Short update

Good morning,
Just thought I give a quick update. Shaun was not home until 02.30 am last night. It's being treated as a severe sprain , but could still be a fracture which does not show up on x-ray.His hand and fingers are bandaged up. He has to wait and see if it gets any better, if not - ouch !!! -his finger bones will have to be pulled into the right place again.
What did I say last week about the male species? Trouble??? They certainly keep you on your toes and from sleep !!! It was almost 03.00 am before I got into bed. Never a boring minute ! You think everything has calmed down and the next minute ... bang, something else ,lol.
Shaun was not even here - all this was reported to me by phone and MSN from Cloe , his girlfriend who lives a fair bit away. Shaun went to A&E straight from her families place, otherwise I would have been there with him.
While all this was happening last night his girlfriend was worried , so I was kept busy for a while calming her down as well, apart from making the necessary phone calls to his Dad to inform him of what's happening. So Jason went up to the hospital, kept him company and brought him back here in the end. Now he is fast asleep upstairs ,lol- while I am on MSN with Cloe who wants updates as well. I was up for 22 hours yesterday , I'm amazed I'm reasonably awake now after only about 5 hours sleep. Keep the coffee coming , that's all I say,lol !!!
Hugs Snowy

Here is a scanned pic of the trouble maker when he was younger.

Waiting Time

Hello- it's 01.41 am and I'm sitting here waiting for Shaun to be back from A&E . The silly boy fell over this afternoon (at least that's what he told me,lol) and injured his hand. By 9.30 pm the hand had swollen up , bruising was showing and he could neither feel , nor move some fingers. So up to A&E for him. His Dad is there with him , but until he is back I won't get any rest either. How long does it bloody take to get an x-ray done? So I thought I do my blog now while I'm waiting.

I scanned some older pictures and made layouts with them.This is at my uncles 50th birthday party - he is nuts ,lol. Well with some of us that seems to be passed on through the family.

Truck driver , likes playing with Fireworks and he has a whole cellar to himself where he build a huge Model Railway and happily plays with his trains. Not sure if he still got all that , but at least he used to. Next to him is my Aunt and myself .

And this one - cute little Shaun when he was 5 years old (lol- he's going to curse me for this !)

I have also been working on more Daily Download parts for the New Year. Here a little teaser.

Now it's time for the next points of Spiritual Awakening again.

42. Seeing a person's true form or seeing loved ones with a different face -- past life or parallel life.

43. Physically manifesting thoughts and desires more quickly and efficiently. Advice: Monitor your thoughts. All thoughts are prayers. Be careful what you ask for.

44. Left -brain fogginess. Your psychic abilities, your intuitive knowing, your feeling and compassion, your ability to experience your body, your visioning, your expressiveness all emanate from the right brain. In order for this side of the brain to develop more fully, the left brain must shut down a little bit. Normally the left-hemisphere's capacity for order, organization, structure, linear sequencing, analysis, evaluation, precision, focus, problem-solving, and mathematics dominate our often less-valued right brain. What results are memory lapses, placing words in the wrong sequence, inability or no desire to read for very long, inability to focus; forgetting what you are just about to say; impatience with linear forms of communication (audio or written formats); a feeling of spaciness, being scattered; losing interesting research or complex information; feeling bombarded with words and talk and information; and a reluctance to write. Sometimes you feel dull and have no interest in analysis, lively intellectual discussion, or investigation. On the other hand, you might find yourself drawn to the sensate: videos, magazines with photos, beautiful artwork, movies, music, sculpting, painting, being with people, dancing, gardening, walking, and other kinesthetic forms of expression. You may search for spiritual content, even science fiction. Advice: You may discover that if you allow your heart and your right brain to lead you, the left will then be activated appropriately to support you. And someday we will be well-balanced, using both hemispheres with mastery.- yep , got some of that sometimes

45. Dizziness. This occurs when you are ungrounded. Perhaps you have just cleared a big emotional issue and your body is adjusting to your "lighter" state. Advice: Ground yourself by eating protein. Sometimes "comfort food" feels right. Don't make any food right or wrong for you. Use your guidance to know what you need at any given moment. Take your shoes off and put your feet in the grass for a couple of minutes. -this is also well known to me

Anyway -this is all now - Shaun has just come in, I'll update you later.

