Holiday Sale ~

On my personal page I’ve discounted my Handwritten Hugs from $15 to $10 for the holiday weekend. I felt I could do it here also. So, here in this post is a discount offer for the weekend. The Hugs are handwritten intuitive letters of comfort. Sometimes they’re on a specific topic and that’s completely okay if that’s the situation. Most of the time, they’re writings of what I intuitively feel led to write for the recipient. In just about every letter I write, the words are like magic…touching the soul of the person and filling them with comfort. Some of these letters are treasured for years. I’ve had people contact me to say how their letter came to them at a moment of really feeling chaos and lack. I consider that letter a ray of light that arrives right when it should. This is the gift I am always amazed by. I write, people feel healed or relief for a moment. It’s beyond words.

I’d also like to give a discount for my email correspondence conversations. They are normally $60 for 7 emails. For this weekend, I’ll discount them to $45 for 7 emails. The conversations can be anything from building personal faith stronger, to helping shift your perspective in life from stuck to forward, to helping you understand your psychic gifts. They can even be simple friendship conversations about great dessert recipes or something else about life that’s been unsettling you.

This discount, from 5/24 to 5/26 in 2019.

In all ways, in all days, I hope you find what you’re looking for. Peace and Rainbows.

Faith and Prayer

I sit here, wondering what to write to you this morning. Some days my faith shines brighter than others. Once in awhile, I pitch that faith right out of the door and get very angry at how things are developing…seeming to not be in the direction I prayed for. There are several things that haven’t developed to my liking at all actually. I know there’s divine timing, but enduring for a time sometimes drags out to what seems like forever.

Just last week something came into my life that has been on my “at some point it’ll happen” list. On the one hand, I was super grateful for it as it almost seemed like a divine gift. It’s presence reminded me we are in God’s care. On the other hand, that item also brought with it more responsibility. I struggled with that for a time too. I decided it was divine timing and am flowing with it. It is here. It has made some of us happy and actually has shaken up my routine in a way that’s a bonus.

I will admit, sometimes I cry at the things that I’ve prayed for that haven’t come to pass the way I want or something better. I don’t consider myself asking for much to begin with, a proper house we can afford and enjoy, a way to make money while staying home with my disabled husband and youngest as they both really need me at the present time.

Then sometimes, like last week, God sends something that’s been on the desire list. I have to remind myself that God is taking care and there is such a thing as divine timing.

At the end of the day, my faith is intact and trusting God works for me. Some storms are simply harder to weather. Some days faith shines brighter. It’s okay either way.

Ask for specifics, just like at the deli.

I am reading an interesting book and taking notes. The fact that I am taking notes means I am gaining from this book and enjoying what it has to say to me. One of the things it mentions is, be specific in what you’re asking for.

You can say, “God, I’d like a new house.” Okay…houses come in all shapes and sizes to fit various needs. Do you want that long, wide southern porch? Do you want a large yard or small one? Do you want a condo where someone else does the maintenance? Do you require a formal dining room or office?

What about a career? Do you want a full-time income or part-time? To work for yourself or someone else? To commune to work or take time during your day at home? Lots of things to consider.

A great analogy I’ve read several times is ordering at the deli. You’ve got to be specific in what you want from the deli. The person at the counter can’t take care of you if they don’t know what you want.

You know you want something in some way, so ask for it. If you’re worried about how it would come about, you can say something like, “I’d like….this….and would like to have it in the best possible divine way for all concerned.”

Try it. Pick one thing. Write it on your calendar. You can even pick something as simple as a snowball or an ice cream cone.

Who you are? Who are you?

I asked God this morning on what to post for you. He reminded me of my being gifted in reading colors and other psychic gifts. He also reminded me of my faith and ability to build up other people’s faith. Of how I tried for years to “pick a side”, but then would get not very far with either one.

I could attend an online psychic development group one evening, then speak with a man the next in the grocery department about his faith and how God is right there, listening, guiding, loving. Both, in my world, are completely genuine. In each situation, I am uplifting an individual to trust the creation of their own life.

