Let Nature Takes Its Course: Angel Message

Sometimes we may want to help out, but don't always know the best way. That's what happened on Sunday at dinner when I spotted this large turtle struggling in the heat by the pasture fence.  

Her leathery big dark-brown shell laid like a large dusty dried-out platter baking in the sun. Her back was sprinkled with tiny sun-dried water vegetation just like nature naturally provides in the small garden tadpole pond by the garage.  Hmmm...

It didn't seem likely she'd been swimming in the garden pool. But something was up...  Her snorkel nose and webbed feet were signs that she was out of her element.

Filled with compassion for her plight, what was the best way to help?  Too cumbersome to carry down the driveway and across the lane to the reservoir pond, an angel idea suggested a garden hose spray would cool her down.  Then let nature take its course. 

When I turned on the outdoor spigot, steamy hot water shot out of the hose. After waiting for the temperature to cool, I approached, gradually spraying the driveway and slowly letting rain splash down upon her hot dusty shell.  Softly I spoke encouraging words to her. That's when beautiful ancient eyes blinked at me.  

Following inner advice, I went indoors and let her be.  Research revealed this is nesting season.  And, that's the only time the soft-shelled turtle comes out of the water on a mission to lay her eggs.  What a mistake if I relocated her on my own, thinking I knew what's best. 

Was she here to lay her eggs? And, why did she choose such a precarious spot--near the strip of sandy grass by the driveway.  Our usual Sunday afternoon had become a time of excitement as I waited for it to unfold. Watching from the living room window, I stood ready with my camera.   

Soon the sand began to swirl about her.  Kicking it up, stirring the air like a mini dust storm.   Her massive legs and feet were moving the earth. After digging a large oblong hole just her size, she settled down upon it. Slowly her whole body moved back and forth in a steady rhythm on the nest.  A beautiful glimpse of creation was this ancient symbol of Mother Earth. Her elongated neck stretched skyward as she lifted her face to bask in the golden afternoon sun. A holy moment so sacred, I humbly turned away from the window and prayed for divine order.   

When I read this turtle lays four to 38 eggs that will hatch in two to three months, again, I wondered how can I help.  It would be a long vigil to protect her from the many critters that come and go. 

But it seemed I needn't worry.  Nature already had it covered.  Once the mother buries her eggs, her work is finished.  And, back to the water she will return to the place where she belongs. Innately she knows that when the hatchlings arrive, they are equipped for survival on their own.  

I was so thankful for the glorious lesson on letting go and letting God.  

This ancient visitor is naturally associated with water--and when one appears it may indicate a spiritual renewal. (In this case, the promise of new birth.)   A time to stay flexible and adaptable--accept change and adapt easily.  When we do, we will be  more resilient, patient, and calm inside.  The slow steady movement of the soft- shelled turtle encourages us to listen to our inner voice.  Trust our natural rhythms to stay in balance, and go with the flow then you'll become more aware and can turn your problems into opportunities for growth.

When I looked out the window again, the mother turtle had gone ... as quickly as she appeared.  The large indentation in the earth where she nested held the promise of new life.

Remember you are never alone. God has given his angels charge over you. God loves you.  The best is yet to be.  

Love and peace,

Rae Karen 

Drumming a New Rhythm - Angel Message from a Woodpecker

                               
A rare drum-roll caught my attention early this morning.  I recognized the steady beat of an enthusiastic woodpecker.  He was next door, atop the old wooden utility pole doing the woodpecker drill.  His crested red-head hammering away--a new rhythm to start the day. 

When a woodpecker shows up to drum out a song for you, you may ask yourself:
Am I looking at aspects of my life rationally?
Are others not discriminating in their activities?  Am I?
Am I and others jumping into situations without thinking it out clearly?

Sometimes a woodpecker's appearance will stimulate new rhythms.  Maybe you're neglecting the physical, by being too wrapped up in mental and spiritual activities.  It could reflect a need to drum some new changes into your life.  When a woodpecker shows up, there's a firm foundation to follow your own rhythm and flight.  You now have a firm foundation to move in any direction.  Do what works for you in the manner that is best for you.   Discernment is the key.

 

When faced with change, it's comforting to know that we are never alone.  God has given his angels charge over us.  The best is yet to be when we listen and obey.  God is Love.

Enjoy your day with the Angels.

