Intention, Intention, Intention

What is intention?  Who decides intention?  Is intention even real?  Well today I want to explore this very deep topic, and in the course of events, hopefully shed some light on a topic that has confused people for years, and years, and years.  

Let me start out with a very simple analogy:  every person has dreams.  Thoughts of what if, ideas that bring joy and happiness.  Dreams come in all shapes and sizes.  Dreams are often thought of as just ideas, simple visions, hopes.  No matter what size a dream may be, there is a purpose behind each of them.  The first thing to do is to realize that dreams are so much more than just a thought.  In many cases dreams are there to lead you to a specific path in your life.  Now just to put to rest what some are thinking, we all have crazy dreams from time to time.  Having Super Powers to fly around and save humanity.  Driving down a highway in a car and the car turns into a soup can.  We could take this to the level of lunacy, but just for a moment let's bring it back to reality and say that dreams are stepping stones to our destiny.  The question that comes to mind is what do dreaming and setting an intention have in common?  Let's delve into this and see if we can't bring some clarity.

Intention is believing that things we desire will in fact come into existence.  Intention is stepping out into something even when those around us think we have gone insane and lost our minds.  It has been suggested by numerous people that manifesting our desires, setting the intention of what we desire, is nothing more than a mental exercise. In this I couldn't agree more.  The reason individuals can never manifest what they desire is because they can't believe they can actually have what they desire.  They have not been able to grasp that they should have what they desire, maybe because of their level of worthiness.  Please trust me when I say that one's worthiness is never predicated upon what someone else thinks.  Setting the intention for something is nothing more than an extension of something you have dreamt about.  As the picture for today's blog shows, Dream, plan, act.  Well setting the intention is nothing more than dreaming it, setting up a plan, and finally acting on that plan.  Without an intent there can be no action, and if there is not action there will never be an outcome, at least the outcome you are looking for.

How many times have you been having a conversation with someone and they will make the comment "Oh I wish"?  How often have you thought of something, and in thinking this simple thought it takes you to a place of "what if"?  Each of these examples are nothing more than dreams.  Dreams of what could be. Dreams of what one desires.  Dreams of accomplishment, success, happiness, and joy.  Each dream as I've said previously is a stepping stone to your true destiny.  Each dream no matter how small is nothing more than a start, an idea, a feeling.  Each dream, an imaginary thought, is there to move you somewhere.  Too many times we discount these small, yet meaningful ideas, as merely a passing thought, when in actuality they are guidepost to our destiny.  

Dreaming, planning, acting is all a part of intention.  Setting the intention is nothing more than adding belief to a dream, feeling the conclusion of the dream, knowing that this dream is intended for you, as there truly is a purpose behind every dream, whether you believe it, or even realize it.  So many dreams die an early death because people never set the intention.  Dreams die because individuals never set a plan, and even if they do plan it out, never set activities in motion to add action to a plan.  You cannot set an intention without putting in the effort to either work toward a goal, or as a minimum open yourself up to receive a blessing in the form of a miracle.  Maybe I'll write about miracles at a later date, suffice it to say we stop any flow of the miraculous because once again the topic of worthiness comes in.  But I digress.  Setting intentions is so important because it really is the first step after realizing you have a goal.  It is the first step after a dream.  It is the most important step as intention is your acceptance that you indeed have an idea, a dream, a desire.  

Intention isn't something that can ever be discounted.  Intention is critical if one is ever going to fully embrace the journey to destiny.  Intention in its simplest terms is the building block to almost any activity.  Does anyone ever set out on a task asking to fail?  Do you think that the dreams you have are simply there to entertain?  Do you really think that these ideas you have are simply there to amuse you?  That's not how things operate in the perfection of the universe.  We have been given dreams, ideas, desires, because there is something we are supposed to do with them.  The Creator of the Universe does not put a dream or desire in you simply to laugh at you because you are stupid enough to believe it is for you. We need to accept certain truths, and one of those truths is that dreams come to us because we are supposed to take action on them.  Dreams are signals of blessings, blessings meant for good, and not harm.

When we set the intention for anything we must have faith.  I know that many people have struggled with the topic of faith as of late, but struggles often bring clarity, and it is this clarity that will open up your ability to walk in faith, and thereby with much confidence set the intention to either receive, or walk in your dreams.  Nothing in life comes to us without a cost.  Now many see the word "cost" as a punishment or as a limiter. What I mean by cost is that it comes with required action on your part.  Taking action on a dream.  Moving forward with plans and goals.  Once again nothing comes to us without effort on our part, even if it's minimal action.  When we set an intention we are saying we believe in the dream.  When we set the intention we are accepting the goodness that comes from a dream.  When we set the intention we are acknowledging our worthiness to receive all manner of good in life.  

