Honor Your Father, Honor Yourself

As I had stated in my last blog post "So You Think Your Intuitive?" my path has brought me better relationships. Even though my father past away 8 years ago I know him better now and feel closer to him. In doing his numerology I see him, for the first time, as the sensitive creative man that he was.  In numerology terms, his life path was a 29/11. His "11" energy (double creativity) was regularly expressed by creating or fixing things. We will forgive him for having the yard look like Sanford and Son  at times because he left behind wonderful memories and traditions.  

My mother was/is the Queen of the kitchen but my dad did his fair share of food creations.  The kitchen just wasn’t his preparation area of choice. My dad perfected sauerkraut during Wisconsin winters in the garage. He occasionally made wine and sulze (headcheese) in his brothers’ basements during the holidays. During moist summer months, his respite from gardening was sticking his head into a homemade smoker located in the driveway. Right next to the orange Dodge van, he smoked to perfection, the best salmon I have ever tasted.  

If he wasn’t creating something from scratch out side of the kitchen, he would try to kick meals up a notch. By adding copious amounts of hot sauce, garlic or vinegar that made most people cringe, he claimed “I made it better, taste it.” My dad’s tendency to add vinegar to just about anything started another family favorite; fried potatoes topped with a fried egg doused in vinegar.

I’m glad that the wine and headcheese tradition has fallen away. Feeling blessed that family tradition of the kraut making is alive and well. Also that my freezer usually contains some thanks to my brothers. I’m a little upset though, that no one can reproduce his smoked fish. Darn us for not writing down how many cottage cheese containers of salt he added to his tall white brine bucket. Darn us for not counting the hands full of brown sugar and asking what temperature he smoke it at.

In honor of my dad, his creativity and for his willingness to share it, I offer you a glimpse into my kitchen. As I reflect and embrace the encouragement he gave me to create, I realize that I will also honor myself. I give you my latest concoctions:  

                                Hawaii Meets a Hot Irishman

                                Heat 1 c sauerkraut, topped with
                                2 slices pepper jack cheese until cheese is melted
                                Pour over 1 c cubed avocado, top with
                                1 T  1000 island dressing

                                F+#@ Root Beer Float (no ice cream*)
                                Fill blender 2/3 with ice
                                Add:  3 c almond milk
                                          3oz Root Beer vodka
                                          3oz Whipped Cream vodka
                                          4oz Root Beer

                                Blend well, serve in a margarita glass to fully enjoy the froth.
                                If you prefer less froth, put all ingredients in a martini shaker, shake away
                                Note: the F+#@ serves as a warning. They don’t taste like alcohol
                                so they are very dangerous! * In Hawaii ice cream is $9 a gallon and $6
                                a pint for organic!

I miss you dad.

Happy Father’s Day to all the men who help raise us, Tricia

So You Think You're Intuitive?

 We all have intuitive abilities of one sort or another, starting with dreams and moving on from there. I am discovering that many of my clients, friends and family possess intuitive abilities. Each of them have an unique experience unto themselves.  One thing that ties them all together: Faith.

Faith in themselves.

Faith in their abilities.

Faith in Source/God/Spirit.

 When I was receiving messages about “faith” I assumed it was reference to needing a stronger faith in Source/God/Spirit. It took me a long time to even embrace the word faith. It sounds so churchy so the assumption seemed well grounded. It wasn’t being short of faith in a higher power that held me back. It was faith in myself that I lacked. So how does one go about this faith business?

Faith in my abilities had been growing and while I had struggled to understand them, it became clear to me that most people are struggling. With their faith. With health issues. With addictions. With relationships. I began looking at people differently, with much more compassion.

