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a rainbow of van gogh—

in order: Peach Tree in Bloom (in memory of Mauve), 1888 / Red Poppies and Daisies, 1890 / Willows at Sunset, 1888 / The Sower (Sower with Setting Sun), 1888 / Undergrowth with Two Figures, 1890 / Landscape with Couple Walking and Crescent Moon, 1890 / Branches with Almond Blossom, 1890 / Starry Night Over the Rhone, 1888 / Irises, 1889 / Wheat Field With Cypresses, 1889

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Reblog the writers’ fortune cookie for luck!

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Dream Italian goth mansion 💚🇮🇹 By @aiforarchitects

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I wanna try this 🤔 😋

Whiskey Brownies with Peanut Butter Frosting

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When writing about childhood trauma in a novel, it's important to handle the topic with sensitivity and nuance. Here are some quick tips to consider:

1. Research and understand: Take the time to research and understand the specific type of trauma you're addressing in your novel. This will help you portray it accurately and respectfully.

2. Show the impact: Explore how the childhood trauma has shaped the character's thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. Illustrate the long-lasting effects it has had on their development and relationships.

3. Use flashbacks sparingly: Utilize flashbacks strategically to reveal key moments from the character's past that contribute to their trauma. Ensure that the flashbacks serve a purpose in the narrative and provide deeper insights into the character's experiences.

4. Depict coping mechanisms: Show how the character has developed coping mechanisms to deal with their trauma. This can include avoidance, dissociation, or seeking control in certain areas of their life.

5. Allow for healing and growth: Give your character opportunities for healing and growth throughout the story. Show how they confront their trauma, seek support, and gradually find ways to overcome the impact it has had on their life.

6. Avoid sensationalism: Handle the portrayal of childhood trauma with care, avoiding excessive graphic or gratuitous details. Focus on the emotional journey of the character rather than relying solely on shocking events for impact.

7. Show support systems: Include supportive relationships and resources that aid the character in their healing process. This can involve therapists, friends, or mentors who offer understanding, guidance, and empathy.

8. Highlight resilience: Illustrate the character's strength and resilience in the face of their trauma. Show how they find ways to persevere, grow, and rebuild their lives despite the challenges they have faced.

9. Offer hope and redemption: Provide a sense of hope and the possibility of healing for your character. Allow them to find moments of redemption and transformation, demonstrating that healing is attainable.

10. Approach with empathy: Approach the topic of childhood trauma with empathy and compassion. Treat the characters' experiences with respect, acknowledging the complexity and individuality of each person's journey.

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I love this ❤️ such great advice

Tips to help you describe love and attraction in your novel:

1. Show, don't tell: Instead of directly stating that a character is in love or attracted to another, demonstrate their emotions through their actions, thoughts, and interactions. Describe their reactions, gestures, and expressions to convey the depth of their feelings.

Example: "Her heart raced as he entered the room, a smile spreading across her face that she couldn't contain. In that moment, she knew she was helplessly in love.

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2. Engage the senses: Use sensory details to immerse readers in the experience of love and attraction. Describe the sights, sounds, scents, tastes, and textures associated with the characters and their interactions to create a rich and immersive atmosphere.

Example: "As they danced, the soft melody filled the air, intertwining with the sound of their laughter. She caught a whiff of his cologne, a mix of warmth and familiarity that sent a shiver down her spine. The touch of his hand against hers was electric, igniting a flame of desire she couldn't ignore."

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3. Use metaphor and symbolism: Employ metaphorical language and symbolism to convey the intensity and depth of love and attraction. Compare the characters to natural elements, use imagery to describe their connection, or associate their emotions with colors, seasons, or other evocative symbols.

Example: "Their love blossomed like a garden in spring, vibrant and full of life. Each touch was a brushstroke on the canvas of their hearts, painting a masterpiece of desire and longing."

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4. Explore internal thoughts and emotions: Provide insights into the characters' internal dialogue, thoughts, and emotions to convey the complexity and nuances of their love and attraction. Show their vulnerability, doubts, and the transformative power of their connection.

Example: "Her mind was filled with his presence, his voice echoing in her thoughts. Doubts melted away as her heart whispered, 'This is love, undeniable and all-consuming.'"

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5. Highlight the unique qualities and chemistry: Describe the unique qualities and characteristics that draw the characters to each other. Focus on their shared interests, intellectual connection, shared values, or the sparks that fly between them to emphasize their compatibility and chemistry.

Example: "Their conversations flowed effortlessly, their minds dancing in perfect sync. They understood each other in ways no one else could, their connection a magnetic force that pulled them closer with each passing moment."

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6. Capture the range of emotions: Love and attraction encompass a wide range of emotions, from joy and passion to longing and vulnerability. Capture the various emotional states the characters experience, both the highs and lows, to create a multidimensional portrayal of their relationship.

Example: "In his arms, she felt a sense of belonging she had never known. The world melted away, leaving only the euphoria of their love. But as the distance grew, an ache settled in her chest, a yearning for his touch that consumed her thoughts."

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Suddenly I'm Feeling Very Patriotic ❤🤍💙

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Happy Birthday to the best chef @chavezturco Hope that you have the most amazing birthday and St. Paddy's Day ever!!!! #happybirthdaychuy #stpaddysday https://www.instagram.com/p/Cp5Kf5Lr92-/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

#happybirthdaychuy #stpaddysday

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Someone finally has been visiting me... ❤️❤️ #sagethecat #catsofinstagram #lovehim https://www.instagram.com/p/Cpnl6hlPIB3/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

#sagethecat #catsofinstagram #lovehim

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My mom's margarita vs. Mine From my mom's birthday at Por Favor in Las Mesa. We can tell who's birthday it was haha 😄 😆 Hers: Raspberry margarita Mine: Coconut margarita #margaritas #porfavorlamesa #mommasbirthdaydinner https://www.instagram.com/p/CpdInIFJuzI/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

#margaritas #porfavorlamesa #mommasbirthdaydinner

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Happy Birthday to my beautiful momma!!!! I hope that you have the best birthday ever!!! I love you 😍 💗 😘 #happybirthdaymom❤️ #54yearsyoung #iloveyou https://www.instagram.com/p/CpXzx46rs-a/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

#happybirthdaymom❤️ #54yearsyoung #iloveyou

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Sage and I are a work in progress... I love him...he's not so sure lol 😆 😅 #catsofinstagram #polydactylcat #sagethecat https://www.instagram.com/p/CpWIVOFv09E/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

#catsofinstagram #polydactylcat #sagethecat

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St Paddy's Day nails.... Hello green March 🍀🍀🍀 #nails #greennails💚 #march2023 https://www.instagram.com/p/CpVPGopL7ts/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

#nails #greennails💚 #march2023

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Happy Birthday to my beautiful friend @rachelnrnj I hope you have an amazing birthday girl!!!!! After 13 years of friendship....cheers to 14 🥳🎊🎉🎂 #happybirthday #13yearsstrong💪 https://www.instagram.com/p/CpEQWFqLRUS/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

#happybirthday #13yearsstrong💪

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Happy Birthday to my Ride-or-Die @95rissaa I hope that you have the most amazing birthday ever 💖 Can't wait to make another year of memories 😌 ❤️🥰 #happybirthdaybitch #rideordies #mygirls https://www.instagram.com/p/CoIHc_4vanp/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

#happybirthdaybitch #rideordies #mygirls

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Thank you @miguel619247 for my present!! I really appreciate ❤️😊 You know me so well @marvelstudios @marvel #marvel #birthdaypresent #ramenbowl https://www.instagram.com/p/CnncyNGvA8s/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

#marvel #birthdaypresent #ramenbowl