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Initiate THEN Integrate 💪🏻

It’s Warrior Wednesday so I am here to start a new match with all you readers today. I hope you’re getting into this season of giving and receiving while bringing kindness to all you do. I’m not specifically writing a Christmas post this year but as always~~~ many memories of the past to fondly look upon while creating new ones. This month, however marks 1️⃣0️⃣ years since I began a daily meditation practice. 🧘‍♀️ Oh my goodness, double digits now on that. I have shared my beginnings on how that evolved in an interesting way but so grateful to still integrate it every day. Warrior did meditate also years ago…

Great way to lead into my title as UW paces down below in that photo before a match. Another word resurfacing in different media for me and integration wouldn’t leave for whatever reason. It’s quite possibly because these words are meant to be discussed on here so this is what I do. Sometimes I only have one idea and then like magic, 🪄 it all tags in. We can connect with ideas started as initiating somehow and then getting it integrated for a consistent practice. It can be anything you start and then after a bit, it becomes part of you. That’s how fitness also began for me as it did for Warrior when in high school.

Sometimes when we initiate something, it might not work out the way we had anticipated. This can be like planning an activity with a friend, (been there) hosting a party, as I am getting frustrated with THAT coming soon for Christmas Eve, 🤦🏻‍♀️ or even sending a text to someone. The response back may be exactly what we were hoping but then again~~~ it could be the opposite. I’m sure all of you have found yourselves in similar situations. Our reactions do not need to define us and yet somehow, they do at times. We integrate them into our being as it all becomes part of us. If you feel it is a negative feeling you are holding onto, let it go. I just recently heard that song “Let Go” by Firehouse and how fitting for this time of year. Firehouse was a band Warrior listened to often back in his days of being on the road.

Let’s bring another aspect into the ring. UW initiated so much with his character and then put it all into action by integrating spirit, belief, and discipline. Two words in my book 📗title! He used those same aspects in his life as Warrior by embodying what it truly meant to live his destiny. We can all bring our own traits to the mat and then feel them in deeper ways. You have to feel it to heal it as there’s no bypassing the ugly stuff you know. When adults~~~ if we don’t get our way, do we throw ourselves on the floor and plug our ears like a toddler? I surely hope not! We need to deal with situations like grown-ups, while still maintaining our level of integrity and truth. Some do not respect principles or boundaries but us warriors need to stand our ground!!!

You might think I am referencing other states of being here, but that is not the case. By integration, I don’t mean those with split identities and personalities that learn to accept their parts through medication or therapy. Yes, those can be serious mental health issues that need to be addressed but I am meaning other wounded parts of us common to all. Things in our life get started, however or whatever they may be and then within time, they get integrated into wholly being part or within us~~~ never forgotten. They are always still there, possibly buried or hidden but not brought to the surface until ready. You will know when they arrive and if they do, will you be able to be honest about how to best address them? Positives and negatives both.

For me, as loyal readers are aware this has been an ongoing process and one that continues~~~ only in differing ways now. Like I’ve said, acceptance is the victor here because what we resist will persist in some form. We take it all and compartmentalize in our mind where it needs to go. Remember my containers of last week? I didn’t know what to do with all my spiritual learnings, Warrior’s energy, or all these questions constantly coming to light. 😳 No way could there be a container big enough once initiated to then integrate it ALL, could there be? Well, warriors there is and it’s not like another. There are many facets to each one’s journey and we all learn what truly works best for us in time. Warrior had much he wanted to begin as he was always full of ideas ready to be initiated. Some came to fruition, and some did not as that truth resonates for any reading today~~~including me. We integrate a win, loss, new belief, relationships, ups, downs, and in between. All successes and failures.

Our spirit already has that area of our lives figured out but our bodies, minds, and hearts need to catch up with this physical world we live in as humans. It can be difficult trying to see what parts of us will remain, and which will be let go like the song states. “ Take a deep breath, and go with the flow, make it easy on yourself…”Yep, those lyrics fit too. What part of you that began as an initiation of sorts is ready to be fully integrated and what can be set free? We need it all so it won’t just be happy moments, remember. Don’t wallow or spend too long in the negative areas as life needs more joy, so integrate more of that and not just because of the Holidays…

Initiate THEN integrate. Take it all in. See what happens… You might pace a little like UW there, but let go. Your spirit will cover you for the win.

P.S. If I could list an initiation on this spiritual journey with Warrior, it would obviously be 2014 but integration began early 2016. Almost 10 years and still going… ❤️

“ The Caring Containers” 📦🧳💗

Here we are in this last month of 2025 warriors. It went by pretty fast when I think back to what I was writing in January. How has it been going for all of you? Time does slip away with all its highs and lows. I hope this month brings you a sense of peace, compassion, and * CARE* as we approach Christmas with the New Year. UW ⬇️ looks like he’s running into 2026 but I will be here a few more weeks before taking my holiday break. Until then, let’s shake those ropes and gear up today. You might be wondering what this odd title means so it’s up to me clarifying which is what I do…

The word of container popped up or “ran” my way in an email not so long ago with it being depicted metaphorically of course. Metaphors like last week only differently. Plus, just TODAY~~~it was part of my daily Calm with the meditation app. It was called “a gentle container”. How about that? Perfectly fits for today… 🤍 It did keep coming back to my thoughts so now, I will expand on how this fits in my life but always in yours too. Think about a physical container or visualize one if you can. Maybe you see a glass jar, a bottle, plastic jug, or even a flower pot. Yours can even be a box. It could have water in it, another liquid, soil, plants, or other items. Again~~~ anything since it’s yours to fill. Lastly, think about whatever is in it expanding or growing. Does it take on the shape of the container with space to move or is it something stagnant that just rests in its spot? It seems like a science lesson, doesn’t it? It’s all your choice. Will your object occupy the entire container immediately or will there be more to add later on? It’s all up to you readers.

