Ms. Debbie - In The Flow: The Good Tarot - Manifestation

A collective reading. 

How do we co-create abundance, happiness,  peace, calm, and joy?

Our  collective Teams let me know, through the pendulum, that I was to choose 5 cards. I shuffled until 5 popped out of the deck. I confirmed with the pendulum and put them in the order that they wanted them in. 

1 at the top. 2 to the west, 3 to the east, 4 to the south. The center card was number 5, the overall meaning of the message. 

Intuitive impressions and thoughts: When I first saw the hermit, I felt cold. The Hermit felt like it was the complete opposite of the High Priestess. How is this the answer to the question?

I decided to go back to each card in the order that they appeared and ponder each one individually, first. 

High Priestess. She appears to be kind, thoughtful and listening deeply to each of us as we tell her all that we want to co-create with her. With the universe. In this case, abundance, happiness, peace, calm, and joy! I feel heard when I look deep into her eyes. 

The 7 of Earth relays what the High Priestess heard to the magical fairy fluttering nearby. She and the fairy discuss their plan to co-create with us so that we may have what we so desire.  They discuss exactly how they will sprinkle glitter and magical breadcrumbs in places that we will see and most importantly follow? 

The 6 of Air, the ship, is being led away from the dark and stormy seas into the peaceful calm waters as it follows the flock of birds into the light of day. This is one way they can teach us how to follow the feel of magical breadcrumbs they set out in front of us. They can use birds to show us the way. Eventually it will get easier. 

The Hermit card made me think of me. I feel like I have spent time being a Hermit during my lifetime. Usually to recover from pain, fear, sadness, injury or sickness. Is it possible that taking time away from others lets us learn a new skill, or discover a new passion? Is this time away a actually a positive experience in disguise, even though at times it may have started from something difficult or hard? Is this part of co-creating? Is being still, healing or being alone actually a gift and an important step in the process? 

The King of Earth, from the realm of nature, looks upon his land with a strong, loving energy. He has agreed to co-create with us, but why? Maybe because he can see that we have patiently followed the magical glitter, the signs and the breadcrumbs that were sent to us to discover on our quest? Is he pleased with our journey?  Did he watch over us and grant us our hearts desires because we asked in faith, trust and love? Or did he see our heart and trust us to be worthy of this gift? I feel gratitude flow through my soul. 

The message, as I see it, is to ask in such a way that you felt heard. Wait patiently for the signs that feel like magic and follow them. If the path is hard, go inside and wait, because sometimes, the positive, the gift to be opened, is in disguise. It makes itself known when you are ready for the next step. Co-creation is a magical experience between hearts on both sides of the veil and the universe's timeline. It starts with asking for what we desire and ends with gratitude for it having been granted. The cycle continues, the magic is endless and always available. 

Manifest a magical day or more. 

Ms. Debbie - In The Flow: Creating Our Future

Yesterday I was asked by -K some questions about creating our future. This person’s statements and vision led to the following questions. 

How do we create the future we want to live in? 

Do we create the life we want to live through what we talk and dream about? 

I did something I have not done very often. I asked the pendulum questions, so that I could figure out what my Angelic Tribe and Guides wanted to tell me through the Akashic Records. 

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My vibrational energy was fast. I was vibrating way too fast to try to write plus it took a while to figure everything out. My life needed me. Tilly needed me, and I needed to ground myself again. I was so light, I thought I was going to fly. Maybe that is why the birds were calling to me so much yesterday? We took the dogs to the vet and on the way there and back we saw 4 or 5 Red Tail Hawks and as many Eagles. It was a beautiful day to see the birds out and about. 

Interestingly, at the end of the drive we saw a tall Red Squirrel standing on the side of the road on his hind legs looking around. When I feel drawn to the Squirrel it usually  means to get prepared. My dear friend always thought of them as a moment of distraction. She had lots of those squirrel moments. When I saw the squirrel yesterday, I thought of her, but I also felt like it was a message reminding me to be grounded.  This one definitely wanted us to notice it and was standing on the ground, not flying from branch to branch. Now that I think about it, 2 of the birds were on the ground too!

It sounds like I got the messages correct for my personal needs, now that I am looking back on what happened. ‘Soar with the birds, but be sure to ground yourself after you do so.’

The questions that came up during our conversation were similar, but different. 

How do we create the future we want to live in? 

Do we create the life we want to live through what we talk and dream about? 

I asked the pendulum Yes/No questions to figure out which of the questions I should focus on while shuffling the cards. I was given a 'yes' for the first question and a 'no' for the second question. Both were very distinct responses. 

I had picked out 3 decks to use. I wasn’t sure which one to use for this question. So I asked the pendulum. What I learned was it did not matter which one I used. It was my choice, they would answer the question through any method or deck I chose. This was so freeing to me, since I see pictures in the sky, in the Magic Glass, in Nature, in coincidences in the Coffee Froth, in numbers I see on the clock, license plates or even on the whatchamacallit that tells me how many miles my car has been driven. My guides just said, “Even in the bubbles you have in the bath water! We will send you messages when you ask for them and if  you look for them or not!” Ha, that tells me that they enjoy communicating with us and will send us messages in all sorts of ways.

