Tag: Spirit and Belief

Warrior Writing Tags

We have made it to the end of July readers. My, this summer is going fast but here we have had MUCH going on in lots of ways and hopefully soon, things will finally settle down some. Are you feeling the season slipping away with busyness or is that just the norm for you? I’m not sure about all but I need a break and I know it’s coming. I also know wrestlers don’t get much breaks but that’s not my career of course. You will see that pic of UW below when he was IC champ although a different pose than I’ve previously used. There he is to end the month… 💛🖤🤍

Lately, I decided to look at my site in another way as it was something being on my mind a while. At the end, you might notice tags if you are familiar. I’m sure we all know those hashtags so I use some that are common but then others of my choosing. OK, those might not be searchable but that’s fine. Over these almost 10 years, let’s just say there are and were plenty. I then thought if I truly wanted to do this since it might be time consuming. 😳 You know me, though~~~ I’ll do it despite the time constraints. I wanted so many deleted but by using the app, some areas are restricted. Shoot on that since I rarely use the laptop much less a PC desktop anymore. I tried and tried, but to no avail on my own. I asked WordPress for help, but as usual~~~ it’s beyond my comprehension since I’m not always computer literate. Also, I googled the exact same thing so really WordPress? How are you helpful to me then? 🤦🏻‍♀️

You all experienced are probably laughing at me but don’t worry, it gets better at this point. I was determined and kept going but then decided to tag in (pun intended!) a new partner. How about I actually~~~ for the first time in ages~~~ enter my website into the browser on the PC and approach this task from another angle? Once there, I could enter my username and password to then proceed with how to delete those mostly unused tags of years prior. Remember when I referenced AI a few weeks back regarding photos and images? It’s everywhere I know, but I’m not that girl who looks myself up very often. I did Google in the beginning just to see what would pop up and how. It showed this site, (of course) my other website named after the book “ Spirit and Belief” which no longer exists, and all the posts. To clarify~~~ the old website is off-line, not the book. 📗 It also showed my YouTube channel where I did post many videos about Warrior in the past but not so much anymore. It was cool seeing all that but unlike other published authors with many books out there, it’s a rarity for me. Now is that day once again, years later.

Back then, there was no AI so this was new to see and read. How do you like that? My work is there with some interesting comments I will share. No, I don’t expect you all to look me up on my site so I will list a few. I may have written about searching my name personally as there are several “Kathy Pickett’s,” but this time it was my writing instead.

Without more of a delay in this match, I will summarize some tidbits of how AI categorized my writings: “ personal blog created by an intuitive author exploring her psychic gifts and spiritual connection with WWE legend the Ultimate Warrior.” It goes on to say my book is a : “ companion space to her published book ‘Spirit and Belief,’ and featuring weekly musings, spiritual insights, and wrestling memories.” One more note to add as the blog covers, (according to AI), Ultimate Warrior, ( duh!) spirituality, energy work, personal vistas, etc… What are personal vistas? Well that gets “roped” into pop culture as this was written also. It can explore how one views life, goals, and experiences. My goodness~~~I couldn’t have said it better myself. Wow, thanks AI as I underestimated that one. Here are a few of my favorite lines. I’ll start with the word legend because~~~ um~~~ yes readers he was and his. My next fave is the term “weekly musings” is that kind of made me laugh. The last one to make it a 3 count is the term “personal vistas”, which I thought seemed a creative choice of phrases. I never would’ve thought all this to be true despite my initial reaction to AI. I know it’s not decidedly “real”, but I must say, pretty accurate with the work I have put out there.

I do know many of your readers do not have a blog, website, book, or even a podcast, but I do not look myself up in this way. Again~~~ it was the work and not my personal name. My name was never even listed at all! I do, however, check my daily stats through the app a few times a day. It’s always been cool to see numbers and countries. I have been so educated and informed with who reads what and possibly who returns week after week. No, I do not know people by name as they do update from time to time, but I am able to navigate it pretty well.

This post might sound like a brag fest, but I assure you newbies (who may not be aware…) it is not. My husband loves ChatGPT and I rarely use that as well. Sure, it’s super helpful and I know you all are getting on board but I just don’t like to rely on anything too much. Just like deleting those tags, I figured out myself after a long while similar when in October 2016, as I first started the process of writing. I did watch a video (with a PowerPoint no less), ugh… but turned instead to just reading and then copying down steps from a woman blogger who I mention in my book. Yes, I know I’m stubborn and seldom ask for help unless fully needed. I am that independent type who likes to be self-taught similar to someone else… a legend perhaps? 🤔

So, warriors~~~ you have my latest experience with those dated tags on this blog as I wrap up in July. I hope any of you fellow writers out there show me some understanding in spite of my tech challenges. I love to learn though and do. No boasting, just sharing as I like to do best. I’m not IC champ with these writings but I hope to be the winner in your match every week. See (at least in someway) you all in August! From: your weekly muser… 😂

P.S. A few tags I ALWAYS use and continue to do so. You can probably guess. A clue is the same top 2.. 

OMG Warriors! 💪🏻💙🧡

Yes, that’s the title today and you all will know why as a couple new firsts yet again I was not even aware of. All this time. All this time, I cannot believe it after these almost 10 years have gone by. Am I killing you with the suspense? OK, here they both are. We’ll start with OMG. Many faithful readers have known that expression widely used on these writings quite often, mostly way back but sometimes it makes rare appearances. It fit perfectly for this match today and when continuing reading~~~ you’ll get it. I would use it when explaining a funny Warrior moment I encountered or even a spiritual connection brought my way. It FINALLY gets to be part of the title as I barely had to think on this one. More on that in a moment.

The second one is that pic ⬇️ below. You will see an Ultimate Warrior blue shirt that became very popular 10 years ago after a LOOONG hiatus. Any guesses as to why? I can cue the “Jeopardy” theme, but I’ll wait a sec here. Well, I can’t read minds across these words so I will share as I do. LeBron James wore that * EXACT* shirt when the Cleveland Cavaliers won their 1st NBA title 10 years ago now against those Golden State Warriors. Yes, this has been mentioned multiple times and is in my book “ Spirit and Belief”, but I have a new reason today. I had only ever used HIM wearing that shirt as my cover photo for these writings the first few years or so. I had switched to my book which was the most obvious choice overtime! Never had I used a pic of the shirt by itself, but HAD to this week.