I know with me~~~ I thought of this certain flower pot in my home. It started with tiny indoor succulents 🪴 with room to grow. Then they started sprouting and spreading to fill the entire space. We start small and grow up too. If I would ever transplant them outdoors or in the ground, I’m sure those succulents would expand. These are indoor plants but you get what I’m saying. Plants fill a container just like liquids or soil mentioned earlier. Let’s finally switch this up and tag in something deeper felt. How about within ourselves. Do you have enough space with your personal containers to fill up and do they overflow? We can only take so much until our body needs water, food, rest, alone time, or any of those essentials. If not, our container breaks down in someway.

Here’s another metaphor to consider. When packing a suitcase, if too much is in you will be unable to close it. If it’s too big for the overhead compartment on an airplane, you need to check it. We have to take some out to make room. It’s like cleaning out your closet or dresser drawers. I know I do this often. All that bulk “wearing” us down needs to be donated or sold. Sometimes we buy again but sometimes not. The old has to be pinned down so the new can grow. All carrying containers dealt with by us in our own time.

How about with relationships? We all know this and yet sometimes don’t submit because we always want things the same. Realistically, life isn’t like that warriors but it is hard to face. Our emotions matter and when something is lost or disconnected, do we want it back? We might but then aspects have changed and trust is difficult to gain again. Warrior also knew this and yet our hearts need to remain open because it’s worth the risk. Remember my story of “ The Eyedrops Commercial” years ago? Just when I thought no more tears could come out of my eyes, there they were and much longer than I anticipated after Warrior’s passing. Will we ever run out of 😭 ? Nope, there’s an endless supply just like love in our hearts. We may fight them both but then they reappear whether we accept it or not. We can make room for other caring containers to hold space for those people or ideas that are sacred to us.

Physically, this is much different for obvious reasons. I mean if you’re buying a new couch and have no room for another, the older one has got to go somehow right? You also wouldn’t overfill a glass of water to drink as that’s a big mess. But our hearts and minds will always make room for more love and greater learning because that’s what we are here to do warriors. Love more and learn more however that feels for you.

I bet you can think of so many more examples in your life I’m not listing here. Once Warrior had a family~~~ his own containers, (if you will) opened up to so much more than what he had ever known. It is an ultimate challenge when we are faced with many difficulties in life but we continue on every day filling up, emptying, and beginning again. We may even need to shatter something to pieces in order to grow or let it go if it was never ours to take. It’s like trying to fit a round peg into a square hole. It doesn’t work and forcing only leads to broken containers. We learn our lessons and hopefully move on. What’s meant will find its way to us and I need that daily reminder too. We can’t just give ourselves to anybody to do with what they want but we also can’t isolate so much that our container remains sealed shut… 😕

I hope you readers can connect to my writings today as I haven’t delved deep in a while. With the hustle and bustle of the holidays upon us, maybe we need to re-examine our containers and see which serve as caring and which ones do not. Make these remaining weeks of 2025 matter warriors because like he said, never does it not matter…

***P.S. When I was getting frustrated leaf blowing a week or so ago in my HUGE container of a yard, I found a Bluejay feather on the sidewalk by my house. It was just the caring I needed… Quite possibly the last feather of the season… 💙🥹 The ❄️ is here…

“ Anger and Frustration!” 🤬🙄

Well, it’s October so I am slamming into this month! I DID find a Bluejay feather last Wednesday on my walk. It’s always super special finding one on writing days… 🥰 That pic of Warrior below is the EXACT image that came to me when deciding on a photo this week. I had to find it~~~ of course, but his expression there~ yep, totally fits today. Anger and frustration from some indeed just like he felt with many in his life at times. I could’ve used a promo from his feud with Hercules as he spoke those words, but that WCW pic entered my mind as I went with it.

Venting rant coming so get ready for battle warriors. I have to say some good stuff first. The 4️⃣th brings the 9️⃣th anniversary of this blog and the 7️⃣th brings the 8️⃣th anniversary of my book: “ Spirit and Belief.” Follow all that? I’m getting very close to that 10 year mark with these writings so it’s a great goal I hope to honor. Thank you to any readers of both but that’s a great “ segway” if you will into a reviewer of my book. What do I always say? Big UGH and SIGH… 😫😕 I’m being nice here though.

Does anyone recall back in June when I wrote about a woman who read my book with glowing reviews? I was so overwhelmed by her words and shared some in that post. I will be sharing a few others today only the opposite. I received another email from her recently commenting how I did not write her back when in fact, yes, I did naturally. I do to all. I had NO IDEA she was with a publishing company at all and she did not ever state that. Here are a few words she used about me possibly being “ frustrated” with my book not performing well. She told me maybe I felt like “ burning my book!” WHAT??? Who tells an author that and about a book of my experiences no less? She went on to ask if I felt “ hopeless and like a loser…” Well, that isn’t going to make me want to pursue business with anyone. We do need thick skins but her possible kidding around did not sit well with me at all. I did refute those horrible comments and say how I would never tell anyone to burn a book, EVER… Also, it wasn’t my “dream” to be a published author as it just happened. Hopefully, I will not hear back but I did treasure her 1st email as I’m grateful she saw the deeper meanings behind my messages in the book.

