DREAM INTERPRETATION

Last night I had a very vivid dream about myself and someone in my life. I have tried to interpret what it means and have come up with this.


THE DREAM
***** and I were shopping in the supermarket buying things we need each week for our living etc. We filled several trolleys and ended up spending $2000 on groceries.
We went back to our small house which was surrounded by colourful garden and located in a forest or green area near parkland. It had an old stove like those that act as central heating as well. This stove was too hot so I wanted to turn it down and ended up fiddling with the controls. While doing this a large frog croaked in the roof. It was stuck in a hole so we tried to get it down and eventually it fell onto the floor and in its fear it wedged itself between the wall and a pipe. This from was extremely large.
***** had an appointment to meet some people in the nearby parkland so he went. While he was away our bed appeared out in the middle of the road where we lived. The sheets and linen was disheveled and messy thrown around. This made me panic since I didn't have anyone to help me drag it back in at this point ***** came back he was naked and wanting to **** **** ** me. 


This is all I can remember of this dream which was extremely vivid and real. Because of it I woke up tired as though I have not slept at all. I feel this is a prophetic dream of sorts.


INTERPRETATION AND ELEMENTS


FROG - Means Indiscretion and can also mean blessings, love, and prosperity. Dream Frogs also symbolize spiritual and emotional transformation.
NAKED (seeing someone) - Means scandal or slander and also a dream about being disgusted by the nudity of another person means anxiety or aversion to discovering the naked truth about that person, situation or even about yourself. Accepting their nudity means that you are able to see through people and accept them for what they are.
MESSY OUT OF PLACE BED - disorder or mistake
PARKLAND - Pain and meloncholy
COTTAGE - Simple life
A LIT STOVE (oven) - Ease and abundance
FLOWER GARDEN - Pleasant surprise
TREES - long happiness and unexpected pleasure and also trees are symbols of the soul and lifes purpose.The type of tree that is dreamt about can suggest the current state of ones spiritual condition. The trees in my dream were lust healthy as though new leaves shooting in spring. This suggests that my spiritual condition may be emerging and new and starting new life.

Mystical Meaning: A tree can also be a symbol of time. The root represent the past, the trunk the present and the branches the future. Perhaps your dream contains a prophecy or says something about your hopes and fears for the future? It is said to be lucky if you dream of climbing a tree.

For me this means that ***** has concealed something from me, an indiscretion he has had or will have in future. This information that he is hiding may cause me to loose faith in him and cause me pain and sorrow. This also is in line with the angel card reading I did yesterday. The angel Bridgette showed me that this situation isn't right and that vital information has been concealed. I have to dig deeper to find the answers etc and that I should not worry because there is other opportunities for me etc.

According to this dream it also seems by this that I may end up being happy with a simple life abundant in pleasant surprises. On the other hand it may also suggest that there is an element of honesty and baring all and that things are brighter with a new spiritual awakening and accepting of a prosperous outcome. 

BLUE ANGEL ORACLE CARDS

While away on holiday I have been exploring different shops and places. I came across these beautiful oracle cards called The Blue angel oracle by Toni Carmine Salerno. Archangel Michael is very special to me personally as he has shown me many things that have made me feel more at peace with myself. Confusion and hopelessness has also been eased. Here is a little bit of information about Archangel Michael.

Through many succeeding cycles of time, as Ray after Ray provided The Pathway for the descent of new Spirits, Lord Michael has remained as the Guardian Overlord of the Angelic Host, the Elemental Kingdom and humanity. He shall not fold his Cosmic Wings about him to return home until the final Angelic Being is freed, the last man is redeemed and the last Elemental returned to its perfect state. This is the love of Lord Michael, who like many others, is a Prisoner of Love to the life he serves.

Archangel Michael is referred to as the greatest of all angels in writings throughout the world, including Jewish, Christian and Islamic.

The oracle cards feature the most amazing artwork by the author and also Walter Brunel.

