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The Angelic Devil😇😈

Wait, that title can be so changed into the Devilish Angel, right? I guess it so could but I’ll stick with the first. After all~~~ UW is wearing white in this pic… 😉 Before “running” with that topic, I’ll be off next week because of our move. We will be extremely BUSY. I’ll feel like bouncing off all four corners of those ropes between a squared circle! Then, it will be June warriors. Hard to imagine where May went but with the craziness around me, it’s almost a blur. I barely recognized it being here just like that pic of UW below. At first, I wasn’t sure when first seeing it quickly and then of course knew. It’s those rare shots of him minus face paint and that was yet another from his return in 1996. Does he fit that title above or is it the other way around? I’m sure you fans have your opinion as no trolls are allowed into these writings.

I’ll start with me and a recent experience. Have any of you ever had Reiki done? It’s a healing modality on an energetic level and yes, I have gotten this technique in the past only not that often. It began a few months ago when I wanted to take my dog as never had I witnessed energy work on an animal before. It was something I really wanted to try, even though I knew in my heart her life was coming to an end soon physically. I’m so glad I still took her as I got a few messages but it left me with some peace. Not absolute answers, but it doesn’t always work like that and I’m OK not knowing. 🙏🏻

Moving onto my session as she gave me a complementary time if I still wanted to come back. 🥹 What a nice gesture as I surely took her up on that. It was much needed with all the moving stress! I’ve mentioned this type of work before but if new here, it’s basically someone gifted who can read internal energy inside the body that isn’t purely physical. You can look up more info as there’s lots out there far too detailed explaining on these writings. Anyway, she cleared my chakras and sensed strong and or weak areas. Chakras is another term you can educate yourself on as why not learn something new? I sure did years ago. That’s a big reason we are here. It was a very calm and relaxing experience as she used a few crystals too. Afterwards is where this title gets a little more into focus for me.

She asked how I felt, and I then proceeded to ask her what she sensed or could pick up on. I won’t give everything to you but what she did say was how good and positive my overall energy is on a spiritual or soul level. Look, I know my nature but sometimes we all can be a little bit devilish, right? It’s like those movies where a character has the angel /devil complex and one in each shoulder whispering in their ear. You know those, right? So, my practitioner was just blissful when relating how I truly am. It was so endearing to hear from a professional who practices these things. I was a nice person when meeting her and bringing my pup, but she didn’t really know me on a deeper level until my session.

I do try so very hard despite critics and naysayers to preach the good but I gotta say something about the other part. Many of you loyal readers know if you push my buttons too far~~~ you’ll feel metaphorical clotheslines from me or even those “swear” words of a few weeks past! It’s like that ol’ Britney Spears song which states: “ I’m not that innocent!” ! I was so grateful though how she could relay that beautiful message to me although deep down, I already knew. I’m one of those people who just thinks~~~ “ can’t we all just get along?” I get too frustrated at times with someone who can’t use common sense, some that become too vain, and some who choose the system over themselves. Warrior knows that last one very well but I know he’d agree with them all.

Getting back to him for a moment. So, was he an angelic devil or a devilish angel? It’s all relative readers based on life situations that we all find ourselves in daily. None of us are immune to either devil or angel but deep down in all our souls, we are GOOD… It’s just decisions that sway our minds and thoughts. Like Warrior said in his HOF speech: “ I AM a good guy.” I’ve referenced that before but just like those we disagree with, there is good as we just need to find it. It goes for every single one of us. I’m not getting into horrific ideas here, but just day-to-day stuff. My advice is to just let it go like that song of “ Firehouse.” That was one of the bands he listened to on the road. Be the good you want to see but it’s OK to bring a little devil along for the ride.

We can’t be angels all the time folks as that’s nearly impossible, especially based on global events or whatever is happening around us. It’s fine to get mad as we all need to be human but just don’t let the devil win the match~~~ at least not most of the time. You are allowed to eat that piece of cheesecake, however! 🤣 For those who speak ill of Warrior (as many probably do and will,) I ask you to look at choices made in your life that possibly were not always right or deemed acceptable by others. Despite our inherent good nature, we can’t be perfectionists and aren’t allowed to be. We are wired to make mistakes but it’s how we rectify them and choose again that matters most. I am guilty as well but I certainly try or at least I’m aware enough to notice.

