Category: Spirit and Belief

The Christmas Parties 🎄🎅🏼

Ho -ho-ho everybody! It’s December warriors so get your Holiday gear on and prepare to celebrate all the festivities! The Ultimate Warrior Elf down below seems intimidating (I know…) but only presents are given if you’re good, right? You might get that lump of coal in your stocking if you cross Warrior Elf… 😬 Creating that outfit was so time-consuming to me, I’m sure Warrior himself was laughing. 🤣 I had made a few. No, it’s not perfect but who truly is? It was super spontaneous so maybe I need more of that. We need the silly! 🤪

I had to get that elf outfit similar to one I wore years ago. More on that soon. This post is a 3 count as it continues on of my attic stuff AND gifts received of last week. This idea kept coming in my head but had to fit Warrior in which was quite the ULTIMATE challenge for me. The elf outfit isn’t the only connector….. Some of you may recall the mention of my Dad working at NASA for 50 years. One of the many highlights was the annual Christmas parties that took place every year, usually the 1st Saturday in December. My entire family would go and what fun we had. Dad always helped plan in some fashion and even took over the play once his friend retired. There were costume characters, a lunch, the play, and of course~ everyone’s favorite, the Santa line.

My sister and I were made up to be Raggedy Ann and Andy one year. Kids today probably don’t even know who they were. 🫤 Very hard just smiling and nodding without words all day. She even continued with friends being Bert and Ernie of Sesame Street. Us kids couldn’t be the BIG characters with those gigantic heads walking around. So many cherished memories as I believe that party tradition has been discontinued. 😞It was amazing though. I can still taste the McDonald’s orange drink along with the ice cream getting scooped by that tiny wooden spoon. Not to mention the strobe lights always being part of the show. My mom hated those! 😵‍💫

The toy chute was the BEST part. No, it wasn’t quite like “A Christmas Story” with Ralphie getting Santa’s boot, but kinda similar. Just like Warrior Elf below isn’t dressed like “Buddy” but still both elves, at least Warrior *** IS*** for this post. The toys kids got were incredible and not just some cheap little trinkets. NASA really went all out. One year, this giant doll came down the chute for me. Each paper had girl or boy along with your age written on it. She was beautiful with long blonde hair, a gingham dress and matching hat. Once I get to THAT box in the attic, I know she’ll be found. I loved her right away and named her Diana missing the IN in front, (just kidding…!) Elizabeth. Some might get that ‘lil tidbit, haha… Princess Diana always fascinated me so I had my own little piece of the Royal family.

I’ve had countless other gifts over the years that meant so much like I’ve written, but decided to share her story today. I also know (and here’s the other small connector) how Warrior loved when he got his very own wrestling buddy doll. Multiple people have mentioned this and no, my doll didn’t mean I achieved stardom like him BUT I treasured her as he did his buddy. I’m sure you all have presents that you can still remember loving and maybe they weren’t even from your childhood. Did you read about “Braveheart” last week? See, that wasn’t from my youth at all.

Let’s get to the elf part of the story. When I was Raggedy Andy, all I could think about was being one of those very special elves helping Santa and the kids. The woman in charge was a dear friend of my Dad’s, but if I recall correctly, you had to be at least 16. Why? I don’t really know but that year I was only 15. Guess I took a year off because at 17, I was ready! My senior year was the BEST ! April 1 especially (hint look below, ⬇️) but this was only December. I was so excited after watching those elves for years and now it was my turn. Forget the characters, I was a Christmas elf. I had my green tunic with red trim, matching hat, (like Diana), and those pointy elf slippers. I even had my photo taken with “Snow White.” That photo is also probably in the attic yet to be found.

It was a busy day as no sister that year but I stayed to clean up and eat dinner with my Dad. My dream came true of all those years being at the many Christmas parties NASA held for countless families. Now, I want to go find that photo and Diana. 🥹 I’ll keep everyone updated…… Warrior had watched and practiced with so many Superstars and then finally got his big break in the business. His years eclipsed mine but again, it’s the emotion and determination we had. You might have similar stories of achieving a goal, dream, or even holiday wish. My teaching career began as an aide, and the thrill of having my own classroom finally made me so happy. I had made it (in a way) just like the Ultimate Warrior graced his “classrooms” or arenas for all those years.

Enjoy this time of family, friends, and fun, but don’t forget to take time and BREATHE… I’ll be here for one more post until my holiday break. That one is getting to be the “year in review” so I’ll have to do some reflecting. You might not have a doll, elf, or anything like mine, but look to those holiday memories and what genuinely stands out for you while creating the new. Unwrap those boxes in your heart just a little to bring the Christmas magic back in.

😇🎁❤️💚🤍

P.S. Be a little spontaneous too. You never know what you might do. Mine was the Warrior Elf, but be playful and you’ll find yours. 🎉🫵🏻🤭

Be a Brave heart 🤍💙🗡️

It probably already has been THAT time of year again for many of you, but those holiday moments of December are upon us. It is the season of giving, but we all know it is also the season of getting. You can define that anyway you wish but COME ON~~~ we want stuff as gifts from others but perhaps not in the same way when younger. I really don’t ask for gifts at all much these days although there are always a few items catching my eye. 😉 It’s just too much for me and if I want something for myself, I get it without asking. That’s just how I am. I wrote many years back on my other blog “Spirit and Belief” all about this so give me a gift card, that’ll be fine. 🤷🏻‍♀️ Birthdays are different celebrations in my mind so I’ll just let that be. Santa 🎅🏼 is magical (for those who BELIEVE in the spirit) as I do but I have gotten away from many materialistic approaches. Grandchildren someday will be quite another story I’m sure. 🥰

So, what about being a brave heart like my title above? Yes, you might notice the photo below with the Ultimate Warrior alongside my old VHS tape of the movie “Braveheart” and its matching cassette. Yep, ALL I wanted in that year of 1995 was the movie. The tape was a bonus. Of course I wasn’t a little kid then but boy, did I feel like one with the possible anticipation. I can’t even remember what else I asked for because really, I was 23! I’m not a big “I WANT…” person. Even the lists were small as a kid. My few things are treasures without a lot of collecting. OK, now I have many crystals, but it’s not overwhelming! Back to the story at hand….

