life is but a dream…sweetheart.

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Barbara’s Premise:

The idea that life is a dream is a philosophical concept that has been explored by many thinkers throughout history. The comparison being made is not necessarily to a specific alternate reality or state of being, but rather to the nature of dreaming itself.

Dreams are experiences that we have while we are asleep, often characterized by vivid imagery, surrealistic situations, and a sense of detachment from reality. When we wake up, we recognize that the things we experienced in the dream were not actually real, but rather a creation of our own mind. Continue reading →

Graphic Design Auctions

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Rainy Village in the Shire, graphic design by E.J. Gold.

I have managed to organize hundreds of graphic designs into a presentation for auctions, all pieces starting at one dollar, no reserves, no buy-backs.

All sales are final, and all graphics belong 100% to the buyer, which includes all artist’s rights. One of the most popular graphic subjects is “Wet streets of Paris”, and to that end, I’ve made a number of them that would be perfect for framing as if they were oil paintings. Continue reading →

How to Make a Million in Chat Bots

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This is the path to total freedom in the marketplace and beyond, your ticket to tomorrow, your shining star. In short, this whole thing is a great side-hustle, if you’re into side-hustles, and could well be a way to actually earn a living by your wits and your computer.

Your wits will be needed muchly, to counteract the Wisdom of Randomity that will sink into your productions as you coax your friendly AI ChatBot to bring your text into legible and interesting format, and to massage your iconic illustrations into pieces of fine art beyond the scope of human imagination.

What I mean is, you can sell your artwork and your text work for money, if you want to, and you’re proven to be excellent. My aim here is to bring you a pathway to excellence. Continue reading →

The Next Step

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Moira wearing one of my latest Redbubble and zazzle apron designs.
I am invoking my writer friend, Philip Rosenberg, GPT, for help in composing some marketing text for use on the internet. Please note that my hand slipped as I was writing the prompt, so it came out:

please rewrite and expand the following in an emotionally pleasing way:

That’s it — that’s all I managed to get out before my trembling hand hit the “enter” button, and here’s what I got as a result:

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The Mind-Killer, by Philip Rosenberg

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The Mind-Killer, by Philip Rosenberg, Galaxyezine.org

Hello, Philip Rosenberg. i need your help writing a sci fi short story that illustrates prompt-engineering …

Sure! I’d be happy to help. Before we get started, it’s helpful to think about a few things:

  1. What is the premise or central idea of your story?
  2. Who are the main characters?
  3. What is the setting or world of your story?
  4. What is the conflict or problem that the characters face?
  5. What is the resolution or outcome of the story?

Once you have a general idea of these things, we can begin to flesh out your story.

Here’s an example of a short sci-fi story:

Title: The Last City

Premise: In a world where all the major cities have been destroyed by a catastrophic event, the last remaining city struggles to survive.

Characters: The main character is a young woman named Maya, who is a scavenger tasked with finding resources for her city. She meets a mysterious stranger named Jake, who has information about the event that destroyed the cities.

Setting: The story takes place in the ruins of a once-great city. The environment is harsh and dangerous, with limited resources.

Conflict: Maya and Jake must work together to uncover the truth about the event that destroyed the cities and find a way to prevent it from happening again. They face many obstacles along the way, including dangerous scavengers and a powerful corporation that wants to keep the truth hidden.

Resolution: Maya and Jake discover that the event was caused by a powerful new technology that was created by the corporation. They destroy the technology and reveal the truth to the world, sparking a revolution that brings down the corrupt corporation and paves the way for a new era of peace and cooperation.

Of course, this is just one example, and your story can take any number of directions. Let me know if you have any specific ideas or questions, and I’ll do my best to help you out!

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I Know How to Make This

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“The Street of the Alchemists — signed & framed 8″x8” — $225.00

I know how to make this. In fact, I did. It’s one of over 100 images that were generated from my ever-changing, ever-adapting prompt.

I definitely qualify as a Prompt Engineer, and I’m hiring myself out at the usual fee — nothing — in order to get you up to speed on prompt engineering, which is the Heart & Soul of the AI GPT thingy, anyway.

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A New Kind of Art

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Taxi in my Front Yard, Sharpie-Signed, $125.00 retail.

 

First, a commercial!

“Hooray for Hollywood” is a short experimental film made by EJ Gold, which was originally shot on Super-8 film and later transferred to video. The film features footage of people walking on Hollywood Boulevard, including tourists, street performers, and other pedestrians. The film is notable for its use of slow-motion and other experimental techniques, which give the footage a dreamlike quality. Continue reading →

Exploring your dreams, visions, and intuitions

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Selling a book in a politically charged and divided climate can be challenging, but it is not impossible. Here are some tips that may help:

  1. Focus on the quality of the content: In a climate where trust is in short supply, it’s important to emphasize the quality of the content you have to offer. Ensure that the content of your book is well-researched, accurate, and presented in a way that is engaging and easy to understand.
  2. Find your audience: Identify your target audience and focus your marketing efforts on reaching them. Consider partnering with organizations or individuals who share similar beliefs or interests to promote your book.
  3. Choose your messaging carefully: Avoid using inflammatory or divisive language in your marketing efforts. Instead, focus on messages that are positive and unifying.
  4. Leverage social media: Social media platforms can be powerful tools for reaching a large audience. Use these platforms to engage with potential readers, share information about your book, and build a community of supporters.
  5. Consider offering promotions: Offering discounts, free samples, or other promotions can help generate interest in your book and encourage people to give it a chance.

Remember, ultimately, the success of your book will depend on the quality of the content, the strength of your marketing efforts, and your ability to connect with your audience in a meaningful way. Stay focused on these key elements, and you can overcome the challenges of a politically charged climate.

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Am I Real? Am I a Bot?

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Higher Consciousness Reachable Goals

  1. Cultivate mindfulness: One of the primary aspects of higher consciousness is being fully present and aware in the moment. You could set a goal to practice mindfulness meditation daily, or to simply be more attentive and mindful in your everyday activities.
  2. Expand your knowledge: Higher consciousness often involves expanding one’s understanding of the world and the interconnectedness of all things. You could set a goal to read more books on spirituality, philosophy, or psychology, or to take courses or workshops that deepen your understanding of these subjects.
  3. Practice compassion: A key component of higher consciousness is cultivating a sense of compassion and empathy for others. You could set a goal to volunteer your time and resources to help those in need, or to simply make an effort to be kind and empathetic in your daily interactions with others.
  4. Connect with nature: Many spiritual traditions emphasize the importance of connecting with the natural world in order to cultivate higher consciousness. You could set a goal to spend more time in nature, whether it’s by hiking, camping, or simply taking daily walks outside.
  5. Cultivate gratitude: Gratitude is an important aspect of higher consciousness, as it helps us to appreciate the blessings in our lives and recognize the interconnectedness of all things. You could set a goal to practice daily gratitude journaling, or to simply make an effort to appreciate the beauty and abundance in your life.

Remember, these are just a few ideas to get you started. The key is to choose goals that resonate with you and align with your personal values and aspirations. Good luck on your journey towards higher consciousness!

These are a few experiments I made with a few experimental models. How you create your model will  profoundly limit or enable the accuracy and scope of your chatbot’s response.

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