That shirt sold a bunch because many wondered who that guy was! LeBron was a huge wrestling fan as a kid and UW became a favorite. He “claimed” it was his last shirt he packed, but tee- hee~ 🤭 I got the reference. Was it a dig at the other team they beat? Who truly knows but Kathy cheered loudly during that parade that’s for sure, for multiple reasons! Let’s move on as to the REAL reason I chose that shirt finally for this week’s photo.

First off, I have to back up a bit to last July 4th. Does anyone remember me mentioning how I saw a guy wearing a UW shirt when my husband and I went to see fireworks? His shirt was a flag with UW’s logo and I just couldn’t believe it! I knew it was a UW reference and how patriotic seeing it on that day as would love it. 🇺🇸Well, this year on another July 4th, I saw another guy with another UW shirt. Yes, readers you got it~~~ ding, ding, ding 🛎️ if you put it all together. He was wearing that blue one below which I have not seen in years! The last time was probably during my son’s senior band night in high school~~~ which became purely ultimate to me then. 🥹Getting back to the big 250th b-day as I was outside putting some flag decor in our front yard. I do know a few neighbors but haven’t met others yet. This guy was mowing his front lawn so I could totally see when that lawnmower made its turn. OK, I’m actually not 100% sure without truly staring but let’s just say 99.9%. He didn’t notice my reaction (thankfully!) but I was in disbelief. Good disbelief that is. 😳

I was done decorating but had to still look busy, right? I decided to sit in a chair near our front porch area~~~ ya know just to relax after that hard work, ha ha! He doesn’t need a stalker for a new neighbor! 2 July 4ths in a row warriors, 2.. What are the odds? No coincidences, remember? I still wanted to run over and say something. I will one of these days as maybe he’ll wear the shirt again? Even if he doesn’t, next time he’s out I will have to walk on over (not run!) excitement subdued just a bit and introduce myself. I would love to hear his story and maybe he even knows the LeBron frenzy! 🥰We can bond over WWF. I’m sure it will be a great Convo but not sure if I feel comfortable just knocking on his door. Maybe I’ll get more warrior strength. I mean, he has to mow the lawn again soon, true?

So, those are the two OMG stories that I wanted to share today as they both made me laugh see. I still have OMG stuff and I never know when something will run to the ring. I never bought that shirt either but my goodness, it was great to see again, I haven’t seen a woman wearing it as perhaps it seems more for guys. Thanks LeBron for bringing it back to the front row as I know Warrior himself would love that too. Like I’ve said~~~ love the man with the name but not the team my Cavs beat for that title.

To end today, I will give a little sneak peek into my episode of the “ LeJeNdary Figures” podcast hosted by Babyface Brian of the 80s wrestling one we both belong to. I had such a great time and he called me the “Ultimate Author, Blogger, and Podcaster.” I’m honored to have those titles as part of my name. It is episode 180. I rated 10 figures from 1986, but he wants to have me back and do some UW ones. Anything from 1.0 to 5.0. I can be unbiased… He goes in order of how LJN’s are released so it’s a waiting game. I also had to give a top 10 list of wrestlers I enjoyed so listeners can get to know me. You might be surprised by a few but he (of course!) and others know my number ONE. I shared my beginnings in watching the “Golden Era” of WWF, my book and blog info, and the new “ Ultimate Truth” podcast naturally. I couldn’t leave without being the only GIRL on the show as well!

I so hope you fans can give it a listen and the fun part is always at the end. He asked what favorite music or band you like. It can be a singer, group of yesteryear, or even today and “Andre” does karaoke! Brian does a great Andre the Giant impersonation and sings very well. The song pic is always a surprise! He complimented me (after we had a few technical issues) but I hope the guys from the podcast enjoy it too. More OMG times so guess I did have a three 3️⃣ count after all!

I wish you readers your OMG moments you can connect to life experiences as we all have them. The best are unplanned as they make us laugh the most. At least they do for me. If anyone has that blue retro UW shirt, let me know! Maybe you even mow your lawn while wearing it. I promise I won’t stalk you… 🤣

*** Here are 2 links where you can listen to the podcast if interested:

http://open.spotify.com/episode/o1wumbAk16n7px3naUoGUr

http://podcasts.apple.com/US/podcast/lejendary-wrestling-figures/id1693424260

*** If these links are not accessible on here, just head on over to where you get your Podcasts. The two I’ve included are Spotify and Apple. Search up “ LeJeNdary Wrestling Figures” with Babyface Brian, episode 180 and me!!!

A Personal Touch 💪🏻❤️

Hi there, readers and warriors! I hope all of you are doing well wherever you are today and enjoying this season in July as the year moves forward. You will notice that pic of Dingo Warrior below and yes, I do realize it is AI. I actually am not 💯% certain but like I’ve said before, it doctors faces which I don’t particularly enjoy. This pic of DW though isn’t bad so I decided using it today. I did some checking (once more) and realized I had not used a Dingo pic since last year! It was my final post of 2025 so guess he makes another appearance months later! We’ll see what other photos come my way as this month progresses…

So, I will update as I do on here and this time it concerns the lunch date with my hairdresser. We DID discuss the possibility of me being a “ghost writer” on her life story. We both looked up info and payment, which is what I would deserve on a project of this size. I found out SO much more about her life and it’s definitely book worthy for sure. I might just be a consultant with her, but she is interested in getting my professional opinion on writing, formatting, and editing. I’m excited as this moves along but still honored she considers me important enough to work on her memoir alongside many personal memories. The other reason I bring this topic to our arena today is another comment which touched me. I had sent her my latest episode of “ The Ultimate Truth” podcast debating Warrior vs. Sting/ and WWF vs WCW.

