Today my Tarot card was the Wheel - the wheel of life
"All things must Change".This card's meaning is change, and how I will deal with change. By my own actions I can change my life. I am not a prisoner of fate but an integral part of it, and it is a part of me. Life is not a dress rehearsal, it is the thing that is happening while I am waiting for it to begin.
This is very much like a piece from my book...
"To me being a witch involves living, now! You can’t wait for some future time; you have to live your life in this moment with awareness and happiness. Yes having goals and planning for the future is good, but if you live all of your time, for a future time, you are missing so much of life. It really is all about living and enjoying every moment as it happens."
Change is an everyday occurance. Change is growth and rebirth! Without change we grow stagnate and with stagnation comes death. Not necessarily physical death either, it can be the death of ideals, and beliefs. If nothing ever changed think how boring life would become. There would be no challenges to overcome, no mountains to climb, no accolades to win. The boredom would kill me. So good or bad I need to be at peace with it, Welcome it, and take contol of it; by controlling my actions and reactions.
Blessings!
Saturday, March 10, 2012
Friday, March 9, 2012
Reunion
Good morning!
Spent a lovely day on the truck on the truck with Michael yesterday. I enjoy the quiet time with him, even if the radio gets to me after awhile. I work through it. Spent some time reflecting on different things and one of them was perspective. Mine as oppposed to anyone elses, I came to this conclusion...
Just because I see life as an adventure, doesn't mean others see it in the same way. It was a rather sobering thought for a moment. But then I realized that I can't let other peoples perspective, affect how I feel about or live my life. While I need to respect and perhaps honor someone elses point of view (perspective) They need to respect mine in return. I need to respect mine. Oh, back to the respect thing. And that is the big point... I NEED TO RESPECT MINE!
So you are having a bad day, I can empathize, and offer sympathy but I can't let it become mine. I need to allow you your moment of whatever you need, but I can't take it on. I have spent a lot of time lately being "angry?" about how others bad days effect me. Why? Did they say to me, I hate the world and you need to too. I don't think so. I really can't think of one person, who has said to me, "Lisa, I am in a hole, could you be in one too?" I think I just simply decided that if they were so unhappy they didn't need my cheery dispositon always in their face, so I allowed myself to get down to. Dummy! I can be happy with out being in your face about it. Really, I need to get a grip! Should I go wallow in your pity party everyday, no because it will become mine. Should you come wallow in mine, when I have one, no. give me a day or two then kick me in the butt and tell me to do something about it. Well enough of that!
So..., dug thruough my cards this morning and today I pulled the 6 of Vessels - Reunion. hmmm
Now reunion means alot of different things, but for me it all boils down to getting back together. The question is what or who is getting back together. Here is what I decided it meant to me, today...
A meeting of myself, with myself or others that can/will bring about a rec...laiming of a missing piece(s) in my life. By coming to this "meeting" with a clearer understanding of me, and and acceptance (forgiveness) of old hurts, thoughts or whatever; what was lost can be resolved. I can put all of me back together. I will reclaim all my "missing parts" and become complete.
By letting go and reclaiming, I am also gaining and renewing, myself, my relationships and my life. Hence it is a Reunion and the cycle becomes complete and so do I.
Walk in love and light today my friends! I will.
Spent a lovely day on the truck on the truck with Michael yesterday. I enjoy the quiet time with him, even if the radio gets to me after awhile. I work through it. Spent some time reflecting on different things and one of them was perspective. Mine as oppposed to anyone elses, I came to this conclusion...
Just because I see life as an adventure, doesn't mean others see it in the same way. It was a rather sobering thought for a moment. But then I realized that I can't let other peoples perspective, affect how I feel about or live my life. While I need to respect and perhaps honor someone elses point of view (perspective) They need to respect mine in return. I need to respect mine. Oh, back to the respect thing. And that is the big point... I NEED TO RESPECT MINE!
So you are having a bad day, I can empathize, and offer sympathy but I can't let it become mine. I need to allow you your moment of whatever you need, but I can't take it on. I have spent a lot of time lately being "angry?" about how others bad days effect me. Why? Did they say to me, I hate the world and you need to too. I don't think so. I really can't think of one person, who has said to me, "Lisa, I am in a hole, could you be in one too?" I think I just simply decided that if they were so unhappy they didn't need my cheery dispositon always in their face, so I allowed myself to get down to. Dummy! I can be happy with out being in your face about it. Really, I need to get a grip! Should I go wallow in your pity party everyday, no because it will become mine. Should you come wallow in mine, when I have one, no. give me a day or two then kick me in the butt and tell me to do something about it. Well enough of that!