Intention, intention, intention, dreams, dreams, dreams.  Take the first step and believe.  Believe you have dreams for a reason, and then set the intention that each dream is meant for you. When we accept certain things in life, certain things happen.  We are so blessed to have a vivid imagination, and that imagination has brought forth some pretty incredible things in this world.  No matter what you see, it all began with a single thought, or in some cases a simple dream.  It is time to dream, big or small, simply dream.

 

Blessings are there for the taking.

We are about to enter into the most festive time of the year, that wonderful timeline between Thanksgiving and Christmas.  It is by far my favorite time of the year, and this year is extra special as this has been a year filled with so many differences, but those differences have indeed come disguised as blessings.  What I want to do today is bring to the forefront all those things that may have taken place this year, and even in the midst of despair, we should look at them as blessings, and just how important each of them are in regards to our growth and movement forward in the evolution process of our accession. 

Blessings are truly in the eyes of the beholder, and how we see blessings is dependent on how you see life.  If you're a glass is half empty type of person, then what should be a blessing to you is most likely going to be viewed as a deterrent to happiness.  If on the other hand you are the half full type of person, then almost any situation that arises is going to be seen as a learning opportunity, and thus a blessing often in disguise.  Want to guess what side of the coin I think you should be on?

As we enter into the full holiday season we often reflect on those things we are deeply thankful for, and in doing so we position ourselves to receive the full measure of those blessings.  Too often we settle for less when in fact what we go through is to bring us to a fuller understanding of how wonderful life is, and the significance of what is being laid in front of us to experience and grow through.  There's no doubt that many have gone through some trying times this past year, but if one will take a moment and see through the turmoil, the fear, the anxiety of life, one will see the purpose behind all things, and the wonder that will come from learning from each experience.  

I have been through some very difficult situations this past year, none of which I would wish for anyone else.  Through these events I have been forced to look at who I am, what I am, and why what I have learned is so important for this next phase of life.  When one decides to negate these lessons, then one sets themselves onto a path of having to repeat certain events until the lesson that was set in motion is fully learned.  I for one have learned to not repeat situations, thus eliminating much stress, confusion, and ultimately make life a little easier to navigate.  My blessings have come in the form of recognizing my strengths, in understanding my gifts, and the reason I have been blessed with my abilities.  I've often asked for guidance when I sit down to write.  My style of writing is more like a conversation over the kitchen table.  I see other authors who have a far more eloquent way of presenting ideas, but I am what I am, and how I present things, maybe in a simple nature, is how I present what I am directed to present.  Too often we try to measure our gift against others, and let me tell you that doing this is nothing more than diminishing what has been placed in you to do.  We each have our own calling, and that calling was placed in you because you are equipped to do what needs to be done.  Walk in you gifts, and grow in your gifting.  Trust me, doors will open at the appointed time, and what you have been charged to accomplish will come to pass.

Often in life we are challenged, but these challenges are nothing more than opportunities of blessings, and as I've said blessings are there for the taking if you will accept them, and realize the reason behind each of them.  This coming week we celebrate Thanksgiving.  It is a day to reflect on what we have, who we are, and really why we are here.  Sadly there are many people who will have trouble finding even a single thing to be thankful for this year.  Situations, circumstances, events, all playing into a dismal outlook of life, negating all the positive that should come from every situation, circumstance, or event.  Our failure to see the good in all things is what makes being thankful an almost impossible task, but being thankful for life, being thankful for life lessons, being thankful for you, now that is what we need to be doing, and we need to embrace thankfulness in all that we do, and all that we are.

Allow me to challenge you for a moment.  Even little inconsequential things are things we can be thankful for.  Maybe you had time for that steaming hot cup of coffee this morning.  Maybe your favorite football team had a huge victory.  Maybe, just maybe, that kiss from your fur baby this morning was nothing more than a touch from your Angel showing how loved you are.  Little blessings add up to a life full of blessing, and a life full of blessings is what everyone should be after, should be hoping for, and should ultimately be thankful for.  Great, great gifts often come to us in tiny packages, but no matter the size of the gift, they are always intended to bless.  Answer this simple question: when you give a gift to someone, a gift inspired by love, is it your intention to bless them, or bring them down?  The answer to this question is pretty simple.  So why if your intention is to bless others by giving a small gift, why would any gift given to you be any different?  Our blessings are there to show us that we are worthy of blessings, and the sooner we can realize we are worthy, the sooner we can open ourselves up for even more blessings.  