She was so funny with what she said. 😂 Even though she has no idea about wrestling, who the guys were, or anything similar, she still watched to see ME because I’m her friend. I appreciate it because totally do I understand how challenging it is watching or even listening to something you might not be familiar with. That’s another reason why our episodes are short and to the point because many may lose interest as that is society today. I received several compliments from her saying how it’s such a great fit for me and I seem so comfortable in that role. Her words expressed my natural ability and easy-going way with speaking. 🥹There are times when I’m so nervous yet still super excited all at once. She assured me that is not obvious and shared how it’s such a passion she could totally perceive. I really appreciated that from her. Again, I know we have gotten close, but I do know she’d be honest. From someone who isn’t into wrestling at all, she gave up some time to listen and watch, so I am grateful. I’m sure episodes will be released soon as a few more have been taped. Thank you to ALL fans who not only watch or listen but also leave comments, follow, share, like, or even hype the videos. I hope you keep watching the channel at “ The Masters of Wrestling/ Ultimate Truth” Podcast. She also bought my book 📗 so I can’t wait to hear her views on * MY* stories!

So readers, what do you leave a personal touch upon? If anyone ever wants to share their stories with me, you are welcome to contact through this site as I enjoy your thoughts on these writings. Also, especially if wanting to discuss Ultimate Warrior moments or memories as I treasure those. Inspirational ones that is and not trolling as those are not and will not be accepted. Just about every email I get with a personal message~~~ I have kept. Yes, I have. I print them out and save in my box of journals. No, they are not frequent but anyone who takes time out of their busy schedule to send me a note, is purely ultimate to me. I would not be able to keep up with the sheer volume of responses Warrior himself got over the years or at least without help but little ‘ol me can do just fine. I do respond to most as well. One of the few I never answered was a guy who simply just stated: “ Hi WWE.” No, not worth me clarifying that!

I try my best always bringing you my personal touch here every week and sometimes like now, I have downtime. That’s OK for things to slow down some as we need those breaks from BIG news happening whether it’s in the world of WWE (ha!) or even Warrior’s World. My brother doesn’t contact me much anymore about wrestling so basically, unless the 80s guys post the latest~~~ I am out of the squared circle on all that. Honestly, it suits me because other “stuff” is more important. At least in my life, you can feel different. If you are a wrestling fan and want all the gossip, guess you’ll have to go somewhere else to get the latest. My bro and I aren’t that personal anymore as some energy changes overtime but it’s all good. If he wants to share, he will so I don’t push.

I always hope you all put a personal touch or give it your best in everything you do. I love sharing stories when I have them and that’s my favorite aspect of these writings. Oh, I have had a few short and silly dreams concerning Warrior lately but nothing too personal. I could see myself watching a small TV and UW giving promos. They’re all mixed up and I saw “Queen Sherri” in one too. I sure hope it wasn’t a certain interview I am thinking of January 1991! 😳I couldn’t tell but I’m referencing UW’s answer to her which was: “ NOOOOO!” You all fans can probably guess that one. For some reason, I didn’t want anyone to see me watching which is still typical as I guess as it never truly leaves me in a way. My TV was kind of hidden from others around but nobody noticed at all. It was really happening so fast, I couldn’t totally tell what was going on. Well, at least he was there in some form, reminding me of that great Golden Era of the WWF I loved so much! I will always win that match… 🥰

OK readers, that slams everything I had this week as I give it my personal touch like only I can, ha ha ha. Who knows when another HUGE story will come along but I hope you got tagged into this one, even if just for a little while. It is the ultimate challenge giving things our personal best but unless we do some, no one will even remember us or care. Warrior gave A LOT of himself but then didn’t as well on another level. It’s that Warrior neutrality he had which contributed to his mystique and a big reason why true fans loved it so much. Until next time, be personal when you need but still hold back some too. And, if you’d like to connect~~~ just remember, I am not WWE! I thank you all for being your personal selves with me always.

P.S. The “ LeJeNdary Figures” podcast I recorded with Babyface Brian will be posted here soon! I am excited to share it with you all!! 😊👍🤞🏻

The BIG 3-0! 💪🏻🤼💙💙

Hello fellow warriors! We are mid month in March already, it is “running” fast, isn’t it? You will notice that iconic pic of Ultimate Warrior slamming a young Hunter Hearst Helmsley in their quick WrestleMania XII match. I know I’m going out of order here but even though XII came after VII, this one is not of a high magnitude if you will. All of UW’s WM’s will be officially in their 30s on the 24th, which is the big 3-0 of WrestleMania XII. They range from 38 to 30, all 6 UW was part of. You can look up those dates on your own as I will not list them this year. So, 1996 was 30 years ago and maybe some readers are turning that age this year! I assume most are quite older but guess I have no idea. You youngsters would not even have remembered Ultimate Warrior but I’m sure you are familiar with him now. Next week brings another WM milestone most fans will know. I’m always grateful to Triple H for working so hard along with Steve Wilton to get Ultimate Warrior into the WWE Hall of Fame. They both stayed true to their words despite a difficult past of Warrior in the company.

Speaking of truth, I will link episode 2 of the “ Ultimate Truth” podcast at the end of this post today. It was mostly about my teen story of following wrestling, Warrior’s character with his impact, and the challenges I faced being a girl fan. I hope you all enjoy as I speak my truth while sharing experiences possibly some of you readers can relate to.

As always, I thank those that truly are interested to hear all the guests with their own stories on how Warrior impacted them. I will share another comment from a friend of mine. He personally left me a message but then posted on the video itself. I realize these people are in my life and not strangers but they are free to share how they see fit while being aware of my journey. This friend also bought my book “ Spirit and Belief” 📗 a few years ago and he is an author himself so knows a thing or two about writing. He owns a sports company local to my area as they are gaining national attention as well. Here’s what he had to say:

“ I really enjoyed it and felt it was fair and accurate. The Warrior is multi-leveled with a heavy magnitude… When you talk, you sound like an expert and not a gushing fan. You speak slowly and clearly. Very important… I’m enjoying this immensely. This host is incredibly spot on. That was great… Kathy is genuine and a great addition… I truly enjoy her…”

Oh my goodness, I did expect all of that but how overwhelming to me reading it. I just asked his opinion but it brought me to tears, it really did. 🥹 He did say other words but I will leave it at those. Yes, he is another who can be biased * BUT* made some great points as well about Warrior and even the host so NO~~~ not all about me. I gotta say though~~~ I was a little nervous on the show but knowing I came across clearly to him is a huge compliment. Guess I am an “expert” in some ways. 😉

I’m so looking forward to speaking and interacting with the others soon in the future. Gee, back in 1996 I was 24 (later in the year) and had bought Warrior’s 1st comic book. That was when I first discovered “ Destrucity”which is also turning 30~~~ at least to me when I wrote it down and hung it on my wall. How about that? Another time in Warrior’s life becoming the big 3-0 which ironically was also the last WrestleMania he was present for, albeit 18 years later. 1996 was the last time he was on the WWE roster before parting ways for good~~~ or so he thought. Then, he became part of the 2014 HOF roster of a different kind.

