No card reading Wednesday, November 29th/17

There will be no card reading today—Wednesday, November 29th/17—but of course, I wanted to share this quote with you! We are ALWAYS a work in progress, and that's the way we are meant to be! Celebrate who and where you are NOW, even as you strive to move in the direction of your goals and dreams...
Enjoy your day! 
Blessings to you,
Linda

Wind

This is your card reading for Tuesday, November 28th/17.  Your card today drifted out of the 'Crystal Ally Cards' deck, authored by Naisha Aishan. Naisha has segmented her deck into 5 'suits'—Earth, Fire, Water, Wind and Storm. Each element has a signature card for that element and then certain crystals which hold the energies of that element are included in that suit. Your card today is the signature card of the 'Wind' element, and Naisha's message for the card is this:
"The element of Wind has blown into your cards today to remind you to listen to the voices of Spirit that are speaking. Spirit beings, guides, angels, and your own Higher Self can all utilize Wind energy to carry messages to you. When you quiet yourself and concentrate on the breath of the Wind within you open yourself to the guidance of these higher beings.
Wind may be indicating that you need to view the current situation through the higher chakras of the third eye and crown. Perhaps you need to use your mental energies in order to work out a problem. Or maybe you are being asked to open your intuition to receive an answer or new direction from the Spirit world. The energy of Wind may be telling you to 'use your head' in the current situation. When the power of Wind is invoked, you are being assured of a renewed clarity of thought, and an increased ability to use your mental abilities to affect change.
Take some time to invite the power of Wind into your life. Sit outside, and breath the Wind into your body. Utilize the power of deep breathing to create a clarity and enhance your connection to the subtle realms. Wind is calling upon you to listen to its voice within your deepest self."

My message for you today is this:
Here in south/central Alberta, we have been experiencing Chinook winds, carrying the warmer air our way and providing us with milder winter temperatures.  These winds bring with them a change in air pressure, which can be physically challenging for some; bringing on headaches and sinus issues.  This is indicative of how we are affected by the prevailing energies around us. We are vibrational beings and so of course we are affected by the energies we are in!  Wind is reminding you today that you need not fall victim to those energies, but you can actually UTILIZE those energies when you are conscious of them! 
The breath is one of the most powerful tools we have for shifting our vibration, and yet it is so underused.  How often have you heard someone say 'Just take a breath' when they are striving to assist someone with shifting anger, fear, anxiety, etc.?  To breathe consciously—as in yogic breathing (I have carried with me how a yoga instructor of mine used to say 'rest in the stillness of your breath' and I utilize that to find a place of peace), or Ha breath, or other means of intended breathing patterns—can relax, calm and center you. It literally shifts your vibration and can raise your vibration to bring you to the place where communing with your Higher Self and your Spiritual Advisors occurs more readily and easily. 
Place your focus upon your breath and allow yourself to breath deeply and slowly. Feel your body being energized with the oxygen and the rhythm of your breath. Then invite whatever guidance is being made available to you to reveal itself.  Spirit is reaching out to you and that is why the Wind card has revealed itself to you today.  
Blessed be...

Inspiration

This is your card reading for Monday, November 27th/17.  I chose the 'Manifesting Wealth & Wisdom' card deck, authored by my dear friend, Jaden Sterling (www.jadensterling.com)—I was blessed to take Jaden's 'Purpose, Passion, Profit' course this past Friday through Sunday at Country Garden Crystals. What a deep, enlightening, inspirational, and soulful experience! It is so appropriate that the card that revealed itself from his deck for you today is 'Inspiration'! Jaden's message for the card is this:
"The Universe is reminding you that inspiration is all around you. Your job is to open to receiving it.
ACTION: Make a list of what you feel inspired to be, do or have. Look closely at the other cards near this one for they hold important clues as to what needs to shift in order for you to truly feel inspired. Inspiration is coming to you through many different ways; for example creative ideas, inspired thoughts, feelings, people, movies, books and nature. Your job is to allow these beautiful insights to come and to follow them; you are right on track!"

My message for you today is this:
Obviously, there is only one card revealed for your reading today, so there is no other card to look to as advised in Jaden's message for this card. Instead, you must draw upon your own inner knowing in this regard.  The Universe is advising you that you DO have this inner knowing, if you allow yourself the stillness within to access it.  Do so openly, and with no self-judgment or holding yourself back.  This is YOUR information and you need not shout it to the world—you need only fully acknowledge and embrace it yourself in order for the Universe to come into alignment with your inspiration.  
You may be thinking 'I don't know what truly inspires me!'. Perhaps you will simply express to the Universe that you are open to inspiration in your life—that you desire to live your life from an inspired place, rather than merely 'existing'.  If this is the case for you, set the intention to be open to insights of inspiration and then be aware of what 'comes to you', in the ways that Jaden has shared in his message for you above, or even another way unique to you.  How will you know when you have a moment of inspiration? We often call them 'aha' moments.  These are moments of clarity that impact you in a way that leaves you with a soulful 'knowing'.  Understand that you may not know the 'how' right away, but you will know the 'why'.  Relax about that.  Simply allow yourself to experience the vibration of inspiration at this time.  The Universe will respond to this vibration within you and the Law of Attraction will then draw to you the circumstances and situations that will facilitate the manifestation of your inspiration, if you allow yourself to reside in that vibration and don't drop into self-doubt.  The song, 'Cause you've gotta have faith, faith faith!' comes to mind. 
Divine timing will definitely be at play, also, so don't attempt to orchestrate the 'when' of the manifestation.  Of course, action is required on your part—just take each step as it is presented to you and trust that the Universe is conspiring in your favour, even if it would not seem as though it's happening as you would have scripted it yourself.  When you live an inspired life, you are living your life 'on purpose', and you raise the vibration of all around you.  Shine your Light! It's what you came here to do!
Blessed be... 

