Mythological Transmitted Disease

In the world of make believe, the lands of Never-Neverland, and the sprawling planes of OZ, there lurks the dark and deadly diseases only known to the fairy tale creatures that live there. Fairy tale creatures are immune to most of the MTD’s (Mythological Transmitted Diseases) in their region; however most mortals, humans, and muggles are at best plagued by MTDs.  One such MTD, I would like to discuss with you is the most serious and most dangerous of all Mythological Transmitted Disease to the mundane/human world…

GLITTER!

Glitter or the “Herpes of the Craft World” is the most feared of all the MTD’s. While mermaids and fairies love glitter and would cover the world with it, glitter frightens the humans. When it clings to their skin it causes much complaining, itching, and is hard to remove. As carriers of MTD and especially Glitter, it is our job to be responsible and to maintain a since a safety around the humans. For that reason Mermaid Minerals offers the most amazing Glitter Glue for makeup and skin!

When at home in my mermaid nest of octopus, shells, and pearls, glitter runs free with no regard for the humans  who share a domicile with me. I have even been known to transmit Glitter to the casual visitor and even the pets! It is most uncomfortable for the humans (quit entertaining for me) but when I leave the mermaid nest it is best to apply the Mermaid Minerals glitter glue to make sure you are not spreading Glitter to innocent muggles on the street.

One of my favorite go to glitters is Diamond, from the GLITTER GORGEOUS EYES collection of Glitter Eye Shadows. They come in little pots of fine, lose glitters that can be used for more than eye shadow!  Mermaid Minerals offers 9 bold, beautiful colors with more colors to be added this year. When applying your glitter make sure to keep a tube of GLITZ FIX clear gel glue that washes off easily with warm water and soap or make-up remover.  Here some of my favorite ways to wear glitter….

Diamond Glitter Collection

1.       Apply Glitz fix to your lash line all the way across, roll a Q-tip in the glitter of your choice and roll it over the glue. Apply a little more Glitz fix to your lower lash line, just in the corner and outer edge; again apply glitter with the tip of a Q-tip. When the glue has dried and set, wipe off extra glitter with a large make-up brush and you’re done!

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      For something a little more settle, apply Glitz Fix to the inner corners of your eyes and apply glitter with Q-Tip just as before. Again removing extra glitter with large makeup brush.      
       

These are two favorite styles for daytime or lite make-up days, but what if you want to add a lot more sparkle to your look? Fortunately for you Glitter Gorgeous Eyes is not just for eyes! Because this is cosmetic grade glitter you can add it to any of your beauty products.

><((((º> Add it to Lotion or Natural Oils for a touch of sparkle or add it to your sunscreen or tanning lotion when at the beach or basking in the sunlight.

><((((º>  Wear it on your lips! Add a touch of glitter to your lipgloss or blot glitter onto your lips, holding it in place with a bit of Glitz Fix. Or go wild and crazy and cover your pouty lips in glitter!!! Make sure to keep it all in place with I-Liner Clear for a waterproof glittery pouter.

><((((º> For more dramatic glitter eyes cover your eyelids in matching glitter to your eye shadow for bright sparkly color!

Mermaids are water creatures and glitter was given us by the fairies, creatures of the earth, and once we mermaids hit the water our glitter washes away.  Well no more, says Mermaid Minerals! To waterproof any of your eye liner, eye shadow or eye brow pencil, use I-Line Clear eyeliner to WATERPROOF your look!  You can always use I-Line Clear in your mineral powder eye shadow; dip the tip of the applicator into your eyeshadow to collect some powder, brush across your eyelid as you would any eye liner. Now you can turn any eye shadow into your custom color eye liner and best of all it is waterproof!

  As much as we try to keep our MTD’s in control, you will still infect the causal mundane or the unaware human so remember Mermaids….She who leaves a trail of glitter is never forgotten!

Love, Peace, & Mermaids,

 Meridian

Come back next week for a Glitter Pill Tutorial! A fun and easy way to keep your glitter in control and safe to travel with in the mundane world! 

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Interview with Don “Sev” Severance about his novel The Mermaid Story

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Meridian: What inspired you to write the first book?

