Hollywoodland

While I was in the shower this morning I had the radio cranked up and a song came on that reminded me it had inspired one of my stories, so I got to thinking about other songs that inspired me (either before or after I’d written something).

Oh, the song that came on the radio this morning? Wonder by Natalie Merchant. There are a set of lines that go like this:

fate smiled and destiny
laughed as she came to my cradle
“know this child will be able”
laughed as she came to my mother
“know this child will not suffer”
laughed as my body she lifted
“know this child will be gifted
with love, with patience
and with faith
she’ll make her way”

I’ve heard people discuss it as fitting for those with Down’s Syndrome, which I can see. But to me and my muse, it’s more about magic.

Has a song ever inspired you? Or do your books have theme music?

Today’s astro silliness:

“Make sure you get your daily dosage of laughter in and try to come out of your shell a bit more. (I wasn’t aware I needed a daily dosage of laughter, though I guess it’s good advice. ) This is an important time for you to let go of your inhibitions and open yourself up to the world. (And be Bad?) You may find that there is a sober tone to your emotions, but this can be easily overcome as long as you keep your chin up. (There’s nothing like depressed family members to cheer me right up. Er… that didn’t come out quite the way I intended. What I mean is when one or the other of my parents are depressed or negative, I have this compunction to be Little Mary Sunshine.) There is no reason for you to be gloomy.”

“Making a move in the realm of romance now might lead to a wee bit of frustration (No kidding! I live in the Back of Beyond, remember? )—maybe the response isn’t quite what you want, or maybe you’re left hanging. Perhaps waiting a bit is best. (Yeah, maybe I’ll have better luck when/if I ever get to move to Vegas, baby!)”

“Feel like you’re spinning your wheels socially? (*snicker* See above.) Shell out some bucks and join that new club or professional group. (What? Future Farmers of America? Four H? Not that I’m denigrating those organizations! I think they’re great. They’re just not for ME.) The boost it will give your love life (Thought I was supposed to wait a bit?)—and your career (Okay, maybe they DON’T mean anything agricultural…)—will be more than worth it.”

And a new feature here at the Nuthouse, my WEEKLY horoscopel Try to contain your enthusiasm and excitement!

“Mercury and Venus continue to be in your sign for most of this week, which is great for getting what you want. (Oooo! Promises, promises!) You have ideas and you want to get them off the ground, so talk to people and reach out to make vital connections. (Hey! Maybe this means I’ll be doing some brainstorming with my returning from RWA National critique group!) Use this chance to be heard and to make sure that others really take in what you have to say to them. (:whoo: Sounds like I get to boss you guys around, too!) Mars has just moved into Virgo so it is stirring up your communication zone and helping you to get into contact with others, especially if you haven’t heard from them for a while. (Cool!) If you write, teach or enjoy studying this may be a very active period in this regard as well. (Yes!!! ) You may have more administrative matters to deal with than usual. (Ugh. BOR-ing!) The Sun has moved into Leo and your personal financial zone which is highlighting this area and pacing the emphasis on one area of frustration that you may have had to deal with. On Wednesday the Sun squares Jupiter which may put you in a bold and rather overconfident mood. (Bad Girls R Us! ) Try not to take a risk with your money if you feel this way as you may end up losing out. (‘Kay!) This is not a great aspect for gambling. ”

On the writing front, I only managed about half a page last night. But that’s better than nothing.

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