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Follow Your Dreams

Dear Thursday,

Today you were amazing.
I had an excellent day. Something changed between last night and this morning. I felt blissful, optimistic and extremely positive. I'm going to change the layout of the blog today. As a writer, I wanted to tell you the realness of it. Confessions and all.

You probably heard this before. People say it a lot. Follow your dreams. Achieve your goals. Never give up. Keep going. It's true. Why would you want to slog away every day at work then slump down to whatever Netflix had for you to watch?

Something to live for. Hope. Expectations and the glimmer of a better life.

Follow your dreams. Never give up.

I'm writing this after editing 2 chapters. It doesn't seem like much, but compared to the last few days, that's 1 more chapter. A step forward. Hopefully in the right direction.

In this notebook, I give myself a goal that I try to meet. A number of chapters to edit and I try to achieve it. I would say at first I did really well, then nothing. I reminded myself about my goals and ambitions. From that day, any extra chapter I did was a bonus. Another step forward towards my dream. 
What is your dream?If you're a writer like me, it's important to keep track of your accomplishments. One foot in front of another. A step closer to your dream.
I hope today's blog has helped you in any way to get you moving towards your life's ambitions. You dream, because nobody is going to do it for you.
Good Night.
Wonder Woman.XXX

State of Mind

Dear Wednesday,
You were a good day.
After I snoozed my alarms a thousand times, I got ready for work. And I ran out of foundation. Yup. I don't wear it every day. It was unexpected. I really wanted my highlighter to pop. Never mind. Typical camel day. That's what I call a hump day.
Work:
I was in a very positive and optimistic mood. I smiled and worked away to Classic FM which always helped to sooth my anxiety.
Lunch Break: I had a classic meal deal and listened to Reply All. It's a podcast about stories from the internet. If you love crisps, you must try spicy sriracha from walkers. It's really good.
Home: I danced for 30 mins to really upbeat dance music in my undies. I was feeling really happy and grateful. It was so much fun and great exercise. I only hope that the neighbours haven't seen me. 
Summer Snack: 0
Podcast watched: I watched a lady called Emily Fletcher on Vishen. She talked about meditation and how it affects the brain, body and our wellbeing. I watched the Skinny Confidential on the Ed Mylett Show as well as a lady called Jasmine Star. She's a photographer. It's amazing how much she's accomplished.
Books read/listened: 0
Chapters Edited: 1
Writing: 2 pages handwritten. 
Apparently, today is the New Black Super Moon. I wrote down my intentions and created a quantum notebook. You heard it. I got the idea from Charlie "Rocket" Jabley. He is so amazing. Check him out on Instagram. He writes down what he wants to accomplish/happen/manifest in his quantum notebook of possibilities with his magic pen or wand. He shows how to do it on his stories and recent post.
I'm going to shower and go to bed. I hope you have a good new moon and sleep well tonight.
Wonder Woman
XXX

Almost Rain

Dear Tuesday,

You were alright today.
Tuesdays are my Mondays. Which meant that I didn't want to get out of bed when my three alarms annoyingly woke me up earlier than I wanted to get up. I snoozed and snoozed until the feel of my dirty hair pulled me towards the bathroom. An hour later, I stumbled onto the bus and apologised to the bus driver. Why? Why do I do this? I half fell in front of him and then apologised about it. Then he didn't process my ticket properly so he had to do it again. Sounds like a Monday. I'm not whining. I didn't hurt myself. I didn't pay twice. This is my confession. A confession of a writer living in a real world.

Last week I attempted to journal. It was alright. I liked it. But I missed the blog. Confessions and all. So today, I decided to actually use it as a blog and tell you about my day. Whoever you are. I hope you had a great day. Anyway, back to today.

Work:
When I got to work, the familiar flutters of anxiety turned into full on boxing gloves. I breathed deeply and reminded myself to take the day hour by hour. I turned the radio on and tried to enjoy the breakfast show on Radio 1. Feeling more irritated than when I got there, I pushed the forward button and stopped at Classic FM. It felt MARVELOUS! My body calmed down and I got to work.

Lunch Break: Epic coffee and halloumi wrap from Leon's. I listened to Mysterious Universe podcast. Episode 22.04 was interesting, hilarious and fascinating. I cackled several times like a hyena. It was an epic 30 mins.

Home: I arrived late but thankful to have survived and somewhat enjoyed the day.

Summer Snack: 1 Magnum ice cream. Delicious and the last one in the freezer.

Podcast watched: The Ed Mylett Show. Break Mental Barriers episode with David Goggins. A very inspiring, brave and strong man. I highly recommend this episode. It's on YouTube. Gary Vee Episode - I'm not sure - but it's called Trust That You're on the Right Path | Meeting with Lauren Sanderson. A good one too.
The School of Greatness with Lewis Howes. His guest was Mark Sisson. This man just doesn't stop innovating and creating even when he started his 1st business at age 47. A fascinating person.

Books read/listened: Becoming Michelle Obama on Audible. Two chapters.

Chapters Edited (Sisters of the Moon): 1

Writing: 1 page handwritten

I guess it was a good day. No major dramas. No melt downs. No mishaps. I give it 3 stars *** out of 5.
I hope yours was a good one too. Sleep well and sweet dreams.

