Monday, October 29, 2012
Angelic Forecast from Volcano ~ October 29, 2012
Weekly Angelic Forecast from Volcano
Straight from the Carnal Cherub himself...
Angelic Forecast ~ #217
This week, Warring Clashes between the Dragon of Good and the dragon of evil will take over the entirety of the planet. Meanwhile, the golden radiance of the Divine Awakening becomes a superstorm saturating humanity and Mother Earth.
Now it arrives ~ The Full Frontal Attack Against GOODNESS. This will be against anyone of good heart and soul -- against anyone and everyone who regularly helps others, and performs GOOD deeds in the community.
To overcome, beware of these anti-humans. Prepare to take them on by using wisdom and smarts. Then take care by standing together against any kind of unjust assault.
For, it is the good in all of us, and the good caring acts we do that will eventually end these Orwellian times.
On the personal front, the challenges are likely to mount up this week. Riding out the storm of events, no matter what they are, is the key. In the midst of the dark storm there will be a surprise, or an opportunity, of sheer and magnificent beauty -- the very stuff dreams are made out of. Grab hold.
This week is also about invoking your inner goddess and god, or your divine self, to gain full strength for the difficult times ahead. THEY, the bankster gangster minions, are coming to plunder whatever remains of the wealth you have accumulated for you and your loved ones.
Look for strategies outside the box to fool these crooks, and keep what you have. It's past time to outwit the cabal of international bankers, these psychopaths who would ruin us all.
Also, this week, romance is heavily in the air. Connect from the heart with someone special -- that someone who lights you up, and fires all of your jets.
On the AWAKENING front, Singing to Bring in the Aquarian Age ~ the frequency of the human voice in song, is one key to overcoming the current darkness, and bringing about a golden age. For, the power of singing and music, both individually and in groups, is one magickal tool of the new age. Know that this means EVERYONE SINGING, not only those with 'good' voices.
On the paranormal front, Halloween 2012 is a high spiritual opportunity for those who are awake and aware. A sacred door opens inside all of us at this magickal time of Samhain.
This magick within us, will be greatly enhanced as Earth vibrationally touches the majestic, pulsing heart of our galaxy. The time is here to take advantage of knowing yourself at this level. The time is here to 'catapult into the consciousness' of rebirth and ascension.
As well, from a prior forecast: "...project Blue Beam is back on the drawing board, which is a plan to use a fake alien attack as a way to control 'the people' and bring in a one world government. However, this IS NOT an absolute." UPDATE: a subtler use of 'Aliens' to frighten the people is being brought forth using the news media, big entertainment media, and a cadre of dis-info agents.
On the economic front, a crazy mishmash of events will be happening, all designed to stall a total collapse, and keep the dollar afloat for now. As well, the banks will continue to deny large withdrawals of cash, while making all sorts of excuses that, in essence, make no sense -- if logical thought is used.
Meanwhile, significant gains are being made in the emerging world of trade and barter. Of course, the corp-gov will make every effort to shut down those who are most successful. However, the more communities come together and buy/trade with each other, the faster a 'real' recovery will happen for ALL.
Of significance also, the coming superstorms, land changes, and the war fronts all over the world, are being used to 'hide' the seriousness of the Currency Wars that now rage between many nations.
Also, from the previous forecast: During the next three months, more of the bankster gangsters will be exposed for what they are, remorseless serial killers of society, of all that is GOOD. In the coming weeks, more of the people will realize it's either 'renaissance or ruin'.
On the truth front, the dragon of truth spirals around the dragon of deceit crushing, destroying -- seeking the final victory. Know there will be several TRUTHS revealed this week, truths that will shake humanity to its core.
For, *Real* history returns to haunt humanity during these end/beginning times. The lies told for age upon age crumble, soon to become dust in the wind. Watch for it, and embrace what resonates with you.
However, the 'revelations' of this week, and the ones forthcoming, will be countered with an onslaught of lies, and every attempt will be made to bury most of them again.
Out of this ongoing battle between Good and evil, humanity will likely become more schizophrenic and divided. It will be the establishment zombies versus the renaissance renegades.
On the war front, the dark-siders fan the flames of war, and brutal conflict spreads like a fast-growing cancer across the planet. Also, the threatened use of nuclear weapons -- already in use on a small scale -- will be ramped up to scare the people, and keep them in a non-ending state of fear.
For, the soulless ones believe this will bring about mindless obedience. It won't.
For the next ten days, there will be several major moves on the grand chessboard of war, with Russia taking the lead on the world stage.
On the home front, currently a *purge* of the GOOD US military men and women -- occurring for a long time now -- is accelerating. Therefore, troops who will fight Americans are replacing them.
As well, with the demonization of veterans taking place, if you know any good-hearted veterans, now is the time to bring them into your 'circle' of friends and acquaintances. For, likely their knowledge and assistance will make the difference in the future, your future.
On the food front, as GM/GMO frankenfoods are exposed, the great rejection by the people begins. More and more, boycotts against BIG AGRA and the BIG FOOD companies will take hold, sweeping across the country.
Growing and buying local will become the norm. Thus, food co-ops and small mom and pop businesses like specialty bakeries, are the new economic opportunities.
On the land changes front, volcanic activity goes quantum during the next several months. The ocean heats up in key areas, in part, because of underwater volcanoes, and giant flows of magma.
More superstorms will batter the coastlines across the world, and earthquakes increase significantly. Two more large quakes are due within the next three weeks. And the Louisiana sinkhole continues to expand, threatening the New Orleans area.
Angels Aren't Playing This HAARP ~ From last week's forecast: "And currently, there are indications that the HAARP array in Alaska is targeting the eastern half of the US." FOLLOW UP: In a later report, the highest ever recorded levels of energy from the Alaska array, were centered around two eastern states.
On the energy front, as always a complicated picture of bad versus GOOD. If you have knowledge about how to reconfigure a car engine's computer so it can be run on water, please spread that knowledge underground as fast as possible.
On the really bad news front, FEMA's Zombie Apocalypse is here, and ratcheting up fast. On top of this, the corp-gov's Catch 22 scenario will now be used against the people.
If you don't prepare you'll be blamed, and any FEMA assistance will be at a high price, or will be denied. If you do dare to prepare, you will be considered a prepper, and extreme preppers are now designated to be 'terrorists' by the military. Good sacred luck to one and all.
Remember: Practices, such as storing and preserving food, were normally done by our ancestors as the way to survive. After all, big box stores didn't exist, and might not be accessible in the future -- for example during a major winter storm.
On the good news front, the people are wising up, and taking action to protect themselves and their loved ones. Never underestimate the will and the power of the people at this point in history. It is the stuff of MIRACLES.
On the freedom front, now comes the accelerated use of propaganda to denigrate and demonize many social groups. However, the love of liberty will unite a lot of us, despite this endless media brainwashing.
As freedom soars like the phoenix within the soul of humanity, many of the people will realize now is the time to exercise their rights, or lose them forever.
Trendwise, now comes the rise of the Sheriff's posse. In many areas, these white-hats will become the protectors of the people. This is a movement that will not and cannot be stopped.
As well, even with the winter season upon us, mass migration from the major cities begins. This will happen because of ongoing catastrophes, and the new horror of looting, brought about by the collapsing economy.
Meanwhile, Heaven on Earth will be the mystical and magical goal of THOSE who love humanity and the Mother Earth.
This week, heart energy, LOVE, is the sweet currency that will serve you best.
Angelic blessings from Volcano & Sedona
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MORE...Volcano’s Angelic Forecast for this week ~ sirenbookstrand.blogspot.com ~
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Savanna
Savanna Kougar ~ Run on the Wild Side of Romance ~
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Thursday, October 25, 2012
Fun With Prompts
Here’s a fun game to fire up the writing juices when you find yourself blocked. Flip through a magazine or Internet sites, find an intriguing photo, and write a flash scene about it. If you’re in a writing group, everybody can join in. We’ve done this a couple of times over at Shapeshifter Seductions. One picture, five writers, five completely different entertaining stories, lots of happy readers. Wins all around.
