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Make August Awesome! 🖤💛🩷

Welcome to August my readers! I hope it is awesome for you like this title suggests. UW did use that word often with his “words of wisdom” writings so it totally fits for today. You’ll see him below from one of his last matches in ‘96 but I love the jacket which was his comic book cover so it starts off this new month. A couple of shareables today but did any of you watch SummerSlam? I heard attendance has been down recently at WWE events but we shall see. I like CM Punk. I don’t totally follow everyone but glad he is in a better place now with the company. I love him and AJ Lee together as a couple too. Punk is definitely an older guy doing this wrestling thing so props to him for still being able to be at the top. I don’t however like Brock Lesnar. Never have. Didn’t he “retire” at WM with a crying ending?. Geez… 🙄 🤷🏻‍♀️

Onto other news. We have our 24th wedding anniversary on the 10th and dinner reservations for Saturday the 8th. It is quite the talked about place where we live with a beautiful outdoor space by the water. Our time is earlier so not a sunset view, but I’m hoping for no rain. It’s a gorgeous location where many weddings are held so we’re excited to go! We have walked around the area too. It should be awesome! 💕 🥂

Another awesome time (as I laughed yet again) happened most recently. Remember my July 4 story of the neighbor with the UW shirt? Well, this is a part two with Michael and his dog Lucy. Yes, I met him and her. *** Here’s the story. My husband and I were eating dinner outside on our patio and we see this guy starting to walk his dog over in the field to the right of us. We knew he lived around here as I’ve seen his bulldog. We think: “ oh, here comes that guy again with his dog…” We always wondered why he comes through the back part of people’s yards like that but guess you can in the green space. I could totally see his shirt yards away and almost choked on my food. Yep, it was that SAME blue UW shirt I saw him wear while mowing his lawn on July 4!!! I couldn’t believe it as I didn’t truly think I’d see him with it on quite so soon and coming towards me no less!

I could just hear Warrior saying: “ Now’s your second chance, don’t blow it!” No, he didn’t utter those words to me but one has to agree how he would definitely say that. 🤭 I waited for him to glance our way as I told my husband we can wave. He of course had no real reason as to my why. At least not in that second. Michael, (as he told us his name moments later), finally looked in our direction and I yelled out: “ I LOVE your shirt!” ! Then, husband knew. Michael shouted back: “ Yeah, big fan of wrestling back then!” He then asked if he could come our way to head back across the street. We obliged so then Michael, Lucy, and the shirt were right in front of us. We mostly talked about the neighborhood but he was familiar of where we used to live as he went to a local college over there. See, yet another awesome moment! I will still have to have a wrestling convo at some point as my husband did proceed to tell him how Warrior was (as I’m thinking still is) my favorite. We were just distracted by Lucy but shared memories of our dog Abby with him too.

After all this as they went on their way, we finished dinner and got into the house. One of the first things their dad tells the kids (who eat on their own time) was how Mom loved Michael’s shirt. Honestly, I wouldn’t have said anything but just kept that to myself. He seemed to be laughing but if he has other feelings about it, that’s on him. I find this stuff amusing but it doesn’t define my life with husband and kids. Nope, not defending anymore.

That takes us to the last awesome to start August. Yes, these all happened in July but you get to read them now. So, different dreams lately as this past full moon was intense. Did you see how golden it was? A few UW ones but mostly quick little glimpses. One however, seemed to linger. A year ago~~~ I had used the photo seen on IG of Warrior when he wrestled in Germany back in ‘93. It’s a great shot of him smiling with his long blonde hair wearing a Berlin Hard Rock Cafe shirt and hat. He looks so happy as I was thinking it was after a match? 🤔 Well~~~ in the dream, that’s how he appeared. I could see him in a store of some kind holding the UW wrestling buddy doll. He went up to the sales clerk and showed her. He was so proud yet very excited. Yes, I know those came out years prior but maybe someone had one in the store and he was going to sign it or something? I don’t know all that but just how I can witness enjoying all the emotion. He was thrilled to be there as I saw him laughing and having fun… It was great to be part of… 🥹 Another aspect of a dream still involved UW but also my husband. He knew there was (yet again…) another special on that I wanted to watch. I hope there isn’t any more in the future. No clue on what WWE was doing this time but I would be ready to see it. Maybe despite my guilt at times, it really isn’t such a big deal? Maybe I was being shown that in the dream with my husband being OK knowing I’m watching? Maybe that’s the message the universe wants to send. I thank my team and Warrior always. I truly believe those in spirit who connect to us are happy and want that for us so they come to visit to bring joy our way. Isn’t that awesome? I hope you believe as I do, but if not~~~ your choice. I have dreams of the living too with me, joining in on convos, gatherings, and everything in between. That’s my active dreaming state which has always been with me since childhood.