I am hearing the words “just imagine”. I just tried to write several different sentences with this phrase in it…Not one of them felt as if they were what my team was trying to help me write. So I left the 2 words as their own message.  I also heard "unlimited" and had the same thing happen when I tried to write a sentence for this word. ‘Possibilities’ may or may not have been meant to be paired with the word unlimited. Listen to the meaning that you are receiving, when you let these words stand alone in your mind, while reading them. 

Just imagine. Unlimited. Possibilities. 

This may be a very important reminder to be open when we are communicating with our Tribe. I made sure to say a protection prayer yesterday, as well as today, to make sure that my messages were coming only from the light and through the Akashic Records. I also did a Challenge, which is very new to me. Apparently if you ask 3 times if the connection is from the light and for the highest and best good, they have to tell you the truth. I did it, mostly because I could sense that it was important to do yesterday. I hadn’t ever felt that way before. Take it with a 'grain of salt', it may or may not be important. As always, listen to your wisdom and do what you feel is best for you in each and every situation.

 

Just imagine. Unlimited. Possibilities. May also be the answer to the questions we were asking yesterday. (Maybe they wanted me to get to a new question/answer today?)

While shuffling yesterday, I asked the question for -K and I for the first 2 decks. This is important mostly because I heard that I must include the collective for the last shuffle. Had I not heard that from my guides, I may not have used the Golden Future deck. 

Today, I am not in that high vibrational energy like I was yesterday. I am in the creative energy where my writing usually comes from. I hear my team, but I can also ponder using my own thoughts. I am not grounded, but I am not flying as high into the sky as the Eagle and the Hawk can. I am in the zone. In the flow. In a place of harmony with my Angelic Tribe.

 

Let’s look at the cards that we were given and see what the guide book says. Let’s see if we can see a common theme that will guide us to create the future we want to live in. 

The only card that my Spirit Team sent to me through the Angels and Ancestors Oracle Deck was Moon. Take note of intuitive messages. WOW. I have goosebumps remembering how I felt when I first saw this card. -K had been given some very powerful messages about ‘creating the future we want to see through our thoughts and dreams’. I felt this was a confirmation card for the visions. 

The guidebook states, “Not everything is as it seems. The moon has a dark side (just dark not negative). It can show you what you have been kept in the dark about.” Also, “the moon is associated with the divine feminine and the energy of receiving. See through illusions and blockages.” 

Wow, what does that mean to you? Are you listening to your intuition? Are you receiving messages from the universe and thanking them for their assistance? Are you in community with others, like minded folks who also listen from their heart to what their Angelic Tribe, Spirit Guides and the Universe is giving them? This is important, because in community we lift each other up. (Like I felt yesterday when my vibrational energy was moving at such a fast rate?)

-K responded with this. “Powerful needs right now, seeing through illusions and blockages.” I agree, we need to see through the ‘illusions and blockages’ to get to the other side of what we are currently experiencing. 

Today, while I am in a creative place, this question just expanded: How do we create a future we want to live in vs a future we do not want to live in? 

I don’t think I need to pick a deck and shuffle again. I think the answer will appear in what was given yesterday. 

While making my peppermint tea and talking to my husband about his current project, my team was working on swirling thoughts that I have had since yesterday. This is what appeared when I sat back down: 

To create a future we want to live in, we need to rise up out of the ‘weeds’ of the 3D drama that keeps coming at us, day after day, after day. 

The second deck popped out these 3 cards. The first 2 fell out together. I asked my team, through the pendulum, if they wanted me to keep both cards. 'Yes'. I asked if I should keep shuffling for another card. 'YES'. 

The Wisdom of the Oracle Deck by Colette Baron-Reid is a many layered deck. Number 32, Here and Now tells us to ‘live one day at a time and be present in the moment’ She goes on to say, “let go of the future, because this very moment has the potential to create miracles for your life.”  

My mentors started telling me this way back in 1991. This moment is all you have, once it has gone by, all you will have is that moment. Live your life from one moment to the next, always living in the current moment. I forget this often, so it is important to hear it over and over again, as needed. In fact each time I hear it or read it, I feel it from a deeper or is it a higher perspective! 

Colette says the following in the relationship section of the guidebook:  “The now is all that is available to you!” 

What we do and think now, is what will create our future. 

The second card, number 24, Time for a Nap, also has a moon in the picture. A good reminder of the contrast between day and night, dark and light. (Do I dare say, Red and Blue?) Though, “Time for a nap" may mean take a nap and dream about your future. Create it, your future, in your dreams, first! 

Of course the sleeping fox or possibly a dog, reminds me of Sweet Tilly as she takes a nap in my lap most evenings. The experience of having a peaceful, calm, sleeping puppy in my lap is safe. The sweet sleeping puppy is far different from the sound I am currently hearing.  I hear her chewing on something that sounds similar, but different from the bones and toys we have scattered throughout the house. My intuition says to investigate… so I do. Sure enough, our Ms. Tilly has found a walnut shell to chew on. She is gleefully dancing around the house with it. We play the game “Trade”. A game where I give her a treat for her dangerous find! This will prepare her for all kinds of fun activities in life. 