No card readings this week ~ Monday, November 20th/17 to Friday, November 24th/17

There will be no card readings for the week of Monday, November 20th/17 to Friday, November 24th/17.  I am busy with readings, working on making some changes to my social media platform, and I am excited to be taking my friend Jaden Sterlings 'Surrender and Let Go ~ Live a Life You Love' course at Country Garden Crystals this upcoming Friday through Sunday! (There's still a few spaces in the course, if you feel called to take it—Jaden is an amazing facilitator!)

Here's to inviting in growth and positive change that honours who I am and why I am here! While I feel truly blessed in my life, I wish to be the fullest authentic expression of WHO I came here to be!

Blessed be...

Universal Connection

This is your card reading for Wednesday, November 15th/17. Your card today drifted out of the 'Path of the Soul' fractal art deck authored by Cheryl Lee Harnish. Your card is 'Universal Connection' and Cheryl Lee's message for the card is this:
"The guidance you are now receiving is truly Universal. Take time daily to connect with your guides and Angels. They wish to connect with you as much as you wish to connect with them. They are working very closely with you and you are being encouraged to journal at this time. This is a Great story you are writing. It is your personal story and it is unique to you and only you. Write poetry to express the emotions you are feeling. Write down your dreams and synchronistic events that occur. This card calls for putting your connection and experience with Spirit into writing."

My message for you today is this:
Recently a couple of my friends brought to my attention a 'writing meditation' called 'Morning Pages'.  As described by Julia Cameron—the creator of this writing meditation—on her web site:
"Morning Pages are three pages of longhand, stream of consciousness writing,
done first thing in the morning. *There is no wrong way to do Morning Pages–
they are not high art. They are not even “writing.” They are about
anything and everything that crosses your mind– and they are for your eyes
only. Morning Pages provoke, clarify, comfort, cajole, prioritize and
synchronize the day at hand. Do not over-think Morning Pages: just put
three pages of anything on the page...and then do three more pages tomorrow."
I have long been a journaller—I have always loved to write and have found writing to be a source of release and comfort during challenging and painful times in my life; as well as a place to express my joy.  Yet, I had gotten away from journalling and so when my friends both synchronistically spoke about this writing technique, I knew I had to look into it.  I began this journalling process on Oct. 18th. It hasn't always been possible to journal every morning, but I do it when I can, and I understand how it can become a form of meditation.  I see how it has become a place for me to express honestly—without fear of judgment or retribution—my thoughts and feelings and to then look at them from a more objective viewpoint, from my Higher Self. Automatic writing has long been a means by which we can connect with Spirit, and this is a form of automatic writing, in my opinion. 
Perhaps you will find that some form of journalling will support you in making the connection to your guides and Angels, and your Spiritual Advisors.  Perhaps you will simply write about your goals and dreams, thereby 'anchoring' them into the physical realm and consciously putting the Universe on notice as to your desires for yourself. Perhaps you will utilize inspirational quotes that you post in places where you will see them often; to remind you of who you wish to be and how you wish to be in this world.  You are being reminded today that you may use the written word as a means of making a conscious connection to your Higher Self and to the guidance that is available to you.  
Blessed be...

No card reading Tuesday, November14th/17

There will be no card reading today—Tuesday, November 14th/17.  The prevailing energies are asking you to acknowledge your unique gifts and all that you bring to the world, and so I share this quote with you as a reminder of that!  Shine your Light!
Blessed be...

Expecting Miracles

This is your card reading for Monday, November 13th/17. Your card today floated out of the Gateway oracle deck authored by Denise Linn. Your card is 'Expecting Miracles' and Denise's message for the card is this:
"Miracles are blossoming in my life.
CARD MEANING:  Majestic wonders are unfolding for you, even as you read this. Watch for them and embrace them.  The more you become aware of the small marvels in your life, the more they will grow in magnitude around you.
THE UNIVERSE WANTS YOU TO KNOW:  What is expected tends to be realized. Expect miracles in your life. Celebrate and cherish them when they appear, no matter how small they may seem. Let go of fear and expectations; allow the Creator to solve your challenges in mysterious and wondrous ways. Don't limit the ways in which you think miracles can appear in your life.  Know that you can be the miracle in the life of another."

My message for you today is this:
Think about the word 'miracle'.  Typically, this word is deemed applicable to monumental events and occurrences.  Yet, isn't the birth of a baby a miracle, when you try to wrap your logical brain around all that happens to bring a baby through the gestational process to be birthed into the world?  Babies are being born every minute of every day in this world—yet, each birth is indeed a miracle of creation.  
Today, you are being asked to bring to mind miraculous moments in your life—and you have experienced many.  Miracles are those moments of grace wherein you count your blessings for how a circumstance happened or didn't happen. Know that miracles are always available to you. All that is required is faith and awareness. This card has presented for you today in the prevailing cosmic energies of possibility and limitlessness.  Embrace these energies and trust that 'all is well'.
Blessed be... 

No Place Like Home

This is your card reading for Friday, November 10th/17.  Your card today dropped out of the 'Wisdom of the Oracle' card deck, authored by Colette Baron-Reid. Your card is 'No Place Like Home' and Colette's message for the card is this:
"ESSENTIAL MEANINGS:  Authenticity; coming home to yourself; feeling at home; arriving at a place where you just 'fit'; being comfortable in your own skin.
THE ORACLE'S MESSAGE:  Home feels safe and secure; it's a comfortable place to rest and create, a place that is known and you can call yours. This card signals that your ability to trust yourself and feel at home in your own skin is beginning to solidify as you claim your dignity and integrity, aspects of yourself no one can take away from you. You know who you are. You hold your head high—yet with neither pride nor humility. Instead, you stand as the observer, seeing through the eyes of your soul. This puts you in a position of power and strength. Authenticity is your home. You are safe here, in the house of your spirit and Spirit."