I found the above picture in a Yahoo story on prize-winning wildlife photography. The panicked baby gazelle was being used as a teaching tool by a mama cheetah for her less-than-expert offspring. One suggestion from Savanna later, and I’ve got today’s blog:
Oh cud, LeeAnn thought as she pelted over the veldt with the Chodo brothers in hot pursuit. Damn horny cat boys. You couldn’t even go to the water hole without some blasted sack of hormones on legs trying to run you down.
She was faster than they, but just barely. The Chodos had just gone through an adolescent growth spurt and hadn’t gained full control of their new, lengthy limbs yet. And what fine limbs those were. LeeAnn had often spied on the boys in their human forms. Chet had the handsomest legs of the four, with strong, shapely calves. Kevin was the one with the sense of humor and heart-stopping smile. Killian was trying to grow a moustache to make himself look older, which LeeAnn considered a waste of facial fur. James didn’t talk much. With that killer bod of his, he didn’t need to. Puberty had worked the most wonderful miracles on all four of the boys.
Wait a ding-dong minute. Why the hell was she running?
LeeAnn screeched to a halt. She spun and confronted the cheetahs. Taken by surprise, the Chodo brothers tried to stop and ended up in a four-way collision, literally falling all over each other. They went down in a yowling, spotted heap of long limbs and tails. LeeAnn shook her head.
She straightened gracefully into her human form. The Chodos shifted automatically, prompted more by confusion than anything else. Four red-faced, lean and beautiful young men stared up at her. Somehow the power had slid out of their hands and into hers, and they were still working it out.
“So, boys,” LeeAnn purred, “who wants to eat me?”
# # #
For a variation, try the first-line game. Somebody provides the first line of a story, and everyone goes from there. Here’s the first line of an unsold novel of mine currently moldering in the closet. Maybe you’ll have better luck with it. “The imp came at me out of nowhere.” Happy writing!
I found the above picture in a Yahoo story on prize-winning wildlife photography. The panicked baby gazelle was being used as a teaching tool by a mama cheetah for her less-than-expert offspring. One suggestion from Savanna later, and I’ve got today’s blog:
Oh cud, LeeAnn thought as she pelted over the veldt with the Chodo brothers in hot pursuit. Damn horny cat boys. You couldn’t even go to the water hole without some blasted sack of hormones on legs trying to run you down.
She was faster than they, but just barely. The Chodos had just gone through an adolescent growth spurt and hadn’t gained full control of their new, lengthy limbs yet. And what fine limbs those were. LeeAnn had often spied on the boys in their human forms. Chet had the handsomest legs of the four, with strong, shapely calves. Kevin was the one with the sense of humor and heart-stopping smile. Killian was trying to grow a moustache to make himself look older, which LeeAnn considered a waste of facial fur. James didn’t talk much. With that killer bod of his, he didn’t need to. Puberty had worked the most wonderful miracles on all four of the boys.
Wait a ding-dong minute. Why the hell was she running?
LeeAnn screeched to a halt. She spun and confronted the cheetahs. Taken by surprise, the Chodo brothers tried to stop and ended up in a four-way collision, literally falling all over each other. They went down in a yowling, spotted heap of long limbs and tails. LeeAnn shook her head.
She straightened gracefully into her human form. The Chodos shifted automatically, prompted more by confusion than anything else. Four red-faced, lean and beautiful young men stared up at her. Somehow the power had slid out of their hands and into hers, and they were still working it out.
“So, boys,” LeeAnn purred, “who wants to eat me?”
# # #
For a variation, try the first-line game. Somebody provides the first line of a story, and everyone goes from there. Here’s the first line of an unsold novel of mine currently moldering in the closet. Maybe you’ll have better luck with it. “The imp came at me out of nowhere.” Happy writing!
Monday, October 22, 2012
Angelic Forecast from Volcano ~ October 22, 2012
Weekly Angelic Forecast from Volcano
Straight from the Carnal Cherub himself...
Angelic Forecast ~ #216
The Theme for this week ~ The Masks Are Ripped Away and the Empire of Lies Falls
Meanwhile the Dragon of Truth rips through the dragon of evil, each fang and claw a light blade exposing the black hole that has been sucking humanity into the abyss-matrix.
From a previous forecast: "the masks are falling away. Those who have been considered 'above the rest of us' in intelligence and ability, and the so-called leaders of the corp-gov, will now experience a fall from grace. For, this grace was merely manufactured propaganda, and 'the people' now AWAKEN."
On the personal front, the next two weeks are focused on the individual. While keeping one eye on the world stage, place most of your focus on you. That is, your needs and desires. For, only by keeping yourself as healthy, wealthy, and wise as possible will you be able to effectively take care of yourself, and those you love in these upcoming times.
Breathe in the oxygen of life. Connect with Nature. Connect with the Heavens, the sky above. Out of this, you will be empowered in new ways that serve you.
On the paranormal front, with the transition in time -- that is, TIME itself now changes -- there will gradually be a different rhythm to life. Also, out of this, intuition soars like the boldest eagle, as do our psi abilities.
This vibrational time-shift will bring us closer to a spiritual understanding of the universe, as opposed to the material and mechanistic limitation that has been. As a result, more doors open to the wide, wide world of supernatural beings, and the ether energy realms.
As well, now the Magickal Ones arise full force, from every shamanic genetic lineage, from every ancient heritage across the world. You will know them by their unique radiance, and by their deeds -- both spectacular and quietly done behind the scenes.
It is time to welcome the magick of this new age. For 'the force' will embrace you.
On the economic front, a tricky dicky picture as usual this week. However, too big to fail has failed *by design to bring down America* and panic now sets in with the Wall Street crowd.
Before the election, expect temporary stops and starts on the financial scene, as the stock market and the economy continues to fall like a gigantic boulder down the side of a sky-scraping, craggy mountain.
Around the corner, likely there will be a spectacular BIG BANK fail. In reality, failure after failure has already occurred -- this is one reason QE Infinity has been cruelly forced on all of us, by the cabal of international bankers.
Of course, the massive severity of these 'bank fails' is being hidden from the public, all while anything of value is being vampire-sucked out of 'the people'. Prepare to say 'goodbye' to your savings/pension funds in the near future -- if you haven't converted it to tangible/usable assets.
During the next three monts, more of the bankster gangsters will be exposed for what they are, remorseless serial killers of society, of all that is GOOD. In the coming weeks, more of the people will realize it's either 'renaissance or ruin'.
On the truth front, as heavy 'truths' flood the consciousness of humankind, renegade activists from all walks of life will join together to take down the establishment -- the prison planet that has been setup by the soulless ones for ages now.
On the war front, now comes the darkness of worldwide conflict. The psychopathic Controllers will thicken the smokescreen of war. So many of their 'rape, pillage, and plunder' crimes against humanity are being discovered and revealed, they will use the horrors of war to shield themselves.
Also, ongoing war not only keeps 'the people' divided and conquered, it fills the new world order's coffers. Plus, the best and brightest are eliminated -- or THOSE in humanity who would stand against them are no longer a problem.
On the AWAKENING front, the cosmic energies of 2012 pound down like a golden and diamond thunderstorm. The Ascension of humanity is here.
Now, as never before, a synergistic weave of harmonic energies forms between ALL of us. We are creating connections, or what was termed the Aquarian Conspiracy -- a book written by Marilyn Ferguson.
From a prior forecast: "Also of importance this week, is your personal growth. For several decades now, the divine energies have encouraged the maxim, know thyself. The tide turns at this point in history. Personal growth will be about utilizing your knowledge of yourself in such a way that it benefits the ascension of humankind.
This is because the fourth dimension is here, and the bells of freedom are ringing loudly."
On the home front, as more of us realize there are very few places to run in these Orwellian times -- as passports become harder to get *the plan revealed in a recent article*, and the borders of Amerika are 'effectively' closed against many of us -- we 'the people' will finally understand we need to 'run toward' each other.
