Writers are observers (among many other talents). We absorb what is going on around us, not only for ideas, but also to add to our bank of human interaction and struggle. How do you observe? People–watching at a café while innocently sipping a pumpkin latte? Being the quiet one at a party so you can [...]
HOW do the cards reveal in-depth character for the writer to explore? Cartomancy (reading playing cards) uses Astrology as well as Numerology. Even if you don’t believe in or understand Astrology, there is something to be said for the fact that each of the seven main planets represents a facet of human behavior. Mercury represents [...]
I have a confession. I haven’t been writing…in almost a year! And now I know exactly how writers who are employed full time in a day job, or are busy moms, feel when they don’t get the time to write. As creatives, not getting the time to release what we need to express makes [...]
Today’s writing prompt is brought to you by the: 7 of Hearts Second chances were unheard of in this situation…..
“You can’t see the forest through the trees.” It’s true. Many times we’re blinded by what is really going on because of what we choose to see. So if you’re using the cards to gain perspective on a situation, how can you interpret the cards meaning if it doesn’t seem to fit? Case in [...]
How do you gain insight when….you feel you have to make sacrifices (as an artist) for love? Or work, or kids, or friends? Brought to you by the: Jack of Hearts Are you married? Single? In a relationship? A parent? An employee? Do you feel like you’re making some sacrifices in your artists’ life? Unless [...]
Since this is my “first” MuseMancing Notes post, I’d like to explain a bit…. MuseMancing Notes are just tidbits of ideas and thoughts on life as a MuseMancer (my own term for creative living with 53 Muses) It might be an aha! moment to share, or things I’m pondering or just some cool stuff to [...]
Welcome to the Writers Meet n Greet! Today’s discussion is brought to you by the 9 of diamonds! (Why of course I’d present the topic via a card!) The question being discussed today (as presented to you, writer, by the 9 of diamonds) is: Are your dreams as a creative writer in need [...]
I hear this comment a lot: “I’d give up if I didn’t have a writing group.” It can be a very lonely gig and hard to stay motivated without support and encouragement. Thank goodness for the internet and blogosphere! We can reach out and meet many other writers! But, that can be overwhelming as well. [...]
Writers, did you know? What One Card Can Reveal About Your Character Writers, did you know that you can pull a card and have it reveal aspects of how your character behaves and functions? It is a unique way to create a character and to know the inner workings before you start writing, [...]
