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Wednesday Whimsy

I love whimsy, so I thought I would change my Wednesdays from Writing to Whimsy (which really means I can pretty much do whatever it is I want).

I just read something interesting about where the word Wednesday originated from.  The day is named after two gods, Mercury and Woden.  If you're saying to yourself, wtf?  You probably wouldn't be the only one.

In old English, the word  indicates that the day was named for the Germanic god Woden, also known as Odin.

In the more romantic languages the day is named after Mercury (Wednesday in Italian is Mercoledi).
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 Woden (or Odin) was like an uber god who supervised (i.e. was too lazy to do himself) the creation of the earth and sky  from the dead body of the giant, Ymir. He also created the first man and woman from an ash tree and an alder. And just to one up the rest of the gods, he also established the laws of the universe.
 
Of course we know Mercury as the  flitty little messenger of the gods, you know, the one with the wings on his helmet and sandals.  He is also the patron of science, the arts, travelers and athletes.

And of course we all know why we call Wednesday, "hump day", right?

That's all.  Have a whimsical day!  Love ya!

Megan

Tuesday Tips: Conception

How to get and remember a brilliant idea.

When an idea for a novel pops into your head, write it down, wherever you are.  I know what you're thinking.  What if I'm in church, bathroom, Dr. appointment, etc etc.  Write it down on anything as soon as humanly possible.

I carry a small notebook/notepad everywhere I go. If I get an idea, I'm always able to write it down.  I know you guys don't carry purses, so this may not be as easy for you.  Get a jotter to keep in your back pocket or coat pocket.  Or buy one of those man purses (I know, it's a satchel).

Oh, and along with that notebook, you'd better have a pen.  Otherwise the notebook is useless of course.

If you for some reason forget your notebook, write the idea down on whatever's handy, a napkin, coaster, piece of toilet paper, your hand. 

Also, keep a notebook by your bed.  You never know when that totally wonderful original concept will come to you.  Think, Stephenie Meyer.

In the beginning of my writing days, I would often have a brilliant idea, only to lose it before I got home because I had nothing to write it down on.  I've probably lost out on a best seller because of this. :)

Stay tuned next Tuesday for another writing tip.

Until tomorrow,

Megan

Monkey Madness Monday

Ok, new Monday theme.  Those of you who know me, know how much I love monkeys.  So a picture of a cute monkey followed by an update on the writing front.

So, here's the monkey:

it's so cute I can't believe it's real



And here's what's up on the writing front.  Getting close to finishing the first draft of Sad (still not sure about the name) and ordered a ton of SWAG this week.

Happy Monkey Madness Monday!!

Megan

F³A: 3rd Times a Charm

[image error] Today I'm going to court for the third time to try to get divorced.  First time I was missing a document (that could have been turned in later), second time the commissioner didn't like that I wasn't asking for child support.  I think I have everything covered this time.  I don't think I can take another rejection.
My marriage wasn't horrible, I mean, there were low points for me, but there were a lot of high points too, and there will always be a place in my heart for my husband.  Sometimes life just takes you in different directions.  I got to a point in my life where it just wasn't working for me any more.  That may sound petty, but there is much behind that statement left unsaid.  If you've been reading my blog for awhile, you probably know what that means.
I won't be celebrating this, it's not really a victory, it's just a change brought on by unexpected events.  We were married seventeen years (would be eighteen on July 2nd).  It wasn't an easy choice to make, but I felt it was one I had to.
So, here I go again.  Wish me luck.
Friday Nibbles
Random iPod shuffle song: Only Exception by Paramore
Movie of the Week: It's Kind of a Funny Story This is one of the best movies I've seen in awhile.  I rented it for research on my current work in progress.  I was pleasantly surprised.
Book of the Week:  I haven't decided what to read yet.  I've got so many books sitting on my shelf.  I think Illegal by Bettina Restrepo (who I absolutely love btw, we were fellow 2k11ers)
Quote of the Week: "We did not change as we grew older; we just became more clearly ourselves."  ~Lynn Hall

Thought Provoking Thursday: Men

[image error] Yes, I said I wasn't going to blog the rest of the week, yet here I am.

What is it with men not expressing themselves.  When they're upset, why do they keep it all bottled up?  Wouldn't it be better to talk it out?  Especially with someone they trust and who cares about them?

This drives me nuts.  Don't they know when they're all broody and upset and don't say anything we think it's about us (because we are women full of weepy emotional making estrogen)?  Sheesh, at least say, "It's not you.  It's _____________(fill in the blank)."  I'd be fine with that.

Men, tell us why you don't talk to us.  What's your damage?

Thanks to Cari's Book Blog :)

I have three new followers.

I wasn't going to be interesting this week, but I guess I will.  Starting tomorrow.  Today's a wash and I'm cranky.  Which is actually when I'm more interesting, but I've committed to being boring today.

I will warn you, I like to rant and rave mostly.  I'm trying to change the blog up a little this week, so posts for the rest of this will probably be short and sweet, but expect some fresh stuff next week *crossing fingers*

I want to thank Cari for being so loyal and full of awesomesauce, and thank all my old followers for being there and my new followers for joining.

I lost a blog follower

I guess my transition period was too much for them to take.  Come back follower!! 

I'll miss you. :)

Tuesday T: Transition

Hello followers.  I'm going to take a break the rest of the week from blogging to revamp some things.  I want to come up with some different themes as I'm tired of the ones I'm doing.  I'll probably keep the Friday Free For All, but the rest of it is kind of meh for me.

I'll take suggestions if you want to give them for my M-Thur blogs.  I just want my blog to show my personality more, and I don't think it does.

Have a great rest of the week!

Megan

Monday Morning Blahg: Battle of the Bulge

[image error] Why is it so easy to gain weight?  I've been trying for weeks to lose weight, I dropped nine pounds doing the low carb thing, and one weekend of eating a few carbs here and there and I'm practically right back where I started.

This weather isn't helping me any.  I get SO tired of exercising indoors.  When it's nice, I've been walking the Narrows Bridge, but the weather here has a constant identity crisis.  Yesterday was beautiful (I spent it doing yard work), today, rain. sigh.

I know if I want to drop the weight I'm going to have to get my ass on the elliptical, because you just can't depend on the weather here.  Seriously, I have like 30 pounds to drop. 

I guess I'd better get to work.

F³A: SWAG

I just heard what this stands for.  Stuff We All Get.  I don't know if that's for realsies, but it makes sense.  I've been ordering SWAG for the release of my upcoming novel Never Eighteen (which can be preordered by clicking on the title, by the way :).  So far I've ordered buttons (which I received in the mail yesterday, squee), and silicone bracelets and am looking into other stuff, trying to come up with some original ideas.  I pose a question to you.  What kind of SWAG do you want to get from authors?  Aside from the regular bookmarks, stickers, and such.

Also, I've got a crazy idea for book promotion once it releases.  I'm going to have to jump through some hoops to actually do it, but I'm going to try my hardest.  I may need the help of my friends. Not revealing what it is yet, I'll let you know when I figure some things out.

Happy Friday everyone, here are the nibbles.

Random Pandora song (I have no idea where my iPod is at the moment): Break Your Heart by Taio Cruz, but piano version. Not sure about the video, but I like the song. (on the One Republic station)

Movie of the week: True Grit.  I fell asleep, because I was so tired, not because the movie was boring, but I fully intend on watching it this weekend.

Book of the week: I'm between books.  A couple weeks ago I did start The Bell Jar by Sylvia Plath, so I think I'll stick with that one.

Quote of the week: "We come to love not by finding a perfect person, but by learning to see an imperfect person perfectly" ~ Sam Keen