On the food front, once again, the land, Mother Earth, is calling out to her human sisters and brothers. For, SHE no longer wants factory farms or Big Agra relentlessly poisoning her. She desires that her human family live and work upon her lands in harmony with her animals and plants. She wants to give her bounty to those who nurture and care for the animals they raise and the food crops they grow.
Remember, at this time, it is more important than ever to support your local gardeners, farmers, and ranchers in whatever way you are able.
On the land changes front, earthquakes, volcanoes, superstorms, and the exploding sun, oh my! Also, the sea floor is rising dramatically in some key areas of the planet. This 'could' eventually flood coastlines.
Meanwhile, scientists studying earth changes and astronomical phenomena worldwide, are mysteriously dying. And currently, there are indications that the HAARP array in Alaska is targeting the eastern half of the US.
On the energy front, the knowledge that 'alcohol can be a gas' will become widespread, once prices at the pump become prohibitive. Already, the enterprising among us are preparing to produce and sell alcohol to fuel vehicles, and for other energy uses. This will be done mostly on the black market.
On the really bad news front, at this point in time there are 'two' huge false flag events planned. One on the soil of the US, and the other in Europe. However, both situations are still fluid. A small group of the White Hats are working to stop both events, or reduce their terrible damage.
On the good news front, people are banding together to protect each other from the bankster gangsters who are wrongly foreclosing on houses, farms, and property. This trend of protecting each other will continue, and strengthen significantly.
Since the current banking system is built on NOTHING but fraud, monopoly money, and cyber play money, in moral truth THEY own nothing. Also, since THEY are stealing homes that have been 'fully paid' for, it is time for the people to say *no more*.
On the freedom front, this is a highly complex picture at this point in history. However, the Great Divide widens between those who will succumb to jackboot tyranny and those who will not. Also, look for 'anything' related to the idea of freedom, to be constantly demonized by the presstitute media -- including the constitution.
Trendwise, Hollywood is fast becoming 'Hollowood' for many at this time. Boredom with BIG MEDIA entertainment grows rapidly in the days to come, while the 'creator' in each one of us is loosed to freely express the 'garden of beauty' that is our soul.
On the far horizon of trends, many of us will return to using symbols, like hieroglyphics, as another way to communicate, instead of only using language and the written word.
Also, this good trend continues, as stated before: "Of course, LOVE is always the sweet cosmic glue, the binding force between all of us human beings. Keep in mind, at this time, 'The Good, Good Vibrations Bombardment'... direct from the angelic realms... is continuing full force. Welcome these loving vibrations."
This week, let your mind and body be a temple to the Earth and sky, and to the Divine.
Angelic blessings from Volcano & Sedona
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MORE...Volcano’s Angelic Forecast for this week ~ sirenbookstrand.blogspot.com ~
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Savanna
Savanna Kougar ~ Run on the Wild Side of Romance ~
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Thursday, October 18, 2012
Force of Habit
I'm in a rush tonight, so you get what you get. Here's how I write my stories. I like to do the first draft longhand, because I can carry a pen and notebook all over the house more easily than I can balance the laptop. I've gotten into the habit of writing first thing in the morning while I have my cup of caffeine. I don't know how many pens I go through in writing a book, probably three or four. I use the same pens for journaling and sketching and writing random notes to myself, so it's hard to say.
The second draft is the typed draft. That one goes into the Troglodyte-1000, because I haven't gotten a printer for the laptop yet. I have to have a printed version. This is where habit comes in.
When I started writing, everything was paper. No computers in that bygone era. I'm talking typewriters, folks. (Ask your parents what a typewriter is.) You know, that thing that looks like a computer, but doesn't have a screen. You roll a sheet of paper into the thing and type directly onto it. What will they think of next?
Like that wasn't horrendous enough, I started out on a manual. I didn't get my first electric typewriter until after I was out of high school. (It was my graduation gift.) On-screen correction meant dabbing Wite-Out on the typo. If you wanted copies, you used carbon paper. (Ask your parents.) If your fingers really started flying, several keys would hit the paper at once and they'd get clumped up and stuck. Those were fun times, let me tell you.
My first computer changed all that. No more stuck keys. No more typing over gobs of Wite-Out. You correct it right on the screen. I can type as fast as I want and make all the mistakes I want because I can go back and fix it all before I print it out. Yes, it comes with a printer. Hallelujah! No more carbon paper stains on my fingers and smearing all over the keyboard! You want a copy? You want ten copies? Just hit Print. The machine does the rest.
Since the advent of email, I know some writers who don't even print out their drafts any more. Why bother? Hardly any publishers ask for hardcopy manuscripts. You attach your work to an email. Whole books are written, rewritten, edited, submitted,and offered up for sale to the reading public without ever being committed to paper. No trees were harmed in the creation of this trilogy.
So why don't I just type my stuff directly onto the laptop and save myself all that extra work?
Because habit's a tough thing to break. I grew up with paper. I feel more secure around paper. I want to have that visual proof the book is finally done. I want to sit in bed with the pages and sip my tea while I read through it yet again and scribble notes in the margins. It's hard to do that on a screen.
Paranoia plays a role too. The Troglodyte 1000 crashed on me once, and I lost everything in the hard drive. It's 20 years old; it could go at any time. I know I could save to a flash drive, but what if that corrupts? I've had disks go bad on me too. Paper is my security blanket. Short of a fire, it won't crash or go all screwy on you. And you can wave it under people's noses and impress them with how industrious you are.
That's why the third draft is the one typed onto the laptop, for emailing. That's why there's a third draft to begin with. It's also helpful in that I catch errors and plot holes and make little tweaks every time I type. I need that third draft for the final run-through.
At some point Trog will give up the ghost and I'll be left with Mr. Lappy. But I'm not typing a thing until I buy a compatible printer for it. You're not crashing on me, bucko. No sirree.
The second draft is the typed draft. That one goes into the Troglodyte-1000, because I haven't gotten a printer for the laptop yet. I have to have a printed version. This is where habit comes in.
When I started writing, everything was paper. No computers in that bygone era. I'm talking typewriters, folks. (Ask your parents what a typewriter is.) You know, that thing that looks like a computer, but doesn't have a screen. You roll a sheet of paper into the thing and type directly onto it. What will they think of next?
Like that wasn't horrendous enough, I started out on a manual. I didn't get my first electric typewriter until after I was out of high school. (It was my graduation gift.) On-screen correction meant dabbing Wite-Out on the typo. If you wanted copies, you used carbon paper. (Ask your parents.) If your fingers really started flying, several keys would hit the paper at once and they'd get clumped up and stuck. Those were fun times, let me tell you.
My first computer changed all that. No more stuck keys. No more typing over gobs of Wite-Out. You correct it right on the screen. I can type as fast as I want and make all the mistakes I want because I can go back and fix it all before I print it out. Yes, it comes with a printer. Hallelujah! No more carbon paper stains on my fingers and smearing all over the keyboard! You want a copy? You want ten copies? Just hit Print. The machine does the rest.
Since the advent of email, I know some writers who don't even print out their drafts any more. Why bother? Hardly any publishers ask for hardcopy manuscripts. You attach your work to an email. Whole books are written, rewritten, edited, submitted,and offered up for sale to the reading public without ever being committed to paper. No trees were harmed in the creation of this trilogy.
So why don't I just type my stuff directly onto the laptop and save myself all that extra work?
Because habit's a tough thing to break. I grew up with paper. I feel more secure around paper. I want to have that visual proof the book is finally done. I want to sit in bed with the pages and sip my tea while I read through it yet again and scribble notes in the margins. It's hard to do that on a screen.
Paranoia plays a role too. The Troglodyte 1000 crashed on me once, and I lost everything in the hard drive. It's 20 years old; it could go at any time. I know I could save to a flash drive, but what if that corrupts? I've had disks go bad on me too. Paper is my security blanket. Short of a fire, it won't crash or go all screwy on you. And you can wave it under people's noses and impress them with how industrious you are.