So, are there parts of you not being able to “meld” together? Do you feel as if you can only be a great mother or a great business worker? Does someone in your life ask you to choose? Do you ask yourself to choose? Maybe putting off trying to have a child or adopt because you think it doesn’t “rationally” fit?

If you start any sentence about anything in your life with, “What will people think?” You are not living your life as if you’re meant to create it for yourself. By thinking what other people will think, you’re limiting yourself to what “looks” like the right move.

Let me tell you, I am far from trying to create a life “those people” will be proud of. I’ve done things and even now am looked at by “those people” as if I don’t have my life straight. I’ll admit, there are a lot of things I don’t have straight. Lots of things that may make someone new even think I’m the low person on the totem pole. However, I am happy with the life I’ve created and think I’m awesomely blessed in ways that aren’t “seen” upon the first look.

There may be something in your life you think you don’t have time to add or may seem “frivolous” to other people, but you really, really want to try/pursue/create it. I encourage you to do that very thing. If you feel led, despite what you feel “those people” will think, then follow your feeling.

Somewhere along the way, up ahead in your life, someone will need the bit of you you’re being brave enough to create. If you’re feeling led to be a diverse person, be that diverse person boldly.

Intuition in Mowing Grass

I wanted to explain to you a little bit about how intuition works and what it feels like. It may not be much and maybe you won’t understand it, but I’ll do my best.

Yesterday evening I became intent on mowing my grass. The weather was just right, I figure I was due a little sunshine, and got to it.

I have a massive oak tree in my front yard. It’s my most favorite thing about living here. We let the branches grow quite long and they now droop and touch the ground, almost like an umbrella effect. This is a great bit of shade, just walking under that tree lowers the temperature at least 10 degrees. Mowing around it is a little bit of a challenge though. So, I start there first this time, figuring if I did what I liked least, I’d be happier mowing the remainder.

As I’m mowing the grass, I get the notion that I could leave a strip of the grass on one side so as to have a little “border” between me and my neighbor. When all of my grass is cut and his and the next…all three of our yards seem to flow together. That’s not a bad thing, but I do like my definition of space.

I get this notion and figure, well, let’s just see how far I get. So, I start under the oak tree, make it pretty there, then one side, the next side…working my way around the tree and yard. On the far side is a big area of yard that would be the “border”. I was doing that last just because I was still debating doing it based on my notion of a feeling.

As I’m turning a corner, just starting the area, a wheel pops off of the lawn mower. Just, stops me from mowing any more of my front yard. It’s not an easy fix. I have to order or find the wheel local if I can.

Either way, my notion of a feeling of “leave a border this time” happened. I didn’t know it would be like this. God did. God wasn’t going to say to me, “April, you will mow and only get so far because the mower will loose a tire.” No, God said, “It’s a good idea to leave a border this time.”

You may ask, “April, why didn’t you get the intuition in a direct way, like saying the tire will be lost?” Well, if I would have gotten that notion, maybe I wouldn’t have mowed at all. Now, I have a nice mowed front yard with a “border” of sorts. So it does look neater than it did and even looks almost like I planned it.

That’s an interesting bit of thinking there to ponder I guess. For me, yes.

A Flower Garden

I asked God what I should write about this morning. I figure it’s Mother’s Day here in the US and some people consider this day a little more than ordinary.

As I was stirring my coffee, God showed me a flower garden. One of those full, happy, colorful gardens that really do soothe the soul just to look upon all of those colors. That one.

He showed me the roses, the little growing flowers, and lots of different sizes in between. He reminded me that each flower holds its own individual beauty.

The rose is busy being the rose and nothing else. I want you to consider, lots of people aspire to be the rose. They think their low growing lily-of-the-valley size just isn’t show garden worthy. I want to show you something about that rose.

If you’ve ever noticed, lots of rose bushes are very skinny, tall, not really well rounded plants. They also have thorns, not being very friendly of a plant either. Yes, they are beautiful, but they do have some unwholesome qualities too.

