Look for your Daily Card Reading on my Facebook page...Conscious Connections With Linda...while I am away on our bike trip!

Sooooo...after consulting with my 'tech guy' here in Arizona, I find that it will be very easy for me to post your daily card reading from my Ipad onto my Facebook page, but not so easy to post to my website.  Therefore, I will be posting your Daily Card Reading on my Facebook page ONLY, while we are away on our motorcycle adventure, beginning April 28th/14.
Once we return to Canada May 28th, I will resume posting your Daily Card Reading to the website page, also.
Thanks for your understanding...
Blessings to you,
Linda

Your reading for Monday, April 28th/14 ~ Archangel Gabrielle

As we are leaving on our motorcycle adventure early tomorrow morning, I am posting your reading for Monday, April 28th, at this time.  I am used to using my laptop, which my 'tech friend' has set up beautifully for me to post from; but I am going to attempt to post using my Ipad while we are off on our road trip...
Your card was drawn from the 'Messages From Your Angels' deck, authored by Doreen Virtue.  Your card is the 'Archangel Gabrielle' card, and Doreen's message for the card is this:
"You have an important life purpose involving communication and the arts.  Please don't allow insecurities to hold you back.  I will help you."

My message for you today is this:
Acting as an impactful communicator takes on many roles and is expressed in a myriad of ways.  You do not have to be addressing a large group of people in order for your message to be of consequence in the World.  I have spoken before of the 'ripple effect' and how we don't always witness the significance our words and actions may have on another. Archangel  Gabrielle is known as the 'angel of communication' and she assists us in such matters.  Her name means, 'Messenger of God'; many experience her aura as copper in color; and a crystal said to align well with her energy, is citrine.  Remember that Archangels are of a high vibration and have the ability to bi-locate---to be with multiple Souls at once---and therefore you are not pulling her energy from another, by asking that she be with you.
Your message today is not necessarily about sharing your words or creative endeavors with the masses; but rather to understand that what you say and do absolutely effects those around you.  Choose, in expressing yourself out into the World, to do so from a place of Love (and that means Love of self, also!).   However, if you ARE currently involved in producing or creating a means of communicating that you intend for a wider audience, KNOW that you are completely supported in doing so, and that this is indeed an aspect of your life purpose.  Set aside any fears or insecurities and step lovingly and confidently into your act of service!  Ask Archangel Gabrielle to assist you in moving forward with ease and grace.
Blessed be...

Abundance

Your card today is drawn from the 'Manifesting Wealth & Wisdom' oracle card deck, authored by my friend, Jaden Sterling.  This is a very accurate deck to work with and, as Jaden is an 'action oriented' person, he has 'Action' steps indicated on each card. Jaden is an amazing intuitive and wonderful Soul, whose life mission is to assist others .  Check out his 'Jaden Sterling Wealth Mastery' Facebook page, where his website is also posted.
The card that dropped out of the deck for you today is no surprise to close out this week!  It is a powerful card within this deck---the 'Abundance' card---and Jaden's message for the card is this:
"Drawing this card serves as a reminder that abundance is a spiritual condition, in fact, it is your birthright.  Being open to the many forms abundance takes such as, gifts, friendships, money, opportunities and creative ideas make your tomorrow even richer.
Action:
If feeling fear around abundance, breathe into your heart chakra; this is where you connect with Source.

Self love + Purpose x Passion = Abundance

Having an attitude of gratitude is essential for you to experience true abundance."

My message for you today is this:
This was the perfect card to bring all the messages of the week together for you!  Thank you, Universe!  So many Lightworkers---and those who desire to live their lives in service to others---struggle with RECEIVING abundance in its many forms. We even seem to deflect a compliment when it is expressed to us, at times.  We hold the belief that, if we are meant to be 'givers' or 'helpers', we are not meant to be 'receivers'...as if to be one negates being the other!  We are learning a very important lesson during this SHIFT that we are in; that a fulfilled and productive life is a BALANCED life!  To achieve balance means both giving and receiving.  I have said it before...you cannot offer another a drink from your glass, if your glass is empty.  We all deserve abundance, and to allow yourself to receive DOES NOT take away from another!  We are thankfully shifting away from that competitive energy way of thinking and being; and moving toward a cooperative energy (understanding that there is ENOUGH for ALL) way of thinking and being.  We support each other, even as we LOVE AND SUPPORT OURSELVES!  
I appreciate how Jaden reminds us, also, about the importance of gratitude in attracting abundance into our lives...I have expressed to you many times in the messages shared for you here, that the energy of gratitude is a powerful element to manifestation.  We used to believe that we expressed gratitude only once we received our desired object or outcome...we now understand that by expressing gratitude for our current abundance (in whatever form it takes), we energetically attract greater abundance to our life through the 'Law of Attraction' and the 'Law of Vibration'.
You DO exist in an abundant Universe...how will you consciously draw that abundance to yourself today (and in the days ahead), knowing full well that you are absolutely deserving?
Blessed be...

New Beginnings

I am SO EXCITED to have my 'Conscious Connections With Linda' Facebook page up and running, as of last evening!  I will be posting your daily card reading there, as well as on this page of my website; so you will have 2 means of accessing your Daily Card Reading now!
If you feel so inclined to 'Like' my Facebook page, that would be awesome!  I will also be posting about events that I will be attending; courses I am offering; and whatever feels pertinent to share!  My sincere, heartfelt gratitude for your support; as it is my greatest desire to support you, also!  Each time any of us shines our Light, we enlighten the World---and THAT'S what we are here for!  Blessed be...

Your card today was drawn from the 'Healing With Your Angels' deck, authored by Doreen Virtue.  Your card is the 'New Beginnings' card, and Doreen's message for the card is this:
"Embrace the new in your life, including new opportunities, people and projects.  The angels know that change can be frightening, and they surround you now with loving energy.  Call upon them whenever you feel afraid of facing novel situations.  They will boost your confidence and energy so that you can enjoy your new beginnings."

