The Eternal Dance of Luck and Curse: How They Shape My Every Step

This is my luck, my curse. Life has a funny way of presenting opportunities and challenges, and sometimes it seems like I am caught in a never-ending cycle of both. On one hand, I have been blessed with moments of incredible luck. Things seem to fall into place effortlessly, almost as if the universe is conspiring in my favor. Whether it is winning a raffle or stumbling upon a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, moments of good fortune have become a defining characteristic of my life. These moments bring joy, gratitude, and a sense of wonder at the unpredictability of it all.

Her story features prominently in the Fleetwood Mac hit song, although songwriter Stevie Nicks says she didn't know it at the time. Later, Nicks said she "was struck by the story's emotional resonance with that of her song: the goddess, or possibly witch, given her ability with spells, was impossible to catch by horse and was also closely identified with birds — especially significant since the song claims she "takes to the sky like a bird in flight," "rules her life like a fine skylark," and is ultimately "taken by the wind."

If you were lucky, you might even see the three beautiful birds slowly flying away from you, and if you were very very lucky, you might even see Rhiannon. Pwyll, however, stood by her, and many years later the infant was returned to his parents by a lord who had rescued him from a monster and raised him as his own son.

These moments bring joy, gratitude, and a sense of wonder at the unpredictability of it all. However, this luck often comes hand in hand with its wicked counterpart: curse. It seems that for every stroke of luck, there is an equal or greater blow of misfortune.

Welsh with rhiannon

Rhiannon is the story of a lady that is from another world ~ called the Bright world ~ and she leaves her kingdom to become the wife of a king ~ a mortal king ~ but goddesses really can't marry mortal kings, if they do they lose their powers ~ their magic powers. And they don't lose the knowledge of them they just ~they know everything that's going to happen they just can'tdo anything about it. Which is a much more difficult way to live than not having magic powers is to not be able to use them and know exactly what's coming and to not be able to tell anybody. So she comes down and does her whole trip, and it's just a whole story ~ it's a wonderful story.

And she has these birds that sing and that is the legend of the song of the birds of Rhiannon. And they sing this song that is uh, said takes away pain and suffering and if you hear the song you just sort of blank out and go away and then when you wake up everthing's all right. And it is a wonderful, wonderful story which I use a lot, because there's a lot of ~ there seems to be a lot of need for the story of Rhiannon around lately, because if people are sad or have lost anybody or something the story really makes a lot of sense.
~Stevie Nicks, Starsound Special RKO Radio, December 21, 1981

I didn't want them to release Rhiannon as a single [in 1975] because I thought, 'What if she doesn't make it? What if my Rhiannon falls flat on her face? Then, it's not my choice to release her as a single, she is a mythological goddess of horses and steeds and maker of birds and she's a brilliant, brilliant character. what if she falls flat on her face?'

I didn't write Rhiannon for commerciality. I wrote Rhiannon because I loved her name and I loved her story. I didn't write her to be sold, she simply is not for sale and has never been.
~Stevie Nicks, BBC One to One, 1989

That song [ Rhiannon (Will You Ever Win) ] is really straight out of the old Welsh mythology. Rhiannon is the Goddess of Steeds and the Maker of Birds, and her song is a song that takes away pain. When you hear her song, you close your eyes and fall asleep, and when you wake up the pain is gone or the danger is gone and you'll see her three birds flying away. That's the legend. So, whenever I sing the song, I always think of that.
~Stevie Nicks, Music Connection, 1994

I got the name from a novel, I think I bought in an airport just before a long flight; it was called Triad , and it was about a girl named Rhiannon and her sister and mother, or something like that. I just thought the name was so pretty that I wanted to write something about a girl named Rhiannon. I wrote it about three months before I joined Fleetwood Mac, in about 1974. And then to find out that Rhiannon was a real mythical character! I went and read the four books of Rhiannon, and visited the lady who'd translated them.

Rhiannon is the maker of birds, and the goddess of steeds; she's the protector of horses. Her music is like a pain pill. When you wake up and hear her birds singing her little song, the danger will have passed. I realized that somehow I had managed to pen a song that went very much along with the mythical tale of Rhiannon. That's when everybody started saying Stevie must be a black witch or something.
~Stevie Nicks, Songs in the Rough by Stephen Bishop, 1996

There is one more thing I can send you [the Gulf War troops] , and that is the story of a Welsh mythological goddess, named RHIANNON. I once, a very long time ago, wrote a song about her. It is called 'the legend of the song of the birds of Rhiannon.'