So warriors, I hope you can make August awesome with whatever comes your way. Pretty soon my kids will be back to their school studies and our last year of football is beginning. Five years of being part of watching my boy playing his college band will be coming to an end. That’s several months away so I’m not bringing all that forward just yet. 😳 I will have to for sure update you on any wrestling convos I may have with Michael. That should be awesome and truly ultimate! Enjoy your day warriors and I will connect next week… 🙋🏻‍♀️😎💪🏻

P.S. I did watch part of the Seth Rollins/ Roman Reigns match. I thought that was an incredible ending! I’m also glad Chelsea Green won as she deserves it…

Before You RUN! 🏃🏻‍♂️🫵🏻

I’m bringing lots to the arena today so let’s begin with that photo below. It has circulated plenty as I believe it to be a Polaroid taken around the time when those Wrestling Buddy dolls first came out. I had heard how thrilled he was to be part of that as I would be too. There are many others of Warrior posing with that UW doll at events, but *THAT* pic is yet another which appeared in my mind one day. I don’t question~~~ I just try my best in locating it somewhere in media. I knew he had a pink shirt on so scrolling I did. 2 weeks in a row with some pink, I love it! 🩷 After 9 years, new pics come forward.

OK, so before you “run”… to go get that autograph with that famous person~~~ read my post today. I have dabbled in this but listened to something recently that pulled it more into the ring. This isn’t a venting post again, but merely more of an observational one. All right, may be a little venting as just common sense really. I still have questions about the boy who Warrior had to make that awkward “apology video” 🙄 for as it is still widely discussed unfortunately. UGH!!!!! 😩 That’s just part of the story today. Let’s take the actor Ryan Gosling. I’m sure you all have heard of him. He relates a story as a young boy~~~ (maybe you know it) wanting his favorites (UW‘s) autograph. After nicely asking, Warrior said no and from then on~~~ Ryan ripped up his pic and probably always thought of Warrior as a piece of sh*t. If only he could’ve met Warrior again later on, I’m sure much more would’ve been explained…

I’m explaining what I feel is MORE on this topic today. BTW, I wrote this last week before it was brought up AGAIN in a Facebook post so NO~~~ I am not copying those words.

Here’s my concerns… First off, when parents or guardians are in the area with their child (ren) who want their “ hero’s” autograph, things should be discussed with them PRIOR to the kid just running off in a way. How many grown-ups prep that child beforehand on the possibility of their hero saying no to them? I bet not too many. They assume the celebrity will always comply. I’m a parent and want my kids happy of course but disappointments are part of life and we can’t always have things the way we want. Some parents or adults do not discuss this with kids in these possible situations. Maybe there are various reasons why as I am not in their position nor have I been, but a quick convo should always be had about this when running off for that most desired autograph.

There’s so many reasons also as to why that celebrity may say no and it’s not because they are a piece of sh*t either. Think about it in reverse. I would (sorry readers) probably be like UW only without possible profanity. Just seeing fans “randomly” in airports, restaurants, or on the street is extremely challenging and unless it is a scheduled event~~~ the answer could be a no, maybe even from me. You yourself as that famous person are very busy having a somewhat normal life for those extra minutes and sometimes, it isn’t feasible stopping to autograph.

I realize it takes a few seconds of time, but then others could come your way after that first person and on and on. Warrior was introverted so that part of fame was hard for him. DO NOT tell me that he was the only wrestler to ever turn down kids because I don’t buy that for a millisecond. People just bash him because of their dislike as his stories took center stage, unlike others. I personally would never run up to a celebrity if I saw one and ask for an autograph, I just wouldn’t. I know better. Yes, I have seen a few local ones in my area from sports teams but I’ve left them alone. Why? Because they are people too. Some love that attention and crave it and that’s OK. I would just feel too intimidated doing so. Just to see them would be a thrill and I wouldn’t regret not getting that autograph. Others will disagree as expected, but this is just my opinion on here.