My message for you today is this:
Change is not always easy, and in fact, we sometimes remain in old patterns of behavior, simply because to change feels too daunting.  I love the quote by Anais Nin that says, "And the day came when the risk to remain tight in a bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom."  Often times we need to get really uncomfortable before we are prepared to face the need to change.  What we need to understand at such times is that there IS support and assistance available to us; and that, once you take the steps toward making a change, it is typically a  lot easier than you had imagined it would be.  Change can even be exciting and invigorating when you choose to approach it with such an attitude!  We have definitely been very strongly in the 'pushing you out of your comfort zone' energy of late, and we will continue to be so.  So choose to move WITH that energy, and to UTILIZE it; rather than to RESIST it, as you consciously make changes in your life that are for your greater good (and therefore, the greater good of All).  In the northern hemisphere, we are in the season of Spring and thereby, new beginnings. Allow that energy to be expressed in various areas of your life.  Ask your guides and angels to assist and guide you and to bring to you the people, situations and opportunities that will best bring about your growth and change.
Blessed be...

The Dreamer

Your card today was drawn from the 'Angel Tarot' deck, authored by Doreen Virtue & Radleigh Valentine.  A tarot deck has two components:  the major arcana and the minor arcana.  I have always worked with this deck intact, but today, I was guided to separate the major arcana cards from the minor arcana cards.  Your card was drawn from the 22 major arcana cards within this deck---each card being aligned with an Archangel's energy.  Major arcana cards tend to address the major themes within our life circumstances, while minor arcana cards speak to the details within our lives. Perhaps it is because of the very powerful cosmic energy that we are currently in that Spirit guided me to work exclusively with the major arcana cards for you today.  Your card is 'The Dreamer', which is aligned with Archangel Metatron.
Doreen & Valentine's message for the card is this:
"The angels bring you this card because you're entering a new and exciting phase of your life.  It's important that you believe in yourself and know that the benevolent Universe wants you to succeed.  Now is the time for faith, and commitment to your dreams!  Take any necessary steps to move forward with confidence."

My message for you today is this:
Archangel Metatron is one of only 2 Archangels who lived a life here on Earth, as the prophet Enoch.  He lived his life in such an exemplary manner that he was ascended to Archangeldom.  He is the perfect Archangel to step forward with your message, because he HAS experienced life here in the physical and understands that it is necessary to navigate your way through some mundane tasks in order to bring your dreams to fruition.  Call upon him to guide and assist you through the action steps necessary in fulfilling your dreams. Metatron is also known to work closely with children, particularly those viewed as 'different' or 'special' or 'spiritually gifted'.  He will help you to not only take the action steps needed but to follow the path that leads to your dream with an attitude of child-like wonder!  Many experience his aura as green and pink stripes and therefore a crystal said to align well with his energy is watermelon tourmaline.  Remember that Archangels have the ability to bi-locate---to be with multiple Souls at one time---so you are NOT pulling Metatron away from another Soul, when you ask him to work with you!
Encapsulate the cosmic energies being offered to you at this time---as well as the support of Archangel Metatron---to propel yourself forward in achieving your long-held goals and dreams.  YOU ARE SO SUPPORTED AT THIS TIME, BECAUSE YOUR LIGHT IS SO NEEDED!  DREAM BIG FOR YOURSELF!
Blessed be...

Creation

HAPPY EARTH DAY!
We are being told to watch the skies tonight, particularly in the early hours, as the Lyrid Meteor Shower will be most visible with 20 meteors per hour!  These meteors will appear as very dusty with bright lingering 'tails' of light.  The Lyrid Meteor Shower can be seen April 16-25th.  Two evenings ago (April 20th), my husband and I were amazed to see 3 'falling stars' during a half hour period, and one of them had a distinctive 'tail of light'.  Little did we know, we were witnessing a meteor shower!  Can't wait to see what we can see this evening here in the Arizona sky!

Your card today was drawn from the fractal art deck, 'Path of the Soul', authored by Cheryl Lee Harnish.  Your card is the 'Creation' card, and Cheryl Lee's message for the card is this:
"You are a creator!  When this card appears, it signifies a strengthening in your energetic field to bring those things which you require into physical manifestation.  Creation is happening quickly, from thought to form.  Be conscious of what thoughts you are having. The time between the thought and its appearance in the physical will be quick.  Now is the time to get clear about what you desire in your life.  The universal energies are working with you to bring your desires to fruition."

My message for you is this:
The image on this card is a beautiful representation of the cosmic energies that are colorfully and powerfully impacting us here on Earth at this time!  
As I lay my hand upon this card, the message that came to me is that we are not meant to drop into FEAR when we think of ourselves as the creators of our own experience...  Do NOT fall into worrying that, 'oh no, if I allow this negative thought to come into my head, then that may be what the Universe brings to me!'  Yes...we ARE in a time of accelerated manifestation and potent manifestation energy, but it is what you FOCUS upon that will manifest...not the fleeting thoughts that take up temporary residence in your mind!  
Just as you were advised in your reading yesterday, that you can shift your vibration through manipulating your breath; you can also shift your vibration and thereby what you draw to you by consciously manipulating your thoughts.  You are being called to take that next step in manifesting your reality today.  Take responsibility for the thoughts that you FOCUS upon, and allow the thoughts that do not serve your greater good to simply 'pass on through'.  Do not waste precious time and energy on 'fighting' what you may feel are 'negative thoughts'...simply acknowledge such thoughts, give them no attention, and focus upon the thoughts and ideas that are in your highest and best interest.  You've no doubt heard some version of this quote by Esther Jno-Charles, "What you focus on expands. So focus on what you want, not what you do not want."  There are many strategies and tools to assist us in focusing our thoughts upon our desired outcomes, such as; vision boards, guided meditation, journalling (gratitude journals are great for this...remember that the energy of gratitude is amazing manifestation energy), affirmations, etc. Also ask that your guides and angels support and assist you in focusing upon your desired outcomes.  This Creation card is the number 1 card in this deck.  According to Doreen Virtue's 'Angel Numbers' book, the number 1 means, "Stay positive.  Everything you're thinking about right now is coming true, so be sure that you're only thinking about what you desire.  Give any fears to God and the angels."  So, as I said earlier in my message for you today...do NOT drop into fear or self-judgment over any 'negative' thoughts...simply acknowledge them and ask that the angels and your spiritual assistants assist you in focusing upon what you desire. Then take guided action!  Creation is a verb---an action word!  Notice all the brilliant colours represented in the image on this card...there are so many 'colorful' opportunities and possibilities awaiting you as a conscious creator. You are being asked to get clear about and focus upon what it is that you desire.  What will you choose to paint upon the canvas of your Life?
Blessed be...