Rhiannon was a queen in a world far above us called the bright world, where all the colors were brighter, and everyone had a special sort of glow around them. It was a beautiful world, and she loved her world, but she fell in love with a mortal king from OUR world. and she left her world to come to ours to be with him. Rhiannon had three birds, one white, one emerald green, and one golden. It is said that in time of war, or strife, or pain, that her song can be heard.

"And down the glorious pathway, came the three singing birds, straight into the middle of the trouble and hardship . " but that when you heard her song, your eyes would softly close and you would slip away. When you awoke the trouble would be gone, the sky would be the most wondrous blue, and far in the back of your mind you would hear that little song,, like a delicate little music box. If you were lucky, you might even see the three beautiful birds slowly flying away from you, and if you were very very lucky, you might even see Rhiannon . slowly turning around to you to say, everything is fine,- She is smiling, and you see her disappear into the fine white clouds.

It is said that the legend is true. so I send you the energy from my golden cross and the three singing birds of Rhiannon to comfort you and to keep you safe. .
~Stevie Nicks, in a letter to the Gulf War Troops, Stars & Stripes, 1991

There is one more thing I can send you [the Gulf War troops] , and that is the story of a Welsh mythological goddess, named RHIANNON. I once, a very long time ago, wrote a song about her. It is called 'the legend of the song of the birds of Rhiannon.'

Whether it's failing an important exam or experiencing a devastating loss, these moments of curse rattle my world and leave me feeling helpless. It is during these times that I question if my luck was ever real, or merely a cruel illusion. This duality of luck and curse has taught me valuable lessons about resilience, gratitude, and acceptance. I have come to understand that life is a rollercoaster ride, full of ups and downs. The key lies in embracing both the luck and the curse, and finding strength in the face of adversity. Instead of viewing my luck and curse as separate entities, I have learned to see them as intertwined aspects of the same journey. Both luck and curse shape who I am and how I navigate through life. They provide me with experiences, perspectives, and opportunities for growth. While at times I may feel overwhelmed by the weight of my luck and curse, I also recognize the beauty and complexity they bring to my existence. They remind me that life is never one-dimensional, and that even in the face of hardship, there is always the possibility of a lucky break. So, this is my luck, my curse. It is a constant dance of highs and lows, triumphs and tribulations. And as I continue on this unpredictable path, I will embrace each twist and turn, knowing that both luck and curse are integral to my journey, and ultimately, to my personal growth and happiness..

Reviews for "The Tale of Luck Turned Curse: Learning to Navigate the Shadows"

1. Sarah - 2/5

I have to say, I was really disappointed with "This is my luck my curse". The plot was weak and lacked depth, and the characters felt one-dimensional. The writing style was also quite uninspiring, with cliché and predictable dialogue. Overall, I just couldn't connect with the story and found it quite boring. I would not recommend this book to others.

2. John - 1/5

"This is my luck my curse" was a complete waste of time. The storyline was confusing and disjointed, making it difficult to follow along. The characters were unlikeable and their actions made no sense. The writing itself was also subpar, filled with grammatical errors and awkward sentence structure. It's safe to say that this book did not live up to my expectations, and I would advise others to steer clear of it.

3. Emily - 2/5

I had high hopes for "This is my luck my curse", but unfortunately, it fell short for me. The pacing was extremely slow, making it hard to stay engaged in the story. The main character was also quite annoying and lacked any real development. Additionally, the romantic subplot felt forced and unnecessary. Overall, I found the book to be underwhelming and would not recommend it to those looking for an exciting and well-written read.

4. David - 2/5

I am honestly baffled by all the positive reviews for "This is my luck my curse". The plot was cliché and unoriginal, following the typical tropes of the genre. The protagonist was also poorly written, lacking depth and relatability. Furthermore, the dialogue felt forced and unnatural. I struggled to find any redeeming qualities in this book and would not recommend it to anyone seeking a captivating and well-crafted story.

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