As I sip my tea, I ponder the meaning of the “trade” game and how it applies to the question and this particular card. Could it mean that we are allowed to “trade” one thought for another? Could it mean that if something is not what we desire or thought that it was, we can “trade’ it for something that is? 

The guidebook actually tells us to "let go, to rest and to rejuvenate". This allows dreams to arise! Ms. Tilly is also learning to ‘let go’ when I play the game of ‘trade’ with her. Maybe this is the message we too must learn. Let go of what is not good for us, "the cares of the world", to allow what is good for us, to arrive. That feels about right. Play the ‘trade’ game. 'Let go' of the thoughts that cause fear and worry, so something better can come forth!

Just imagine. Unlimited. Possibilities. 

33, Chaos and Conflict. Oh my. The picture of a zebra with giraffe markings that are either being covered up or revealed. I can’t tell for sure. I do see that the zebra markings look like puzzle pieces. The animal appears to be curious and relaxed, as if listening to the world around it. One of the essential meanings is "the value of chaos before order". Oh my, do I need to read on? 

Yes, I do, as there is much to learn from this card. The guidebook is full of wonderful insights as to how going through conflict and chaos can be a positive experience. The following sentences stood out for me. “Look upon this as just a moment in time when you may need to take shelter and step away from the fray. Don’t be too eager to fight. This is a time to understand rather than be understood.” 

This is a reminder to me that there are times I too have needed to step away, so that I could put the puzzle pieces of my life back together again. -D said yesterday, “I had to tell my spouse to stop watching the news over the weekend, because it was causing too much stress!” I heard that and thought, yes, I too have had to remove myself from the ‘Chaos and Conflict' that is going on in the world right now. It is OK to do that. Let it go, so something better can arise from the rubble. Like a Phoenix rises from the ashes. 

I asked the same question while shuffling the 3rd deck. This time I was asked to include the collective along with -K and I when I asked it, so I did. The Golden Future Oracle deck by Dianna Cooper gave us 2 cards at the same time. 

‘How do we as a collective create the future we want to live in?’

As I am pondering this question, it occurs to me that the collective is the whole world. It is all of us. Humans, animals, insects, trees, etc. All of us were included in this question. I didn’t specify any one group, I just asked for the collective. We are not alone in this world. What happens to one group or segment of the collective has a ripple effect that spreads out to all of the collective. 

The first card. 22, The Law and 18, Manifestation & Mind Control, both fell out at the same time. I asked our team of guides if they wanted both cards. 'Yes'. 

All I can do is laugh cause Tilly and Nabby are playing, which honestly never has happened before. It is dinner time. They are barking and running back and forth trying to let me know what time it is and that I need to 'focus and act responsibly'. 

The dogs are fed, they have settled down, but before I could feed them, it was a chaotic and gleeful experience for us all. Tilly ran and ran in the backyard which is full of mud at the moment, as the sun melted the snow, but has not yet dried up the earth. Tilly brought in lots of dirt on her paws, but fortunately, I have been preparing her for mud season. 

She sat patiently while I cleaned up her big paws and the floor where she left some of the mud. Once she was clean enough, the crazy chaos continued while I prepared their meals. I was laughing as they ran and played. I suppose I should have stopped it, or tried to, but it makes me happy to hear their happiness. 

During one of their many circles around the kitchen island, Tilly dropped her bone. It landed with full force in the very full water dish. The dish overturned and spilled water everywhere. I was in a very good mood, so instead of being angry with them all for being so chaotic and disruptive, I laughed until I cried, as I cleaned it up. I laughed even more when I realized that they were gathered around me, as I was cleaning it all up. I swear I heard them say, “Oops, sorry mom.” 

This story has several messages hidden within it that go along with the questions we are seeking answers for. Let’s look at the guide book to see if we can find the connection between the current experience of 'chaos' the dogs created by overturning the water bowl and creating the future we desire.  (FYI, I am thinking that the current chaos and conflict in the world was just represented by my dogs. The angels are so very creative.) 

“In the fifth dimension, there is no blame! Everyone will recognize that they attract conditions and circumstances into their lives according to their energy.” It goes on to say, “Everyone will take responsibility for their lives and act sensibly for the benefit of all.” These sentences are from  the guidance section, “Look at the thoughts and emotions you hold, for these have helped to attract or create this situation or relationship.” Yep, I would agree, my thoughts and emotions definitely helped to create the ‘chaos’ in the house a while ago. It’s magical and wonderful to “see” that what we 'think' about and ponder comes to fruition right before our very eyes!!! I am not laughing at the “chaos” in the world at the moment. I am very concerned and yes, worried about it all. Yet, I believe that we are being asked to “LET GO”. The guidebook goes on to say, “It is time to let go of your ego and visualize an outcome that is right and fair and brings happiness to everyone concerned.” 

My dogs brought me that feeling of joy and happiness today while I wrote this for you. They are giving us the message in a very profound and magical way. I am grateful that I felt the messages that they were giving us while I wrote. I am grateful to the eagles and the hawks, along with the loan squirrel, as they inspired us all through their visits. 

