(My Original Blog Post: -*http://www.cynnara.com/home/2009/02/11/just-released-cupid-shoots-she-scores/)
It's out! It's out! That's right, my latest book- Cupid Shoots, She Scores is finally out! You can find out more at http://www.loose-id.com/prod-Cupid_Shoots,_She_Scores_-902.aspx
I love this cover and the book. In it are some important dedications to people who helped this book to be the best it could be and there are some people I accidentally left out in the dedication. Without all of you-- I'd never have gotten this book done and THANK YOU!
*goes off to celebrate*
Wednesday, February 11, 2009
Saturday, February 07, 2009
Sex Ed with Mistress Cynnara- Uninhibited Sex
(My Original Blog Post: -*http://www.cynnara.com/home/2009/02/07/sexed-uninhibited_sex/)
I realize I'm a bit behind on this week's Mistress Cynnara, and I beg the indulgence. There are reasons, mostly physical, I couldn't handle sitting in a chair for longer than fifteen minutes at a time, or standing for more than ten for the past two days, so I apologize for not getting today's talk done on Thursday.
Mistress Cynnara- You talk about sex and sexuality, but one thing I've not seen talk about is just great, uninhibited sex. No kink, just hot, erotic sex. Is that just out of style now? ---- Curious in Cairo
I realize I'm a bit behind on this week's Mistress Cynnara, and I beg the indulgence. There are reasons, mostly physical, I couldn't handle sitting in a chair for longer than fifteen minutes at a time, or standing for more than ten for the past two days, so I apologize for not getting today's talk done on Thursday.
Mistress Cynnara- You talk about sex and sexuality, but one thing I've not seen talk about is just great, uninhibited sex. No kink, just hot, erotic sex. Is that just out of style now? ---- Curious in Cairo
Monday, February 02, 2009
Pagan- Altar Making
(My Original Blog Post: -*http://www.cynnara.com/home/2009/02/02/pagan-altar-making/)
Altars are not just for human or animal sacrifice. In fact, an altar is for communing in a spiritual manner to the universe and those whom we believe in. Some people have shrines, go to church, etc. Having an altar is a way of bringing the divine home and opening you up to your spirituality.
Altars are not just for human or animal sacrifice. In fact, an altar is for communing in a spiritual manner to the universe and those whom we believe in. Some people have shrines, go to church, etc. Having an altar is a way of bringing the divine home and opening you up to your spirituality.
Friday, January 30, 2009
SexEd with Mistress Cynnara- Medical Issues
(My Original Blog Post: -*http://www.cynnara.com/home/?p=332)
Today's topic is not a fun one. In fact, it's one of those topics we do not want to spend time on, when we could be having fantastic sex. Yet, at one time or another, everyone gets sick. Sometimes, what happens is that something develops, and it changes everything in how we enjoy or can play in sex. Yes, this topic relates a bit to my other one, but it's also very personal right now.
Today's topic is not a fun one. In fact, it's one of those topics we do not want to spend time on, when we could be having fantastic sex. Yet, at one time or another, everyone gets sick. Sometimes, what happens is that something develops, and it changes everything in how we enjoy or can play in sex. Yes, this topic relates a bit to my other one, but it's also very personal right now.
Thursday, December 04, 2008
Sex Ed with Mistress Cynnara- BDSM 101- The Dominant
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Monday, December 01, 2008
Psychology- Residual Feelings
Recently, one of my dear friends emailed me about something that's been bothering him. Now, you have to understand, he's a fellow writer and ofttimes we use our emotional responses to certain things to help us in our writing but he asked about something that made me realize it was something to discuss.
Was thinking, the problem I’m having now emotionally is that I seem to have residual feelings of anger that won’t go away like the big stuff has. What can you do to remove the residuals?
Was thinking, the problem I’m having now emotionally is that I seem to have residual feelings of anger that won’t go away like the big stuff has. What can you do to remove the residuals?
Sunday, November 30, 2008
Pagan- Why the Ritual in Magick?
I know I spoke a bit on this topic, but today, I want to delve a bit more into detail on the hows, whys and explain why there are some cliches that are found within the pagan community which will always be there. Everyone has a ritual in how they do things- in fact, for many in the US, they participated in a huge ritual on Thursday. That's right- those who did a traditional Thanksgiving, have repeated a ritual that was handed down to them from their ancestors. Which makes you wonder- what is ritual and what place does it have in our lives?
