Lets see if I can get back on track with my runes...
Today, Perth reversed, Isa, and Inguz graced my life.
Perth is a rune of change. It brings initiation, revealing a secret matter. In the reversed position, it indicates an opportunity to pause, contemplate your path, make any needed adjustments and forge ahead. Do what's right. That may be within the confines of law, social moral, personal moral, or spiritual guidance. The hardest thing is to do what you personally believe to be right even though it may run counter to the wishes or desires of others. At what point do you stop and reconsider your actions and revise? There is a fine line between compromise and holding firm. Timing is everything, my friend. For example, if you have done wrong or there is a skeleton rattling around waiting to get you into trouble, it is in your best interest and defense to "head 'em off at the pass" as it were. When you lead the discussion with the unsavory, you have as much control of the situation and reaction as you possibly can. If you leave the discussion for chance, believing that the right time will come (and that has happened SO many times), you give up any control you may have had over the situation. You deny yourself the ability to frame the discussion, to guide it down a path favorable to you. Unguided, that run-away will trample you and any hope you had of salvaging the situation. THAT, my friend, is why politicians have a stable full of SPIN! Needless to say, someone I knew didn't take control and it spun out of control with the end result of me exiting. Me feeling used and manipulated. As a result, I am gathering my life back around me, regrouping, making adjustments, and venturing down another path. Armed with new knowledge, which, quite frankly, I wish I never needed to know.
Isa follows suit. Isa is isolating and within isolation, fear can grow. I met my fear today and minimized it by enlisting the help of a friend. Never enter a situation which you are unsure of without weighing the risks. If the risk is too large, can you mitigate it with support at your back? If so, use that support. I did. I was attacked for it. Give me the same situation tomorrow, I would do it again. Always assess the risk, no matter the task.
Inguz is the rune of fertility and with fertility, comes renewal. Renew yourself, especially after a stressful event. Each choice we make is a chance to renew our lives. Escape the feelings of being used and manipulated. Look within, recognize yourself and listen to your Self and he/she describes the You as you can be.
Teiwaz is the task for tonight. I know where I am going to start. I am going to renew my meditations and clear away the blocks so I can begin again, refreshed. Tiw was embodied by every warrior before going into battle. A sign of courage, the brave went into action to create a path for others to follow. Courage is embodied by passion. It is something we all have for a project and another being. The trick is to find the right focus for our passion. If you feel lost as to where or how to focus your passion, have courage to ask your Self through meditation. You will be guided as the Sun was across the sky. It takes Courage to follow that path to your highest Passion. Tiw accompany you on your journey.
Thursday, December 29, 2011
Saturday, December 10, 2011
words of encouragement
I don't have any runic advice for today: the MIA wallet, lunar eclipse, and ceaseless travel have worn me out! I can't even blame it on a tasty distraction. Oh well.
I can, however, wish a faithful friend a new hairdresser (I loved the negativity post from Nancy, didn't you?) and a sincere wish the new requested meal is better than the last. If it returns to meatballs, I hope the return is a mutual love. If it returns to fried chicken, these things I wish: 1) it isn't a repeat dinor; 2) it has better sides (green beans or maux choux isn't too much to ask, is it?) and 3) if it is a repeat dinor, I hope it is in a 5-star restaurant which you own, decorated as only you can, and his date dumps it in his lap (especially after a big deal was made about the food temperature...).
Keep yer head up and meatballs in the freezer!
I can, however, wish a faithful friend a new hairdresser (I loved the negativity post from Nancy, didn't you?) and a sincere wish the new requested meal is better than the last. If it returns to meatballs, I hope the return is a mutual love. If it returns to fried chicken, these things I wish: 1) it isn't a repeat dinor; 2) it has better sides (green beans or maux choux isn't too much to ask, is it?) and 3) if it is a repeat dinor, I hope it is in a 5-star restaurant which you own, decorated as only you can, and his date dumps it in his lap (especially after a big deal was made about the food temperature...).
Keep yer head up and meatballs in the freezer!
Tuesday, October 4, 2011
4 October 2011
Ah, what a day!
So, I thought it was weird that I didn't draw something more... telling... after 0630 this morning. I was thinking Hagalaz or Nauthiz would have been more appropriate until I sat down to do my interpretation. Fehu reversed was actually appropriate. Fehu is the rune addressing our possessions. At times, we need to review our lives and the roles of possessions and relationships play within. Who would have seen the relationships which raise up to reveal themselves when you are watching people drive past you as you sit on the side of the road? Huh? Yes, at 0630 this morning my timing belt felt the need to travel through my engine compartment, wrecking havoc in its wake. As I waited for my knight, I was frustrated and amazed at the differences of the citizens in my current state and those of my home. How rude!! Then, after learning the fate of my faithful partner of 100k-plus miles, I went into a sister office and was blessed with a rare offer of help! I just need to make a decision in the morning of what direction I wish to travel.
