Time waits for nobody and that's the truth. As we get older the weeks turn into months and before we know it our birthday knocks at the door and we're another year older. I think it is a case of time whizzes by rather than flies by and I know it leaves me feeling wiped out.
How many of us have a filled day full of work and chores that need to be done, we wonder how on earth are we going to get our list of things to do done in just one day and can we have an extra pair of hands please. I can make my list which I swear is getting longer and longer and yet at the end of the day I haven't crossed off everything and that means extra chores added to the following day's list.
For me, housework seems never ending but I have a plan and it's called delegation. We tend to do everything ourselves don't we because maybe we think we are the only ones who can do it properly or it's easier if we do it but I'm pretty sure other people are capable of helping out so, every day draw up a list and delegate.
By doing this it will give you more time for yourself and you might be able to sit down and have that cuppa rather than multitasking while trying to slurp your coffee/tea plus you'll discover that people are quite ok with being asked to help out.
So, from today onwards my word of the day is delegation and I'm going to try my hardest to remember to do it, after all, I'm always willing to help so it's good to have the favor returned.
Rachel x
Saturday, 19 July 2014
Friday, 18 July 2014
Magikal Storms
Last night the UK was hit with some powerful storms and there are lots being shown recorded on Facebook. We didn't have any here in my part of Wales and I feel a little left out.
As a child I loved being outside and being outside meant being free and I had this knack of being able to smell rain that was on it's way or a storm that was brewing. I would have a song I would chant and it would get louder and louder until a clap of thunder or fork of lightening appeared. "Thunder thunder come to play, lightening lightening strike today" still brings back childhood memories and even when there was no chance of a storm it seemed that when I would chant these words one would not be too far away.
You can feel the power and magick within a storm, the energy builds up and up and being in the middle of it you have this surge of emotions, you feel a little scared but oh so powerful, like you could you fly through the sky and alongside that storm. The excitement of counting in between loud bangs and the anticipation of that flash across the sky, there is nothing quite like it to get the blood pumping through your veins.
Maybe light a few candles and harness some of that power that Mother Earth is releasing, sit in front of your candles and ask that Mother Earth shower your soul in the magick, strength, determination, power of the storm that has arisen and once you feel it's breathe upon you blow out those candles, you'll also feel uplifted and energized.
Rachel x
As a child I loved being outside and being outside meant being free and I had this knack of being able to smell rain that was on it's way or a storm that was brewing. I would have a song I would chant and it would get louder and louder until a clap of thunder or fork of lightening appeared. "Thunder thunder come to play, lightening lightening strike today" still brings back childhood memories and even when there was no chance of a storm it seemed that when I would chant these words one would not be too far away.
You can feel the power and magick within a storm, the energy builds up and up and being in the middle of it you have this surge of emotions, you feel a little scared but oh so powerful, like you could you fly through the sky and alongside that storm. The excitement of counting in between loud bangs and the anticipation of that flash across the sky, there is nothing quite like it to get the blood pumping through your veins.
Maybe light a few candles and harness some of that power that Mother Earth is releasing, sit in front of your candles and ask that Mother Earth shower your soul in the magick, strength, determination, power of the storm that has arisen and once you feel it's breathe upon you blow out those candles, you'll also feel uplifted and energized.
Rachel x
Wednesday, 16 July 2014
What Am I Grateful For
The day has a habit of just whizzing by without me having time to sit back and think of what I am grateful for so today I have a list....
Today I am grateful for:
My funny and talented family
My new red car that works
The flowers in my garden that cheer me up
The birds singing in the garden early this morning
My daughter's birthday cards on the mantlepiece from the 12th for her 12th
Family time on the sofa watching Supernatural with my 3 kids
The rain falling on my face and refreshing my soul
Breathing in the fresh air and feeling very much alive
What about you, what are you grateful for today?
Rachel x
Today I am grateful for:
My funny and talented family
My new red car that works
The flowers in my garden that cheer me up
The birds singing in the garden early this morning
My daughter's birthday cards on the mantlepiece from the 12th for her 12th
Family time on the sofa watching Supernatural with my 3 kids
The rain falling on my face and refreshing my soul
Breathing in the fresh air and feeling very much alive
What about you, what are you grateful for today?
Rachel x
Tuesday, 15 July 2014
A Little Help From Archangel Michael
For those of us who believe and connect with angels the chances are you have already worked with Archangel Michael. He is known for his strength and protection and is associated with the colour blue. Whenever I see him he is surrounded by a lovely blue haze, his golden locks fall to his shoulders and he carries his sword. He is by far my favourite Angel and I often work with him and I want to share with you a few things.......
Sometimes in our life we feel we have no strength and every day can be a struggle, it might be a work load, caring for someone who is ill or just that we are not getting enough sleep and this can lead to a very long day. Calling upon Archangel Michael to give you the strength you need to get you through the day and night can help you feel uplifted and as though you have a friend to lean on. All you need to do is just ask him to shower you with his strength and also remember to take some time out to relax and have a cuppa. We should never be too busy that we do not eat, drink or rest properly.