People who appear to be void of blessings are probably those very same people who feel they are not worthy of any goodness in their life.  Worthiness is not bought, it is not earned, it just is.  We are all worthy of blessings, and the sooner you can accept this truth, the sooner you can walk in each blessing, embrace each blessing, and extend blessings to others who desperately need what you have to offer.  Life is about sharing, life is about caring, life is about loving others, and walking in your calling.  You have been blessed to have been chosen to bless others, and once you accept this, wow let me tell you, your life will turn around in a mighty way.  

As we enter this Week of Thanksgiving turn your thoughts onto all that you have been brought through this past year, and see the purpose behind everything you have gone through, learned from, and most assuredly have grown through.  I dare say that no one is the same today as they were yesterday, last week, last month, or last year.  We have grown because we have been open to the lessons we were intended to learn, and we accepted these lessons as part of our mission here on earth.  Once you learn to accept all that life desires to bless you with, the sooner you can grasp the importance of the blessings being presented to you, the sooner you will discover your destiny, and walk in that destiny.  

It is time to embrace each blessing.  It is time to be thankful for each lesson.  It is time to walk in those things that were placed in you to bless the rest of humanity.  When we discover our blessings, when we accept them we position ourselves to offer the very same thing to others.  The world needs you to accept all your blessings, for only then can you truly be a blessing to others.  I leave you light, love, peace, joy, and happiness.  It is time to show thanks for all we have, all we are, and all that we will be doing to move this planet forward.

 

From any Great Battle, a Hero arises.

 A Hero can come in many shapes and sizes.  They are different ages, different nationalities, different walks of life, but the one thing they have in common is that they put the interest of others above their own.  Many people have met a hero.  Many people have celebrated heroes.  There are specific days of the year that various Nations around the World will celebrate those who have come before and have become a hero to others.  What I'd like to do today is provide some insight into what a Hero really is, and why we are all heroes in our own way.  

Just as all heroes come in many shapes and sizes, so do the battles, or the events that have catapulted certain people to Hero status.  In truth the size of the battle is not nearly as important as is the action taken by the hero in that moment when action was required.  We've heard of people who have taken almost Super Human actions to help someone in dire straights.  But what about the simple actions of a smile, a cheerful hello and how ya doin, that could possibly change a life?  Is there any distinction between this simple action and those who may have carried out heroic acts on the battle field?  

So many have been through battles, and I dare say that not one of them would not have given everything they owned to have that hero present to either pull them out or up out of the quick sand they felt they were in.  No one is ever going to go through life without the need of assistance in some fashion or form.  Certainly there are those who feel that they can do it all by themselves, but let me ask you this:  had that person who felt they were indestructible, who felt they had to do it all by themselves, had they allowed someone to come in and offer assistance, could what they have accomplished been that much better had they allowed the help in?  I'm not here to point fingers or to accuse, I'm here to say that we all need assistance even if it is just that smile from the neighbor across the street as you drive off to work in the morning.  

We celebrate Veteran's Day on the 11th of November each year to mark the end of World War I at 11:11 in the morning.  We remember the sacrifice that so many made, and for the sacrifice many are making now to keep our Nation strong, safe, and free.  Many heroes have come from these battles, and many heroes have taken heroic action, yet nothing written or annotated about them.  Some of the bravest actions have taken place out of the limelight, away from on lookers, in the background, but to those who were the recipients of said action, they only see the hero.  Each person has been someone else's hero and may never even know how their actions, their kind words, may have changed or altered a life for the better.  The definition of hero is a person who is admired or idealized for courage, outstanding achievements, or noble qualities.  In mythology a hero is a person of superhuman qualities, with a semi divine origin, and whose actions are often depicted in many myths about the times.  We often over look those heroes who walk amongst us each day, as they may not display Divine Origins, or Superhuman Strengths.  Those subtle heroes who seek not the limelight, rather remain behind the scenes simply being themselves, and doing what they do best.  

We each have within ourselves those Superhuman Strengths written about, and handed down from generation to generation from mythological times.  Each person has unlimited love, although not always shared with others or even displayed.  Each person has joy, once again not always shared, displayed, and sadly not always recognized by the individual.  Every single person is a hero, and while some might think that this could or would diminish the remembrance of those who have indeed displayed heroic actions on the field of battle, it neither diminishes or negates those actions, by equating the simple heroic act of sharing your love with another as an equal act of heroism.  

