Posts Tagged: Immortal Monday
I’m back! Truly back and in full swing. Let’s get this immortal party started! Immortality. What could be more fitting for Immortal Monday than gods and the creation of them? Today we’re lucky enough to have the fabulous author Krystal Wade here with her young adult fantasy, Wilde’s Fire (Darkness Falls Trilogy), where she’s created…
The word is often used in salutations in Hawaii, as in “hello” or “goodbye.” But the word Aloha actually means affection, peace, compassion and mercy. It really is a beautiful word if you stop and think about it. It has become the state’s nickname, the Aloha state. I’m unplugged this week. The family and I are…
The countdown is on. Only four short days until crowds everywhere storm the theaters for the much anticipated final installment in the Twilight series: Breaking Dawn. Will you be there? I will – NOT. Yep. I bought my ticket excited at the prospect of a girl’s night out, the kids safely at home. A day…
In the wake of Sandy, Immortal Monday is stepping back and taking a look at the legendary city of Atlantis, believed to be destroyed by nature’s fury. Historians and adventurers have searched for her for so long that many have thought the city to be nothing more than a myth. So famous is the legend…
Oh, to love without return. To be pursued without end. This is the story of our immortals, Daphne and Apollo. We explored Apollo a few weeks ago on Immortal Monday, and at that time some interest was expressed in learning more about Daphne. Daphne, the daughter of the river god, Peneus, was a lovely Naiad…
In Norse mythology there are nine worlds, all connected by the World tree, Yggdrasil. If you saw the movie Thor, than you heard this little spiel as Thor and Jane sat by a small bonfire under the stars. Each world is significantly placed within this tree, with Asgard being at the top. Odin, father of…
If you have been following my blog regularly, you may have noticed I’ve been a little quieter than usual. Thank goodness for Immortal Mondays! Right? I love getting out here and talking to you, meeting new people. But I’ve had a few project deadlines as of late. Both mine (hit the send on my submission…
I think it’s high time we return to our Greek god series here on Immortal Monday. Wouldn’t you agree? When you think of the god Apollo, do visions of the sun god come to mind? Did you know Apollo wasn’t always known for the sun, but for prophecy, music and healing? That’s right, healing. A…
As students head back to school and parents get back into the groove of studying and homework, let’s indulge in a little story of old today on Immortal Monday. A legend, if you will. The Way of the Werebeast (Warning : Not for the faint of heart. Vivid content) In a century long past, there…
If you’re a fan of the Sookie books or the HBO series, True Blood, you get a slightly different Pam in either one. But one thing that stays true is her dark wit. She’s anything but sweet. She’s tough and loyal to the end. And I adore her! In honor of Pam and her maker…
What hides and avoid detection in deep water sources – most of the time? You guessed it, Sea Monsters. I’m not above taking request here at Immortal Monday. It might take a while, as in the case of this one – sorry Paige! – but I usually get around to them, eventually. I hear the…
I have a special treat for you here at Immortal Monday. Reetta Raitanen has graciously agreed to share a bit of her specialized knowledge and I’m more than please to hand the reins over for the day. If you aren’t familiar with Reetta and her fabulous Link Feast, I highly suggest you check them out. They’re by far…