As my trip down Metaphysical Lane went full speed and this new clarity and compassion became more a part of me, it lead to better relationships. First with myself and now with others. If I hadn’t gone down this path I might had suffered a second divorce, still be mad at my dad (anger causes inflammation, cancer and wrinkles, none of which I want) and continue to avoid calling my mother. I honestly thought that this path would require me to “let go” of many relationships. In creating a life that is a reflection of my true heart’s desire, I expected things to change. My life will be different and I reasoned, the people would be too. What happened was, the relationships changed in dynamics and I only needed to “let go” of how they use to be.  

Most profound change is the relationship with my mother. In the past, her religious attitude made me want to avoid her much of the time. Partly because of her beliefs but mostly because of how she pushes her beliefs onto others. She will not accept the fact that many of her children will not “practice” like her. My mother actually believes she is responsible for our souls. Wow. What a heavy burden. But that is not even the half of it.

Here is the kicker. My mother has the ability to ask questions to her guides and get answers! This wasn’t a total surprise as I had done her numerology and knew she possessed the ability quiet strongly.  My prior conversations with my mother had been calculated regarding how much I was revealing to her about my new truth so I did have  hope for this type of conversation. After laying this on me she said, “Well, I don’t ask because I know I won’t like the answers.”

I was baffled, thumbing myself on the head like I should have had a V-8.

I asked, “Mom, if you go to church and practice your faith and you are afraid of your ability and you don’t listen, how do you expect rest of us to do it?”  She laughed uncomfortably, sounding as if she was holding back tears and said, “I don’t know.” The beauty in her vulnerability astounded me.

That is okay that you don’t know Mom.  Many of us don’t. One thing I am sure of is that we get to decide how we want to use our intuitive gifts. We get to figure out how they fit into our life’s purpose. We can follow our true heart’s desire and use our intuitive gifts to help us. We get to discover how they are uniquely ours. Heck, when we get good at it we can even use it to help others, if we want.  

We just need a little faith.

Mahalo! Tricia

June Guidance

Free Monthly Guidance from The Energy Garden

Horoscopes offer some hint as to what is to come based on our birth date. Numerology takes this concept a step forward and offers valid insight on life challenges based on our birth number. It is when we resolve those challenges that we get closer to our true potential. I offer you a bit of this insight here. First, in general terms, and then in more specific terms based on your birth number. A “Numeroscope” if you will.

June is upon us, it is the 6th month. The energy of 6 brings us love. The kind that is nurturing to others. The kind that is of home and family. It’s no surprise then that we talk of June brides and family summer vacations. Six is also the teacher of teachers. Who better to teach us love then our family?

Can you imagine for a moment a place where there was nothing to stop love from coming to you? A place where love flowed from all sources? A place where nothing you said (or didn’t say) and nothing you did (or didn’t do) stopped love from coming to you? I know parents understand this type of love. Mothers especially understand this. My mother recently told me: “There is nothing that my children can do to make me stop loving them. I always worry. I will always worry, worry, worry about them. I cannot stop.” (Thanks mom.) And so I wish for you to find that place, that place of unconditional love, where it is always flowing to you and from you.

Would you like to create more peace, harmony and love with your parents, spouse, children, or siblings? You can. It could start from a simple conversation. Understanding, forgiveness, appreciation, and compassion are all important elements. Things that block unconditional loves truth: assumptions, rigidity, limitations and prejudice. Know that your own intentions will have extra power this month. May this month’s guidance bring you closer to this love energy that you so much deserve.

To calculate your Life Path Number, add all the digits of your birthdate until you get a single digit. For example November 30, 1975 is calculated: 1+1+3+1+9+7+5 = 27,  2+7 = 9. This person’s Life Path Number is a 9 so they would scroll down to "9" to find the Numeroscope message. For those working the 10, 11 or 12 path, I have added them.

Here is your guidance for the month of June based on your Life Path Number:

1            Spend time outdoors with your family and connect to nature. Plant a garden, adopt a pet, go camping or hiking.

2           Open yourself to new beginnings. Dive into something fresh. Spring clean your home. Make space for the new things that you have asked for, for you have been heard.

3            You’ve got the power! You can resolve any situation. You have more abilities that you are aware of right now. Have the courage to speak your truth to the ones closest to you.