Take a dahlia for example. Those range in size from a golf ball pom to a dinner plate full 11″! That’s amazing really. I haven’t seen one yet, but maybe I’ll grow them sometime? They actually produce a lot of greenery though. No matter the size of the flower, there’s lots of “stuff” behind the flowers. It’s like they put themselves on display, yet draw you in for that green healing color too.

The lily-of-the-valley. I’ve always admired this plant. It’s such a very modest, unassuming plant. It doesn’t draw attention to itself very much, but does show gentle beauty when looked at…almost like fine china.

One more, the carnation. This used to be my favorite flower. If I had to describe me in a flower, this would be it. It’s a beautiful spot of color. It’s got some greenery, but not so much that it overpowers the plant. It’s a tall plant, one that wants to show itself to you. It wants you to see it’s beautiful color for your color soothing pleasure. However, it’s also got rough edges on every petal. There isn’t much “refined” about the carnation. She’s not polished, she’s not fancy, she’s rather ordinary and probably does things differently.

This is, literally, life in a picture. Each person is their own beautiful flower and shows themselves in a different way to the world. Have a beautiful day!!

Thoughts and Perspectives, Bible

I’ve been researching lots as of late…trying to seek out more of my personal path. I want to let go of the panic, fear, and worry in certain areas of my life…to have more room for grace, love, and right direction.

In the process, I’ve come across Bible talking, verses to explore, and a new insight into validation for my perspective. I’m not one to explore the Bible more than what God gives to me because I know it’s a tricky slope to wander.

There are some people completely sure of the words in their Bible; however, there are also many versions of the Bible with different perspectives and guidelines they follow. A Pentecostal clearly sees the Bible differently than a Catholic. A Jehovah’s Witness has a different perspective than a Baptist. I am not saying any of them are wrong as it’s what each person feels in their heart to be truth words to them. I am saying it proves this world is much more diverse and needs more understanding of each other than just, “Are you saved?”

Some people tell us psychics we’re wrong and not following God in our life. One of my biggest eye openers this week was being reminded that Jesus appeared after his death several times, in spirit. That means he appeared to someone having the ability to see him. That right there is considered a psychic phenomena.

I was also comforted by the verse 1 Peter 4:10, which states “use the gifts you are given”. It says directly that God gave gifts. I believe everyone is known for something that people seek them out for. It could be a great apple pie, organizing books, or being a doctor. It is something unique to that no one else does quite like anyone else.

My ongoing analogy in this area is the gift of singing. There are lots of songs many different singers cover. Because each person’s voice is unique, despite them singing the same exact song with most of the same exact tune, each version is different. That’s how it is. That’s the beauty of differences.

Giving to Others

What does this mean? Does this mean to give of yourself and your life every time someone else asks of you? Does it mean giving your extra often because you can and others have come to think you’ve got it, we’re friends, therefore it’s accessible to them?

I think you and I should discern what is best based on each incident and what we are able to give. I also think some things shouldn’t be overthought. You may think, “April, I don’t have anything to give so they don’t need to come finding anything here anyway.” Want to bet on that?

I live a very modest life I guess you could say. I take care of my family and have a few dollars left over for fun/savings. If you drove up to my spot right now, today, you may not think much of what I’ve got. I live in a converted school bus. My yard has some nice spots…my beloved oak tree…space for my dogs to play…a rose bush that decided to survive against the odds. It also has a small junkyard of sorts.

But, anyways, there are people who still see what you have, however much you think it’s not much, and ask about it anyway. Some may think since we’re friends, they can simply borrow or use it. That has happened a time or two. Friends of mine learn it’s okay to share and be kind, but it’s also expected that they give back. The ones that last do learn this well.

So, we’ve got this little junkyard of sorts. My son likes to tinker and it’s been an interesting thing having this area. It’s worked out well for us many times in having a spare part right in the yard of something we need for a running vehicle that needs a part. It’s also worked well for people coming to us asking if we have parts to sell.

While it doesn’t look like I’ve got much to give, someone looking for what I do have will come asking. Also, lots of people ask for your time. They think you may have freedom in a day or an hour and ask for your time. Do you have the time to give? Do you want to give of your time? You can say yes…you can say no. It’s really all up to what you’re willing to give that doesn’t drain you of energy or build resentment.

