Charms Of Light

Around The Corner.... ~ A Poem ~

caryl@charmsoflight.com (Charms Of Light) — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 11:59:00 +0000

Around the corner I have a friend
In this great city that has no end,
Yet the days go by and weeks rush on,
And before I know it, a year is gone
And I never see my old friends face,
For life is a swift and terrible race,
She knows I like her just as well

As in the days when I rang her bell,
And she rang mine.
We were younger then,
And now we are busy, tired men.
Tired of playing a foolish game,
Tired of trying to make a name.
"Tomorrow" I say "I will call on Jane"
"Just to show that I'm thinking of her"

But tomorrow comes and tomorrow goes,
And distance between us grows and grows.
Around the corner!-yet miles away,
"Here's a telegram sir-"
"Jane died today."
And that's what we get and deserve in the end.
Around the corner, a vanished friend.

If you love someone, tell them.
Remember always to say "what you mean".
Never be afraid to express yourself.
Take this opportunity to tell someone what they mean to you.
Seize the day and have no regrets.
Most importantly, stay close to your friends and family,
They have helped to make you the person you are today,
What it's all about anyway. Pass this along to your friends.
Let it make a difference in your day and theirs.

Source: http://web.me.com/david.hallett/Communicating_with_Angels/So_Below/So_Below.html

Symptoms of Inner Peace ~ A Poem

caryl@charmsoflight.com (Charms Of Light) — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 13:40:00 +0000

Symptoms of Inner Peace

A tendency to think and act spontaneously rather than from fears based on past experiences.

An unmistakeable ability to enjoy each moment.

A loss of interest in judging self.

A loss of interest in judging others.

A loss of interest in conflict.

A loss of interest in interpreting the actions of others.

A loss of ability to worry.

Frequent, overwhelming episodes of appreciation.

Contented feelings of connectedness with others and nature.

Frequent attacks of smiling through the eyes of the heart.

Increasing susceptibility to love extended by others, combined with uncontrollable urge to extend it.

An increasing tendency to let things happen, rather than make them happen.

♥ Author ~ Saskia Davis ♥

Thank you, Lynn, for allowing me to share this beautiful poem!

Love is Energy.....

caryl@charmsoflight.com (Charms Of Light) — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 14:00:00 +0000

Life is all about the love.... Love is Energy - Pass it Forward! :)

Energy & Patience

caryl@charmsoflight.com (Charms Of Light) — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 14:54:00 +0000

I have been noticeably moving forward on my own spiritual path over the last few months. Lately, I have felt another strong build up of energy. I see waves of energy all around and others have told me about the many beautiful colours that they see. I don't see colours and haven't seen actual formed shapes as yet, but again my own guides are telling me, "Patience", so maybe that is coming. What I do have is a really deep direct sensing of someone or something which needs passing on to others. The messages I receive from my guides and Angels are so much stronger now, but what I've noticed more recently is the stronger connection I can find with other people's guides and Angels.

Some weeks ago, I was in the middle of my tai chi class when suddenly, an energy form of a wood nymph stepped out from the wall and started jumping up and down in front of me. This little nymph wouldn’t stop until I told my teacher that he was there for her, then he stood over at my teacher's side and gave me a huge grin. Obviously my teacher hadn't been listening to her guides lately so this lovely little fellow used me to get her attention.

There are more and more of these types of instances happening to me and I do love the connection, however often there can be many messages from many guides trying to be relayed at once and it can get rather foggy. I am learning to ask for the messages one at a time and now it seems I am not only practicing patience for my own growth, but teaching patience as well! :)

I feel I am on the path I'm meant to be and am so grateful to have found it. I love what I do and hope I can continue to grow and help others find their way on their own paths. It has been an enjoyable ride so far and I'm sure it's only going to get bigger and better!

Love and many blessings,
Caryl ~♥~

The Time Is Now!

caryl@charmsoflight.com (Charms Of Light) — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 15:12:00 +0000

Years ago my watch fell off my wrist at JFK Airport. I was horrified and dragged my poor 3 (then) toddlers all over the airport looking for it. Well, what was I going to do without my watch? I needed it so I wouldn't be late to anything and possibly miss something important! How could I possibly go on without knowing how long I had before I had to be somewhere else or how long before I arrived at my next destination etc... etc... etc...

Wow! I look back at those days now and think that losing my watch was one of the best things that ever happened to me. Why? You may well ask.

