Celebrate Everything!

Was contemplating, while composing this post, there is no one holiday I celebrate that is shared by everyone I know in this world. Even New Year is celebrated at different times in different cultures.

But January does mark the beginning of the New calendar Year (as acknowledged by most humans), and hence, widely associated with new beginnings. Yet really, every breath we take can be a new beginning. All that is necessary for a new beginning is a conscious choice. A determination that, from this breath or moment on, things will be different. That difference depends on your desires and the degree to which you wish them to manifest. What old thoughts, beliefs, do you need to release in order to make room for new possibilities? What kind of person do you need to recreate yourself to be to allow what you wish for? What shifts can you make in your own personal environment that will help facilitate your new world?

Celebrate everything! This definitely helps bring about wonderful shift. I feel that celebration is another flavor of Gratitude. The celebratory aspect is like Joy infused Gratitude. Joy lends to being light-hearted. With all the interesting things going on in this world, a sense of light-heartedness sure helps navigate each day. Not only are our lives happier but it rubs off on everyone we touch, in any manner, as we go along our merry way. 

So celebrate – the sunrise, the sunset, the bird
that stops by to sing you a song, a flower blooming, a child’s smile, a puppy, whatever day of the week it is, national chocolate day – whatever brings your heart delight. Thankfully, I have a personal little pixie that reminds me regularly of celebrating the magic in each day. If you don’t, I suggest you find your own personal pixie or angel to remind you too! 

                            

With new starts, one can always don fresh ways of enhancing their health and wellness. If you’ve ever considered a nutritional support system, I invite you to investigate my offering of Juice Plus. While I am generally not a pulpit preacher, I highly recommend this product to most for a myriad of reasons. Thanking you, in advance, for supporting me if you choose to look into this wellness booster for yourself!

And, to wrap up with a little sparkle, here is one of my latest beach creations for you to acquire or simply enjoy looking at. Two lovely pearl and barnacle encrusted sand dollars, outlined in actual sand and set in a beautiful varnished shadow box. Teal blue glittery sides remind of the ocean from whence they came. A bevel edged glass cover protects it all. Please contact if you are interested.

As always, thank you for your love and support on whatever level you have and are providing. You are, as well, in my bright intentions. I hold you and yours in powerful energy for well-being in all aspects of your life……and Celebrate You Too all the year through!

 

Putting It Out To The Universe

“God helps those who help themselves.” In keeping with this profound statement, I am putting my request out to the Universe as I look for direction regarding the next chapter of my journey.

                                                                             

I thought I was going to be blogging this month about an exciting development I am looking forward to sharing with you. However, I am waiting until all the t’s are crossed and i’s are dotted. Apparently some involved in this endeavor are on “island time”. Maybe next month.

In the meantime, I am asking Heaven and Earth for guidance, leads and tips. As you may remember from my post Baring My Soul and Planting a Dream, I am on a quest to find my special Paradise…..

Walk with me as the sparkling white sand caresses our bare feet, extending for secluded miles in both directions. Bright sunshine warms our skin and we catch a hint of salt on the refreshing sea breeze. Huge rumbling thunderheads shapeshift across azuline skies teasing as to whether they will drench us with

a quick shower or not. Look! A pod of friendly dolphins have decided to enchant our day, spontaneously putting on a show. We can’t resist entering the warm crystal clear water, turquoise in hue, to join them. Our interaction with our cetacean friends is one of playfulness, bounding joy and deep respect. Finally, coaxing ourselves back on shore, our eyes drink in dense trees entangled in green vines teeming with life.

Regal palm trees occasionally bend toward the ocean and the fragrance of plumeria is intoxicating. Colorful hibiscus and exquisite orchids around the house add to the beauty. Along with the hypnotic crashing of the waves on the beach, there is the constant song of the jungle. Parrots, toucans, monkeys, cicadas and frogs all add their own harmony to the chorus. As evening nears, those magnificent clouds and the humidity they provide, all contribute to the glorious sunset manifesting just for us. It is impossible with human words to describe the infinite kaleidoscope of color keeping us spellbound as the great blazing ball sinks into the sea.

In the soft pastel twilight of the balmy evening, we express gratitude for the loveliness all around in this Tropical Retreat. But wait, there’s more! See the magical glow appearing here and there in the water. Bioluminescence! Wonders will never cease…..

Sooooo, will you help me get there?! Maybe help "us" get there? Keep in mind I live mostly by trade of some sort as you may recall in MONEY – NOT the ONLY Currency. Here are thoughts of how you can be – or continue being – part of my Legion of Earth Angels:

* Do you know anyone traveling to a part of the world that sounds like above description who might benefit from having a travel companion?