That's why the third draft is the one typed onto the laptop, for emailing. That's why there's a third draft to begin with. It's also helpful in that I catch errors and plot holes and make little tweaks every time I type. I need that third draft for the final run-through.
At some point Trog will give up the ghost and I'll be left with Mr. Lappy. But I'm not typing a thing until I buy a compatible printer for it. You're not crashing on me, bucko. No sirree.
Cometh The Bewitching Blog Hop ~ Oct 19-21
Treat yourself to a bewitching array of fun, flashes, eye candy, and PRIZES! The HOP begins on Friday, the 19th. And, if you refuse this invitation... well, there just might be a werewolf tracking you down... and once he finds you, he just might persuade with a few nips to your tail end.
Monday, October 15, 2012
Angelic Forecast from Volcano ~ October 15, 2012
Weekly Angelic Forecast from Volcano
Straight from the Carnal Cherub himself...
Angelic Forecast ~ #215
The Implosion, Explosion ~ the end of the Age is here. Land changes, societal changes... a world gone both mad and sane, as the new world rises fueled by the power of the Awakening.
On the truth front, the invincible Dragon of Truth rises on wildfire wings, and spares no one of corrupt heart and soul. 'Those' who fabricate and lie, who deceive and manipulate for the purpose of doing great harm, will burn in the flames of their own evil acts.
These 'corrupt ones' will also find themselves blurting out the truth for the sake of the people. During this time, the cosmic frequencies are creating the impulse to reveal the TRUTH, no matter the consequences.
On the personal front, listen for this 'truth', listen for your inner truth, then take action to take care of yourself and those you love. This week is, once again, about organizing your household. Preparing for the winter months is more important than ever, regardless of how the future plays out.
It is also crucial to remain AWARE of what is going on around you this week. Whether at home, or out and about, stay alert.
This is also a great time to find bargains for whatever it is you need, and want to stock up on. Consider too, creative uses for whatever you have, or can find at a good price. This will only help you as the year comes to its climactic end.
On the AWAKENING front, the time has come to use your creativity at a higher level. This will not only assist you, but everyone else, in overcoming the relentless social manipulation of the soulless ones.
For, the uplifting desire for art and beauty can never be totally suppressed, or completely twisted toward the dark side, despite the ongoing attempts made by the evil-side social engineers, who are in control of the BIG MEDIA companies.
Hollywood is run on corp-gov welfare, for the most part. This 'dirty little secret' means your tax dollars, your consumer dollars, and the endless supply of monopoly money, is paying for a carefully-crafted propaganda machine -- NOT true creativity. Sadly.
On the paranormal front, behind the scenes, FACTIONS of what is known as Earth's breakaway civilization *THOSE who travel the solar system and use 'real' stargates* are engaged in a war for control of the planet and humanity's future. And 'they' aren't the only groups battling to own our world.
At this point in time, there will be a few from this 'breakaway civilization' who come forth in various guises to speak directly to the public. Out of compassion, they want to offer a glimpse of what is really occurring -- all courtesy of the 'mad scientist' military industrial complex.
And, not to forget the ramping-up Halloween vibes, as stated in last week's forecast: "with Samhain on the proverbial doorstep, all things spooky, supernaturally strange, and paranormal-wonderful will emerge as never before in known history. Beware, take care, and turn the tables with your own boo-scare, if needed."
On the economic front, Monopoly Money is King ... or is that Cyber Play Money? In these horrific financial times for many -- IT'S CALLED A 'DEPRESSION' -- money *really a fiat currency* and now cyber play money *all those zeroes added electronically*, is being is whipped up out of thin air by the bankster gangster crowd.
Meanwhile, the people are told this 'monopoly money' becomes their backbreaking debt. Meanwhile, the global dark elite is buying up everything worth buying... huge tracts of land, water rights, luxury goods, art, heirloom seeds, gold, silver, rare earth minerals... anything tangible and of REAL VALUE. All with fake money. All with fake cyber dollars.
This includes most everyone's mortgage in America -- mortgages which are currently at the mercy of the unholy mess known as the derivatives market. Thus, using their made-up monopoly money, the corp-gov creeps now believe THEY own your house/property.
Also, by design the American dollar is on its death bed, and will likely NOT be taken off life support -- at least, as the future stands now. What has been known as the 'petrol dollar' is being usurped as the reserve currency. Other nations are now trading in their own currencies for oil, and other goods.
Out of this massive economic betrayal, the new underground economy continues to grow, and many of the people will rebel in creative ways.
On the war front, to no one's surprise the proxy wars in the Mideast heat up in terrible ways, and it is the innocent who pay with their lives. At this time, there are so many prayers from the people, to bring about peace, that it is mitigating some of the 'false flag' attacks and the beyond-cruel strife taking place.
As before, the push-pull continues between THOSE in the new world order mafia who want to initiate WWIII as an all-out global war, and the faction who does not. Because of this, the waters remain muddy about actual events.
However, this week Russia will play a key role on the world stage. Meanwhile, China lurks in the background like a stalking tiger, waiting for its prey to weaken. All the while, the White Hat super soldiers, as well as off-world groups called the Beneficent Ones, intervene in strategic ways to keep the blazes of war contained.
On the home front, with the hype-promotion of race riots and class warfare, the psychopathic Controllers intend to bring in hard martial law, once major cities go up in flames. These false-flag-provoked race wars are also being used to influence the presidential election.
This strategy could easily backfire if 'the people' stand with each other against this diabolical manipulation. For, now more than ever, the human race must join together, or be picked off by the zombified minions of the bad-cabal-guys.
After all, the last thing the SYSTEM wants is all of us banding together, and helping each other out. Also, in opposition, many now become renegade leaders for freedom.
On the food front, now the GUARDIANS ARISE -- 'those' who have incarnated on Earth at this time to save the seeds, save the animals, and save the lands. It is also their mission to help protect Mother Earth from the dark powers that be.
From this point forward, anything you do to assist these GUARDIANS will be a sacred act, and to the benefit of us ALL.
With winter around the corner, remember to stock up your larders big-time. Purchase as much good food as you can manage. Also, if you can grow herbs and veggies indoors, do it.
On the land changes front, an *explosion, implosion* of weather across the globe. Volcanic ash levels in the atmosphere will become significant during the next three months.
Likely strong earthquakes will keep rocking the planet, and tectonic plates will continue to shift dramatically. These events will be under-reported unless the loss of life is catastrophic.
While the caldera in Yellowstone will not erupt, it is active, and will now become more dangerous to the immediate area.
On the energy front, as is usual for the season, severe storms could knock out power for large sections of the population -- especially on the east coast. Do everything to prepare, prepare, prepare.
There is also an event of some type that 'could' knock out power for a significant time on the west coast, within the next three months.
On the really bad news front, the biggest drug pusher on the global block, BIG PHARMA, uses its sinister power to force flu shots and vaccines on the people. Before getting any shot, it is 'wise' to READ THE INSERT, since outright lies are being told that there are no harmful side affects.
As well, BIG PHARMA, is pushing drugs on 'the children' like never before with the falsehood that 'drugs' will increase their ability to learn. In reality, these drugs can shrink the brain, and cause permanent damage. Again, it is wise to investigate the side affects first, and look for kinder methods to assist in learning.
Remember, the FDA has become 'married' to their sugar daddy, BIG PHARMA, and will not be watching out for your welfare.
On the good news front, being creative in any way at all, is one of our salvations in overcoming the dark-side elite. For, we have the power to reclaim the paradise that Mother Earth is, and to reclaim our ability to 'live the renaissance'.
On the freedom front, as stated in a prior forecast: "Worldwide, protests and riots will continue, and will only worsen. Communities will break away, and form their own economy. All while the brain-drain media minimizes and continues the massive coverup of the REAL CRIMES perpetrated every minute against humanity by the bankster gangsters."
Trendwise, the heart rules, and romance blooms in new and wonderful ways from this point forward.
For the next month, fascism at its finest rears its ugly head, and rises worldwide. In opposition, liberty becomes the battle cry heard round the world.
