I know the picture below is rather morbid, but I thought it was rather interesting that this couple died in each others embrace and that their remains remained perfectly intact 5,000 years later!
And what was even more ironic about these two lovers is that their remains were found not far from the same city where the world’s most famous lovers resided as well – Romeo & Juliet.
Anyway, I wish you all a happy and prosperous New Year!
I would like to apologize for not entering a post for a couple of weeks. I’ve been very busy. I know, I know it sounds really cliche but I have. Over the past two weeks, I’ve submitted two stories to Ellora’s Cave. I’m still waiting to hear back regarding one of them the other my editor had issues with the heroine, which I need to tweak. I’m also preparing the first three chapters of another story to submit to a literary agent who requested to see more of one of my stories. And then on my day job, we launched a new website so…I have been busy as you can see:)
Well I’m off to do a little critiquing and grocery shopping. So if I do not post again tomorrow, I wish you all a very Merry Christmas and a safe, healthy, and Happy New Year!
Hello everyone,
I recently received my first ‘professional review’! Seems like it took a decree from the Pope to get one…but I’m happy nevertheless.
Well, today starts the official countdown to Christmas. It’s that time of year where we all lose a sense of reality and forget we’re already in debt up to our eyeballs. But we still fall into that mad rush to find Susie Q or Little Bobby Joe that must have toy, which sadly to say may or may not be toxic to their health.
Oh well, let me stop being such a Grinch and inpart my own holiday bliss by kicking off the season with the Beverly Center’s Hunky Santa, who aims to spice up the holidays!
Click the link to enjoy: http://cosmos.bcst.yahoo.com/ver/250.1/popup/index.php?cl=5218200
Also, keep checking back because the fun doesn’t end here everyone! Since I’m such a big fan of the Golden Globes, I’ve decided to give the Holiday Foreign Press Association a little help in selecting the five nominees for Best Actor. It’s sure to be a treat!
Have a great week-end:)
Koko
It’s Fall Again…it’s Time to Conceive!
According to Hallmark Greeting cards, more birthdays fall between the months of August and October more than at any other time of the year. In fact, 20% more babies are born in August than in February. And even the CDC confirms the rates of STDs rise as well.
Although many people think the reason for this increase in the horizontal tango is attributed to the fact that it’s cold outside and humans naturally seek the warmth of another. But there is actual scientific evidence that provides a better explanation for why people are more prone to do the wild thing during the fall and winter months. And not just because its cold outside or someone’s spiked the egg nog at one too many holiday parties.
According to a recent study, seasonal changes affect our testosterone levels. This hormone, often associated with aggressiveness or physical brawn, causes our body fat to shift thus altering our shapes and figures – the most evident changes occurring around our midsections. And here I thought it was my father’s sweet potato pie!
It seems when testosterone levels fall in men they tend to retain more fat around the midsection. The exact opposite holds true for women resulting in a reduction of fat in the same area. However, when hormone levels are high, usually in early fall and winter, women tend to carry more weight in their waists and hips.
So what does all this shifting of fat really mean? Well according to the scientists who conducted the study, the study suggests women look more curvaceous in fall and winter thus making them more attractive to their mate.
Of course, many will see this research as inconclusive since the hormone levels of both women and women are high during these months as well. But, doesn’t it give you one more reason not to work out:)
Hey guys!
Today has been a phenomenal day! I just learned that I am one of the finalist for Rachel Chase’s and Leigh Michael’s CHASE A DREAM contest for my story To Dance with a Demon. Here is the link for contest:
http://chasethedreamcontest.wordpress.com/entries/bonus-finalist/
Oh, by the way if you like my story, please vote for it!
Koko
I apologize for not being as diligent about inputting blog posts! Most of my week was adjusting back to my work week after being in San Francisco. But fortunately, I am back on track. I put the finishing touches on To Dance with a Demon and sent it off to my editor- so my fingers and toes are crossed:)
I am in such a good place right now…I have completed all of my goals for 2007 and can now skate leisurely through the rest of the year.
Have a great week!
Koko
10. A state law in Illinois mandates that all bachelors should be called master, not mister, when addressed by their female counterparts.
9. Bozeman, Montana, has a law that bans all sexual activity between members of the opposite sex in the front yard of a home after sundown — if they’re nude.
8. In Minnesota, it is illegal for any man to have sexual intercourse with a live fish. (Now that’s just wrong!)
7. No man is allowed to make love to his wife with the smell of garlic, onions, or sardines on his breath in Alexandria, Minnesota. If his wife so requests, law mandates that he must brush his teeth
6. In Oxford, Ohio, it’s illegal for a woman to strip off her clothing while standing in front of a man’s picture
5. In Carlsbad, New Mexico, it’s legal for couples to have sex in a parked vehicle during their lunch break from work, as long as the car or van has drawn curtains to stop strangers from peeking in.
4. No woman may have sex with a man while riding in an ambulance within the boundaries of Tremonton, Utah. If caught, the woman can be charged with a sexual misdemeanor and “her name is to be published in the local newspaper.” The man isn’t charged nor is his name revealed.
3. It’s against the law in Willowdale, Oregon, for a husband to curse during sex.
2. In Bakersfield, California, anyone having intercourse with Satan must use a condom.
1. In the quiet town of Connorsville, Wisconsin, it’s illegal for a man to shoot off a gun when his female partner has an orgasm.