* Might you have an acquaintance who lives in a similar area of the world that just might host a gypsy for a while? I can help out in many ways I can as I investigate my surroundings.

* Have you personally traveled to (or are in) a location that sounds like this? If so, may I contact you with questions?

* Do you have a blog or newsletter (or a friend who has a blog or newsletter) that you could get me more exposure by sharing this message and possibly reach the “right” person or people?

* Do you have any connections with a publication, in print and/or online, who would want to write about this ongoing saga and pay for it facilitating, or supplementing, my travel?

* You know anyone who has a yacht or large sailboat and wants to explore suitable tropical beaches? Needs to be large enough for me to have a little privacy - no room sharing with someone I just met!

*Are you a writer or know a writer who’d like to partner with me on my story? Maybe even a producer? If you are familiar with Elizabeth Gilbert’s “Eat Pray Love”….the work would be that kind of “feel”.

* Might you have creative, research, travel or other resources I haven’t mentioned that could be useful in my search?

At this time, I am exceedingly blessed to be in a wonderful mutually supportive and respectful situation. Huge thanks to my Dear Angels making this so. I have a number of leads for “what’s next” but nothing feels for sure appropriate yet. Most of the time I do well living in the moment… enjoying the richness of people and activities in my NOW. Simultaneously, there is that little part in my now that nudges me to reach out and continue My Odyssey.

Big appreciation, as always, for journeying with me!!

P.S. This blog post was inspired by a card I picked from my SELF-CARE CARDS by Cheryl Richardson. It was HELP...."Ask for help ~ Receiving is an act of generosity." I mused about it for days actually wondering who I could ask for help that I hadn't already. Then I was guided to ask all of you....my benevolent readers and Earth Angels. Help.....Please and Thank You!

Magic and Miracles

As per Merriam-Webster:

*Magic - a power that allows people (such as witches and wizards) to do impossible things by saying special words or performing special actions

*Miracle - an unusual or wonderful event that is believed to be caused by the power of God

“There are only two ways to live your life. One is as though nothing is a miracle. The other is as though everything is.” ~ a favorite quote of mine attributed to my friend, Albert Einstein. The way I see it is that we, people, are all part of God, the Universe or the Creative Source – however you wish to address the One Who is accurately unnameable with human words. So when people take godly action with “special” intent, magic and miracles are the result. Every One has magic in them and Every One is capable of manifesting miracles. That being said, I’d like to share with you some enchantment and delight in my experience.

Months back, I was still raw and recovering from the intensely disconcerting challenges I managed to open 2016 with. Earth Angels were hosting me in their warm home as I was in my “cocooning” process… Read previous blogs: Let It Go & Have Courage and Be Kind. It was a rare glorious sunshiny morning on their beach. Rare because, in that part of the world, much of the year the mornings begin foggy or overcast. Although I was doing my best to focus on and appreciate the sand under my bare feet, the warm sunshine on my skin, the hypnotic sounds of the waves…..my monkey mind kept taking over. “How could I have let myself get sucked in to such a dark situation?! Why didn’t I stop when I saw the red flags? I know I was following my guidance….maybe it wasn’t so reliable after all. Maybe I couldn’t ‘read’ anything. Maybe I didn’t have those ‘special’ abilities I’ve shared with a few others. Maybe I’m making all these things up.” Yup, the mental chatter continued ripping into me in spite of my constant efforts to shift my attention to brighter topics. Simultaneously with the “maybe I’m making all this up” nonsense tormenting my mind, I saw a mental picture. A heart ruby ring surrounded by tiny diamonds appeared. I was a bit confused as it looked like the heart shaped ruby ring I have often worn for years. In fact, that one graced my left ring finger as I walked. Again the mental image showed me the ring under the sand. “Yup, I'm really losing it now….this is all a figment of my fertile imagination!” I told myself. Still mentally berating myself, I almost continued walking. Then curiosity got the best of me. I took a step back and moved the sand where I “saw” the ruby heart ring beneath. Lo and behold I picked up a ring….with a heart shaped ruby surrounded by diamonds, extremely similar to the one I was currently wearing on my hand only there was a small piece of the band inside missing! Upon closer examination, the similarities to mine were uncanny.

It could have been made by the same company/designer as the one on my hand that had been lovingly gifted to me a couple decades ago. Sharing my miraculous story with a confidant in an effort to determine the meaning of this broken heart ring, she offered, “You are the treasure”. My sister added, “…that most people don’t see”. It was a treasure that most folks would not have seen indeed. The story goes on and on with a number of twists and turns along the way. It ended up being repaired and now I wear it also on the opposite hand as the other. When I found it I was totally doubting myself and my abilities. This was a direct result of allowing myself to be broken down earlier in the year second guessing everything I

knew. Wearing this miraculous ruby heart ring now is a sparkling reminder to me that I am whole and

complete and have access to the Infinite powers of God and the Universe as long as I remember and align myself in the proper manner to that energy.

