My apologies, avid readers! This blogging stuff is a lot of work! Due to my complete lack of desire to multitask, and daily efforts on a new short story, I will be taking a break from posting until the short story is complete. Please feel free to comment in the meantime if you miss me! It may even entice me to come back early!
Monday, March 18, 2013
Friday, March 15, 2013
Word of the Day: March 15
Quixotic: foolishly impractical pursuits, especially regarding romantic ventures or chivalrous actions
Today I am in love with love. I am celebrating my third anniversary with my other half. His name is Bill, and I love him dearly.
Perhaps I am alone in this, but I am always in awe of how love can beat the odds. I grew up in a divorced family and have seen heartbreaks triumph over happiness enough times to cause an irreversible callous on my heart. Thankfully, that has not happened yet and I hope it never does. I am thankful every day for my relationship and a person who wants to work as a team with me, but I still can't shake my belief that love, in and of itself, seems very irrational. Yet whether I believe it is rational or not, the love perseveres. It is in those feelings that this word builds its home, where it stands strong against the nay-sayers and rough winds that come to destroy its progress. I chose this word today because it laughs in the face of statistics and declares that "Love is enough."
Here is an example of how to use this starry-eyed word:
She was a princess and he was a pauper, but as he promised her the future and the world, quixotic vows etched a bond deeper than the ink on any marriage contract.
I encourage you to get to know this word better, to let your hair down and enjoy each other's company. Take it on a spontaneous trip around the world or perhaps declare your unconditional love for it. Don't think, just do.
Today I am in love with love. I am celebrating my third anniversary with my other half. His name is Bill, and I love him dearly.
Perhaps I am alone in this, but I am always in awe of how love can beat the odds. I grew up in a divorced family and have seen heartbreaks triumph over happiness enough times to cause an irreversible callous on my heart. Thankfully, that has not happened yet and I hope it never does. I am thankful every day for my relationship and a person who wants to work as a team with me, but I still can't shake my belief that love, in and of itself, seems very irrational. Yet whether I believe it is rational or not, the love perseveres. It is in those feelings that this word builds its home, where it stands strong against the nay-sayers and rough winds that come to destroy its progress. I chose this word today because it laughs in the face of statistics and declares that "Love is enough."
Here is an example of how to use this starry-eyed word:
She was a princess and he was a pauper, but as he promised her the future and the world, quixotic vows etched a bond deeper than the ink on any marriage contract.
I encourage you to get to know this word better, to let your hair down and enjoy each other's company. Take it on a spontaneous trip around the world or perhaps declare your unconditional love for it. Don't think, just do.
Word of the Day: March 14
Noumenon: a thing or event that is believed or known about, despite its inability to be detected via the five human senses
This word can be used to describe something that leaves room for uncertainty, as you cannot taste, see, hear, smell, or feel it. From infancy, we use our senses as a primary method of learning, yet isn't it always the unseen that becomes our favorite to explore? Think about it. God, love, aliens and ghosts (if you believe in that sort of thing) all leave room for questions. And though centuries of questions have been left unanswered, there are so many people who still dedicate their lives to chasing the unknown.
Here's an example of how to use this elusive word:
Eric was hesitant to believe in ghostly creatures, but a baffling brush of his arm in an empty room made him acutely aware of the noumenon's presence.
Give this word some credit despite its lack of tangibility. You may be surprised how useful the unseen can be.
This word can be used to describe something that leaves room for uncertainty, as you cannot taste, see, hear, smell, or feel it. From infancy, we use our senses as a primary method of learning, yet isn't it always the unseen that becomes our favorite to explore? Think about it. God, love, aliens and ghosts (if you believe in that sort of thing) all leave room for questions. And though centuries of questions have been left unanswered, there are so many people who still dedicate their lives to chasing the unknown.
Here's an example of how to use this elusive word:
Eric was hesitant to believe in ghostly creatures, but a baffling brush of his arm in an empty room made him acutely aware of the noumenon's presence.
Give this word some credit despite its lack of tangibility. You may be surprised how useful the unseen can be.
Wednesday, March 13, 2013
Hump Day Book #4: Bet Me
As it should be, you prude, some of you are saying. And I agree. Hump Day has a warm place in my heart, and other unmentionables, but I certainly bit off a lot to chew with weekly romance book reviews. Alas, I will stick to my guns and follow through.
This week's book is written by a Goodreads Author (if you do not know what Goodreads is, you are totally out of the popular reader's circle...it is the online mecca for book reviews, recommendations, and sometimes free borrowing). Jennifer Crusie's Bet Me is the definition of chick-lit before 50 Shades came on the scene, and has all the humor, sexual tension, and junk food references a girl needs.