Universal Law of Vibration

Wow!  We are in some really potent cosmic energies this week!  The Grand Cardinal Cross that is forming means intense cosmic energy.  Elizabeth Peru, of Delta Waves, has this to say:
"The Grand Cross has nearly formed in our skies.  It's intense.  So many planetary squares means lots of pressure for us to get sharp and not 'wishy-washy' on what we desire in our life...know you are not going crazy if you feel life has turned up about a 1000 notches, cause it has!"
Elizabeth publishes an e-newsletter, 'The Tip-Off Global Soul Report', that I highly recommend as a resource about cosmic energies.  You can access it at her site:
www.deltawaves.com.au/aboutelizabeth_newsletter.html

Your card today dropped to the floor from the 'Universal Laws of Conscious Creation' deck, authored by Lara Solara, Dana DaPonte, and Marlene Chapman.  Your card is the 'Universal Law of Vibration' card, and the authors' message for the card is this:
"The Law of Vibration states that everything in the Universe---in its purest and most basic form---is vibrating energy.  Your thoughts and feelings have their own vibration, or frequency...As a result of the Law of Attraction, the vibration of your thoughts and feelings will attract into your life the circumstances that correlate with that vibration.  You have the power to change your vibration by changing your thoughts and feelings.  Once you do, a change in your external circumstances will inevitably follow.  The Universe is asking you to be who you want to be now.  Align your thoughts, feelings, and actions with your ideal self...Assume the vibration you want and you will become it."

My message for you today is this:
What an awesome reminder the message above is for us, during the heightened cosmic energies we will be in this week!  Those who are sensitive to energy (and even those who would not consider themselves so, will most likely feel the energies this week!) will be experiencing the 'pressure' that the Universe is directing at us to 'get real' and to 'step up to the plate' regarding our Soul's purpose and desires.  The 'Vibration' card has come forward for you today to affirm that you are not 'at the mercy' of the cosmic energies we will be experiencing.  When you are aware of the energies being offered to you at this time, you can UTILIZE them, rather than fall victim to them!  I have stated so many times that 'everything is energy'!  You have the ability to CONSCIOUSLY shift your vibration energetically and to incorporate the powerful energies of this week to propel you forward in an escalated way!  
How do you shift your vibration?  Your breath is an effective tool in shifting vibration.  Breath and manipulating your breath is an integral component of yoga, for example.  I incorporate breath in shifting my vibration in preparation for and during doing an Akashic Records consultation.  Think about how you breathe when you are feeling calm and secure.  Think about how you breathe when you are feeling anxious, and even panicked.  We are often advised, during moments of stress, to adjust our breathing in order to calm ourselves...
So, how do you shift your vibration?  Just breathe.  Strive to be in high vibration this upcoming week and you will be amazed with the possibilities that you attract to yourself; as well as how efficiently you are able to achieve the goals you set for yourself.  Here we go!  
Blessed be...

Sweetness

May your Good Friday be a wonderful day for you and yours!
In honour of Good Friday, your card today was drawn from the 'Saints & Angels' deck, authored by Doreen Virtue.  Each card within this deck is aligned with a particular Saint or Angel, although the deck is completely non-denominational.  Your card today is aligned with the energy of your Guardian Angel, and your card is 'Sweetness'.  Doreen's message for the card is this:
"Your Guardian Angel is asking you to notice and enjoy the nectar of life. 'You are sweet,' your Guardian Angel says of you, 'and I will help you feel that happiness and joy.'  If you've felt toughened by life's experiences, your angel can help you lower your defences...and still be safe, protected, and respected.  
This is also a message for you to treat yourself with tender sweetness.  Give yourself rewards and be kind to yourself...
Your Guardian Angel will also help you bring sweetness into your relationships in ways such as speaking with love, acting out of kindness, being generous, giving sincere compliments, and being thoughtful.  As you show this extra consideration for others, it's sure to be returned to you plentifully.  God and the angels are helping you fall back in love with life and enjoy its rich sweetness."

My message for you today is this:
When you recognize that you are worthy and you open yourself to the love that is that Divine spark within you, you are best able to experience the sweetness of life and to express your love of life out into the world.  At this time of powerful cosmic energies and as we move into the Easter weekend, ensure that you focus your time and attention to honouring and loving yourself and thereby honouring and loving those around you.  An analogy that I have shared with you before, is that you cannot offer another a drink from your cup, if your cup is empty. Treat yourself with kindness in order to be able to offer that kindness to others. 
Your Guardian Angel is encouraging you to look for opportunities to express your love out into the world...even the 'small' things that you do or say can have an incredible impact in the life of another.  It will be reciprocal!  Bring to mind a time when you performed a 'random act of kindness' and how awesome YOU felt afterwards!  You've no doubt heard the saying, 'It is better to give than to receive.'  It can be very uplifting to your Soul to give to another.  When you give without any expectation of 'getting something out of it'---that is, from a heart-centered place of service---this is the greatest expression of Love.  It is from this place that the Universe recognizes your expression of pure Love and thus returns it to you in kind.
The ripple effects of such actions bring sweetness to the world!  
Blessed be...
P.S. (Yes...again!)  It just came to me that the 'Sweetness' card came forward as we head into Easter weekend, which we have come to associate with the Easter Bunny and lots and lots of CHOCOLATE!  Haha!  Oh, Universe!  You DO 'get' us!!!  ;-)
  

Opening to Love

Your card today dropped out of the 'Gateway Oracle Card' deck, authored by Denise Linn. Your card is the 'Opening to Love' card, and Denise's message for the card is this:
"My heart is open...
From the love of others, to love of self, to love from the Creator, love flows to and through you.  You are indeed a sacred vessel for love to flow through.  The Universe wants you to know there is nothing you need to do to deserve love. It is already waiting for you.  It's like the sun...there for everyone.  It's simply a matter of stepping out to bask in that warm and glowing light.  Who you are is enough.  This is true."