How would you describe your ways, dear readers? Do you see yourself as more devilish or angelic when it comes to how you handle everything thrown at you? Some ideas can be gorilla pressed to the mat but then others we just let go as we should. It’s such a dividing complex, isn’t it warriors? I do believe we want the good but then something or someone gets in the way. That’s life though with all its journeys we must wrestle with. Prove your worth with that angel and devil wrestling it out on your behalf. Who wins? I can’t decide that for you as unlike the WWE (F) it isn’t scripted. I know my preference but it’s all lessons we need to learn as Warrior did too. I know he did. Let’s be angels but let the devil get tagged in sometimes too. Just don’t let him win a championship title!

P.S. I’ll be back in a few weeks to start up June so get caught up on your reading! Last time bringing these thoughts to you in my current home… 🚚🔐📦🛣️🏡

P.P.S. Here’s the links for a few more episodes of the Ultimate Truth podcast: “ Ultimate Warrior TRICKED into 2014 return”?

https://youtu.be/h8LxsLRZ5k4?si=phhypPjX6X4k6c7R

“ Dana Warrior MISSING?”

https://youtu.be/WhSufuh08XY?si=FDHzob5SWOnokc93

*** Again, if not able to view on here, head on over to “ The Masters of Wrestling” YouTube channel under “ The Ultimate Truth” podcast… 💪🏻🤍

Voices Never Die! 🎤

Absolutely not warriors unless we let them. I’m not exactly sure what Ultimate Warrior was specifically referencing in the pic below but he always used his voice, despite naysayers. My guess is that was during his feud was Goldust as I believe it to be 1996, “ In Your House.” That’s also the time he alluded to the RAW crowd with his words of “ you spoke to me… all you spoke to me!” He said how there was one thing that wouldn’t die in the 3.5 years of his absence~~~ and that was the voices. It was the voices of all YOU fans who supported and cheered him on through it all. My wish is that you never lose your voice for what matters most, never let it die. I certainly am not as you well know and it continues on other ways. I will not be silenced for what I believe in and what is important to me, including the truth of Warrior’s messages mixed in with my own. Don’t let those uneducated pin you down to submit!

This “ropes” into how my voice never dies when it comes to sharing my thoughts on here about life, Warrior, or hopefully inspiring you all in someway. I’ve had many opportunities over the years as it’s always such an ultimate adventure when new ideas get brought to life. Some I initiate and yet others naturally seem to flow as we need both. I’m always grateful when you too dear readers~~~ reach out to share your stories or memories with me, some personal and some about Ultimate Warrior himself. See, your voice needn’t die either and I remain humbled you think highly enough of me to trust. My heart thanks you from one warrior to another as we need it all. 🤗

Most recently, I resumed taping for the “ The Ultimate Truth” podcast under “ The Masters of Wrestling” YouTube channel. It was me and The Master Emir once again bringing more Warrior topics your way. The four we discussed were: ~~~ Linda Hogan on the Hulk doc and her comments on UW, ~~~ the dismissal of the Warrior Award, ~~~ where has Dana been, and some of (perhaps) the REAL reasons why WWE finally decided to induct Ultimate Warrior into their HOF. I will link all the episodes as I receive them but please fans~~~ like, subscribe, share, and hype the video into the algorithm to blast this like a rocket ship 🚀 for all those interested! We can use the support moving forward on various deeper topics as time goes on. Emir called our time together “ brilliant” and “ perfect.” Aw shucks, I do my best. I will * NEVER* dishonor Warrior while remaining truthful to what I know in my heart. I might not have a microphone like UW below but still get my messages across like he did with a voice that will never die.

Emir will have some “shorts” available on a few of these videos so check it out when you can. I’m so excited being a cohost and hopefully soon we can bring Mike back as he worked with Warrior years ago as a young college kid wanting to get into the wrestling business. My voice as the only female (as well as often times on the 80s wrestling podcast) will continue on as my own warrior spirit preaching truth as only I can.

Will you warriors continue to make sure your voices are heard and never will die in all that you do? For some of us, we can say a resounding yes without a doubt but then again~~~ we might falter based on our lives and how we approach ideas or even taking a stand. I’m not that picket line kind of gal, but maybe some of you are. We all make a difference with however we share opinions and I hope you know it does count, whether or not one agrees… Lately I’ve learned to defend myself more without “foreign objects” getting in the way. If it offends someone no matter how they are connected to me, well, that’s on them and over time, I’m able to let it go. Notice how I say able to let go and over time because some life events take a while to process as I’m sure many of you are aware of too.