Sowelu advised me to have compassion. I understand that each of us have a job to do and even though the impressions we gather aren't always accurate, we should remember to look past them. Instead, we should slow down and observe techniques presented to us and learn what we can. I would have liked to have one of my employees with me; however, I am not sure the lesson would have registered.
Algiz brings Mutual Trust. Trusting people to give advice when asked. Trusting in oneself to make the correct decision. Is 30k miles worth the 10k in cost? Its good to think on such decisions. The answer will come. The answer will come.
Dagaz is the task for tonight: purpose found in the new day, hope in the new life, and purpose found in all things. My answer will come. As will the answer to a variety of things I have questions and concerns about. It is all in timing found in purposeful hope. Purposeful hope. The key is hope with purpose.
So, I thought it was weird that I didn't draw something more... telling... after 0630 this morning. I was thinking Hagalaz or Nauthiz would have been more appropriate until I sat down to do my interpretation. Fehu reversed was actually appropriate. Fehu is the rune addressing our possessions. At times, we need to review our lives and the roles of possessions and relationships play within. Who would have seen the relationships which raise up to reveal themselves when you are watching people drive past you as you sit on the side of the road? Huh? Yes, at 0630 this morning my timing belt felt the need to travel through my engine compartment, wrecking havoc in its wake. As I waited for my knight, I was frustrated and amazed at the differences of the citizens in my current state and those of my home. How rude!! Then, after learning the fate of my faithful partner of 100k-plus miles, I went into a sister office and was blessed with a rare offer of help! I just need to make a decision in the morning of what direction I wish to travel.
Sowelu advised me to have compassion. I understand that each of us have a job to do and even though the impressions we gather aren't always accurate, we should remember to look past them. Instead, we should slow down and observe techniques presented to us and learn what we can. I would have liked to have one of my employees with me; however, I am not sure the lesson would have registered.
Algiz brings Mutual Trust. Trusting people to give advice when asked. Trusting in oneself to make the correct decision. Is 30k miles worth the 10k in cost? Its good to think on such decisions. The answer will come. The answer will come.
Dagaz is the task for tonight: purpose found in the new day, hope in the new life, and purpose found in all things. My answer will come. As will the answer to a variety of things I have questions and concerns about. It is all in timing found in purposeful hope. Purposeful hope. The key is hope with purpose.
Monday, August 29, 2011
29 August 2011
Kano, Algiz, and Hagalaz heralded in the day.
This combination says change is coming: fire, defense, and hail; how can things not roll?
Kano is fire which brings a light to ones life. The light allows a person to look within. That look should encompass the present, the past, and the future. The present is how you are living in the now. Now is influenced by the past. Are you living in the past? Are you learning from the past? Are you ignoring the lessons from the past? How is your past influencing your Now? The present and the past combine to influence the future. The future is influenced by our attitude, our beliefs about ourselves and what we deserve in our lives, and our past experiences.
Algiz reminds us to create and maintain boundaries. Boundaries are important to protect ourselves yet they should not be so solid as to keep everyone, everything, and every experience out. Let things in, you never know what good will come from it.
Hagalaz brings challenges within our relationships. The challenge of maintaining current ones and the challenge of exploring other relationships. New friendships are always enrich our lives. The surprise of the day was when a co-worker walked into my office and sat and chatted for a few minutes. Why was this a surprise? Because when one is shy and reserved, you are torn between thinking its you and you aren't liked or the other is very shy and reserved. Message is don't assume until you know.
Ansuz is the task for tonight. Signals, Guilt, and Communication. The three runes of the day may indicate there is a need to listen the signals the self is sending, realizing there is guilt because the self has been ignored, and renewal because there is a realization that even though the self has not been communicated with, there is time to start anew. Communicate with the self to see what it tells you. When the self is heard, the Self feels more comfort in communicating as well. Its the Self that has the most to share. Listen and talk.
This combination says change is coming: fire, defense, and hail; how can things not roll?
Kano is fire which brings a light to ones life. The light allows a person to look within. That look should encompass the present, the past, and the future. The present is how you are living in the now. Now is influenced by the past. Are you living in the past? Are you learning from the past? Are you ignoring the lessons from the past? How is your past influencing your Now? The present and the past combine to influence the future. The future is influenced by our attitude, our beliefs about ourselves and what we deserve in our lives, and our past experiences.