My message for you today is this:
Sometimes it is lack of self-esteem or self-love that holds us back from being all that we are meant to be.  This card has presented for you today as a reminder that you are loved, and to reiterate the message brought forth for you yesterday, that you are WORTHY.  Some people confuse self-love with Ego---they believe that to declare that you love yourself is to reside in
Ego---this is so untrue!!!  When we are 'bragging' about some aspect of ourselves, this actually comes from a place of insecurity and LACK of self-love.  When we feel self-empowered and know that we are loved unconditionally by the Creator and fully embrace our own unique 'wonderfulness' without the need to 'brag' about it, we are in our Higher Self and not in Ego.  Can you feel the difference in energy between the words 'bragging' and 'advocating'?  When we brag, we are trying to convince another of our worth.  When we advocate for ourselves, we are lovingly sharing the best part of ourselves with the world from a place of self-love.  Own all that you are, knowing that you are loved for all that you are!
Sharing your Light means to share your Love.  Allow yourself to be vulnerable enough to open to love and all that it has to offer in every aspect of your life, knowing full well that you are entirely worthy.  When you Love yourself, despite all your little imperfections, and shine your Love and Light out into the world, you encourage others to do the same!  As Denise states above, 'You are indeed a sacred vessel for love to flow through."  You are the Love of the Creator expressed in physical form here on Earth...confidently embrace and share that Love through your own unique expression. 
Blessed be...
P.S~  I LOVE SYNCHRONISTIC EVENTS THAT VALIDATE THAT THE UNIVERSE AS A WHOLE IS SUPPORTING US!  Hours after posting today's reading, I logged into the 'Oprah & Deepak Meditation Challenge~Finding Your Flow' that I have been participating in, to do the daily meditation.  Today's meditation is 'Finding Love'!!!!!  The following quote was shared to align with today's meditation:
"Loving yourself...does not mean being self-absorbed, it means welcoming yourself as the most honoured guest in your own heart."            
~Margo Anand~
LOVE IT!  HOW COOL IS THAT?  THE MESSAGE THAT CAME FORWARD FOR YOU TODAY IN YOUR DAILY READING COMPLETELY ALIGNS WITH WHAT OPRAH & DEEPAK ARE SHARING TODAY, ALSO!  THERE ARE NO COINCIDENCES! 
I say, 'Thanks', I say, 'Amen'!

Worthy

I'm back and happy to be posting your daily card reading for you today!  Hoping to have my Facebook Page up and running by the end of this week...we are in the 'get 'er done' energy of the Blood Moon yesterday...can you feel it?

Your card today was drawn from the 'Return of Spirit' deck, authored by Cheryl Lee Harnish. Your card is the 'Worthy' card, and Cheryl Lee's message for the card is this:
"You are one of the loving spirits who has come to be in service to humanity this life time. This strong desire and need to give to your fellow man is embedded deep within your Soul's blueprint.  You play an important role in the cosmic plan.  This card has come to you today as Spirit's way of giving you a much needed reminder---that you hold a great worth and value...You need to see yourself.  See just how valuable you really are.  Your worth does not come from what you do or how you behave.  Your worth comes from the fact that you are part of the God-Source.  Once you fully realize this, you will play an invaluable role in helping others to discover their own worth too."

My message for you today is this:
Of course the great 'shift' that we are in is about moving from the paradigm of competitive/masculine energy toward cooperative/feminine energy, and actually finding that healthy balance of masculine/feminine that best serves us as a Whole.  Those who have come to the Earth as Lightworkers understand, on a Soul level, the need to move beyond the old paradigm and that the connection between each one of us is deeper than appears in the physical dimension.  Out of necessity, Lightworkers are generally highly sensitive Souls who 'pick up on' and react to the energies that they are exposed to around them.  Therefore, the life circumstances of a Lightworker are often complex and far from 'perfect'.  It is exactly because your life experience has been 'flawed' or 'imperfect' that you are better able to serve in the way that you came to this Earth to do. Your imperfections allow you to have empathy for the imperfections in others, rather than to come from a place of judgment...to be in cooperative, rather than competitive energy.  The Divine is unconditional Love energy that does not seek to judge us; but rather to assist, support and direct how to more effectively express ourselves and our gifts out into the World.  Do you not find that---as a Lightworker---it is easier for you to be less judging of others than it is of yourself?  We are often harder on ourselves than we are on others, because we feel this driving need to be of service and to 'fix things', while our expectations of ourselves are just not realistic.  The most powerful and effective spiritual leaders/mentors---those who truly shine their Light the brightest---tend to be those who have experienced being in the darkness, but have 'pulled themselves out of it' to consciously be a Lightworker.  Understand that, it is ALL of your life experiences that brought you to where you are today.  Without each and every experience, and the lessons within those experiences, you would not be who you are---and who you are RIGHT NOW is entirely WORTHY!
I mentioned previously that, with yesterday's lunar eclipse of the full moon---the Blood Moon
---we are heading into an eclipse season which will culminate in September 2015, that will cosmically challenge and inspire us to be called to action to serve in the way that only we, as individuals, can.  Do NOT compare yourself to others!  Step out of the old paradigm of competition...the Universe no longer supports that!  No one can shine their Light in the same way that you can and your BEING HERE makes you WORTHY to share the Divine spark that is within you.  Your Light is so needed...you are here on the Earth at this time of great transformation for a reason...your Soul chose this!  To be a Lightworker does not imply that you are a 'perfect Soul', it means that you do your best to share your Light for the betterment of All, despite the imperfections within yourself and others, that are an integral part of this human experience.  Get to work, Lightworker!  
Blessed be...