I will say this to you. Once using that voice in one way or another, you will get better and stronger with more confidence which we all need. Say no sometimes without a reason. Stick up for yourself the way you would a friend. Don’t accept what society deems you should do. Don’t do favors or errands for everyone just to be nice. Yes, I realize some of this is quite difficult to master but start small with little changes and as always then the bigger ones will come easier. Warrior chose himself over the business when many disagreed. He used his voice in ways several of us can’t or won’t ever do. We won’t be in his exact position but it’s up to you deciding how your voice gets used and whether it dies or not.

Warrior, even after all these years later has a voice that lives on in all HIS fans or those willing like myself to tell the truth others may not know. We are the ones he needs because his voice physically is no more. Are you willing to take those risks on some of his controversies others do not? We are all different types of fans and are entitled to be, but can you get into the deeper topics of the Ultimate Warrior character or even Warrior himself? It can be quite the ultimate challenge, but I for one am honored to have an opportunity to share my thoughts in ways deserving of him. I will always honor Warrior while respecting my own privacy with what I know on this journey. I know I have referenced using a voice before, but it needs repeating as more comes to the surface of the wrestling mat~~~ especially with all the news out there. Head on over to “ The Ultimate Truth” podcast at “ The Masters of Wrestling” to get more behind the scenes with voices you won’t hear anywhere else in any other format. I am biased, but TRUE fans will know and become more educated in ways never before.

So, will your voice remain strong as long as it can or will it die without truly ever being heard? Your life, your way. You can look to Warrior but look to others too. What really makes your voice stand out and why? You don’t need a microphone or even a podcast, but be that warrior with a voice which will NEVER die.

P.S. Latest episode: “ Linda Hogan’s Lies Exposed on Ultimate Warrior.”

https://youtu.be/Csa63_eznAs?si=BqDAV

*** Again, if not active on here- head on over to Youtube to find “ The Masters of Wrestling” and “ Ultimate Truth” podcast! 💙

The REAL You 🫵🏻🧡💚

Welcome back readers to another week of these writings I bring your way every Wednesday. You’ll see a video pic below of Ultimate Warrior reacting to one of Hulk Hogan‘s promos during the buildup to WMVI. That was from the WWE vault YouTube channel mentioned a few posts back but thought it was a great shot to use today. Another mention of Hulk is a new doc series premiering tonight on Netflix. It’s called : “ Hulk Hogan: Real American” and it’s 4 1 hour segments detailing his life~~~ both personally and professionally being the immortal one we as fans will always remember. I will be watching in parts but I’m interested to view it all. I had mentioned how they should do a separate special on him, so I’m glad they were able to film an interview before his passing.

The REAL you coincides with Hulk’s title above but also gets roped in with yet another idea I am expanding upon from “The Masters of Wrestling” podcast. Recently, he was discussing figures well known such as the Hulkster, but one of the reasons? Their names. Yes, that does factor in with those of us old enough to know the gimmick characters of yesteryear. Sure, some still exist in a way but will they be memorable years from now? That’s up to us and culture but the name they choose to use does define them throughout their wrestling career. Besides HH, there’s The Ultimate Warrior ( of course!) The “ Macho Man” Randy Savage, and countless others but I decided to stick with the big 3 of that era. We will know who they were for various reasons and have our own memories of them but without that ever famous name, would they be the same? Many guys back then did use their real name or part of it * BUT* included a moniker inserted. Take “ The Million Dollar Man” Ted DiBiase or Bret “ Hitman” Hart even. Those were their real names but “ The Million Dollar Man” and “ Hitman” are what we remember most, right?

Now, we can move into today’s talent or slightly farther back. How about John Cena who has been mentioned frequently on here and who just hosted WrestleMania 42? Yep, that’s his real name and it totally worked for him in the business. He did go by other names (as I had to look that up,) but WWE fans know him by his real name which will be his legacy. Another one to think of his Daniel Bryan, who as probably many know is not his real name. He just switched it around from Bryan Danielson so there’s that approach as well. Let’s look at a woman example. Alexa Bliss’s real name is Alexis so see what she did there? Another minor tweak but what would’ve worked better? We will never truly know as some do not fully change their entire name. I am thinking of Becky Lynch as another woman example. Becky is her real name, but Lynch~~~ nope. She actually wanted to use her real last name as I did not know that. I assumed with her, both names were legit. A few years back, she went by “ The Man” so that worked for her then.

