Release, Let Go, Welcome the New

According to Kaballah, we have entered the New Year. According to Muslim Teachings, the season of Ramadan is upon us. According to Pagan/Wiccan Studies, we are entering Samhain. According to Catholicism we are in the Age of Jubilee. All this is to say that we are entering a time of global apology and renewal for the upcoming New Year. Now is the time to prepare for the changes that are around us.

We are being called upon to:

1. Get Rid of the Trash that clutters our life whether it be Physical Trash, Emotional Trash, or Spiritual Trash. Trash dulls our senses and leaves us unable to contact our Higher Energies.We can do this with RAP classes, Spiritual Resiliency Coaching, Yoga Classes, Meditation studies and physical looking at Feng Shui and Vasta Vistu (ways to clear our physical space).

2. As we move through this year, we are being called to enter into a cooperative age of selfless service where each of us takes our responsibility to "Tikkun Olum" – Repairing the World.

3. This is a time to Purge our "stuff" that just doesn't have a place in our lives any longer. Simple affirmations will not totally eliminate those drives. RAP work and other similar type of work that goes into that level of depth will assist in the shift of perspective that is being called for in this New Age.

4. This is a time that your resistances may come to the foreground. This is a time when many will have increasing issues and troubles that become a center of life's growth. Therefore;

5. This may be a time to schedule a Retreat or other way to take a break from life and look deeply within in order to make spiritual-emotional and mystical ways to move forward into the New Age.

I think its time now that our universe chooses to live life with LOVE the way life is intended to be, no matter what race or religion. I really believe the future for mankind will be peaceful when we choose to accept and respect others for who they are. I believe our future holds cleaner air and a cleaner environment. I am making a difference now by practicing acceptance of self, learning to forgive others and things that no longer serve me. I take time to let others know I care about them by unconditional love. I take time to pray for others, and meditate on joy and peace. I am an example to others by recycling, promoting and using earth friendly products, and picking up litter that is in my path. I choose to make a difference, and I believe that is contagious!

(Art above is by John Wagner at artbyjohnpwagner.com; 1-5 written by Dr. J. Arkow of Global Mystics, with some edits and conclusion by me.)

A Week Later

I can't believe a week has passed. I feel like I just blinked. I have been studying for lab test for Saturday. My next test will be the following Saturday. Three school days of back to back testing! I hope I will do better with each test. I have my book open all the time, at work, at home, and even in bed. I will leave it open on my bed so when its time to lie down, I will continue to absorb, memorize, and try to dream into my conscious, so that its in my head. I will eventually be done with the semester, but right now it feels so far away. If I focus on Thanksgiving and Christmas it will help time go by faster for me. I will be so glad when its all said and done!

The day is almost here, my cousin's quinceanera. Saturday is the big day, and my girls are really excited. My son, not so much. I will do my best to be fully prepared for the reception. I will not attend the mass do to Saturday school and a major test, that I have been studying hard for. I hope by some miracle we are able to leave class at 11:00 but that is unlikely.
My oldest daughter said she wants a quince when she is of age. I know that day is approaching fast. Time flys... it is important to make everyday count. Celebrate life daily!

Clubin

It has been along time since I hit up downtown. I will make a promise to myself to go out for next month. There is usually alot going on in October. I'd like to see a band and maybe drink, dance, and sing alittle. I have never been drunk enough to do Karoake but maybe one day I will, drunk or sober. It would definetely have to be with a lively crowd, and close friends. And the song would definetely be a song that is easy to sing, but I wouldn't do it alone. I'm not that courageous.

So much for thinking.... back to studying.

Study Time

How do full time working moms find the time to study? I feel like I have alot on my plate. I have my first test coming up this week and I am stressing. I do make time for prayer and visualization, so I think that will help me some. I am also learning a thing or two about photographic memory. Or at least I am reading up on it. Oh how my life would be so much simpler if I had photographic memory as a gift.
Well, I will end this blog now so that I can go back to study time.

Free Spirit!

I saw the movie Flicka for the first time last night. It is a little on the girly side but I loved it. It was about all the things I love, horses, being a daddy's girl, spirit connection, searching for joy, and being free. And the scenery is breathtaking. This movie is definitely a "must see" if you like movies about spirit and following your heart.

Speaking of spirit. I had a crazy dream a few days ago. I remember a voice talking to me, it said, "notice the similarities your daughter has with *****." They said a name but I couldn't remember what they said, I only remember she looked like she couldve been my grandmother's twin, only younger. I forgot all about it. And then a couple of days later, late afternoon, my oldest daughter was singing (like she was performing), when the song was over she talked about how she loved to dance and perform. For some reason it hit me, I remembered the dream. I thought how the woman in the dream was so much like my own daughter. As if it was a strong connection with the dream and the message I received from it. I kept a mental note, and just stayed in wonder.
Last night, I received a phone call from my mom about 11 pm. (That is way past my mom's bedtime so I was suprised she was awake.)
I told her about my dream and asked if there was any woman who had identical features of grandma, only youthful looking, and seemed to be a beautiful free spirit, who liked to sing and dance. She said she had a sister who passed away at a young age, who used to sing on the radio, and she loved to dance. She said they looked like they couldve been twins. We were stunned. My mom said its funny you mention her because this past week your Tia (aunt) found a picture of her as a child and she looks just like your nephew. Her name was Nelly and no one has mentioned her in years until now, And now your mentioning her too. I asked my mom what she thinks the message is. She said she thinks she's just letting us know she is watching over us. My personal opinion, I think she is making her presence known. As if she is reminding us even though she is not with us, she is here in spirit, and we are still connected. I now feel like I know who Nelly is, because my daughter is just like her.