A few months or maybe just a month leading up to Christmas that year, I would leave clues for my mom. I would also *** BLAST*** “All I Want for Christmas is You” by Mariah Carey. And yes, I have that CD now as well. I can sing it pretty well but just not as high of an octave with her powerful range! I sang that song just like I prepped years later when voicing the Canadian national anthem of “Oh Canada” as those NBA Toronto Raptors won the title in 2019 from the (ahem— ) Golden State Warriors. That was another post as I digress… Mariah and I were singing a duet as I kind of hoped the message was well received. 🙏🏻🤞🏻 I do remember wanting and then getting many desired gifts as a child and so that Christmas morning of 1995 felt like it did years prior. I laugh now but yes, it’s ALL me. That’s how I am. That movie is so sad in many ways but I also was a big Mel Gibson fan then. So, there ya go~~~ a little more on that other reasoning. No, as I’ve stated before I did NOT just like that movie because of the face paint or how I found out years later Warrior loved it too. 

I’m not surprised he loved it because of the principle of fighting for freedom and defending a cause like previously mentioned. Back in 1995, I wasn’t even following Warrior but had heard about some passionate movies of his over the years. I can’t forget the beautiful yet haunting Scottish music either. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🎼 Unlike my attic post of last week regarding donating items, this VHS tape and cassette of “Braveheart” gives me reason to wait. I don’t have it on DVD and yet it remains. I had remembered some other items stored in the basement in our old entertainment unit drawer. I’m sure others still have a VCR right? Guess I’m still a brave heart fighting for that movie. I loved it all those years ago and still do. It’s kind of the same for Warrior. Again, not the concrete idea but the emotion. Different reasons but STILL brave hearts to the core. 🥹

I’m also reminded of another movie. Not to worry as it’s a holiday classic AND a cartoon. One of my faves is “A Charlie Brown Christmas” but not necessarily for the religious aspect. I love how it was brought into a cartoon but I’ve mentioned that years ago. I compared this Peanuts classic to WMVI as I can quote both quite well! 😁 I would always joke with my brother as we imitated Linus and his “speech” about the real meaning of the holiday. I have us on tape to prove it but again~~~ a cassette, UGH! Those fun times of him with his first mini boombox. Once we bought blank tapes, watch out! Our jokes and stories were crazy but I would still laugh every single time. 🤣😂 Like Sally says: “I’ve been looking for you big brother!” “All I want is what I have coming to me. All I want is my fair share!” She just wanted money in the end but yes Sally that works too. 💵

Did any of you make those Christmas lists as a kid? I did but like before it was brief and never even filled a page. Remember a few years back how I wrote about the catalogs received in the mail? Yes, the good old days but as years went on, I did still write things down. Nowadays, kids might take screenshots or text messages like mine do.. . I’m still old-school like many know but will accept others ways. Make your list count warriors if you choose to create one. You still might not get exactly what you want but maybe one day you will. If you don’t, it wasn’t meant to be.

Be a brave heart with how you approach this upcoming season. You can give but don’t always expect to GET. If it doesn’t work, don’t let your feelings get too “gutted”. We shouldn’t be losing our lives over this crazy time like William Wallace fighting for freedom. You can sing like Mariah all you want, but it might not be as appreciated by others. Your “fair share” as Sally put it could be something even greater than a concrete gift. Look for the deeper gifts. That will be the only brave heart you will ever need. ❤️‍🩹

P.S. I was never a “Scrooge.” I was always a brave heart for years finding that PERFECT gift for someone. I had to release expectation. I don’t miss the stress. You will KNOW those worthy of actual gifts and those who just expect them. ❤️💚🛍️🎁

The Things We Keep 🥹💙🫶🏻

*** Before beginning the post today, just a little sidenote here. I’m sure most of you have heard of the movie “Grownups” as I have not fully referenced a movie since years ago when talking about “Daddy’s Home.” It is one of our favorites and was on the other night. I decided to watch. I guess I must’ve been having an emotional time because there were a few references that I had never noticed before, and they got to me. You may not even notice or even fully care, but I did. Here’s the list:

~ UCONN Sweatshirt

~ KFC bucket of chicken ( a dream…)

~ Physiology book

~ The character of Wiley

***I am not explaining all these but boy, did I have some moments… It was a 4 count, not a 3 but they do connect to Warrior. Oh, and the sequel has a big 80’s themed party at the end. The Hulk Hogan lady look alike- oh my… I will keep 3 out of those 4 above…😑🤍

If you look below, ( for some reason it did not let me post the pic but I posted it separately today, ugh…) you’ll see a banner with graphics depicting The Ultimate Warrior. I happen to see it up close on one of my DVDs and thought to keep it for a future blog post. I wonder if fans back then or even today keep those kinds of things. Maybe they sell or even give away but it does depend on its sentiment for sure. I’ve mentioned collectibles before but for this one, it’s a little different.

Lately, I’ve been cleaning out our attic. Well, it’s been ongoing for a while but this past month is when I’ve really gotten into it much more. I know I could make tons of money with tons of stuff over the years like clothes, toys, games, books, and on and on but that’s just a hassle. I donate because it suits me. We will be moving within a few years, so it’s time to declutter A LOT. My kids entire lives seem to be up there and I had turned it into a playroom when they were younger. I used to always be a huge pack rat but then with some small spaces, it’s subsided. if you have children, you become that pack rat once again. Yes, much will be kept but I cannot keep every toy or game we have ever owned despite my daughter’s objection. I want children to play with those items now, and not the future of waiting on grandkids. OK, yes, I definitely have much on my keepers list but others do no good sitting around collecting dust.