Another Entity – Familiar – Energy that I align with is that of my playful Dolphins. It is impossible for me to even describe in human language my relationship with them. I “know” more things with them. My own power is enhanced and remembered more acutely through them. Near my Dolphin family, I feel an indescribably joy that fairly bursts from inside me. The secluded tropical beach home of my dreams is unquestionably near them as you may remember in Baring My Soul and Planting a Dream.  The last time I was in their physical presence was in Hawaii toward the end of last year..Aloha and Mahalo  I even had the magical opportunity to swim with them up close and personal – or, would that be, dolphinal? Whatever you call it, that was an intimate, almost outer-worldly experience. Yes, that is how I want to feel every day! That felt as close to my “natural state” as ever.

As mentioned earlier, we all have magical capabilities that include connecting with Dolphins, or whoever we wish to connect with, even when we are not in their physical presence. Spiritual or telepathic communion can be just as potent, if not more so, when we discover how to get on the same energetic wave length. Glimpses and snippets are all I personally have achieved at this point in time leaving me longing, at other times, for their uplifting loving company. Anne Gordon De Barrigon is a friend who hosts Whale and Dolphin retreats and observation trips in Panama and other locations. She knows how to communicate with our cetacean friends telepathically as well. This particular message from the Dolphins via Anne left me feeling they were in my presence again/still. My finned family has magically visited me in a number of other ways as well. Ready for one more story? Alright, I’ll keep it short and sweet.

While I was in the “right” place at the “right” time a number of weeks ago, the urge arose to travel back to a location where nature nurtured me more. I also longed to be in my Dolphins' physical presence. Starting to peacefully make plans to be on my way, my life turned on a dime once again. Literally, within an hour’s time, I knew without a doubt what my next mission was. Although thrilled with the clarity and prospect of making a positively magical difference, it wasn’t going to be anywhere near “nurturing nature”. Going to my new “assignment” in the octave of my magical birthday (Aloha), my dear friend and host mentioned she had a birthday gift for me. Keep in mind when we got together a few days before, she didn’t even know I was going to be in the area and suspected from a fb post when my birthday was. I was speechless when she presented the hand carved wooden sculpture she’d acquired from the artisan. Deeply moved to tears, I was sure the Dolphins were reminding me, through her intuitive kindness, that they were and are always with me.

The recent proverbial icing on the cake happened a few days ago. While having wistful thoughts about being with my dolphins I saw a message in my email. It was a glowing image reminding me of their constant presence via my friend. Maybe you feel the joy and connection with them too as you gaze upon this picture….

Please also feel my profound gratitude as you continue on this journey with me. Your support and love mean more to me than you know as well as the many ways Dolphin Energy is reflected from within your own hearts. Infinite oceans of blessings my friends…..

P.S. But wait! There's More! The day after I posted this, another dolphin miracle occurred. The intuitive, kind lady who gifted me the exquisite wood carved dolphins has an amazing son. He just returned from a cruise and was thoughtfully presenting his mom with gifts from his travels. To my surprise, I was called into the conversation. The young man had brought a gift for me! This was astonishing enough but the actual gift really put me over the top. It was a glass cube with a laser etched figure inside.....a mermaid riding a dolphin!! Realize he doesn't know me much, didn't consciously know a thing about my dolphin connection and was totally unaware of his mom's dolphin gift to me previously. I am soooo grateful for all the beautiful people in my life streaming joyous dolphin energy!!

Magic and Miracles

As per Merriam-Webster:

*Magic - a power that allows people (such as witches and wizards) to do impossible things by saying special words or performing special actions

*Miracle - an unusual or wonderful event that is believed to be caused by the power of God

“There are only two ways to live your life. One is as though nothing is a miracle. The other is as though everything is.” ~ a favorite quote of mine attributed to my friend, Albert Einstein. The way I see it is that we, people, are all part of God, the Universe or the Creative Source – however you wish to address the One Who is accurately unnameable with human words. So when people take godly action with “special” intent, magic and miracles are the result. Every One has magic in them and Every One is capable of manifesting miracles. That being said, I’d like to share with you some enchantment and delight in my experience.