No daily card readings for Monday, April 14th and Tuesday, April 15th/14

I will be traveling with friends and so there will be no daily card readings posted for Monday, April 14th/14 and Tuesday, April 15th/14.  I will be posting your daily card readings for the remainder of that week, beginning on Wednesday, April 16th/14.

I want to address that on Wednesday, April 15th/14, we will be experiencing a full moon phenomenon referred to as a 'Blood Moon'. It's incredible red colour is created by a total lunar eclipse causing the sun's rays to reflect off the Earth's atmosphere resulting in the vibrant red colour.  It is said that it will be visible in the Western hemisphere for approximately 30 minutes, with the entire eclipse lasting around an hour.  Your best opportunity to witness this spectacle with the naked eye is by being away from city lights and staring into the sky, allowing your eyes to adjust. The brilliance of red colour that you will witness depends upon many factors, including temperature, level of humidity, and air-born dust particles in your area. 
This is the first eclipse of 2014, in an upcoming powerful eclipse season.  It is the first of what is referred to as the 'Blood Moon Tetrad' because there will be 4 Blood Red lunar eclipses occurring, followed by six Full Moons.  These celestial events will culminate on September 28th, 2015.
Those of us who are highly sensitive to energy and shifts in energy will experience the ramifications of these volatile sequential cosmic events---but don't drop into fear about that!
Knowledge is power, and if you know about and understand the impact that these cosmic events will have on you energetically, you can navigate your way through them with ease and grace.  You can even utilize the energy being offered to you by the Universe to support your Earthly experience!  
A wonderful mentor and educator that I look to for guidance in this regard is an Australian, Elizabeth Peru, whose site is called 'Delta Waves'.  I learned of Elizabeth from a few clients who had come to me for Akashic Reading consultations, and when her name came up more than once, I knew that I had to see just who she was!  I appreciate her means of expressing how the cosmic energies affect us in a 'down to Earth' way!  I suggest that you access the information that she shares with us, particularly during this upcoming eclipse season.
She also has a FaceBook page, that you can 'Like' to receive her ongoing postings which I find so helpful and enlightening. 

On that note, watch for my FaceBook page, 'Conscious Connections With Linda' which I will be working on creating with my 'tech friend' here in Arizona, once I return from my travels next week.  I will be posting your Daily Card Reading on that page, and will continue to post it here on this site, as well.  Yep...'I am a tech Goddess!'  ;-)

I would love to hear your comments and experiences with the Blood Moon energies, if you feel like sharing.  You can email me at consciousconnections12@gmail.com.

Blessings to you,
Linda

Blessings

Your card today was drawn from the 'Mary, Queen of Angels' deck, authored by Doreen Virtue.  Your card is the 'Blessings' card, and Doreen's message for the card is this:
"Today, I count my blessings, small and large, and I notice the new gifts that come to me from God."

My message for you today is this:
It has come up in your messages a great deal lately about the power of GRATITUDE  as manifestation energy, and Mother Mary reminds us of that today.  When we look at the world from a place of gratitude, rather than from a place of 'lack', our whole persona and personal energy shifts.  When we count our blessings, we attract more blessings...it is that simple and that profound!  No matter the circumstances in your life, you can always reach to find something to be grateful for...Nelson Mandela was the epitome of this.  Of course, he was bitter and angry for a time---we are in this physical experience, and are meant to experience all emotions---but he didn't RESIDE in those feelings.  Nelson made the choice to become self-empowered by searching for the blessings within his dire situation while he was incarcerated and thus attracted to him the circumstances that called for his release and consequent impact as a world leader advocating equality and peace.  He had FAITH that he would draw to him what he could not see yet, even as he looked to the blessings within his current situation.  Dr. Wayne Dyer is credited with the saying, 'When you change the way you look at things, the things you look at change."  He is really just speaking to perspective and to 'counting your blessings', and how doing so completely shifts your energy and mood. This is not to say that, as human beings, we never drop into frustration or impatience---allow yourself to have that moment and to experience and acknowledge it, but do not stay in that energy.  Make the conscious choice to focus upon the blessings that you have been given and those that you are about to receive.  Mother Mary, having lived through some difficult life circumstances during her time here on Earth, understands this experience.  Call upon her to guide you in seeing, embracing and being thankful for the blessings that the Universe has expressed to you.  What area or circumstance in your current life situation are you dissatisfied or frustrated with?  Make the commitment to YOURSELF today, to look for the blessings within that situation and to express gratitude for those blessings, as you have FAITH that you are attracting additional blessings to you.  If you struggle to see the blessings within a certain situation, then follow the advice of the gifted time-lapse cinematographer, Louis Schwartzberg, who states that nature is our greatest healer.  Through the images that he has captured on film over the past 3 decades, he reveals to us the incredible beauty that nature has to offer us.  He has witnessed and captured for us the many blessings being offered to us through Nature...  Express your gratitude for the blessing of bearing witness to a radiant sunrise or sunset; the first blooms of spring crocuses that you encounter; a distinctive cloud formation in the sky; the return of the Canada Geese as they honk overhead to herald that Spring is coming; the sound of rushing water during the Spring thaw... Nature has much to offer in terms of beauty expressed in the physical and we seldom take the time to NOTICE and see the blessings.  Today you are being encouraged to take the time to notice.  Count your blessings, with the assistance and support of the benevolent Mother Mary and a Universe that truly loves you and wishes the best for you!  To do so invites greater blessings into your life (and doesn't it just FEEL better when you are in the energy of gratitude?)
Blessed be...