I am making headway but man, it’s a lot of busy work. I have to put it aside soon for holiday decorating, shopping, and all that but there’s a dent in the stuff. I do know what to keep but much is getting tossed or donated. I cannot imagine Dana years ago when going through Warrior’s massive amount of belongings as I know he kept much. I even got emotional looking at old teaching materials. I just recently donated them to a daycare. Laughter came to at old photographs and all the WRITING I did on the silliest things. They weren’t silly to me then but I kept track for sure. There’s that organized Virgo in me. I wrote down checks I received over many years with dates, kids names in all my classes taught, info for backs of photos, etc. The list goes on. See, even a writer then. Packing it all up is hard but something I must do. Some items are easy to decide upon (like baby books to keep!) while others not so much. Decluttering does free us though and makes SPACE. We don’t always need to fill that space again though.

I used to think that in all aspects, including deep stuff~ you know, like feelings. I won’t get too mushy but remember how we aren’t replacements even though we try hard to be. The Ultimate Warrior was NOT Hulk Hogan’s replacement (in a way) as I’ve said before although it is debatable. That post has been written as I can be objective. What I mean is how often times we are looking to fill a space, gap, area, relationship, or anything like that right away and some will but for most, we don’t have to. We need time to reflect. Business is different from our personal lives of course as we know.

Warrior moved from certain aspects of his professional life in a fast-paced way it seemed as he liked to be busy. He did, however say later on how he wished he could’ve reflected more and slowed down to make time for things to last. That was mostly about his wrestling career, but perhaps he felt that way later on too. We always go to the next so fast and that includes tangible stuff. If we get rid of something, we buy or get more to replace it. Maybe you don’t but I bet many do. We cannot see an empty space and not fill it. Our mind can work the same way. Once an idea is out and set in motion, another will come to take its place. That’s great to be disciplined but our culture of having and doing does need to slow down in order to just BE…

Have you decluttered anything lately in your life? It doesn’t have to be attic stuff like me but what about other areas? Take some time to just clean out a dresser drawer, closet shelf, or even kitchen gadgets rarely used anymore. I have done that too. It really does feel good and you know the saying of “when in doubt, throw it out.” I also happen to like the year analogy. If you haven’t worn, used, or played with it (minus collectibles!) in a year, you probably won’t. I don’t stick to this as much as I should but it is important to keep in mind. Enough of the maybes, make a decision and stick to it. Keep what’s meant to be.

This is a harder concept to apply with people of course who are not things. I know it’s been difficult for me over the years deciding who should be in my life fully and who shouldn’t. Those “rules” above won’t work much in relationships but you can change them into metaphors. If you’ve had no contact or very little with someone in a year, are they still worthy to be in your life? We want to let them go but there are still lingering doubts. At least for some there will be.

Warrior had left WWF (E) several times and then had his disputes over the years with the McMahons. They were physically out of his life but am sure mentally not. That’s how it is for most of us with those who were present so many years and now for various reasons, are not. You get to decide who to keep and who to let go of. The mentality remains but only if we give it power. That is a huge lesson that might take our entire lives to process. Decide on your stuff, people, and anything else you’d like to declutter in every way. Keep the good. You’ll know because it will FEEL right. It may take a while but in order to move forward, we need to let go. Warrior, I will keep always. 💕

P.S. Happy Thanksgiving to all my U.S. Friends! No, I do NOT have my 🎄 tree up yet. That begins for us after this Holiday of giving thanks.. 🧡🤎🦃🍽️



Are You a Model? 🤔🫵🏻☺️

No, I don’t mean like “The Model” Rick Martel of the WWF (E) days, which was a match between Ultimate Warrior and him shown below. I hope you don’t bring any Arrogance to spray with you either! What I mean are those comments you may have heard like modeling good behavior, a model of virtue, and such. I guess you can say it’s like being a role model, but it can apply to several areas here. Many may have questioned Warrior’s “behavior” at times but he didn’t want to always conform to the model of how to be in certain situations.

Parents want to be those models for children to follow but sometimes we try too hard and fall short. We are supposed to be strong for them but then our pillar of strength crumbles just a little. Let me take a BREATH here… We just ended our high school years of marching band. 🥹😔 You followers get a snippet as I posted more details on Facebook. My words needed time to form after much emotion. Last week, my girl was practicing her flute / piccolo after school as I was cleaning out the fridge. She knows the songs very well of course and it was one (like many) my son played too. I kept thinking how Friday’s game may possibly be it after 6 years… 6️⃣. That number sigh… I lost it as the fridge door swayed open while the computer room’s office door was shut. Good thing or she would’ve seen me. I’ve been such a good model of not breaking down in front of her but for some reason, it just snuck up on me. I sobbed while burying my hands. Had she heard me? Goodness no, but there it was. How could I keep it together for the game? I’m not always a broken mess, I promise you but I still have a hard time thinking of her as a SENIOR… How did 2 years go by this quick of when it was her brother’s turn? Maybe they will know after all Mama’s emotions means she cared and that’s the best anyone can model. In all honesty, there ARE some aspects of those games I will NOT miss but of course it’s all worth it. We almost won too… Don’t get me started… 🤬

Let’s go another way as my waterworks don’t need activation again. My husband and I just celebrated 24 years of our first date. 1999 seems eons ago ( a different breath here with OTHER references… 🫢😬) and yet I remember it all so well. We did NOT model your typical first date behavior at all. NO~~~ for all you wandering minds!!! 😲 I had already worked with his sister- in-law and told a little of that already, but he did not come and pick me up. Nope, not at all. I drove to his house to meet him and his dog. My mom STILL never lets us forget that and you know why? Because it wasn’t that societal model way of having a first date. With my guy being close to 40, he felt awkward and I gotta say I loved driving to see him. We did go to the movies, too! Our second date was him coming my way, but it all worked out after all these years. Were we different on purpose? Nah, and all those models of how it’s supposed to be never mattered to us. We model some but not all.