I wasn’t even following the Ultimate Warrior’s career any longer in 1996 because like I’ve shared, we didn’t have cable and by then I probably had no idea he returned anyway. My only wrestling connection would’ve been my brother and he was moving ahead in his personal life. He might’ve still followed WWE, but I wasn’t so didn’t think to ever ask about it much. That year was quite a big one for me and my siblings… Earlier in the year at my first preschool job, we combined with another school. I ended there in May after spending 6 years and returning to the building where I began. My number six once again. That story was my full circle told already although not comparable entirely to Warrior’s 18 years of his circle. That fall, I started a second preschool position, then my brother married his first wife, my younger sister also got married, and my youngest sister began high school. My one sis and her hubby will also celebrate their big 3-0 anniversary this year so yet another with that number.

Whew, that was a lot of info I know. Lots happening that year of 1996, 30 years ago. What was your life like then as I bet you can remember some details?! I will be watching all these WM’s of UW’s I own, including his HOF speech when I can as they all near. It’s always such a busy time as I’m filled with so many mixed emotions. Very grateful to have this media to watch him perform as only he could. I take it all in and reflect on each one differently. We have so many ways now to keep his memory and legacy alive~~~ even that squash match of WM XII. Now, I have my own podcast moments to save and make part of my Warrior collection. You will have your favorites too in your collection.

So, here’s to the big 3-O of WM XII in 1996. Would any of you have guessed Triple H became Vince’s son-in-law and now is in charge of creative at WWE? A LOT can happen in 30 years whether you were a fan or still are. Warrior’s or WWE, I remember it all…

P.S. Here’s the link to episode 2 of the “ Ultimate Truth” podcast all about my teen story and how the character impacted me…

https://youtu.be/9zdBkgtFseA?si=OqCWXOv6Rs2Yfl

*** Once again, if this link is not active on here, head on over to the “ Ultimate Truth” podcast under “ The Masters of Wrestling” hosted by The Master Emir…

Indiana for the WIN!🏈❤️🤍

That title is encompassing many things today as I close out January but first, I’ll share some info of last week. Below you will find that happy photo of Warrior taken from an interview ( on TV probably?) back in 1998. He was in the WCW then and the interviewer asked a question about his face paint. He made a joke which I loved! You can find that clip along with many others on the WWE vault YouTube channel. The video is called: “ Amazing Ultimate Warrior footage found in the WWE vault.” That’s a mouthful to say… It was released in December and is 27:08 in length. I mentioned it already but there you have the specifics today. Some footage I had seen prior but much was new. Head on over and check it out if feeling inspired!

Now, let’s get into Indiana and the WIN! I did use the word Indy several years back pertaining to that certain race in Indianapolis every year, but never Warrior’s state fully. It is also his oldest daughter‘s name and he did attend Indiana State for one year so was a Hoosier! That football team recently won the National College Championship game against Miami and had an undefeated season. No, I did not just want them to win because of Warrior (readers know me better) but also because it was the * FIRST* time in school history that the Hoosiers won a championship. I’m always for teams that never or rarely win. Can you tell how that is also an Ohio reference?

Here’s some fun and interesting connectors with me and that historic win. The team resides in Bloomington where my book publishing company is located. It is about 1.5 hours from Crawfordsville where Warrior grew up. Yep, had to look that up again as I did years ago but still super cool to know. The Hoosiers one by 6️⃣ which as many know is one of my “special” numbers that follow me around so welcome back old friend… 🥰 Another cute reference is this: My daughter loves the band ABBA as yes she is into “older” music even though she’s almost 20. I can’t remember if she was playing a certain song lately in the house but I do remember it playing while riding with her in the car. It was “ Fernando” , which is the name of Indy’s quarterback who ironically is from Miami! Soooo, a few days before this big game, I woke up with a song in my head. I bet you can guess which one! Yes, readers it was “ Fernando.” Not sure if it was my girl’s activities or maybe a premonition of sorts. I do get those ya know so I can’t be totally sure but do I wonder? You bet I do! Ah, I love it. 🎤

I wanted to look up the meaning behind a Hoosier actually. What prompted this was a similarity with my son’s college of Akron here in Ohio. They are The ZIPS, which also confuses some. They do have a mascot~ Zippy the 🦘 kangaroo, but many aren’t sure of what a ZIP is? It was shortened from Zippers long ago as part of a contest the school head back in the 1920s. It is talked about often because most schools have animal names or something similar but not Ohio and Indy being one state away. That state proximity is part of a chapter in my book as it fits here so I had to plug it! You can find “ Spirit and Belief” 📗 on Amazon and other book outlets.

Back to the Hoosiers, there are MANY stories that pertain to how the name originated but it did tie in with woodsman who had grit and resilience. Warrior epitomized those words fully I believe as many in that area were either farmers or worked in factories. That I knew. The story surrounding the Hoosier origin are in great detail and since not just one could be adapted with the state~~~ towns people kept ones they liked. You can look them up as I did not know but it made me think of our ZIPS with another compelling background.

Our two states have much in common but never have any of the sports teams in Ohio finished with zero losses in a season so they beat us on that. These nailbiter games are exciting but I did leave the room for a bit. I rarely watch the college bowl games but this year, I did. My family of course doesn’t know the Warrior connection to Indiana~~~ but it doesn’t matter. They know my other reasons though, as to why I root for some teams over others~~~ including the pros. None of the pro football teams won that weekend who I wanted so I just had to have the college team win, right? They did just that even though it could’ve gone either way.