So..., dug thruough my cards this morning and today I pulled the 6 of Vessels - Reunion. hmmm
Now reunion means alot of different things, but for me it all boils down to getting back together. The question is what or who is getting back together. Here is what I decided it meant to me, today...
A meeting of myself, with myself or others that can/will bring about a rec...laiming of a missing piece(s) in my life. By coming to this "meeting" with a clearer understanding of me, and and acceptance (forgiveness) of old hurts, thoughts or whatever; what was lost can be resolved. I can put all of me back together. I will reclaim all my "missing parts" and become complete.
By letting go and reclaiming, I am also gaining and renewing, myself, my relationships and my life. Hence it is a Reunion and the cycle becomes complete and so do I.
Walk in love and light today my friends! I will.
Wednesday, March 7, 2012
Who is my Audience?
So last night I was part of (I listened to) a webinar by Author Keith Ogorek and it was really very good. But one of the Questions before you write a book, you are supposed to ask yourself, is who is my audience? And the answer can't be, Everyone! So Obviously, I have done this a little backwards since I wrote the book or it wrote me, before thinking about this. So... Who is my audience? My audience is obviously any one interested it things related to witches, but beyond that who is my target audience. So I thought about this, why did I write this book. Other than the fact that I just felt compelled. When I wrote it I remember thinking that there are many, many books out there on the mechanics of Wicca and Witches, but not so many who shared their heart. What was it (the journey), emotionally for them. I thought maybe someday, someone would read it and perhaps understand that my journey was only one of many on a spiral path. And that sometimes you have to step away from the "publically acceptable" and follow your own path. That you have to follow your heart to find fulfillment in life. That it is okay to question the status quo, and while it works for some, others of us just need more. That spirituality and religion are sometimes seperate things and that we all need to find our spirit.
So, in answer to the question...Who is my audience? My audience is anyone seeking, seeking to understand that there is more than one way to journey. That if you want to walk a different path it is ok. My Audience is those who want to knowthat no matter what path you walk there are rules and guidelines. some are just more personal than others. My Audience is those who are seeking Spirit and that need to know that you have to find Spirit in what ever form works for you and embrace it!
Walk in light my friends!
So, in answer to the question...Who is my audience? My audience is anyone seeking, seeking to understand that there is more than one way to journey. That if you want to walk a different path it is ok. My Audience is those who want to knowthat no matter what path you walk there are rules and guidelines. some are just more personal than others. My Audience is those who are seeking Spirit and that need to know that you have to find Spirit in what ever form works for you and embrace it!
Walk in light my friends!
Tuesday, March 6, 2012
Respect
What a lovely day outside. the sun is shining, the world is crisp and white, the sky is blue!
Today's Tarot card is the Nine of Bows - Respect.
So when someone mentions respect I automatically think of... how others respect or don't respect me. But what about respect for myself. Do I have it? if not, why not? this was a thought provoking idea. Wow, I'm not sure that I do respect myself all the time. Is that why I sometimes have issues with low self esteem? And how about respect for the world around me and others? I do much better here, As I sit here writing this I realize that it is much easier to respect others and the world around you than it is myself. When I have respect for my self, life goes smoother and I feel better, emotionally and physically. So does that mean that self doubt is actually a form of disrespect? I suspect that perhaps it is. At what point does being humble become self-effacing and disrespectful. An interesting thought that i may need to explore more. Okay, I definitely need to explore more.
If I am to continue on the path I have chosen; than I need to respect my own path before others can. And I do respect my own path, don't get me wrong, but I need to stop worrying about how others are going to react to me and just walk it. I saw a quote the other day that said, " it is none of your business what other people think of you". At first I was irritated by that statement, but as I thought about it I realized how true it was. It doesn't matter what others think of me, it only matters what I think of myself and that I respect my thoughts and beliefs. ALL THE TIME! Self doubt has no place in my life, and why do I have self doubt? Is it taught. in your DNA or what? Well here and now I am putting it on notice, get out and stay out. I believe in me and myself. I RESPECT myself and my beliefs and I am worthy of that respect.
