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Pay Attention! An Interview with Modern Muse Aha-Phrodite

By Molly J. Anderson-Childers & Jill Badonsky

Q: Any advice for mortals who have trouble staying in the present moment? What tools can you share to help us stay centered in the present, rather than worrying about the past and obsessing about the future?

A: Hi Molly and other sundry Mortals. Pay attention here: There is nothing but the present, be here now, and you must be present to win. But then again it's so not creative to cliche' all over Mortals. So let me plug into intuition...which is an easy thing to remember…into intu-ition...get it? Intuition is where there's grace, peace, and the promise that possibility burst into sizzling certainty. More »

Nurture Your Creativity: List What You're Thankful For
By Chris Dunmire
I'm drawn to November's Thanksgiving Day holiday for its focus on perennial thanks giving in expressions of joy and gratitude for the abundance we have in our lives. It's one holiday that brings families together for a shared experience in togetherness around hearth and home, even if it does include family drama or overdone turkey!

Popcorn Art: What Do YOU See in the Popped Kernel?
By Chris Dunmire
Inspired by Harry Kalenberg's popcorn sculptures combined with "cloud gazing" with your imagination, my popcorn art project will give your brain a creative starchy workout!

There's no wrong way to do popcorn art, so you can totally relax and have fun with this. To scope out your options and the pros and cons between doing your art hands-on vs. on the computer, read through this entire project below and use the guidelines and tips to get you started. Want some more ideas and inspiration for your popcorn art? Check out Irene Anderson's Popcorn Art Gallery »

Actress Emily Blunt — A Power of Intention Wizard
By Valery Satterwhite
Actress Emily Blunt walked into her audition and firmly announced "I'm here to play Queen Victoria and I'm not leaving until you give me the job." She then focused and commanded every scrap of energy and talent within her to deliver her best performance possible and did not leave that audition until she was awarded the role.

Raised Stencil Designs: Sparkling Snowflake Christmas Ornaments
By Joy St. Germain
Raised stencil snowflake ornaments sparkle during the day and glow at night. They're unique, colorful and very easy to create. Decorative raised stencils (aka Dimensional or 3D stencils) aren’t just for walls. You can use them to create Christmas ornaments, window decorations, wall art or holiday gifts. See also: Glittering Snowflakes on Glass