I do hope Warrior in his “ Terrain of Testament” witnessed or was made aware in some form of his Hoosier’s big win as I bet he’d be super excited to know. I can share that enthusiasm with him definitely. 😉 If any of your readers watched, I can only imagine your emotions too even if you were a fan of Miami. It’s always super tough to lose in front of your home field, but it happens. The state of Indiana DESERVED that win as Miami has several. I can’t help but be biased. Remember my post on the Ohio State buckeyes winning last year and the signs I received then? This time wasn’t the same but signs nonetheless.

Who could’ve guessed I would write an entire post on a college football game, but I did. Originally, I said no that would be too much but it just transpired so I hope you enjoyed it. Next week is February already with a big anniversary of sorts coming up for my husband and I. You’ll have to stay tuned on that. I wish you all a beautiful day wherever reading and check out the WWE YouTube vault for Warrior’s full interviews. Oh, I guess the Super Bowl is next. Well, I probably won’t care too much but will have to check on team stats to see who I will pick as it gets closer. Way to go Hoosiers, you earned that trophy! 🏆 And, the Royal Rumble is this weekend, but we were all about football today.

P.S. Research some meaning behind your town’s name or history. You just might learn something new. I know I do and have.

P.P.S. Indiana for the WIN brought Mr. James Hellwig 💙so without him, us fans would not do what we do… 

Class is in Session 📝📚

I know kiddos have gone back to classes in school but it kinda does get “roped” in today. There’s a couple of topics being brought to you readers this week as I always thank you for being part of these writings. First off, yesterday marked 1️⃣2️⃣ years since it was announced that the Ultimate Warrior would be the first inductee into the 2014 WWE HOF class. Yes, I will always remember as a mention on here. Warrior was definitely “schooled” with being back into the WWE after an 18 year absence but he also self taught himself much through the years. That photo below shows him after his ultimate win at WMVI since no man was ever allowed to hold both titles simultaneously. Another moment to celebrate as he graduated by besting Hulk almost 36 years ago.

Let’s stay with Warrior and the subject of school just a minute here. A few weeks ago, I had another dream as they are not as frequent anymore. In this dream, Warrior was teaching a class all about his disciplines, beliefs, and how he looked at life. If any remember~~~ I had a similar one years back with Dana carrying on his legacy as well. Warrior looked like he did during the HOF weekend of being inducted into another class of sorts. I attended his class in the dream (of course!) and was so thrilled seeing him in his element with speaking to the students. Many seemed way younger than me but it didn’t matter. In some dreams, I am able to pose with him for a photo, get his autograph, or even engage in a hug but guess that didn’t happen this time around. 🤷🏻‍♀️

The classroom seemed to fill up as I took notes feverishly while trying to keep up with his ways. I was so excited to be there while anticipating the next class. Wait a sec here.. *** I had to PAUSE as I noticed my right ear ringing. 💙Thank you Warrior as I share this dream… *** The following session was upon me but when entering, I noticed another instructor at the head of the class. I asked her why Warrior was not here and she replied that he decided to not teach anymore. WHAT??? I was crushed as she offered no other explanation. Some people were snickering but I wasn’t sure if that was directed at me or otherwise. How would this woman continue HIS messages and did she know him? I never knew any of that but then all got set to head outside for something and I recall climbing downstairs. Still feeling bummed, I then remembered I had his email address! That was a way to contact Warrior and find out more info. The dream seemed to end there with me thinking of how to email him while going outdoors with that younger group of kids who *DID* make a few age comments towards me. I didn’t care as I could contact Warrior later. No clue on if I continued in that class, but my guess is NO…

I obviously can’t email him now, but I have other ways of connecting with him. It was great just to see him in that format~~~ although briefly as I treasure them all. 😌

Another project or concept ended by Warrior was his relationship with Andrew William Wright who profiled him for a bit in 2004 to 2005. Recently, I received an email from a guy who wanted access to any of those old videos which I did save but then Andrew must’ve taken them down. I loved this one of Warrior just speaking in the hotel room as he mentioned music which connected for me. I did email the guy back and as always I thank anyone for checking out my blog or asking questions that I try to answer. That class ended too but another mystery as to the WHY~~~ however Warrior always had his reasons…

This last class mentioned if you will is yet * ANOTHER* person still thinking I am Warrior’s wife although in his email he never alluded to her name of Dana. It was just repeated as “ honoring your husband.” His name however, is Dino Ruggiero who is the owner of The Official Wrestling Museum so feel free to check them out with the website of the same name. I’ll link it again at the end. There’s LOTS of legit content on there as I am not “roped” in on many wrestling related sites and or events. Dino was asking ME ( as he thought I was Warrior’s wife) if W could be inducted with this year’s new class of their Hall of Fame. What a great honor as many many legends have also been recipients. He sends the certification, you or the person accepting on your behalf poses for a photo with the paper, and they post on their site. He was very nice about explaining, as I *WAITED* to tell him who I truly was. I would LOVE to do this on behalf of getting the Ultimate Warrior into their HOF but I am unfortunately not qualified with “their” criteria. I wished him luck as he did say he tried responding to a few Instagram photos, so Dana must’ve seen his notes, right? 😬

Hopefully, in the near future she will know this is a real place and many of Warrior’s former colleagues are in as well. I should keep in touch to see if she does post a photo. Again though, *MY* name is listed right at the top of every blog post as the author of the book “ Spirit and Belief” 📗 so perhaps people just bypass that info, I really don’t know. 🫤

Warriors, this has been quite the “schooling” lately as both my kids started back to college this week too. Get back to class so you also can learn all you can in whatever form that takes. Here’s the site of Dino’s for any wanting to find it.

http://www.theofficialwrestlingmuseum.com

~ Do your homework until class resumes next week!