Enough about me. How about you? We can reverse this statement of course. We look to others lives for inspiration or what will work, and then in turn become models for another. I bet you have found yourself in many situations where you might not even realize the “modeling” going on. And no, there isn’t a runway or wrestling apron to walk and strut upon. if you are in charge of a company or business, are you the model all look to? Maybe you are and maybe you aren’t. Not all bosses are liked, but I bet you try, don’t ya? We do strive to be accepted, but it does become quite challenging. You might not even care about that at all as being comfortable in your own skin feels right without having the pressure of modeling for others. The truth is we ALL do want that acceptance, but need to know it won’t or ever be from everyone and that’s OK. That part needs to be released from our thinking.

Most will look at modeling these days in regards to social media. Yes, I take selfies, but I’m not into it with posting often like many do. Just because you post that pic of yourself on Instagram or shoot a video for TikTok, doesn’t mean you are a good role model to them. I hope you know that, but many may not. We need to approach it in a fun, light way without the attachment of outcomes. It’s frustrating for some who base much on those sites but be practical, not overly vain. Be a model because of HOW you get your message out there, and not just for the sheer attention. I’m *NOT * bashing here because I sometimes am a sucker for those cute animal videos! My daughter sends me many. (: Plus I have gotten to know many genuine nice people on social. Just don’t live for compliments or spend all day vying for views. If you like, it is your choice but I prefer modeling in other more productive ways. Again, what society throws at us doesn’t always mean we have to model or follow through to submission. Try a power move of your own and send the others flying.

Warrior wanted to be the right kind of model for those interested seekers. I say the RIGHT kind because even his brand wasn’t for everyone just like yours won’t be either. We can’t save the world, but we can try our best being in that little corner of our own. Make that squared circle work for you and then the modeling feels natural without a forced ending. Sometimes it can be about going BIG or going home but for most of us, it’s more about going big in our own way without always looking to models. Warrior said this often too. Sure we want people on our side but the real ones show up when we need them. Be your OWN model every day so you can say today was better than yesterday. Don’t compete over who can model the best. Your only competition should be YOU…

P.S. Happy belated Veteran’s Day to all who have served my country of the U.S.( including my brother,) I thank you for your service~ always… ❤️🤍💙🇺🇸

P.P.S. THAT date was 11-11. Beautiful spiritual number for me as I BREATHE once again… 💙Oh, on a different note~ my husband and I are 11 years apart… 😉 

A-HA! “Now I Know…” 💡🤔

Yeah, those moments happen where we reach a point in realizing THAT needed to be part of our lives in order to move forward. “Now, I Know!” was spoken by the Ultimate Warrior during his WMVII match with “Macho King” Randy Savage. He was talking to those gods above while using his hands, deciding whether to leave the ring or stay and battle. I’ve used photos from that match before. The A-HA part isn’t referencing the 80’s group that sings “Take on Me” although I hear that song often. 🤭

These expressions can reference many things, both bad or good all based on how you use it. My photo below was taken from U.W’s very last match in the WWF (E) against Owen Hart. Did he know that would be it with the company? Probably because of comments made about his contract, but I can’t be certain. Again, like I’ve said before~ if he never had left, he never would’ve seen what else was beyond his time in the ring back then. Warrior had that moment am sure of then KNOWING it was the right thing to do. I’m certain though he had plenty of those A-HA moments throughout his life too just like we all do.

I know I mentioned in my P. S. last week of remembering that date being October 29. Yes, it was the U.S. release of 2K 14 in 2013 BUT it was also the date of a spiritual heart opening experience I have detailed before back in 2019, 6 years later. I’m not getting into all that again but a week after, I saw my psychic friend who explained much from an energy perspective. Both were without a doubt A-HA’s for me but not until later on did I connect those energetics dots of my DNA. Those “Now I Know” times began a NEW (cue “The FINK!”) ultimate journey for me in such profound ways which brought my constant OMG’s quite often. Unfortunately, some experiences needed medical attention but NO doctor found anything wrong with my heart, ever. OK, a few years later, I did have an ulcer but its origin was not medically or physically related which is another ““Now I Know” memory. I’ve had a few sources give validation, but it was all my own intuition which guided the feelings all along. 🥹😳💙

I’m not saying you need or will have times like mine as you won’t but think real hard for those stoppages that bring pause to your life. It does not have to be a negative or even bad experience at all although those periods bring the good eventually our way. I’m also not referring to those life milestones we all have in our lives beginning in infancy. You know what I mean like childhood stuff well into adulthood of family life, work, relationships, homes, etc. What I mean are much deeper than the daily movement of stages. How about a person who has impacted your life in ways that forever changed you and will never be forgotten? Yes, folks I have them besides Warrior because he is in a class by himself. I have mentioned my former book club leader, my spiritual cousin, the owner of a spiritual shop, and even other teachers along the way. A favorite yoga instructor comes to mind too. A few men have given me those moments also- not to worry… some boys from childhood as well… Maybe you don’t have a group of people as mine are a select few, but perhaps it is on another level for you. I always have my music and some songs will forever be those A-HA ones always. There’s movies, books, vacations, and so many other recollections of never feeling the same about it ever again. It’s kind of like the first time with situations we will rarely face the exact way and yet continue on seeking new adventures.

