Book proposals don't always find a home, even for those of us who have a few books under our belts. This is my favorite chapter from a proposal that earned me a slew of (lovely) rejection letters.
You know.... you could just publish the pages here for paid subscribers... 😉😉😉😁 Maybe you could get a few more upgrades that way too and the rest of us will sit around our cozy fires devices in hand with tea or cocoa. Just a thought.
My husband's chart is all water and last time we had him try and build a fire outside he opened up the heavens and the rain flooded forth. After that I told him I'd build the fires and he could properly douse them out, which is something I've never been able to do completely. 🤣🤣🤣❤️
I love the way it catches... it's own form of life... fire. Watching how the flames dance and tell their story.
Thank you for such a beautiful read this morning as our autumn air is extra crispy and the fire imagery was perfect!
I’m glad it found me as well !! I have a deep love of fire, Venus in Aries (and a few others!). Also just growing up with the responsibility to tend immediately to the fire after getting off the school bus, then as an adult in one of my first homes. Tho I haven’t had fire so close in close to 15 years and I miss it. I do light candles, ceremonially, which does soothe. But there’s nothing like building and maintaining a fire. Thank you.
I love this Maia, it's so beautiful and I recognise myself in it. Collecting every twig I find on our lawn as it's a gift but also useful in our burner. We use wood for heat and hot water. Your writing is so heartfelt and authentic.
Maybe you should self publish or start a publishing company. A protagonist for a different kind of writing and marketing and so on. Just a thought!
I have considered self-publishing. Right now, I'm getting my editing and coaching business up and running (more quickly than intended because the hurricane that came through created unforeseen expenses). But when things are quieter, I'll be thinking about how I want to publish in the future.
I'm not surprised you already thought of it and do understand the need to adapt to your current situation. But I do believe it both options would suit you.
I would love to read more books about your time learning with your herbal teacher. I've read Letting Magic In. Loved it. I have the hardcover and kindle version.
So glad LMI spoke to you! We will have to see what my publishing career looks like going forward. I'm not as willing to jump through hoops as I used to be.
Thank you for sharing this with us. Also, for reminding us of the time and energy needed sometimes. I sincerely hope that your upcoming months are filled with warmth and comfort.
What a lovely reflection on your connection to the forest, the elements of nature, the past with the present. I see and feel the beauty, and reverence, of these experiences. This is a book I would surely read if it were published. Much love to you and your land as navigate the healing process together.
this is beautiful Maia - I would happily read the book!!! I can feel your devotion through the words. Thanks for sharing.....and sending love and healing too.
You know.... you could just publish the pages here for paid subscribers... 😉😉😉😁 Maybe you could get a few more upgrades that way too and the rest of us will sit around our cozy fires devices in hand with tea or cocoa. Just a thought.
My husband's chart is all water and last time we had him try and build a fire outside he opened up the heavens and the rain flooded forth. After that I told him I'd build the fires and he could properly douse them out, which is something I've never been able to do completely. 🤣🤣🤣❤️
I love the way it catches... it's own form of life... fire. Watching how the flames dance and tell their story.
Thank you for such a beautiful read this morning as our autumn air is extra crispy and the fire imagery was perfect!
Ha! Maybe there's something to the astrological connection after all!
And I have thought about writing for paid subscribers.... it might happen!
This is beautiful, thank you for sharing it! So glad you are safe. Wishing you continued protection and nourishing resource 💜
I’m glad it found me as well !! I have a deep love of fire, Venus in Aries (and a few others!). Also just growing up with the responsibility to tend immediately to the fire after getting off the school bus, then as an adult in one of my first homes. Tho I haven’t had fire so close in close to 15 years and I miss it. I do light candles, ceremonially, which does soothe. But there’s nothing like building and maintaining a fire. Thank you.
It's true... fire is a process in the way a candle is not.
I love this Maia, it's so beautiful and I recognise myself in it. Collecting every twig I find on our lawn as it's a gift but also useful in our burner. We use wood for heat and hot water. Your writing is so heartfelt and authentic.
Maybe you should self publish or start a publishing company. A protagonist for a different kind of writing and marketing and so on. Just a thought!
I have considered self-publishing. Right now, I'm getting my editing and coaching business up and running (more quickly than intended because the hurricane that came through created unforeseen expenses). But when things are quieter, I'll be thinking about how I want to publish in the future.
I'm not surprised you already thought of it and do understand the need to adapt to your current situation. But I do believe it both options would suit you.
I would love to read more books about your time learning with your herbal teacher. I've read Letting Magic In. Loved it. I have the hardcover and kindle version.
So glad LMI spoke to you! We will have to see what my publishing career looks like going forward. I'm not as willing to jump through hoops as I used to be.
I also read that book and would love to more about Ireland and studying with that teacher.
We shall see what the future holds!
Thank you for sharing this with us. Also, for reminding us of the time and energy needed sometimes. I sincerely hope that your upcoming months are filled with warmth and comfort.
Many thanks. There were snow flurries here today! Having had the power out for over two weeks, I am incredibly grateful for fire.
The picture you painted of this devotion ✨ gorgeous piece.
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Love and warm fires ♥️🔥♥️🔥
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What a lovely reflection on your connection to the forest, the elements of nature, the past with the present. I see and feel the beauty, and reverence, of these experiences. This is a book I would surely read if it were published. Much love to you and your land as navigate the healing process together.
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this is beautiful Maia - I would happily read the book!!! I can feel your devotion through the words. Thanks for sharing.....and sending love and healing too.
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