Love and blessings,

Rae Karen

 

 

 

Photo: Wikimedia Commons

Ref. Animal-Speak, Ted Andrews

Angels in the Forecast: Angel Message

Yesterday's rain didn't stop weather-proofed rascally squirrels from having a party.  I counted a cluster of four young squirrels and four mourning doves gleaning the lawn in search of cracked corn leftovers. They were all in harmony co-existing together.

One little bushy-tail stood out from the crowd. He had an animated, quick routine. He'd grab a golden corn kernel. Then make a run for the cherub's head to munch.  A kernel at a time--he kept it up so many times, I finally got the angel message.  Get a photo to share.

 I hurried to the living room and stood on the green sofa looking out the high window to get a clearer view above the window screen.  Trying to stay in balance, I was ready if he made another landing on top of the cherub tortoise. I sent up a little prayer for help, hoping for the best on a rainy gray afternoon. My camera was focused on the angel's head ready for action.  Presto. There he was in an instant. Nibbling on his prize, with his bushy tail curled like an umbrella.     

 A picture of graceful gratitude.

Squirrels represent balance.  A balance in our giving and in our receiving.  A balance in work and play.  And, like this wise, playful little fellow we can take a hint from the tortoise cherub by remembering slow and steady wins the race.  With the help of the angels, we will cross the finish line in victory.  Help is ever present.

Remember you are never alone.  God loves you.  He has given his angels charge over you.  Expect wonderful things to happen today. We have so much to be grateful for.

Love and peace,

Rae Karen

Endurance for Today: An Angel Message

      
 Sometimes you may come across something you didn't realize you needed until you caught sight of it.  Often it makes little sense but to your soul it calls out an angel message.  Look and see...                                                        

Last year in the midst of many challenges, a one-of-a-kind camel caught my attention in a big way at the Saturday morning market in town.   It towered above the vendor tables, standing tall in the sunlight.  I laughed at the enormous size as I hurried to get a closer look. The size of the camel was a heads-up indication of the endurance I needed while going through a stormy season on the home-front.  

 

It represented a super-duper spiritual vitamin. The friendly vendor offered a bargain at $35.  Sold.  What a sight as Elliot and I carried the long-legged hump-back to our car and transported it home.  The camel took up residence in my den. A big reminder, a promise of endurance, as I looked up from my desk during the day.  The clock ticking away. He stood over time.  His nose,  a little scuffed, and his weathered-look strengthened his message.  He was still standing tall as time passed by.    

 
A camel, built six-feet off the ground, is a wonderful symbol of endurance.  Sturdy, wide feet can navigate over the sifting sands to deliver merchandise, provisions from afar. Three sets of eyelids and two sets of eyelashes, shield it from sand storms, and it can close up its nose for protection. Rugged, they can travel 40 m.p.h. with up to 1,000 pounds on their backs.  Enormous energy is stored in the hump.  Can you imagine drinking 30 gallons of water in ten minutes? 

 

My Grandma had an old rock-shaped like a camel's head. She used it to prop open her kitchen door.  When she passed on, I wanted the camel rock as a remembrance stone of her strong faith. She had been through many tragedies but never lost hope in Christ.  

 

The camel has a glass is half-full philosophy.  Stay positive and the difficulty will pass.  Camels can travel far distances with little water, like desert ships they deliver the goods.   When a camel appears it often indicates that while the journey ahead may be difficult, we will endure and will have the "waters" necessary to be successful and share provisions with others. 

 

   Life is like a camel: 

you can make it do
      anything except back up.

                                                    - Marcelene Cox 

Enjoy today, and remember you are never alone. God has given his angels charge over you.  You have an inner-strength to see you through.  A gift of endurance.

 

Love and peace,

Rae Karen

Enthusiasm: An Angel Message

                               

Enthusiasm was the angel word that came to me today. The Greeks spoke of ecstasy meaning to be "out of yourself" and enthusiasm "to be in God".   Imagine the dynamic thrust of enthusiasm that propels a 40-ton Humpback whale to breech. Launching up from ocean depths, and bursting out into the sunlight of a entire new vision, all performed in a single bounding flip of enormous enthusiasm.
 

Enthusiasm is a choice that we get to make. A decision.  We can be as happy and enthusiastic as we choose to be.  Sometimes it begins by consciously deciding to lift our mood. Try singing, dancing, painting, reaching out to a friend--breaking the pattern.  It's easy to get down during these trying times of global transformation.  But the angels advise us to remember the word Enthusiasm. Enthusiasm causes a stirring deep from within.  An awakening that bubble ups and takes hold of our being, lifting us up higher with gratitude and joy in action.  Enthusiasm! Enthusiasm, "to be in God". Thoughts are things...  Now is the only time. God is the only Source. Love is the only Cause.

Nothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasm.

                                  --Emerson

 

Enjoy your day with the Angels.  

Love and joyful blessings,

Rae Karen

 

(Photo from Wikimedia Images)

Paying Attention to Detail: Angel Message

Yesterday's impromptu angel message to feed the ducks turned up a no-show. Our first attempt this season.  The lake was quiet. I missed their happy splashes.  Sunlit ripples rushed like diamond fishes shimmering towards the boat-ramp where we sat watching and waiting.   The old tree had adapted even more to her life in the water, growing taller and greener branches stretching skyward. A picture of resilience. 

Elliot and I took a walk down the newly paved lake road. A picture of transformation now that the two hurricanes were history. 

 Up ahead, I caught sight of a sunny water lily blooming on the grass by the lake. I wanted to see a lily up close not just by zooming-in over the water.  I was surprised by her uniqueness.  A strange button-shaped stamen stuck up like a microphone, broadcasting a sunny forecast.  Welcoming yellow petals like rays of the sun greeted the day. Yellow is the color of faith.  And, the water lily was resilient, now adjusting to life on land.   

Further down the road, a green patch of grass glistened with random pink cotton-candy wildflowers. When I stooped low for a photo, I found a surprise.  An empty Adam's Apple snail shell.  The spiral pattern is a universal symbol.  As the snail grows, the shell naturally adapts to the proper size by wrapping a soft substance that will harden into a another layer of shell for protection.  Nature is amazing.

Our life goes round and round, in a repeating spiral...

It may seem as though the same old trials keep coming round and round in a never-ending loop.  Will we ever get it right?   The good news is... we are changing, expanding, coming up higher, yielding to our spirit.  The best is yet to be.

I got a telling sign at the end of the road when I snapped a photo of this directional arrow sign, and didn't know why.

I hadn't seen the playful pair of eyes glued to the TURN LEFT Arrowhead until Elliot pointed it out.  A warning sign for drivers to pay attention. Turn left or take a sudden swim in the lake.    

Something amusing happened back at home. I almost missed the honey bee in the snail photo. Hovering over the lush pink blossom, taking advantage of an opportunity to share the nectar of life. Bee represents doing the impossible--flying. Their big bodies are too large for the tiny wings-- It seems to be aerodynamically impossible. But the speed of the wings makes all the difference. 

I was thankful for the precious gift of sight.  What joy to pay attention to details... The angels are always speaking to us.  Watch and pray... The best is yet to be.

Love and peace,

Rae Karen

An Angel Message: Divine Order, a Prayer of Attunement

This morning I woke up to thunder and lightning and got out of bed to start my morning prayer and meditation time listening to the pouring rain. Soon the storm lightened. Maybe it negated the Saharan Dust Plume heading our way this weekend. 

 

While cleaning out a messy catch-all basket by the sofa,  I found a little leaflet, Divine Order and You. I was surprised by the title.  I don't remember seeing it before. Just recently a long-distance friend had said when discussing an issue, Like my friend Rae Karen always says, everything is always in divine order.  I realized then, I don't always remember that truth or fall back on that affirmation.

Divine order was coming into focus as the angel's topic for today's blog. Curious, a search of older blogs turned up only one in 2014, called Divine Order and the Universe. I was thankful it jogged my memory that God is in the details. Here's what it mostly said:

Maybe you've noticed how sometimes when searching for something you've tucked away, you find something else even more meaningful in that moment. Something you've forgotten and needed to remember.   That's what happened to me yesterday.  While looking through a box of old journals, an article about the stars and planets popped up, entitled Divine Order in the Universe.  I kept it out to read later, and went about my day.  

After lunch while browsing the book shelves at a local thrift shop, I came across a large photo book of Hubble space shots called The Hand of God.  My love for astronomy began in the third grade.  I returned home with my find and put it on the coffee table to enjoy.

A short time later, I read the article on Divine Order in the Universe (written in 2002). It referenced my new astronomy book, The Hand of God.  The timing seemed to be in divine order.

Combining both titles created a wonderful angel message:

 

With the Hand of God, there is divine order in the universe. When you look up at the night sky, you can see harmony and order in the movement of the universe. As above, so below.   