A person might have given you sound advice about an area of your life and you will forever be influenced. Think of those types of circumstances you have been in that are much deeper than getting married, having a baby, owning a home, having that dream job, dream house, ( no, not Barbie…) and all that. This kind of thinking involves so much more from us but truly try as I bet you can. Make it more heart centered. Warrior had mentioned people who influenced him with their words whether knowing them personally or not. He also had talked about places he loved and outside interests which sparked A-HA thoughts he turned into action.

We actually both have a Linda in common. He had Linda McMahon bringing him back to WWF (E) in 1996 and then inducting him into the HOF. All of those years culminated in a “Now I Know” memory. At least I like to think of it and her that way. You can have your own POV about his other “Mom.”

My Linda was a child fitness instructor who had a local mini TV show. I worked with her at some of my preschools before the day began in the early 90s. It was just a short half hour exercise program for the kids and oh, what fun! She eventually went national with her “KinderKicks” routine and it suited her. After my Grandpa passed, she was the only “work person” I could relate to. He was my first big family’s loss. I was still a teen, and those other women (with good intentions I know) just rubbed me the wrong way in handling my grief. We never know the right words to say after someone has passed and they meant well, but Linda showed me such empathy that I’ve never forgotten, 32 years later. I’m not even sure anymore what she said but it was all in the HOW. I wanted to crawl in her lap and just BE… That’s an A-HA moment for sure, despite the initial sadness. They all could’ve been my mothers, but Linda treated me as an equal. 

It’s THOSE people, moments, memories, convos, music, movies, or anything else that becomes your A-HA times of saying ” Now I Know.” You won’t be talking to your hands am sure, or even singing “Take on Me” but tap into the deeper spaces of your heart that make you FEEL without thinking too much. I just thought of my Linda too as she wasn’t even considered with the original notes. That’s just how it works warriors. Find your A-HA pauses. They are there if you really remember. Then, you will KNOW…

P.S. Oh, I thought of SO many more for me. There was yoga, meditation, crystals (of last week,) and a ton of others! Think of your own. No, not all mine are of a “spiritual” nature… It’s just what we need to do. All in divine timing that aligns perfectly for you. 🤍

*** Now, I’m singing A-HA’s song in my head!!!! 🎼🎧🎤



A House, a Tree, and a Crystal… 🏡🌳🩷🖤

Yes, I know. That’s a long title and I went through many before settling on this one. It made me laugh because it sounds like one of those jokes about… “all walked into a bar…. “ You know those right? Well, it doesn’t apply here but was funny when I thought about it. You’ll understand in a bit as all 3 involved 2 dreams. Hey, I haven’t talked about those in a while and must choose my words well when explaining.

Before exploring dreamland 😴🥱happy November warriors! We got some ❄️ last night, ugh… The holidays are coming fast to end this year of 2023. Oh my goodness, always much to do but this post is about a house, tree, and crystal today. Almost a treehouse, but not quite. The beginning of this dream about a month ago involved a grocery store but it didn’t affect Warrior so we’ll fast forward a little. The store part was really weird but I did have some groceries in my cart and was headed to the parking lot. As I approached my car, I noticed many photographers and which seemed to be a media frenzy surrounding the area. I didn’t know what was going on so I asked a few people. It felt like Warrior was out of wrestling and had retreated away from the public. That kinda did happen, but not like this. He had bought this house which sat on top of a big hill surrounded by trees.

Why was it by the store? Always with the questions… These onlookers somehow found out Warrior was indeed the mystery man living in this big house on the hill. Why did they need to bother him so much as he was now out of the business? I knew him very well but he hadn’t told me of his new address. Again, why not? 🤔 I would never reveal his whereabouts to the media at all. Guess there was proof it was him as possibly he had been seen but I believe whoever told me so I had to go.

It was then that I abandoned all the groceries in the cart 🛒 and pushed my way through the crowd. I could see the lights on in the house but here’s the interesting part (although it already is…). I didn’t make my way to the door but decided instead to climb a tree and peer through the window. Why would I do this but maybe there was no door access with the mob nearby. There are always elements I don’t know of in dreams. Well, I’m climbing this tree assuming he’s home so I can speak to him through a 🪟. Let’s hope he sees me. I finally make my way to the top as I did like tree climbing as a child. I’m knocking and banging on the window trying to get his attention. I could see him walking around and a dog lying on the floor. He finally comes to the window after hearing me yell: “it’s ME!” multiple times. He is face-to-face with me in the tree. He looks similar to the pic down below. I kid you not!

Anyways, before letting me in he just kept staring with a puzzled look. Maybe he didn’t recognize me or perhaps something had happened to make him think distrust. This is NOT the case at all but there’s always more to learn. I really don’t know as I begged him to open the window while still convincing his doubtful self it was really ME. He did open the window as I climbed in. I told him about the grocery cart and how others relayed to me about this being his house. He seemed amazed I climbed a tree, but I don’t remember too many words spoken after that. He was glad it was really me but then I awakened. I felt kind of despondent remembering the dream but I know there probably are plenty of metaphors. 😔 We all want those alone times, including me. I can analyze in other ways but he knows I will forever be on his side so perhaps there is a meaning I’m not meant to know. I was so grateful getting him to visit but next time, it better be a little happier!

This next dream was about crystals. Third times the charm or should I say 3 count as it makes 3 dreams about my precious gems I work with daily. I had lived elsewhere and our neighbors were having a party. It was a loud one too and we couldn’t sleep. Finally, it seemed to end and then into the wee hours of the morning, I stepped outside. Their lawn was covered in crystals! I vividly saw white or clear ones that had different color dots but I haven’t seen any pics similar. I did look some up online. They were crystals though. Our yards met up so I wandered a bit more. Then, I saw the crystal I work with every Wednesday when writing. Lots and lots of rhodonite everywhere! It’s a beautiful dark pink with black swirls on it. You can look up all the meanings but it’s extra special to me. It must be to appear in this dream and not just one but what seemed like hundreds all over one area of the yard.