Wonder Woman
XXX

Sisters Of The Moon

I was thrilled when I finished writing Sisters of the Moon. It took me four years on and off to complete it. There are a myriad of reasons why it took so long. Then I recently finished editing it first round. To keep myself in check, I updated my progress on Instagram. It added an element of fun. Here are several photos of what I uploaded.














This week, my main focus is to complete editing it. It's going to be tough, I know it, but it has to get done. I'm very excited to get it ready for submissions. Thinking about that makes me feel really nervous. Part of it is fear of rejection and part of it is getting an agent-for real. I'm really excited to continue writing Keepers of the Crypt. The last book in the trilogy. The end of an era. As time goes by I seem to crave these characters and really love the stories. I hope you do to.
Have a good day.
Wonder Woman XXXX

Wednesday Ramble: I finished the book!

I finished writing Sisters Of The Moon! Yeay! 😁
So what's next?

And so the editing begins. I find it boring sometimes almost torturous, but then I loose myself in it, seriously enjoying it.

I started writing the third book in the trilogy #TheMoonChronicles yesterday. Beginnings, endings, change. Just like life, writing these books have their ups and downs, tragedies, romances, grudges. I do find that revenge is easier in fiction. 😂

I am feeling somewhat uneasy and scared about the querying process. If you're a writer, you'll know that this is the next step after editing. I've had so many rejections on my first two books, although most of them were positive. I am nervous. I know that 2019 is my year and that I will get there a lot sooner than later. It's a feeling in my soul.

Alright, I'm ending my Wednesday Ramble. Have a good hump day or as I like saying, camel day.

Good Night,

Wonder Woman XXX 💜 💜 💜

Valentine's Day 2019

It's V Day again. 
The one day of the year where you show your girlfriend/boyfriend/wife/husband/soulmate/partner how much you love them and appreciate them. For a lot of people it's the only day of the year when someone feels special/loved/appreciated.  It's sad. There are 365 days in the year where they could feel so loved. I'll spare you the time and rant.
Life is short. Love whomever you find yourself with. One day they won't be there. If you have trouble loving them, love you. Love you for their sake. Love you for your sake. I love you ❤Love,
Wonder Woman XXX   

Valentine's Day 2019

It's V Day again. 💘
The one day of the year where you show your girlfriend/boyfriend/wife/husband/soulmate/partner how much you love them and appreciate them. Maybe you splurged on a beautiful bouquet of roses, a bottle of wine or their favourite chocolate. 🌷🍷🍫

For a lot of people it's the only day of the year when someone feels special/loved/appreciated other than their birthday or anniversary. It's sad. There are 365 days in the year where they could feel so loved.

I'll spare you the time and rant.
Life is short. Love whomever you find yourself with. One day they won't be there. If you have trouble loving them, love you. 💝

Love you for their sake. Love you for your sake.

I love you ❤

Love,

Wonder Woman XXX 💜 💜 💜

P.S. Happy Galentine's Day 🍸

Thoughts On: Body Image

As a person living on planet earth, I can't ignore the fact that we are sold pretty much everything by either a man or a woman who is thin and attractive. 

We know that sex sells and we can't help noticing those abs in a commercial or a nude woman selling perfume.

Sitting on the bus on the way to work, I can't help but notice that on posters, it's only models or the hottest celebrity that are used to sell the latest serum or lipstick. I'm not the first person to notice these things or talk about them.

Although fashion has progressed in some way and we have plus models on runways, we still have a long way to go to show kids that they are perfect just the way they are.

Fitness is great. Promoting a positive message to men and women when it comes to their health is what we need. My main issue is when we women compare each other, our bodies and speed of weight loss; this also includes new mothers. Why is there so much pressure for them to lose weight? And so fast?

I really hope we continue to love each other and support each other. Empathy and compassion go a long way.

Love,
Wonder Woman XXX 💜 💜 💜

Thoughts On: Judgement

Today is the first day of February and a snow day. I've been thinking of my friends and how we all judge each other. I've observed their reactions to different situations and all the gossip about people we don't get along with. Do we really know each other?
I've been working on myself and my spirituality, and had to catch myself from comparing myself to others. It is so easy to do.
I also found myself judging another person without knowing the whole picture.

Why do we do that to ourselves?

This is one of those things that if you keep digging, you'll find yourself at the bottom of a deep pit. We are each other, and if we see each other with love and compassion, we've started something big, something life changing.

Love,
Wonder Woman XXX 💜 💜 💜

January 3 2019

Hello! It's Thursday! Which means it's Gym Day for me. 🏃
What are you up to today?

Yesterday was a very interesting writing day. I wrote1k words. The creatures are in even more danger and there was a plot twist. 🙅
One of the bad guys has been killed. He was one of the Blacks. Eva, Cecelia and Magdalene. The latter 2 are part of the Sisters of the Moon. Daniel's father Hadrian is suspected of some serious thing. Won't tell you what! The adventure continues. 📝

Here is what I'm grateful for today.
1. Warm blankets.
2. Clean drinking water.
3. The heating.
4. Music.
5. Wolley hats.

What are you grateful for today?
🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟

Love,
Wonder Woman XXX 💜 💜 💜