Our World needs heroes.  Our world needs leaders.  However, many heroes have never been leaders, and sadly many so called leaders are anything but heroes.  Being a true Hero is nothing more than giving the best of who you are to another without the slightest need for any type of repayment or even thanks.  When we give freely we open ourselves up for a reward that is greater than anything you could ever imagine.  Freely giving your love to another is an act of heroism.  Many of those who we remember on this 11th Day of November gave the ultimate sacrifice for something they loved, cherished, and defended til their final breath.  We can never forget that sacrifice, nor the love that motivated them to do what they did for another person. or for the country they loved so deeply.

I was so honored and blessed to have served our Nation in the United States Air Force.  My service was not to glorify myself, it was because I owed my service to this country because so many before me sacrificed their lives for the freedoms we enjoy every day.  Even after nearly 30 years of Retirement I would still go back tomorrow if asked to do so, and I would serve without a demand for glory or thanks.  

Each hero today is worthy of our respect, and each person has displayed characteristics of heroism at some time or another, whether recognized or not.  Please take a moment and look back on those times when you did because you wanted to, and not because it was expected.  Look back on those times when you gave the very best of who you are so that others could experience a bit of joy, peace, or happiness in their life.  In those times you were a hero, and for those times I thank you from the bottom of my heart.  

Large or small, short or tall, thick or thin, it matters not, as once again heroes come in all shapes and sizes, but the constant, the unchanging characteristic in all heroes is that heart of giving.  Giving once again, not looking to be paid back.  I want to thank each hero who has been present in my life for all they have given to me, sacrificed for me, and for the freedoms I enjoy now because they gave.  We love because we were loved.  We are joyful because one gave us joy.  Each person who gave you love and joy is a hero.  You are a hero because you have given to others, even when giving may not have been easy, or convenient, or even when things were going bad, but their bad was worse than yours.  We are all heroes in our own right and today I honor you because you did what you did not have to do, but chose to do.    

We remember our Soldiers, Sailors, Marines, and Airmen today, and we are committed to never do things that would diminish their sacrifice or service to our great Nation.  I salute each of you, because through it all you are a hero, and I pray that you continue to give the best of who you are to others so that they can become or remain the best they are.  I leave each of you love, light, peace, joy, and happiness.

Let's take a Little Journey.

There's a saying that speaks of the Journey of a Thousand Miles beginning with the very first step.  I've written about life being a journey of discovery, and part of that discovery can come at any time, not always when we desire it, but always when we need it.  What I want to do today is provide you some of my insight into this journey, and why some things happen that we often never expect, nor did we ever ask for, but what we have always needed for our own journey of discovery.

First and foremost, time is an illusion, and if one believes in destiny, then one must also believe that they will fulfill that destiny during their existence on this planet.  Now some will have much time to complete, while others seem to be here for a mere whisper, no matter the length of time you are here in this bodily form, you will complete what you were sent here to do.  I've often been asked during one of my seminars or lectures how does one know if they have completed what they were sent here to do?  The answer is quite simple, and to give you a specific, if you are reading this Week's Blog you have not completed your task yet.  Only when you take your final breath in this human experience can you know, or others around you know, that you have completed all that you were intended to do.  Many people who are approaching an end to life will question what they have done in life, and many feel a sense of incompleteness, that they are leaving not having done all they desired to do.  This is fairly common, but in the perfection of the Universe and the Creator of the Universe, one who is about to leap into their next adventure has completed all that was meant to be done.

We must keep in mind that there are no coincidences when it comes to life.  Certainly there are times when we will say that "isn't that a coincidence", but in actuality everything happens in the perfection of the Universe.  Many get tired of me talking about the perfection of the Universe, but truth be told, it is what it is.  Whether one believes in a Divine Creator, one we call God, Father, Source, does not change the fact that something put all that is around us into existence.  I've said many times in the past that we were created to create.  We were born to do amazing things, but those amazing things can not, and should not be measured by the standards that so many people operate under.  Far too many people view success by what they have accumulated in life.  The big house, a fancy car, or that ever expanding bank account.  These are just things, and as one has always said when you die you certainly are not going to be taking it with you.  Success is nothing more than seeking and discovering your destiny, no matter what activity comes from it.  The life you changed by simply being kind to them in a time of need is no different than changing the face of an entire continent.  When we measure our success by what we have, or what we do, that is nothing more than being controlled by EGO.  That statement may irritate some, but let's be honest, the ego is not something we want controlling what we do.  Too many bad and rotten things come from the ego, and I for one do not desire that operating in my life.  The sooner one can rid themselves of ego control the sooner they can complete their mission here in this life time, and the sooner they can move on to do something else as an eternal creation.  