I picked up a handful and headed on home despite already having a rhodonite of my own. I’m sure they won’t miss just a few, but why were these part of their party anyway? I don’t know and it didn’t really matter. It’s all about love and who doesn’t want more of that? Crystals in my dreams are rare, but to have 3️⃣ makes me take even greater notice. Yes, I have gotten the others as well but rhodonite I already bought a while back now. Maybe the universe or even Warrior wanted to remind me how loved I am despite the outside noise of our chaotic world. I love my crystals and have many as we all do what’s right for us. You can have your practices too.

Thank you Warrior for coming in yet another dream and for the beautiful rhodonite crystals I treasure so much. I will climb a tree and dismiss the naysayers any day. Perhaps he’s telling me to not try so hard. It isn’t necessary in order to be the REAL me. We also don’t need another’s backyard to find the love that’s already inside us. I will always try my best but maybe if I slow down a little sometimes, the answers will be clearer. 💕🙏🏻☺️

***P.S. I had found the pic of Warrior below thru Instagram and decided to use it today as it sorta fits… Always when choosing a pic- I make little notes to myself so I don’t forget. This pic’s title was : “Instagram muscles!” I thought that was funny. Hey, it’s what I do to remember… 😂💪🏻💪🏻

***P.P.S. We recently just had Oct. 29th so I will ALWAYS remember that date. It was in 2013 when the 2K2014 games were released but it ALSO was a huge turning point spiritually for me back in 2019- 6 years later…. I have talked about that but more next week… ❤️‍🩹

Defend Your Cause 🛡️🫵🏻💪🏻

Do you put your battle gear on when defending a cause? How about a bulletproof vest or anything similar? I’m speaking metaphorically of course here but the Ultimate Warrior, and then Warrior was always prepared for his many battles in and out of the ring. We may defend many causes in our own ways but think of those that truly matter to you. You might not stand in a picket line or protest but we all certainly fight for what we believe in. We should anyway. With many “causes,” (including Warrior on another level), I never seem to take my bulletproof vest off. Bring your arrows, 🏹negativity, and whatever else you can to my battle ground. It will all be deflected always.

Often times, I would imagine my vest of sorts with lots of different sections which represent areas of my life. There are words in one corner, actions in another, and let’s not forget a biggie of this day and age~~~ social media. Think of others that will come your way. Some will remain with us throughout our lifetime but look to your own vest for protection . As parents, we will defend our kids to the end of the Earth it seems but then well~ sometimes they will be in the wrong. The biggest cause we should always defend is ourselves. It took a long time for me to get there and I can be my worst critic, but continually must fight every day for the ME my armor protects. You need to do the same.

That photo below is shortly before the 1991 Royal Rumble where U.W. is defending his “cause” or title against Sgt. Slaughter. Us fans know how that ended but Warrior went on to fight for other causes even after his times in the WWF(E.) Like I’ve said before, I did not always agree with all his views on certain topics but by defending a cause, he had battle gear ready. Can you say the same? There definitely are some circumstances where we aren’t all the way to one side and that’s OK because we are entitled. Then, there are moments where we will never break or back down from. I look to my life here and several interests. There are so many I’ve had for years and yet never wavered from as they will get defended. They are my causes and I will forever defend them. This goes for people in your life, belief systems, or anything near and dear to your heart. It’s longevity. That’s the pinfall on all of this. ❤️‍🔥

There will always be those huge causes throughout our lives much bigger than interests or hobbies and they affect us on a broader yet global scale. We are taught good versus bad and right versus wrong, but do your views change over time? They sure can as adults are free to decide on their own when to put that vest on, or when it isn’t fully needed. We may not be able to control another’s opinion, but we sure can have our own like a warrior should. No, we are not all humanitarians in the fullest sense of the word but should still have things that really make a difference in our lives… 👏🏻

I don’t argue with others on huge topics anymore like I used to. It isn’t worth my time and energy to do so. You can share your views while allowing them to share theirs. Be respectful and just agree to disagree. Some are open to newer perspectives, while others will never allow anything different to penetrate through their armor. Let it go despite frustration. Yes, being famous might give you more of an advantage to publicize your platform but again—one must get their battle warpaint and gear on. Just remember to become aware of consequences faced and decide if defending is still top priority for you. I continually work on this every day with people in my life.

We will be faced with so many issues at varying stages of our lives but how would YOU respond to critics not defending your cause? Maybe you won’t be bothered at all but there are those who spend years fighting for justice in one way or another. Warrior will always be defended by me because of knowledge gained, but he made his own choices while taking those risks. I’m sure many may disagree, but my armor bounces it all off. No, I don’t know everything he faced and won’t need to, but it never takes away from who he truly was deep inside. That’s what we need to remember. 🥹

I bet you’ve all had those holiday dinners where someone starts an unhealthy debate over an issue. It can be a big topic or a really insignificant one. It causes such discord that most always dread those times of year with families. 🙄 It doesn’t have to be that way and yet it becomes so aggravating. I’ve been there too and even then, I have to defend the peace instead of the crazy! Let’s play a board game. 🎲That’s how I defuse the bad energy but other ideas work too. Just think to yourself how a person isn’t really “bad” because you can’t agree, they are just different. I mean this statement about us regular folks and not more disturbed individuals. I KNOW it sounds cheesy and it’s hard to do at times but we don’t need all that extra stress. Family time should be special and if you don’t have the arguing, you are the lucky ones. 🍀

You will know what causes to defend and which ones to just leave alone. Choose what’s right for you and see where it leads. You might be all in or just dipping a toe in. Once decided is when you can get your gear on and take it to the mat. My vest is always right near me as it has served well over the years. I will continue to defend my causes if need be and I expect you to do likewise. If the front lines aren’t for you, tend to the home fires. 🔥 Just pick those causes that ignite the Warrior Spirit and fight with the greatest intensity you have. Make sure at the end of the day you will know that your armor or vest took a beating. If not, back to the battle ground you go.