I compare this a little to a “pop in.” I think this works as it was a topic at my house lately. Who likes the pop in when people come over uninvited or even not announced beforehand? Maybe you are fine with it and don’t mind but me? Nope, don’t like it and never did. Virgos need to plan and I wouldn’t pop in on someone so I don’t want it done to me. Never do I tell close family to just stop over if I’m home. I have things to do despite not going to that 9-to-5 job and then would have to rearrange my schedule, even if it’s a shower or~~~ I dunno~~~ writing this blog! Do you see where I am “running” with this? If you love pop-ins, that’s great for you but they are not for me. I would not even overwhelm my kids after school when little as I let them be for a bit. We all need downtime, alone time, or whatever you want to call it, even the famous.

It’s so much more than just “running” to get that autograph without putting other practices in place first. I’m not sure if adults just overlook those kinds of things or people become spontaneous when they shouldn’t be. I realize it can be a once in a lifetime opportunity but still so difficult… 😞 That “hero” of yours is not a bad person for turning you down but as a child you WILL think so unless otherwise told by an adult. I just wish more people would understand this before getting their kids hopes up and then slamming them to the mat. We can’t say yes to everything and everyone all the time, it just isn’t feasible. Life is filled with NO’s , but when children~~~ we need adults to soften that blow so we don’t grow up resenting that past NO we can’t seem to ever forget.

So, to any parents reading~~~ take heart of what I have written today. My kids were never in those positions of Ryan Gosling or even that “apology video” boy plus countless others over the years. Let’s be the role models our kids need and deserve… 🫤

P.S. I realize Warrior’s responses could’ve been a bit “nicer” by some standards as that would’ve helped, BUT he still had the right to say no. Just not right now… maybe later. Next time, yeah… those are better words… 🤷🏻‍♀️

Naughty or Nice? 😈😇

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

🤶🏻🙏🏻🦌😬🛍️🛒❤️💚🎄🎅🏼❄️☃️🍪🛷🍬

The Christmas Parties 🎄🎅🏼

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

😇🎁❤️💚🤍

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

Many Meaningful Masks

We do wear lots of masks throughout our lives warriors as some may have read on this blog before. This post isn’t quite as deep as getting to the real us but does involve several “mask” stories of my OWN that became very meaningful. A few are slightly amusing but then a few are well…., not so much. I do believe I’ve mentioned painting the Ultimate Warrior’s mask on my face was never something I’d do. Dana has had her face marked with her own brand of warrior woman paint but I only dabbled in small symbols on my cheeks. After all, he did that for a brief time so for me that was enough.

When my youngest sister was still quite little, I loved coloring and drawing with her. We had a few chalkboards to use for many creations. Guess what I showed her? Yep, the Ultimate Warrior mask. Why did that pop in my head? I wasn’t sure she’d fully understand my intensity back then so it was just called a “cat mask.” O.K., I know it doesn’t really look like a cat face but she bought it and became my muse of choice. She actually does still remember those times! Glad my silliness was so memorable and unforgettable to her. Just like Warrior was and still is to me.

Another funny memory was painting Easter eggs. Being a teenage girl meant most were done with that tradition but again with having a sibling ten years younger made me still participate. I remember painting an egg purple and then adding his mask in the middle with yellow. Those are Easter colors for real! So very proud of how it turned out. I realize this sounds obsessive as perhaps even true fans out there didn’t do this. We all have weird stuff as teens and I gotta say that was mild compared to other things kids my age were doing. 😬Am sure you have your own crazy times too! This was sweet to me and I’ve shared a lot personally so there warriors– you get another interesting tidbit from my past.

These last few are a little bittersweet. When I heard about Warrior’s HOF induction, the months just seemed to fly by as that Spring came fast. Some will know how warm it was that April here in Ohio which is discussed in my book Spirit and Belief. My daughter was still into chalk drawing like her aunt many years ago. I drew the Ultimate Warrior mask on our driveway in many different colors so happy for his upcoming weekend. They were great as I hadn’t even tried drawing that mask in years. My girl never questioned the validity as it’s just a symbol. Little did she know how much it meant to her Mama. *** PAUSE*** A few days later, Warrior passed. 💔

I still could see those colorful masks in one spot of our driveway out my window. It made me so sad, shocked, and angry. With no rain coming, they were erased by me without a trace remaining. It was too much then even with no tears but now, I’d leave them for different reasons. Even though the chalk was erased from that pavement, I could never erase him from my life no matter how hard I tried almost six years ago.