My message for you today is this:
I am SO THRILLED with the card that revealed itself for your message today!  All year your messages have spoken to stepping into the AUTHENTIC expression of WHO you came here to be—of courageous expression.  Your message today is indicative that you are becoming comfortable with that.  It is my firm belief that we chose to incarnate at this time because of the accelerated spiritual growth being offered us, and that the SHIFT that had been spoken of so prolifically for some time was in reference to the spiritual shift and massive leap in spiritual maturation we have been undertaking as a collective.  Just look to how more 'mainstream' it has become to speak about 'spirituality'.  At one time we could only refer to any connection we made with the Divine under the auspices of religious tenants.  We have evolved and matured spiritually to the point wherein we are seeking to make the connection to our Higher Self and to the Divine personally.  Collectively, we are more open to and receptive to the knowing that we have SIX senses, rather than 5.  
Many who are serving as spiritual leaders, teachers and advisors; healers; mediums and psychics are doing so OPENLY at this time; whereas in past lives they were likely persecuted for doing so.  You no longer have to deny your gifts—you are able to share them openly as a loving act of service and an AUTHENTIC expression of WHO you are! 
Granted, that with massive change, chaos often ensues during the time of adjustment. We have certainly experienced that in our personal lives and on the global scene this recent year.  Your message today is that you are now emerging out of that chaos and upset and are moving into feeling comfortable living as the expression of your authentic self.  This does not mean that further challenges may not present—these are part of the human experience that you are here to live.  It means that you have now found that Divine CENTER that will lead you through any challenges from a more empowered place. 
Tomorrow is an 11/11 day and it serves as a gateway to the energies we will be experiencing in 2018, which is an 11 year.  You will find, progressively, that it feels 'uncomfortable' to be anything other than the authentic expression of yourself. You have indeed, come home! 
As we head into November 11th—Remembrance Day—I also want to take this opportunity to express deep gratitude and honouring to those who sacrificed their lives; as well as the families who suffered the physical loss of their loved ones and the sacrifice that they made; so that we could live in a world that became open to authentic self-expression.  Let us remember their bravery and ultimate sacrifice and choose to honour that sacrifice by having the courage to now live our lives fully in the freedom they afforded us! 
Blessed be...

Mother

This is your card reading for Thursday, November 9th/17. Your card today floated out of the 'Mother Mary, Queen of Angels' deck, authored by Doreen Virtue. Doreen's message for the deck is this:
"~I open my heart to my mother's humanness and her divinity.~
This card says that your current situation is rooted in your feelings about your mother. The first thought that springs to mind right now is exactly what needs to be addressed and healed. Regardless of your mother's lifestyle or history, YOU are the one currently living with your feelings. So Mother Mary seeks to support you in gently adjusting the way your view your past, to give you more freedom in your present and future life.
As you hold a compassionate viewpoint toward your mother and see her a fallible human who was doing the best that she could, you heal in profound ways. Having a healed viewpoint concerning your mother allows you to be more open to receiving God's gifts, help from others, and messages from the Divine. Ask Mother Mary for assistance in releasing any old or heavy emotions connected to your mother so that you can better enjoy each moment of your life."

My message for you today is this:
Your message today actually encompasses the maternal relationship on so many levels. Perhaps, like me, your mom is departed from this Earth and you were blessed with a loving mother that you feel deep gratitude for—even as you miss her physical presence in your life.  While I enjoyed a close, loving relationship with my Mom I still have moments of regret where I wonder if I expressed my love and appreciation to her enough while she was alive. At such moments, I make sure to express my gratitude to her with the understanding that she is still present and can receive my love and gratitude on the other side.  I have absolutely felt my Mom's presence and support from the other side at pivotal times in my life since her passing.  If your mom is no longer with you on the physical plane, your message today is that she is still available to you, and if there is something you feel was left unsaid between you, you can still express it.  A mother's love never dies. LOVE REMAINS. 
Another aspect of your message today is in regards to YOU as a mother. If you are mother, Mother Mary wants you to know that being a loving mother doesn't mean being a perfect mother!  Even the blessed Mother Mary's actions as a mother while here on the Earth plane would not have all been seen as 'perfect'. Mother Mary wants you to know that you are loved unconditionally by the Divine, who sees you as perfect, even in your imperfections.  Just as you hold a compassionate viewpoint for your own Mom, knowing that she loved you and cared for you the best way she knew how, hold this same compassionate viewpoint for yourself in the role of Mother.  To be a Mom is a highly emotional experience and will challenge you to grow in ways that no other experience can. Honour yourself as the Divine honours you on this journey. 
And the final aspect of your message today is in regards to a project that you have been striving to 'birth'.  Mother Mary acknowledges the love and nurturing you have been giving to this project and assures you that you are being supported in the gestation of this project from a Divine perspective.  The Divine timing of this project being brought out into the world is drawing near—trust in this. 
Mother Mary makes herself known to you today with the maternal, loving energy that she exudes.  Ask her to assist you and to be with you to support and guide you and she will.
Blessed be...

No card reading Tuesday, November 7th/17

There will be no card reading, Tuesday, November 7th/17. We are going swimming this morning with our grandson and our daughter and granddaughter! Fun!
Blessings to you,
Linda

Rhiannon ~ Sorceress

This is your card reading for Monday, November 6th/17. Your card today slipped out of the '
'Goddess Guidance' oracle deck authored by Doreen Virtue. Your card is 'Rhiannon ~ Sorceress' and Doreen's message for the card is this:
"You are a magical person who can manifest your clear intentions into reality.
MESSAGE FROM RHIANNON: A large part of my power stems from my connection to animals and nature. If you've been indoors too long, you can recapture your personal power by simply stepping outside. This simple motion will do you a world of good in reawakening your sleeping, magical, spiritual nature. Allow the light of the sun, the moon, and the stars to stir ancient memories that may be dormant. Recall the times of your magical abilities, and then put them to use immediately for the good of the entire planet. Resume the mission that was once aborted through the misdeeds of past-time leaders. Take up your spiritual arms and move with swift speed into the night, awakening one all to the magic that is life itself. This is a mission that must be accomplished, and you're the one who can help us with it.
VARIOUS MEANINGS OF THIS CARD: Have absolute faith that your dream is manifested. *Make a clear decision. * Put your energy into manifesting your dreams. * Know that you deserve to receive good. * When you win, others win, too. * Keep your thoughts focused on your desire and away from fear.*
ABOUT RHIANNON (Pronounced REE-ah-non): This lunar Welsh goddess's name means 'great queen,' as she serves important functions, including being the muse of inspiration for poets, artists, and royalty. . .Rhiannon can appear to you as an animal, bird, or song. Call upon her for help with manifestations, spirit communication, transitions, or artistic inspiration."