Universal Law of Attraction

Your card today was drawn from the 'Universal Laws of Conscious Creation' deck, authored by Lara Solara, Dana DaPointe, and Marlene Chapman.  Your card today is the 'Law of Attraction' card and the photo above was taken with a blooming cactus in the front yard of our Arizona home.  The message from the guidebook for the 'Law of Attraction' card is this:
"The Law of Attraction states that like attracts like.  Thoughts and feelings have energy frequencies that attract from the Universe the people, things and circumstances that are of similar frequencies.  The Law of Attraction is a magnetic power that will draw to you the external experiences that correspond with your internal state of being.  The Law of Attraction is always operational; you cannot expect that you will attract people and conditions to you only when you are meditating or visualizing.  The thoughts and feelings you entertain as you move through your day also direct the Law of Attraction.  It is important to remember that the Law of Attraction will draw to you all the quality and content you focus on, whether or not this is ultimately what you want for yourself.  To consciously control what you attract, first define clearly what it is you really want and then spend time each day visualizing your desires as manifest.  Second, move through your day in a state of gratitude, detachment, and positive expectation.  Instead of trying to make everything happen, know that the Law of Attraction will naturally draw people, events, circumstances, opportunities, ideas, inspiration, and synchronicities to you.  This card reminds you that the things that you have been focusing on are on their way."

My message for you today is this:
One of the greatest misconceptions about the Law of Attraction that was further perpetuated unintentionally, in my opinion, by the book and DVD 'The Secret', was the necessity to TAKE GUIDED ACTION!  Simply visualizing and residing in the energy of your desired outcome without taking the necessary action steps to manifest your desires is an unreal expectation in our physical experience here on Earth.  It is absolutely KEY to align yourself energetically and thereby attract what you wish to draw into your life; but then, when the Universe presents to you the circumstances, opportunities, people, etc. that will lead to the manifestation of your desires, you MUST take the action necessary to bring it to fruition!  Manifestation is an ACTIVE not a PASSIVE process!  The beautiful bloom on the cactus in the photo above is constantly in motion, even if we can't see it happening with our naked eye... Louis Schwartzberg, a gifted cinematographer who specializes in time-lapse photography, was featured on OWN's Super Soul Sunday recently. His gift of capturing nature's wonders has allowed us to witness the entire process of a flower coming into bloom and he says that in truth, flowers are always 'dancing'.  This bloom is attempting to ATTRACT the insects and birds necessary to keep the plant alive...and although it would seem to us that it is PASSIVE in implementing the Law of Attraction, it is actually in MOTION.  
Another important aspect to the Law of Attraction brought to your attention in the message above is to feel and act as though what you desire is already here.  A client who came to me for a reading was a wonderful teacher for me in that regard...  A few years ago, I had acquired a new Mac laptop and had been struggling with transferring and burning CD's of my client's sessions from my MP3 player, using this new device.  My tag line used to be 'I am making friends with technology', but my client reminded me that this proclamation kept my desires in the FUTURE and that my affirmation needed to be stated in the NOW in order to manifest my desire to have a compatible relationship with that darned laptop!  'I am a tech Goddess!' is what you will now hear me say, when I am striving to navigate my way through any technological endeavor!  Let's face it---I am never going to be your 'go-to girl' when it comes to technology, but it is my desire that the tasks I need to utilize my laptop, etc. for will happen with ease and grace!  (Dare I say that I really do believe that I HAVE manifested that in many ways!)
I also want to remind you today that just because you don't see physical evidence in your life right at this moment in time that you are attracting your desires to you does not mean that the Universe isn't working 'behind the scenes' on your behalf!  Remember...'Rome wasn't built in a day'!   Choose to reside in gratitude, even if it would seem that your prayers haven't been answered yet!  I have spoken many times about the powerful manifestation energy of gratitude and this is a huge component of the Law of Attraction.  
What do you choose to attract into your life?  THAT is how you consciously script your own life!
Blessed be...

Curiosity & Try Something New

Your cards today dropped together out of the 'Magical Unicorns' deck, authored by Doreen Virtue.  Your cards are the 'Curiosity' and 'Try Something New' cards, and Doreen's messages for the cards are below:
~Curiosity~
"Start a project related to something you're curious about.  What do you wonder about? What would you like to learn more about?  Your curiosity is like a road map that helps you know your soul's preferred direction.  You're naturally curious about areas of your life that are related to your Divine mission."
~Try Something New~
"You'll only know that you can do something if you try!  This card asks you to think of something that you've always wanted to do, and then learn about it...Stretch yourself beyond what you think you can do."

My message for you today is this:
You are being urged to either take the FIRST step or the NEXT step in pursuing what your heart is calling you to do!  These cards came to you today to either motivate you to give what you have been thinking about a try, or to congratulate you for already having 'stepped into it'!
Frog's energy leapt out of the deck for you on Monday this week to inspire new beginnings; and the crystal, Bloodstone, offered the energetic support of courage as you make inspired changes.  Today, the mystical Unicorns are encouraging you in the same way...as usual, a theme is unfolding in the cards that have presented in your readings thus far this week.
Utilize the energies and support that are swirling around you at this time...be brave!  Allow your curiosity to impel you to take a risk and pursue your heart's desire!  What would you try if you had FAITH?  No bird is born flying...it must take the first leap of faith before it can soar!
Blessed be...