In summary, as stated in a previous forecast: "One of their primary 'divide and conquer' weapons against us *the people*, will be fostering race wars and class wars worldwide. These 'soulless ones' will attempt to light these 'wars' like bush fires in order to loose a firestorm of horror and chaos planet-wide. For, THEY must complete their evil endgame by the end of 2012 -- so they believe.
To this endgame, draconian measures against humanity will escalate. At the same time, LOVE and FREEDOM will soar on the wings of the angels lifting everyone toward a greater destiny. This destiny belongs to you. Grab hold and don't let go."
This week, dancing, music, and theater, is the perfect food for the soul.
Angelic blessings from Volcano & Sedona
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MORE...Volcano’s Angelic Forecast for this week ~ sirenbookstrand.blogspot.com ~
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Savanna
Savanna Kougar ~ Run on the Wild Side of Romance ~
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Thursday, October 11, 2012
Taking the Easy Way Out
Rather than strain my brain coming up with an original blog, today I’ve decided to post a scene from my WIP. In short, I’m taking the day off. Ain’t I a stinker?
The lead-in: Waitress Billie has a major fangirl crush on Dylan, the star of her favorite TV show, Slayer for Hire (coincidentally also the title of the book). However, when the show comes to film in her hometown, she finds herself falling for Dylan’s co-star, Matt (shown above). Meanwhile, Dylan’s being stalked by an actual vampire, and Billie’s also a target. Matt, who comes from a family of slayers, stops by Billie’s apartment to guard her. We pick up as they’re discussing higher education …
“It’s okay if you didn’t go to college,” Matt said. “I didn’t, and it worked out fine for me.” He leaned toward me to whisper, “I’ve been taking courses at USC when I can fit them in. I want to surprise my dad with a diploma. Maybe in about ten years, at the rate I’m going.”
“Tell me about it. I’ve been taking online courses. I’ve got a jar full of tip money set aside for it. Pay as you go.”
“What are you studying?”
“Fashion design. I could go to New York for school if I wanted. My dad’s offered to pay for the first year, at least.” Yeah, I could do that. Why hadn’t I?
“You know how to sew?” He sounded impressed.
“Uh-huh. My Gram taught me.” I hopped up and went to the kitchen table. It meant leaving the heavenly circle of his arm, but it also meant a change of subject. I grabbed at that. I could grab the arm later.
Matt got up and joined me at the table. He whistled as I paged through the sketch book. “These are good. Have you actually made any of them?”
“Some. I sewed my own prom dress,” I added proudly. “For $45. People thought I’d sent to New York for it. I’d show it to you, but I don’t have it any more. Some twit at the prom spilled punch on it.” Cough Ava cough.
“Was this it?”
Oh God. Wouldn’t you know, I’d stopped at the sketch of the princess gown, the one I’d made the color of his eyes. Don’t notice don’t notice don’t notice, I prayed.
“Maya would love that,” Matt went on. “Add another layer of ruffles and she’d be your fan forever.”
“Maya, your sister? The wannabe football player?”
“When she’s off the field, she turns uber-girlie. What’s this one?”
He picked up the pad labeled “Costumes” before I could stop him. I dropped mine and grabbed at it frantically. “That’s nothing. Discarded ideas. It’s—”
Too late. He flipped the cover open. My interpretation of Dylan Garber as Jesse Pierce leaped out at both of us. The clothes I’d drawn to dress him in were way tighter than what he wore on the show. Especially in the crotch and butt. Yes, I’d done front and back views.
“Good likeness,” Matt said, his voice neutral. Was that a hint of red in his eyes?
“Jesse Pierce needs a new outfit,” I said weakly. I tugged on the sketchpad but he wouldn’t give it up. He went on flipping through the book. Page after page of Dylan, Dylan, and nothing but Dylan, in various outfits and assorted weaponry. “He wears the same thing week after week. He should mix it up. You know, scarves and turtlenecks or something, to protect his throat.”
Matt grunted. He went on flipping, and I went on tugging. My blatant Dylan obsession wasn’t the worst thing in there. I had to get it away from him before he found it.
He turned the last page to my most recent drawing, and stopped there.
Shit.
There stood Emmett Land in full-color glory, a lot straighter and more heroic than he appeared on TV, holding a crossbow and glaring out at the viewer with Matt’s handsome face and stormy blue-gray eyes.
Naked.
Even with the crossbow held at a strategic angle and the big, thick bolt obscuring his youknow, there was no getting around it. He wasn’t just nude. He was nuuuuuuuuuude.
Matt’s brows shot up into his hair.
“Emmett could do with a makeover too.” My voice cracked into shrill little pieces.
“Nice,” Matt said, “but a bit too minimalist for TV.”
# # #
And now, the book’s only sex scene, in its entirety: “If this is the part you’ve all been waiting for, too bad. I’m not the kind of girl who kisses or does anything else and tells. Let’s just say Matt missed his flight and let it go at that.” Enjoy.
The lead-in: Waitress Billie has a major fangirl crush on Dylan, the star of her favorite TV show, Slayer for Hire (coincidentally also the title of the book). However, when the show comes to film in her hometown, she finds herself falling for Dylan’s co-star, Matt (shown above). Meanwhile, Dylan’s being stalked by an actual vampire, and Billie’s also a target. Matt, who comes from a family of slayers, stops by Billie’s apartment to guard her. We pick up as they’re discussing higher education …
“It’s okay if you didn’t go to college,” Matt said. “I didn’t, and it worked out fine for me.” He leaned toward me to whisper, “I’ve been taking courses at USC when I can fit them in. I want to surprise my dad with a diploma. Maybe in about ten years, at the rate I’m going.”
“Tell me about it. I’ve been taking online courses. I’ve got a jar full of tip money set aside for it. Pay as you go.”
“What are you studying?”
“Fashion design. I could go to New York for school if I wanted. My dad’s offered to pay for the first year, at least.” Yeah, I could do that. Why hadn’t I?
“You know how to sew?” He sounded impressed.
“Uh-huh. My Gram taught me.” I hopped up and went to the kitchen table. It meant leaving the heavenly circle of his arm, but it also meant a change of subject. I grabbed at that. I could grab the arm later.
Matt got up and joined me at the table. He whistled as I paged through the sketch book. “These are good. Have you actually made any of them?”
“Some. I sewed my own prom dress,” I added proudly. “For $45. People thought I’d sent to New York for it. I’d show it to you, but I don’t have it any more. Some twit at the prom spilled punch on it.” Cough Ava cough.
“Was this it?”
Oh God. Wouldn’t you know, I’d stopped at the sketch of the princess gown, the one I’d made the color of his eyes. Don’t notice don’t notice don’t notice, I prayed.
“Maya would love that,” Matt went on. “Add another layer of ruffles and she’d be your fan forever.”
“Maya, your sister? The wannabe football player?”
“When she’s off the field, she turns uber-girlie. What’s this one?”
He picked up the pad labeled “Costumes” before I could stop him. I dropped mine and grabbed at it frantically. “That’s nothing. Discarded ideas. It’s—”
Too late. He flipped the cover open. My interpretation of Dylan Garber as Jesse Pierce leaped out at both of us. The clothes I’d drawn to dress him in were way tighter than what he wore on the show. Especially in the crotch and butt. Yes, I’d done front and back views.
“Good likeness,” Matt said, his voice neutral. Was that a hint of red in his eyes?
“Jesse Pierce needs a new outfit,” I said weakly. I tugged on the sketchpad but he wouldn’t give it up. He went on flipping through the book. Page after page of Dylan, Dylan, and nothing but Dylan, in various outfits and assorted weaponry. “He wears the same thing week after week. He should mix it up. You know, scarves and turtlenecks or something, to protect his throat.”
Matt grunted. He went on flipping, and I went on tugging. My blatant Dylan obsession wasn’t the worst thing in there. I had to get it away from him before he found it.
He turned the last page to my most recent drawing, and stopped there.
Shit.
There stood Emmett Land in full-color glory, a lot straighter and more heroic than he appeared on TV, holding a crossbow and glaring out at the viewer with Matt’s handsome face and stormy blue-gray eyes.
