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“ Dream on, dream on…” 😴💚🖤

~~~ Sing it with me! Yes, like the Aerosmith song.

Happy 11-11 readers! That is a HUGE spiritual number for all those that follow like me and it’s even more powerful than the other months of 10-10, 9-9, etc. Like I’ve stated~~~ the 11 is my number in many ways but you can look that up on your own if curious. No, it’s not like my 6…. 😉 If it doesn’t resonate with you, that’s OK too. *** The other tag team half of the day is that of Veterans Day here in the US. I did a big family post of this special day years ago, honoring all who had served or were still serving in the military. I really had quite the big list as I remembered them all. I salute any who sacrificed to defend these freedoms we often take for granted~~~ even those who might be forgotten or underappreciated. Thank you all for your service, always. FYI, that post I wrote years back has been viewed much lately so I thank you. ❤️🤍💙🇺🇸

You will see an AI photo of UW below as I do enjoy the ones that are artwork, paintings, or drawings. I don’t enjoy when faces are distorted but a few I’ve seen are really good. I love this one so I hope you do too. *** I’m bringing a few DREAMS your way today and one happened years ago. I’ll save that one for last but I did write it down to keep while telling myself I would never share it. Now, it’s time and I’ll reveal more on that one in a bit. Let’s start with a short one of UW that I was privy to see, albeit briefly. I’ll reminisce with those familiar here. *** Years back, I shared a dream of being in my brother’s bedroom when younger and looking at our old 8th grade photos. Who knows why but then the photo changed into UW with the guys from that WWF Slam Jam ‘92 album! Huh? Such a mystery but now we get a two count on this.

In this dream, I was at an extended family event like a graduation party or something. No details specifically but as I was looking through photos in an album~~~ once again, the pic changed in my hands. All of a sudden~~~ instead of seeing my large family, it was Ultimate Warrior similar to that ‘92 look or maybe ‘93 in Germany, I couldn’t tell. I’m thinking it was that Slam Jam time because I saw UW holding an electric guitar in his hands “playing” it with a band behind him. No, they weren’t wrestlers but other members who probably were really playing their instruments. It was not a video but a photo like I said, and only one shot. Maybe W just wanted to make his presence known to say “ I’m here, hi!” I can imagine what he would be saying and all during my family party reunion. He had his blonde hair and face paint but I couldn’t tell if he was enjoying this with the WWF or not,. 🤔 Hmmm… Was it just a work? Still like always I love it all and even the unexpected moments in dreams.

That unexpected moment will lead me into the dream of years ago that I will finally share today. Once I detail, you all might come to your own conclusion as to why I felt uncomfortable writing this one for you. I will summarize my written post. It just touched my heart ♥️ in a new way back then and was unlike anything I had seen in a dream before. So, let’s begin my friends. *** I was at a beautiful house prepping dinner as my mom was planning a visit. She was coming to meet my fiancé for the first time in the home we shared together. Yep, enter Warrior… First off, no family member (immediate anyway) would be meeting a fiancé without knowing him as my boyfriend first. Secondly, the idea of us together might “irk” some of you, but it’s happened over and over. That (believe it or not) is NOT the reason for me avoiding this dream on the blog.

So to continue…. I can picture us chopping veggies for a salad 🥗 and also getting 🥩 meat ready to grill. I believe I had a bottle of wine, 🍷 more than likely for me and Mom and not Warrior! We made our way outside to wait for her. I could see a brick walkway leading up to our patio, which was nice and cozy. There were chairs, a grill, and a table set for us to sit down for dinner. I could see trees nearby too. Here comes my mom as Warrior bends WAAAAY down to hug her. Mom disappeared. She’s always been small in stature but has shrunk a little, unfortunately. It was sweet yet funny to see as Warrior’s large frame covered hers. I’m not sure where we lived but the weather was great! We go to all sit down as dinner isn’t quite ready yet. My mom sits first, Warrior second, and then me. There’s plenty of seating as I did not choose a chair. I chose Warrior’s lap instead. Third, I would not display some form of PDA in front of family and most notably not my mom. Here’s the thing with this though. Mom said nothing about it, nothing. The Mom I know would’ve DEFINITELY made some sort of comment about that for sure. Warrior made no mention either as our convos just discontinued despite my action.

Did you figure out how that one move I did influenced this dream not being shared all those years ago? I’m tagging in another partner here and its name is: COMFORT. I felt homey, safe, and relaxed while witnessing another side of my mom I see often in dreams that’s unlike her personality I know in my waking life. I think the idea of comfort I also had a challenging time with because of judgment from others about W and me but now~~~ Kathy doesn’t care. I had to reference 3rd person here as honestly, the naysayers can take a hike along with the trolls. Warrior had his blonde hair again and I was thinking it was during his big hiatus from WWF in late ‘92 to ‘96.

I don’t even remember talking wrestling at all but we may have. None of that mattered as I got the MAIN event messages so those other details are trivial at best. It was a great time as I felt so happy and content with yet another feeling I felt unable to depict. I believe the dream occurred early in 2020 as I had to check. It showed me like with many dreams how my mom is spiritually (whether one believes that or not) so with a pattern, I finally remembered as it helps in my everyday difficult times with her. Also, being with Warrior in our home might disturb some of you like I fabricated the dream but similar to many past post, that’s NOT what I do. If I did, no way would I bring together certain aspects like what I’m presented when I astral travel. So, if you are eye rolling, 🙄 or thinking I’m some kind of obsessive fan, you are entitled to your feelings. No more over explaining or defending my life to anyone any longer. It is what it is and all for a bigger reason even more than I realize. I didn’t quite know those answers back then but so grateful to now.

Well readers, I did it. I finally shared what alluded me all these years and you can take what you want from it all. I was still stuck on the “Mom approval” mentality when I didn’t need it. Also, it showed my assertiveness that doesn’t need to be feared. It was great to be part of that comfy, homey, feel good dream and I’m proud of it. Really I am. Not intimidated any longer. Thank you, Warrior always for giving me and gifting me with this journey I am forever on. I might be confused ( like the family party photo…?) but sooner or later, those pieces fit and I’m so so grateful. It’s who I truly am. No guilt over my life on earth here either. It’s totally separate and I had to work HARD on that for sure. Dream on warriors like I say. Here’s to 11-11 spiritually and to celebrate our Vets!

*** Until next time~~~ dreaming on..