Don: Epyphany is the first book of a Three Book series called The Mermaid Story Trilogy. It is the fulfillment of an idea I had in 1999. At that time I was refining my skills as a sculptor. It was 4:00 AM and I woke up with an idea for a unique mermaid sculpture. I knew I didn't want her to look like the traditional image we have all grown to expect. I wanted her to be an authentic creature of the sea. As I considered the design I pondered the possibilities of her origin. How might such a creature have been conceived? What characteristics would she retain from her unique origin? If she was a mystical leap upward on the evolutionary ladder, what powers might she have? As is often the case questions lead to more questions and a story started to evolve. Over the years I continued to visit the idea and started writing more details and adding characters. In 2008 I redesigned my lifestyle slightly in order to gain more creative time which allowed me to give the project a bit more attention. In 2011 after showing a couple of chapters to a friend whose opinion I value and receiving his sincere encouragement I finally decided to put it on the top of my to-do list.

Meridian: What is the story behind the Cover Art?

Epyphany:Mermaid Back.
 Concept Art

Don: Since the story was inspired by a visual concept, I had a pretty good idea about some of Epyphany's defining characteristics well before the book was finished. She was first and foremost a creature of the sea. I knew she must be powerful and intelligent with abilities beyond those of any previously known species. In a sense she was an alien in her own world. Several years after the original concept I began to transition from traditional clay sculpting to 3D digital design. The cover was created from a 3D model I designed in a 3D program called Zbrush. The final graphic was composited in "Motion" - Apple's video effect software. By the time the book was finished I was ready to commit to Epyphany's final design. The cover is meant to inspire curiosity as well as to introduce an unexpected vision of what a truly aquatic mermaid species might look like.  I hope the cover conveys the combination of feminine strength and beauty, thoughtfulness, honesty, and purpose.  Meridian: What is your favorite thing about Mermaids?

3D design created by Sev using Pixologic's Zbrush.
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Don: Sensuality! Anyone who has ever enjoyed the feeling of moving, floating, or swimming in our planet's wonderful oceans, lakes and rivers knows the sensual delight of living in a water-world. To me, mermaids are the symbols of our longing to indulge our sensual nature, to transcend our human limitations. Mermaids are to the sea what angels are to the sky.

Meridian: Did you learn anything from writing your book and what was it?

Don: Wow - the whole project was like a joyful research assignment. I started out with a general knowledge concerning the destruction of ocean habitats and the precarious condition of our environment but when I read some of the statistics relating to ocean pollution, overfishing, reef depletion, the glacial melt and the inevitable rising sea level and so much more, I was overwhelmed and saddened. On the positive side I rediscovered the wonderful island of Bali and became intrigued with Seattle and Puget Sound. I was amazed at some of the incredible aquariums that exist and the myriad of new equipment and technologies.

Meridian: While you were writing, did you ever feel as if you were one of the characters?

Don: I must admit there is a part of me in all the main characters. Or at least a part of what I wish I could be.

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Meridian: Do you have anything specific that you want to say to your readers?

Yes . . . be kind to this planet and be conscious of how you use our limited resources. And set your imagination free . . . suspend your disbelief for a few hours and dive into Epyphany's world . . . the world of Oojai.

Meridian: Do you believe in real life Mermaids?

Don: I believe in the spirit of mermaids. If that spirit lives in you then it is real.

Meridian: Where can I buy this book?

Don: The Mermaid Story: Epyphany is available as an e-book and paperback at: 

http://www.amazon.com/Don-Sev-Severance/e/B007NQ3FY2

You can find more background info as well as mermaid designs and posters at http://www.themermaidstory.com/ and don't forget to give Don a "like" at https://www.facebook.com/MermaidStory

<3, ☮,  & ><((((º> Meridian's Thoughts <3, ☮,  & ><((((º> 

I love this book, honestly way more than I thought I would. I felt the pain of the characters, the love they all shared, my heart raced as I read about their triumphs and fell when I thought the end was near. I could see Oojai in my minds eye and could almost hear her song, I was drawn in and felt apart of the story. A good book will hold your attention, but a good author you make you believe. To Sev, you made me believe! Now my final question is...

When will the next book be available in paperback???

"Meet Blyss. This is my bronze sculpture of Blyss - Blyss is a central character in The Mermaid Story: Epyphany. She is a wise woman and mystic whose task is to guide Epyphany through her transition from the idyllic world of Oojai into the harsh realities of our troubled planet and it's endangered ocean." ~ Don Sev Severance

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