***P.S. Despite the subject matter of this post, I do not condone violence but I understand it exists in our lives…. I will continue to pray for peace in areas of our world 🌍 that need it the most- especially those that have had battles for centuries… Let’s support the good and let the rest go… 😞🙏🏻❤️‍🩹

Never Play Small 🫵🏻💪🏻🏋🏻‍♀️

I am sure you’ve heard of that saying above as Warrior would 100% agree. Yes, I know he writes about 1994 there on the side and a memory I have is from 1993 (I think?) but that’s in a bit. I must admit, I used to place small but not so much anymore. Why? Because it doesn’t lead you anywhere except to frustration and disappointment all centered around expectations. It’s kind of like how back in the day, some would never ask for directions if physically lost while driving or something like that. Now, we have Siri but I’m sure you all can relate. I can be quite stubborn but nowadays, I ask for help because it sometimes is necessary. If it pertains to the kids, I’ll ask questions if need be instead of struggling on my own. Nope, not playing small on most topics anymore.

Let’s talk birthdays a moment. Maybe you celebrate yours in a grandiose fashion but maybe you’re more low-key. When younger, it’s all controlled by your parents or maybe older siblings help to plan a party. Once in school, did you tell friends when your birthday was? I did but we all have to let go of any possible outcomes. Just because you tell someone, they may not get you anything except telling you : “Happy Birthday!” 🎂 How about as adults in a workplace? My husband hates the attention which I can understand but we all deserve to be celebrated and not just as kids or on milestones. I’ve had a few fun surprises over the years (and still do 🤭) from others but in a workplace is different. A few coworkers of mine brought a beautiful lunch one year just for me, which was in 1993 that I mentioned earlier. One had asked if I liked chicken salad~~~ very random?! It totally floored me as I had no idea. I have never forgotten that… At another job, we used to do birthday lunches where everyone contributed. It was so fun, but then I never wanted to work the afternoon class!! Was that playing small? Nope, because if you don’t share, nobody ever knows. Some prefer it that way but to me, it gets lonely. We deserve that special attention but can’t expect it..

I have played small when younger like I said but other times it affects us differently. It isn’t just speaking up or sharing but also acting. Always playing small will never increase confidence as Warrior came to know many times in his life. He didn’t even play small alone doing his workouts! If he never walked into that weight room back in high school, Coach Pate never would’ve seen his potential which went from small to BIG… That of course led to so many other opportunities career wise for him and with Vince McMahon~~~ NEVER small either! I’m so grateful he had mentioned those in his HOF speech who motivated him to keep going and to not play it small. He never forgot them but we shouldn’t forget those in our lives too who motivate us for similar reasons. 🥹🔥

We all have those down days or even moments, but then something snaps us back when another picks us up. No, I don’t mean a press slam! Those who truly care will know the right thing to say or do when we think we aren’t making a difference. On my spiritual journey, there’s been several people who saw, and still see my potential and despite some humility always, I don’t play small with unworthiness. OK, I don’t go out there and do book projects anymore but I am still doing what I love~ just in another ways. I’ll have those “Ms. Resistance” times and then I’ll get a message full of compliments that I wasn’t expecting. Sure, I can always go BIGGER in many areas but there are ideas I prefer to stay smaller . Does it mean I shy away all together though? No and it shouldn’t for you either. What are some ideas or projects you might be playing small upon? Maybe you can just amp them up a little if you like. We all deserve our own praise. even if others disagree.

Lately, I’ve had people reach out to me for various reasons that I wasn’t anticipating. I even got asked to go on a retreat with my former book club ladies. I couldn’t attend, but so nice to be included and feel special. They could’ve just invited the current group but thought of the others they begin with. That’s not playing small fellow warriors…. Some friends take pics of my kids with their bands and not because they have to but because we have gotten close and they enjoy doing it. The lengths they go to get the right shot just for us parents is no small feat indeed~~~ at least sometimes. I even get sent some from extra parents which is so sweet. I have returned the favor because I am a proud mom too. 🥰📷🎼

How about those 80s wrestling podcast guys I have referenced? If you’ve heard them, they certainly have included me with their mostly regular male callers. Talk about a BIG deal. Nothing small about that and I can run with the big boys anytime! *****Switching my gear over to the feminine, my cousin doesn’t hold back when sharing spiritual topics with me either that she can’t share with anyone else. I certainly don’t restrict by being small around her as well. We won’t be small when it’s with those we truly care for and vice versa. Sometimes, I might over share but it’s only because I trust the other and feel myself enough to be ME… That includes humorous antics too as very few experience that side of myself. When I’m goofy, I’m not playing small and those select few just know my vibe! 😜You have people like that too, I know you do. I bet they let their guard down and don’t play small with you either.