This time also coincided with my daughter having a Dance Party at her school along with face painting. She had these beautiful butterflies on her cheeks and loved them. A few days after Warrior’s passing and I see my girl’s face painted. Of course this isn’t his mask like the other stories but my emotions still fought it.

My Dad’s big 70th birthday party was the next night and with sleep, her butterflies faded a little. She asked me to paint them back on so she could show off her face to everyone. I obliged but told her Mama would do the best I could and to not get mad. My hands were shaking as I picked up that first brush and chose her color. Why? Come on Kathy– this isn’t his mask, what’s wrong with you? Well, that was how much of my grief got displayed. I just told her I was nervous since that wasn’t something she rarely asked of me. Warrior’s mask- No. Face paint-yes. It still mattered a lot. Never could I even put on the mask from the book “A Life Lived Forever.” I had held it up to my face but the strap broke. I wasn’t meant to wear it…

Warrior created his many painted masks for the Ultimate Warrior character which I never ever wanted to replicate. It wasn’t for me but I guess other meaningful mask stories came to be. To even think I had mask stories surprised me until back from my memory bank they were there again. Just like Warrior.

If any of you have ever painted the U.W. mask on yourself or anyone else, bravo! Your masks are meaningful to you just like mine were to me. Warrior painted different masks and each became a story with ultimate meanings. No chalk could ever be erased from my memory. He was there with or without his mask and still will forever be. 💖🧡💛💚🙏🏻

P.S. We recently finally saw the movie “Fighting with my Family” which depicts the true story of Paige in the WWE. I really needed a chalkboard to slide my nails down since it shows WMXXX and Monday Night RAW of April 7, 2014… 😳 The U.W. wrestling buddy doll is also in this movie so sorry for the spoiler alert!! My husband even liked it. Another chalkboard moment.

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Peaceful Warrior Perspective 🙏🏻🧡

Have any of you seen this video when The Ultimate Warrior appeared on “Live with Regis and Kathie Lee” back in August 1990? I’ll link the clip at the end but it’s a perfect example of today’s topic. I remember watching this interview back then and thinking : “Who’s THIS guy?” I had never seen him like that before. Ever. If you’ve also watched “The Arsenio Hall Show” episode a few months prior to “Live,” you’ll see two very different Warrior perspectives.

Several years back when I began this blog, I included a definition of what the word warrior means. The word peaceful is not included at all but I believe it connects. We all evolve and even Warrior himself did. He made peace in his professional relationship with the WWE, Vince McMahon, and some others at his HOF induction of WMXXX. He made peace with the fact that the Ultimate Warrior character was strong and tough yet soft and gentle.

Regis Philbin compared his character as being “a link to the Indian ancestors” while Kathie Lee chimes in “like a Spirit.” Native Tribes fought like warriors and also strived for peace within the spirit. The character depicted two very unique sides on both of those shows and yet still very much him. Think about it though. Morning T.V. vs, Nighttime T.V. A different audience with different perspectives for sure. The “Live” interview to me anyway was truly him without acting. Naysayers get slammed!

We may never fully abandon our core beliefs and shouldn’t but over time, a new shift begins. The battle can turn to acceptance and eventually peace if we allow it. Sometimes, we need to either step back or completely leave a current situation in order to view a new perspective. Warrior did. I have and I hope you have at some point also. He always advocated for anyone to step outside their comfort zone and embrace variety. I totally agree but then again, there are legit reasons why people stay put. It does become their life. Many wrestlers stick around after their career and I know this frustrated Warrior. He finally admitted on the Ultimate Collection DVD why they love it so much to stay.

Years go by and we all age, mature, and learn new things. When we are in a career, relationship, or anything that involves longevity, it can become robotic. We just go thru the motions but still remain true to ourselves. Sure, we can compromise but sometimes never fully understand another’s point of view. It is a challenge admitting mistakes but we need to stay open to all sides of the story.