Here’s a few more anger and frustration moments. A family member of mine had asked me to help them out with something as a personal favor but I said no. I’m getting better at that lately warriors. It was not a dire need. I had my reasons which probably were not acceptable to this person, but I know better. I wanted to see if I would hear back as other texts were pretty frequent between us. I did but they seemed to be less common as time went on. My plan worked as I did not reach out to inquire again. Yes we do text but not in an overly friendly way as before. I specifically stated because of my lifestyle, I will not be taken advantage of as I truly believe that is what happened. There were some positive comments but I sense a shift. Maybe it’s for the better so time will tell… 🤷🏻‍♀️

I also had a misunderstanding with my former hairdresser, and I will own a little of this. I was so upset how she was let go but never proceeded to tell me right away. I found out from my son and then the salon. He texted to make an appointment with her and she told him. I just thought she would personally tell ME after 7 years, but she did not. Bad assumption on my part but I expected more with us becoming friends. She has been referenced on here before. Other texts followed as I did apologize but my new girl is pretty awesome. I would’ve had to find someone new after we move anyway so I guess that lightened the blow. Still some anger and frustration though. The former even bought my book. She expected me to follow her but never shared where she was working. She lost 3 clients with my daughter too. 🤦🏻‍♀️

This last one concerns a friend who is part of an FB intuitive group we both belong to. I started a monthly zoom session with our group on various spiritual topics of interest. I did not have her as a co-leader as we did work on some previous projects together in the past. She does have more experience in certain areas than me but I know what would happen. She would take over and not be sharing duties, all indirectly~~~ of course. I did tell her as I am becoming more assertive which I need to be. Being a leader is something I have done but not with this group and it’s a great opportunity for me. I still feel she is a little resentful how I thought of this idea when she had not but that’s on her. She has led other groups so now it’s my turn. I hope it does not lead to more anger and frustration on my end but I will be honest if need be. She has complimented me and I will just focus on the positive. I have allowed her to do a few other exercises with the group but not on a regular basis.

So, warriors there’s my rant or venting post for today. I can list others but will leave it at those. Sorry for all the drama but I had to get it all out. There hadn’t been anything for such a long while and then like a rocketship 🚀 blasting off, I had all those clotheslines in a row! UW fans will know what I mean there. Hopefully, my anger and frustration will cease for a bit and I won’t feel like the face of Warrior below. ⬇️ Until new stuff surfaces with more UGH’s but for now, this match is over. I have to remember to go with the FLOW and BREATHE , which is what I will leave you all with today. I’m thinking a good post next week with less SIGH’s… 😣

P.S. Reciprocity is a weakness with me but we all are works in progress. I am a warrior through and through. I bet you all are too!

P.P.S. You can find my book: “ Spirit and Belief” wherever you get your books from. It’s out there on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and all the others. It’s really my beginnings in all of this, but feel free to pick up your copy if you are so interested. I had to 🔌 plug it today because it did connect totally with this post. Enjoy readers! 💚📗✍🏻 Thank you!

Talk Show Humor 🍠

Yes, humor is back as if you know me, I like to shake those ropes and mix it up a bit on here. Today you’ll read about a funny dream that gets roped in. I gotta say~~~ and of course, this is based on MY experiences always but ever since mid-August, signs have been intense coming my way. Some subtle and yet some kinda in my face. So, having said that~~~ I KNOW despite naysayers, this is for ME… 😉

Let’s get into the dream today. Well, in typical fashion~~~ there are always some details that don’t quite match up but I love the humor which needed to come back again. So, to back up a little~~~ just recently my husband had mentioned Rosie O’Donnell who even though she has moved out of the country, still makes political comments that annoy him. I am aware but stay out of politics. I have learned to derail those convos or at least not engage. Rosie is part of the dream and I will say how much I loved her talk show which began in the late 90s for several years. That’s the backstory…

In this dream I was watching a talk show similar to how Rosie’s was years ago. I’m not sure if I was in the audience or viewing from home. Rosie cohosted with Reese Witherspoon! I did look up some info and Reese guest starred on Rosie’s show once, but they have never interacted. Their show was called: “ Rosie, Reese, and Friends” and I could see the title somewhere near the camera or off to the side somehow. They had the same type of friendly format and banter like those cohosts do. I can’t imagine them together really, can you? 🤔

I’m sure you readers know why I share all this because who was a guest? Yep, Warrior… Again, a NO (probably) on this type of show from him as he did news programs, wrestling, or politically based interviews. Keep reading though…. No true idea on why Warrior was there as I’m sure he’d be plugging his latest project and bringing in the topic of wrestling sooner or later. He gets introduced after what I think would be a WWE introduction, (a.k.a. “package”) although in the dream, I only saw him come on stage. He looked like he did during his last few months here in 2014. He comes up to Reese and gives her a big hug. Rosie is next with arms open and he passes her by!!! 😲 The audience kind of boos as she remains there with arms wide just a little surprised. Warrior would not (at least I believe) agree with some of her political views. That’s probably why he ignored her. I was surprised too but totally understood his why. Here’s the funny part.

He then immediately looked into the camera with his famous smile, and said: “ See, I’m funny, I can be funny sometimes!” 😂😂 With Rosie still in disbelief, he walked over and hugged her before sitting down. ***** I forgot to mention how my notes read that in the dream my sister sent me a clip of the show so guess I didn’t write that first! I wasn’t in the audience after all, so sorry about that part. My thoughts get away from me at times. Oops! Maybe it’s a good thing that I don’t always check my notes… 📝

Here’s a few of my takes. Let’s start with my sister sending me the clip. At first I thought, huh? Why would she be part of this? It’s so interesting how things come back. She was a big support to me after Warrior passed, which I have said before, so perhaps that could be her connection. *** BTW, she’s the sister I referenced last week. You all know the Rosie part but Reese? No clue on her as I have not seen or watched any of her movies lately. Always an element that makes little sense but still great anyway. The humor part comes and goes in these dreams and I know Warrior was funny, STILL is. I didn’t need the validation but maybe in the dream the audience did~~~even Rosie. I love though how politics seemed to disappear when Warrior hugged Rosie just like how animosity disappeared with many of his former wrestlers at that HOF weekend. *** That statement was not in my notes.