Algiz reminds us to create and maintain boundaries. Boundaries are important to protect ourselves yet they should not be so solid as to keep everyone, everything, and every experience out. Let things in, you never know what good will come from it.
Hagalaz brings challenges within our relationships. The challenge of maintaining current ones and the challenge of exploring other relationships. New friendships are always enrich our lives. The surprise of the day was when a co-worker walked into my office and sat and chatted for a few minutes. Why was this a surprise? Because when one is shy and reserved, you are torn between thinking its you and you aren't liked or the other is very shy and reserved. Message is don't assume until you know.
Ansuz is the task for tonight. Signals, Guilt, and Communication. The three runes of the day may indicate there is a need to listen the signals the self is sending, realizing there is guilt because the self has been ignored, and renewal because there is a realization that even though the self has not been communicated with, there is time to start anew. Communicate with the self to see what it tells you. When the self is heard, the Self feels more comfort in communicating as well. Its the Self that has the most to share. Listen and talk.
Saturday, August 27, 2011
27 August 2011
Ehwaz, Odin, and Isa offered pointers for the day.
Ehwaz brings movement. Movement came from several arenas today. Painting, hosting, working, and maintaining were all different movements. I worked on some paintings, worked the gallery, hosted dinner, and maintained a sense of balance through my environment. Making progress in my life.
Odin is the mystery of all things. At times, your health can throw curve balls at you through relationships with your self of with others. Look for the unusual, the mystery. Appreciate each person who comes into your life regardless of the length.
Isa is cause for reflection. I took the opportunity to look back upon life and my art training. It didn't help that my paints decided they needed to host some mold species. Why some of them grew and others did not, I have no idea!
Inguz is the task for tonight. Fertility, Faith, and Renewal. I live a fertile life. I have faith in my abilities and those around me. I believe my relationships with my self and others are in perpetual renewal. I am blessed.
Ehwaz brings movement. Movement came from several arenas today. Painting, hosting, working, and maintaining were all different movements. I worked on some paintings, worked the gallery, hosted dinner, and maintained a sense of balance through my environment. Making progress in my life.
Odin is the mystery of all things. At times, your health can throw curve balls at you through relationships with your self of with others. Look for the unusual, the mystery. Appreciate each person who comes into your life regardless of the length.
Isa is cause for reflection. I took the opportunity to look back upon life and my art training. It didn't help that my paints decided they needed to host some mold species. Why some of them grew and others did not, I have no idea!
Inguz is the task for tonight. Fertility, Faith, and Renewal. I live a fertile life. I have faith in my abilities and those around me. I believe my relationships with my self and others are in perpetual renewal. I am blessed.
Sunday, August 21, 2011
21 August 2011
Thurisa, Isa, and Othila provided guidance for the day.
Thurisa personifies Thor and advises caution. Thor was a great warrior and had a hammer as his weapon. A hammer, much like the atlatl, requires skill and patience before throwing or the effort is lost as the aim is missed. Pause in your actions to consider your endeavors. Are your motivations true? Is there a different path you should consider? Are you ready to take the steps you are currently taking?
Isa, representing Isis, cautions isolation and to consider fear. What do you fear? Is it being alone? Is it failing? Is it succeeding? What are you fearing? Recognize it, address it, and turn the fear into something else.
Othila is family and home. Make contact with family. Consider your home. Make choices accordingly.
Dagaz is my project for tonight. A breakthrough, day, hope, and purpose. I have a purpose in life, I have hope, and with that hope and purpose, a new day will dawn.
Thurisa personifies Thor and advises caution. Thor was a great warrior and had a hammer as his weapon. A hammer, much like the atlatl, requires skill and patience before throwing or the effort is lost as the aim is missed. Pause in your actions to consider your endeavors. Are your motivations true? Is there a different path you should consider? Are you ready to take the steps you are currently taking?
Isa, representing Isis, cautions isolation and to consider fear. What do you fear? Is it being alone? Is it failing? Is it succeeding? What are you fearing? Recognize it, address it, and turn the fear into something else.
Othila is family and home. Make contact with family. Consider your home. Make choices accordingly.
Dagaz is my project for tonight. A breakthrough, day, hope, and purpose. I have a purpose in life, I have hope, and with that hope and purpose, a new day will dawn.
Wednesday, August 17, 2011
17 August 2011
Eihwaz, Fehu, and Sowelu provided insight for the day.
Eihwaz indicates I am not out of the woods yet, I still need to defend the home front. Carry on!