You can connect to Archangel Michael for a little protection as well, maybe you are off to the dentist and feel a bit vunerable under the dentist's light but be warned Archangel Michael cannot stop any fillings that may be needed but he can help you to feel in control. Whatever you feel you need protection for he can help your emotions feel secure, stronger etc but it is down to us to be aware of any dangers and to keep ourselves safe.
Archangel Michael Affirmation
Archangel Michael~Archangel Michael, the angel of protection, light a blue candle and the crystal Lapis Lazuli can be used by placing it by the side of the candle (always be careful with lit candles). You may want to take a few moments to write a affirmation, think about what it is you need and let those words flow onto the paper. By writing the words down you are infusing them with the energies that are surrounding you and they will feel stronger. You can keep the affirmation or you can bury it in the soil out back. The crystal can be carried in a pouch and on your person, in the car etc. This gem is excellent for psychic protection, inspires trust from others, brings contentment and is good for animals who are highly strung.
I think sometimes the very thought that we have angels with us who nurture, nourish and love us helps us in more ways than we know, they will not interfere with our life and the decisions we make but when we ask them for guidance it can come in various ways as well as emotions. They may give feathers or pennies or a song that will mean something to you may answer a question you have or they might show themselves to you. Enjoy connecting with those who want to connect to you.
Rachel x
Sometimes in our life we feel we have no strength and every day can be a struggle, it might be a work load, caring for someone who is ill or just that we are not getting enough sleep and this can lead to a very long day. Calling upon Archangel Michael to give you the strength you need to get you through the day and night can help you feel uplifted and as though you have a friend to lean on. All you need to do is just ask him to shower you with his strength and also remember to take some time out to relax and have a cuppa. We should never be too busy that we do not eat, drink or rest properly.
You can connect to Archangel Michael for a little protection as well, maybe you are off to the dentist and feel a bit vunerable under the dentist's light but be warned Archangel Michael cannot stop any fillings that may be needed but he can help you to feel in control. Whatever you feel you need protection for he can help your emotions feel secure, stronger etc but it is down to us to be aware of any dangers and to keep ourselves safe.
Archangel Michael Affirmation
Archangel Michael~Archangel Michael, the angel of protection, light a blue candle and the crystal Lapis Lazuli can be used by placing it by the side of the candle (always be careful with lit candles). You may want to take a few moments to write a affirmation, think about what it is you need and let those words flow onto the paper. By writing the words down you are infusing them with the energies that are surrounding you and they will feel stronger. You can keep the affirmation or you can bury it in the soil out back. The crystal can be carried in a pouch and on your person, in the car etc. This gem is excellent for psychic protection, inspires trust from others, brings contentment and is good for animals who are highly strung.
I think sometimes the very thought that we have angels with us who nurture, nourish and love us helps us in more ways than we know, they will not interfere with our life and the decisions we make but when we ask them for guidance it can come in various ways as well as emotions. They may give feathers or pennies or a song that will mean something to you may answer a question you have or they might show themselves to you. Enjoy connecting with those who want to connect to you.
Rachel x
Monday, 14 July 2014
Count Our Blessings
Counting our blessings can be hard especially if we have had a bad day, sad news or have the case of the grumps but we just need to turn things around and see life in a different perspective and maybe we will feel differently.
We all have problems in our life whether it be illness, family, work etc but by taking some time during the end of the day to look back on the day and count what we are blessed with it can leave us feeling a little comforted, uplifted etc.
I know it isn't always easy to see past what is going on in the here and now and that when we cannot see the end to a situation it can leave us feeling lost, alone and scared but at times like those talk to someone who can perhaps give you guidance and take it from there.
For me, every evening I mentally or sometimes I write down what I am grateful for in my life, they can be from my family to a kind word from someone during the day. Sometimes life is so busy we don't take time to sit and think about what we do have rather than what we don't. I'm grateful that I am alive and have a wonderful family and often when we are out in the car driving through the countryside and I see the leaves turning in the Autumn or the yellow fields in the summer I say out loud "Today I feel blessed to be alive" and I breathe in the air.
Making small changes to the way we think can help tremendously on our outlook on life, even if you start with just one thing you are grateful for, feel blessed for then it is a start to what will become a life filled with counting our blessings.
Rachel
My wild flowers in our garden......they are everywhere and give me such pleasure x
We all have problems in our life whether it be illness, family, work etc but by taking some time during the end of the day to look back on the day and count what we are blessed with it can leave us feeling a little comforted, uplifted etc.
I know it isn't always easy to see past what is going on in the here and now and that when we cannot see the end to a situation it can leave us feeling lost, alone and scared but at times like those talk to someone who can perhaps give you guidance and take it from there.
For me, every evening I mentally or sometimes I write down what I am grateful for in my life, they can be from my family to a kind word from someone during the day. Sometimes life is so busy we don't take time to sit and think about what we do have rather than what we don't. I'm grateful that I am alive and have a wonderful family and often when we are out in the car driving through the countryside and I see the leaves turning in the Autumn or the yellow fields in the summer I say out loud "Today I feel blessed to be alive" and I breathe in the air.
Making small changes to the way we think can help tremendously on our outlook on life, even if you start with just one thing you are grateful for, feel blessed for then it is a start to what will become a life filled with counting our blessings.