The guidebook goes on to tell us to ask the High Priestess, the Goddess of Truth, Pallas Athena, to guide us. “She sees through illusion and will impress truth and integrity into you, so that you make choices that are right and just. She will enable your light to shine brightly.” 

'The Law. Act with common sense and responsibility.' 

18. Manifesting & Mind Control, is last, but certainly not least. "Focus your thoughts". Notice that this picture is also the picture on the cover of the box and guidebook. My intuition is telling me that I will find more answers to this question within the contents of the whole deck and within the covers of the book by the same name. This section has in italics these words.

 “Manifesting for the highest good, using visualization, mind control, crystals and sound, will transform the way people live.” 

“This is a card of power.” Once you are living in the 5th dimension, ‘utilize this gift, and the power of manifestation to help the world!’

WOW, Manifest a magical life and more!

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21 Day Meditation Practice: Day `3

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I felt drawn to see if the Mindfulness deck had some special words for us today. I was not disappointed. Grounding suggested that we create a room. What would it look like? What color is it painted? How does it make you feel? 

I have such a room. I call it my Spirit Room. It has artwork and pictures that my parents loved. It has horse tails from the herd that crossed the rainbow bridge. It has pictures of my children, because they help to ground me. This room started to take form many years ago. I have added to it and taken away items from it as it felt like I needed to move things around. One of the items that I love in this room is my semi round table. It once belonged to my mom. I bought it from her years ago. She borrowed it after she moved into a small apartment. When she crossed over, it found its way back to me. I am grateful that this table has a prominent spot in the Spirit Room. It brings up all kinds of emotions. Some wonderful, some that are not so beautiful. Those heavy emotions have taught me to let them go, so that I may ground myself in the positive, magical energy it offers. This room has supported me as I have healed from painful memories and losses. It will support me as I share about endless possibilities that appear while I am  living ‘In the Flow.’

I can hear my Tribe guiding me along the magical road to this adventure. I feel as though there are times when I am resistant to the idea, yet every time I feel a tad bit of that resistance, I am guided in a way that feels easy and peaceful. That calm energy draws me in. It is fine to do baby steps. Just keep moving forward. Dancing all the while!

The second card, Listening. What have people said about you that was kind? This card reminds me of the discussions we have here and the ones that have been in the Thrive in 25 Body Groove challenge. What do people thank you for? Those are your gifts. I bet putting these two together is an important part of living life, “In the Flow!” Do what feels good to your heart. Follow that, because that leads us on a magical journey. Will it all be unicorns and rainbows? Maybe, maybe not, but I think we live magically when we Are kind and living a life that brings us and others gratitude. 

I have been told that I am a good listener, problem solver and that I am patient. I am thanked for all of these things, too! WOW. I am grateful. What are you told that you are good at? What do people thank you for? 

The 3rd card is also a listening card. This one asks us to listen to our body. Yes, I love this card. I was taught to listen to my body by a counselor I can not locate. Her name was Elaine Thander. She worked with Mavis Karn and Joe Bailey at the time. They taught me to notice when my body was angry, scared, worried etc. as well as when I felt joy and happiness. I would say, that was when I started to experience a lot of magic in my life. I forget to listen or notice from time to time, but eventually I remember and feel that I am living a life that is very much, In the Flow. I am grateful for their teachings and for this card. 

I believe that more people need to learn how to follow this feeling. I believe it is how we will navigate a healthier life. It is a way to make better choices and to live a stronger healthier life. I count on it daily. Many times a day to remind me to eat healthy, drink plenty of water or tea, and to get some good exercise. 

Can you listen to your body? Do you trust it to lead you to a happier, healthier and stronger place? Baby Steps!

The Wisdom Oracle Deck called to me today. 2 cards popped right out of the deck. Yes, like the ones above, these are for the community that finds them. 

5. Orphaned. Before I read about it. I thought about this word. Being without a parent or leader came to mind. It brings up sadness, so I will feel this sadness. I will honor it and move on. Because the sadness is in my thoughts. It is not happening at this moment. I look around me and all I see are joyful things. Tilly is lying next to me on one side. Tipper is on the other side. My husband is sitting in his chair next to the fire. My tea is still hot and the words are coming to me quickly. 

While reading the message, I am touched. Essential meaning. A sense of loss; not fitting in; the need to belong; uncertainty about your place. OK, that rings a bit close to home for me. How about for you? 

Some takeaways from the Oracle Message: It is important to find where you fit in. Be true to your core truths and values. Know that you will find your place with others of like mind and spirit. Not everyone will understand you. It’s time to move on. 

WOW. We are so meant to belong. I think this is why we have so many clicks and gangs. People need to belong to a community. They want to fit in. I want to be part of a loving, kind, caring, listening community that trusts in their wisdom. I want to be with empathic people who celebrate, love, joy, hope and happiness. I let go of the narcissistic, negative, fear inducing beliefs that so many find comfortable. I let go of control, fear and jealousy for love, empathy and kindness. Mindful of how our energy is a magnet for more of what we give to others. I belong to a strong, healthy community. 