P.S. One of the 80s wrestling podcast guys they call “ The Professor.” He always talks school with wrestling related topics and I will end with his statement of: “ class dismissed…”

Happy January Intentions… 👏🏻👍🤍

Here we are warriors in this new year of 2026 as I wish the happiest of days ahead to all of you. I hope you’re all well and getting back into regular routines once again! I missed writing and there’s so much to share today. Let’s begin with a * BIG* milestone of January for me. It has been 10 years now when my Warrior dreams all started back in 2016. They were very frequent and continued for a while. Those beginnings were told in my book 📗 but they originated on here. Come October, these writings will also mark that double digit as I am so excited yet humbled always… 🥹 Remember last year when I changed that word of resolutions to goals? Well, this year is more about intentions as that word fits without tons of pressure.

We always need to do things with right minded or good intentions, correct? I sure hope you do as Warrior did too. The end result might not be exactly the ultimate win but at least we start off trying our best. FINALLY, I will say this though. I still receive multiple emails and or phone calls from book marketers but one guy actually acknowledged Warrior by name! That has never happened before. Everyone begins with those good intentions but they still might receive that dreaded “ no thanks.” This guy probably not knew who Warrior was but at least gave his part in all this a mention. The other topics highlighted included dreams, meditation, intuition, other signs, and a celebrity connection. So, someone along the way DID read my book because of specifics listed. He said I was relatable with my humility and spirituality. I will always take those compliments. 🙏🏻

He had good intentions but not the end result which is OK because then we just go another route. We all do. Let this new year and month bring you choices with many options. I’ve only used a month name in two other posts so here’s my three count! I will mention the photo below as it was my intention to start brand new but this one is not. I did use that clip of “ The Brother Love Show” in the past but not a close-up so here it is today. Another close-up I noticed over the break was of UW at the ‘ 87 Slammy Awards as part of a song number. How had I not ever picked up on THIS but he is holding a sledgehammer! Who remembers my story on that? It was in my top posts of the year. I laughed 😂 so hard on that image while connecting it to my scenario with the casket of a few years after those Slammys. The sledgehammer returns just in a different way! 🤭

Back to intentions as boy, this is a goodie from Christmas time. We have these reindeer 🦌 lights I put on a small table and they play a few songs while lighting up. It’s super cute and I’ve had it a long time. It has a battery in it and you just press the button on or off. One night, my husband and I were watching a classic holiday cartoon that was always one of my favorites as my daughter had a friend over to make ornaments. The son was working so he was not a witness. While I’m singing along to those fun songs in the movie, all of a sudden~~~ the reindeer lights started playing! 😳

I yelled in the other room to my daughter as I thought for sure she reached out of the doorway and turned them on to be funny. I find out later she did not and would not have done that. I can’t assume anything and maybe the battery acted up, who knows? GET THIS though~~~ my husband actually said: “ could that have been spirits or something?” WHAT??? Here’s this guy again surprising me with a comment like that. Christmas is a magical time and electronics as loyal readers know are easy for spirits to manipulate. I wanted a good intention here so decided to meditate on this a little. Do I believe there was a malfunction with the lights? Nope. I DO have my way sometimes of getting information so you can believe what you wish on this. Let’s just say~~~ I always believe after of course connecting other dots or bouncing off all four corners of my squared circle. To think I almost gave them away… I never will now. They are put away to be used in our new home but I paused a little while packing them in the box. 📦

This last good intention concerns an episode of my guys over at “ 80’s wrestling the podcast.” They titled 12/ 18/25 as “ Merch Madness.” Check it out if you’re interested wherever you get your podcasts. I’m on around the 58 minute mark discussing my UW action figure story and cereal box images both told in my book “Spirit and Belief.” I was so grateful to share my humor with the guys and listeners as I received many compliments. They love me, ha ha! 🩷

I always have good intentions when I call in because my stories will never equate with theirs! The following week I called in as well right before Christmas but that was just a few trivia questions. Here’s the funny part. They were playing ads or TV commercials from the ol’ WWF years and you had to guess. I knew a couple but then I was last. They saved the final audio for me and the host SWEARS it was just in random order. Best for last of course! I knew from the beginning as it was one of the first pics I used last year to start 2025. Those “ Slim Jim” commercials where UW was the first spokesman before they switched to Randy Savage who became more iconic. I still see Randy’s image at gas stations or convenient stores with Slim Jim sometimes. Very glad I called in for that one! We’ll see what the guys pull out of the vault this year, which also marks a milestone. It will be 5️⃣ years almost that I’ve been listening to them. I hope they do a great anniversary show.