Friday, November 28, 2008
Sex Ed with Mistress Cynnara- BDSM 101
Mistress Cynnara- I know you're called a mistress because you engage in sexual BDSM. But honestly, what is BDSM? Is it just another form of kink? How do you know if you're truly into the world of BDSM? --- Tie Me Up and Spank Me in Texas
BDSM is a hot topic right now in many areas- from television, books, and more. Why? Because people are realizing that kink and the deeper ingrained needs aren't just the usual missionary or woman superior sex anymore. What's more important, great strides have been made, including the DSM (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders) have declared that BDSM activities are part of normal life, as long as they, like most things, are not taken in the extreme.
BDSM is a hot topic right now in many areas- from television, books, and more. Why? Because people are realizing that kink and the deeper ingrained needs aren't just the usual missionary or woman superior sex anymore. What's more important, great strides have been made, including the DSM (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders) have declared that BDSM activities are part of normal life, as long as they, like most things, are not taken in the extreme.
Thursday, November 27, 2008
Personal- Happy Thanksgiving
Happy Thanksgiving to all fellow Americans. To everyone else in the universe, happy Thursday. Today, my country celebrates the harsh and hard times of the Pilgrims. It also celebrates with thanks that the local Indian tribes took pity on the English and helped them out.
Tuesday, November 25, 2008
Pagan: Why I'm considered an Eclectic Pagan
The past few days, I've been thinking on the non-fiction book dealing with paganism I've been wanting to write. How my beliefs and my growing knowledge has led me to honouring not just part of my ethnic heritages but the idea of all being important to my spiritual and mental health. Most people learn one tradition, thinking that it's the end all be all of their beliefs. Whether it's druidism, Asatru, Christianity, Islam, Buddhism, or any other religion, there are very few that teach that other beliefs are valid. (There are a few religions, and I applaud their ability to be open and to see the value inherent of others.) But my ethnic heritage is in direct opposition to that thought process. I'm a mutt and damn proud of it. Lithuanian, Dutch, French (okay ,this I like that it's Breton French), German, Polish, and Russian. Recently, we found out we may also have some Jewish heritage. It's a heritage that has had people who were conquered, beaten, yet clung to their beliefs and when called for, merged with others they loved and brought their beliefs into a new family. It's a collection of beliefs from paganism onwards to Christianity that's unique and more importantly-- important for me to savor and be proud of.
My male talks about how what his ancestors did have no bearing on how he is or what he believes. I smile and nod alot. He makes his own belief choice, but it's not without the influence of his ancestors. Don't believe me- ask him why it's important to have a Traditional Thanksgiving. *rolls eyes* Tradition and family beliefs count for a lot, even for those who say they don't let the past dictate who and what they believe in.
For me, it's not a matter that I'm wanting to believe what my ancestors did. It's learning what they believed in, discovering what is important for me to incorporate into my daily life, and further, to make sure that belief system is never forgotten. I joke around about the story called the Repository, but among my closest friends and among those who know how I am-- I am the Repository for belief systems. I've made a study of them for years and years. I've collected how many people worshipped, how the religion is being reconstructed in the places where knowledge is lacking and more. For me, our past is just as important as our future. Without one, you will never succeed in the other.
Being eclectic doesn't mean picking and choosing only the cool stuff, it means that sometimes the hard stuff- the stuff I'd rather avoid is also included in my beliefs and what I do. Why? Because it's not just the easy, fun things that make me who I am, but also the hard things. Most of my family left their homes in Germany, Poland, France, Holland to come to America. They left in a time when national pride was part and parcel of being their nationalities. Yet, they left seeking something better in a new nation that would give them the chance of freedom of beliefs. So, for me, it's taking the history, the beliefs of my ancestors and the beliefs of the peoples who were there long before and integrating what not just feels right, but what will benefit me and those whom I serve.
Take a look at your own family history. What is your ethnicity? How far back can you trace your family tree? If your family has been established there for a while, think on this- what was the area before it was forcibly Christianized? What family traditions do you enjoy that are based in those oldest of beliefs? What else among what you do honours those traditions and the path you lead now?
Being eclectic isn't a bad thing. It's a place where you can enjoy your past, your present and your future. It's a place that accepts that our world is smaller now than it's ever been, allowing us not only to accept the good and the bad, but to bring into play our global family, who shares many similar beliefs as well. (continue reading &aquo;)
My male talks about how what his ancestors did have no bearing on how he is or what he believes. I smile and nod alot. He makes his own belief choice, but it's not without the influence of his ancestors. Don't believe me- ask him why it's important to have a Traditional Thanksgiving. *rolls eyes* Tradition and family beliefs count for a lot, even for those who say they don't let the past dictate who and what they believe in.