Retirement may bring that sense of peace to some or maybe just taking a long break. We are all warriors battling on with whatever comes our way in life and am sure you can relate. To get to that peaceful state of being takes time, patience, and effort. It’s there but we need to do the work too. My life has evolved so much especially these last few years. I try so hard to have more understanding of another’s circumstance instead of judging or criticizing right away.

Warrior had A LOT to always say on many topics. Some controversial, some not. Being a father changed his perspectives somewhat over time. I have seen plenty of peaceful interviews with him and yet the dramatic, frenetic ones get more recognition. We all have both sides and should defend our passions while agreeing to listen as well. Every human being needs to work on this everyday including famous ones.

Warrior’s life became more private as years went by and he needed that. He could slip into character whenever he wanted and still had that intense personality. He did have peaceful perspectives despite critics. As fans, we thrived on that Ultimate Warrior character but I always liked seeing the other side. I kinda know this now with him in spirit..😉

It’s great to get drama and excitement but at the end of the day, the peaceful heart matters. I’m not getting all mushy here but think about this for a moment. 🧐We may disagree but again like I’ve said many times before, respect counts. Find that peace inside of you warriors. You can still fight those battles but believe in the Ultimate spirit of a new perspective.

https://youtu.be/JpoaC_XHVSY

~~ uploaded by Warrior Central, 4/23/09. “Live with Regis and Kathie Lee.” Aug. 1990. (this was right before SummerSlam ’90 with Rick Rude!) |~anyone notice how both U.W. and K.L. are wearing orange?? 🤣

~~~P.S. My bday is tomorrow so guess what my plans are? If you’ve read that post a month ago, you’ll know! Watching the last match on WMVI of course!!

www.spiritandbelief.com~~ the other spiritual blog you can also find if interested along with info on my book! 💖💙📗

~Oh, one more, I promise this is it! “The Arsenio Hall Show” episode was aired right before WMVI!

My “Pouchie” Faith

I have gone back and forth a while now on whether or not to tell this story but with Warrior’s birthday a few days away, it’s time to share it with you. Let’s back up a few years with an episode of “The Goldbergs.” Adam Goldberg was a huge Ultimate Warrior fan and they have referenced wrestling a few times on the show. I love this show since the 80’s were a coming of age decade for me and am so glad Dana loves it too.

The beginning of an episode had the character of Adam dancing and lip syncing in his bedroom to the song “Faith” by George Michael. Good thing I didn’t go upstairs then to say goodnight to my daughter or would’ve missed the whole thing! Am sure most of you know the lyrics and this was the very beginning of the song. In the background on his shelves were The Ultimate Warrior and “Macho Man” Randy Savage wrestling buddy dolls! I will always picture that scene every time I hear “Faith” and still do. Warrior and Randy together again for a memory of mine.

Fast forward a few years to just a couple of months ago. I had been thinking of a way to get my book to Dana even though it was a long shot but the thought remained. I was driving home from my hair appointment and turned on the radio. The song playing was “Faith” by George Michael. I smiled and sang along like I always do. It was then that I noticed this car’s license plate stopped next to me at a light. The plate said “POUCHIE” and I thought of Dana.

Warrior had called her “poochie” and she has mentioned this periodically. He even acknowledged her in the crowd as “pooch” during his HOF speech. It was spelled differently but I still noticed. Then, I started saying “pouchie faith” just for fun since I always believe! It could’ve been “pouchy” with its pronunciation but to me, it was “poochie!”

The next few weeks “pouchie faith” stayed in my head whether or not I heard “Faith” on the radio. A month or so later, Dana started her podcast “Total WARRIORS.” As previous readers know, I called in and was able to speak with her. That was my “pouchie faith” revealing itself to me. Not “poochie” or getting my book to her, but I’ll take it!

Let’s look at this from another angle I have said before. It’s so much fun with a group of threes whether you think like a three count or spiritually. It’s been magical and I can attest to that. The wrestling buddy doll, ( again!) the song “Faith,” and a license plate (again!) I can’t forget “The Goldbergs” which started it all lining up.

You can have your “faith” however it works for you whether it’s a show, song, or license plate. Whatever way you choose, just believe and those signs will appear. I wasn’t too sure about this post as it concerns a term of endearment Warrior used for Dana but she has been very open with it so now it’s my turn.

I know the Warrior Girls will remember Warrior this Sat. the 16th in the best way that works for them and I will too. ❤️ He will be with his “poochie” and girls while sending them all his love. I am continually humbled and grateful for all the opportunities I have been given sharing my Warrior moments, even though some are extremely personal. Like he said: “ the right story is the full story…”

Share yours since you never know who might be reading, listening, or becoming impacted. I am forever thankful Warrior shared his, Dana is sharing hers, and now I can share mine. Get that “Faith” and keep it!

P.S. I recently took my first Zumba class and the instructor’s name was Dana. She played the song “Faith” by George Michael. I REALLY had to keep it together without laughing!!! 😳😂