Naked.
Even with the crossbow held at a strategic angle and the big, thick bolt obscuring his youknow, there was no getting around it. He wasn’t just nude. He was nuuuuuuuuuude.
Matt’s brows shot up into his hair.
“Emmett could do with a makeover too.” My voice cracked into shrill little pieces.
“Nice,” Matt said, “but a bit too minimalist for TV.”
# # #
And now, the book’s only sex scene, in its entirety: “If this is the part you’ve all been waiting for, too bad. I’m not the kind of girl who kisses or does anything else and tells. Let’s just say Matt missed his flight and let it go at that.” Enjoy.
Monday, October 8, 2012
Angelic Forecast from Volcano ~ October 8, 2012
Weekly Angelic Forecast from Volcano
Straight from the Carnal Cherub himself...
Angelic Forecast ~ #214
This week the Dragon of Awakening consumes the Dragon of Terror in a battle that firestorms worldwide.
Meanwhile, the golden cosmic light continues to pour thick as honey upon the people, and upon Mother Earth. Thus, we are caught between the beautiful emergence of our spiritual natures, and what has been life in this world.
Now, with the escalation of insanity all around the world, try a little tenderness as the song lyric says -- especially with your loved ones, friends, and pets. This means 'only' where it's possible to do so.
Also, given the quickening of the 'Quickening', animals will be particularly affected. At this time, a lot of wild animals want to be friends with those of us who are receptive. Be careful, however, since the opposite will be true, as well, and a few animals will turn vicious, attacking without provocation.
To be friends with an animal could be as simple as providing food and water. Or, it could be figuring out a way to co-exist together. When you do see a wild critter, saying a kind word puts those good vibes out. Blessings from you are always appreciated by both animals and plants.
On the personal front, if you have pets, this week, and next, they are likely to take center stage in your life at some point. Or, it may occur through someone who is close to you. If there's a challenge, look for the kindest way to act. However, remember, being firm could be the wisest option.
From this point forward, it's all about being responsible for your personal life at a 'creator' level. This will not be easy for many to understand, or accomplish. Small steps may be required.
Also, since so many of us have heavily damaged psyches -- courtesy of the so-called social engineers working for the dark-side cabal -- thus, high levels of healing must take place. Again, tenderness, and acts of kindness will go a long way for ALL of us.
Know too, the following week will be great for finding a new economic opportunity. Take advantage no matter how small because this will positively impact your future.
On the economic front, it will be a rocky week, and there will be more problems with the BIG BANKS -- with financial institutions in general. More cyber attacks are planned and may cause nasty disruptions as the year comes to an end.
As well, one of the October surprises is likely to be the stalling, close-to-falling economy. Why? Because usually the opposite would occur during an election. This time, the Controller manipulators have another diabolical plan that will become obvious at the close of this week, or the beginning of next week.
In addition, with the institutions of liberty being burned to the ground by the corp-gov, the economy will take a nosedive. Even if this is 'not' reflected by the stock market, or the fake economic figures given to the public like so much pablum, 'the people' now know 'this truth' at a mass-conscious level.
Yet, on the flaming wings of the phoenix energies, new ways to do business arise. What are called 'cottage industries' now become the wave of the near future.
Take a look at your skill set, if you haven't lately -- what is it you can make, fix, create that will be in demand? Ask yourself, if the big box stores disappear, what becomes *your* business opportunity?
On the truth front, it's time to get down-and-dirty honest about the state of the world -- about the health of the planet. This knowledge will only serve you as earth changes and societal changes avalanche, and reach critical mass by the end of 2012.
At the same time, the benevolent angelic interventions continue on a large scale. Also, as has been stated before, MIRACLES of grace embrace many. These miraculous events will herald a magical way of living that has always belonged to the human race.
On the war front, *bombastic insanity* describes the next month. Brought to you by the dark-side psychopaths, the 'covert proxy wars' now rage across the surface of the planet.
This is a scorched terrible wounding of Mother Earth, and a wounding of humanity's soul. For many the attitude will be: WAR, what is it 'ever' good for?... oh, yeah, evil likes it.
Of further importance, there will be an intense propaganda campaign, using the brain-drain media, to demonize anyone who is against war, and wants to stop WWIII. Now, anyone who stands on the side of peace, and peace through the rise of freedom, will be considered an enemy of the state.
On the AWAKENING front, the soul of humanity wings heavenward and also embraces the earth with a new strength. As children of the universe, the human race now matures toward a time when interacting with the galactic community will become commonplace.
On the paranormal front, with Samhain on the proverbial doorstep, all things spooky, supernaturally strange, and paranormal-wonderful will emerge as never before in known history. Beware, take care, and turn the tables with your own boo-scare, if needed.
From a prior Samhain forecast ~ “a powerful magick is arriving, once again, and is available for those bold enough in vision to claim it. There will be individuals who will emerge as magicians, that is, the use of magick as it was practiced by the Wise Women and by those like Merlin. Before the Turning toward technology was allowed, as a method to circumvent the dark force, Magick reigned as the true and natural force on Earth.”
On the home front, as the Great Divide between the 'aware and the unaware' grows to the size of the Grand Canyon, it becomes absolutely crucial to join together, and form alliances with those of like mind. As well, as a zombie insanity grips many in the population, those of truly sane mind must stand against the bankster gangsters, and reinvent the good life.
Regarding civil war, from a previous forecast: "there is a low-key civil war in progress which is being hidden from the public. This reflects the ever-growing division between those who cherish freedom, and those who have little awareness of what liberty means to the human soul."
On the food front, this week spotlights how 'poisoned' the food supply is and has been for decades. There will be revelation after revelation around this, most of it found on alternative news sites.
Out of this exposure, many of us will become more determined than ever to purchase, and grow good food for ourselves and others. Despite every despicable effort made by the corp-gov to destroy small ranchers/farmers, and the organic growers, this movement will not die. Also, on the near horizon there will be significant defeats of Big Agra.
On the land changes front, in particular, volcanic activity spikes, and earthquakes will be shaking the planet more often, and more vigorously for the next three months.
Now Nature rages, unleashed during these times of rapid earth changes. This week, and for the following month, the tremendous force of water is likely to show its power around the world.
However, per usual, some of these superstorm events will be the ongoing weather wars.
On the energy front, many groups of inventors/investors are working hard and fast behind the scenes, to bring alternative energy devices to the marketplace. It's a race now between the corp-gov oppressors and those who want to help free humanity with inexpensive power.
At this time, look for the manipulated, 'fraudulent' shortage of gasoline, and energy, to be used as a weapon against the people by the new world order mafia. For, absolute control of power corrupts absolutely.
Once again: "Consider setting up a backup energy system -- any kind you can manage."
On the really bad news front, with crime rates exploding, especially in cities, look for ways to responsibly protect yourself and your loved ones. Soon several big cities will become so horrific and unlivable, anyone who can will flee. Sadly, this includes criminals and criminal gangs who are looking for easier targets. All the more reason to band together to keep each other safe.
On the good news front, oh how the mighty fall. Now, the corrupt elite among us are being recognized for who and what they are by so many of 'the people' their days are numbered. Eventually, THEY will be brought down, and brought to justice. Certainly, poetic justice will find them as divinely dictated.
For more good news, now innovation skyrockets. Encourage yourself and others to become bigger and better innovators. Simply ordering your life in a new and innovative way works to the GOOD as well.
On the freedom front, a breakaway group -- the new foremothers and forefathers of liberty -- now begin their rise to prominence. This will not only be in America, but the spirit of 1776 spreads worldwide. In the Age of Aquarius, it will be women leaders who bring this revolutionary fruit to bear.
Trendwise, just in time for Halloween, the good, bad, ugly, and beautiful of being *weird* becomes the norm in these times. This emerging trend will be showcased during the upcoming celebration.
For, what the soulless ones would squash in humanity -- what THEY would pound out of existence with a ruthless fist, now arises in all of us. In truth, we are supernatural beings.
