Happiness is a Butterfly

This warms my heart and makes me smile. I hope it does for you too! :)

Gemstones for EMF Health

Not too long ago I was asked about Hematite & it's properties with relation to EMF Health. Now I am going to let you know what other gemstones I like for EMF protection.

Firstly, what is EMF?
EMF stands for Electromagnetic Fields. What are Electromagnetic Fields? The World Health Organisation says, "Electromagnetic radiation has been around since the birth of the universe; light is its most familiar form. Electric and magnetic fields are part of the spectrum of electromagnetic radiation which extends from static electric and magnetic fields, through radiofrequency and infrared radiation, to X-rays."

When it comes to gemstones and their help in protection from EMFs, I have found the following to be most helpful.

Amazonite protects against electromagnetic pollution and absorbs microwaves.

Amethyst protects against geopathic or electromagnetic stress.

Aventurine neutralises all sources of electromagnetic pollution, blocking out emanations from computers, television and other electronic equipment.

Bloodstone draws off negative environmental energy, helping to overcome influences such as geopathic or electromagnetic stress.

Clear Quartz (Rock Crystal) draws off negative energy of all kinds, neutralising background radiation, including electromagnetic smog or petrochemical emanations.

Diamond blocks electromagnetic stress and protects against cell phone emanations.

Jasper clears electromagnetic and environmental pollution, including radiation.

Lepidolite clears electromagnetic pollution.

Malachite guards against radiation and clears electromagnetic pollution.

Smokey Quartz gently neutralises negative vibrations and is detoxifying on all levels, prompting elimination of the digestive system and protecting against radiation and electromagnetic smog.

Sodalite combats radiation damage by soaking up electromagnetic smog.

What is your favourite gemstone to help protect against EMFs?

Being Positive

Are you living a positive life? Do you think positive thoughts? Do you see the good in others? Are you happy?
If a resounding, "YES", is the answer, then I congratulate you! Keep on doing whatever you do because life can only be great! If the answer is anything else, then you need to think about what you can change to create a more positive outlook.

I have written before about Affirmations and why they should be positive. Now I want you to think about just BEING positive and how it really can change the way you feel about - well - everything!

The more I work with healing energy, the more positive I feel. My life has certainly been full of its ups and downs, just like anyone else's over the years, but I have found that working with energy has helped me become a much more positive person. The more positive I become, the more I feel the energy and so it becomes a beautiful healing circle!

Here are some ways to remain more positive in your own life:

SMILE - It really does make a difference to how you feel, not to mention what it can do for others who see it!

Surround yourself with upbeat people - Mixing with others who are friendly, positive and loving can only help you have those feelings yourself.

Create a beautiful place to spend time in - Whether its a small patch of grass under your favourite tree, or a comfy chair in your living room. Spend a little time in this place every day to recharge and just be.

Be thankful - When you find something to be thankful for every day, you create loving feelings and positive energy for yourself.

Think "Happy" - When your thoughts are happy you become happy. It makes you smile. When you smile with real happiness, it lets the sunshine into your heart and spreads as love.

BE POSITIVE. BE HAPPY. BE SUNSHINE. BE LOVE.

I've been Tagged!!!!

Wow I've been tagged. Thank you Anne-Marie, The Crystal Lady - how fun this will be! Now you might even learn a little bit more about me and what makes me tick! :)

The rules of tagging are:

1. Respond and rework; answer the questions on your blog, replace one question that you dislike with a question of your invention, add one more question of your own (don't feel obliged as it's quite long already!)

2. Tag eight other people

What is your current obsession?
Ooh, I have to do Qi Gong every day and will always finish it off with Tai Chi. I'm also heavily into learning the principle moves of Nia dance, which incorporates three healing arts moves, three martial arts moves and three dance arts moves. Anything to do with mind, body & spirit!

What is your greatest achievement?
The obvious answer to this is my three incredible children. They make me proud every day!

Coffee or Tea?
I just love my cup of tea in the morning. I always use fresh tea leaves & usually start the day with a 50/50 mix of English Breakfast with Earl Grey. Yum! Then I love my herbal teas throughout the day too.

What’s for dinner?
Tonight I'm marinating some organic chicken wings and will serve them with brown rice and a stir fry of garlic with rainbow chard - fresh from the organic veggie & fruit box that I get delivered every week.