4            Heal a parent/daughter relationship. Allow your inner child to play. Give your worries to Heaven.

5            You have an important connection with children. The Universe is trying to relay a message to you regarding them. Pay attention and know that it could be as simple as your own inner child wanting to play.

6             Is there a male in your life or someone’s son that needs you now? If your intuitive feelings are guiding you to this, take action.

7             Express yourself. Dance, as if no one is watching. Sing, as if no one can hear. Celebrate your uniqueness. Like-minded people will be attracted to you. As for what others might think of you; it is none of your business.

8             Healing energy surrounds you at this time. You, or someone close to you, have healing abilities that can heal the current situation.                                                                                         

9             Are you trying to make a decision? You may not have all the information you need. Trust that the information you need will come to you. Watch, wait, and listen.

10           To manifest your desires simply use positive affirmations. Daily meditation and visualization will be very beneficial.

11             You are concerned about an outcome of a situation. Ceremoniously dispose of your worries, double check your facts, and get some rest. Staying centered in faith at this time. Know and trust that all will work out in a divine way.

12            Let go of old communication habits, they do not serve you. Have you been trying to “keep the peace?” Only say “Yes” to things that bring you joy. Have no guilt for saying “No” to things that do not, for you are a role model. Don’t you want everyone to be happy? It starts with you. 

I will bring you this guidance the 4th Monday of each month for the following month. The next free monthly reading for July will appear Monday, June 23. If you want more information on your Life Path or Numerology send me an email at theenergygarden@outlook.com . I will send a free mini Life Path reading to the first person who sends me a request.  Anyone who makes a donation (heart icon on lower left of each blog page) will receive a free mini reading as well. Just send me an email to confirm the date/time of your donation.      

Mahalo and Happy Summer Lovin'!

Tricia

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A Gift from Yourself

I awoke recently with a very pleasant feeling. The feeling was almost overwhelming. It was similar to falling in love. Bliss, maybe? Before I opened my eyes, I search my brain for what could have stirred up such an emotion. A wonderful dream.

I play it over in my brain, putting it in order. Three men stared in my dream. One is an old classmate, Curt. The second man I do not know, he appeared only one time standing between the other two men. The last is a very tall blond, we have just started dating. He was the one who sent me into bliss.

I am in a dimly lit tunnel. Everyone around me is rushing. I feel the
need to get somewhere too.  A familiar face comes into view,
it is my friend Curt. He is here to help me.  But no!
He violently slams me to the ground.

Everyone is gone and I cannot get to where I need to go.
I am sad, broken and naked. Aware of my nakedness,
I search for clothing but cannot lift my arms to put it on. The              
 tall blond man appears, he helps me to my feet. While standing
naked in front of him, he dresses me. There is a smile on his face.  

I am in a clothing store, three men appear at the front. I notice it is Curt,
another man and the blond I had been dating. Memories of the incident
             fill my head. I want to avoid Curt but I want to avoid the blond man more.              
  He has seen me sad, broken, and naked. I feel embarrassment and shame     
rush in when I recalled the smile on his face.

I sneak around toward the exit, I am almost there when someone
grabs my arm. It is the blond man. He is smiling that smile again.
It feels different this time. “You are smiling that smile, what does it mean?
Why do you smile at me like that?” He says; “I have seen all of you,
your pain, your hurt, your broken bones, I have seen all of you and

 I love you.”

The dream ends with him about to kiss me. The men represent my past, present and future. Curt represents my past self, the one that slammed me down to the ground when I needed to do something important. The man I don’t know, is my current self. The blond man is my future self. He represents the bliss I can feel if I allow myself to be vulnerable.

I found many meanings in this dream but the main message is clear: your future holds bliss if you can allow yourself to be vulnerable. What a gift I have been given with this message.

Give yourself a gift and listen to your dreams both in wake and sleep.

All my love and light,

Tricia