Fehu advises honesty. Be honest with all, especially yourself. Ask questions first before offering opinions as the more information you have the better to keep yourself outa hot water. Is there a reason for things unfolding the way they have? Be honest.
Sowelu uses the sun's power to heal. Heal yourself before healing others. There is a point when you can heal others before being completely healed yourself, yet, there is also time to pause prior to healing others and focusing inward because you lack the abilities to act externally.
Jera advises patience and perseverance to see the harvest through. Expand your abilities, your knowledge, your power. As you expand yourself, your world expands with you as well.
Eihwaz indicates I am not out of the woods yet, I still need to defend the home front. Carry on!
Fehu advises honesty. Be honest with all, especially yourself. Ask questions first before offering opinions as the more information you have the better to keep yourself outa hot water. Is there a reason for things unfolding the way they have? Be honest.
Sowelu uses the sun's power to heal. Heal yourself before healing others. There is a point when you can heal others before being completely healed yourself, yet, there is also time to pause prior to healing others and focusing inward because you lack the abilities to act externally.
Jera advises patience and perseverance to see the harvest through. Expand your abilities, your knowledge, your power. As you expand yourself, your world expands with you as well.
Words to Digest... to mull... to chew... to think... and think...
Your subconcious mind is in charge.
Getting thinking doesn't get you anything. Having thinking does.
Do you want something bad enough you are willing to change your world to get it? Can you cross that line?
The inside is reflected in life on the outside.
Nothing will outgrow your personal growth.
Getting thinking doesn't get you anything. Having thinking does.
Do you want something bad enough you are willing to change your world to get it? Can you cross that line?
The inside is reflected in life on the outside.
Nothing will outgrow your personal growth.
Tuesday, August 16, 2011
16 August 2011
Eihwaz, Mannaz, and Algiz provided advice for the day.
Eihwaz advises a defense. Defend the body, the spirit, the soul, the heart, the life. Look within, identify one's needs. Are they slowing me down? Are they encouraging my life?
Mannaz is innocence. There is something completely innocent about looking within to your strengths and weaknesses by identifying your needs and how they interact within your life. How do you meet these needs? What sort of person are you when you have met them and when you have not met your needs? What is innocent about this? Asking yourself questions you haven't considered before and registering your reaction. Its a surprise, therefore, innocent, because you haven't predicted the responses.
Algiz is registering warning and Mutual Trust is a defense system as well. Who do you trust? Why? Do you trust yourself? If not, you should as that is the person when all are gone is the only one left.
Odin is the task for tonight. Something is changing. Evolving. As I look within, I am better able to change in response. I am entering a new life tomorrow!
Eihwaz advises a defense. Defend the body, the spirit, the soul, the heart, the life. Look within, identify one's needs. Are they slowing me down? Are they encouraging my life?
Mannaz is innocence. There is something completely innocent about looking within to your strengths and weaknesses by identifying your needs and how they interact within your life. How do you meet these needs? What sort of person are you when you have met them and when you have not met your needs? What is innocent about this? Asking yourself questions you haven't considered before and registering your reaction. Its a surprise, therefore, innocent, because you haven't predicted the responses.
Algiz is registering warning and Mutual Trust is a defense system as well. Who do you trust? Why? Do you trust yourself? If not, you should as that is the person when all are gone is the only one left.
Odin is the task for tonight. Something is changing. Evolving. As I look within, I am better able to change in response. I am entering a new life tomorrow!
Monday, August 15, 2011
15 August 2011
Wow, can you believe August is half over!?!?! Jera, Othila, and Ansuz pointed the direction for the day.
Jera signifies a full cycle, a harvest, a period of time. Anything you are committed to doing, take care, nourish it, for then it will progress, develop, and grow into the result you want. What stands in your way? Have you taken steps to remove the obstacle? Is the obstacle timely for your development or does it need to be postponed for another time and place? Not all things are appropriate for our development at this time.
Othila embodies family and an integral part of family is grief. Is there something you need to grieve for? Is there someone whom needs help with his/her grief? Grief is a very personal thing and will be dealt with when the time comes or is right.
Ansuz brings messages and messages are delivered through communication. I received several communications today. One I am not sure what to do with, time will tell. The other was a nice addition to my day. I wrote a set of instructions for a vendor today, as well. Quite a challenge for a Monday! I am also learning the channels for my job. They are different than the old. I wonder if it has to do with the age of the two? One is about 40 yrs older and has been in the fore for a bit longer. The other, is younger and has been in the shadows, to some extent. Something to think about.
