Astrology ~ a bit of fun, a load of rubbish, or something to take seriously?
I
invited around 70 writers/bloggers to write a piece about how
typical they are of their sign, and how its traits affect their
writing life ~ if at all...
Has your favourite writer been featured yet? Links to all previous posts at the end of this one :)
The small world of the internet ~ please allow me to introduce Quebec based French lawyer-turned-indie author Jerome Dumont, whose multi-faceted life already seems typical of his sign ~ Gemini. Talking of multi-faceted, he's just started up a business called Nameo Solutions, which provides a full range of web services ~ it's HERE. Do contact him if you'd like to know more :)
Bonne matin et bienvenue a ma blog, Jerome ~ the floor is yours...
"When it comes to my astrology sign, I often say that as a typical Gemini, one gets two for the price of one… we are said to have dual
personalities, with - slight (I do insist) - instabilities: sometimes anxious,
sometimes playful and overly communicative. Indeed. Point is, I often exhaust
myself with the rollercoaster I’m riding everyday!
I did never dig much further (the burden is already heavy!) but thanks
to Terry’s brilliant idea which I love, I’ve been a good boy and made some
other researches.
So, we’re said to be pessimistic and to often see the glass half-filled…
I suspect some link there with the obvious fact that we need to be reassured.
Sometimes. Often. Everyday."
"Another typical trait of Gemini is that they're allergic to routine: yes
to that too. I’m actually suffering from that terrible illness. But, thank
God, writing prevents me from that boring « ring ring… 7AM... Move yourself to
go again » routine by starting the writing of my 8th and 9th books.
An analyzing mind, even when we don’t want to… Because there’s always a reason, isn’t there?"
"Geminis love to find solutions and solve problems: look no further - I’m
a thriller author (but as I love to give myself new challenges, I’m planning
the writing of a chick-lit novel - what life would look like without REAL
challenges?).
Not limited to one contradiction, I love to meet new people but I do
need some loneliness. Speaking of duality? I’ve also read (it must be true, I
found it on Elle astrology pages) that if I was an animal, I’d be a cat,
needing my own home sweet home AND loving my freedom plus a strong taste for
travel. I must admit that « immature » is also found on this article.
Must be a typo.
Elle also says that male Geminis often had a very present mother during
childhood… Get outta my head. Please. By the way… Love you mom!
Bottom line: I recognize myself in almost, well, everything I’ve read
about my astrological sign. But amongst all, my most typical astrological trait
- apart of that bloody duality, is that Geminis are faithful, especially with
friends. 110% agreed!"
I love this piece ~ I especially love that Jerome got his information from Elle magazine! And of course it's written in such a charming and witty Gemini fashion :).
You can read more about Jerome's life and books on his website and follow him on Twitter.
G Garrulous
E Excitable
M Mercurial
I Inquisitive
N Nosey!
I Imaginative
Two other intricate plot creating, quick Gemini minds to join Jerome in the mental conundrum of thriller writing...
Best seller Robert Ludlum ~ I've never read any of his
but there are about 30 of the damn things on the bookshelf of the spare room I sleep in when I visit my Dad!
.... and master of many trades, Mitch Albom.
Coming next time: A chick lit writing Libra!
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