~~~ Kathy ( I haven’t signed my name in a while…)

P.S. Working out later after writing this, I heard “ Hold the Dream” by Firehouse. That was one of W’s bands of choice back then just like Aerosmith. It was released in 1992, yep…. Kinda like the year I just referenced… Those lyrics fit:

“ Just do what feels right for you.” ☺️🎯💖

Celebrities are People Too! ❤️

Yes, “ celebrities are people too!” as that is a direct quote from ME. More on that soon…. So, I looked up once again and noticed how not ever in these almost 10 years had I used the word celebrity or even famous in a title, not once. Hard to believe but true. It’s mentioned in my book and of course gets shared in these writings, but not in a title. Another first on my end, how about that?

OK, so back to that quote above. Of course they are people too but not with us regular folk lifestyle. My most recent dream depicted this while I was coming to Warrior’s aid. To preface, I’ve been doing some painting in our new home with more to come. Just touchups inside but our dining room needed a new coat on the one wall. Living room is next. I’ve tried many times to match with their leftover paint in the basement but to no avail, 😑 UGH! Looks like more paint is in order as the spot bugged me big time. So, just keep this in mind as I share the latest dream. I have to say though, I had not seen anything on TV or around that pertained to another celebrity in this dream. Nope, not at all and no prior “likability” factor in that way for this actor either.

Here it is…. In the dream I was married to the actor~~~ Owen Wilson with two kids! WHAT? Where did THAT come from? Sure, I love a lot of his movies, especially “ Wedding Crashers” but come on! No idea on this but that’s what I saw. Anyways, Warrior has come to live with us for a bit. No idea on that either as to the why? Was he a friend who became down on his luck after wrestling? It’s not like he was an exchange student through school or anything, ha! His look, though? That pic below, EXACTLY. So glad I found it again on media. The photo was taken before he got his arm tattoo that someone (as I still don’t know who…) took a pic of him in the chair. It has circulated for ages but I had to find it to use today.