Another I will state is “ The Undertaker.” He did briefly go by his real name years ago before making an impression with the WWE universe. Look at all the names he used overtime! I believe most were successful but which one stands out or gets remembered most? He’s a tough one to figure out but you fans will know based on what he brought to the arena during his prime. So, I will ask you this after those choices~~~ which is REAL to you as a performer in wrestling? Is it their real name which did work for many (as there are a lot more) or is it the gimmick name you prefer? I cannot imagine Ultimate Warrior becoming famous as Jim Hellwig, can you? As a bodybuilder, that was what he needed to do but as a pro wrestler, going to work. Would we remember Terry Bollea if it wasn’t for Hulk Hogan? Maybe if he stuck with acting or became more of a musician with his guitar playing, but I’m thinking a solid *NO* at that.

I believe if one does decide to use their real name like many did or do, you need to have something added to it like a back up moniker with your gimmick. Vince knew that as I mentioned with “ The Million Dollar Man” or “ Hitman” above. If you didn’t have something like that attached, you got a rhyming name. Jake “ The Snake” Roberts had both but the other factor used was alliteration. We know “ Ravishing” Rick Rude. ROOD was his last name. I use that much with my writing too. HH, MM, you know those guys? I just wrote about them. The Ultimate Warrior had no addition, rhyme, or alliteration, and yet will always be known in the wrestling business. Absolutely will he be forever in our memories other than just his name, but when you say it~~~ you know it. It’s like the lyric from the song: “ Uptown Funk.” “ Say my name, you know who I am…” I love that song~~~ but you get my idea I bet.

Emir had said~~~ in his opinion how he believes the gimmicks of the Golden Era and a little beyond worked better than the names of today. He’s right in many ways regarding longevity and being in peoples minds with what they remember. If your name doesn’t sell with fans, something else should~~~ whatever that might be. Daniel Bryan’s chant of : “ YES!” caught on and yet it seems so simple. Today’s Superstars will be tomorrow’s memories just like I always have mine. Things need to be in place to create a lasting impression fans will keep forever. Well I remember John Cena the same way I will remember Hulk Hogan? Ultimate Warrior? Macho Man? No way, but there are those who were too young are not even born when the other guys were around so is it fair to compare? You be the judge but we are conditioned to follow and like what we like as generations come and go. It can be fun being a certain character with a different name, but at the end of the day~~~ we are just us. The REAL you is true to your core and Warrior knew that always.

So, whatever name you choose or go by and whatever stage of life you were in~~~ be remembered for MORE than just those letters. Your YOU is defined by much more than that.

P.S. Don’t forgot the HH doc. TONIGHT!!! *** Hulk’s statue was also revealed during WrestleMania 42 weekend. I got a little teary 🥹 as I believe it to be a very great likeness. 💛❤️ I heard this WM was very underrated as many said it was not as successful as it could’ve been.. Hmmmmm…… 🤔

Hollywood or Hollyweird?👏🏻🤔❤️🩶

Before covering today’s title, I will begin by remembering the last date within these past two weeks in April. Yesterday, marked 12 years since RAW aired their emotional tribute to The Ultimate Warrior. You will notice a pic below 👇 as I finally got a shot of him greeting fans on RAW but also with “ Hall of Famer” above his name. I had yet in all these years used HOF with him in that way. Glad the thought came to my mind as this month continues. Yes, I know that photo was from his final RAW appearance a week prior but wanted to stick with these memories.

We all know Warrior DID in fact go to Hollywood in 1993 but wasn’t there long. He did refer to it as “ Hollyweird” a few times as a career movies was not in him to keep pursuing. “ Hollywood Hogan” can have that attached to his name but with Warrior, it wasn’t a future he envisioned. Sure, he had the look 💯 totally and did act in the movie “ Firepower” , but the second project with him in the starring role fell through. Warrior wanted to recreate the “ Conan the Barbarian” movies, but did not want to be typecast based on his physicality. I decided to reference this idea a little deeper after listening to a podcast episode of “ The Masters of Wrestling” most recently. Speaking of that, my episode 3️⃣ of “ The Ultimate Truth” podcast is finally out. I will link it at the end. It’s all about how his character influenced women so you guys should give it a listen absolutely!