Without a watch I have learned to appreciate what I am doing in the "now". I have learnt to make the most of and really enjoy what I am doing, rather than focusing or even worrying about how much longer I may have to do it. Sure, there are still schedules I have to be aware of but I find so much more gets done now and I get so much more out of what I do. When I wore a watch I was always glancing at it, taking my attention away from who I was with or what I was doing, afraid that I would miss my next appointment when in fact, what I was really missing was the experience I was currently having. I was never fully there.

I have never again worn a watch and today, I can honestly say that I fully experience the "now" of everything I do. I live in the present as that is all there really is.

What is the time? The time is now!!

Random Acts of Kindness

caryl@charmsoflight.com (Charms Of Light) — Fri, 09 Oct 2009 16:55:00 +0000

An inspirational video that I feel is important to share. This is something we all need to do more of...

~♥~ Step forward into the light and be healed! ~♥~

caryl@charmsoflight.com (Charms Of Light) — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 11:57:00 +0000

I am very excited to be showing you this beautiful painting. It was created for Charms Of Light by a dear friend, Elaine Clayton. Her website is illuminara.com.

This artwork has been designed to give you a healing vibration that encourages you to step forward into the light and be healed. Like all you see at Charms Of Light, it has been created with energy, light & love.

Come and see the new-look Charms Of Light website for healing with energy, light, love & beauty!

Love ~♥~

caryl@charmsoflight.com (Charms Of Light) — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 11:34:00 +0000

~♥~
Begin each day with Love. Fill each day with Love. End each day with Love
~♥~

Stop & Smell the Roses!

caryl@charmsoflight.com (Charms Of Light) — Thu, 01 Oct 2009 14:57:00 +0000

"Stop and smell roses" is more than an adage. It's true! Smelling roses opens the heart chakra and uplifts you. Find a rose and enjoy. ~ Doreen Virtue

Healing Gemstone Gifts

caryl@charmsoflight.com (Charms Of Light) — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 10:18:00 +0000

These are just a few of the beautiful healing gemstone gifts that I now have available at Charms Of Light - Healing.

Gemstone Healing Hearts

Gemstone Healing Wands

Gemstone Healing Pendulums

Gemstone Eggs

Gemstone Guardian Angels

There is a lovely range of different gemstones to choose from. Come visit - I'm sure you'll find something you'll love!! :)

I Wish For You...

caryl@charmsoflight.com (Charms Of Light) — Tue, 15 Sep 2009 10:20:00 +0000

I came across this beautiful message today and had to share it with you...

Love, light & many blessings ~♥~

Love and Light

caryl@charmsoflight.com (Charms Of Light) — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 09:54:00 +0000

Think of the sun as "love". When it shines, it casts beautiful rays of light upon you. That light is "love".

When the sun is hidden behind a cloud, it still shines, just as your inner light shines. When you smile, like the sun, you are casting a beautiful light of love upon everyone.

The colours of the sun setting are pure love. Keep that love within your heart always!

Manifestation

caryl@charmsoflight.com (Charms Of Light) — Tue, 08 Sep 2009 10:08:00 +0000

What is manifestation? The thesaurus says manifestation is:

a clear appearance; "a manifestation of great emotion"
a manifest indication of the existence or presence or nature of some person or thing; "a manifestation of disease"
an appearance in bodily form (as of a disembodied spirit)
expression without words; "tears are an expression of grief"; "the pulse is a reflection of the heart's condition"
a public display of group feelings (usually of a political nature); "there were violent demonstrations against the war"

If you use your energy thoughts well, you have the power to manifest whatever you wish. Yes, it's all about energy and the power of the mind! We attract into our lives, whatever we think about. That IS manifestation!

When you use the power of the mind in this way, it is important to let the intention manifest itself. If you think too much about how something will manifest, you are interfering with the intention and therefore limiting its process and possibly the end result. Allow the energy to flow and let the Universe do its work. All you need to do is to focus on what you envision and be open to signs and opportunities that come your way that will help manifest that intention into being.

Stay positive in your thoughts. If you think about what you don't want, the energy has to start with just that - what you don't want. For example: when a child climbs up a high tree, you will often hear a parent call out, "Don't fall!" To not fall, that child must think about actually falling, so that they can turn that thought around and not do it! To focus the energy in a better way, it is much better to say, "Hold on tight!" Think about it.....

Think in the now. Become the person you want to be. Believe you can make things happen. Rely on your own energy to manifest your dreams. Be a happy person. When you are happy, your vibration is in a state of receiving which makes it much easier for the Universe to deliver. A happy person is a positive one who has the type of energy to create anything they want.