When synchronicity comes in to play a hand, it's comforting to realize that God knows our every need before we even do.  We live and move and have our being in the Divine.

Synchronicity is often described as meaningful coincidences that manifest based upon our intent or energy vibration.  Through our vibrations, we attract things, people, and circumstances which closely match our own frequency.  With our focus on the divine, paths open up and life moves in the ease of harmony and effortless accomplishment of divine order.  Like the stars, we are here to shine our light and bring joy and beauty to others.  Angels, the forget-me-nots of the universe, are present waiting for an invitation to guide when we get out of our own way and move in divine order." 

 

There is a wisdom and a way, 

and order and a will.  

It works at the heart of things; 

it moves through 

suns and stars--

and you, if you will let it.   

                 James Dillet Freeman.

 

Divine Order... a simple yet powerful prayer worth remembering.

Love and blessings,

Rae Karen

Photo: Wikimedia Commons

Divine Order and You, James Dillet Freeman

Purple Iris: A Message for You

 A sweet friend in Virginia shared a lovely photo she took while out on a nature walk.  I've always loved purple irises and miss them here.  In the past, when an iris appeared, it was my sign from God to keep on going I was on the right path.

In the Victorian language of flowers to receive an iris meant: I have a message for you.  

I took a closer look at Deb's photo.  An expansive view captured more than just the beautiful purple iris by the sunlit lake.  I drank in the serene reflection of sailing white fluffy clouds across a celestial blue sky.   The leafy green tree peered into the water to get a glimpse of itself.  The beautiful iris had not just one, but two full purple blooms opened wide.  Standing on the water's edge, among the tall green grasses, windswept ripples stirred the iris to sway in a gentle breeze. A peaceful picture of contentment, basking in a portal of light in a moment of eternity.  

Later, I discovered the iris message in a symbology book.  The keynote of the iris is to maintain hope; a sense of peace restored; new birth at hand.  Purple has a high vibration and represents spirit. 

Tucked inside the book I found an old article on gardening. It turned out to have the perfect message from the purple iris photo. An uplifting angel message for these shifting times we live in.  And, to  remember that God speaks to us in flowers. 

"Learn also from the flower that where thou art, ye, too, 

may make that place more beautiful for your being there, 

whether it is in this or that or whatever place.  

Whether in the hovel or in the home of the mighty, 

make it beautiful as do the flowers."    

Edgar Cayce Readings 5122-1

 

It's never too late to bloom where you're planted.

 

Love and peace,

Rae Karen

(Ref. Nature-Speak, Ted Andrews)

A Rabbit Watch: An Angel Message

 The grass was soaked this morning, cooler temperatures, a fresh breath of air...a sense of satisfaction filled the atmosphere at the start of a new day.  A bunny came by and sat still as I watched him from the porch.  A beautiful peaceful rabbit with a white powder puff tail, big shiny bright eyes and two tall ears sticking up like antennas on top of his furry brown head.  He posed still as a statue... vigilant.  I got the angelic message... Keep your ears and eyes opened wide and you'll see God in all the details.

 It was a visual confirmation of my morning journal guidance:

"Dear One,

It's hard to discipline your mind to stay focused on Me, 

even in the most mundane little chores.  This is the practice 

of praying without ceasing-- what you do, say or think has power 

and grace when I am present.  Watch and be still... 

Listen for My direction...the little pull to go here or do that... 

Pay attention to detail. Let us travel the road together in joy this day.  

Let the beating of your heart be the cadence of Love leading the way forward. 

 Be filled with gratitude for every step you take, 

for where you stand is holy ground.  All is well."

Later, I came across a recent photo of the white rabbit's pocket-watch at Sunflower Park.  The timepiece symbol from the story of Alice and Wonderland is beginning to show evidence of wear and tear over the years.   "I'm late. I'm late for a very important date."  The famous line the harried rabbit mumbled before disappearing down the rabbit hole. 

The rabbit's pocket-watch reminded me of taking time to seek God at the beginning of each day.  And, to avoid frantically running here and there driven by the petty tyrant of time. Haste makes waste.  Time is relative.  Wonderful things happen when the day begins by keeping a very important date with the Divine.  Oh, the places you'll go and the people you'll meet... A Wonder Land.