23. Peace. This is the perfect word to follow Orphan. When I read it, I knew it was the right card for the community. The picture of the dove carrying the branch for peace over the sphere led me to see the face in the sphere. I don’t always see the face in these cards that quickly. Finding it gave me peace, too! It was there, right in front of me to find. We need more peace in the world, yes, but more importantly, we need to feel this peace. For feeling at peace will attract more peace into our lives. Soak that feeling up. As though you are laying in a pool of water with your hands stretched out. Floating peacefully while watching the clouds drift by. That is the feeling this card led me to feel. What are you feeling?

Essential Meaning. Freedom from attachment; Radical acceptance. Oracle message. It doesn’t get any better than this. A quiet mind and a fulfilled heart. The way to peace is through radical acceptance. Everything in your world is exactly as it should be. Harmony is beautiful. Enjoy it. 

Well, that was unexpected. How do you feel about that message? I need to process it for a moment or two I think. I do believe in living in this moment, not in the past or the future. Yes, I forget and need to remind myself of that, but I do believe that what I have in this moment is what I have. I reminded my students when they were full of fear to ground themselves. To listen for 3 things. Look for 3 things, feel 3 things etc. This was a way to help them let go of the “STUFF” the were consumed by and I guess, “Radically Accept” the present moment. 

My favorite mantra is, ‘My life always works out. It always has and always will!’

Today, I washed up two of the toys I had been looking for to share with Tilly. She was so darn happy as she carried each one around and happily chewed on them. One at a time. She reminds me to live in the moment. Sleep when you need to sleep, cry if you're sad, listen to the world going on around you. 

This morning, before my eyes were open, I noticed her moving. She did not see me looking at her. She was quiet and calm. At peace with the world as everyone around her was asleep. When I said something to her, she jumped for joy. I could hear her say, “She is up, she is awake, we can play now!” 

Tilly lives in the flow. She lives in the moment. She brings us joy! May we all live such a magical and peaceful life 

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Breath, Relax, Allow

Last night in my vision or lucid dream, I saw a lioness. She was facing to the left and roaring before she faced forward. She was strong, brave and joyful. A brave heart. A lovely soul. I saw that she was talking to someone between roars. 

I see a person. A fairy, maybe? She is loving this person or fairly. Dipping her head and letting the fairy rub her ears. Much like my horses do when I am scratching them. She wants it right there… no there… She is kind and gentle. She knows she is powerful, but at this moment, she does not need to be powerful. 

Was there a reason for that vision that continued on today in this meditation? 

The message is to be like the lioness. Know when you need to roar. Know when it is time to be kind and loving. Know when you can ask for what you need. Feel the energy between them. Feel the power that each offers you as well as others. Be an inspiration like the lioness. Listen to that spirit animal often. 

Breath, relax, allow. 

Do you have any more questions?

This is a conversation. You can ask questions or you can sit quietly and listen to your heart beat or to the beat of the heart, like a drum tapping in the distance. Either works. 

I would like to thank you again for all that you do for us. I live a charmed and magical life. I am grateful for this life. I am grateful for my four legged friends and for my amazing hubby. Thank you for Tilly. I was not convinced that bringing a puppy into our home during the winter was a good idea, but it has been. Thank you for arranging her delivery. 

It is our pleasure. She is needed, as Debbra said, for your ‘In the Flow’ adventure. You will see. She has been prepared. She is a wise one and strong and determined. She learns fast and will keep you on your toes. Yes, but in a loving, joyful way. Dancing along with you as you go about your day She is already doing more for your soul than we anticipated. You are the one who is open to her magic, so it is bringing forth more magnificence than we'd had hoped for. Keep living in the zone. Be creative, happy and establish routines. Feeding her part of her meal while she was dancing around was so fun to watch. She figured out quickly that all that jumping was not getting her the food. She sat quietly for you so you would give her a treat, even though she was a very impatient puppy. Tipper is learning right alone with her. 

Thank you…. 

Breath, relax allow

Breath in for five, hold for 5, breathe out for five…. Do this at least 3 times. 

Oh my, I think I see Jesus on a cross.

The meditation ended. The alarm went off. 

Well, I have a lot to ponder. Jesus??? I am spiritual, but not religious so seeing Jesus was completely unexpected. I actually was in denial for a few moments, thinking something else must surely appear. 

Manifest a magical day or more!

Magical Gifts and Gratitudes: Memories

Yesterday, I realized after I wrote for the day, that my friend was sending me hearts after I had dreamed of her.

In my dream I said, "Why haven't you called, it's not like you to go so long between calls!"

Today, she and my angelic team, sent me another heart. A teddy bear holding a heart. After she crossed, I saw a teddy bear cloud with a heart on the belly. During that time, I noticed all kinds of clouds in the sky to let me know that she had made it safe and sound across the veil. I can hear her now!

"Guess what?"

I would answer, "What?" knowing I would hear the answer if I responded or not!

"Not only can I make Teddy Bears with hearts in the clouds, I can do it in your coffee, too!"

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I am grateful that the Veil is thin. I am grateful that my loved ones found my vibrational signature and have learned how to communicate with me. This is a two way street. A connection, a relationship that is built on trust and faith.

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I suspect my friend sent the chicken, too. She loved her hens. Some of them had moved with her from SD to Colorado before they moved with her again to Wisconsin.

