Monday 15 April 2013

When Your Ship Comes In…

Mostly everyone has heard the saying “when your ship comes in”, and usually it means “when your luck changes (from bad to good)” or “when things are running more in your favor”. My guess is that it’s probably a throwback to a time when air transport did not exist, and the transport of goods or loved ones took a very long time. Merchants waited and waited for goods to show up—that often did never show up—while their families grew hungrier, and lovers waited interminably for their suitor to arrive, or perhaps even a letter, which often took months to deliver, while their hearts grew sadder.

A modern take on this old saying would be something like:

·         When any investment or business venture suddenly becomes hugely profitable.

·         A sudden unexpected life changing event, like a huge lottery win.

·         A long expected positive event or development finally happens and changes the recipient's life.
I personally like the third point best. In the Tarot Cards, the three of wands portrays “when your ship comes in” beautifully. The card’s interpretation means a successful enterprise, as well as partnership and cooperation. The graphic is of a man who is looking out to the sea, watching the boats of his labors coming back to him, all full of new resources to fulfill his next goal.

On May 18th, 2012, my ship came in. I was finally a published author with my first book, The Last Timekeepers and the Arch of Atlantis securely under my belt. There was satisfaction for sure, but after the sweet feeling of success, I knew more had to be done on the promoting and marketing side, as well as writing the next book in the series. As I dipped my toe into the publishing waters, it rippled out to others whether they were readers or authors or reviewers or family to share my creative energy with them in a way I never had before. And as the first anniversary of my debut book release draws close, I can honestly say that if you want your own ship to come in one day, make sure you take the opportunity to cooperate with others if you wish to lay the groundwork for future success.
In celebration of the upcoming 1st Anniversary of my book release, I’ve reserved the whole month of May on my blog to thank all my readers, followers, and fans by hosting a Rafflecopter giveaway which includes an awesome prize pack, link to a Goodreads giveaway, partake in the Children’s Book Week Blog Hop, and post a smattering of time travel tidbits for your reading pleasure. Anchors away, and hope to see you there my friends! 

15 comments:

  1. Lovely post Sharon. The years fly by and it is nice to reflect what you have achieved. And ss you probably already guessed I adore ships!

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    1. Ahoy, Matey! Thanks for sailing by, Susan, and yes it helps to assess how far we've come! Cheers!

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  2. Or when all your hard work pays off...Good luck on this series and the next, my friend.

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    1. Thanks, Rita, though it takes a lot of hard work just to get published. And then, you start all over again! Cheers!

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  3. Congrats on your wonderful attitude and giving back. It's authors like you who truly make it big.

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    1. Hugs, Sloane, you are truly one of my biggest supporters! A heartfelt thanks, Goddess!

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  4. Love the sentiment Sharon. But have you heard the corollary--why was I was at the airport when my ship came in? ;)
    Jan

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    1. LOL, no! That's too funny, Jan! And thanks for surfing by.

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  5. Great post Sharon! Congrats on your one year anniversary!

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  6. Hope the second year is as successful.

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  7. Thanks for your support and kind words, Lisa and Jane! Cheers!

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  8. Wishing you another great year! Loved the tarot card analogy, Sharon.

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  9. Happy (nearly) anniversary, Sharon. What a wonderful year you've had, and I have no doubt the next will be doubly so. :-)

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    1. Yes, I've met so many wonderful authors and readers! Cheers for all your kindness and support, Amaleen!

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