My message for you today is this:
The goddess Rhiannon has presented for you following the recent Full Moon on Saturday evening.  Recall that energy is in flow and so we remain in the residual energy of that Full Moon.  You released at a deep level what may have been holding you back from manifesting your current dreams and desires and now this goddess is here to assist you in the manifestation process.  What inspires you and uplifts you at this time?  If you are still uncertain about what the next best step may be for you, Rhiannon advises that you spend some time in Nature in order to bring clarity and to fuel your personal power in your situation.  Simply set the intention and then surrender to whatever 'comes to you', rather than attempt to dictate what you believe you need to receive.  You need not spend a great deal of time outdoors for this to occur, and your time outdoors may even be 'task driven', such as shovelling the show from your sidewalk or taking your dog for a walk.  Your intention to be open to the guidance that is being offered you, and being receptive, is all that is necessary.  Breathe in the fresh air and know that guidance is incoming and relax into that. Allow the 'aha' moment to come to you in it's own good time—perhaps even in the next few days—but trust that it will come to you. Rhiannon, the sorceress, has presented to assist you with the magic of manifestation and transition.  What do you desire? 
Blessed be... 

Universal Law of Essence

This is your card reading for Friday, November 3rd/17.  Your card today floated out of the 'Universal Laws of Conscious Creation' deck authored by Lara Solara, Dana Da Ponte and Marlene Chapman.  Your card is 'Universal Law of Essence' and the author's message for the card is this:
"The Law of Essence states that there is an energy—a spirit, a life force—that animates all life. The infinite, formless substance that all existence is made of is alive. It is whole, pure, perfect, harmonious, sacred, good, and loving. It cannot be hurt or destroyed. This essence, or spirit, of life is rarely seen with your eyes, but it can be felt. It is through your feelings and emotions that this essence is experienced. No description will fully capture what this essence is because it is beyond beliefs, perceptions, ideas, concepts, thoughts, and emotions. Nevertheless, it can be experienced through feeling. Your essence is the living, breathing fabric of existence that is always present and in a constant state of oneness. This law is reminding you that all of the good qualities of life are present right here and now within you, because they are the inherent qualities of your own life force. You do not need to seek outside yourself, When you define yourself by your name, your past experiences, accomplishments, failures, possessions, beliefs, thoughts, emotions, or any other idea or concept, you are only recognizing a small part of who you are. This card asks you to look deeper and to explore your inner world.  Discover the spirit that underlies form. When you do, you will automatically align with the essence of the entire Universe and, in the process, will align effortlessly with all Universal Laws.
HOW TO HARMONIZE WITH THIS LAW:
Get in touch with the Law of Essence through meditation. Sit still and focus your attention on relaxing your body. After you have relaxed each part of your body, begin to focus your attention on the aliveness of your body. Notice your breathing, your heart beating, the sense of being alive that radiates within you. Relax and feel the life force and essence within for several minutes. This will refresh your mind and bring harmony to your emotions."

My message for you today is this:
As we lead into the Full Moon tomorrow, you are being asked to acknowledge that you are a spiritual being having a physical experience.  Some would refer to the essence of who you are as your Soul.  How can you express the essence of who you are out into the world?  This has been your calling and is truly what your 'life purpose' is.  We sometimes get caught up in thinking that our life purpose will be expressed through a significant event or undertaking during our lifetime. In truth, our life purpose will be expressed in a multitude of ways over the course of our lifetime.  Anytime you are focused upon sharing the essence of who you are, you are engaged in your life purpose. This occurs in what some may define as the 'small moments' of our lives, as well as during our monumental life experiences. While your essence is an integral aspect of who you are, you know that you are consciously connected to your essence through your emotions and feelings. The expression of of your essence is very heart-centered and heart warming. 
Utilize the Full Moon energy that we are now flowing into (remember that energy is in motion and flow and isn't 'clap on/clap off', and so we are already entering into the energies of tomorrow's Full Moon) to assist you with releasing old ways of being and patterns of behavior or beliefs that hold you back from the expression of your true essence. Recognizing that you are a Soul above all else, is empowering, enlightening and inspiring.
Blessed be...

Violet Flame

This is your card reading for Wednesday, November 1st/17. Your card today launched out of the 'Return of Spirit' fractal art deck, authored by Cheryl Lee Harnish. Your card is 'Violet Flame' and Cheryl Lee's message for the card is this:
"Most of us experience a dark or difficult time at some point or another in our lives. And though it may feel like it will never end or never be better, the Violet Flame card is here to tell you that it will be.
The only way to conquer the shadows in our life is to turn off all the lights and face the darkness head-on. this is a process of purification. The Violet Flame shines its light, providing you with the way and means to see your way out of the inner darkness—once the shadows have been conquered. The experience you are having right now, although painful and challenging, is providing you with the means and opportunity to clearly see what is—and is not—working in your life anymore. It can help you to see how you have been allowing yourself to be in the world and how you have been holding yourself back It can help bring the clarity to recognize the people who help serve your highest good—and those who do not.
In the center of the fractal image is the symbol of the bat. In animal medicine, the bat is a symbol of change. He holds the light of the Violet Flame for you as a means of guiding you through this process of change. When you do make your way back, you will find that neither you, nor your life, is exactly the same as before. Change is an inevitable part of this process.
It is nearly complete sweet Soul. Just know, that once you have made your way through, you will be stronger; both within yourself and on your journey. You will have more clarity about your path and how you want to walk it."