The dream seemed to end after that hug as he sat down to begin the interview with both ladies. I never heard any more of a specific conversation as possibly Warrior and Rosie’s views might’ve been discussed, who knows? 🤷🏻‍♀️ The “main event” was him being funny right to the camera as the audience loved it all. He was showboating again only this time, not in a wrestling ring. Why this talk show, those ladies, or him wanting to prove his humor? I don’t have all the answers but maybe it’s a different message for me. I need to watch a funny talk show again just to laugh without serious topics all the time. 😅 Many messages for sure but the best was seeing Rosie’s face without getting a hug and then Warrior laughing to the camera. I LOVE dreams that I can wake up smiling from. It’s just Reese that still puzzles 🧩 me but maybe I’ll have that answer soon.

Make time for humor in your life warriors, however you can. I needed a good laugh and I got one, even in a dream. Who cares what is silly to you which might not be for another, laugh anyway! “ Rosie, Reese, and Friends” brought it my way as Warrior I’ll take being his funny self always… ☺️

P.S. Another OOPS!!! I did not mention this at first BUT you’ll see that pic below of Warrior and Sgt. Slaughter backstage during HOF 2014. I needed a pic of him laughing and that popped into my head! Can you believe it??? It’s all about a potato…You can all look that up on your own. 😜🤭

Make Life Simple 🩵☺️

A little sidenote here with bringing up last week for a minute. I forgot to say this, but “ Express Yourself” by Madonna was one of my songs on a mixed tape. 📻 I had many tapes, but remembered that song being on one so there ya have it! Those were the days for sure when kids (probably mostly teen girls) had blank tapes in the deck waiting for a favorite song to come on the radio. We loved it all despite easier conveniences of today. I still have all mine, but can’t play them anymore… 😞 *** AND a correction here… “Fantasy” NOT “ Emotions” by Mariah Carey was played at the dentist’s office. I actually remembered it in the middle of the night! Crazy how things come to me so I just had to share that… 🤪

You’ll notice that smiling photo of Ultimate Warrior back in his early days below. Ah yes~~~ he had the best smile. 😊 He also inspired my title today as no, not always! I decided to watch a little of the “Always Believe” DVD, just some snippets of my choosing. I rarely watch Disc 1 much but closer to the HOF moments, I will more along with parts of 3. Warrior was talking about life in the beginning of the DVD. Most fans know how he portrayed the character of UW, which allowed him to be somebody larger than life which then allowed him the opportunity to do life his way~~~on his terms. Warrior got the chance to be a superhero of sorts, which then enabled him to do a simple thing called LIFE. Huh? What does that mean exactly?

I will expand on his words somewhat today as I have in the past but for many of us, it can be tricky. Life isn’t always simple. It’s messy and complicated at times, right? It sure is but again warriors~ it’s all on how we respond to it that matters. I do realize that some of you readers will highly disagree with me and frankly, I don’t blame you. After all, many are in dire circumstances or distraught with pain, family obligations, debt, and lots of other scenarios. I get it, truly I do. This isn’t about all that although I am not naïve to the frustrations of others. It’s real and it’s ugly quite often.

We need the simple though, we absolutely do. When was the last time you did something simple and easy but were fine with it? Really FINE with it? No big fuss, no extravagant details but maybe bordering on boredom? That’s good once in a while despite warriors probably thinking that if one isn’t busy, it’s not living. That is false, so don’t buy into that expression. The reason people don’t want downtime is because it scares them. Yep, it does. When you aren’t on the go all the time, your mind might play tricks on you but here’s the great part. You don’t have to let it!

There are the moments when we need alone, quiet, or stillness to think and let our soul speak to us. That doesn’t mean to sound crazy, but inspiring. Be creative and do something fun that isn’t so cerebral or brain based. I’m not saying to be irresponsible but just to lighten up some. Even warriors need fun and silly stuff, including Mr. Warrior himself . I have shared plenty on here… 🤭 We can have our thinking caps on (like I used to say to my preschoolers) but shake those ropes and let your heart decide what will come next. I know it’s ultimately hard for many of us to do, but we need it all. By all I mean the head, heart, and gut like I say on repeat. The gut has the final say so let it be your #FinalBoss.

Making life simple will look different for any of us. It can be to declutter, buy frugal (yet nice,) plan an easy day, or things similar. Don’t be bored out of your skull but just to~ here it comes~ my mantra~ “go with the flow.” See where the day takes you if you can without the hustle and bustle of work, schedules, or routines. We need our livelihood for sure but make space with a relaxing time to just be. It can entail a self love day or just hanging with those you want. That could’ve been mentioned last week! Sometimes, we do have to schedule those kinds of events but please fit them in because it’s necessary. You don’t wanna leave this planet someday and think all you did was work, work, work, do you? Again, I do understand commitments and expectations to survive financially but life is supposed to be fun too, correct? It sure is and most of us crave more of it.

I know if I don’t get a little break from heavy events that drain me, I would scream or should I snarl? 😬Even just a simple change in environment helps too. It might not be much but the serotonin in our brains will respond along with our endorphins of the heart. Listen to what your intuition tells you. I am doing that more and more without overthinking or overreacting. This means I’m not analyzing so much that I can’t just * FEEL * my way through a situation. Yes, we need the logic but allow the simple to come forward. Life will be easier when we respond in healthy ways instead of giving into those negative feelings of insecurity, doubt, or worry.

Warrior allowed his life to become simpler as he withdrew more from the professional business of wrestling. No, he didn’t just sit around on his 10 acres in New Mexico but found exciting ways to let life work in different directions with more flow. He was always a busy guy for sure but listened to his gut, which determined how life would go. Warrior always did that but with his family, it became more simple for him to just be without obligation or pressure. Life can be simple warriors if we let go of those ropes just a little and allow ourselves to flow into who we truly came here to be. I hope you can let life work for you and not work for your life. Then, like Warrior you can say “…to make a life and to be ME!” 👏🏻🏜️🥰

P.S. if any of you are followers of “ 80’s Wrestling the Podcast,”

they have a new platform since late December. It’s called Podbean, which you may be familiar with. Just download the app as it is so easy to navigate. There even is a chat room during the live episodes… Check them out sometimes if you are able… 👍💪🏻🤼‍♀️

Make A Difference 🤍

“ Wake up Sleeping Beauties!”