I visualize my friends and family sitting around a fire pit discussing the images they want to create and send to me. Of course the images need to be ones that I will recognize as being from them. The chicken and the Teddy Bear are easy. My dad and a friend from high school gave me Teddy Bears.

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The dog with the patch on its eye looks like the dog I had when I got my first teaching job. His name was Skipper. That dog and I went everywhere together. He even rode the ski lift with me when I was a ski instructor many years ago. My mom may have thought up his image for today, as she loved all of my dogs. She went with me to pick him out. He was a Sheltie that was too big for the show ring or for breeding. He was absolutely the perfect companion for me.

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The troll and the beaver. Oh how fun. This was my dad's idea. He use to tell stories to the grand kids all of the time about a troll on a bridge. That troll was the meanest troll around. He made every person and animal pay the toll to use the bridge. Even the beaver who could swim under it, or build a dam to flood it. The kids and my dad would laugh and laugh as the story changed every time they saw each other.

Today, I am grateful that my loved ones cared enough to send me these lovely images. I have had the best time thinking about what each image represents on this day. They brought me great joy!

Manifest a magical day or more!

Heartfelt Gratitude: Physical and Emotional Balance

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I have been spending more and more time sitting on my Balance Rider It’s purpose is to build up the core muscles and stretch the hip flexors. This exercise is important because these muscles are needed to keep me balanced on my horse if he zigs or zags unexpectedly. I can feel that I am improving each time I practice. I can feel my core muscles working as I sit on it. I can also feel that my balance in general is improving, too. Balance is an important part of life.

I spent an hour and a half listening to a zoom meeting with Mavis Karn (she is amazing, look her up on youtube) recently.

My take away from this week’s gathering, was that I could listen deeply to others and learn from them. I did not have to share a personal experience this week. I was ok being ‘invisible’ and quiet. Not that she asked me to be, not at all. In fact she encourages stories and collaborative teaching. I just followed the feel and was completely OK with just being an observer. Simply soaking in the wisdom from others, was what I felt drawn to do, during this particular large group experience.

During a breakout room session with just 3 of us, however, I was forced to experience that feeling again, partly because my camera would not connect. (I figured it out later, I needed to download an app). I had sound, but no camera. The people in my group were talking to each other. I truly was and felt invisible, but this time it was uncomfortable. I felt abandoned and ignored. I realized, that this feeling was a result of my thinking. If they did or did not intentionally exclude me, it did not matter. What mattered was how I felt and how I could regain my balance. I used this 12 minutes of time, as an opportunity to practice my emotional balance. While they were talking to each other, I focused on the feelings I was experiencing in my body.

I listened deeply to myself. I started to relive several painful moments in my life. Moments when I was controlled, not heard and forced to be invisible. I let these thoughts flow. I felt some pain or discomfort in my chest, my shoulders and my arms. Another memory, a thought, about being ignored during my life, appeared. I felt it in my heart and my throat. I focused on each of the physical feelings as they were rushing through my body.

Yes, the physical feelings were becoming painful, but I am grateful that I felt them when I did. I caught them before I relived them entirely. Noticing the physical sensations, allowed my emotional state to become balanced. I became calm and centered again.

Our time in the breakout room was coming to a close. One of the ladies asked me a question about my experience. Fortunately, I was able to say something wise, from a calm and centered place. I was able to speak from my heart. There was not enough time left to share my personal story, but I was able to share something positive and comforting.

From this experience, I realized, it was also OK to be invisible when it was not my choice to be. When another took control and didn’t see me, it hurt. However, I didn’t need to share my story. It didn’t matter if they saw me. What mattered was my ability to recover my emotional balance because I was uncomfortable when I felt ignored and invisible. 

I am so very grateful that I was able to find my balance once again. I wasn’t bucked off. I didn’t land in the muck and mire of a low emotional state. The physical sensations notified me when I was starting to tilt sideways. I was about to lose my balance. I was in danger of being bucked off. I remembered to acknowledge my physical sensations, which allowed me to move from a painful thought, to a more comfortable thought.

When I ride the Balance Rider, I am becoming very aware of my core muscles as they contract, stretch and relax. My muscles respond to the Balance Rider as it rocks side to side and to and fro. This keeps my center of gravity stable on the ever moving seat. I am physically stronger because of this practice.

Maintaining emotional balance also takes practice and awareness. Noticing and feeling my muscles contract, stretch and eventually relax as a result of my thoughts, is what keeps me emotionally centered, while life moves from side to side, and to and fro. Knowing, feeling and practicing staying emotionally balanced, is a life changing practice!

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My heartfelt gratitude for today is for physical and emotional balance. When life happens, I know that I have practiced. I have taken the time to strengthen my core muscles. Thus, increasing the odds that I will, in fact, remain centered. Confident in myself and my core, to carry me through the difficult moments. 

Are you physically balanced? 

Can you remain emotionally balanced when life moves from side to side and to and fro? 

Are you aware of the physical sensations your body sends you to help you find your balance?

Manifest a magical day!