So on that note I leave you, and respectfully hope that you are having a wonderful day!
Today's Tarot card is the Nine of Bows - Respect.
So when someone mentions respect I automatically think of... how others respect or don't respect me. But what about respect for myself. Do I have it? if not, why not? this was a thought provoking idea. Wow, I'm not sure that I do respect myself all the time. Is that why I sometimes have issues with low self esteem? And how about respect for the world around me and others? I do much better here, As I sit here writing this I realize that it is much easier to respect others and the world around you than it is myself. When I have respect for my self, life goes smoother and I feel better, emotionally and physically. So does that mean that self doubt is actually a form of disrespect? I suspect that perhaps it is. At what point does being humble become self-effacing and disrespectful. An interesting thought that i may need to explore more. Okay, I definitely need to explore more.
If I am to continue on the path I have chosen; than I need to respect my own path before others can. And I do respect my own path, don't get me wrong, but I need to stop worrying about how others are going to react to me and just walk it. I saw a quote the other day that said, " it is none of your business what other people think of you". At first I was irritated by that statement, but as I thought about it I realized how true it was. It doesn't matter what others think of me, it only matters what I think of myself and that I respect my thoughts and beliefs. ALL THE TIME! Self doubt has no place in my life, and why do I have self doubt? Is it taught. in your DNA or what? Well here and now I am putting it on notice, get out and stay out. I believe in me and myself. I RESPECT myself and my beliefs and I am worthy of that respect.
So on that note I leave you, and respectfully hope that you are having a wonderful day!
Monday, March 5, 2012
Positively
It is positively beautiful out side. It is crisp, cold and sunny! I am positively glad that I am inside and warm. Well at least for now, I will go out in it later to run errands and what not. Positive! that is my watch word right now. I am going to be positive ( even if it kills me). I noticed a while ago that I had gotten into a very negative slump. Well I and a friend, decided we needed to grab our selves by the boot straps and haul ourselves out of the swamp of negative and get going on the positive. Now that doesn't mean I am going to run around positively giddy all the time, although there is that possibility, I must admit that by nature I am usually an extremely happy person. Yes I am (gag,gag) one of those happy people. I can usually find enjoyment everywhere. That was why when I started wallowing (and yes I was wallowing), in a morass of negativity, I started to not feel well, I gained more weight( ugh) and lost all ambition! Sometimes I can be such an idiot! So ENOUGH of the negative... Time to find my happy space and get motivated! It REALLY is a beautiful day outside and the world awaits. I may have tea with my friend and I may visit my Dad. I will definitely spend some time with my husband. Whom I have decided I adore after all. Should hope so after 24 years together. And even if he choses to have a negative, day I may pretend that I can't hear it and go on. So today I am digging out my rose colored glasses and having a gorgeous day! Hope you all are having one too!
Blessings!
Blessings!
Sunday, March 4, 2012
3/4/12
Good Morning!
The sky is gray and there are flurries floating around rather lazily this morning. It is a quiet day right now, a time for reflection. So I pulled out the Tarot this morning to see where I am at right now. I got The Journey, The World Tree, and the Seven of Bows-Clearance. how oddly appropriate the cards were, as I flipped each one over I couldn't help but think. "I should have known". so let's explore them alittle...
PAST The Journey- time to face the inevitable, to let the bones be laid bare, to face the deepest aspects of your fears and desires.Do not fear Change! It is a clearing of the past a letting go, so there is room for new growth and new ideas in your life.
There has been a lot of letting go here recently. I am letting go of and working daily on letting go of ... fear, control, and past hurt. I got lost for a while in all of this and the struggle to get through the day was overwhelming. With the help of a good friend (Sabrina) we are trying to keep each other on the "Positivity Wagon" We both slip from time to time but usually a message or a visit gets things back on track.
PRESENT The World Tree - The Universe and all it's blessings are available to anyone who seeks with a with a sincere heart, it;s knowledge and wisdom. Mo matter where the road has been or where it is going, if we keep searching, it is there. Now is the time to bathe in the light of renewal, attainment, and personal triumph!