Hugs Snowy

Brrr- it's getting colder...

Good morning again,

-well ,feels more like night ,lol- it's 04.55 am here and I wish I could just crawl back into my bed.Last night the temperature dropped and it got really chilly here , still not cold enough though- I really wish it would snow,lol. But that wishful thinking would be a miracle here where I am.

I watched New Moon -wow !! What a film, I love it. I read all the Twilight Saga books and was really looking forward for the second movie to come out. Over on Facebook there are already discussions between the girls which team they prefer. Some go for Team Edward , some for Team Jacob (the Werewolves) , so I shocked everybody by going with Team Voltori,lol. Yeah , I know - the rebel thing again - I just like the bad Vampires,Rofl.

Browsing through I came across something which caught my interest - I usually like Doc Martins , but these look great - Combat Boots for the Ladies. Yeah -I know - bad Boot fetish,lol. But I really, really like these

What I don't like is the price - if they would be gold plated I could understand it , but just for the name ? Forget it- I wouldn't spend that amount on a pair of boots !

I managed to get one Quickpage done yesterday after work , Nana wanted us to do a Nutcracker Quickpage , so this is my one.

It's done with my "Golden Yule kit" and Santa says if you are all really good you can have the page on Friday ,lol.

I got caught chilling out in front of the heater , not the most comfortable place , but if I'm tired I get cold. And at that moment it felt nice just to be close to the heater, never mind the hard floor.

Here are more points about Spiritual Awakening and then I have to get ready for work.

35. Communication with Spirit. Contact with angels, spirit guides, and other divine entities. Channeling. More and more people seem to be given this opportunity. Feeling inspiration and downloading information that takes form as writing, painting, ideas, communications, dance, etc
-I told about that yesterday

36. A sense of Oneness with all. A direct experience of this Wholeness. Transcendent awareness. Being flooded with compassion and love for all life. Compassionate detachment or unconditional love for all is what lifts us up to higher levels of consciousness and joy.

37. Moments of joy and bliss. A deep abiding sense of peace and knowing that you are never alone. Yes, I had that distinct feeling a couple of times

38. Integration: You become emotionally, psychologically, physically, and spiritually stronger and clearer. You feel as if you are in alignment with your Higher Self. -I think I’m on my way to that

39. Living your purpose: You know you are finally doing what you came to earth for. New skills and gifts are emerging, especially healing ones. Your life/work experiences are now converging and starting to make sense. You are finally going to use them all. Advice: Listen to your heart. Your passion leads you to where you must go. Go within and ask your Higher Power, "What is it you would have me do?" Watch for synchronicities. Listen.

40. Feeling closer to animals and plants. To some people, animals now seem to be more"human" in their behavior. Wild animals are less afraid. Plants respond to your love and attention more than ever. Some may even have messages for you. -I always had a link with animals,lol.

41. Seeing beings of other dimensions. The veil between dimensions is thinner, so it is not surprising. Just stay in your sovereignty. You are more powerful than you can ever imagine, so do not entertain fear. Ask your guides for help if you slip into fear.

That's all, more tomorrow again and here is just something which made me giggle-Hugs Snowy

Inspirational wordart in store

Hi again ,
I just came home from work. I was really glad it was a quiet day - because of the football it was quite late last night before I went to bed. Then up again at 05.00 am this morning. Lol- thanks for the compliments on my outfit. I mentioned on Saturday in my Twitter box that I had found some bargains in town-well that's it. The top has only cost me £ 4.00 , which is less than a packet of cigarettes . Put on top the silver leggings for £ 3.00 brings it to a total of £7.00 ( exactly $11.6302 as the currency converter tells me) -not bad hey? And not only that - I actually wore the top at work today as well. From Club wear to Day-time look .
Now you know why I was so chuffed to bits about my bargain hunter finds. Oh yes- not to forget another pair of over-knee socks for £2.00. I spend more on resource shopping than I did on this shopping trip,lol.

In case you wonder why I find it so easy to model this stuff -I used to be a Model for Hairdressing shows and had to walk the Catwalk a few times on competitions.

I don't think I ever told that yet.

Obviously that's years ago while I was working as a Hairdresser myself , but posing is still easy for me . Once learned -never forgotten !

But this is new in Store now - a pack of some artful inspirational word art.