What are you thinking right now?

The Power of the Mind!

caryl@charmsoflight.com (Charms Of Light) — Mon, 07 Sep 2009 08:58:00 +0000

Your thoughts are extremely powerful energy forms. Be careful what you think......

When I was 12 years old, I convinced my mother that I had a terrible stomach ache just to get out of going to school. That was the day of the compulsory cross-country fun run and I couldn't (and still don't) understand how the words "fun" and "run" could be put into the same sentence together! Anyway, my mother allowed me to stay at home and throughout the morning I would make the right moans and groans of someone in pain. After a little while my mother asked me to quit making noises as she knew I had been faking it. By lunch time though my stomach really was aching and I started moaning with pain, but she didn't believe me.... until 5:00pm that afternoon when she could see that I was serious and took me to the doctor. By 6:00pm I was in hospital having an emergency appendectomy!!!

I had thought about having a stomach ache for so long that I actually brought on a serious case of appendicitis! Never under-estimate the incredible power of the mind!!

• If you think you aren't capable of doing something you probably won't be able to do it.
• If you think you're going to get sick you probably will.
• If you think you're going to be sad for the rest of your life you probably will.

Can you see a pattern here? Now turn all this around and start using those thoughts in a positive way. Having positive thoughts will enable you to become a positive person and that energy will spill over into everything you do and to everyone around you.

Start thinking, "Sunshine, Smiles, Healthy, Love ........." and see the difference! :)

The Eye Of God

caryl@charmsoflight.com (Charms Of Light) — Thu, 03 Sep 2009 12:22:00 +0000

A very rare photo, taken by NASA with the Hubbell telescope. It is called, "The Eye Of God"!

An event like this occurs only once in 3000 years.

This photo has been passed on to me a few times over the last few years and each time it reaches me, it is at a time of change in my life.

A coincidence or a sign? No matter what, it is a picture worth sharing. Take a good look and see if it can help create a change for the better in your life too!

Balancing Energy

caryl@charmsoflight.com (Charms Of Light) — Wed, 26 Aug 2009 08:08:00 +0000

As an energy worker it is often expected that advice be given freely to anyone and everyone whenever the opportunity arises. Let's face it, we intuitively know (or can work out) what to do or how to handle certain situations so why not just hand it out when asked. Because we are who we are, we usually do this without a second thought.

However, it's important to remember, that as an energy worker - (as for anyone in any type of job) - we need a balance of energy ourselves to be able to keep offering the best of our skills to others. If we keep giving to all, without return, an imbalance takes place. This creates feelings of tiredness and subconcious thought patterns of being taken for granted which start to creep into everyday life.

Other people do their jobs with a return on the specific skills that they bring to those jobs. This return brings an energy balance into play which naturally evens out on both sides. They have "given" in their work and then "received" in payment for their work. This is a balanced exchange of energy.

Our work should also be treated this way. When we "give" by using our skills to help others, it is important to also "receive" in payment for the use of those skills. It is only when that exchange of energy stays balanced that we all get the full benefits and rewards that those skills can offer.

Thank you for reading! :)

Charms Of Light - Healing

caryl@charmsoflight.com (Charms Of Light) — Thu, 20 Aug 2009 11:03:00 +0000

Years ago, when I originally started the Charms Of Light business, I was thinking about combining healing & beauty together. Healing with gemstones created into beautiful jewellery seemed the perfect idea. The name "Charms Of Light" popped into my head at the time and it just felt so right, as every piece of jewellery I create is made with love and an intent to heal, therefore they are all "Charms Of Light"! I openly thank my Angels for giving me the name to work with. :)

As time has moved on, I have had the honour and opportunity to create these Charms Of Light for many different people. The experience has helped me to grow, just as much as I have helped others and I thank each and every person along the way, for the part they have played. My business has grown, offering not only healing jewellery but healing gifts as well, while Reiki and Distant healing on an intuitive level are very much part of what Charms Of Light is now all about.

As I move forward in my journey with Charms Of Light, I believe it is time to branch out further and offer ways of teaching others to heal themselves. Healing workshops are now being planned for one-on-one, as well as group sessions. I am excited about these workshops and look forward to working with more people, helping to guide them to natural healing with positive energy.

Love, light & many blessings! :)

When Imitation is not Flattery!

caryl@charmsoflight.com (Charms Of Light) — Wed, 19 Aug 2009 06:00:00 +0000

I work hard at what I do and find much satisfaction from the achievements I have made. My business is growing and I thank past, present and future customers & clients for helping me to touch so many lives across the different aspects of the Charms Of Light business.