I do know I referenced that phrase spoken (or maybe kinda yelled) from Warrior, but it resonated with me. I don’t believe he was saying that down below in that photo but it was yet another inspiring shot of him in his barn gym back at Casa de Warrior in New Mexico. Also, Sleeping Beauty, (a.k.a. Princess👸 Aurora) was always my favorite and she’s the same age as Warrior was which is * NOT* my reason, ha ha. I did mention that in a post years ago. We need to wake up and KNOW~ just know we do make a difference. We have to and NEED to believe that. This bears repeating and I don’t want to sound redundant, but it totally fits with what I am sharing today.

*** Extremely personal post***

Earlier this month, the world lost a beautiful young woman who was best friends with my niece. She was only 20, almost 21. The same age as my son as well. Her celebration of life is this weekend and I’m certain that will be an extraordinary event. I never met her but everyone and I mean everyone who had known her has the most kindest things to say in her memory. It just so happens she shared the same name as our cat~~~ Hannah. I always loved that name as it was one I considered for my daughter. Who would’ve thought years later, it would resurface for one of our pets. My Mama brain remembered. Hannah means “ GRACE” and this girl exuded just that. She fought a hard battle with a rare form of cancer and is survived by an older brother. Her parents had already lost twin boys at a few months old prematurely years prior, so she was their girl of saving grace… 🤍

I cannot imagine losing 3 children but I do believe in a higher purpose~~~ despite such tremendous loss. That remarkable young lady came here to help her parents get stronger, to be a light of goodness, and to make a difference in many ways. She reminds me so much of a friend of mine who passed almost 2 years ago now. She was the same age as my sister and left behind her husband and 3 kids…. Their son is the same age yet again as mine and they went thru school together… Everyone who knew my friend adored her smile and contagious laughter. These people are Earth angels spreading positivity to all in lieu of what is going on around them. I have sent my niece comforting words as I hope they resonated with her. ❤️‍🩹She’s struggling without her bestie of these past 9 years, but Hannah made her stronger too~~~she just didn’t know it back then.

I’m not writing all this to make you readers sad or even angry about lives cut short in a way. I’m writing because I need my title’s reminder too. I try to be positive but those two beauties just glowed in ways I can only envy. They made a difference with their outgoing styles, but we all can and do even though we might not be like they were. None of us are Little Miss or Mr. ☀️ Sunshine all the time, we can’t be~~~ but some rise above the yuck just by their very presence. It’s something we should all attain to.

Warrior spoke often about us all having genius inside, how our life matters, not to waste our time, and so much more but many of us don’t have that platform of celebrity like he did. We do, however, have much today than we ever have with social media and ways of communicating if we wish. Even if you’re not a media person, please always believe in your goodness. We may falter and aren’t perfect, but we can’t give up and think it’s all for nothing. You and I and everyone makes a difference so we need to count the small ways. If it’s someone you disagree with, they (even with your eye rolling, 🙄) make a difference too.

Often times I wonder if I’m doing enough or saying enough, but then there are times when I think~~~ that’s it for today. We might not do big, extravagant actions for the whole world to notice but someone, somewhere is very appreciative for your existence~~~ believe me. I might not hear from readers of this blog very often or even other media responses but I know there are those who read or I wouldn’t be doing this at all as I thank those who do… We also don’t have to share much with others, but the universe is a co-creator with you on your life to make a difference. It’s your hobbies, your livelihood, your passions, how you treat people, and everything about you that matters. We just have to trust the process, do what we can, and let the rest go.

I’m not asking you all to live in fear because of a possible shorter lifespan, not at all. I’m also not bringing in guilt over mortality as that is not my place nor is it anyone’s. Everyone of us has a unique purpose and mission. We may not fully know exactly what ours is or even understand others, but it exists as you just have to find it inside. Speak positively to yourself always as Warrior preached to us all. That makes a difference too as it doesn’t have to be actions but words spoken get heard. They might not be by another if they choose to not listen but your soul responds to what you are sending out. You can look up perspectives, but they don’t need to be obligatory. None of us does life in the exact same way and we shouldn’t have to. Sure, we have our ego that gets in the way sometimes, but you can override that by getting over fear and into love. It all starts with you warriors. Some have that natural ability to do that like those ladies I mentioned, but we all can~~~just in our own ways.

My friend and my niece’s were amazing and always there to lend a hand, smile, or bring joy that will never be replaced. Their journeys were short here but we need to learn from how they lived~~~ which was with passionate hearts. I’m humbled by their time here and yet need to believe I make a difference by just being me. That is enough on some days or any day really. Warrior wanted and still wants this message known too. See the good in others and be the good in this world. Those 3 made a difference~~~ go make yours. I do ***HOPE *** Hannah sends my niece a spiritual sign of some kind soon if she can. It’s the best feeling… 🥹🙏🏻

P.S. To all those recently affected by loss, I send you healing grace. My niece’s middle name is also Grace…

P.P.S. On a lighter note, maybe I’ll watch my copy of “ Sleeping Beauty.” 😴👑 💗

Warrior Odds & Ends

I decided to use a short phrase from last week to “rope” into today’s title. Yep, it’s kinda a part 2 with mixed up tag teams if you will. I love that shot of UW below smiling after WMVIII when they held a press conference. It was mostly about his return to WWF after a 6- 7 month long absence. WrestleMania season is coming soon and for all you WWE followers, my prediction is John Cena will be part of it for sure with 2025 being his retirement. We’ll see how the Royal Rumble goes first!