My message for you today is this:
In truth, I initially doubted why this card had come up for your reading today. It seemed, at first, to be a rather 'dark' message for the energies of this time, as we move into a new month. Yet, as always, I trusted that it had presented for a reason and I understood the message for you today as I typed up Cheryl Lee's message for the card above.  
2017 is a '10/1 Universal Year of New Beginnings' and during this year, we have experienced periods of great transformation, which have not always felt 'comfortable'.  We have literally been pushed outside our comfort zone toward our potential.  How fitting that this card has presented on the day following Halloween, with the symbol of the bat meaning 'change'; and as we lead into the Full Moon this upcoming Saturday, which is about releasing that which no longer serves you.  We HAVE been asked to look at and acknowledge what is sometimes referred to as our 'shadow side' in this year of courageous expression of WHO we authentically came here to be. Our shadow is part of who we are, as we live in this physical realm of duality (dark and light).  As we acknowledge and recognize our shadow side, we've been asked to be clear about old ways of being—and patterns of behavior—that no longer serve us moving toward our new beginnings. We will ALWAYS have a shadow aspect to ourselves while we are human—and honestly your shadow side can serve you, at times. It helps you to navigate this human experience.  Your role as we come to the conclusion of this year of new beginnings, is to choose to CONSCIOUSLY look to the circumstances and experiences of this past year that have revealed to you old patterns that no longer serve you in moving forward, and the changes you need to make in that regard.  You may not be currently experiencing actual challenges, but may find MEMORIES of old challenges rising up at this time, for 'no apparent reason' (as I did last night just before falling asleep).  This is happening so that you can now fully integrate the lessons that were being shared with you through that experience.  I know NOW, that I would deal with what happened THEN, in a very different way, and from a more self-empowered stance, for example.  Allow the energy of the Violet Flame being presented for you today to shine upon you, providing you with healing and faith that you ARE living out your destiny. 
Celebrate the life-affirming changes you have made, and allow the changes you still need to make to be revealed to you—the Violet Flame will assist you with this, as we move toward the Full Moon.
Blessed be...

Happy Halloween

There will be no card reading today—Tuesday, October 31st/17.  Enjoy your Halloween (here's your Halloween giggle for the day!).
Blessed be...

The World

This is your card reading for Monday, October 30th/17. Your card flipped over to reveal itself from the 'Energy' oracle card deck, authored by Sandra Anne Taylor. Your card is 'The World' and Sandra's message for the card is this:
"~Expansion, Opening Up~
The man in this picture is looking out over a bay, above which the beautiful sphere of the earth is rotating. This card is reminding you to expand your vision and contemplate some much broader options. The world is wide, so there's a lot out there to consider.
In the modern age of technology, this could specifically be referring to creating or expanding to a more global network through the Internet or social marketing.
Drawing this card also lets you know that you have unlimited resources available to you, and now is the time to think big. As they say, the world is your oyster, so get ready to gobble it up.
AFFIRMATION:  My life expands into boundless horizons with unlimited, powerful energy. A world of possibilities is open to me now."

My message for you today is this:
For many of us in my age group (50's), the advent of social media and the internet has been daunting, at times!  While we understand the positive aspects of it, we also see the detriment; and above that, we are intimidated in learning to navigate our way through it! 
This powerful means of connecting on a more global or 'worldly' scale has definitely served us; but  has also sometimes meant that we don't give enough time or attention to connecting on an interpersonal level, which has honestly become a social problem, in my opinion. 
Choose to CONSCIOUSLY employ social media and the internet to expand your horizons and to share your gifts with others.  Understand that this is a tool made available for you to use, rather than the 'be all - end all' of communication. (I am smiling as I understand the irony of that statement, since you are receiving this card reading through either my website or my Facebook page! Yes—Spirit also sees the humour in our physical experiences!)
The other aspect of your message today is in the regards to the vision that you hold for yourself.  We often times keep ourselves 'small', rather than to confidently and courageously express our own grand potential (which Spirit absolutely sees in each one of us!). Dare to dream!  Dream big!  Hold your vision and know that the Universe is conspiring in your favour.  When you've been through a trying time, you may believe that that's when you need to set your dreams aside, but THAT'S exactly when you need to hold onto your dreams and embrace them all the more diligently!  Your world is a reflection of what you believe it to be. 
There is power and responsibility in that.
Blessed be...

No card readings Thursday, Oct 26th and Friday, Oct. 27th as I teach Akashic Records course

There will be no card readings on Thursday, Oct. 26th and Friday, Oct 27th—I will joyfully be teaching my Empowering Yourself Through the Akashic Records course on these days! (Soulful for me! <3) I wanted to share the words of someone I follow in the email I received from her this morning. Tania Gabrielle is an Astro-Numerologist and I receive emails from her speaking to the prevailing astro-numerological energies. Here's what she had to say about today:

"On Thursday we are blessed with a once-a-year astrology event:
The Sun conjuncts Jupiter, which is considered one of the luckiest days of the year!
Sun and Jupiter joined as one infuses you with Light and Joy – unbridled optimism! Pay close attention to opportunities and blessings.
In these next few days…
You can easily turn your visions and goals into reality and create something magical.
You feel lit up, happy to be alive and filled with exuberant joy.
You will find it easy to see obstacles as opportunities.
It’s the perfect moment to reframe a challenging situation and experience it in a new light.
Jupiter is not only about joy and fortunate blessings, but also brings wisdom and spiritual healing.
It doesn’t matter whether you feel it’s the worst or best timeto be alive – Jupiter teaches you, what matters is how you live right now.
Obstacles are actually not real.
They are how the lower mind perceives (or avoids) growth experiences.
Obstacles only exist in the past (you are remembering a past situation as challenging and using it to reframe a current one as an obstacle)… or they exit the future (you are worrying about something that may happen based on past experience).
But, be completely present right now, and there can be no obstacle.
There is just living, breathing… being.
Listening, noticing, engaging…
Jupiter governs gratitude and your higher mind. Jupiter likes to see the big picture – it EXPANDS your perception. Watch your lower mind - if it gets distracted, breathe and tune into something that makes you grateful.
Don’t wrap your head around why something is happening to you. Or what it means, or represents.
Look not at the obstacle, but the opportunity hidden inside.
No matter what you are handed, no matter how negative it may initially seem – look at the fortunate benefits. What is the real value?
After all, it HAS happened – now it’s your role to discover the benefits.
Clear your mind so it tunes into the higher Jupiterian mind.
Be bold! Act deliberately and persistently. Jupiter is the master builder of positive outcomes."
Thank you, Tania Gabrielle, for sharing this astro-numerological wisdom with us today!
Blessed be...

Universal Law of Attraction

This is your card reading for Wednesday, October 25th/17.  Your card today propelled out of the 'Universal Laws of Conscious Creation' fractal art deck authored by Lara Solara, Dana Da Ponte, and Marlene Chapman.  Your card is 'Universal Law of Attraction', and the author's message for the 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 direct to you 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 you have been focusing on are on their way."

My message for you today is this:
Often times, when people are reminded about the Law of Attraction and that what they think about has impact on their life, they are intimidated by that!  It's been said that we have between 50,000 and 70,000 thoughts every day! Imagine if we were to attract into our lives every thought?  That IS intimidating!  You are a vibrational being.  Your vibration is not impacted by what we would call 'fleeting thoughts' that cross your mind on occasion.  Your vibration is impacted more so by what you focus upon. Being aware of this is what we mean by living your life 'consciously'.  In the words of Robin Sharma: "What you focus on grows, what you think about expands, and what you dwell upon determines your destiny."
Or the words of Oprah Winfrey, in this same vein:  "What you focus on expands, and when you focus on the goodness in your life, you create more of it."  There is ALWAYS something good to focus upon, even in challenging times. 
You are being reminded today to CHOOSE consciously what you will place your attention upon.  What thoughts will you notice and expand upon and what thoughts will you notice and allow to just float on by without giving any of your time and attention to?  This does not mean that you need try to control your thoughts—who wants to be in such a constant battle throughout your day? Instead, simply decide what thoughts you will FUEL. Your feelings and emotions fuel your thoughts, and gratitude is one of THE most powerful manifestation activators!  When you focus with gratitude upon what you LOVE about your life, you will draw more of what you love into your life—this is the Law of Attraction at work.  And as was stated in the message for this card by the authors, it is how you conduct yourself throughout the course of your day, and what you place your focus on that truly impacts what you will draw into your life experience.  Utilize the tools of meditation and visualization to gain clarity about what it is you wish to attract; but then carry that clarity forward with you as you actively live your life and consciously choose where your focus will be.  The Law of Attraction is a universal law that is at play whether you choose to consciously utilize it or not.  Empower yourself by making the choice to employ this law in drawing that which you desire into your life.  We have been on a journey of uncovering our deepest inner Truth. Take what you have learned about WHO you are and WHO you came here to be, and apply the Law of Attraction to assist you in courageously expressing that.
Blessed be...

The Message

This is your card reading for Tuesday, October 24th/17. Your card today flipped over and out of the 'Gaia' oracle deck authored by Toni Carmine Salerno. Your card is 'The Message' and Toni's message for the card is this:
"~Positive News, Positive Outcome~
The anxious wait is nearly over and a time of celebration is near. You will soon receive good news. This may come from a land far away or it may come from someone close to you. In any case, an issue of major importance has a positive outcome. This may relate to you or someone dear to you. What a relief! You can now rest easy in the knowledge that all is well. Thank the universe for this blessing and give thanks to the Earth and stars also. Remember, that our lives are forever held in their eternal embrace. Whether we know it or not, we are surrounded always by unconditional love.
AFFIRMATION:
I thank the Earth and stars for every blessing
I give thanks for the love that fills and surrounds me
I am loved unconditionally by a benevolent universe
My mind is full of light
My heart it forever grateful."

My message for you today is this:
The prevailing cosmic energies are such that our manifesting abilities are amplified and our connection to Spirit or the Divine or however you choose to label Source, is strong and true. All that is required of you in making the connection is to trust, allow, and believe. I have said here on many occasions that the vibration of GRATITUDE is a powerful manifestor.  Express gratitude even if what you desire may not 'seem' to be with you yet—feel gratitude for that which you desire as though you are already experiencing it. Trust, allow and believe that it is on it's way to you or to your loved one. Today is an empowering day energetically, so why not utilize that?  Your sixth sense (psychic sense) is very strong today and the lines of communication are clear and open. Trust in what you are receiving and give thanks as you take guided action.  Pay attention to your dreams, for it is in this receptive state that many receive messages.  Reside in the knowing that 'all is well'. 
Blessed be...

Dragon Guide

This is your card reading for Monday, October 23rd/17. Your card today soared out of the Divine Guidance fractal art deck, authored by Cheryl Lee Harnish. Your card is 'Dragon Guide' and Cheryl Lee's message for the card is this: 
"Dragon is here to help you take a stand in your life. Others may have strong opinions about what you should be doing or how you should be doing it. It could also be that others are interfering when they should not be.  Dragon has come to help you stand firm for what you believe is right, even if that means breathing a little fire to get your point across. Don't worry, it will be ok. Dragon is here to help you claim your power and your right to live your life as YOU see best."