Here a layout so you see what it can look like

And now I will give you a few more of the Spiritual Awareness points, and then I will tidy up a bit , cook and chill out before chatting with Erik tonight.

31. Increased integrity: You realize that it is time for you to seek and speak your truth. It suddenly seems important for you to become more authentic, more yourself. You may have to say "no" to people whom you have tried to please in the past. You may find it intolerable to stay in a marriage or job or place that doesn't support who you are. You may also find there is nowhere to hide, no secrets to keep anymore. Honesty becomes important in all your relationships. Advice: Listen to your heart. If your guidance tells you not to do something, speak up and take action. Say "no". Likewise, you must also say "yes" to that which compels you. You must risk displeasing others without guilt in order to attain spiritual sovereignty.
This is one I can very much relate to -it started with admitting being Wiccan, telling what I think, you all know about the "marriage bit", lol- and listening to my heart - yes, certainly.
32. Harmony with seasons and cycles: You are becoming more tuned to the seasons, the phases of the moon and natural cycles. More awareness of your place in the natural world. A stronger connection to the earth. -I actually feel the moon phases now without having to look to the sky or the calendar.
33. Electrical and mechanical malfunctions: When you are around, light bulbs flicker, the computer locks up, or the radio goes haywire. Advice: put up a field of protection of light around the machine. Surround your car with blue light. Laugh. - lol- I have laugh ! Remember I used to tell about electrical equipment failing ,or shop alarms going of without reason? Well- I can shield myself better now and that seems to have fixed this little problem I had,lol.

34. Increased synchronicity and many small miracles. Look for more of these. Advice: Synchronistic events tell you if you are heading in the right direction or making the correct choices. Honor these clues and you cannot go astray. Spirit uses synchronicity to communicate to you. That's when you begin to experience daily miracles. See #30. Increased intuitive abilities and altered states of consciousness: Thinking of someone and immediately hearing from them. More synchronicities. Having sudden insights about patterns or events from the past. Clairvoyance, out-of-body experiences, and other psychic phenomena. Intensified sensitivity and knowing. Awareness of one's essence and that of others. Channeling angelic and Christ-consciousness energies- I'm just starting to learn to channel properly- I had some weird stuff happening on Samhain to me , so this needs to be explored further. I cannot remember much , but when I came out of the meditative state I had messages written on a piece of paper - clearly my own handwriting , but I cannot remember writing any of it !

And with that little revelation I leave you for now-Hugs Snowy

Resource freebie again

Good morning (yawn) - considering I've been out all night I'm not doing too badly,lol. My feet hurt and I ache , but apart from that it's not too bad.

I went out last night. Had not been in a Club for ages , I think the last time was in 2002 or so. So when the invitation came to go along I though " yeah-why not" ? So I got ready last night and met up with some others. It was a laugh ! And no- I did not get drunk ! In fact the only thing I maybe had was a caffeine rush from all the diet coke I was drinking,lol.

And most of the time I was on the dance floor anyway. Rofl -I can feel it and I must have lost at least a pound last night there dancing off some calories. No , unfortunately I could not take my camera along. I can hardly fit my purse and cigarettes into my bag , there was really no room for that. But I "got shot" while getting ready and made some layouts already this morning.

Here you go - Snowy in party mood. I'm already dressed , but I thought "mhhh-hair up or down"?

I went for up in the end and was really glad about it. It was hot in there anyway and with being on the dance floor most the time I was sweating enough.

Wow -I never realised these silver leggings are so shiny !! They just look a silver grey in normal daylight.

Lol - now I need the rest of the day for my old bones to recover. I'll definitely have a nap this afternoon. The problem is there will be football on later , but I am also on early shift tomorrow morning. According to what I found out the game starts our time 9.15 pm , which means I won't be in bed before midnight. I have to get up at 5.00 am , so the best thing to do is to catch some sleep before. That's if I can,lol- In the moment I still got the music turned up and feel absolutely hyper-ROFL . That song which is playing here is one of the tunes from last night ,lol.

Anyway , here is the resource freebie. This time I have a Holly Overlay for you.

http://www.4shared.com/file/156854554/3faee7f0/sr_holly_overlay.html

And steadily working my way through the list of Spiritual awakening signs.

