I would love to hear a feminist analysis of this, but I don't think I'm studied enough in feminist theory to do it justice. But the themes of this tale are still true of all us dreamers. Here I continue my analysis of the story of two queens and how their dreams correlate with us… Continue reading Pirate queens get a happily ever after too
Category: for the Creatives
Our pirate queen woes
Hasn't everyone always wanted a musical where the female alto is the lead and the female soprano is the villain? Wish granted! With pirates, no less. What more could you want? This post continues my summary of the story of two queens, analyzing how it depicts us dreamer souls *Psst! Read part 1 here* Sidebar: See,… Continue reading Our pirate queen woes
We’re all pirate queens
Under-appreciated. Emotional. Irish. I'd like to think I'm two of those things, but the Pirate Queen musical gets all three 😉 So while recommending this soundtrack that I just can't be rid of, I thought I'd share how we all are basicly pirate queens. Us creative souls, us dreamers, we can relate to the ups… Continue reading We’re all pirate queens
Build it before Ellen DeGeneres shows up
You get stuck in an elevator with Ellen DeGeneres. This sounds like one of her pranks waiting to happen, but it's really not. You're just stuck there. And you start talking about your dream. the book you have in you the music you're making the product you present to the world the nonprofit you're creating the… Continue reading Build it before Ellen DeGeneres shows up
Sometimes to-do lists aren’t boring
I certainly don't want a boring to-do list. Granted, I do have a to-do list probably similar to yours, piled high with the following: laundry schedule eye exam speak with IRA investment advisor taxes change banking contact info I know. You don't want to read anymore of that list. I don't either 😉 but let's have… Continue reading Sometimes to-do lists aren’t boring
Lessons from a 6-Year-Old Blogger
That's right, there's a 6-year-old in the blogosphere. Check out ghostinthecloset.wordpress.com for the kid's writing. I read every single post. And there's alot you can learn from a 6-year-old. It's okay to have an incentive...this kid is in it for a Kindle. Keep it simple, short and snappy...it doesn't have to be long and eloquent to… Continue reading Lessons from a 6-Year-Old Blogger
Creative Fashion on an Artist’s Budget
Maybe you're a writer. Or painter. Or dancer. Or card maker, flower arranger, or really any type of creative soul. Now it's time to look the part. One thing about artists, they know how to pick their wardrobe. It's not boring. It's rambunctious. Daring. Eclectic. Bold patterns, bright colors, varying styles. (Side note: Maybe you're one… Continue reading Creative Fashion on an Artist’s Budget
The Award for Saying “No”
I recently attended an awards ceremony with some coworkers. As the host rattled off all the achievements of the award recipients - career, parenting, volunteering, church involvement, chair and member of various boards, alongside various other activities and accomplishments - wow! I realized: "I will NEVER receive an award like this." Maybe you think I'm… Continue reading The Award for Saying “No”
A Letter to the Unsure Dreamer
Dear Unsure Dreamer, Wow. I know, the place you're in sucks. I think we all end up unsure at some time or another. Maybe fear is crushing your confidence. Maybe you want something you just can't afford to have - and I'm not talking about money, I'm talking about cost. Your energy, your time, your… Continue reading A Letter to the Unsure Dreamer
Do You Have a Book in You?
If you’ve ever wondered if you could write a book, should write a book, or if you’ve dabbled with writing and wondered if it’s worth a shot to pursue it more seriously, I have news for you! I have a new FREE online class to help you answer these questions: --Do I really have a book… Continue reading Do You Have a Book in You?