My message for you today is this:
This is about standing in your own personal power and isn't so much about challenging others as it is about being clear with yourself about WHO you are and what 'lights you up', or gets you 'fired up'!   You need not be confrontational, because true self-empowerment is foundational and doesn't disempower another, but neither does it allow another to disempower you.  Those who tend to 'bully' others or who are antagonistic are truly coming from a very disempowered and insecure stance.  Those who stand firmly in their own Truth have no need to proclaim their Truth, because they are LIVING it. Can you see the difference? 
Dragon Guide has presented for you today to assist you with recognizing that 'fire in your belly' that is indicative of WHO you are and WHY you are here.  Take empowered steps in living your life from that enlightened place and hold an attitude of knowing that YOU are in charge of YOU, ultimately.  To place blame upon another for choices and decisions that you make for yourself does not serve you.  We are talking about the 'big scheme of things' here.  That fire in your belly is the vision you hold for yourself—it is a journey comprised of many steps.  Stand firmly in your own power and take some action steps that serve the Light you came here to share, and pay no attention to those who would strive to dim your Light. They cannot do so without your permission.  'Know thyself and honour thyself' is the term that comes to mind for your message today.
Blessed be...

New Moon in Libra

There will be no card reading today, but I wanted to share this very important information about today's New Moon in Libra on Thursday, October 19th/17.
New Moon's typically hold manifestation energy, with each holding it's own unique vibration in accordance with the other prevailing cosmic energies at the time. This New Moon is powerful in regards to relationships and personal connections.  In that regard, I'd like to share the words of Wealth Astro-Numerologist, Tania Gabrielle, about the energies of this particular New Moon:

"It can be scary to be deeply intimate with someone - sharing all of you, especially parts you’ve protected.... But Uranus exactly opposite the New Moon is urging you to take that risk, let yourself be seen – fully. 

And Mercury with Jupiter encourage you to speak your truth, use your voice to express your hopes.

It’s time to go out on a limb, take a leap of faith.

The same goes for attracting prosperity. Take that leap of faith into the unknown. That’s where the real treasure is!

Jupiter encourages you to give it a go! 

Riches, honor and prosperity are yours when you welcome the unexpected, adjust gracefully to rapid change and remain patient about outcomes. Uranus certainly will inspire you to seek freedom – so just remember to breathe deeply through any restlessness you may encounter.

Something completely unpredictable can shift your life to the core...

You’re feeling really articulate now and confident about sharing your prosperity plans with others.

So take that step. Expect amazing results!"

I have intuited that 2017 is the year of 'courageous expression' and this is coming to the forefront at this time. Utilize the energies being offered you in moving forward in a positive way now. What seeds will you plant and ask the Universe to nurture along with you? Be clear and confident!

Blessed be...

Om

This is your card reading for Wednesday, October 18th/17. Your card today wafted out of the 'Universal Wisdom' oracle deck authored by Toni Carmine Salerno.  Your card is 'Om' and Toni's message for the card is this:
"~If we were to trace creation back to its source, it would lead to a point of light from which all creation stems. This point of light also exists inside your heart. It emanates a sound or vibration which resonates through all creation.~
This card has appeared in your reading today to remind you of the unlimited creative power, healing and wisdom that can be accessed through this sacred sound. Try the following meditation any time you feel low on energy or out of balance in any way.
Sit quietly. Focus on your breath. As you relax, you will feel a point of light within your third eye area, the point between your eyebrows. Feel its vibration and sound flow through your mind and body. There are seven main energy centers: Crown Center—on top of your head, Third Eye—the point between your eyebrow, Throat Center, Heart Center, Solar Plexus, Sacral Center, and Base Center—at the bottom of your spine. Focus on each energy center one at a time and feel each center being healed and balanced by the vibration of the eternal sound Om. Feel your energy levels rise as you align with the sacred sound of the Universe.

This meditation, practised daily, will help heal and inspire you."

My message for you today is this:
What Toni refers to as 'centers' in his message are more commonly referred to as 'chakras'. Chakras are the energy centers in your body. Chakra means 'wheel' in the Eastern language of Sanskrit, as many 'view' these energy centers as spinning wheels within the body.  There are 7 major chakras that run up the spinal cord, and to the crown of your head. Each chakra has a different color vibration, to do with the speed that they vibrate at. Each chakra is also associated with certain glands within your body and carry various qualities and functions.  Chakras are highly sensitive and it is important to care for your energy centers in order to feel optimal—particularly when you have been exposed to highly charged energy around you, including emotional trauma. Here's a synopsis of the 7 major chakras:
1)  Root or Base Chakra ~ Located at the base of your spine and ruby red in color. Think of this chakra as 'I have', because it is issues of security and safety from a physical perspective that are associated with this chakra.
2)  Sacral Chakra ~ Located just below your navel and orange in color. Think of this chakra as 'I feel', because it is issues of relationship, creativity, appetite, sexuality and desire that are associated with this chakra.
3)  Solar Plexus Chakra ~ Located above the navel and below the chest, in your mid-section and is sunshine yellow in color. Think of this chakra as 'I can' because it is issues of personal power and action that are associated with this chakra.
4)  Heart Chakra ~ Located in the center of your chest and is emerald green in color. Think of this chakra as  'I love' because it is all issues regarding giving and receiving love that are associated with this chakra.
5)  Throat Chakra ~ Located in the throat area and is sky blue in color. Think of this chakra as 'I speak' because it is all issues regarding communication and personal truth that are associated with this chakra.
6)  Third Eye Chakra ~ Located at the center of your forehead between your eyebrows and indigo purple in color.  Think of this chakra as 'I see' because it is issues regarding personal insight, clairvoyance and intuition that are associated with this chakra.
7)  Crown Chakra ~ Located at the crown (top) of your head and is violet in color. Think of this chakra as 'I know' because it is associated with divine wisdom and purpose and universal consciousness and enlightenment.
What Toni has shared in his message with you for this card is essentially a means to clear and balance your chakras by sitting quietly and saying aloud the sacred sound 'Om' (pronounced OH-MMMMMM—really drawing out the 'm' sound). Om is commonly referred to as the 'universal sound' and is believed to be powerfully energetically charged.
We have been in some very challenging and trying energies and chaos has resulted in the life experience of many.  During such times, it serves you to keep yourself centered energetically so that you can come from a balanced place in what you are dealing with. 
You are being STRONGLY encouraged to see the LIGHT today! This is a CHOICE. 
We are honestly moving into a time of significant support in manifesting what we desire, as we move toward the New Moon tomorrow.  Make a conscious decision to do so from a balanced place so that you can be the fullest expression of who you came here to be.
Blessed be...