27. You find a spiritual track that makes sense to you and "speaks to you" at the most profound levels. Suddenly you are gaining a perspective that you would never have considered before. You hunger to know more. You read, share with others, ask questions, and go inside to discover more about who you are and why you are here.
28. You are moving through learning and personal issues at a rapid pace. You sense that you are "getting it" quite readily. Advice: Keep remembering that things will come to you when they are ready to be healed. Not sooner. Deal with whatever comes up with courage and you will move through the issues rapidly.

29. Invisible presences. Here is the woo-woo stuff. Some people report feeling surrounded by beings at night or having the sensation of being touched or talked to. Often they will wake with a start. Some also feel their body orbed vibrate. The vibrations are caused by energetic changes after emotional clearing has taken place. Advice: This is a sensitive topic, but you may feel better blessing your bed and space around it before you sleep. I rest assured that I am surrounded only by the most magnificent spiritual entities and am always safe in God's care. - I have never seen a presence , but often had the feeling I am not alone

30. Portents, visions, "illusions", numbers, and symbols: Seeing things that have spiritual importance for you. Noticing how numbers appear synchronistically in your awareness. Everything has a message if you take the time to look. I enjoy the experience of "getting the messages." Hmm , I will definitely have to try to pay attention to that in future

But that's all for now again - have a nice Sunday

Hugs Snowy

Saturday freebie

Hi,
I finally caught up with some sleep and feel a lot better. I had a nice nap and things are looking brighter again. In fact I'm positively in top form and ready to battle. Lol- treat me gently -I'm about to explode.The past couple of days I had nothing but problems with the species of Man.
Keep them away from me for a while before I do something I might regret later ! I know they had some fantastic torture methods in medieval times and some of them are really ,really tempting right now !
What is it? Is there something in the air which affects them the past couple of days? Have they conspired together and decided "target Snowy"???? If it would just be problems with one I would not wonder, but it seems every male in my vicinity seems to enjoy making my life harder. Bah, men !!- I'm seriously thinking about turning lesbian. Just a shame you can't just program yourself and switch- in the moment I'm in the right state of mind to do just that and move into a "women only" colony !
No I'm usually not sexist in the slightest , but it seems there is a different male each day trying to make life a misery for me. It has not bloody stopped since Wednesday- what is it? It's not full moon , has someone put a curse on me or what?
I'm refusing to go out today- maybe staying in here will give me some peace from them- at least I only have one of them in here- and I think I can handle Shaun. As for the rest of them , they can all go to hell as far as I'm concerned in the moment. There is only one male I let close in the moment , and that's my cat Sam. At least he won't give me any problems apart from a few scratches if I try to brush his long fur.
And would you believe I even forgot about our chat night? Lack of sleep caught up with me, and I forgot and did not wake up in time. All I can say as an excuse is that I had a hell of a few days.
Enough of my complaining - here is the Saturday freebie for you , this time it's backgrounds and some elements for the Colts and Seahawks. There are enough matching frames and borders in the other parts , which is why I did not do any more for this part. A lot of the colours are repeated and very similar for the teams , so they can easily be taken from the earlier parts.
Here is the link
http://www.4shared.com/file/156311640/8b070ac0/srffcolts_seahawksweek_14.html


Apart from that I did the Book of Shadows challenge as well , explaining a little bit a bout the pentacle.