I want to paint for you a mental picture, and in doing so hopefully provide you some encouragement, and with that encouragement push you along in your journey just a bit.  For just a moment I want you to think about going on the vacation trip of your dreams. We can forget about all the pre-work that goes into the planning and implementation of a vacation, as that tends to be stressful at times.  What I want you to think about is you're just about to board the Cruise Ship, or the airplane is taxing down the runway.  At this point you are thinking about the journey and all the fun you are anticipating.  I'm hoping that not many are thinking about what could or what might go wrong during your adventure.  Always thinking that something is going to go wrong is nothing more than an invitation for things to go wrong.  Hopefully you are excited, joyful, and looking forward to relaxation, rest, and fun.  Now the big question: how many of you look at your life in this same manner, each day that you wake up?  Are you looking for anything that can go wrong, or are you looking for excitement, joy, rest, and fun?  How we look at life is often going to be the end result of our life.

Life was never intended to be a drain.  Life was meant to be enjoyed, lived to the fullest, and leave with zero regrets.  Sadly there are many who fear death, who feel as though they have left many things undone. Keep in mind, when ones time is up, it is up because all that needed to be accomplished has been accomplished.  We will never add one second to our life, when it's time to depart, it is time to depart.  Loosing a loved one is never easy, but that is because we don't fully understand what comes to those who are about to exit these mortal coils.  Life is a journey of discovery for sure, and it is my hope that each of you embrace each discovery, and grow with each lesson, even if that lesson came from a less than perfect experience.  The joy of learning is something we attribute to school lessons.  We may ace that math test in Grade School, we may score excessively well on a College Entry Exam, but learning is so much more than that.  Learning is coming to an understanding of your vast power, your unique abilities, your beauty, and your immortal spirit.  

Life's Journey's should never be looked at as only a challenge, but rather an opportunity.  An opportunity to release to the rest of humanity all that you have to offer.  It is your task to impart into others all your goodness, your perfection, and ultimately that which is the best part of you.  We are not on this planet simply to take up space, we are here to change humanity.  Your journey is unique to you and you alone.  Certainly there may be some similarities to what others have gone through or experienced, but no one can walk in your shoes, and no one has been tasked with completing the things you have been chosen to complete.  Rest assured you will have all you need to complete your task, and you will know what to do when the time comes.  

Many people will sadly ignore their calling, many will walk away from their mission, but to those who chose to accept all that they have been called to do, oh the beauty of life.  When you know that you have a destiny, when you choose to walk in that destiny, then each day will bring the joy, the rest, the fun.  It's not always easy to get to this place, as the world is loaded with path blockers. but to the one who choses not to give up, to them comes the great reward.  Our journey is a wonderful thing, and when one accepts this path, then and only then can you begin to live the life you were always intended to live.  I encourage you to take a step back, look at where you are, where you desire to go, and realize that each thing in life is indeed in the perfection of your design, in you being here.  

I leave you with this, and I hope you will take it to heart.  In time we continue to seek, but if one can forego the concept of time as we know it, and instead look at destiny, it will no longer be a seeking, but a doing.  You will complete your mission.  You will see your purpose.  When seeking becomes knowing all things change. When seeking becomes knowing then your power is released.  When seeking becomes knowing creation explodes and the impossible becomes the probable.  I leave you love, light, peace, joy, and happiness, and abundant life.

 

I told you so!!

 I've said so many times in the past that the day will come when everyone will be woken up to the truth. The day will come when all living creatures will come to an understanding of the significance of their creation.  Well I do believe we are fast approaching that time when the masses will awaken, when they will finally discover what has been known since the beginning of time. Today my simple task is to provide each of you a little encouragement, a small amount of reassurance, and maybe a smidgen of insight.  What you ultimately do with this information is entirely up to you, but it is my hope that you take it to heart, that you ponder it, and more importantly, that you simply hold on to it.  

We have been going through some trying times recently, and in my opinion it's time to open up the gates of blessings to one and all, and part of that blessing is coming to a full understanding of your true worth, your true nature, and the reason you were placed here on this planet in this particular time period.  Please allow me today to provide some encouragement, maybe just a bit of direction, and in doing so provide you with some ammunition to fight off those forces who would simply like to destroy you.

Recently the topic of being chosen for something big has been thrust out into the world.  I agree, and I also see many who have been chosen but they have yet to pick up on this very important, very special call to duty.  Now there are many reasons for one's refusal to pick up on this very special assignment, but let me make this impassioned plea to request that you reconsider your decision to simply ignore the signs, and instead embrace what you have been called to do.  One can be called, but one must choose to accept that calling, and this is what I want each of you to look at.  There are times in life when we come to a crossroad.  There is a point in time when one must decide what direction to go, and ultimately decide how they are going to accomplish certain things in life.  I doubt that this crossroad is the first you have ever experienced, but dare say I, it may be the most important you have ever encountered, and the decisions you make, the direction you choose to go, will have ramifications for a very long time. 