As well, quoted from a prior forecast ~ "At this time, the ancient megalithic sites, Stonehenge and other on-the-grid sites across the globe, are in the process of reactivating as centers of power. This is due to the current rise in cosmic energies, to the energy storms on the sun, and also due to the intervention of humanity’s extraterrestrial brethren."
Awaken humanity to your true power. This is the week. This is the time.
Angelic blessings from Volcano & Sedona
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MORE...Volcano’s Angelic Forecast for this week ~ sirenbookstrand.blogspot.com ~
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Savanna
Savanna Kougar ~ Run on the Wild Side of Romance ~
Thursday, October 4, 2012
Some Day My Print Will Come
This question’s for all the writers out there. What version do you want your book, your baby, to wind up in, electronic or print?
Hint: it’s okay to answer “both.” For a lot of writers, publication is the ultimate goal, with the medium secondary. My first full-length novel (over 50,000 words) was released as an ebook. And yeah, I did the happy dance and ate chocolate and called all my friends. I’d been published before with stories in magazines, but this was a freakin’ BOOK. A lifelong goal finally struck off the bucket list.
Happy as I was, though, I still missed the thrill of finally, after years of subs and rejections, holding a finished, physical book in my hands. Somehow, even though I had my ARCs and I could see the sales mounting up in my author’s account, without a print-and-paper book to hold it didn’t seem quite real.
I love books. I like to sit up in bed with a book in my hand and read until I’m tired enough to sleep. I keep reading material next to the couch for those hideously long commercial breaks that are the bane of cable TV. I love to wander through a bookstore and check out the covers and flip through the pages. Barnes and Noble (and Borders, in its day) were even nice enough to put chairs out so I could skim whole novels before deciding whether or not to buy them. Try doing that on Amazon.
I’ve already blogged about the downside of that in my “Clutter” posts. I’ve got books stacked all over the house. Some people compulsively buy shoes and handbags. I go in for paperbacks. Back when I had disposable income I thought nothing of dropping $30-$50 a shot at the Waldenbooks in the mall. They’re all crammed into the book room, waiting for me to get back to them for the third or fourth or fifth time.
Electronic may be nice. It would certainly cut out the clutter, and you can’t beat a file for portability. I could have saved myself a lot of time and effort and heavy lifting during my last move if I’d had my library on Kindle.
I wouldn’t know. I don’t own a Kindle or Nook, and I’m in no hurry to get one. Maybe it’s because I grew up in one of the last non-electronic generations, but I still look for the physical comfort of a book in my hands when I want to read. If I ever move again I might change my mind, but I don’t think so. (I can always hire hunky young guys to lift the boxes for me.)
Besides, I’ve heard Amazon can delete files from your Kindle, even if they’ve been bought and paid for. What the hell? I paid for it! It’s mine now! Try taking one of my paperbacks away and see if you make it to the door. Not to mention I’ve lived through a computer crash. Paper doesn’t crash, and Amazon can’t delete it behind your back. Granted, computer files don’t go up in a house fire. I’ll just have to take precautions.
And what’s more impressive—a library with floor-to-ceiling shelves of books stretching back to your childhood, or a Kindle on a coffee table? I don’t think anyone’s ever looked at a Kindle and exclaimed, “Wow, you’ve read all those?”
What brought this on was Harper Voyager’s open call for manuscripts, no agents needed. I had a book I hope matches what they’re looking for, and if I get off my butt before October 14 I might just have another. Here’s the drawback, though: the deal ebook only. There may be a chance of print further down the line, but Harper’s not making any guarantees.
I don’t know if that’s good enough. I happen to like the book I sent, and the book I may also send, if not to Harper then to somewhere else. Both are lengthy enough to justify print, even if it’s just POD. I want my print copies. I want that tangible proof that I’m writer enough that somebody paid me in order to read my stuff.
So what do I do if Harper makes an offer? I’m already thinking that over. I still harbor dreams of seeing my books on the shelf in a bookstore, before bookstores go down the tubes. If Harper can’t promise me print to go with the electronic, or doesn’t want to let me keep my print rights so I can commission my own, I might have to turn them down. I can always go the self-publishing route.
That first book? Eventually it did go to print, and you betcha dupa I got a copy. I’m building a library in a shelf in my bedroom of my scanty output in print. Every now and then I pick one up, riffle through it, and grin like an idiot. Somehow a file on the laptop just doesn’t have the same impact.
Though ask me again if I ever have to pack up 40-odd years worth of book collecting and move them from one location to another. As long as I can get paper backup, I might give Kindle a chance.
Hint: it’s okay to answer “both.” For a lot of writers, publication is the ultimate goal, with the medium secondary. My first full-length novel (over 50,000 words) was released as an ebook. And yeah, I did the happy dance and ate chocolate and called all my friends. I’d been published before with stories in magazines, but this was a freakin’ BOOK. A lifelong goal finally struck off the bucket list.
Happy as I was, though, I still missed the thrill of finally, after years of subs and rejections, holding a finished, physical book in my hands. Somehow, even though I had my ARCs and I could see the sales mounting up in my author’s account, without a print-and-paper book to hold it didn’t seem quite real.
I love books. I like to sit up in bed with a book in my hand and read until I’m tired enough to sleep. I keep reading material next to the couch for those hideously long commercial breaks that are the bane of cable TV. I love to wander through a bookstore and check out the covers and flip through the pages. Barnes and Noble (and Borders, in its day) were even nice enough to put chairs out so I could skim whole novels before deciding whether or not to buy them. Try doing that on Amazon.
I’ve already blogged about the downside of that in my “Clutter” posts. I’ve got books stacked all over the house. Some people compulsively buy shoes and handbags. I go in for paperbacks. Back when I had disposable income I thought nothing of dropping $30-$50 a shot at the Waldenbooks in the mall. They’re all crammed into the book room, waiting for me to get back to them for the third or fourth or fifth time.
Electronic may be nice. It would certainly cut out the clutter, and you can’t beat a file for portability. I could have saved myself a lot of time and effort and heavy lifting during my last move if I’d had my library on Kindle.
I wouldn’t know. I don’t own a Kindle or Nook, and I’m in no hurry to get one. Maybe it’s because I grew up in one of the last non-electronic generations, but I still look for the physical comfort of a book in my hands when I want to read. If I ever move again I might change my mind, but I don’t think so. (I can always hire hunky young guys to lift the boxes for me.)
Besides, I’ve heard Amazon can delete files from your Kindle, even if they’ve been bought and paid for. What the hell? I paid for it! It’s mine now! Try taking one of my paperbacks away and see if you make it to the door. Not to mention I’ve lived through a computer crash. Paper doesn’t crash, and Amazon can’t delete it behind your back. Granted, computer files don’t go up in a house fire. I’ll just have to take precautions.
And what’s more impressive—a library with floor-to-ceiling shelves of books stretching back to your childhood, or a Kindle on a coffee table? I don’t think anyone’s ever looked at a Kindle and exclaimed, “Wow, you’ve read all those?”
What brought this on was Harper Voyager’s open call for manuscripts, no agents needed. I had a book I hope matches what they’re looking for, and if I get off my butt before October 14 I might just have another. Here’s the drawback, though: the deal ebook only. There may be a chance of print further down the line, but Harper’s not making any guarantees.
I don’t know if that’s good enough. I happen to like the book I sent, and the book I may also send, if not to Harper then to somewhere else. Both are lengthy enough to justify print, even if it’s just POD. I want my print copies. I want that tangible proof that I’m writer enough that somebody paid me in order to read my stuff.
So what do I do if Harper makes an offer? I’m already thinking that over. I still harbor dreams of seeing my books on the shelf in a bookstore, before bookstores go down the tubes. If Harper can’t promise me print to go with the electronic, or doesn’t want to let me keep my print rights so I can commission my own, I might have to turn them down. I can always go the self-publishing route.
That first book? Eventually it did go to print, and you betcha dupa I got a copy. I’m building a library in a shelf in my bedroom of my scanty output in print. Every now and then I pick one up, riffle through it, and grin like an idiot. Somehow a file on the laptop just doesn’t have the same impact.