***A few days ago, it was the 11th anniversary of when the Ultimate Warrior was announced as part of the 2014 HOF class. My statements about time are yin and yang ☯️ but I have to say, 11 is a great spiritual number. Well, they all can be but 11 is a master in many ways as I have stated before. I will take it for this year with Warrior… 💙

Let’s stay with numbers here as this actually is a big part of the post today. Going back to December ( I know again…) brought 9 years since I began my meditation journey. I’ve told that story of getting a panic attack, texting my sister, and finding the CALM app, which I still use today. After that brought the dreams in 2016, which was~~~ you guessed it 9 years ago. 2025 also adds up to 9 for any of you numerologists reading. I’m not a pro but most know my connections to numbers. Also, my birthdate has a lot of 9’s but nope- I am an 11… See, great number this year… I will have to get out my book and reread a few of my first spirit visit dreams from Warrior, which is my tradition this time of year. After beginning meditation, a month later~ the dreams began. They’ve all been written, but those first ones are in my book, 📗” Spirit and Belief” if you’re new here.

The next number 9 gets its own paragraph because well, it just does. Some may recall the story of a visit to my psychic friend which will be 6 years this year, but that’s not the 9 reference of course. Near the end of our session when Warrior came through, he had said “ cloud 9.” She asked if that had any reference to me at all or if I say that popular phrase often. I really didn’t but do know what it means. She relayed how that phrase would help me in times of stress or to just think of him ( Warrior) as he is one of my cloud 9’s. Parts of that time were comical to me but I tell you what~~~ it worked and still does. I made a little paper cloud with a number 9️⃣ in the middle to adorn my writing box for years. Just recently, I made another as the other got worn out! My go to cloud 9’s are many with Warrior being right up there at the 🔝. I thank him for working through my friend to deliver that much needed message. 🥹

I’ll stick with this topic a little regarding my writing and journal box. I’ll stick with it as it involves stickers. Oh, this story is just too cute and made me laugh as I was putting away my writings of last week. I’m still smiling over this! 🥰 I had seen those WWF magazines in my box from “ The Wrestling Collector” store last summer (remember how I got a free one?) and decided to get them out for possible future post ideas. It was then how I noticed a sticker on the side of the November ‘90 issue with UW on the cover. My daughter still loves stickers and gives me some to decorate my journals and such with. I use enough and give her back the rest. For some reason, this one sticker with a **BEAUTIFUL** word got stuck to the side of that issue! It seems odd how it got placed like it is, but I’m leaving it on. It works in that spot. Also, it could’ve been ANY of the stickers she gave me of various words, cute animals, etc., but it is the perfect one. I’m still smiling. ☺️ 💖

Well, that brings me to another book I mentioned a little last week. I wanted a new library book as it’s time again. With it being so cold outside, I chose a closer smaller library. They have limited selections, but I did see an author’s name I recognized. It’s an easy read but next time, I’ll venture further out. I go to check it out along with some movies and after trying twice, a librarian needed to assist. She had to type in the number as the scanner wouldn’t work. A message pops up that the library no longer recognizes this title! What? It’s 5 years old, but they only stock current books. She said how it’s mine to keep! I know libraries sometimes have book sales but this was new to me. Guess it happens a few times a week, how about that? Once again though, it fits for me in my life right now with areas I need to work on. The author is this woman who is now almost 90, a Buddhist nun, and has a great sense of humor despite some serious chapters on spirituality. I got a free book and a lovely chat that day! Little wins, warriors…

My Warrior odds and ends are winding down this week as I pin them to the mat. Sometimes, we don’t need a big topic or area to discuss as the small ones matter too. Just go with the flow of your day and see what transpires. Start off with a grateful heart and let the universe guide you to find those little moments of happiness. They are there if you just let go and allow them to find you. No press conference, psychic friend, or bigger plans need to be made. Sometimes, it’s just a fun sticker or a free library book. I even get excited for those aligned numbers, how about you?

For these last few weeks, I also haven’t had my “cheat sheets” with notes. Nope, not once so far for this month. I have written that way before but 3 weeks has got to be a record. Not sure what next week will hold, but I got my photos for this month so that’s set at least! I hope your goals~~~ not resolutions are going well if you’ve made any. Dream BIG as I need too as well. Don’t let Mr. or Ms. Resistance get to you. Make sure you are the winner in that match which is your life. For my friends up north, stay warm and safe during this snowy cold winter. It’s that indoor more introspective time of kinda hibernating but do what makes you feel good. Find your own cloud 9️⃣ , make one, or even find a positive sticker that makes you SHINE, laugh, and anything ultimate!

P.S. I haven’t used the word ultimate or Warrior since September in a title. That’s probably another record…

P.P.S. I did see some more current numbers for RAW’s premiere on Netflix. 4.9 million… We shall see if that continues as WWE moves forward globally! 🌎

SNAP into it! ❤️💛📺

Yes, warriors let’s snap into it! A New Year is filled with fresh starts, ultimate beginnings, and a clean slate. Now that the holidays are over, I hope you were able to celebrate and yet get some much deserved rest as well. This post is just a great big ol’ mix of stuff without a real topic today so look at it as a “hodgepodge” of odds and ends. I had found a few pics of UW from different parts in his wrestling career (and one beyond) so you’re gonna see those these next few weeks of January. Do you WWF fans old enough remember how Ultimate Warrior was the FIRST “spokesman” for the Slim Jim meat sticks brand you see below, blurry and all? It was hard to get a still shot! He was in those commercials mostly shown on the weekend mornings along with their WWF programming. Yes, “ The Macho Man” Randy Savage made Slim Jim’s more iconic as time went on as I STILL see his image advertised to this day.

Moving on. I guess I still had a few “mentionables” from 2024 as they came into my thoughts. The Warrior Award was also discontinued this past year. If it still would’ve been presented, this year would be number 11. 10 years ago it began with Connor Michalek being the first recipient posthumously… I’m still upset that a little girl never got inducted. We never did hear officially as to why WWE decided to end it but with the release of Dana months prior, it made sense. I believe they strayed somewhat with its initial conception but nonetheless~~~ 2024 marked its end.