So what are some of the things I have told you previously?  Number One:  You were created to create.  We as humans are divinely embodied with unlimited power. Sadly, we have been conditioned to believe otherwise.  Suffice it to say, there is nothing out of our reach, as our reach is unlimited.  Soon, very, very soon, eyes will be opened to this ability, and then everyone will off to the races so to speak.  Number Two: I told you that you are Spirit first and foremost.  If the true makeup of your existence is Spirit based, then common sense dictates that we should operate spiritually, and part of that operation is listening to the Spirit that created us.  Why is it so difficult to believe that God speaks to us?  If you have a conversation with the Creator of the Universe, and acknowledge that conversation,  most people will look at you like you have two heads.  Those things that people do not understand, or that people have yet to experience, they tend to nullify or discount.  Hey, if you want to disregard the greatest power in the Universe, I guess that is your option, but it probably is not going to be in your best interest.  Number Three:  We are not only Spiritual Beings, we are Eternal Spiritual Beings.  What does this mean?  It means we have always been, and will always be.  If we have always been and will always be, then does it not make sense that we will accomplish those things we were sent here to do?  Now you may not be aware of all that you have been created to do, trust me, at some point in time it will be revealed to you.  Just know that you have a purpose.  I've had people ask me time and time again how I can be so sure that each person has a purpose? Think about it, does it make sense to have a creation that is unlimited in power, will never cease to exist, that does not have a purpose?  It kind of defies logic wouldn't you say?

Why am I talking about this today?  There are so, so many people languishing in hopelessness.  There are people who feel that life has passed them by, and that they have somehow been forgotten.  If one is in this place, then I can assure you that they do not see themselves for who they truly are.  The time has come to open up and realize that there is so much more to you than you have been made to believe.  I see so many people who are holding on for dear life, grasping for that life raft.  There could be a life raft right in front of you, but if you don't know how to climb aboard how is it going to benefit you?  I know this may come across as crazy talk to you, but the honest truth is that you have every answer, to every question, already inside of you.  Problem most people have yet to figure out how to hear the answer to your questions.  Your Spirit is unlimited.  It has within it every knowledge of every experience you have had.  Within your Spirit you have answers to every question.  How could anything that has been around forever, not have a memory of everything that has happened forever?  I know this is going to boggle many minds out there, but that's the main problem.  We try to solve every issue with our limited mind, and not with our unlimited Spirit.  Think about that!!

Let me end with this:  we must choose in life what we are going to believe.  We must choose what path we are going to go down.  We must chose life or death.  In times of stress, in times of fear or anxiety, we tend to go back to that which we know.  The saddest part of going to back to what we know, or what we think we know, is that the thing we think we know is not truth.  Once again the truth about you is that you are unlimited, powerful, creative, and most importantly, immortal.  When you can embrace this truth, when you can say with assurance that this is you, the real you, then you will be on your way to experiencing life the way it was always intended to be.   Ask yourself this question:  why is life so tough?  Why are there so many challenges each day?  To the degree that you have been created to do great and mighty things, that is the degree of challenge you will face in life.  Until such time as you recognize that you have all that you need to overcome these challenges, these challenges will always seem larger than life.  I encourage you to think more of yourself, even if thinking more of yourself is counter to what others have said you need to act like. Remember we have been conditioned to believe we are limited, and I can assure you, you are anything but limited.  

I leave you love, peace, happiness, and joy.  We are about to be launched into a new world, and know that you are uniquely equipped to do all that needs to be done for those who need it.  You have been called, chosen, and now it is your time to step out into your new position of power.

It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year!!

 I think it's time to celebrate.  Yea, I really think it's time to kick up our heels, and let em' rip, let's bring down the house.  I might goes as far as suggesting that we just say to hell with all the mandatory things that many want us to do, and we simply take that mental health day and just do something fun, something we've thought about doing, something that will put a smile on our face, and that smile will last for days.  Anyone with me?  I guess many might be wondering why I am suggestion this day of celebration.  Well, truth be told,  many have just come through some trials.  Many have been fighting the good fight for what seems like a lifetime.  I just feel it's time to enjoy life for a bit, and see things as they truly were meant to be, and not how things might be portrayed in the press, on television, or any other media out there.

We have so much to be thankful for, and there are times that we just need a little reminder of this.  No one that I know is immune to struggles.  Some of these struggles are quite small, others are enormous.  Some are able to handle them, others seem to be pushed down with no ability to escape them.  What I want to do today is simply give you something to celebrate, provide a glimpse into what awaits each of us, and in this picture give you reason to celebrate.

