Spirit of Eagle

This morning I updated my status about a meet up I had with a Bald Eagle yesterday. Some of you know that I’ve been searching for work since the beginning of December, however, I also launched a personal business at the beginning of this year, so life is good.

Yesterday as I left the house to meet a friend for lunch, I was thinking about the interview I was about to have (this morning); wondering how it would turn out. I have had quite a few interviews these past couple of weeks, but no follow through so my spirits were dropping, as was my confidence.

No more did I start thinking all of this when a beautiful, majestic Bald Eagle flew over me and continued just in front of me. How cool is that??? I live 5 miles from the foothills and about 10 miles from the Rio Grande, so I wouldn’t normally see an Eagle this far from the mountains or river. Still grinning here…

I’ve used this in between job break as a time to reconnect with my spiritual roots, and having a past relationship with Bald Eagle, I truly welcomed her presence and message yesterday.

Generally speaking, Eagle represents (among many other symbolisms) the direction of east on the medicine wheel and is all about illumination & courage; just like the sun rising in the east, lighting our path so we have the ability to see throughout the day – within and without.

Eagle is also considered the Divine link between Grandfather Sky and humans, so I believe the message to me was that my prayers are in fact being answered, and by using my innate creative ability, I have been shown that I am on the right path after all.

One of Louise Hay’s Affirmations is

“Life brings me only good experiences. I am open to new and wonderful changes.”

And so it is.

Aho

Solstice: Earth Renewal Moon

The drum set the pace with a slow, steady beat while we walked in a single line and took our place next to one of the twelve moons that made up part of the outer circle in the medicine wheel. The 7 stones making up the inner circle were dark. The fire had not yet been lit.

The center stone in the medicine wheel represents the Creator and creation. In this case, the firepit would soon burn brightly to remind us of creation, death and rebirth of all things.

Solstice is a time to go within and reflect on all of our blessings. We learn gratitude for the challenges and release what is holding us back from creating a whole life.

Today begins a new moon on the medicine wheel, the Earth Renewal Moon. From her we learn to receive what the universe is giving us. We also learn that what we receive is a gift for sharing with others.

The totems representing this moon are Snow Goose, Quartz, Birch and the Color is White. The elemental influence comes from the Turtle clan. I could go in depth about what each of these represents, however, I'm drawn to Quartz and Birch at the moment.

I recall many lessons taught to me by my grandfather while he and I walked in the woods; he sharing stories while pointing to the birch trees telling me to be careful what I said around them because they never forgot and hold our ancient knowledge deep within them. From him, I learned about so many trees and other plants I would later come to respect and develop relationships with.

Quartz - specifically Rose Quartz, speaks of love and opening your heart to whatever the universe has to offer.I've learned to let go and now the universe is showing me a brand new world; full of creation and love.

After we sat quietly listening to the drum and reflecting, I began singing a song about a new journey. When I finished, I lit the fire in the pit. There were twelve small votive candles placed in a circle surrounding the inner spoke. We each picked a candle up. Taking a stick from the fire, I lit my candle. I turned to the person next to me and lit his candle, telling him I share my light from within so that it may shine without; may he do the same. This continued until all of the candles were lit. We ended the ceremony with song and dance, followed with food and drink.

Wishing you all an abundance of light, love, joy, and creation in the new year!

A Door Closed, But the Universe Opened Up Wide For Me

Yesterday, Eighteen days before Christmas, I was walked out of my job. Never once was I told I did something wrong, nor was I ever reprimanded for anything. The reason given to me was that they no longer needed the position and were eliminating it. Oh, and by the way, did I have any questions?

No, not one question. I did, however, see through the BS.

Not too long ago, a young man was promoted from within to the exact same title as me. In fact, I was the one he came to gather information on what and how to do things. Shortly after he was promoted, I felt the energy shift within the department. I tried ignoring the signs, thinking I was being ridiculous, however, I know better than to ignore the flags.

I was given a two-week severance agreement to look over. In the agreement, there are two mentions that if I chose to file an age discrimination claim or an Older Person’s Act Claim; both of which I am protected, then I will waive my rights to a severance check.

With that said, I’m told I should be angry and go after the company for promoting this young man and kicking me out. But as a very close person once shared with me; “Don’t let others’ ‘should’ on you.”

