As Turkey Day approaches here in the states, we are reminded of the messages of the turkey – blessings and abundance. The turkey has a long history of spiritual meanings and connection to Mother Earth. All parts of the turkey can be used, it is incredibly adaptable to food/environments and because of these traits, Benjamin Franklin wanted to use the turkey as our national symbol instead of the bald eagle. (Hmmm, not sure how the Fightin’ Turkeys sounds as a rallying cry though…)

As you enjoy Turkeys through meals or as they walk by your window, (these were walking through the front yard several weeks ago) I invite you to pause and reflect on the many blessings that have come to your life this year.

Abundance is unfolding now for you. Be open, be ready, be hopeful.

Ignore the naysayers and follow your dreams one step at a time.  Trust in yourself and an abundant universe that is always looking to lift you up.  In this trust, victory is assured even if it is not apparent at this moment…All matter of things are well, all is well.

There are times in your life when surrender is the only path to peace.  You have done all you can do and the circumstances are beyond your control.  Today, begin to surrender with meditation…

Listen to a discussion about animal guides for 2010 and if you have not already identified your guide for this year, I hope you’ll join me for a little guided meditation at the end of the podcast.  The meditation will not only relax you but connect you to your own divine support – you’ll receive real and tangible images to help guide you to your best year…

Listen to a discussion of New Year Resolutions vs. Intentions.  Explore what works best for you and make this year different – one to remember…

Please enjoy this guided meditation.  I wanted to provide you a way to quickly ground yourself and provide an easy pathway to peace no what kind of holiday kookiness is unfolding around you…Peace be with you.   

Today we are going to try a technique I call active meditation.  This technique guides you into total relaxation as we unlock your own unique gifts.  Discover real answers and support on your path to peace.  Come, let’s begin our journey… 

Learn how  to unlock your own manifesting style.  First off – let’s remember each person manifests best in their own certain way – that is – there is no right way or wrong, just your own best way, which may take a little time to figure out. Hence here are a few places to start…happy listening!

Tuesday, September 22, 2009 is the Vernal Equinox, also known as Mabon, Harvest Home, Second Harvest, and Cornucopia.  Equinoxes are times when daylight and darkness use the same number of hours in a day and are a good time to contemplate balance in our lives.

 It is time to bring in the harvest—Mother Earth gives her children nourishment and abundance to help them prepare for the winter and darkness. During this time we give thanks for the abundance that the long days and sunlight have given, we also take this moment to balance, to rest, to simply be, and prepare ourselves for winter’s slumber. 

 Maybe you are struggling to discern what abundance has come into your life.  Maybe you, like many others, have had a difficult year thus far and are not feeling very abundant.  I encourage you to look again with a different idea of abundance – abundance is not just about material rewards.  It also encompasses your emotional, spiritual and physical self. 

 Have you discovered an inner strength that has carried you through difficult days?  Are there new people in your life that have made things better?  Have you learned any new skills or attitudes that can help in the future? 

 Years ago I had a friend who hated the fall equinox.  For her it was the death of summer.  It triggered fears of ‘not enough’ and dark, dark days ahead.  As much as I sympathized with her feelings, I adore the fall.  Sweaters come back and fires are lit again.

 The shedding leaves remind me of gold falling from the sky – for me and everyone.  I love the idea of nature slipping into slumber again – to be restored and rejuvenated.  It is a time when we each can re-discover quiet hobbies again, like reading, knitting, baking, playing cards and games…

 My new podcast of a Harvest Meditation can help you discover new abundance and gifts maybe you have overlooked.  May it help you to connect to your own abundance here and now.  For long nights are coming and peace is waiting for you to step into… 

I’m not sure you can teach happiness.  It’s really a by-product of listening to your heart, laughter or of even appreciating the beauty that surrounds you each day.  I’m not going to spin some ‘Polly-anna’ nonsense that every day could be sweet bliss.  Nope, it just doesn’t work that way, but what I can promise you is most days could be happy.

 It’s about where do you put your attention.  Do you focus on what you don’t have or what you do have?  Not sure – just try listening to yourself for a day.  Are you complaining or celebrating your life?  Are you pointing out the flaws in life, people, yourself?  Or are you noticing the leaves are just beginning to turn golden and fiery and maybe, just maybe that heralds in a more abundant time, a new beginning…

 What do you see?