Courage ~ Bloodstone

Your card today was drawn from the 'Crystal Ally' card deck, authored by Naisha Aishan.  My love of crystal energy is what brought me to this oracle card deck a number of years ago and I find it to be highly accurate.  I occasionally use the guide book that comes with the deck as a reference for the properties of certain crystals.  Naisha is the co-author of the popular crystal reference guide, 'The Book of Stones', along with Robert Simmons; as well as the creator of 'Crystal Resonance Therapy' and the Crystalis Institute.
Your card today is the 'Courage ~ Bloodstone' card.  This is what Aisha has to say in the guide about the properties of Bloodstone:
"Bloodstone is a legendary stone which has been held in high regard by many ancient cultures...Because of the bloodlike appearance, it was believed to have powers over wounds and illness, healing both the body and soul.  Bloodstone's energy combines the green ray of the heart with the red energy of the first chakra.  This combination of energies strengthen's one's ability to maintain emotional balance when faced with survival issues.  It lends courage, or 'heart', when one is confronted with difficult situations.  Bloodstone lends strength of mind, firmness of purpose, and confidence when a situation calls for you to take action...Courage does not mean stepping needlessly into danger or difficulty, or taking unnecessary risks to prove your 'bravery' to others.  True courage is the strength of mind and spirit needed to take the action that is dictated to you by your heart.  This is the path of the spiritual warrior.  Bloodstone calls this courage forth, enabling you to manifest your personal truth and your heart's desires upon the Earth plane."
Naisha's message for the 'Courage ~ Bloodstone' card is this:
"Bloodstone has appeared at this time to encourage (inspire with courage) you to recognize the direction in which your heart is leading you.  This physical world is a school, a play that we are acting out with the others around us. At any time we can rewrite or change the script.  This is how you create your own reality.  Sometimes fear of censure, fear of loss, or fear of failure can keep you from following your dreams.  Bloodstone has come to lend you the courage so that you can hear the direction your heart calls from, and take your first steps toward it. Bloodstone walks beside you as you set foot upon your path as a spiritual warrior.
Chakra:  Root and Sacral
Affirmation:  I have the courage to act upon my inner guidance."

My message for you today is this:
What a powerful card and message to present for you at this time of powerful manifestation energy that we are in! Wow!  Understand that the words 'spiritual warrior', as Naisha is using them in her messages above,do not imply 'battle' but rather movement forward and self-empowerment.  Self-empowerment NEVER means to disempower another! It means to stand in your OWN power, regardless of extenuating circumstances.
Courage is sometimes required of us when we encounter periods of radical or significant change in our lives.  Not because the change is necessarily difficult or negative but because it is not always easy to step outside the 'status quo' or comfort zone we may have acquired. Yet, it is only when we take risks that we are able to discover what we are TRULY capable of!  Know that you can call upon the energy of Bloodstone to assist you and support you through this time of change.  Change is inevitable...how you manage it and navigate and, in fact, CREATE the change you desire, is empowering!
Blessed be...

Frog ~ Fertility and New Beginnings

The card that leapt out of the deck for you today is the 'Frog ~ Fertility and New Beginnings' card, from the 'Animal-Wise Tarot' deck, authored by Ted Andrews. Ted Andrews was a metaphysician, schooled in various modalities, with his passion being his supreme connection to the animal world.  We was an internationally respected author, teacher and healer prior to his passing in October 2009.  I consider his books, 'Animal Speak' and 'Animal Wise' to be my 'go to' resources in regards to animals as messengers of Spirit.
This is what Ted has to share with us concerning 'Frog' as a messenger:
"Frogs have a tremendous mythology and lore about them and have been associated with the Faerie Realm and Egyptian goddesses and gods (Herit, Isis, and Osiris).  To some peoples of the Amazon, frogs call the rains and influence the climate.  In Europe, frogs are frequently associated with healing.  Whenever Frog appears, we are entering a time of new beginnings, our creative energies are awakening, and it is a time for new birth and new starts.
Frogs are amphibians, meaning they spend part of their life in the water and part upon the land.  They are found everywhere in the world except Antarctica.  All frogs to through metamorphosis, and their appearance reflects a time of transformation for us as well...
Their appearance can signal a possible birth or pregnancy for someone close to us.
Frog heralds an ideal time to initiate new starts in business or a wonderful time to explore and seek out a new career, job, or way of life.  The appearance of Frog reflects maturity and transformation...it is a beneficial time to hop into new areas of endeavors or to accept invitations and offers.  
Since frogs possess a very sensitive lymphatic organ, they are keenly attuned to sound and their element (water) is a tremendous conductor of sound vibrations.  Their croaking is a means of attracting a mate.  When Frog has appeared, we should listen for new opportunities and know that our ability to persuade and influence people to participate in new beneficial endeavors is very great right now.  Frog's appearance heralds an awakening of the unique and creative powers of our own voice."

My message for you today is this:
No surprise that Frog presented as our messenger today!  As I have stated, April 2014 is a month of powerful change and the cosmic energies that we are experiencing right now are supporting and URGING us in that direction.  Also, here in south/central Alberta we are in the midst of dynamic WATER energy, as the melting snow is commanding it's way through the landscape during this recent Spring warmth.  Of course, Frog is going to fit right in as a Spirit messenger during this time of transformation between seasons!  The energy of Spring and 'new beginnings' abounds right now!  It's not called 'Spring Fever' for nothing!  We feel the excitement of potential and opportunity and we also feel rejuvenated and motivated as we witness the thawing and new growth that is eminent.  Frog's message is to embrace that energy within yourself, even as you acknowledge it around you.  The possibilities inherent in you at this time are strong!  How are you meant to express yourself out into the world at this time?  Confidently leap into the energy of transformation being offered to you at this time...
Blessed be...

Trusting Your Intuition & Making a Difference

Your cards today literally flipped together out of the 'Gateway Oracle' card deck, authored by Denise Linn.  Your cards are the 'Trusting Your Intuition' card, and the 'Making a Difference' card.  These are Denise's messages for the cards:
~Trusting Your Intuition~
"Listen with your heart and act on your instincts.  Trust that you are being guided, as the messages you are receiving are in your highest good. Follow the nudges from Spirit.
Affirmation:  My life is truly guided."
~Making a Difference~
"You are making a difference in the lives of others.  In ways that you may not even know, many benefit because of you.  Your light radiates far and wide.
Affirmation:  My inner light shines far and wide."