Well, warriors, I wish you always good intentions as you move through this year. Don’t “run” too much like UW or you might miss something! Next week brings more news so gear up and settle in on an arena of your choice. Happy 2026 readers!

~~~ Kathy

( yep, it’s me again!!!)

P.S. Don’t be “bored” as UW yells to those boys in the Slim Jim ads! 

The Ultimate Winding Road… 🌄⛰️🛣️

Hello my warriors! I’m coming to you all a day early today because of a few reasons. They both connect to this upcoming holiday here of Thanksgiving in the US. My “80’s wrestling the podcast” will be tomorrow instead of Thursday and that time is when I write. Sure, I can draft a piece and publish at a later date but honestly~~~ I would forget. I have never done that and really no true need. The other reason is some days my mornings are packed since walking the dog has to get done as well so shuffling this crazy tag team it is! It’s an ultimate winding road to end this month and then next week begins December. Wow… 😮 I do wish all my US readers a Happy Thanksgiving however you celebrate with loved ones. Some of you may have already started Christmas preparations but for me, that will be in a few more days. I have started some shopping though… 🛍️

Next up, the photo you see below. I know, I know, I know. I said how much I disliked AI images but that was referencing REAL doctored photos of UW or W by AI. The “cartoon” or artwork generated is OK and some are truly great. This one was posted by Warrior’s good friend Peter as were several others but I chose that creation. Rarely do I use art or even paintings by others but it’s time to get on that AI train I guess. Many are very close likenesses but real photos altered, I’m still not on board with. You can agree or not, totally up to you but always my opinion with MY writings. Another ultimate winding road of selecting photos every week. I tell ya warriors, I do much planning or research behind the scenes. Warrior always wanted to give credit to those so yes, I do the work too.

Here’s my 3️⃣ count today and was this another ultimate winding road for sure. I will say more like a winding path, but you get my point. I’ll explain. Recently, I received yet another email from a man (this time) who read my book “Spirit and Belief.” 📗 I want to believe he truly did. He also is a literary agent but at least was direct about it. I did respond as once again~~~ I’m not interested in re-branding my book or working with an agent. I have to share a few quotes and then other sentiments included in his email. I’ll start with this: “ … always inviting me to explore deeper corners of my own spirit.” Yes to this! He mentioned my “ reflections on faith and the unseen.” Another YES!!! Here’s a few more I edited: “ … guiding those who are willing to listen to the heartbeat of belief.” Another goodie…

Never once in every time anyone like a critic has ever contacted me have they mentioned Warrior by name or certain specific stories I shared. Nope, NEVER. All that is OK but then I ask what stories resonated with them. I do not receive responses back but at least I make my point. The woman I have referenced really * DID*bring up my spiritual relationship with Warrior, which had never also been sent my way. I was overwhelmed at something not common place to mainstream culture but then her book burning remarks turned me away! 🤬 Here’s a few more statements from Mr. Literary Agent: … “ it beckons the soul to lean closer” AND this final one of : “ Thank you for letting me wander these sacred spaces with you Kathy.” Sure….. Glad to help…. I love all those but he pours it on a little too thick with some other words on this road… er path as he states.

He compared my book to: “ a quiet forest at Dawn,” “ sunlight filtering through the branches,” AND “ soaring over mountains while “ resting by a still lake.”This isn’t a poetry reading class! I loved the lantern metaphor beckoning like a beam of light to doubters (as I paraphrased that one) and being a compass though. Beautifully said to a writer.. .✍🏻 What girl (especially) wouldn’t ❤️ all that prose of poetry describing a book written? Sorry, buddy though~~~ no sell. If I was a teacher and he was in my class, I’d ask him about *SPECIFICS* . Anyone can be those illuminating nature words but where’s my stories in all this? That part is always the missing piece for me as any writer will attest. I understand the need to put yourself out there for business but it’s all a little too much, do you agree? I mean, you aren’t trying to impress a girl to date me here, right? 🫤🤦🏻‍♀️

Anyways, I do LOVE words like that really I do but not in the way they are presented in such fashion. If people take the time to READ my book and want my business, then be honest and direct. Don’t entice me with romantic sounding expressions where I might give a resounding YES! 💞Oh, warriors what a winding path this month has ended upon. Be your OWN compass, lantern, or whatever you wish as you move through this world warriors. May you always listen to your OWN heartbeat of belief…

P.S. Happy “ Turkey” 🦃 day US friends! Eat and be merry!!! Oh, and if GENUINELY interested in my book, head on over to Amazon fans!

P.P.S. I would absolutely *MELT* if those words he used were in a romance novel!!! 🥰

What’s Your SuperPower? 🩷💪🏻🫵🏻

Yes, superpowers it is today so no more venting! Before sharing that~~~ a few things first. Today marks 11.5 years since Warrior left, but also the 11th of my story titled : “ The Box.” It has been shared several times and is in my book. Hard for me to still believe Warrior gave me that message *EXACTLY* 6 months after he passed, but he did. Such a treasure for me always remembered… 🥹💙 The last thing to mention is the photo below. ⬇️ None of Warrior, none of me but a great reminder to us all. Yes, I realize it’s kind of girly but I am a girl so be it. Plus, pink is my fave color! I’m sure you can guess why I used it. Find the word that connects… I love when my cousin thinks of me and sends beautiful photos like those. The one which remained a struggle for me~~~ but I am better at is worthy. How about you? Always believe in them all about yourself!

Now, onto those superpowers! I think this topic has been discussed a little but mainly more about the word superhero. I’m having FUN with this one today. Fans of UW may recall him having “superhuman strength…” ~ thanks, Tony Schiavone. He did have a few other qualities in that area like speed, a disguise, and perhaps being connected to those gods above. I thought of this because just recently my husband and I were having a discussion in the car for some reason. There’s so many to choose from besides those of UW’s. How about being invisible, flying, shape shifting (morphing into maybe another or animal,) becoming bigger or smaller, having x-ray vision, and perhaps breathing underwater. You can also use tools like a special suit, glasses, a belt, weapon, lasso, cape, web or anything else those superheroes had. 🦸🏻🦹🏼‍♀️🕸️🧜🏼‍♂️

I know there are lots more you can consider or even make up your own. Here’s a couple to contemplate on that. How about eating or drinking anything without gaining an ounce. Remember me saying that around my birthday? Another could be never growing old or aging. You readers know the movie “ Death Becomes Her?” Well, it would be like that only of course taking care of your body unlike the two ladies did. Another movie I loved! You would never need a doctor for anything, how about that? We know that is not physically possible but come on~~~neither are those other choices.

So, what would yours be? One from my list above or one of your own choosing? Mine has remained the same for a long time when I get asked this question. The eating/drinking one is a close second. Any guesses? I know it’s a long list and super hard but quite easy for me. Mine is FLYING. If you had that superpower, there would be no reason to be afraid of heights right? Also, if loyal readers can search their memory bank~~~it’s Kathy and the birds with all my stuff over the years. Only natural I’d pick that then! Some I would not choose like being invisible. It may sound appealing but when thinking about it, you might “see” something you don’t want to or shouldn’t. Always pros and cons to everything so that’s why we leave it up to Marvel, DC Comics, and others to create those legendary characters for us to fantasize being. Can’t forget the movies too, of course!