Deep Knowing

This is your card reading for Monday, October 16th/17. Your card today flew out of the 'Wisdom of the Oracle' card deck, authored by Colette Baron-Reid. Your card is 'Deep Knowing' and Colette's message for the card is this:
"ESSENTIAL MEANINGS:  Intuition; listening to the oracle within; empathy; hypersensitivity.
THE ORACLE'S MESSAGE:  Intuition is the faculty that allows you to enter into a dialogue with Source, the Consciousness that you are a part of but cannot see with the naked eye. It's perplexing that people are taught to ignore this natural capacity to navigate their journeys, to access their inner guidance. Know that you have an ability to read between the lines and find all the truth that was missing when the story was told. This deep knowing allows you to open the door to wisdom far greater than what is available in the limitations of human experience. You're given information that may make no sense whatsoever to the logical mind or five senses but which is 100 percent correct and true.  The trick is to listen and then to act accordingly. You're now invited into this sacred dialogue of deep knowing, so tune in and trust your vibes—they will be right. Ask and you will receive answers from unusual sources."

My message for you today is this:
You have been undergoing a vibrational upgrade, although it may not feel at times like that was what was happening! Such adjustments can sometimes leave you feeling very fatigued and you may even experience some bodily aches and pains or flu-like symptoms. Relax into it, and understand that you are literally just 'recalibrating'.  You are an energetic being. You are impacted by the energy within and around you–and there have been some INTENSE energies around you lately (note that 'intense' doesn't always have to mean 'challenging', just that you will feel them strongly, particularly if you are very sensitive to energy).  Take some time to rest today as you are integrating your recent vibrational shift.  Today is a day when you may feel very introspective and attuned to your intuitive self.  Time spent in meditation would truly serve you today. Know that 'meditation' means different things to different people—it need not be sitting in silence in the 'don't think, don't move, don't talk' means of meditating. Perhaps your favored form of meditation is taking a walk in nature, or your yoga practise, or even listening to a guided meditation. Whatever meditation means for you, DO try to spend some time in that practise today—it will really serve you to do so. Trust in the messages that are incoming!  You are indeed experiencing deep knowing!
Blessed be...

No card readings Wednesday, Thursday, Friday...

Sorry that I didn't get your card reading posted yesterday—and there will be no card reading today or tomorrow either.

It's been a busy week and now I am leading into teaching my Akashic Records Course, Levels 1 & 2 this upcoming weekend! Yay! I am beyond excited to spend time with the beautiful Souls who will be venturing into the Records with me—this is so heart-centred and sacred to me! 

This quote speaks to the intense journey we have been on and the energies we've been in that have been encouraging (urging!) us to stand in our own power and to acknowledge that where we've been has led us here—even as we release what no longer serves us in moving forward. We are being guided to take the next best step and to take things to the next level—the shifting has been significant! The Universe HAS been conspiring in your favour! You are a brave Soul!  Take the next best step!
Blessed be...

Path of the Soul

I trust that you had a wonderful Thanksgiving weekend! <3 
This is your card reading for Tuesday, October 10th/17. Your card spun out of the 'Path of the Soul' fractal art deck, authored by Cheryl Lee Harnish, and the card that revealed itself for you today is the card that the deck was named for—'Path of the Soul'!  Cheryl Lee's message for the card is this:
"This is a complete opening of the Heart Center. Your will and the Divine Will are merging. This is the next step in the journey to Ascension, operating fully from a place of Love. Trust each and every step you are guided to take, even if you do not understand it in this moment. There may be times that you feel overwhelmed with all you've been given. You are in full flow with intuitive guidance, creative ideas, tasks and undertakings. You may experience a mix of emotional and physical occurrences, but know that this is a natural part of the process."

My message for you today is this:
Such a powerful card (the card that this deck was named for!) to present for you on the 10th day of the 10th month in a 10 universal year (2+0+1+7=10)!  Numerologically, this denotes new beginnings, but embracing the new beginning from a perspective of completion, which holds a unique energy.  What I mean by that is that this new beginning is encompassed in the perception of the cycles of life.  Having brought something to completion you are now ready to bring in something new—it's taking the next great step and taking something to the next level, whatever that 'something' happens to be for you. Think of it this way:  It's moving on to your Masters degree, having completed your Bachelors degree, so to speak.  Your Soul is calling you now to move to the next level.   You may find yourself feeling deeply inspired at this time. Perhaps you are being called to take a course that has been calling to you; or to read that book that has drawn your attention; or to go to an event that you know will somehow shift your perspective or enlighten you; or to create a meaningful daily spiritual practise for yourself; or to begin honoring your physical body through conscious diet and exercise.  We had been in energies that were promoting releasing at the deepest levels with the recent Full Moon and the prevailing energies around it. It is in acknowledging our shadow side that we can better reveal the Light within.  This releasement was clearing the way to take our next best step, while also honoring the journey that brought us to this place—all of it, even what you may have deemed as your shadow side. We needed to integrate and accept all aspects of ourselves with Love. "When you know better, you do better," was the mantra for that time.  We are now being urged to move into courageous expression of WHO we came here to be, because we know better who that is! 
Whatever is inspiring you at this time, trust that you are being guided and step into it, as by doing so, you will be following the path of the Soul.
Blessed be...

(The photo of your card today was taken with my Rose Quartz crystal singing bowl whose tone aligns with the Heart/High Heart chakra, and with a piece of raw Rose Quartz—the crystal of unconditional Love. <3)