW WORKSHOP!
Q&A: TBA (either Elizabeth Larsen from the Larsen-Pomada Agency or a panel on multi-cultural romance with Deirdre Savoy and Karen Owens) NEW DATE!
July 12:
Workshop: Book Signing 101: Tips to Help Make your Signing a Success by Jackie Kessler
Q&A: Legal Issues for Writers by Amanda Brice
July 13:
Workshop: What to Expect After You Sign the Contract by Marley Gibson
Q&A: Erotic romance with Portia da Costa and Madelynne Ellis NEW DATE!
July 14:
Workshop: Writing Novellas by Sasha White
Q&A: How To Write Both YA and Adult Romance by Berta Platas
July 15:Workshop: Trim That Fatty Writing! by Rhonda Stapleton
Q&A: TBA (either with Elizabeth Larsen or with Deirdre Savoy and Karen Owens)
We also have loads of great giveaways, including books, critiques, coaching, and more!
Sunday, July 08, 2007
I'm in
Touring the blogs, I found this --
Labels: 70 Days
Attraction
WWE wrestler Carlito --
Former Bad boy turned good turned bad again. I think he's cute. And I like his voice
Wednesday, July 04, 2007
FYI - Chatting
Website: www.enchantingreviews.com
Come join the staff of Enchanting Reviews and various guests in a live chat, as they celebrate the grand opening of their suite in The Romance Galleria, on Saturday, July 7 from 11AM - 6PM est.
They will be announcing the winners of the current contest; prizes provided graciously by Whiskey Creek Torrid Press and Aphrodite's Apples.
Various door prizes will be offered throughout the day as well. Dee and other members of the Enchanting Reviews Staff will be available to answer questions about Enchanted Reviews and what their future goals are.
*Please remember if you have not joined the Romance Galleria in a while to allow time for updates to download. http://www.theroman cegalleria. com/download. html
Tuesday, July 03, 2007
Muggy
I'm not sure if its the heat or what but my brain has been in a complete fog the last few days. I even forgot what day it was today. I swore it was Wednesday when I woke up. I kid you not. I even started to write down that something in the mail today arrived Wednesday. Total brain fog. Apparently it and my muse decided to take off to the Bahamas without me. Ingrates! :O)
No big plans for the week, the Canadian long wknd is over. Writing probably will take up some time. Dad's on his last few days of holidays so probably end up running errands with him one of these days this week. Went to home depot yesterday. I want to go back to Chapters to see if the sale's still on and I need new shoes. Not a want. Its a need. I somehow managed to break the one pair of sandals (the strap may be fixable, dad's going to try and crazy glue it) and the inside's coming out of my only pair of flat sneakers. They may last the month. They may not. Can you tell i'm so NOT excited about shoe shopping? I tend to be pretty picky and I'm more comfortable in heels then flats so trying on flat sandals at this time of year when the place is going to be packed is so not my idea of fun.
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Sunday, July 01, 2007
July 1st
And the other important thing about July 1st, its free agency day in the NHL. :o) One of my favorite players, Tom Poti is now a Washington Capital (Yay for getting off the Island, boo for staying out east).
Did a little shopping yesterday. Bought books. I really need to be kept out of bookstores. At one point I had 9 books in my hand. I narrowed it down to 4 since I only had so much cash on me. Still no sightings of Suzanne's new book or Michelle's Fanged and Fabulous. But I did pick up a few I've been waiting months to get, including RISES THE NIGHT. Started the Kerrlyn Sparks I picked up, since I wanted a little 'lighter' para right now.
Anyone have any big plans for the wknd?