Firelight Blessings: Meditation Day 5

 

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Last night, I took this Sundog photo, on my way to the barn. The temperature was -5 F. cold. The barn was warmer at 4 degrees above 0. The light ray over the barn caught my attention. I honestly did not see the light on the left side until I looked at the picture. I saw the one on the right, but I did not realize that the right light connected to the left light until I was learning about Sundogs. Now I can see the full circle. Now I can appreciate the beauty even more. 

I have learned that with meditation, various phases of my life and some difficult memories I can look back at these moments in time with a renewed appreciation. I have discovered a beauty I did not see or feel before. Some moments, like this amazing Sundog, start out beautiful, but become magical when I listen with my heart. 

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Last night, the Magic Glass sent me two very meaningful images. This one, of a heart gave me goosebumps and tears when I first saw it. I am experiencing them again, now. I feel a strong sense that my team of angels is showing me how much they love and appreciate me. They are letting me know how much they love what I am doing as I live my life. I feel their love and light. Their lovelight energizes me in ways I cannot put into words. I am humbled and grateful to be on this spiritual journey. 

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The second image, did not show itself to me, (similar to the full Sundog) until this morning. Can you see the polar bear image? The polar bear is a perfect image, because of the Polar Vortex that is moving across the Northern Hemisphere. Wind Chills of -35 degrees F mean that we need to be smart about what we wear to venture out into the cold. My Angelic Team is letting me know that they see me, they see us. They know we are experiencing the deep cold temperatures of winter. 

The Polar Bear message, along with the heart and the Sundog messages represent, lovelight, strength and beauty. Live a magical, spiritual and abundantly joyful life. Be amazed, feel the emotions, and be brave as you live a life full of magical adventures. 

Today is day 5 of the 21 Day Meditation Challenge. The messages our group members have been receiving during this amazing 21 day challenge have been inspiring. Meditation done as an individual is spiritual and important to experience. Meditation in a group of spiritual seekers is life changing. 

I have had my breakfast. Coconut yogurt, peanut butter, a granola cereal with turmeric and a banana. I am content and ready to open my heart to what my Angelic Team would like to share with me today. 

Opening Words Page 33  (From The Path To Hearing Angels and Guides, by Debbra Lupien)

Day 5: (from the FB Group) I read through it. The take aways for today's post were as follows. Patience and Pause to Catch Up. I just realized it is getting late in the day. We need to run and get more bedding for the horses. I will set the timer later today. Maybe after chores... The herd comes first in this weather.

Day 5: Page 53 (From The Path To Hearing Angels and Guides, by Debbra Lupien) Takeaways: "Everything is as it should be." Wow, that is powerful as I switch gears to run some errands. "Big changes are on the way... huge!" I have been sensing this change. I am not worried, but excited to have them revealed.

Pausing: I am so very grateful that my Angelic Team understands and supports pauses in our conversations! 

We ran our errands together, which was a delight. We picked up horse bedding, more buckets to carry warm feed out to the cold barn, a new combination air fryer, toaster, baking oven (it dehydrates foods too!) and some groceries. I was surprised that the grocery store was once again, out of chicken thighs. This is the second or third time the coolers were empty. 

I was pondering the above takeaways, as we were driving down and back from the local stores. I noticed the absolutely beautiful woods that we pass by. The trees were all covered with 6 inches of snow. There appeared to be more fallen trees than I remember. The snow was magical and emphasized their intricate angles. At some point, I realized that I had not left the property, except for walking the street in front of our house, since before the New Year. 

Wow, with the newly fallen snow everything was peaceful, calm and mesmerizing. It was magnificent. I am grateful that I decided to pause my meditation until now. 

Soundtrack chosen: Northern Lights. Author Paul Caro. During a polar expedition, one stops to look up at the northern lights. (This is perfect for today's meditation)

Timer is set: 15:15 minutes. I wanted time to get my fingers set on the keys! 

Ready, Set, Go!

Deep breath. Breathe, in and out. I am stretching. Swaying with the sound of the wind. I hear buzzing in my ears. Not unusual for me, but I had not noticed it, the last few days, while meditating. It might be this soundtrack. It could be stirring up my tinnitus, and ringing in the ears. 

 Breath, in and out. 

I  remember to say I have unpaused and that I am here. I recalled some of the words of the opening prayer on page 33. I repeat them to myself.   

My shoulders are tense...  I roll them releasing the stress from doing chores in the snow and cold the last few days.  

I ask for messages and guidance. 

 I see a heart.

My focus goes to my toes. My toes vibrate, energy moves up my legs... 

Deep breath, in and out. Energy moves up to my arms, my shoulders relax... my fingers feel the energy and  I take in a long, slow deep  breath.... 

The soundtrack stopped, which is fine. It was distracting. My ears are still ringing. hmmm, it must be from the cold or I am dehydrated. 

I see two white vertical lines. Now they are green. 

I hear, "You're trying too hard today."

I drift in and out... I drift, slowly along. 

The sound track returns  I realize that the sounds are glaciers and ice moving and shifting.

I drift along with them. It sounds like thunder and loud creaks. 

I realize that I am tired today and that is OK. 

I ask for love and light to fall down around me. As it does, my breathing becomes calmer,  and rhythmic. I am not as annoyed by the sound track. It is soothing now. 