Months back, I was still raw and recovering from the intensely disconcerting challenges I managed to open 2016 with. Earth Angels were hosting me in their warm home as I was in my “cocooning” process… Read previous blogs: Let It Go & Have Courage and Be Kind. It was a rare glorious sunshiny morning on their beach. Rare because, in that part of the world, much of the year the mornings begin foggy or overcast. Although I was doing my best to focus on and appreciate the sand under my bare feet, the warm sunshine on my skin, the hypnotic sounds of the waves…..my monkey mind kept taking over. “How could I have let myself get sucked in to such a dark situation?! Why didn’t I stop when I saw the red flags? I know I was following my guidance….maybe it wasn’t so reliable after all. Maybe I couldn’t ‘read’ anything. Maybe I didn’t have those ‘special’ abilities I’ve shared with a few others. Maybe I’m making all these things up.” Yup, the mental chatter continued ripping into me in spite of my constant efforts to shift my attention to brighter topics. Simultaneously with the “maybe I’m making all this up” nonsense tormenting my mind, I saw a mental picture. A heart ruby ring surrounded by tiny diamonds appeared. I was a bit confused as it looked like the heart shaped ruby ring I have often worn for years. In fact, that one graced my left ring finger as I walked. Again the mental image showed me the ring under the sand. “Yup, I'm really losing it now….this is all a figment of my fertile imagination!” I told myself. Still mentally berating myself, I almost continued walking. Then curiosity got the best of me. I took a step back and moved the sand where I “saw” the ruby heart ring beneath. Lo and behold I picked up a ring….with a heart shaped ruby surrounded by diamonds, extremely similar to the one I was currently wearing on my hand only there was a small piece of the band inside missing! Upon closer examination, the similarities to mine were uncanny.

It could have been made by the same company/designer as the one on my hand that had been gifted to me a couple decades ago. Sharing my miraculous story with a confidant in an effort to determine the meaning of this broken heart ring, she offered, “You are the treasure”. My sister added, “…that most people don’t see”. It was a treasure that most folks would not have seen indeed. The story goes on and on with a number of twists and turns along the way. It ended up being repaired and now I wear it also on the opposite hand as the other. When I found it I was totally doubting myself and my abilities. This was a direct result of allowing myself to be broken down earlier in the year second guessing everything I

knew. Wearing this miraculous ruby heart ring now is a sparkling reminder to me that I am whole and

complete and have access to the Infinite powers of God and the Universe as long as I remember and align myself in the proper manner to that energy.

Another Entity – Familiar – Energy that I align with is that of my playful Dolphins. It is impossible for me to even describe in human language my relationship with them. I “know” more things with them. My own power is enhanced and remembered more acutely through them. Near my Dolphin family, I feel an indescribably joy that fairly bursts from inside me. The secluded tropical beach home of my dreams is unquestionably near them as you may remember in Baring My Soul and Planting a Dream.  The last time I was in their physical presence was in Hawaii toward the end of last year..Aloha and Mahalo  I even had the magical opportunity to swim with them up close and personal – or would that be dolphinal? Whatever you call it, that was an intimate, almost outer-worldly experience. Yes, that is how I want to feel every day! That felt as close to my “natural state” as ever.

As mentioned earlier, we all have magical capabilities that include connecting with Dolphins, or whoever we wish to connect with, even when we are not in their physical presence. Spiritual or telepathic communion can be just as potent, if not more so, when we discover how to get on the same energetic wave length. Glimpses and snippets are all I personally have achieved at this point in time leaving me longing, at other times, for their uplifting loving company. Anne Gordon De Barrigon is a friend who hosts Whale and Dolphin retreats and observation trips in Panama and other locations. She knows how to communicate with our cetacean friends telepathically as well. This particular message from the Dolphins via Anne left me feeling they were in my presence again/still. My finned family has magically visited me in a number of other ways as well. Ready for one more story? Alright, I’ll keep it short and sweet.

While I was in the “right” place at the “right” time a number of weeks ago, the urge arose to travel back to a location where nature nurtured me more. I also longed to be in my Dolphins' physical presence. Starting to peacefully make plans to be on my way, my life turned on a dime once again. Literally, within an hour’s time, I knew without a doubt what my next mission was. Although thrilled with the clarity and prospect of making a positively magical difference, it wasn’t going to be anywhere near “nurturing nature”. Going to my new “assignment” in the octave of my magical birthday (Aloha), my dear friend and host mentioned she had a birthday gift for me. Keep in mind when we got together a few days before, she didn’t even know I was going to be in the area and suspected from a fb post when my birthday was. I was speechless when she presented the hand carved wooden sculpture she’d acquired from the artisan. Deeply moved to tears, I was sure the Dolphins were reminding me, through her intuitive kindness, that they were and are always with me.

The recent proverbial icing on the cake happened a few days ago. While having wistful thoughts about being with my dolphins I saw a message in my email. It was a glowing image reminding me of their constant presence via my friend. Maybe you feel the joy and connection with them too as you gaze upon this picture….

Please also feel my profound gratitude as you continue on this journey with me. Your support and love mean more to me than you know as well as the many ways Dolphin Energy is reflected from within your own hearts. Infinite oceans of blessings my friends…..