Speaking of dates, did you know this? 2025’s dates are exactly the same and lineup with 2014’s? I know this has happened before in years past and yes~~~ I am mentioning it because of 2014 of course. I’m not sure how I happened to look ahead at the calendar to know that, but it’s true! Check it out for yourself. So, for you Warrior fans, yep~~~exactly the same dates if you were thinking about April. I don’t want to dwell, but it will repeat of 11 years ago this entire year. I wonder how often this occurs? I’m not sure. Let’s continue this for a moment as I usually talk about a connection with wrestling. 1990 was 35 years ago. 😳 Think of your life. I was getting close to graduating high school with it being my senior year. For most of that year, UW was champion but hard to believe the early 90s were 30+ years ago now. That is crazy to me, 3️⃣ decades almost for some of those years. I started my preschool profession then too. I know you’re gonna check a calendar of some sort, aren’t ya? 😉

Another moment from 2024~~~yes, I thought of one more as it’s real funny. Remember me saying how I would try to watch any of SNME ( Saturday Night’s Main Event) but we were at my niece’s wedding reception that night? My brother actually got it up on his phone on the dance floor, but it was so loud in there to really hear. I just wanted to see the return of Jesse Ventura and hear the old theme music again! I did however, catch the last match back at the hotel. I knew Cody would retain the belt but wanted to listen to commentary. Another SNME is coming up so maybe I’ll catch it in its entirety.

Staying with WWE, did any of you fans watch the premiere of RAW this past Monday on Netflix? What a brilliant concept first initiated last year as they will for sure draw more fans and huge ratings overtime. Some might even be saying Vince who? 🫢 Well, maybe not but it’s an entirely new generation just like when VKM took it over from his Dad and Grandpa before him. I wonder how that will change the future of wrestling to be on the number one globally streaming platform?! It’s “ Unbelievable!” ! There, I quoted Vince from UW’s return in WMXII.

So, how will you snap into 2025? You don’t need a Slim Jim but what else can help you to make this year truly ultimate? I still haven’t set my goals, but I’m working more on grounding mantras. You might be confused but I need them when anxiety flares up. They are just statements to keep me centered despite what’s going on in the external world. I feel different energies and need to reset sometimes. A good book helps 📗( more on that next week…) so I’m into that. Snow ❄️ does not help but everything is temporary as we move through cycles of change.

I think I covered all those mixed up topics as more seemed to get added to the list. I hope all of you are doing well wherever reading today and again, I thank you always for your continued support of my writings. Whatever your reasons in sticking around, I hope to fill your day with some pick me ups, funnies, or even the more introspection we all need from time to time. My wish is for your year to go great as there’s no need to blast off like a 🚀 since UW did that on his own very well. Maybe you walk or even tiptoe into 2025. However you go, just go and continue going down your own warrior way. Snap into whatever feels right for you and don’t forget to always, always believe. Believe in yourself naturally before anybody else. I’ll catch up with you all next week!

P.S. I almost didn’t have a P.S. this week as I was trying so hard to see what the viewership was for RAW. Obviously, they don’t measure it the same way as with regular TV. The estimation was 3.6 million views, but I’m not sure how accurate that is. Either way, it’s totally crazy to see what the future in WWE will hold! 🫨😬😜

Naughty or Nice? 😈😇

It’s December time again and that means you’ll only be reading a few more posts from me until I break for the rest of the year. This will sorta be a Christmas one as next week brings my annual year in review. That’s gonna be a biggie so lace up your boots and get your gear out for the 2024 wrap up! Today though is about those two words above of being naughty or nice which I know totally applies to the holiday season, right? If you were the latter, you’d get most of what would be on your list to Santa but if you were the former, coal in your stocking was told to you I bet. Some may know I always wanted the UW wrestling buddy doll you see Warrior with down below. I had talked about a dream I had years ago and even used a pic of one in the audience. This time~~~ you get Warrior holding his as he was so excited when they came out.

I’m not too fond of those words in the title today actually. First off, being naughty can pertain to some stuff totally unrelated with being bad. Ya know~~~ when “BAD”means more of adult language if you get what I’m saying. 🤭Secondly, being nice is not defined as we may think. When growing up, we are told by parents or other adults to be “nice” always and for many of us, we were. Well, I hope you tried your best. Nice implies a somewhat artificial connotation by my standards. I have been nice, done nice, put on that happy face, and all that but you know what? It doesn’t get you anywhere warriors. By this, I mean that it can come across as obligatory or out of guilt. I am not that way anymore although sometimes, I stray like we all do.

Being nice can imply you get taken for granted, treated like a “doormat” or it is just assumed you will do it all for others. Nope, that is not how it should be and Warrior would never have engaged in any of that. I’m not saying he wasn’t nice but I think it’s more about the word of being KIND… That’s a totally different word. Just like my thoughts on neutrality versus maybe being in the middle of last week. It just resonates better and works in a whole new way. When we are kind, we do to others out of goodness which is heart centered, and not head centered from how it’s supposed to be. Are you feeling this with me?

Kindness involves more action and doing while niceness involves more passivity and being. Yes, they can be quite similar and often times are very much. It’s another one of those word combos we as a society tend to lump together (no pun intended!) like coal as being too synonymous which in fact, they really are not. Let’s revert back to that word of naughty. Seriously, were any of you ever called that as a kid? It seems extremely outdated but who doesn’t like alliteration with those two words? It reminds me of the Golden Era in the WWF years for fans old enough to know. Redemption or revenge as well of a few posts ago.

Unless you really were horrible as a child, naughty seems so extreme. If there were financial constraints in a family, maybe a few gifts were received this time of year but most got a little something under the tree. 🎄 Kids nowadays get truckloads but I gotta say~~~ mine were always limited to probably 6 or so. There’s that number again.