My message for you today is this:
The affirmations that Denise shares with us, above, are excellent reminders that our actions DO impact others in ways that we do not always see and may not be aware of; and that we ALL have the ability to connect to our 'Higher Self' or 'Intuition', or whatever word you choose to describe the Divine aspect within you.  When you take action from what I call a 'heart-centered place of service' you are truly coming from your Higher Self and not from Ego. Listen...our Ego is a necessary component of who we are here in our physical form.  It would be virtually impossible to navigate our way through this physical existence without the support of our Ego in certain ways.  It is just not in the interest of our greater good to RESIDE in Ego, and Ego is never present when we are in our Higher Self, and seeking to make a conscious connection to the Divine.  It is when you approach things from your 'Higher Self'---that 'heart-centered place of service'--- that you shine your Light out into the world in ways that are greater than you can even imagine!  
You are being reminded today that your intuitive ability is strong and trustworthy and that your guided action is highly impactful to others at this time...so...listen to your intuition and know that your being here makes a difference in the lives of others!!!!!
Blessed be...
P.S.!!!!!  AHHHH...BEAUTIFUL SYNCHRONICITY!
Just after publishing this post, I was checking my emails and came across this quote that perfectly sums up your message for today that I was compelled to share:
"The art of being helpful is behaving as if everything we do matters---because we never know which things might." ~Gloria Steinem~
BLESSED BE...

You're Being Helped

Your card today was drawn from the 'Magical Mermaids and Dolphins' deck, authored by Doreen Virtue.  Your card is the 'You're Being Helped' card, and Doreen's message is this:
"Heaven is working behind the scenes to help you, even if you don't see results yet...Your manifestation is being worked out right now, even if you can't see tangible proof.  As an analogy, when sailors get close to land, they often see signs of life, such as birds flying or branches floating in the ocean.  By drawing this card, you're urged to notice signs that 'land' (your manifestation) is near."

My message for you today is this:
I just love Doreen's analogy that she shares in her message above!  It is the perfect way to describe what it means to have FAITH and TRUST in that which you can't 'SEE' yet.
You have certainly been given the message this week about the powerful manifestation energy that is rampant at this time and that it would serve you to utilize it.  If you have laid out the blueprint with clarity and intention, you can trust that all is well and that your 'project' is well under way.  You have also been advised to trust that the Universe is supporting you and that the 'wheels are in motion' in bringing to fruition your desired outcome.  Pay attention to the people, events and synchronicities that are brought to you.  Just as the sailor watches for signs of land, be aware of signs from the Universe that your desired outcome is eminent. Take the action steps that you are guided to take.  Express your gratitude to the Divine, as these 'signs' of encouragement are revealed to you...gratitude, itself, is dynamic manifestation energy!  FAITH is the word of the day...faith that 'you are being helped'!
Blessed be...

Perfect Timing

Your card today was drawn from the 'Daily Guidance From Your Angels' deck, authored by Doreen Virtue.  Your card is the 'Perfect Timing' card, and Doreen's message is this:
"Now is the perfect moment for you to act on your inspirations.  The doors are open, while you walk through them with us by your side.  Don't delay or procrastinate, as all of the ingredients are ripe for your success.  Everything and everyone is on your side, supporting your positive outcome."

My message for you today is this:
You have heard me say so many times that INTENTION is everything!  INTENTION means the underlying energy behind your thoughts and actions.  Think about the simple greeting, "Have a nice day!" and the intonation behind it, depending upon your INTENTION in stating it.  You would intonate the words differently, and the words would hold an entirely different energy, if you were sincerely wishing someone a nice day, or if you were sarcastically 'killing them with kindness' with this remark!   Today, the angels are reminding you of the power of INTENTION, and are letting you know that you are completely supported by the Universe in moving forward toward your intended outcome.  Be clear about what you INTEND and the ENERGY you are giving to your desired outcome and then pay attention to the opportunities and synchronicities that present for you. Everything is unfolding as it should, but your awareness, positivity and participation in the process is necessary. Trust in an abundant Universe, take the action steps that you are guided to, and know that each step is leading you in the right direction.  We are still in the aftermath of last Sunday's POWERFUL Black Moon manifestation energy...in fact, the cosmic energy of the month of April denotes CHANGE.  Utilize this energy and have it work in your favour. Remember that 'Divine timing' is 'perfect timing'...
Blessed be...

Believe and Trust

Your card today is drawn from the 'Archangel Michael' deck, authored by Doreen Virtue. Your card is the 'Trust and Believe' card, and Doreen shares this prayer to Michael on the card for you:
"MY PRAYER:  Before going to sleep tonight, say:
'Archangel Michael, please enter my dreams and replace fear with faith and trust.  Let me be filled with strength, courage, and confidence."

My message for you today is this:
When you are in the dream state, you are in a place of 'surrender'...your conscious mind is not overwhelming you with thoughts and your Ego is dormant.  You are highlyreceptive to the assistance that the angels wish to share with you, including the Archangels.  When you pray, you are essentially stating and setting an INTENTION.  To pray~to state or set your Soul's intentions~prior to sleep time, increases your receptivity to the guidance being given to you. Understand that you may not awaken with a 'message' per se, when you invoke Archangel Michael to you with the prayer Doreen has shared, above (or a prayer of your own making, for that matter). You will awaken with a renewed feeling of confidence that you can move forward in the way that you desire.  That is just how subtle it can be when the angels are working with you.  Perhaps you WILL awaken with an 'inspired' thought or idea that Archangel Michael has shared with you.  If you do, be sure to write it down immediately, before you are fully awake and your conscious mind takes over. If you do not awaken with a specific message, however, you still need to BELIEVE and TRUST that he has heard your request for assistance; that he has been with you as you slept; and that your renewed sense of courage, determination and confidence is real!
Believing and trusting in yourself and in the support that the Divine makes available to you is the first powerful step in manifestation of any kind.  Remember these things:  the angelic realm, including the Archangels, is governed by the 'Universal Law of Free Will' and so they are unable to assist you without your asking; and Archangel energy is high vibrational energy, unlike our dense physical energy here on Earth.  Archangels have the ability to 'bi-locate'---to be in more than one place at a time---so you are not pulling them away from another when you call them to you.  It is the mission and purpose of the angelic realm to support and assist us through our lives here on Earth, and they want you to call upon them!
Archangel Michael is the supreme protector, but he is also aware of our life purpose and is wonderful at guiding us through life changes with ease and grace.
Invoke Archangel Michael before you go to sleep tonight, in whatever words feel right to you. Believe and trust that he will come to you...and he will...
Blessed be...