BE GUIDED BY THE BLUE ANGEL ARCHANGEL MICHAEL.

CRYSTALS AND THEIR MEANINGS

THREE CARD ANGEL READING

Meditations made with the angel cards today revealed interesting answers to the question "What do the angels want to show me about my path". This was answered in a three card spread


PAST - Forgiveness


Let go of anger and resentment, and feel yourself healed. you don't need to forgive the action, just the person - so that you can be at peace.


The angels have shown you here with the choice of this card to release anger and irritation. They realize you may be justified in feeling angry, let down and hurt. Yet they ask you to look at the high price you pay for carrying that around inside. Forgive those that have hurt you and stop punishing yourself.


PRESENT - Divine Timing


Pay attention to the doors that are opening and shutting for you right now. Walk through the doors that open and learn from the doors that close.


Your prayers are being answered, there is no doubt about that. Everything moves in time with universal laws and rhythm. Certain pieces of the puzzle must fall into place before other parts can come to fruition. 
Don't try to force open any doors that appear closed to you. Instead ask your angels for guidance to see if the door closed because of negative expectations, or it its simply a sign of divine timing. Look for other doors that do open, walk through them with faith and gratitude.


FUTURE - Children


You are asked to pay close attention to your children or your inner child. 


This card signals that the angels see your need to play and have fun and honor your inner child. Perhaps you will play with your own children or you might enjoy having fun with another adult or doing work that involves helping children.
Take some time to ask your inner child how they feel. Take them on an outing and allow the playful side to emerge. 

HEALING WITH THE ANGELS SUNDAY READING

For a while now I have had a Doreen Virtue Healing with the angels oracle set and have found comfort in them. They are really easy to use and are really good for a daily "message" reading.  

Every now and then I will ask the cards "What is the angels message for me today?" and spread the cards out on a surface.  I will run my hand over them while concentrating on the question. The card I will choose appears as a hot spot on the palm of my hand.

Today the angels chose the "soul mate" card. At this time in my life it seems that this card shown is very appropriate.

Card meaning

Your prayer for a soul mate relationship is answered. Follow the guidance that you receive so that you may enjoy this give of divine love.

Your heart yearns for a big love. Since you are on the spiritual path, you desire a partner with a similar philosophy and common interests. Can you have great passion and spiritual companionship with the same person? YES. By drawing this card, your angels have heard your prayers for a great love, if you are in a current relationship, your angels ask you to release this partnership to them. In that way they can help elevate it to a soul mate level, OR help you to gently end it so that your new love may appear. Either way, they will closely assist you and give you clear steps to take.

Given my current situation with the ending of my 20 year marriage the message in this card is very clear. I am grateful and thankful for the angels wisdom and guidance.

WICCAN SABBATS

THE EIGHT WICCAN SABBATS

There are eight wiccan sabbats or witches sabbats per year. They are based on seasonal changes and traditional harvest dates.

1 Winter Solstice - Yule
2 Imbolc
3 Ostara
4 Beltane
5 Summer Solstice
6 Lammas
7 Mabon
8 Halloween / Samhain

YULE -WINTER SOLSTICE 
Northern Hemisphere: Dec 21
Southern Hemisphere: June 21
Winter Solstice, Saturnalia, Alban Arthan
The holiday of Yule was celebrated long before Christians adopted the date. Many of the Christmas traditions we see today stem from old Pagan customs. As the solstice, it is the longest night of the year. From this day forward, light begins to return and we celebrate the rebirth of the Sun God.
Traditions: lighting the Yule log, wreath making, gift giving
Correspondences: pine, holly, myrrh, cinnamon.