~~~ Happy Birthday Warrior 💪🏻🌻⚡️🌟🎈💖🙏🏻✍🏻 ~~ I am that storyteller keeping your legacy alive…

Kathy

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The Wrestling Buddy Doll Dream…

I mentioned at the end of a previous blog how besides two dreams Warrior was present in, there were others. At first this one didn’t really seem detailed enough to mention but the more I thought of the significance, I just had to share. Even as a teenager, the wrestling buddy dolls (or should I say pillows– after all they are men!) seemed so cool to me and being older made no difference. What I wouldn’t give to have the Ultimate Warrior (pillow!) on my bed with my other stuffed animals back then!

If you have followed this blog from the start or even read my book, you’ll know The Action Figure Story where I found the original Ultimate Warrior at one of my preschool jobs. That was real life and this experience with the buddy doll was a dream. It happened last year several months before my book got published and of course I wouldn’t forget it.

This dream connects to The Warrior Book Dream that also involved a real story in my old 7th grade classroom with a dream in that same room. I so hope you are not confused so let me explain and am believing you’ll understand! This dream begins with me teaching at the same preschool where the action figure was found many years prior. Us teachers were going over the days lesson plan and once we signed up, off to the back room we went to gather our materials for the activities.

The back room seemed very different from what I remember which reminded me of a giant finished attic with lots of wooden beams and structures. We all went about the room in different directions and I came across these huge crates where the toys could be seen. I immediately saw the Ultimate Warrior wrestling buddy doll placed right on top of the soft toys. This is so very similar to how I found the action figure in real life…

This time, however; was very different than that one with how I reacted. Instead of staring in disbelief and shock, I just laughed to myself. I said to the Ultimate Warrior: “You’re too big and can’t come home with me like the Action Figure. I can’t take you without anyone noticing or place you in my purse!” I guess this time, this toy had to stay put without me taking it even in a dream. The dream seemed to end with me just chuckling to myself as the buddy doll grinned in its crate with the other toys.

I woke up fully aware of what this meant for me while filled with humor yet again. Having always wanting the buddy doll, I finally got it in a dream– well, sort of…

To have two dreams connect to a specific place in my life seems surreal to me. At first I just fluffed this one off like a fun little dream fulfilling the buddy doll wish until I realized it’s deeper meaning and connectedness to Warrior and me. It was very similar to Warrior appearing in the classroom about my book many years after my experience with The Road Warriors on a boy’s notebook.

I so hope you are still reading and not totally perplexed but if you are, I get it…. Things are comical for me until the deeper part is revealed and I believe that’s what this dream showed. Why would this happen in the same school where I found the action figure in real life? How did I know in this dream what happened to me with the action figure as well? Sure, it could just be to give that teenage girl a glimpse into what she could’ve had but it was indeed more of what her adult self really did get.

At a recent Holistic Fair, this woman at her booth had me draw a card from her beautiful angel oracle card deck. Even if you aren’t into that sort of thing, the card I drew was DREAMS. It was so random and yet perfect for me. She told me to follow my dreams and literally I guess I am!

If you have had any dreams pertaining to your real life or something that happened to you, please feel free to include your story. I offer you the utmost respect and belief. Warrior gave that to me and I will extend it to you. Never underestimate how your life impacts your dreaming state since it is a powerful force guiding you. Yours might just lead you to great life experiences like mine has for me. ❤️

~~~ If you’d like to connect this story with the others mentioned here, What A Rush! is archived: 11/22/16 and it is also in my book: Spirit and Belief.

~~~ The Warrior Book Dream I also mentioned on here but you can find the whole story on my new website and that one is dated 1/1/18.

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~~~ I have a new spiritual blog on there but Warrior is still mentioned sometimes and I also relate a dream with he and Dana! Another beautiful experience with humor too! 😜💕📚