Some people make it a point to give regularly in a specific way that speaks to them, like volunteering. Some people agree to help out a friend and it becomes a regular contribution to their life. Sometimes it’s best to say “no” and that’s okay too.

If you are inclined to say “no” and you feel guilty, wondering if you really were all that person has as a helping hand, I want to assure you that you are not the only avenue of help. I believe God will put help before someone and if that someone is you and you say”no”, God will send someone else to help.

It’s like when you ask for help and get a “no”. Do you think that’s the only avenue of a solution or aid? Do you trust there is someone out there, some situation out there, that will give you a “yes”? It’s the same with others? The “no” is a guiding wave towards a yes…either for another person or yourself. Trust the flow. Loose the guilt.

Time….

Time is an interesting and important part of life. People ask you, “How are you spending your time?” You tell them how you’re taking care of the household chores, the children, your partner, and working to make a living. That’s a fair response and one most people say, even I do.

That’s just the surface routine of time. It’s how you fill your days, weeks, months, years. So, what am I wanting to say about time that’s different? I want you to understand the value of time. It’s something I’ve come to see in my own life over the past couple of years and it’s vitally important.

Do you deeply feel the moment you’re in? I may have posted about this before. I really do feel strongly about it though.

I’ve come to appreciate my youngest child’s laughter. I feel my husband’s presence while sitting beside him. I appreciate the perfect weather days. I feel the depth of my blessings.

Okay, so, what does that have to do with time? Well, the depth of your feelings will give you a richer life. By feeling your life in this way, you create much more than a passing connection. When “time” shifts something, say a child moving into their own place, a parent or partner passing away, a baby born to a short life, or any other experiences that speak of connecting…when time shifts something, you can say you valued the time you were given. You valued. You lived it in depth. You felt the blessing and goodness and love you are/were given. That’s powerful.

As you go through the routine of your day, notice who you’re with…their presence, their love, their added value to your life. Notice it with a depth down to your soul. It will truly make a difference in the kind of life you’re living.

Time doesn’t say, “You can have him/her for just one more week. Cram all of what you want to feel, love, and say within that week.” Sometimes time warns you about the limits you’re about to have, most often not. Time asks you to appreciate the moment you’re in at this very breath you’re taking. Time says, “Did you hear that laughter? Did you hug that person with a big hug? Did you speak about how you truly feel? Were you brave enough to go after your dreams? Did you value YOURSELF as a key person making a difference by living your life?” Time says, “Live and feel in the NOW.”

What about God?

If I had one post to share with you my feelings and relationship with God, it could be this one. Could one post give you that perspective shift you’re seeking? Could one set of words help you see God in a way that calms your soul? Could today be the day you’re in for a change that forever alters your life for the best? Maybe.

I’ve gone to several different denominations of religion. Each had things I’ve learned from. I believe there is something to be learned from just about everything, even if it’s something NOT to do in your own life. That said, I never felt completely at home in any of the churches I’ve visited.

The last church of worship I went to was a Unity Church about an hour from my house. There they teach the Bible in a metaphysical way, with definitions of the words, such as sin (to miss the mark) to give a different view on the Bible. They actually sell tarot cards in their little gift shop, along with other wonderful things. It was the closest I’d come to feeling at home at a church, but that still wasn’t quite right for me. I liked some of what the pastor lady said and some of it, like pressuring us to give to the church in a guilt trip way, spoiled the whole sermon.

I sometimes pictured myself up there on the podium. I wanted to share, even then, a God of love, understanding, and helpfulness. I looked into it actually and it’s like a two year learning process of their views and of the Bible.

It’s not that I dislike the Bible, please don’t think that. There are verses in there I have taken to and will read up on other verses as the need arises. However, there are many versions of the Bible, some religions have taken text out, some have created whole new “messages from God” and it’s all a bit much for me.

I think, while the Bible is a great thing, it isn’t for me personally. I think it can be summed up to something even simpler. Something like…do your best, help one another, know that everyone else is doing their best too. God loves you.