The story details the meeting and eventual relationship of Minerva and Cal, who seem anything but destined for one another at the beginning. He appears to have taken her on a date to fulfill the debt of a lost bet, and by the end of said date she is resigned to never see Cal again. Unfortunately, good old fate steps in as it does in every romance novel, and he shakes things up royally.
You can read the rest to see what happens. Just bring a couple Krispy Kremes with you before settling into your recliner. It should help you identify with the character more, right?
Word of the Day: March 13
Opalescent: exhibiting a milky iridescence like that of an opal
Well, this word seems like a good choice for a Hump Day. For those of you who don't know what an opal is, it is a precious stone (birthstone for all you October babies) and in its precious form, it somewhat resembles the iridescent qualities of a pearl. Though this word would make good use of itself describing gemstones, it could also be used to describe the complexion of a lover.
For example:
The linen sheet dropped just low enough to reveal her form, opalescent skin glistening in candlelight, drawing a shadowy path across her neck to her chest to the delicate hearth that would capture his soul.
Take an insurance policy out on this one and keep a velvet bag handy, because this precious jewel is one you will want to keep around for a while. This word is the kind that only becomes more valuable with age.
Well, this word seems like a good choice for a Hump Day. For those of you who don't know what an opal is, it is a precious stone (birthstone for all you October babies) and in its precious form, it somewhat resembles the iridescent qualities of a pearl. Though this word would make good use of itself describing gemstones, it could also be used to describe the complexion of a lover.
For example:
The linen sheet dropped just low enough to reveal her form, opalescent skin glistening in candlelight, drawing a shadowy path across her neck to her chest to the delicate hearth that would capture his soul.
Take an insurance policy out on this one and keep a velvet bag handy, because this precious jewel is one you will want to keep around for a while. This word is the kind that only becomes more valuable with age.
Word of the Day: March 12
Pontific: relating to pontiffs, priests, or popes; papal
I chose this word today because the papal conclave is smeared across every network television station worldwide. While I am not Roman Catholic, I respect the tradition of this whole ceremony and have high hopes for whomever is chosen to take the place of Pope Benedict.
This word can be used to describe specifically papal duties, or to describe a person or activity that would be considered pompous or dogmatic in nature.
Here is an example of how to use the word:
It became commonplace for company to feign deafness when the Baron began his postulations, each pontific thought lasting no less than thirty minutes before conclusion.
If you are going to the Vatican any time soon, bring this word along in your carry on. And if you see any white smoke coming out of the chimney, let us know!
I chose this word today because the papal conclave is smeared across every network television station worldwide. While I am not Roman Catholic, I respect the tradition of this whole ceremony and have high hopes for whomever is chosen to take the place of Pope Benedict.
This word can be used to describe specifically papal duties, or to describe a person or activity that would be considered pompous or dogmatic in nature.
Here is an example of how to use the word:
It became commonplace for company to feign deafness when the Baron began his postulations, each pontific thought lasting no less than thirty minutes before conclusion.
If you are going to the Vatican any time soon, bring this word along in your carry on. And if you see any white smoke coming out of the chimney, let us know!
Word of the Day: March 11
Capitulate: to surrender to opposition or unwelcome demands
I thought this would be an interesting word to choose considering the past few short stories I recommended for reading. I am currently in the process of writing a short story about a young woman who is caught in a less than savory situation, and is left with no choice but to capitulate to a captor. It can be used with less serious intent, but let's be frank - we all love reading the drama. So use this one with the big guns.
Here's an example of how to use this one from your arsenal:
Damien spoke with a voice as sweet as a harp, but the words he used confirmed her greatest fear; if Elinor did not capitulate to every haunting request, she had no hopes of leaving his apartment alive.
Stand strong with this one, and don't let it see your weak spots. If you put on your big boy (or girl) pants and show it who's boss, it may just back down.
I thought this would be an interesting word to choose considering the past few short stories I recommended for reading. I am currently in the process of writing a short story about a young woman who is caught in a less than savory situation, and is left with no choice but to capitulate to a captor. It can be used with less serious intent, but let's be frank - we all love reading the drama. So use this one with the big guns.
Here's an example of how to use this one from your arsenal:
Damien spoke with a voice as sweet as a harp, but the words he used confirmed her greatest fear; if Elinor did not capitulate to every haunting request, she had no hopes of leaving his apartment alive.
Stand strong with this one, and don't let it see your weak spots. If you put on your big boy (or girl) pants and show it who's boss, it may just back down.
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