How busy is your mind? Too busy to recognize the absolute
perfection of Nature unfolding? Too busy to relish in the sun’s gift of warmth?
Sometimes, we can become stuck on auto-pilot. So set in our routines and daily
activities that we fail to see the miracles that are around us. Often times we
only “miss” the sun, the flowers, the nice weather, the beautiful creatures
when they are gone and a new season emerges. This is a reminder for gratitude.
Gratitude for the smallest of creatures, the smallest expressions of Creator
Life Force Energy.
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Every morning my son notices this dainty blue and yellow
wild flower that grows along our garage. It is called the Asiatic Dayflower or “Mouse
Ears”. On his own, he has recognized its pattern of opening in the morning and
then it’s closed by the time we make it back after a full day at daycare and
work. He has brought my attention to something most would overlook, yet in his
innocence, he recognizes the patterns and it is fascinating to him. It helps me rediscover the world as well; to
see the world with fresh perspective and through “the eyes of a child”. His curiosity
has helped me appreciate and tap deeper into my environment. So now, every
morning, we say hello to the “Mouse Ears” flower (which I think we will
nickname them “Mickey Flowers” hehe) and pay our respects to its beauty. It is
these small tokens of appreciation that help our heart grow and expand even deeper
into an unconditional love.
Also, today the Cicada has visited us, hanging out right by
the “Mickey Flowers”. The cicada spends a portion of its life underground in a
shell waiting to rise. This emergence from the ground signifies a rebirth, a
resurrection, or a metamorphosis from your old self to your new self. It is a
strong symbol for spiritual development and stepping into a new paradigm. This
is a reminder that our past does not define us and that it is USEFUL to us and
should not be forgotten. We need to learn to de-tach from the emotions that we
feel from our past but keep the lessons and wisdom that came with that
experience. This is called processing. It is up to us as conscious beings to
integrate that wisdom into our current reality so that we can rise above and
transform into a new version of ourselves. We are constantly shedding old
paradigms, releasing age-old archetypes that no longer resonate with us, and
re-creating ourselves. This is a cycle and a constant process. The cicada does
not stay underground forever. Eventually it comes to the surface, it takes the
chance and listens to its inner guidance and allows itself to be led to the
light. We, too, need to listen to that inner guidance and voice of our Heart. We
cannot stay stagnant forever. We cannot become a statue in the flow of Life,
this will only cause resistance and eventually energetic blockades, thus
leading to dis-ease processes within the body. So, move forward. Even if it’s
one step a day, or planning your next move, or reflecting on your current
situation. Moving forward doesn’t always mean ACTION, it can be integrating a
new thought process, experimenting with expressing your feelings, or merely
accepting your Beingness. Furthermore, the cicada signifies self-expression and
clear communication due to its unique “song” and musical sound vibrations. This
is a huge reminder to listen to ourselves and allow our inner voice to be
heard. It is so important to use the voice to translate your thoughts in your
mind and express your feelings from the heart. There is a reason the throat lies between the
heart center and the third eye/crown centers. This is our way of communicating
from both ends of our energetic pillar of Light. Speak from the heart and the mind through
the vessel of the voice! Lastly, although it is so important to play the music
of your soul, know that you are part of the greater orchestra of Creation. You
have a unique sound that when blended with the authentic sounds of others,
creates a harmonized frequency that unites us all despite our differences. By
being your true self and consistently working on evolving into the best version
of you, you not only strengthen yourself but also the community, our humanity,
and greatly influence the future of all that is. The vibration of that which you
ARE has an impact. You have the free will to decide what gift you will share.
Live from the heart and anchor in your truth. Leading with the heart is the path of the Soul.