What have you just made?
I've just finished this necklace with Angelite coins & Hematite rice beads. I like the angelic energy connection of Angelite with the grounding force of Hematite. It's a new addition for the Charms Of Light collection, but I might keep one for myself too! :)


What are you listening to right now?
At this minute (while answering these questions), I'm listening to my middle child (son) playing his guitar. He writes his own music and I am his number one fan! :)

What is your favorite ice cream flavor?
Chocolate.

What do you think of the person who tagged you?
I've only recently "met" this very lovely lady. I think she is a lovely soul with a beautiful creative talent as well.

If you could go anywhere in the world for the next hour, where would you go?
I would definitely be sailing around the Greek Islands, but an hour is not going to be enough!

Which language do you want to learn?
I'm already pretty good at Australian, English & American - lol - actually, you'd be surprised how different these languages are. Having lived in all three of these countries, I learnt pretty quickly that it really isn't just an accent thing! I also speak almost fluent Bahasa Melayu from living in Malaysia, but that wasn't the question, was it! I would like to learn Spanish next.

What’s your favorite quote (for now)?
I'm not going to give you a famous quote, I'm going to give you a couple - one by a new friend and one of my own.

"Those who say it cannot be done shouldn't interrupt those doing it" by Sophie Lhoste.

"Smiling turns on the light inside. Shine it for others to see!" by me.

What is your favorite colour?
I've always been drawn to deep blues, but I do like most colours. I believe colours to be a very important part of healing - there is so much energy in them.

What is your dream job?
I'm doing it! To be surrounded by the healing energies of gemstones every day and to create special jewellery pieces for my customers is something I absolutely love doing. To help bring healing energy & harmony to people brings me so much joy and fulfillment, I can't really put it into words - or maybe I just did!

Do you admire anyone’s style?
By style, does this question mean in a fashion sense? Because there really isn't anyone I can think of that makes me go, "Ooh, wow, I have to get what she or he is wearing!"

Describe your personal style?
Hmmm! My own personal style is casual/comfortable. I don't go for what is so called "in fashion", because I feel that if you wear something that suits you, it will be fashionable. Too many times, I've seen people make the mistake of wearing, say, a mini skirt - "because it's the fashion" - when the legs are actually saying, "cover us up, we're too big to be out here!" Then again, I often greet my poor postman in pj's and froggy slippers! lol :D

What are you going to do after this?
Probably go out and get some fashionable slippers! lol ;)

What is your favorite fruit?
It used to be fresh mango, but I haven't had a really nice one since I left Australia. I discovered mangosteens in Malaysia, although they are nothing like mangos. They are more like a passionfruit on the outside, with small white segments of sweet juicy flesh inside. I had cravings for mandarins when I was pregnant with each of my kids. Yesterday I had the most delicious white nectarine!

What inspires you?
People who smile. Angels, music, laughter, love. Life!

Your favorite book?
I read a lot of biographies and have been known to enjoy the odd historical novel. To pick a favourite book is impossible. Although, one of the latest books that I thoroughly enjoyed was "Only Love Is Real" by Dr Brian Weiss. Dr Weiss is a psychiatrist and past-life therapist and this story is about two of his patients who were soulmates reunited. Definitely a good read for opening your mind.

Your favourite film?
Again, I can't choose a favourite film. When I was younger I just loved horror films, but can't and don't want to go near them anymore. Now I enjoy romantic comedies, anything that makes me smile.

Do you collect something?
I used to collect shells when I was young. I'd keep them in big old ice-cream containers and then thread them together into windchimes and necklaces. I've been collecting gemstones for years - I love their energy around me. Lately though, I've been collecting grey hairs! lol :)

What is your favorite smell?
Definitely fresh rain after a warm day. Nothing beats that, except the fresh rain on my home-grown herbs. Mmmm - lovely! Oh - honeysuckle and lavender. Frankincense and Sandlewood incense. The top of my son's heads when they were very small....... :))

What are you most proud of?
Other than my family of course - my ability to smile no matter what life throws at me! :)

How many times do you press the snooze button before you get up?
I don't use an alarm in the morning. I'm either awake with the light, or by the snoring beside me! ;)

Cats or dogs?
To be honest, I'm not much of a fan. When I was young, I was chased and bitten by a big black dog - have never really gotten over the experience. I love watching animals in their natural habitat though.