When is the last time you had a celebration?  Even more importantly, when is the last time you celebrated you being you?  When was the last time you said thank you for where you are right now?  I get there are situations out there that tend to stop any celebration.  When one is ass deep in daily grinds, it is almost impossible to think about celebrating anything.  Society is full of things to be fearful of.  World events have people worried about escalating events leading to a total collapse of society, and the end to life as we know it.  Let's be real, hard to celebrate when we are focused on the end of the world.  Problem is, we are focused on the wrong thing, and until we get our eyes off of all the stuff they want us focused on, we will never focus on those things we should be thinking about.  What are those things we should be focused on?  Here's the simple answer:  they are the same things we should be celebrating.  

Why are people not celebrating their own uniqueness?  Why are people not celebrating their perfection?  Why are people not celebrating the fact that there is nothing more powerful than their own words, feelings, and thoughts?  I've written about our unique abilities numerous times in the past, but maybe this is another opportunity to bring them back to your remembrance, and in doing so help change the way you see things.  If you think you are nothing more than a human, talking up space on this planet, only scraping by until your time is up, then you are going to want to hear what I am about to tell you.  The time has come for you to celebrate the fact that your creation was not by chance.  You being here in this moment was known since the beginning of time.  Your power is unlimited.  The only reason you don't stand in this power is because the world has tried to stifle the knowledge about it since the moment of your birth.  If I were to offer you unlimited riches, unlimited knowledge, immortal health, would you accept this gift? Sadly, many have been conditioned to believe that such splendor is reserved only for certain people, and they are not one of them.  Well let me assure you, you are one of the "certain people", and the sooner you come to realization of this the sooner you can take your rightful place, and the sooner your celebration can begin.

I want you to think about this: we've all been told that we need to celebrate life.  Now most of the time this statement is attributed to the unborn.  No doubt that needs to be celebrated, but what about celebrating your life?  When is the last time, if ever, you have celebrated you?  When have you put value on you?  I'm here to tell you that once you begin to see your value, your beauty, your profound impact on this planet, then you will begin to see all kinds of reasons to celebrate, and that celebration should be day in and day out.  Sandi Patti and Larnelle Harris sing a song called "More than Wonderful", old song, and I'm showing my age, but a song that has impact.  Most of the time when I hear a song I place myself into the song, and I proclaim that I am what the song is about.  I am Wonderful.  I am beautiful, powerful, a creation of such splendor words cannot describe.  If you do not see yourself this way, is it any wonder why the trials of this life get you down, make you want to give up, question why you are here?  The sad truth is that most people do not see themselves in this light, and then wonder why life has thrown them into a tail spin. My dear, dear friends, the time has come to celebrate your greatness.  The time has come to celebrate and own just who and what you are.  The time has come to stand up and step into all those things that were always meant for you, but have been robbed from you from those who could care less whether you live or die.

It is indeed a great day to celebrate.  Celebrate the fact that we are victorious.  Celebrate that we have been placed here and chosen to be a part of the greatest awakening the world has ever seen.  I fully understand struggle, maybe better than most, but my struggles are nothing in comparison to my victories. I have within me unlimited power to create.  I have in me knowledge that will change the world.  I have in me love, compassion, joy, and happiness, and there is no end to any of them.  Now if this is not something to celebrate, I'm not sure what to say to you.  Take a few minutes and see if these words don't resonate with you.  If they do speak to you then embrace them, own them, wear them, and get off your butts and start celebrating.  

We have been challenged, we have been scoffed at, ridiculed and laughed at because of our beliefs.  I wear that as a Badge of Honor, and I encourage each of you to place that badge right smack dab in the middle of your being, and wear it proudly.  When we accept our calling, when we accept the reason for our creation, when we accept all that is already in us, then we will take the city by storm, and change will come not only to those around us, but to humanity as a whole.  We live in thrilling times, as this is the time for you to come out of your shell, and dawn the beauty of your existence, and show others just what true beauty looks like, what true power can do, and what absolute love can mean to the rest of this planet.  I encourage you to think on these things, take them to heart, and once and for all celebrate all that you are, for what you are is more than enough. I leave you peace, love, happiness, and joy, and I know it will fill you to overflowing.

The Truth about Love.

The truth of the matter is that Love never fails. Whether it be the absolute love we have for others, or the love that we should have for ourselves, love does not fail.  We as humans fail, but true love, the love that was placed inside of us when we were created cannot fail.  What I want to do today is bring to the forefront of your mind just how important love is, and why love needs to be at the center of everything you do in this life.  