Rachel
My wild flowers in our garden......they are everywhere and give me such pleasure x
Sunday, 13 July 2014
The Art Of Communication
I always thought the art of communication was a two way thing and that everyone involved in a conversation was meant to contribute but that's not always the case. Some people just like talking more than others and you're very lucky to get two words in, once you leave the room you're left wondering why your ears are ringing and your head hurts but I've come to a conclusion.....
Some people will talk for their country because maybe they live on their own and don't have anyone to talk to so that when they hook up in work or social events they enjoy the company so much that they feel relaxed and will talk or perhaps they feel you are a good listener and that is really important to them at a particular moment in time.
I do feel that it is important for all parties to join in a conversation otherwise it can just be one sided and that's no good but sometimes we just need to listen to what the person is talking about and ask ourselves whether they need a shoulder to lean on, guidance or just need to get a heavy load off their chest, so listening and being a good friend is important.
I know that when something is bothering me I tend to talk more but I'm more of listener and although I do like to add my voice to a conversation I am more than aware of the other person's energies and whether they need a friend to talk to. Find a balance between talking and listening so that everyone has the chance to join in, what you don't want is to meet up and to always be the listener, it does have to work both ways but on occasions when your friend needs to get anything off her/his chest then sit back preferably with a glass of wine, some nibbles and listen.
Rachel x
Some people will talk for their country because maybe they live on their own and don't have anyone to talk to so that when they hook up in work or social events they enjoy the company so much that they feel relaxed and will talk or perhaps they feel you are a good listener and that is really important to them at a particular moment in time.
I do feel that it is important for all parties to join in a conversation otherwise it can just be one sided and that's no good but sometimes we just need to listen to what the person is talking about and ask ourselves whether they need a shoulder to lean on, guidance or just need to get a heavy load off their chest, so listening and being a good friend is important.
I know that when something is bothering me I tend to talk more but I'm more of listener and although I do like to add my voice to a conversation I am more than aware of the other person's energies and whether they need a friend to talk to. Find a balance between talking and listening so that everyone has the chance to join in, what you don't want is to meet up and to always be the listener, it does have to work both ways but on occasions when your friend needs to get anything off her/his chest then sit back preferably with a glass of wine, some nibbles and listen.
Rachel x
Friday, 11 July 2014
Season Magick
Just a quick post today for the Ultimate Blog Challenge.......
I love all the seasons each with their personalities that sometimes gets mixed up, I love Spring for her rebirth and all the potential of the colour that is too come, I love Summer with her warmth and harvest, I love Autumn with her beautiful colours and the changes to Mother Earth that she makes and I love Winter with her chillyness and bareness that gives us hope of the warmer months ahead.
At the moment we are in full flow of Summer and we are lucky this year because we've had mostly warm days with a blue sky and it's a pleasure to sit outside and listen to the birds singing, the bees buzzing, the butterflies dancing and the flowers blooming, it makes me feel good to be alive and although some of the leaves on my Oak trees are turning red I'm going to still cling on to Summer for as long as I can because sometimes we just don't want to let go just yet.
Rachel x
I love all the seasons each with their personalities that sometimes gets mixed up, I love Spring for her rebirth and all the potential of the colour that is too come, I love Summer with her warmth and harvest, I love Autumn with her beautiful colours and the changes to Mother Earth that she makes and I love Winter with her chillyness and bareness that gives us hope of the warmer months ahead.
At the moment we are in full flow of Summer and we are lucky this year because we've had mostly warm days with a blue sky and it's a pleasure to sit outside and listen to the birds singing, the bees buzzing, the butterflies dancing and the flowers blooming, it makes me feel good to be alive and although some of the leaves on my Oak trees are turning red I'm going to still cling on to Summer for as long as I can because sometimes we just don't want to let go just yet.
Rachel x
Thursday, 10 July 2014
Believe
A wish of mine is that more people believe in themselves, we tend to be missing that part of the jigsaw piece in the puzzle of our life. To me, having belief in who you are and your abilities is important, belief helps us grow as a person, it allows us the freedom to create a environment that represents us.
Without belief we shy away from challenges and from society and bury our heads in the sand refusing to put ourselves out there. We might slowly shrivel away and lead a life that our full potential will never know and that is such a shame.
All you need to do on a daily basis is to encourage your positive side to come out more often, tell yourself that you can achieve whatever you put your mind to. Build up your confidence and don't shy away from life but instead grab it with both hands and try those hands at creating. Live life to it's fullest and take all the opportunities you can at having fun, being creative, being you.
I know you can do it because it resides within you....believe.
Rachel x
Without belief we shy away from challenges and from society and bury our heads in the sand refusing to put ourselves out there. We might slowly shrivel away and lead a life that our full potential will never know and that is such a shame.
All you need to do on a daily basis is to encourage your positive side to come out more often, tell yourself that you can achieve whatever you put your mind to. Build up your confidence and don't shy away from life but instead grab it with both hands and try those hands at creating. Live life to it's fullest and take all the opportunities you can at having fun, being creative, being you.
I know you can do it because it resides within you....believe.
Rachel x
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