For me, it's not a matter that I'm wanting to believe what my ancestors did. It's learning what they believed in, discovering what is important for me to incorporate into my daily life, and further, to make sure that belief system is never forgotten. I joke around about the story called the Repository, but among my closest friends and among those who know how I am-- I am the Repository for belief systems. I've made a study of them for years and years. I've collected how many people worshipped, how the religion is being reconstructed in the places where knowledge is lacking and more. For me, our past is just as important as our future. Without one, you will never succeed in the other.
Being eclectic doesn't mean picking and choosing only the cool stuff, it means that sometimes the hard stuff- the stuff I'd rather avoid is also included in my beliefs and what I do. Why? Because it's not just the easy, fun things that make me who I am, but also the hard things. Most of my family left their homes in Germany, Poland, France, Holland to come to America. They left in a time when national pride was part and parcel of being their nationalities. Yet, they left seeking something better in a new nation that would give them the chance of freedom of beliefs. So, for me, it's taking the history, the beliefs of my ancestors and the beliefs of the peoples who were there long before and integrating what not just feels right, but what will benefit me and those whom I serve.
Take a look at your own family history. What is your ethnicity? How far back can you trace your family tree? If your family has been established there for a while, think on this- what was the area before it was forcibly Christianized? What family traditions do you enjoy that are based in those oldest of beliefs? What else among what you do honours those traditions and the path you lead now?
Being eclectic isn't a bad thing. It's a place where you can enjoy your past, your present and your future. It's a place that accepts that our world is smaller now than it's ever been, allowing us not only to accept the good and the bad, but to bring into play our global family, who shares many similar beliefs as well. (continue reading &aquo;)
Monday, November 24, 2008
Match Game- Ghost Style
A while back, I had a story in the Spirited anthology entitled Match Game, Ghost Style. Well, Loose Id, in its wonderfulness, decided to make it a classic, releasing it into it's own book with a brand new cover. I admit, the cover is PERFECT for what I envisioned for Shari.
Isn't it beautiful? I love this story, which is dedicated to my soul twin and one of my best friends ever. What I love most about this story and the cover is that it allowed me to get deeper into the fictional city I created in Florida. So imagine my surprise to find out there is a REAL city that shares the name with my imaginary one. I will say this- at least my city has interesting street names. LOL
I updated the website with the new cover and the link. I'm SOOO happy with this rerelease of sorts.
Let me know what you think!
Buying Info: http://loose-id.net/detail.aspx?ID=851
Blurb:
Dia de los Muertos, the Day of the Dead is here and for Ben Cameron, this holiday is painful without his best friend, Manuel “Manny” Cervantes. For Shari Livingston, this is a day to remember just how much Manny has done for all of their friends, but she never expects Manny to appear at the Dumb Supper she and the others have put together or to make to demand that she and Ben admit their true feelings for one another.
However, Manny the ghost isn’t about to let them get away with just sleeping together to make him happy. He knows more about them than they want to admit even to themselves.
Can this matchmaking ghost get Ben and Shari together or will he be forced to play the ultimate match game to show the love between them both? (continue reading &aquo;)
Isn't it beautiful? I love this story, which is dedicated to my soul twin and one of my best friends ever. What I love most about this story and the cover is that it allowed me to get deeper into the fictional city I created in Florida. So imagine my surprise to find out there is a REAL city that shares the name with my imaginary one. I will say this- at least my city has interesting street names. LOLI updated the website with the new cover and the link. I'm SOOO happy with this rerelease of sorts.
Let me know what you think!
Buying Info: http://loose-id.net/detail.aspx?ID=851
Blurb:
Dia de los Muertos, the Day of the Dead is here and for Ben Cameron, this holiday is painful without his best friend, Manuel “Manny” Cervantes. For Shari Livingston, this is a day to remember just how much Manny has done for all of their friends, but she never expects Manny to appear at the Dumb Supper she and the others have put together or to make to demand that she and Ben admit their true feelings for one another.
However, Manny the ghost isn’t about to let them get away with just sleeping together to make him happy. He knows more about them than they want to admit even to themselves.
Can this matchmaking ghost get Ben and Shari together or will he be forced to play the ultimate match game to show the love between them both? (continue reading &aquo;)
Sunday, November 23, 2008
Flash Fiction- Guess what Fairytale?
Ann Vremont posted links to a beautiful fairytale scene she created. Then she challenged people on the Changeling Press Yahoo group to come up with a flash fiction. So...I came up with one. Gods only knows what will happen next. LOL
These are the piccies- http://www.annvremont.com/images/fairylights_3_1024.jpg and a lighter version- http://www.annvremont.com/images/fairylights_2_1024.jpg
These are the piccies- http://www.annvremont.com/images/fairylights_3_1024.jpg and a lighter version- http://www.annvremont.com/images/fairylights_2_1024.jpg
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