Thank God Its Friday!

I haven't yet got used to working 5 days a week. Although I work full time hours I flex my schedule to 3-4 days. I have been doing 5 days a week since school started for my kids, so that I am able to drop them off and pick them up myself. I am already burnt out. The funny thing is, a few days ago a educated spiritual coach and teacher emailed me. She asked me if we could do a reading exchange. I was more than delighted. I gave her the reading first and she was inspired, revived, and thankful. I received my reading today, she picked up on my stress from school, work, and home. She said I needed to go back to setting my priorities according to my heart's desire. She even picked up on my doubts about Nursing, and going forth with counsel. The message was, I will succeed with my ventures, and to go forth with advising, in all aspects. I knew exactly what she was talking about. Most of my clients have been very educated people, doctors, lawyers, nurses, and even a director of a school. I was impressed when she mentioned I advised professionals, and I will continue. And in return, receive the information and continue to meet the right people to move forward with my education and learning experience.

(This pic is of my top priorities. Taken on a road trip to Louisiana in August 2007.)

I woke up this morning on the wrong side of bed. I was devoted to changing my mood. But I still came dragging into work. I dreaded dealing with machine difficulties from the day before. As always, I centered myself and asked (my angels) for help. I called the rep for the machine and got a real live person on the phone, unlike the day before, just leaving messages. He helped troubleshoot the problem and now all is well. I had to cancel a few appointments yesterday due to these problems. I have a full schedule today and I am fortunate to have everything up and running again. I gave thanks and settled in my office. I started to read my favorite blog. And to my suprise found the sweetest picture of MeiLing, reading. She sure does recover quickly! This pic will keep a smile on my face all day.

(Pic taken my MeiLing grandmother at http://www.morningramble.blogspot.com/ )

International Angel Day

Today is my grandma's birthday. I have no idea how old she is. She looks very youthful, beautiful, and has a great figure. She is very different from other grandmas. She is like the graceful movie star of the family. Once upon a time she was a singer and a dancer. I haven't heard her sing but I know she never gave up dancing. She is so talented, full of faith, and prays for everyone in the family daily. She is commited to God more than any other person I know, and I know alot of spiritual people. Though, she was never the typical grandma to me, she has always been admired by all the young girls in the family. I am very thankful to have the most beautiful grandmother in the world.

Today is special for numerous reasons. It is International Angel Day. I hope everyone takes time to thank their angels for what they do. Their job is never ending, and they will never give up on doing God's work. We are so blessed for what God has given us. I continue to be full of gratitude. Tomorrow is 9-11. We should not think about what we have lost, For All is Well! We should think about what we have gained as a country. Strength, support of our neighbors, and prayer support for all of mankind.

Sunday Gratitude

MeiLing had her 3rd (unexpected) surgery last night. From what I'm told this should be the last one for awhile. I am so thankful that everything is working in her favor. She is so strong. When I saw her this afternoon, I kissed Sleeping Beauty... and yes, her eyes opened then she closed them... back to slumber. As if she said a quick hello with her dosed off blink. She still looks like a princess. I wonder what she is thinking. As me and my mom talked about MeiLing, she did the eye movements again. She knows we were talking about her. But wherever she was in her deep slumber was to wonderful to come out of. I bet she was doing some astral travel. Visting loved ones and getting more encouragement from her angelic family, talking to God and giving thanks for the incredibly strong parents she has been blessed with.

Let us pray...

God thank you for sweet MeiLing. She has been a blessing to all who know her. Her strengh gives us much to live up too when we feel like giving up. Her smile make us smile, Her every move makes us feel excited to play, her beauty shows us your perfection, I appreciate how her sweet eyes give us wisdom, Thank you God for her fast recovery.

(The pics above where taken by her grandmother during a visit in the ICU. Witness for yourself how strong a 4 month old baby can be. For more MeiLing pics... www.morningramble.blogspot.com )

MeiLings Recovery

I started another season of choir. Ohh, how good it feels to reunite with my spiritual friends. Up on the director's prayer board is MeiLings name. Before practice we pray for all on the prayer list. MeiLing has been on the prayer board since birth. I love that I am part of a group that supports me and my spirituality.

Sweet MeiLing is recovering wonderfully from yesterday's non invasive surgery. I cant wait to see her. She has been in the prayers of thousands. In my opinion, MeiLing is a naturally tough. And as she gets older she will be even stronger. I can see her climbing trees with scatches on her legs. I can see her playing hide and seek with her family. She will be so typically normal that others would never know that she has been in and out of hospital in her earlier years. I can see her in the future giving hope to other families, becoming a healer and teacher herself. God bless this blessed happy child!

(The pic above is the happy MeiLing. Pic taken my her grandma at

http://www.morningramble.blogspot.com/ )

Work, Work, Work

I have been super busy at work. Since Friday we have been slammed by many patients coming in for contractions or ruptured membranes (water broke). Here it is Sunday and I am here at work wishing I was at church celebrating life with my church family. I love my job but this weekend has left me desiring for ME time. When I feel like work is stressing me out, I continually keep in mind my patients best interest and their feelings of excitement about their pregnancy. I honor those feelings and emotions and do my best to make their visit as pleasant and as comfortable as possible. For whats to come afterwards isn't so pleasant. As convienant as epidurals are, it too has the minor side effects of itching. So a patient's comfort and safety is a top priority to me.

This evening I will visit with an old Marine friend who will be leaving to Iraq next week. I will enjoy the rest of the weekend I have left. I have my Labor Day off this year so I will relax. Thank You God!!