IMBOLC
Northern Hemisphere: Feb 2
Southern Hemisphere: August 1
Candlemas, Imbolg, Brigid's Day
Imbolc is a day to celebrate the first glimpses of Spring, and it is also dedicated to the Celtic Goddess Brigid. Non-Pagans celebrate today as Groundhog Day. Make new starts in life, as you give your home a thorough cleaning.
Traditions: Burning fires and candles, cleaning, making a bed for Brigid
Correspondences: carnation, rosemary, chamomile, milk

OSTARA
Northern Hemisphere: March 21
Southern Hemisphere:Sept 21
Spring Equinox, Lady Day
This is another holiday that has been overlaid with Christian meanings (Easter). Eggs and bunnies are typical symbols, representing new birth and new life. Plant the seeds of long-term goals.
Traditions: Colouring eggs, decorating with flowers
Correspondences: jasmine, daffodil, lotus, new spring flowers

BELTANE
Northern Hemisphere May 1
Sothern Hemisphere: November 1
May Day, Walpurgis Night
The God born at Yule is now a man, and the sacred marriage between God and Goddess is consumated. Beltane is a celebration of fertility, growth, love and passion. However you celebrate Beltane, do it with joy and happiness.
Traditions: Dancing around the May Pole, lighting bonfires
Correspondences: Rose, lilac, vanilla

MIDSUMMER - SUMMER SOLSTICE
Northern Hemisphere: June 21
Southern Hemisphere December 21
Litha, Summer Solstice, Whitsun
Midsummer is the longest day of the year, and the strength of the Sun God begins to wane. The Goddess has left her Maiden form of Imbolc and is now in her Mother aspect. Refill your herb collection for the coming year.
Traditions: Fairy magick, collecting herbs
Correspondences: Orange, lemon, honeysuckle, vervain

LAMMAS
Northern Hemisphere: August 1
Southern Hemisphere: Feb 1
Lughnasadh,
As the first of the three harvest festivals, much of the symbolism for Lammas revolves around grains and bread. Sacrifices were common, though mostly symbolic, in order to ensure the continued success of the harvest.
Traditions: Bread baking, making corn dollies
Correspondences: corn, sandalwood, heather

MABON
Northern Hemisphere: Sept 21
Southern Hemisphere: March 21
Autumn Equinox, Cornucopia
Day and night are equal again, and the weather grows colder as winter approaches. This is the second harvest festival. Rituals of thanks at this time have brought about the modern holidays of Thanksgiving. Take some time to think about what you are thankful for.
Traditions: Making and drinking of wine, share with the less fortunate
Correspondences: grapes, blackberries, cedar, patchouli

SAMHAIN
Northern Hemisphere: Oct 31
Southern Hemisphere: April 30
Hallowe'en, All Hallows
Samhain (SOW-en) is the one Sabbat that is also widely celebrated amongst non-Pagans. The God has died, and the Goddess mourns him until his rebirth at Yule. It's the last harvest festival, and the end of the Wiccan year.
Traditions: Divination, honouring the dead, carving Jack o' Lanterns
Correspondences: pumpkins, apples, sage, mugwort

THE DRUIDCRAFT TAROT

The DruidCraft Tarot
by Philip and Stephanie Carr-Gomm, illustrated by Will Worthington

A review by http://www.illuminationtarot.com/index.php

There are two major streams of Western Pagan tradition that most of us are familiar with to some degree: Wicca and Druidry. Both earth-based, with origins in the British Isles, they share many commonalities - namely, reverence for the earth, seasonal celebrations, using a magic circle in ritual, and acknowledgement of the elements Earth, Air, Fire, and Water. Despite the similarities, there are sure distinctions, especially when looked at in a historical light, and modern practitioners have often felt uncertain about choosing between the two when making a spiritual commitment. "DruidCraft" brings these two major paths together, forming a cohesive religious approach that bridges differences, while retaining respect for both, and allowing the practitioner to learn from a larger spiritual or magical background.