Because I work so hard and am honest in all I do, it upsets me a great deal when I come across something that is immoral. Yesterday, I was surfing the web and came across another website that sells jewellery. I was astonished to see that they were using my photograph of an Amethyst bracelet that I created for my own website. They were using this to sell their company and its jewellery products. Not only that, they were also using exact words taken from the homepage of my website to extol the virtues of their own jewellery.

In the jewellery industry, you often find other companies selling designs similar to your own but you don't expect them to be using your own photo of one of your own creations! Some will say, that imitation is a form of flattery but this also hurts!

It is an outright infringement of copyright laws and is illegal!

Recycled Fashion

caryl@charmsoflight.com (Charms Of Light) — Tue, 18 Aug 2009 10:48:00 +0000

I am a big fan of recycling. Not only does it save money, but it is also good for the environment. Even when I was a fashion designer (before my children came along), I would happily recycle scarves and turn them into skirts etc. Nowadays, my daughter turns old skirts into new fashion items all the time, keeping her unique style within a very economical budget. However, when a friend sent me this picture the other day, I couldn't help but wonder whether it's about time for someone to draw a line on how clothes should be recycled!

Take a closer look. Men's underwear with the crotch cut out and turned into a top. This is either recycling at its best, or its very worst!

Spread the Sunshine!

caryl@charmsoflight.com (Charms Of Light) — Thu, 13 Aug 2009 23:01:00 +0000

We all have thoughts that come over us with such strong intention that they can often surprise us. These are often just ideas of how we are feeling at the time, or sometimes they can be a few positive (or not so positive) words! When these thoughts, or ideas, are written down or spoken, they become much more powerful than if they are kept to yourself.

For example, yesterday was as normal a day as any. I did some work & a few other things, then felt a surge of positivity come over me. I felt pleased with myself, confident & very positive. It is not unusual for me to feel this way but it was so strong I needed to share, so wrote down the following few words on twitter & facebook, "I am feeling good. Positive energy is around me. I AM the energy! :)"

This statement was obviously so meaningful that it was retweeted a number of times and I received quite a few messages from people about how good it made them feel. I hadn't intended to write a quote or put a particular message out there for others to follow, it was just my own feelings at the time. What a powerful message it sent back to me though.

When you are feeling good or are enjoying the sunlight on your face - let others know, because it is certain to make them feel it too. We all have the power to raise the spirits of others, so let's keep sharing those positive thoughts and feelings.

Spread the sunshine! :)

Life is a Song.....

caryl@charmsoflight.com (Charms Of Light) — Thu, 13 Aug 2009 08:00:00 +0000

"Life is a song. Love is the lyrics."

So sing, sing, sing and make it meaningful & full of joy! :)

Happy Times

caryl@charmsoflight.com (Charms Of Light) — Mon, 10 Aug 2009 15:14:00 +0000

Some of my happiest times are spent with family. I have just come back from a lovely holiday in Les Gets (French Alps). We stayed in a chalet run by Jim & Cat of Pure Mountain Holidays for a week of fresh air and relaxation.

Our days were filled with walks, drives & picnics by lakes and on mountain tops. A wonderful time spent together away from the day to day hustle & bustle of work, school etc. etc....

Some time ago, I wrote about living life as it comes. Well, this holiday was no different. We didn't plan anything, just went with the flow and made the most of whatever opportunities came our way.... How many families can say they spent one afternoon playing Monopoly together and the next jumping off the top of a mountain seeing magnificent views of a snow covered Mont Blanc as well as Lake Geneva whilst para-gliding back down?

OK, so the holiday wasn't ALL relaxation - but how can you turn down the chance of that type of exhilaration when it is put in front of you? When something like this is shared, it becomes so much more worthwhile. Memories of smiles are made of times like these with family and we are all much closer because of them.

Life really is a beautiful adventure - make the most of every minute - preferably shared! :)

Happiness is a Butterfly

caryl@charmsoflight.com (Charms Of Light) — Thu, 30 Jul 2009 14:02:00 +0000

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

Gemstones for EMF Health

caryl@charmsoflight.com (Charms Of Light) — Tue, 28 Jul 2009 14:18:00 +0000

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

caryl@charmsoflight.com (Charms Of Light) — Mon, 20 Jul 2009 15:43:00 +0000

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.