It’s a great time of year to pretend make-believe with Halloween coming this month, isn’t it? I bet you have your favorites too Certain superheroes use certain methods of defense, protection, and being of service. My faves are Thor, Iron Man, and Aquaman (or is it just the guys who play them…. 🤷🏻‍♀️ I dunno… 🤭). Seriously though, we need to remember to use our own devices every day for the greater good and not evil. Don’t be the villain in this convo today. We can use our talents to help but not to abuse. Don’t be like Bruce Nolan with God‘s powers either in the movie: “ Bruce Almighty.” Oh, that movie and my memories… 😳🫣3 scenes stand out for me personally, but only one got mention as a goodie in my book…. Now, back to those other powers of good.

Don’t we all wish we could save the world and make everyone happy? If only right? But then, we wouldn’t have our journeys and never learn the lessons we came here to learn. It’d be cool to be a superhero for just a day and use a superpower or device to better the planet for sure. We can, but just on a much smaller scale little by little. We always want to try our very best even though it might not be good enough for all. Nobody can snap their fingers and make everything perfect and really~~~as humans it isn’t impossible. The truth is we already are perfect just as we are plus all those words listed below. We all are superheroes moving about our daily lives doing what we can, when we can. Our tools are always within us like intuition or that gut instinct Warrior frequently referenced.

We can imagine a superpower like these today but ours go deeper than physical strength, a disguise, or even flying like my pick. It’s our imagination, insight, and of course intuition that takes us on this ride when we are here. It may not sound like much but once you tap into them, they can be the best powers you will ever know. Your existence alone is enough to be the superpower you need to access anything. Recognize that for yourself. After all, it’s what superheroes do~~~ like warriors…

P.S. “ Bruce Almighty” is another one of those movies that I totally had no idea why I liked it so much with the themes of others mentioned in the past. My, my, my.

The Ultimate Dingo King 💪🏻🐕👑

To start off, I hope anyone who celebrated Memorial Day enjoyed their day off from work but of course it is so much more. That day is to honor and remember all our service men and women who sacrificed their lives for our freedom here in the US. ❤️🤍💙🇺🇸 I do wish you all had some moments of reflection on those TRUE warriors who paid the ultimate price. My daughter was actually born on a Memorial Day 19 years ago tomorrow. How is she in her last year as a teen? Time is a gift and also very precious indeed as she will always be my Memorial Day baby. She will also always be my Gemini girl as Warrior was that too. ♊️

OK~~~ now you are probably wondering about that title. I have come up with some bizarre ones lately, right? 😂 You know I always explain so I’ll go in order. The ultimate word pertains to a certain pic I was planning on using soon. I saw it in the book, snapped it, edited, and kept it a day on my phone. For some reason later on, I was thinking I had already used that one. So, I checked my media but didn’t go all the way through. Guess I got distracted by something else, who knows? I did eventually make my way across the many pics~~~ almost 9 years worth ( minus a few…) mind you and finally saw it. I was right, but when it kept bugging me was when I found myself half awake and asleep. Yes, warriors as previously discussed~~~that’s when intuitive moments “slam” into me. My head was telling me I already used that photo so glad I checked. This has happened before but not quite in such a comical way as that time. It was as if Warrior himself delivered me that message! Maybe he did… 😊

Next, we’ll get into Dingo up in the title. I thought it fitting to end the month with another pic from his early days in WCCW. I had gotten out the book: “ A Life Lived Forever” to look at more possible photos for anyone wondering. Why did they have him pose with that forest around? I did look up some info but no idea if it truly connects to what WCCW was going for. Dingos ( those wild dogs like coyotes here) actually live in many dense areas of Australia, including forest regions. Maybe someone knew that back then but I would have no idea. It can be a “green screen” but looks like he’s holding a leaf? That could be staged also but I still wondered why with the scenery? I may never know but glad to always research on my own anyways! Do I honestly believe they went to an actual forest? Nah~~~ but I will probably never have that answer. 😂🌲🍃

That takes me to the King. No, not those other WWF guys to hold that title! While out last week, (I’ll admit we went for 🍨 ,) my son noticed 2 new businesses going into where the old “ Boston Market” used to be. He was so excited to see “ Qdoba” and a “ Smoothie King” with signs already in place. Of course, I paused a moment to myself… 🥹 For those unaware, the “Smoothie King Center” in NOLA is where Ultimate Warrior was inducted into the WWE HOF in 2014. It is also the name of smoothie shops *** AND** I wrote a story many years past of seeing one when attending a family wedding. My son naturally looked them up as he has “ Qdoba” near college and we don’t over here. There’s “ Chipotle” which is very similar. No “ Smoothie King” (s) although we do have other shops identical.

Both will be opening very soon. Smoothie King opens May 30 while Qdoba will be June 16. Oh my. Couldn’t they have been reversed? Again, a connection as Warrior’s birthday was 6-16 so the Smoothie King shop opening on THAT date would fit better, right? Absolutely it would so darn on that… 🫤 Too funny though as we are excited to go to both!

Another story I will share regards the “ Forest Dingo” photo that I almost forgot. While finding that pic in the book, my eyes darted left as I re-introduced myself to a little bit of Warrior’s days as part of “The Blade Runners”with Sting. Then, after going off on his own and becoming Dingo~~~ he shares a story of being in Texas at the Colosseum in Fort Worth where the big rodeos are. It was also where they did some wrestling matches. He states: “ You actually walk through horsesh*t and mud and everything else to get to the ring every night.” Well, that certainly rang my 🛎️ just a little. It was then I finally remembered the story from MY book: “ Spirit and Belief.” Awww, what a great memory of a beautiful dream I had 9 years ago now. In that dream ( for a quick recall,) SummerSlam ‘92 was held at a fairgrounds. 🏟️ I always loved the fair and they have rodeos there too. I ran through mud since it had been raining in order to get to Warrior. He wrestled Randy Savage for the title. I won’t share the entire story but I will share a quote of mine. Just like Warrior having to walk through horse sh*t, I too in that dream walked or really ran through all that to find my way to the match. Here’s my line from the story: “ We all need to find our way through life’s obstacles by achieving what our heart is calling us to do.”

Yeah… 💖 that was my very 1st dream as I totally got that message from Warrior’s mud filled days to mine, although not entirely the same. Oh~~~ those metaphors which did resonate for me then and still do today…. There ya have it with a 3 count and a little added extra bonus at the end. The Ultimate Dingo King, I’m still laughing at that title plus Forest Dingo! 😂😂 Who would’ve thought those 3 would make a story today? *** I WOULD go through horsesh*t to be up close at a UW match anytime, I would! 💩

P.S. I’ll let ya know when we go to Smoothie King!

P.P.S. 4 weeks in a row of no painted 🎨 pics… I think that’s a record…