So, as of today, I am sticking to my ground and taking what the company is offering me without putting up a fight. My energy is meant for another journey; one that I set in motion 4 months ago and the universe is now answering. I wasn’t prepared for how I was going to travel down this new path, but I know that the universe is opening up the sky for me.

Knock, Knock
Photograph by r.l.karman. Venice, Italy
Copyright. All Rights Reserved.

A door closed on me, so I started knocking and I fully believe the universe set the plan in motion. I am now journeying down a path that I created for my own well-being rather than the path others think I should be traveling.

Follow Your Dreams.
Photograph by r.l.karman.
Venice, Italy
Copyright. All Rights Reserved.

I won’t deny I’m a bit anxious, but I know that by following the wind, I’ll be led to the correct nest…

Namaste

Reading a Rock

During my Clinical Herbalism class last night, the instructor spoke about the vibrational imprint of objects; how objects retain the energies (good and bad) of its previous owner, and when we purchase something we should always cleanse it. 

The first thing that came to mind about vibrational imprints were rocks. I was taught early on how to read rocks to find answers; because they have been around so long, they hold the answers of our ancestors and the key to our history.

Rock reading is used to find answers, so let me share how to do this. 

1. If you have a question that needs and answer, grab a pen and paper and go take a walk and look for a rock that appeals to you - one that is about grapefruit size and has lots of indentations on it - not a smooth surfaced rock. 

2. sit down with the rock and repeat your question 3 times to the rock for which you would like an 
answer. 

3. Now look at the top surface of the rock and pick out four shapes (images) and write down what images you see. 

4. Move to all sides of the rock, each time thinking of your question and writing down four images you see on each side; you should have a minimum of 4 - 6 sides 

5. now sit quietly reflecting on the first set of 4 images you wrote down. When you look at these 4 as a whole, what does the whole represent for you? Write that down 

6. repeat step 5 for each group of images you wrote down. 

7. Now put together the last representations you just wrote down, and reflect on their meanings as a whole. 

8. Your answer will be there. 

Moving on, I wanted to share the following article on Psychometry, which talks about objects you encounter. 

http://www.dailyom.com/articles/2015/50219.html 

Hope everyone has a great day! 
Namaste

Owl -- seeing in the dark

Owl is amazing! Of course, there really isn't an animal I've met that I  didn't like.  

I took this photo at work today. When I saw the owl, I set my coffee down and walked right up to the tree next to the tree the owl was resting in. It watched me walk up and sat there staring at me. 

I smiled and said I loved him; he slowly blinked at me with both eyes. I took that as a positive sign. I then thanked him for being there, and he winked at me with one eye; also a good sign. 

Owls symbolize the ability to see where others cannot; whether it be the need to change or the ability to see deceit. 

For now, I know I'm going through a great transition in my life so I'm looking within to see what I need to change in order to continue moving forward

Namaste

Kindness Opens Doors

I see you every once in awhile while I'm out working in my front yard. You stand with your walker in the front door peering out. I wave and you stare at me. I know we haven't met (yet), however I'm looking out for you. You're housebound, but a visitor comes check on you once each day. Late at night however, before I head to bed, I notice your front door wide open, so I slip on over and quietly close it so you'll be safe through the night.

Finally, after a year we make contact. Your paper is laying in the middle of the yard and you can't get it, so you open your door and beckon me to bring the newspaper to you. I do and you're grateful.

Now when I go home at lunch, sometimes I see your inside door open and the paper in the yard. I pick up the paper and peek in your front screen door. You're sitting on your walker in front of the TV. You notice me and wave me in. I hand you your paper, wish you a good day and I'm on my way.

A door between us has finally opened.

Compassion

For the month of October, my focus is Compassion.

As a healer, I think the number one thing I need to remember is to become more compassionate and remember that everyone has a story, including myself.

I know I have only to look inside to see the path I’m choosing now is so different from whence I came. My clients are choosing a different path now, and I need to honor them for making the decision to change.

I started thinking about Dr. Masaru Emoto and his work with water crystals. Our thoughts and energy create both positive and negative. In Dr Emoto’s work, he shows that by simply saying “I love you” to water, the energy within the water changes.

People are  like water; some are mucky and some are only dirty, while others are crystal clear. How wonderful that I have the opportunity to help others on their path of healing by first being compassionate and sending them light and love to help clear their way.

Wishing you light and love.

Namaste