Ego is a very strong thing. It's your opponent throughout your life. It causes heartache, anger, judgment, alienation and every other negative that you can think of. In order to have peace in your heart and your life, one needs to release that voice that constantly is heard in your head. The ego remembers things that happened to you and your ancestors. Ego is an energy and as you know energy affects everything. As we go about our day, the energies affect us. Things that we see and hear may trigger things that upset us, whether we know why or not. If your thoughts go to a judgment or if they go to a place of sadness, that may be part of the energy of our ancestors. Their experiences and their beliefs influence us. As these current energies are very intense and are making people uncomfortable, I ask you to take a moment to think about your level of uncomfortable. Is it really how you think and feel? Or is it a reactionary response coming from actions and words of those who came before us influencing? The things that are happening now are trying to move everyone to a higher and greater vibration. A vibration of acceptance, support, equality and love. So I have thought about a few things in my experience and what I plan to do so I can break the cycle of ego that I may hold or may be coming from my ancestors. Jokes about Ethnicity and Color - I heard Polish jokes my whole life. I always would laugh at the Polish jokes, being part of my heritage and being young I took it as oddly enough, pride. But Polack is a derogatory term and means stupid. I received an award in school as the Class Polack. I know it was given in love. I still view it as a gesture of love. But to help with a more unified loving world, I will not share Polack/Ethnic jokes that propagate a negative generalization. Now, I also heard jokes and sayings about people of color my whole life. When I got to be a teenager I did call out people and would state my disdain. I remember rhymes that were just horrid and what I fear the most about that is that if, heaven forbid, I experience dementia or some other brain failing event, these rhymes and jokes will fly out of my mouth. Why do I fear that? I fear it because I experienced those things with folks I've worked with who had dementia or strokes. They had no control over it because it was in their memory. I called out an elder recently, who doesn't have dementia, as to their words. I lovingly offered a more open minded view, trying to teach empathy. I believe I planted a seed. So to help with a more unified loving world, I will pray that my acknowledgement of these things, that have hurt so many for so long, will help heal the energies that have continued to be fed for all these years. People heal by being heard. Acknowledging a wrong is not a sign of weakness nor a sign of guilt. Acknowledging a wrong and doing what you can to stop the continuation of that wrong, no matter what it is, is silencing the ego so that love and peace can be attained. Dragonfly Release old perceptions, change is inevitable and with Dragonfly’s help you will be able to change course without fear or anger. Dragonfly is also a sign that an Angel or loved one is near assisting you at this time. Be sure to thank them! www.clipclocks.com www.heartfeltspiritualguidance.com
An incredible afternoon at the marsh. It had been a few days since my last visit. The sun very very bright. As I stood, I heard a loud crack of a tree. The breeze always blows the tops of the trees, some sing a beautiful song as they rock. I didn't think too much of the loudness. About 30minutes later another crack that kept sounding. I looked toward the sound to watch a, probably, 16" branch came down from above and crash into the water. The sound was deafening compared to the wonderful sounds of the marsh. That fall caused havoc. The panic flying started the green heron, killdeer, kingfisher and wood ducks all chattering and squawking. The cedar waxwings, fly catchers, grackles, blackbirds all flying every which way. It was quite a concert of sound and movement. The kingfisher chattered for a good 15 minutes after. I moved up from the spot I stood to get a better look at the tree. As I snapped a couple pictures I saw movement in the water, a double wave, gently rising. I grabbed my shorter lens and focused. To my surprise a snapping turtle breached! How fortunate to get that! They come up very quickly and go back under. It wasn't until I got home and reviewed the pictures that it was two snapping turtles! An intimate encounter for sure. I am very honored and grateful for that moment. Spiritually, turtle is symbolic of the way of peace, whether it’s inviting us to actively seek peace of mind or a peaceful relationship with our environment. Extending peace to our fellow man is my addition. I view this snapping turtle encounter as a sign that a new world is being created. A world more accepting, more respectful, empathetic, full of love, joy, compassion and peace. This world begins with starting afresh, releasing ego driven mind sets, forgiving, recognizing each other's struggles and validating them. All this can be ours. I'm breathing in the peace and moving forward. Like the turtle, it is a slow process, but it can be achieved. I hope you join me. So very grateful, every day, in every way for everyone and everything. www.heartfeltspiritualguidance.com www.clipclocks.com
These pictures are from the same day as the snapping turtle pictures. It was a VERY photo prosperous day! This green heron was hunting all over. Some pics aren't as good as others, but they certainly tell a story! It got its catch several times. I love the look of the green heron. So crazy unconventional! Orange legs and feet, green wings, rust color body a white stripe on the chest and it's head feathers fly up when excited to see the possibility of a meal! (I think it's me, in feathers!) The photo that it is walking on water, made me laugh. One person popped into my head knowing they will LOVE that picture and will laugh more than I. I will await their comment. :) As we are all are working on ourselves in current changes, Heron assists you as you become your true self. Heron challenges with each step forward. Walk to the beat of your "drummer" as you extend your love to all. Value their company but stay on your own life mission. I resonated a lot with the message of "Be unconventional and blossom and express yourself in your own way." Additionally, transformation doesn’t scare people away. Trust family and friends are still seeking comfort and acceptance by you just being you! Strut your ever loving self today! Love heals all! Love wins! To Love, is all one can really do. www.heartfeltspiritualguidance.com www.clipclocks.com