Love and peace,

Rae Karen

A Memorial Weekend Messenger of Light: Angel Message

On Saturday afternoon the heavy rains and thunderstorm finally passed. The dry earth was soaked again, the lawn a lush green.  Matilda, a favorite old tree, reached up in gratitude for the refreshing waters had soaked her thirsty branches.  A lone red hawk landed on the black cable, feathers drenched as he gently swayed watching out for fresh opportunities.  I was sitting in the sun-room thankful for the peace...now that the storm had passed...when my attention was drawn to something unusual on our new American flag at the end of the sidewalk.

From a distance, it appeared as though a dragonfly had lighted upon the flag pole posing for an amazing picture?  Really?

With my camera zooming through the misty windowpane, I focused on a glorious sight.  A beautiful turquoise dragonfly had crowned Old Glory.  An uplifting  message to believe in the power of Light.   A wonderful symbol of faith and trust on Memorial weekend. Her iridescent wings circled the flag in a dance of  little rotations, only to resume her stance on the golden flag tip.  A finial, a beacon of light, at rest above the stars and stripes. I was thankful for the ample opportunities to try and get it right. 

You can see her lacy wet wings were folded forward in prayer...  God bless America.

Without a nudge from the angels, I could have missed the divine timing of this important little detail, delivered simply and directly.  A soggy little dragonfly's big light-filled message of hope for our country and the world. God is in the details.  How blessed we are to be in the company of God's angels, pure intuition, passing to each of us healing messages of light to help us see beyond the illusion of separation from divine Love.  Storms come to pass...and all things are brought to Light. We are children of the Light.

Love and peace,

Rae Karen  

Hawk Vision: An Angel Message

 It was hot last Sunday when we stopped to visit our donkey friend at the Orchid Farm.  Sitting underneath a picnic arena canopy a short distance from Alhambra, I could see he was taking a snooze in the shade of the trees, legs locked.

Not wanting to disturb his peace, I too was thankful to be out of the sun. I happened to look up and that's when I saw it.  A lone red-shouldered hawk perched atop a lifeless old tree. His choice of vantage point was amusing as the vigilant hawk seemed to be framed between two dead branches that looked like goalposts.  Watching and waiting on-high for the next opportunity to come his way. 

Would you believe later when I looked up the symbolism of hawks, there was an analogy of a football field.  "All hawks see seven to ten times better than humans. In fact, if a hawk could read, and a newspaper were held at one end of a football field with the hawk at the opposite end, the hawk could read the headlines.  Because of their vision and strength, all hawks are guardians. Hawk's appearance heralds a time of greater vision and strength which will help in our present endeavors.  Protection will be provided on our journeys.  Now is the time to move forward... 

A funny thing happened when I moved forward to greet our donkey friend...he gave me a heartwarming bray!

 I hope you're learning more and more to open up and receive guidance through angel messages that appear in nature.  What blesses one, blesses all, and the more attuned we become, the louder the volume, and bolder the visual expression.  We are never alone.  We live and move and have our being in an atmosphere of Divine Love.

Love and peace,

Rae Karen 

 

 

Ref. Animal Wise, Ted Andrews

A Cardinal at the Door: Angel Message

 This morning when a repairman came to fix the water-heater, he hesitated at the front door. A beautiful bird was waiting, facing the door, as if hoping to be invited inside the house.   The cardinal stayed still, holding its ground, sending chills up my spine.  I asked the electrician to come around to the back door which he gladly did.  

I hurried out back and returned to the front door.  The little bird was waiting...at the door. 

Whenever a departed loved one draws near, a cardinal appears... My thoughts turned to my mother on the other side.   I sat down on the bench and spoke softly, encouraging the young bird to fly free...but she remained by the door, and then turned to look at me. I wondered what the message was in that moment.  What was I being asked to do?  I sent healing thoughts in case she was injured. 

Before long, an inner stirring by the front door, caused a sudden shift.  A beautiful sight unfolded.  Reddish wings opened wide and she flew toward the sunlit pasture.  I watched her land safely on an old tree. And, like most angel messages, they never leave us where they find us...my spirit soared free, grateful to see her take flight.  

It's comforting to know that whatever we may be going through to remember that we are never truly alone.  Stand firm in faith, and realize that you are not a physical body, but a spiritual being of light, in a state of grace forever.  God has sent his angels to watch over you...  All is well...  

Later I learned the name of our angel repairman.  Francisco.  (St. Francis)  You can't make these things up.  Praise God.

Love and peace,

Rae Karen