My “husband,” ya know~~~ Owen Wilson seemed a little jealous with Warrior there, as I’m sure he connected to me somehow. I told him it’s all good, only a few days, no one will know, etc. The kids were young and loved having him around, but their “ Dad” was simply trying his best. Warrior was outside in our front yard working on a project. He looked like that pic, I’m telling ya readers. I think Owen was probably like Steve Carell’s character in “ Date Night” when he constantly says to Mark Wahlberg’s character: “ For the love of God, put on a shirt!” Do you know that movie? Oh, that could’ve been a great title today too! I disagree though… 🤭😂 What project was he doing you could be wondering? He was painting. Remember, he was an artist. This wasn’t quite the “masterpieces” you may know of him creating. What I saw was a wooden chair. Maybe it was some piece of furniture of his, no clue. I was chatting with him outside (no worries Owen…) but then we were discovered by photographers or the media of some kind. Warrior had been out of wrestling but there they were~~~ like paparazzi in my bushes just waiting to snap his photo.

He seemed to ignore them all or simply wave. I asked how he did that but he merely said he was used to it and being out of the business meant they had no real story to tell if he didn’t give one. He just kept painting as we talked. Didn’t know where Owen and the kids were but after a bit, I couldn’t take those cameras any longer. It was an invasion of Warrior’s privacy, and not to mention a home with a family. We never answered any of their questions about who I was, why he was there, or anything. I went over to our garden hose and sprayed them all soaking wet! Yep, I did! Warrior laughed, which was great and most fans know his laugh. 🤣 I said to them the title of today’s post and meant it along with another “speech” I prepared in my head! Here he was away from fame, just hanging out with a friend, painting a chair, 🪑 and not bothering anyone (unless Owen maybe…) The cameras left but who knows what “story” they reported back. We didn’t care. Warrior thanked me, although saying it wasn’t necessary. To me, it was and funny too!

The dream pretty much ended, but I know this message loud and clear~~~ except for Owen Wilson. 🤔😜 I can’t literally soak any naysayers but I will in my own way. At least I got to see Warrior doing something he loved~~~ painting. Yes, he did mostly people but I’ll take a chair. His days of getting hit with one were over, ha! *** Back to painting my house a moment. We finally did get some paint swatches to try our darndest to match. My husband’s shades were very different than mine but get this funny visual. I look at the last one he picked and there are 7 colors. Number 6 on the list is a chocolate brown called “ warrior.” Well, it won’t be that one but I of course had a little chuckle on the way home from the store. Number 6, figures right? One I did pick was called “ Notorious.” That’s a little extreme describing Warrior to me but many others might think so… 🫤 Perhaps all my painting projects caught up to me and then manifested in the dream with Warrior? It’s highly likely. I’m so glad I got the opportunity to send those photographers away all wet! Warrior sprayed some summer camp kids in a dream I had years ago, anyone remember that one? Guess it was my turn with spraying adults this time! 👏🏻

So yes, readers~~~ celebrities are people too, despite their lifestyles and choices. It’s so easy to get caught up in adulation but I’ve learned so much about this over all these decades of when I first started following anyone of fame. We can love who they are but then have to give respect for their own space as it’s a challenge for so many. You can be a fan but think of the situation in reverse. You’d want your private time too, but still want to be in the spotlight in someway, hopefully making a difference. We all do whether or not our picture is taken. Honestly, we as “fans” don’t need everything the celebs do on display, do we? For some, they might but I certainly don’t. Look, read, or listen to a little but then move on for a bit. You all might think I’m the opposite but I assure you, that is false. I honor Warrior always and then move forward with whatever else comes along that day. Thank you for being my “fans” and I promise, no one will get sprayed! Oh, I’ll let you know how the painting goes too…

P.S. So~~~ just when I thought I’d heard all the “ Firehouse” songs on my playlist, a new one came along recently. TOTALLY from Warrior, I just knew it. The title, lyrics, said it all. My, my, my… Wonder if I’ll hear it again? WOW… 😮 I made a joke with him saying that song goes both ways…. ‘😉 Nuff said on that!!!!