Authors Philip and Stephanie Carr-Gomm are leaders in the DruidCraft community, both initiated into Wicca and Druidry, and have both written and taught extensively on these subjects. It follows that The DruidCraft Tarot would offer a uniquely comprehensive and detailed introduction to tarot, DruidCraft, and the ways of Wicca and Druidry as well. Presented in a traditional tarot format, and based somewhat on traditional tarot imagery and interpretation, The DruidCraft Tarot is a solid tarot offering, while being something entirely more as well.

What I first noticed about The DruidCraft Tarot was its focus on learning - learning about myself, and about the world I am living in. Any tarot might do this, of course! But DruidCraft invites the reader to learn about himself in his wholeness, as well as himself as a part of the whole, through very direct and reflective yet straightforward guidance. I believe one of the greatest qualities of this set is its own sense of wholeness, or completeness. It has its own very strong sense of identity. It is a very able teacher, and has the potential to be a very effective tool in one's spiritual or magical practice.

This tarot is designed within the context of Wicca and Druidry, and all of its lessons are presented within this context as well. For those who are pagans - practicing or simply pagan at heart - this is terrific. It is an affirming experience, to use these cards. We feel rather at home with the Magician of The DruidCraft Tarot, for example, as he stands before Stonehenge, a place many of us have merely daydreamed about. We readily see ourselves as the people in these cards - drawing a circle in sand, blending herbs, honoring spirits, or just sitting at one with nature. The life portrayed within these cards is the life of our own soul - a deep connection to and resonance with nature.

Also reflective of these pagan paths, are some of the cards' titles. The Lady and the Lord take the place of the Empress and Emperor of standard decks, the High Priest instead of the Hierophant, and Rebirth for Judgement. Two of the Major Arcana titles that particularly stand out and might require a little extra reading, are XIV - The Fferyllt (in the place of Temperance), and XV - Cernunnos (for the Devil). A Fferyllt, the book says, is a ". Druid alchemist, who combines the powers of fire and water to create harmony, balance and transformation." Cernunnos, as many know, is considered to be Lord of the Animals, or the Wild Hunter. The connection between Cernunnos and the traditional card of the Devil is clear in this excerpt: "It teaches us how to live effectively in the material world without becoming trapped by the glamour and illusion offered by a world obsessed with wealth, status, sexuality and violence. The card points to the dangers of over-indulgence, of being obsessive, greedy and abusive, and yet it also hints at the enormous power that is available to us if we can free ourselves of the thrall of the material and sensual world and yet still live both fully and creatively within it."

All of the cards of this deck have power - artistically, symbolically, and spiritually. The cards of the Minor Arcana are just as meaningful and inspiring as those of the Major, and indeed, have been presented first in the book. I like the reasoning behind this: "The bird which signifies the Druid is not the eagle, or some other large and impressive bird, but the wren - the smallest and humblest of birds - known as Drui-en in Welsh. This serves to illustrate the idea that the smallest, or apparently least significant, has great meaning and power, and so we have decided to follow Drui-en's example, presenting the apparently smallest and 'humblest' cards first: the sixteen court cards, followed by the forty pip cards, which together make up the fifty-six cards of the Minor Arcana." This manner of learning about the court cards, then the pip cards, and finally the Major Arcana cards actually does seem to help us focus more attention on learning about these "smaller" cards than we typically might.

Every court card and pip card is given a list of keywords, an introductory description, meanings, and reversed meanings. In addition to those sections, Major Arcana cards are also explained with the "significance" of the card, and a specific message from the card. Having used these cards for many months now, I must say I have found the meanings presented in the book to be intriguingly appropriate for my own readings. Also provided in the book are six unique spreads, sample readings, and helpful information on conducting readings, as well as getting to know the cards.

This is one of the better sets I have seen and used in a long time, and due to its subject matter, attractive artwork, and focus on self-knowledge, it works incredibly well for me personally. And I would recommend it not only for being such a successful tarot set, but as a genuinely comfortable introduction to DruidCraft, or earth-based spirituality.