I know times are very different now but spoiling or doting in unhealthy ways does little for self-worth. I had always desired to do that 3 gifts rule. Do you know what it is? One gift is something you’d want, one is a need, and the last is one to share I believe. Correct me if I’m wrong. I would often give my kids something to share like a sled or board game. I have spoiled a little though. When I was young, we did receive a small toy in our stocking along with candy. I put other fun items in ours nowadays because sometimes we do like to start our own traditions and that’s OK. Too much candy isn’t good anyway! I like candy canes though… Don’t get me started on gift giving though as I know that can be a tricky area for many. I prefer gift cards to give to some but it does depend on the person. Sometimes, it just becomes too materialistic for me as I’ve said before.

So, warriors~~~have you been naughty or nice this year? Oh, those words… My dad did actually place toy lumps of coal in our stockings one year as a joke but I do not recommend that to try on little ones. They will truly believe they’ve been too naughty and Santa doesn’t care. We can’t have that. This month is yet another crazy one in my family and it will be quite busy. Hard to believe month 12 is here but I am ready for new energy. You are running out of days warriors so get your lists in and remember to practice kindness. I will as well. The UW wrestling buddy doll isn’t on my list anymore but it will always be special to me in other ways. I’m never naughty… or at least not in the kid way! 😂 We can be nice, but it’s better to be kind.

🤶🏻🙏🏻🦌😬🛍️🛒❤️💚🎄🎅🏼❄️☃️🍪🛷🍬

Calm Before the Storm 🙏🏻⛈️

I’m going to start off today with a few little things before getting into the blog. I hope all you readers are doing well as these many holidays are fast approaching near the end of the year. A quick honorary mention needs to be written about last week concerning the post on redemption and revenge. I cannot believe I left out WMVII. After all, had it not been for the “Macho King’s” interference with his scepter, UW might’ve still been the champ. I know, I know it was all planned~~~ but loyal readers may recall my post where I discussed that 1991 Royal Rumble against Sergeant Slaughter. It was called “ The Stories We Tell” on 7/19/23. Sarge told a little different story as that became a rant of mine! Anyways, UW got his revenge with a win at that Career Ending Retirement Match. Redemption for sure. ☺️

The next topic is yet again about a pic. The one below today is just a random shot, but I left my blinds in the background. I could’ve used my other DVD player to avoid the blinds but decided to keep it in as is. I think it’s funny and I am not an editing queen!*** Well, now that those two convos are over, I’ll move on. Did you ever just feel like it’s the calm before the storm? How about if your metaphoric plate was full, got emptied, and then super full again. Yep, that’s me right now. I guess life is like that but why is it always like 1 million things on that plate? 😩

I’ve been feeling under the weather lately and so has my family. I’m actually not overwhelming myself with holiday shopping that much but other things creep their way in and remain for a while. I do like to stay busy but then more stuff gets added to the plate, which makes me scream! UGH!!! My daughter has decided to change colleges in order to commute and go locally. So, we need to get her car before the semester begins mid January. At least the kids won’t be rivals anymore. She just isn’t happy but in a few years after we move, she’ll resume her studies where she started and get her degree. I thought she may last the entire year there, but it isn’t meant to be. *** Before that, I do hope for positive vibes as we are hosting Thanksgiving this year and she needs the other family support. We also have visitors that haven’t been here in years~~~ my sister’s family, who recently moved back here in the summer. They were here for the graduation party but not inside for a holiday. The calm before the storm indeed…

We will be going to my niece’s wedding the week before Christmas in Tennessee that my husband and I will be attending. I haven’t seen some of my brothers kids in years so I’m looking forward to those reunions. Again, though~~~ some can cause drama so I can only hope it all goes well. I am slowly taking off from the plate, piece by piece. My girl also gets her wisdom teeth out over winter break, 🦷 my son starts a new job that he’s super excited about, and my mom will be turning 80 Christmas Eve. I will definitely need some calm after those events.

Phew, let’s talk about a wrestling career. I know the guys had little calm or downtime as their plates were always full. It was just their lifestyles which they chose for themselves. Sometimes, it takes years before any of them~~~ like Warrior would be able to enjoy a much less full plate 🍽️ and less of a storm if you will. I do better with a few things at a time or my anxiety goes into overdrive. It’s this time of year but also other family stuff called life. I love much about the Holidays but the people you spend your time with matters. Sometimes, it’s a struggle but I tell myself that I do enough and that’s it. We have to be ourselves whether others agree or not. Warrior was all about that for sure and it’s something I need to remember always, no matter what is happening around me.

I also get affected by cosmic energies, whether any of you readers understand that or not. My shifts are happening and it’s all for the good but that is why I seek the energy work. I feel lots deeply and need to remember as well to not give my energy away to just anybody. It isn’t healthy for my systems. You might be confused by this and that’s OK. Just know it is part of my journey and one I need to keep healing. I had the calm, but then another storm started brewing…

Our plates will never be completely empty all the time warriors and that’s how it’s supposed to be. We do need to find the balance though or our bodies and minds will tell us. Sit with it for a bit as I’ve said before and I’m doing that too. We have to believe all will work out for us and have that intuition to know it’s true. What do you do when things seem to overwhelm or your plate is overflowing? I hope you can find the calm despite some storms possibly coming on the horizon. Be the warrior you were meant to be, which is to fight with all that you have~~~ always.

Even if it’s just for a few moments, get a little time to calm and declutter that plate. There will be storms, but it’s all in how we handle it, right? I am grateful Warrior finally found his calm which is what he truly needed, we all do. Do what you can and know it’s enough, even with this busy or chaotic holiday season. Stand your ground and tackle that plate one day at a time. Tell your mind that it’s OK to be calm and it will eventually listen. Get that warrior strength and never let it go. It will stay with you through all of life storms…

P.S. Here’s my ‘91 Royal Rumble Rant!

http://www.mywarriorwritings.com/the-stories-we-tell/ 😳😬🤔