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… ❤️

Firehouse Subs, Songs, and Warrior!

I really wanted a photo of the sub shop but didn’t want to drive by as a stalker so this menu will have to do. 🌯😳 What a funny few days this turned out to be so I hope you do some laughing like I did! 🤣 My husband and I ate dinner a few weeks ago at Firehouse Subs and they are always so yummy. Music is playing outside (so cool!!) and the song was: “Heaven is a Place on Earth” by Belinda Carlisle. I love that song especially the lyric about not being afraid anymore…. perfect. Also, have you seen the Progressive commercial with Jamie and his “singing angels” singing this song? It makes me laugh every time as I sing along…

The music inside was totally today’s hits or songs my 12 year old daughter loves but sometimes I know too. Several of them were played in a row and then I hear (OMG moment) “The Warrior” by Scandal. I almost choked on my Diet Coke while remaining calm. 😉😜 I still was thinking of an elusive Emmy Award that my feelings have earned! What a rarity to hear that song. Then, it hit me differently… First, that song always made me cry but now I laugh and second, it really sunk in as to where we were– Firehouse Subs.

I totally remember finding some old YouTube videos of Warrior’s from 1995. (think red tank top and gym for anyone searching)– which I was NOT! I believe one of the songs in the background was a Firehouse song based on some comments I read. The guy who filmed Warrior actually mentioned how Warrior loved the song “Love of a Lifetime” by Firehouse.

He also said that Warrior wore it out on a cassette tape he always listened to. I couldn’t believe what I was reading! Believe it or not, I loved that song too and taped it on one of my blank tapes! Yes, that’s what us girls did back then and yes, I did also tape “The Warrior.” I also had a personal connection with the Firehouse song which made me remember and was overwhelmed again. Hopefully, he thought of Dana with that song since it’s such a great one. I did leave a comment on that YouTube page too!

The interesting thing is that when I went to look back on that video and find those comments for this blog (just to make sure)– I couldn’t find them. Maybe they were deleted but I know what I read. Very bizarre how they disappeared but great knowing that about Warrior and the song.

The last song reference was “Missing” by Everything but the Girl. Guess what? I taped that one too and was just stunned to hear it as well at Firehouse Subs. Some of the lyrics fit with Warrior back then and now– no judging me-hehe! I can’t even remember the last time I heard that song at all so between “Missing” and “The Warrior,” they didn’t seem to fit with the regular music the shop was playing. This DOES get more interesting……

While at the hair salon the next day ( the place to be lately!) I was sitting in the chair with my hair filled foil highlights. Not many people there that day and my stylist left me for about 20 minutes to let the color sink in. I was just casually reading a magazine and the speaker plays “Missing.” Are you kidding me? To hear a song TWICE within 24 hours and not even one I hear often is cosmic! Could Warrior have been helping out a little here with his energy? I’ve been known to get so many funny things as most of you are aware.

It’s highly possible and I do have a “vibe” with music. There is constant inspiration for new blogs so who knows? I always believe and even if he wasn’t orchestrating in some way, I do laugh and talk it thru every single time. I never know if he’s around for those types of moments, watching, or listening. Some times–yes, for sure! I do check in and share my stories while picturing him laughing so hard! My goosebumps are a sure sign but they’re not always present.

That’s my story for now so I hope you are laughing and possibly believing. The Universe does play little tricks and coincidences are not what they seem. We do need humor and whether you get this whole “spirit vibe” or not, be amused with whatever life throws your way. Put aside the serious for a bit and have some fun. I needed those jokes as my “business” side with the book became overwhelming last week. You can find all my music references in my book : Spirit and Belief. Until next time, try Firehouse Subs if you have those shops. They play really COOL music…

P.S. Maybe I’ll hear “Missing” again as a 3 count but I did get 3 songs connected to me!

P.P.S. I found my tapes! “Love of a Lifetime” is separate but “The Warrior” and “Missing” are on the same one! ( yes, it was planned…)

One more-/ GET THIS–/ I heard “Love of a Lifetime” ALSO twice within 2 days on Pandora, that never happens. The second time was on my birthday… 💖🍷🙏🏻💪🏻