OH YEA! My life is in such a good place right now! The Book is at the printers, it;s getting easier to stay on the positivity wagon, and my contract just arrive for my job at the Parks. Definitely time to enjoy all the positives in life right now.
FUTURE Seven of Bows -Clearance- Change is coming, more change. Life is constantly changing, giving birth to new ideas, new ways of being and doing, new friends and many other possibilities. Change is hard if we allow it to be, but by allowing the change to take place as a prt of everyday life, and knowing that new and wonderful things are to come, By letting go of the old with reverence for what it gave us and gratitude, we can ease the change and prepare for the new with a welcoming heart!
Ok, I will admit this makes me a little nervous, but also kind of excited. What is waiting around that next corner. There has been so much awesomeness in life that it can only be part of that continued forward momentum. Wow...
And I have added an author page to facebook, how cool is that?
So this is how my day has begun, the sun is starting to shine, the flurries are still lazily drifting around, and it may get warm enough to play on the snowshoes, we will see.
May everyone have a wonderful day! Bright Blessings to all.
The sky is gray and there are flurries floating around rather lazily this morning. It is a quiet day right now, a time for reflection. So I pulled out the Tarot this morning to see where I am at right now. I got The Journey, The World Tree, and the Seven of Bows-Clearance. how oddly appropriate the cards were, as I flipped each one over I couldn't help but think. "I should have known". so let's explore them alittle...
PAST The Journey- time to face the inevitable, to let the bones be laid bare, to face the deepest aspects of your fears and desires.Do not fear Change! It is a clearing of the past a letting go, so there is room for new growth and new ideas in your life.
There has been a lot of letting go here recently. I am letting go of and working daily on letting go of ... fear, control, and past hurt. I got lost for a while in all of this and the struggle to get through the day was overwhelming. With the help of a good friend (Sabrina) we are trying to keep each other on the "Positivity Wagon" We both slip from time to time but usually a message or a visit gets things back on track.
PRESENT The World Tree - The Universe and all it's blessings are available to anyone who seeks with a with a sincere heart, it;s knowledge and wisdom. Mo matter where the road has been or where it is going, if we keep searching, it is there. Now is the time to bathe in the light of renewal, attainment, and personal triumph!
OH YEA! My life is in such a good place right now! The Book is at the printers, it;s getting easier to stay on the positivity wagon, and my contract just arrive for my job at the Parks. Definitely time to enjoy all the positives in life right now.
FUTURE Seven of Bows -Clearance- Change is coming, more change. Life is constantly changing, giving birth to new ideas, new ways of being and doing, new friends and many other possibilities. Change is hard if we allow it to be, but by allowing the change to take place as a prt of everyday life, and knowing that new and wonderful things are to come, By letting go of the old with reverence for what it gave us and gratitude, we can ease the change and prepare for the new with a welcoming heart!
Ok, I will admit this makes me a little nervous, but also kind of excited. What is waiting around that next corner. There has been so much awesomeness in life that it can only be part of that continued forward momentum. Wow...
And I have added an author page to facebook, how cool is that?
So this is how my day has begun, the sun is starting to shine, the flurries are still lazily drifting around, and it may get warm enough to play on the snowshoes, we will see.
May everyone have a wonderful day! Bright Blessings to all.
Thursday, March 1, 2012
3/1/2012
Ahh, the first of March and it is roaring like a lion out there. In here we are all snug and warm, a quiet day of house work and contemplation. Signed off on the cover and the galleys for the book yesterday, should be in production in 3 days and in print by the end of the Month. WOW! the excitement here is building. I am a little nervous and SO excited all at the same time! Life has definitely shifted in a new direction for me. And this is not a bad thing, but it is a little out of my comfort zone. The funny thing is I feel ready for it. Like It is time to spread my wings and soar.
I was thinking about all the changes coming my way... where am I going next. I know that there is more to be written although I haven't found what yet. I Idea of some type of classes has crossed my mind a couple of times. Finding a way to share knowledge. Not just my own but others as well. I don't know just rambling a bit, I guess.
I was thinking about all the changes coming my way... where am I going next. I know that there is more to be written although I haven't found what yet. I Idea of some type of classes has crossed my mind a couple of times. Finding a way to share knowledge. Not just my own but others as well. I don't know just rambling a bit, I guess.
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