I have spent the better part of my life chasing love.  I have looked hither and yon for it.  There were times that I thought I had found true love, and there were times when I realized that what I thought was love was really something completely different.  It wasn't until I spent some time getting to know the real me that I was able to love me, and I mean really love me, that I was able to understand the importance of love, and what part it was playing in my life.  One of the most simple truths in life is that when one is void of love, individuals will attempt to fill the void with other things that in the end serve no real purpose.  If we delve into the topic of love we will find why it is so essential to every aspect of our life, and why in the absence of love, one will never obtain that place they so earnestly seek out.

I was sitting with my two dogs yesterday.  These two beautiful Spirit Beings have shared their unconditional love with me, and have taught me unconditional love.  Like most dogs there are times when they do things you wish they wouldn't, but when I look into their eyes, I realize that there is no malice in them.  How can I get angry with them when their intent was not evil?  Most of the time when I get angry it's simply because there is an issue I am dealing with.  How wonderful would life be if we operated this way with everyone we come in contact with?  What if instead of finding fault with everyone we simply looked at them the same way my dogs look at me when I come home from work?  What if we loved everyone unconditionally and gave them the benefit of the doubt when something went wrong?  I see so many people who jump to conclusions about every situation only to find out later on that they were the ones in the wrong.  

Is it possible to imagine a world where every single soul was driven by love?  Can you think of anything that would stand in the way of greatness if everyone were to operate out of unconditional love?  I get that many people feel this is an impossibility, but only because they are the ones who are not walking in unconditional love.  I guess the question I have to ask is walking in unconditional love even possible in the times that we are living right now?  Current situations in the world would say no.  There are wars going on right now, and the main reason is that they have pitted themselves against differing political and religious beliefs.  Let me be brutally frank:  politics and religion very rarely operate in love. Certainly people will claim they are operating out of love, but the results would say otherwise.  I'm not here to beat anyone up, what I am trying to do is get you as an individual to look at love, operate in love, live in love, see in love, and maybe just maybe it will bring results to those around who have opted for a different solution in life.  

Those that know me know me to be a love nerd.  I can watch a Hallmark Christmas movie and nine times out of ten I am crying like a baby at the end because it touches my heart.  My compassion for hurt or abused animals is off the scale.  My desire to help the underdog, those individuals who have been written off,  is what drives me.  The reason?  Well that's simple to answer.  I love life, I love who I am, and my desire is that everyone on this planet would operate the same way.  I despise injustice, and those individuals who attempt to control others, void of anything even remotely close to love, well let's just say there is a special place in the afterlife for these low lives.  I make no apologies for loving everyone.  Have I always been successful in walking in this? No, just being honest.  With that being said, I may have failed in the past, but each day is new, and with each new day I am able to display love, live love, and hopefully transfer love to others.  The question I have for you is this: do you believe?  Do you believe that love can heal all wounds?  Do you believe that love can conquer all?  Do you believe that love, fully received by you, can be given back to every living creature?  

There is a reason that love is so important in life.  We were created by love, because of love, and without regard to what others have displayed previously, love needs to be the driving force in everything we do.  Those individuals who have a hard time with love, meaning treating everyone with compassion and love, are the ones who have either never experienced true love, or who simply do not love themselves.  For those in this boat, get a dog, lol.  If you want to learn compassion, unconditional love, these four legged fur babies will certainly teach you, if you let them.  We've all dealt with angry people in the past.  If I had to make a guess I would say that this anger stems from a lack of self love.  If one cannot appreciate the greatness inside, the reason for your creation, then it is doubtful you will ever fully grasp the concept of self love, and in the absence of self love will never fully embrace love for humanity.  

Allow me to end with this, and as I try to put a beautiful bow on this gift of love, I hope you will take some time to think on these things I have presented to you today.  Love is eternal because you are eternal. Love is powerful because you are powerful.  Love is beautiful because you are beautiful.  Given the option to operate in love, or be void of love in your life, which would you choose?  One would think that the answer would be simple, and yet there are people out there who feel they don't need love.  Sorry, that is foolishness gone to seed.  We all need love.  Once again, those who are blind to love probably have little or no self love.  Love changes things.  Love creates things.  Love even in its simplest form, even in the tiniest of measure is the strongest force in the world.  When my fur babies look at me with those eyes I melt.  There is nothing I won't door them.  How great would life be if everyone we came in contact with saw us like that and desired to do anything for us?  This is the measure of love, and the measure of love is always going to be based on what you put out, but also what you are willing to receive.  I leave you peace, joy, happiness, and of course love.  Now go out there and change some lives.