What’s your biggest fashion mistake?
Getting my hair permed and dyed blonde! Oh dear, to be reminded of that gives me a definite chill. That was just so wrong!

Complete the following:
Love is: the light that flows to everyone and all things.

What would you like to make next?
Joy in a bottle!

What's the best piece of advice you have been given?
Don't look at your watch when you have a glass of wine in the same hand! ;)


Ok, so now you know a little bit more about me..... Hello, are you still there.... ?

This is the hard part, after careful consideration I am choosing eight interesting people to tag. They are:

Empowered And Fit
Fairy Queen's Jewels
Julie May MGSW
Metal Rocks
Rock Your Wire
RuthAnn's Journey
Sacred Circle Mandalas
Sophie Lhoste Healing

Good luck & enjoy! :)

Healing Properties of Hematite

I was recently asked a question about Hematite and whether its antiferromagnetic property would be helpful to human EMF health, so felt I would re-write the healing properties of this stone. These are my own interpretations of the energies that I personally feel, as well as from the book, "Love Is In The Earth - A Kaleidoscope Of Crystals" by Melody.

Hematite, also spelled Haematite, is the mineral form of Iron Oxide.

It is linked to the Base Chakra and has associations with the zodiac signs of Aries and Aquarius. Its typical colours are black to steel or silver-grey, brown to reddish brown, or red.

Hematite grounds and protects us. It strengthens our connection with the earth, making us feel safe and secure. It endows us with courage, strength, endurance and vitality. A "stone for the mind", Hematite stimulates concentration and focus, enhancing memory and original thought.

Hematite utilises the magnetic qualities of our yin-yang energies to balance the meridians within the body and to provide a stable equilibrium between the ethereal nervous system and the physical nervous system. It focuses energy and emotions for balance between the body, mind and spirit.

Dissolves negativity and prevents you from absorbing the negativity of others. Haematite is strong, supporting timidity, boosting self-esteem and survivability, enhancing willpower and reliability, and imparting confidence. It helps to overcome compulsions and addictions, treating overeating, smoking and other forms of overindulgence.

Haematite restores, strengthens and regulates the blood supply, aiding blood conditions such as anaemia. It supports the kidneys and regenerates tissue. Stimulates the absorption of iron and formation of red blood cells. Treats leg cramps, anxiety and insomnia. Hematite aids spinal alignment and fractures.

Now, getting back to the original question about Hematite and EMF health, I can really only say that, from my own use, I do feel less affected by EMFs when I am wearing Hematite jewellery, or have a piece of Hematite somewhere within my aura, - eg: a tumblestone in my pocket.

I do also use other stones that are particularly good at protecting against EMFs, but I think that will be another post in the not too distant future.......

A Lovely Blog Award!

Wow - I've been given another blog award! I am really honoured. Thank you so much to The Crystal Lady for sending me "A Lovely Blog Award". All this makes me feel really appreciated! :)

So.... for the rules:

1. Accept the award, post it on your blog together with the name of the person who has granted the award, and his or her blog link.

2. Pass the award to 15 other blogs that love and/or have newly discovered.

3. Remember to contact the bloggers to let them know they have been chosen for this award.

4. Use the One Lovely Blog award picture from my blog, on your blog to let everyone know that you have one lovely Blog!

Well now, here are the blogs I choose. I know there aren't 15 of them, but they are quality!

Claudia Olivos and Sergio Olivos
Fairy Queen's Jewels
Metal Rocks
Rock Your Wire
RuthAnn's Journey
Sacred Circle Mandalas

Many thanks again to Anne-Marie for my Lovely Blog Award!

I Got an Award!

Many thanks to Emma of Fairy Queen's Jewels for nominating me for this award!!

I must pass this award on as the rules say - comment on this blog; cut and paste the award logo and use it on your own blog; nominate 5 to 10 blogs you feel show great attitude and gratitude; link to your nominees within your blog post; comment on their blogs to let them know they received the award; link back to the person who gave you the award to show your appreciation.

Wow - Attitude & Gratitude - I like that! :) Thank you again Emma.

Now, my nominations for this award are:

Metal Rocks
RuthAnn's Journey
Sacred Circle Mandalas
The Crystal Lady
Wisdom Path Art

Just For Today ........

Since I began my Reiki journey, I have realised the importance of "living for today" much more than I ever did before. Too many of us get caught up with little worries that are part of our daily lives, always something to do or think about or plan etc. etc....... We can got so bogged down that we forget about what is going on around us at the time - the actual day to day living that we should be making the most of. Let's face it - once today is gone, we can never get it back!