Just because stuff is the best because we can celebrate friendship without there being a big celebration of sorts. It’s those real ones who ask how you are despite their own chaotic life and don’t mince words. Some of us love BIG but it isn’t because we’re clingy, it’s because we are genuine and the real deals. Playing small just kept us that way and then we’d never evolve into the big hearts we want to give without expectation. I’ve been there~ I know, but this girl doesn’t place small because there’s no winning that match. You can do you, I will do me. Let’s just agree that some things are worth playing big for. You get to choose which ones. Look to Warrior. He knew too… 💙

P.S. Guess what? No P.S. this week! It’s been a long time for that… 😉

Fan Letters Anyone? 📝✍🏻

Welcome back readers. Hope you are ultimately well wherever you find yourself today. I had thought of this idea after glancing at Ultimate Warrior in a promo background. This I have seen many times before so it kind of fits here. Has anyone ever noticed the bulletin board behind Ultimate Warrior in his WMVI promo? It looks like fan letters of some sort, and there is a drawing there too. Reminds me of either Hacksaw Jim Duggan or Hercules in the upper left corner. I’ll go with Hacksaw… You can look that up on your own. The pic I chose today is from London in 1992 when Ultimate Warrior was signing autographs around SummerSlam. I wonder how many times famous people sign their names over the years? It must be exhausting, but that is fame for ya.

Have any of you ever written a fan letter to either a WWE(F) Superstar or anyone in the celebrity world? Of course, this would be WAY back when people did that type of thing. I did once~ only once, as it got returned. It was for a sitcom star ( no judging!) but maybe I had the address wrong? Boy, did I get teased. I would never do that to another, nope – no way. I think it’s great and despite media of today, when would I ever say NO to writing? I always wondered who read all the fan mail. That must’ve taken hours or even days at a time. Can you just imagine? The people too who would write into magazines, hoping their letter is published. Ah- the good old days…

Such a different time indeed. We can like or follow people on socials and even send private messages. Who keeps track of all those posts and do they even read them? You know it isn’t a celebrity who does that work. It’s someone they hire like an agent, manager, etc. but there are those ***RARE*** responses from the famous we get excited about. I’ve been there too. I’m sure you all know this but a hand written letter? What’s that anymore? If any of you are lucky enough to have an authentic autograph, I’m sure you treasure it. Some may sell, but I never would. It is amazing the amount of money people spend but that’s the life of a collector. We put so much time and effort into another’s signature and yet we (except a few like me) seldom write ourselves anymore. Yes, I KNOW to have a part of fame is incredible but it seems to be of little interest putting our own stuff on paper. Kids don’t even write in school much anymore as it is all mostly online content.

I’m not telling any of you to write things like I do as I don’t expect you to, but really think about it. Our world has become so digital that we use our fingers for texting more than we used to for actual writing. Don’t get me started on reading books 📚 being forgotten as well! There are many good perks of this techno world like the Internet and so much to communicate with people all over every day. It amazes me and I love it! Sometimes though, I feel we have lost touch in other ways. I know I don’t do everything the way it used to be either ( can you say Google and not looking it up in a book?) but some ideas I just won’t ever part with. I actually still write a brief grocery list and not just notes on my phone like most do. It isn’t good for me to always use my phone anyways. All that extra static interference, remember? It affects me. Most know I hand write these before “speaking” them to you all through the WordPress app. I never used to though, speak that is. I typed them before ever knowing that little microphone button, ugh 😑…

 Seriously though, what do YOU write out anymore besides signing legal documents? I know we have to evolve with the changes but I’m glad to see writers still out there despite “fan mail” being different. I started journaling at a yoga retreat several years back and now I have many journals filled with quotes, meditations, and so much more. I loved writing when younger and I’ve done blogs on all that before but never did I think to keep a journal or many.

I was not that diary girl thank goodness as I’d have such anxiety thinking my inner thoughts would be found out. Nowadays, they are stored in a box but could others access? Yes, but I have nothing to hide. It’s not like years ago… Can any of you non-writers write if given prompts? Let’s say you took a workshop or had to for a job maybe I guess people get intimidated for many of the same reasons with other new concepts. You won’t be good enough… It won’t make sense… It sounds silly… and on and on. Just like with anything else you try, you’ll have those questions too. It may not suit you and that’s OK. There are many concepts that don’t suit me either but we need to step outside that comfort zone sometimes.

I have shared on here about letter writing with my cousin and a Grandma years ago. I kept them all. It was so exciting getting something like that in the mail. It’s all priorities just like with other activities we wish to pursue. I know Warrior tried so hard post wrestling to answer letters or email personally without a copy of the same one everyone would get. I cannot imagine the volume over time and without help either, but he did it for a while. Media posts have replaced that (or even emojis) and in some ways it is easier but true fans cherish their handwritten notes from him just like anyone would. I know it would be priceless to me as you’d never forget the extra time and attention put into it personally. How is that not more meaningful than a Facebook or Instagram message? Sure, that’s still cool but no comparison if you ask me. I have printed out emails which mean so much. 🥹😊🩷

Maybe we don’t write fan letters anymore or write much at all but for me, it’s cathartic and I will continue as it is a passion of mine. You can have yours, I have this. I’m still not much of a phone convo gal, but I’ll do other media ways for sure. The phone isn’t glued to me and never will be. It just isn’t my main event. Warrior and I will always love the written word whether we were writing or reading. Fanmail or letters are a bygone era but writing itself shouldn’t be. Let’s remember what it’s like to hold a pen instead of always our phone. .. ✍🏻📱

***P.S. SO~~~ I had this dream which just gets a little note today… Maybe it happened because of my anniversary last week? Well, I was in a store and headed to the checkout area. I was behind this woman who pulls my BOOK out from her cart! No idea what store this was… She was showing it to the clerk and talking about it excitedly (: She had heard about the batteries 🔋 🔋story and couldn’t wait to read it!!! I waited a few moments before indicating how the author was right behind her… She was surprised and I asked to sign it for her. She said no- (whatever) but thanked me and was happy to meet. Then, we just went our separate ways before I woke up…. 🤷🏻‍♀️😴📗I highly recommend reading THAT story in the book or search up “The Mysterious Batteries.” You won’t be disappointed as I will always believe…