Then it's time for the next points of Spiritual Awareness again.
21. A perception that time is accelerating. It seems that way because you have had so many changes introduced into your life at an unprecedented rate. The number of changes seems to be growing. Advice: Breaking your day up into appointments and time segments increases the sense of acceleration .You can slow time down by relaxing into the present moment and paying attention to what's at hand, not anticipating what's ahead. Slow down and tell yourself that you have plenty of time. Ask your Higher Power to help you. Keep your focus on the present. Try to flow from one activity to the next. Stay tuned to your inner guidance. Damn- I have to try to slow down time for me,lol- maybe then I can all the things done I want.
22. A sense of impendingness. There is a feeling that something is about to happen. This can create anxiety. Advice: There is nothing to worry about. Things are definitely happening, but anxiety only creates more problems for you. All your thoughts -- positive or negative-- are prayers. There is nothing to fear. Yes- my intuition has told me these things a few times and was right most of the time
23. Impatience. You know better, but sometimes you can't help it. You want to get on with what seems to be coming your way. Uncertainty is not comfortable. Advice: Learn to live with the uncertainty, knowing that nothing comes to you until you are ready. Impatience is really a lack of trust, especially trust in your Higher Power. When you focus on the present, you will experience miracles -- yes, even in traffic. Hah-don't I bloody know it,lol
24. A deep yearning for meaning, purpose, spiritual connection, and revelation. Perhaps an interest in the spiritual for the first time in your life. "Constant craving", as k.d. lang says. The material world cannot fulfill this longing. Advice: Follow your heart and the way will open up for you.
25. A feeling that you are somehow different. A disquieting sense that everything in your life feels new and altered, that you have left your old self behind. You have. You are much greater than you can possibly imagine. There is more to come. - Good to know
26. "Teachers" appear everywhere with perfect timing to help you on your spiritual journey: people, books, movies, events, Mother Nature, etc. Teachers may appear to be negative or positive when you are trapped in polarity thinking, but, from a transcendent perspective, they are always perfect. Just what you need to learn from and move on. By the way, we never get more than we are ready to master. Each challenge presents us with an opportunity to show our mastery in passing through it.
That's enough for now again -more tomorrow with the resource freebie
Hugs Snowy

Grey weather again

Hi , good morning ,

I just read the news page and it seems there are more storms on it's way for us here in UK . So far we have been lucky here , the West coast seems to be bearing the worst of it in the moment , but they are predicting a Tidal surge and winds up to 100 miles per hours -oh joy ! It's certainly grey and wet again. Just found this picture and I'm as always amazed about the view the sea gives you in storms like this.

It got rather late (or early) last night , Shaun and myself were sitting here talking and were shocked to see the time in the end.

This afternoon I really have to get busy with finishing the part of the Football kit for Saturday. But at least I have the Sunday resource freebie done already.

I have actually managed to get another one the Gemstone layouts done - plain and simple.

Bloodstone is one of my favourite stones to have.

Then I have been playing with brushes and quotes again. I like reading through Quotes and poetry , because there is always very true wisdom in them. I loved this brush and made a background with it , and then added a very true quote.

I was in "roller coaster mood" yesterday, from feeling sad in the morning I went through mood changes and it ended last night with a feeling of being angry and a "f*** it !" attitude.

Today? I'm tired as I still did not get much sleep and feel numb, which might be caused by the strong shields I have put around me in the moment and the work with the Crystals I have been doing. Lol- the mad life of a Witch !

Last I have more points about recognising Spiritual Awakening

16. Events that completely alter your life: death, divorce, change in job status, loss of home, illness, and/or other catastrophes -- sometimes several at once! Forces that cause you to slow down, simplify, change, re-examine who you are and what your life means to you. Forces that you cannot ignore. Forces that cause you release your attachments. Forces that awaken your sense of love and compassion for all.

Definitely divorce for me , I reviewed my life, re-examined , tried to slow down... all fits very neatly

17. A desire to break free from restrictive patterns, life-draining jobs consumptive lifestyles, and toxic people or situations. You feel a compelling need to "find yourself" and your life purpose -- now! You want to be creative and free to be who you really are. You might find yourself drawn to the arts and nature. You want to unclutter yourself from things and people that no longer serve you. Advice: Do it!

Yes - this also strongly applies to me

18. Emotional and mental confusion: A feeling that you need to get your life straightened out--it feels like a mess. But at the same time you feel chaotic and unable to focus. See 45. Advice: Put your ear to your heart and your own discernment will follow.

I had that and it’s over now

19. Introspection, solitude and loss of interest in more extroverted activities: This stage has come as a surprise to many extroverts who formerly saw themselves as outgoing and involved. They say, "I don't know why, but I don't like to go out as much as before."

I also had this and still have - there really are days where I want to shut myself away from everything
20. Creativity bursts: Receiving images, ideas, music, and other creative inspirations at an often overwhelming rate. Advice: At least record these inspirations, for Spirit is speaking to you about how you might fulfill your purpose and contribute to the healing of the planet.

Big yes ! lol- I think you all know about the bursts of inspiration I get . When I then start working I don't need to think about what I do , it just comes out of me and I work with a speed which often amazes me and I get totally carried away. I don't think about a theme of a design. it's just in my head and also the colours to use. That's why it makes me laugh when other designers talk about the newest trends or popular colours and themes. I cannot work that way. That is why I have so many started kits I think. They are the ones where I think about what to do. The "true inspiration" kits are always finished in short time.