This is where the Reiki principles come into play. They are the Reiki ideals, as set by the founder, Dr Mikao Usui. I would like to share them with you.

Just for today.....

Just for today, I will let go of anger.

Just for today, I will let go of worry.

Just for today, I will give thanks for my many blessings.

Just for today, I will do my work honestly.

Just for today, I will be kind to every living thing.

Try it - "just for today" - let go - give thanks - be kind......

You will start to feel more relaxed and able to enjoy each day, each moment, of your life.


PS: What is the point of crying over spilt milk, or broken eggs!
I was baking the other day and needed just 3 egg whites. It was a day where I had lots to do and was feeling the pressure. I lost count how many eggs I cracked before I could get just the whites and thought...... "Just for today, I will not worry about how many eggs I crack to get 3 whites!" Made me loosen up and feel better about all the other stuff I had to do too! :)

Moon at North Pole

A picture too beautiful not to share. It is a scene you will probably never get to see.

This is the sunset at the North Pole with the moon at its closest point.

You can also see the sun below the moon.

An amazing photo that expresses so much and yet I cannot think of words. I just feel it so much. Enjoy!


When someone shares with you something of value, you have an obligation to share it with others. (Chinese saying)

The Healing Power of Kyanite

Kyanite, beautiful Kyanite. I am magnetically drawn to this amazing stone at the moment. It is one of the most magical gemstones around. I love its silvery blue-grey colouring and the iridescence is breathtaking. Kyanite is a gemstone with a quality of radiance unlike any other.

Kyanite is an excellent stone for meditation and attunement. It will not retain negative vibrations or energy, therefore never requiring clearing. Kyanite aligns all chakras and subtle bodies instantly. It provides balance of yin-yang energy and dispels blockages, moving energy gently through the physical body.

Kyanite has a calming effect on the whole being, bringing tranquility. It encourages psychic abilities and communication on all levels. It drives away anger, frustration, confusion and stress and helps to provide a capacity for linear and logical thought. Kyanite provides a stimulating energy, encouraging perserverance in and support of activities and situations which would normally reduce one’s strength. It can help when connecting to your spirit guides. Kyanite induces dream recall and can promote healing dreams.

Kyanite treats the urogenital system, adrenal glands and parathyroid glands. It aids in disorders of the throat, brain and muscular system. It helps to heal infections and lower blood pressure. Kyanite is a natural pain reliever.

Feeling the Energy

There is a huge shift in energy going on and I somehow feel that I am being gently, but determinedly, nudged along a path towards something bigger.... something important.... but can't quite yet understand just what.

My mind has been filled with bubbles of light and anticipation. I have been floating around on a high of being at one with the moment and letting things just flow over and around me. I feel a closeness with my Angels that I didn't feel before, their love surrounding me & lifting me above normal day to day activities. It feels I should just be going with the flow, so I do!

There is a huge awakening of my inner self and whilst I love the feel of floating, I am being told it is important to be grounded. What I can't seem to explain is that I am not only feeling the energy, but am now seeing it. It's like waves or currents of electricity that are flowing and flashing around. There are no colours - yet - but they are full of patterns and vibrations that seem to want to connect. It is magnetic - yet they also repel, like positive & negative poles.

My intuition tells me that this energy is all for the good and for now, I am learning a great deal about patience. When the time is right, I will be ready!

Affirmations

I like to start my day with an affirmation. What is an affirmation? To me, an affirmation is a positive statement of the truth that I wish to be. The thesaurus says an affirmation is a "declaration of the truth of something". - Well, that's pretty close, isn't it!

Affirmations must focus on the present and be positive. Negativity needs to be eliminated and you must believe that you can do it. Just wishing something to be a certain way, or to happen, isn't enough. You need to see that idea in the present for it to be that way, otherwise it will always remain in the future, as just "a wish". For example: "One day I will be happy" - is wishing to be happy one day in the future. It is likely to stay in the future if that is where your focus is. "I am happy" - is focusing on the now.

Affirmations are extremely helpful in changing your attitude or outlook and for bringing forward a more successful life, both personally and professionally.

As I can be impatient at times, my patience affirmation for today is: "All things happen at the perfect time".

Do you use affirmations? What is your affirmation for today?