Interesting how it went from annoying to soothing. 

Time is up. The alarm rang. 

On first glance. I have a few more errors than other days. They look like I will be able to fix them fairly easily. Yes, they were easy to fix. My ears are still ringing, my eyes are tired and I am ready for our evening meal. Yes, I am hungry, too! 

Takeaways: Sometimes my energy is not open to deep messages. It is absolutely ok to ask for love and light. It is ok to receive peaceful energy. It is ok to let go. Trying too hard causes resistance. It is ok to pause. It is ok to realize that when something is annoying, it might be coming from inside. Pause, because it might not be annoying 5 minutes from now!

Have you ever tried too hard to learn or do something you had your heart set on doing? 

Have you been able to pause your meditation because the timing was just not right, but later it turns out to be a magical experience?

Can you remember a moment in time that seems more beautiful now as you reflect upon it?

Manifest a magical day!

Firelight Blessings: Self Care Routines?

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My neighbor walks every morning, regardless of the weather. On Sundays, she walks in the early afternoon. We saw her walking, so I ran out to give her something important that I had for her. The weather was perfect, no snow, no ice, very little wind. She was dressed for walking. I was not, I had on my clunky, but warm, barn boots, several layers of clothes and my regular glasses. We chatted for a short time, but she wanted to keep moving, so she invited me to walk with her. 

I pondered a moment, but agreed to walk with her. We laughed, and talked as we moved our feet. Let me tell you, she can walk fast, but she slowed down for me. I put her on the outside, as we followed the circle, in front of both of our homes around for a while. I suggested this, so she could move her feet more than I was moving mine. I wanted her to be able to move as fast as she normally does.

She kindly invited me to join her the next day. The problem for me, is that she walks earlier than I am ready to go. I have my daily routine, that does not yet include walking. HMMM. We compromised and met in the middle, but it was hard for both of us. I had not completed my morning routine. I hadn’t had my coffee, fed the dog or taken my vitamins, among other things! 

The next morning arrived. We had received a couple inches of beautiful snow overnight. The snow was lovely however, and I had on better boots, so I could actually walk, instead of clunking along. I remembered to put on my sunglasses, too, because I hoped that they would protect my face from the cold, which they did. It was a little slippery, but it was still a lovely walk. I could feel my muscles vibrating, which was a good feeling. I was so glad that I had been invited to join her.

When we finished our walk. She said, I need to continue my daily routine. Meaning, I have to start at my normal time. Waiting for me isn’t going to work for her. She also said that I am always welcome to join her at a particular time! 

I loved her honesty. I love that she put herself first and let me know in a kind way, that her day starts at a certain time. I believe that we will walk together again, most likely on Sunday afternoons, but what I learned from her, is that it is important to be honest about our personal needs and routines with ourselves and with others. I appreciate her, for loving herself as much as she does. I appreciate her, because she takes self care so seriously. She inspires me to do the same!

She has caused me to think about my current needs and routines. What do I need to add to my life to make sure I am taking care of my emotional and physical needs, as well as, my horses and dogs physical and emotional needs, too? Where can I carve out more time for self care and what should I do during that time? What do I need to start doing or shift, to make sure that I am meeting all of these needs and following healthy self care routines, that sustain us all, emotionally and physically?

Movement is important. During the summer I move more… Now that winter has set in, I am concerned that I will not move as often. I am cutting, splitting and stacking wood regularly. I am running up and down the stairs to do laundry, I am going out to the barn to help do chores, but I am not doing as many physical activities as I do during Spring, Summer and Fall. 

I know that it is in my best interest to keep up a movement practice. It always has been important, but as I age, I can see that it is even more important to develop a self care routine, that helps me to be stronger, more flexible and healthier, emotionally and physically.

As I ponder what my self care routine is going to be and what I will honestly commit to, during the winter months, what does self care look like for you?

Do you have a routine that you stick to, or are you flexible and fit it in whenever and wherever you can?

Who inspires you to take better care of yourself?

I am honestly looking for ideas to inspire me to start a movement, self care routine, that I will and can commit to, during these long winter months. Thank you for your time!

Manifest a magical day

Firelight Blessings: Magical Horsehead!

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My heart smiled when I saw this horsehead, yesterday, while splitting and stacking some damp oak wood. I will let it dry out, and round off the nose before Dan clear coats it for me. I will display it proudly.

It is a beautiful piece of wood that reminds me of the story, I wrote this summer, after my dear friend earned her Angel Wings. I have been blessed by many magical images, messages and whispers of love from my Angelic Team. I am incredibly grateful for this one, too!

It also reminds me of the horsehead, my dear friend’s husband created, for displaying their loved horse’s horse tails. (Horse tails are kept by many of us, after our heart horses cross over.) The horsehead that appeared for me yesterday may be what I use, to cherish our horse tails, too! It’s magical, whimsical and was a gift from my angelic team, which my dear friend is now a member of.

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I wonder, did my friend participate in creating this amazing gift while I was splitting wood?

Have you been blessed by an image or creation that is meaningful to you?

Do you hear the loving sweet whispers your Angelic Team sends to you?

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Manifest a magical day!