Though ask me again if I ever have to pack up 40-odd years worth of book collecting and move them from one location to another. As long as I can get paper backup, I might give Kindle a chance.
Monday, October 1, 2012
Angelic Forecast from Volcano ~ October 1, 2012
Weekly Angelic Forecast from Volcano
Straight from the Carnal Cherub himself...
Angelic Forecast ~ #213
The ancient wisdom of The Dragon surfaces in the mass consciousness of the 'the people' at this critical time in the year, 2012. *Wise up, Rise up* will become the universal meme for those who choose "Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness".
October surprises ~ the theme for the month and especially for this first week. This will be on the world stage and also in your personal life. Likely there will be as many GOOD surprises as 'bad' surprises. It's a balancing act between the benevolent forces and the soulless ones, who would destroy the human race.
On the personal front, this time is a key turning point for many in the area of relationships. Where there has been an ongoing conflict, likely there will either be a good resolution, an 'understanding' reached... or, the relationship will effectively end.
This is important for the future. Given the times ahead, solid relationships are a must. Think: being stranded on a deserted island. Who would you want to be with?
Of course, LOVE is always the sweet cosmic glue, the binding force between all of us human beings. Keep in mind, at this time, 'The Good, Good Vibrations Bombardment'... direct from the angelic realms... is continuing full force. Welcome these loving vibrations.
On the truth front, this month TRUTH blazes brightly across the planet, larger than ever. Meanwhile, the corp-gov criminalization of the people progresses far beyond what many of us ever thought possible.
However, denial of this reality becomes the real enemy. For, only knowing 'the truth' will set us free. We cannot STOP what we keep hidden from ourselves. Thus, every act of courage owns the super power of a star, one that brilliantly lights the way for all of us.
On the AWAKENING front, the golden age of KNOWING is here. This means we as the human race are 'awakening' to what the Controllers have secreted away. For century upon century, like murderous thieves in the night, THEY have stolen our true heritage.
Gold as a commodity may have a certain material value. However, the GOLD within us all, is becoming aware of our true potential and WHO we truly are as the beloveds of the Divine. We are the golden ones.
Further, within this time of AWAKENING, the *false prophets* are now exposed. THOSE who are using and abusing humanity in this way, are found everywhere on the planet, from every walk of life, and from every belief system.
As well, the dark-siders will be bringing forth 'messiah-like' prophets. THEIR intent is to hijack the harmony of the Aquarian Age, and replace it with the hive mind. To protect you and your loved ones, use good sense and your inner discernment.
On the economic front, the corporate stranglehold on the world becomes so obvious to so many, now rises a new breed of individuals determined to slay this dragon of unmitigated greed and corruption.
The cyber warriors will be one group within this 'new breed'. While many already battle in this realm called the worldwide web, their ranks will now grow exponentially.
This week, and for the following month, the stock market, and the economy worldwide, is likely to take a beating, then shoot skyward -- like a 'supposedly' resurrected phoenix. All this 'up and down' is for the sake of political expediency, and to keep 'the people' off kilter. And deeply afraid.
The ongoing manipulation of the economy by the bankster gangster crowd is, of course, also for their own vampire-greedy purposes, and will reach a new level of evil this week. THEY want to suck 'the people' dry.
Remember, the only thing that matters during these times is what you've stocked up on, what you have in your possession, what is usable to you -- and who your friends are.
On the war front, straight out of their evil bag o' tricks, the new world order psychopaths will use several large false flag events to stir the cauldron of war. This, as the month of October progresses.
This week, look for the threat of 'no oil' from the Mideast to be used as a means to rile up the people, and get them on the side of the establishment. This will fail for the most part.
On the home front, as non-issue, idiocracy news rules the mainstream media, more and more people will continue to look for, and rely on alternative sources. Now, a new breed of journalist muckraker rises from the ashes of the lying, dying corp-gov news empire.
On the food front, Farm workers needed! Sadly, there are small speciality farmers who can't find workers, even though they're willing to pay top dollar. This is not from a lack of available talent, but because of the black-widow grip the welfare system has on the people.
Get smart, those of you who are able bodied. Take advantage of this opportunity, and learn how to grow food. Nothing will be more valuable in the future. Nothing.
On the land changes front, BREAKING NEWS: NASA/NOAA Sends Geomagnetic Storm "WARNING" ~
"This is the second strong warning the space and atmospheric agencies have put out for cycle 24. Several coronal mass ejections (CMEs) along with coronal hole and filament discharges have been produced over the last 72 hours. The cumulative effect of these events has caused an unexpected alert. The status of this event has been placed as a G3 'Strong' event. Sep 30, 2012 - 11:37:07 PM"
And, from last week's forecast: "certain changes on the sun will cause a huge disturbance in the Earth force. For the future, this blast of solar frequency will cause some positive genetic alterations in the animal population."
On the energy front, this is a confusing picture right now. For one thing, the dark-side factions are in-fighting over how fast THEY will severely limit energy usage -- in their bid for complete control of the people. Meanwhile, inventions are hot and heavy, but the inventors of these energy devices have no 'good' way to enter the general marketplace.
To state once again: "Consider setting up a backup energy system -- any kind you can manage."
On the paranormal front, CONTACT is escalating. Contact with good angelic beings, contact with time travelers -- contact with extraterrestrials and inner-terrestrials. For, the time has come to free the human race from the Controllers
On the really bad news front, MANY will now be 'feeling' the diabolical matrix of imprisonment that has been setup by the dark-side globalists. Some individuals will go wild trying to break free. Sadly, this also means others will free themselves by taking their lives. That, instead of battling back against their sinister, soulless captors.
Also, look for the downsizing of the economy to take a bigger toll on the people.
On the good news front, the theme is Creativity Unleashed ~ The Time is Now.
Most everyone on the Mother Earth will be awash in this vibe. To what degree depends on how open we are to becoming a purely creative being.
Across the planet, there will be leaps and bounds in creativity, as has been spoken about before. This means, of course, not only within artist personality types, but creativity begins to reign over every aspect of our lives. Also, those who haven't demonstrated much creativity will now do so, and some of them will leap to the forefront.
If you desire, intentionally open yourself to this new cosmic vibe, then watch what happens. You might be in for a very nice surprise.
To quote from a previous forecast: "For, we 'the people' are resonating to the new cosmic frequencies of the Aquarian Age, and our genetic structure is being activated, enhanced. We are becoming new beings."
On the freedom front, HEADLINE: Secession! Lakota Sioux Nation Leaves The Union! *“We are no longer citizens of the United States of America and all those who live in the five-state area that encompasses our country are free to join us,” long-time Native American radical leader Russell Means said.*
As stated in the prior forecast: "From this point forward, renegades will rise from every corner of the Earth, and be from all walks of life. Now, the angels awaken these brave fierce ones to their true destiny. For, the time has come to claim liberty for ALL."
AND, SO IT BEGINS.
Trendwise, there will be a seismic shift in the undercurrents of society as the people awaken to the truth and their power. This will be noticeable in the behavioral changes of those around you.
This trend only escalates, as said in a previous forecast: "Right now, there are several undercurrents rising more and more to the surface. As the AWAKENING soars, the rise of the renegade, the rise of the magician, the rise of the feminine, and the rise of the artist, will be in direct conflict with the agenda of the soulless ones. These global elite, as they are sometimes called, will tighten the reins of their tyranny.
This tightening will be enforced by an increased use of the military, and come in the form of severe economic controls. At this time, freedom is in a fight for its very life. In the year, 2012, freedom will stand or fall. It's all up to humanity, and those who are assisting humanity to live free."
This week as you enjoy Autumn, share your wisdom with a child, and with all those who come to you. For, you are the wisdom bearer now.
Angelic blessings from Volcano & Sedona
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MORE...Volcano’s Angelic Forecast for this week ~ sirenbookstrand.blogspot.com ~
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Savanna
Savanna Kougar ~ Run on the Wild Side of Romance ~
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