The Master Emir was discussing how the roles of men in Hollywood have changed much over the years. He cited a few actors, (even some wrestlers) and movies they starred in. Long gone it seems are those Conan type of characters portrayed by men~~~ well being MEN who are brawn and built or even “macho.” I agreed with much of what he said but then disagreed on some. I commented and he actually loved my “women’s perspective” so glad I wrote in! Emir admonished some actors for taking on goofy or perhaps oofish types of roles that seem to demean their quality of being a man. I always like to see both sides of this as with it being Hollywood or Hollyweird. Yes, a few roles I frequently thought were extremely silly based on the guy playing a specific character. I will say this though~~~ people in Hollywood (or weird,) want to challenge themselves and be different than what is expected of them. That sounds like Warrior to me, doesn’t it? These guys have that face or body, which fits a certain “type” but then they want to think outside that for a softer, funnier part just to switch it up sometimes.

Think of “ The Rock” Dwayne Johnson. Most of his roles involve a tough guy image but then as Emir pointed out years ago, he did the “Tooth Fairy” movie which made fans go~~~ huh? Did he pull it off? Well, you can decide that. Perhaps he just wanted a lighter script. He is a father so maybe that changed once he became part of the Disney family. No, all of his roles will not be goofy but we will still know him as that muscled wrestler turned actor.

Another example is Arnold Schwarzenegger. We all know his beginnings with bodybuilding and the Conan movies as I mentioned. How about a few of his different roles for a moment. Anyone remembered “ Junior” where he was a pregnant man? How about “ Kindergarten Cop”? No I just didn’t like it since it came out in 1990! I actually love that movie though as it was truly great to watch him with the little kids. I bet Arnold had fun making both but once again, we were used to seeing him a certain way and then he made us all look twice. Emir mentioned him too in that podcast episode but I do understand why they want to take on unexpected characters that keep fans guessing. It’s similar to a WWE superstar. Does it truly diminish their acting skills? For some I can see how it does but then again, I can see how it does not. What is your opinion on this? I have to find that photo taken of a young Jim Hellwig back in his early days of bodybuilding where he met Arnold. Maybe that’s a good idea to use soon?

I bet you can think of other men in Hollywood that perhaps took on weird roles from time to time. John Cena is another as he also has portrayed an action hero~~~ even with his own series but then again, moves into some ridiculous and often times raunchy guys on screen. John was a huge UW mark too and was acknowledged by W in his HOF speech! Emir was alluding to the fact how the action hero seems to be fading with some men normally primed to take that on and instead succumb to Hollyweird and create a puzzling choice. Again, though~~~ just like with the gimmick matches of the ol’ WWF years, we need the humor to balance out the serious.

As serious as the Ultimate Warrior character seemed to be, there were those times of humor. Very few, but they existed. His funny moments were often like mine of being not fully understood by some but a style all its own. I think many things are humorous when others may not think so. See? We need the balance but are always entitled to our opinions of what we prefer. Emir is included, but I get why he appears so biased. After all, he comes from a wrestling family and has based his business on the physique of men. He does though have Hollywood connections but does that make it weird? It all depends on how one uses it but he is doing the work he loves with passion and purpose. That’s the warrior way.

So, is it Hollywood or Holly weird for all of you warriors out there reading today? Maybe it doesn’t really matter to you as long as you get entertained in a way suited to your preferences. Men can still be macho but also show silliness when needing to. Even “ The Macho Man” had hilarious promos! At least I thought they were. I couldn’t ever see Warrior in a comedic role with a movie but we will never truly know, will we? He definitely had a funny side though, and I’m so glad to at least have known that. Hulk Hogan can be “ Hollywood,” Randy Savage can be “ The Macho Man” but Warrior? He’ll always be ultimate and was never weird to me… 💙

P.S. I still remember telling my family the night of WWE’s tribute to Warrior how we had to start game night early. Mama needed to watch something important to her…

P.P.S. Here’s episode 3 of the U.T. podcast. Check it out from “ The Masters of Wrestling” on their YouTube channel (:

https://youtu.be/BYSMf8nrYLQ?si=gUNg5

Thank you Warrior… 🩷💚🧡💛