Anyway , that's me off again on this rainy grey morning. I'm going to have another coffee and maybe a Peanut butter roll,lol , get some papers sorted , a package ready to bring to the post office and the Sales have started early here - shops are dropping prices like mad , a lot of them closing down-and as I am a bit of a bargain hunter I will see what they have to offer. Always good if you can make savings,lol.

Hugs Snowy

Early rising

Good morning

- well, not too sure if it's a good one. I did not have much sleep last night and will most likely be on the coffee for the rest of the day. Too many thoughts in my head.
I almost got the March Daily download designs completed as well, plus managed to squeeze in another challenge layout as well.

This is for our "Special Day" challenge. In Germany we celebrate St.Martins Day on the 11th of November, so I dug out and scanned photos of Shaun from when we still lived across in Germany for this layout. It also tells a bit about what the kids do on this day.

I will show you another teaser , this is one of the March Daily Downloads I have been working on.

I told in one of my earlier posts that I was busy sorting through my 300 plus Cd's. I will not be able to take all of these across , so I have to rip them , save on my external drive and just take the drive. Saves a lot of room and weight.

This is me checking out what to keep and what will go. Before anybody gets any false ideas about what I'm wearing in this pic- this is comfort wear, it's how I chill out at home and not some kinky outfit,lol. These are knitted over-knee socks- keep your feet nice and warm. Also perfect for any dance practice.

And I have been practicing quite a bit. I almost get fully down to the floor again , doing the splits. It's great exercise, I always liked dancing and used to ballroom and latin-american dance as well when I was younger. Then later came breakdance, I used to be a little bit of a raver , have always liked freestyle etc. But having been lazy and a bit overweight for years my bones are not quite as agile anymore. But practicing now as exercise it's slowly all coming back again. My muscles are getting a lot looser and I get more movement back.

A few more points on Symptoms of Spiritual Awakening again- this is some fun stuff,lol

12. Power surges: All of a sudden you are heated from head to toe. It is a momentary sensation, but uncomfortable. In contrast, some people have felt inexplicably cold. If you are an energy worker, you may have noticed that the heat running through your hands has increased tremendously. This is good. Advice: If you are uncomfortable, ask your Higher Power, that if it be for your best and highest good, to turn down/up the temperature a bit.

Sometimes I get really hot and other times I feel cold. With my hands I feel a tingling sensation sometimes.

13. A range of physical manifestations: Headaches, backaches, neck pains, flu-like symptoms (this is called vibrational flu), digestive problems, muscular spasms or cramps, racing heartbeat, chest pains, changes in sexual desire, numbness or pain in the limbs, and involuntary vocalizations or bodily movements. Some of us have even had old conditions from childhood reappear briefly for healing. Advice: Remember what I said about seeking medical help if you need it! If you have determined that this is not a medical condition, relax in the realization that it is only temporary.

Yes to the headaches, but I'm not sure if this is not only working on monitors all the time which causes this. Fact is they are a bit more often now then they used to. I do get cramps on occasion in my legs, but always thought it's lack of movement , being in a job where I sit most of the time. As for changes in sexual desire,lol- a friend in the same situation suggested to buy batteries in bulk- enough said !

14. Looking younger. Yippee! As you clear emotional issues and release limiting beliefs and heavy baggage from the past, you are actually lighter. Your frequency is higher. You love yourself and life more. You begin to resemble the perfect you that you really are. Hmm- I think that fits as well,lol. I do actually look and feel younger now than 5 years ago.

15. Vivid dreams. Sometimes the dreams are so real that you wake up confused. You may even have lucid dreams in which you are in control. Many dreams may be mystical or carry messages for you. And in some dreams, you just know that you are not "dreaming" -- that what is happening is somehow real. Advice: You will remember what is important for you to remember. Don't force anything. Above all, stay out of fear.

Yes again ! I can strongly relate to this , I get messages, I see places which really exist , but I have never been there -and I know that my mind is not just imagining this, also lucid dreaming as well.

Interesting hey? Well , this is only half way through - a lot more symptoms coming. But that's all for now , my cup needs another coffee refill. And then I need to check on my crystals which are recharging, and do something in here.

Hugs Snowy