Sowelu is the task for tomorrow. The sun brings the coming day, a new start, a new chance at a wholeness. A fresh perspective, a new sense of worth. The tears of yesterday are gone, a clean slate, a fresh dawning. Rather cliche', yet, there is a reason for the cliche's. Let a new day, begin!
Jera signifies a full cycle, a harvest, a period of time. Anything you are committed to doing, take care, nourish it, for then it will progress, develop, and grow into the result you want. What stands in your way? Have you taken steps to remove the obstacle? Is the obstacle timely for your development or does it need to be postponed for another time and place? Not all things are appropriate for our development at this time.
Othila embodies family and an integral part of family is grief. Is there something you need to grieve for? Is there someone whom needs help with his/her grief? Grief is a very personal thing and will be dealt with when the time comes or is right.
Ansuz brings messages and messages are delivered through communication. I received several communications today. One I am not sure what to do with, time will tell. The other was a nice addition to my day. I wrote a set of instructions for a vendor today, as well. Quite a challenge for a Monday! I am also learning the channels for my job. They are different than the old. I wonder if it has to do with the age of the two? One is about 40 yrs older and has been in the fore for a bit longer. The other, is younger and has been in the shadows, to some extent. Something to think about.
Sowelu is the task for tomorrow. The sun brings the coming day, a new start, a new chance at a wholeness. A fresh perspective, a new sense of worth. The tears of yesterday are gone, a clean slate, a fresh dawning. Rather cliche', yet, there is a reason for the cliche's. Let a new day, begin!
Sunday, August 14, 2011
14 August 2011
Isa, Wunjo, and Sowelu brought on the day.
Isa advises to go within and reflect. Inner guidance advises a standstill before progressing. Take this time to gather energy before stepping off.
Wunjo brings serenity to the day. The last day of a relaxing weekend. I spent it with a friend at the family home. Oddest thing, spending a weekend with someone whom you barely know yet being welcomed into a strange a foreign setting. The day was productive, I finished a book and started another.
Sowelu brings healing to oneself. Healing may come from without or from within. The healing from within is much more timely and appropriate than from without. The mind and body are wonderful tools for healing.
Perth reversed visits again. Gather my energy, care for myself, and look at the associations and whom I let in. Tomorrow is a new day, a new life.
Isa advises to go within and reflect. Inner guidance advises a standstill before progressing. Take this time to gather energy before stepping off.
Wunjo brings serenity to the day. The last day of a relaxing weekend. I spent it with a friend at the family home. Oddest thing, spending a weekend with someone whom you barely know yet being welcomed into a strange a foreign setting. The day was productive, I finished a book and started another.
Sowelu brings healing to oneself. Healing may come from without or from within. The healing from within is much more timely and appropriate than from without. The mind and body are wonderful tools for healing.
Perth reversed visits again. Gather my energy, care for myself, and look at the associations and whom I let in. Tomorrow is a new day, a new life.
13 August 2011
Eihwaz, Ansuz, Kano, and Dagaz provided input for the day.
Eihwaz recommends defense. Defense from yourself, defense from others.
Ansuz addresses guilt. My guilt of the day was the observations and opinions I made of others. Instead of feeling threatened by a plastic human and all her improvements, perhaps I should wonder why she feels so insecure that she has to be worked over. Then again, perhaps that is her personality. But is it truly a personality trait to make permanent changes to fit someone else's ideal?
Kano brings inner peace and Dagaz bring perseverance. Strive to create inner peace. That is all one is left with at the end of the day, at the end of life: were you at peace with yourself?? Inner Peace is required to find happiness. Nothing more, nothing less. Yet, the most difficult task of all, finding inner peace.
The rune for the night is Perth reversed. The old has come to an end. Gather strengths and focus upon the Self and self and taking steps to a new life. Love oneself as no one else will unless you do. All others in. Closing the door to others closes the door to yourself.
Eihwaz recommends defense. Defense from yourself, defense from others.
Ansuz addresses guilt. My guilt of the day was the observations and opinions I made of others. Instead of feeling threatened by a plastic human and all her improvements, perhaps I should wonder why she feels so insecure that she has to be worked over. Then again, perhaps that is her personality. But is it truly a personality trait to make permanent changes to fit someone else's ideal?
Kano brings inner peace and Dagaz bring perseverance. Strive to create inner peace. That is all one is left with at the end of the day, at the end of life: were you at peace with yourself?? Inner Peace is required to find happiness. Nothing more, nothing less. Yet, the most difficult task of all, finding inner peace.
The rune for the night is Perth reversed. The old has come to an end. Gather strengths and focus upon the Self and self and taking steps to a new life. Love oneself as no one else will unless you do. All others in. Closing the door to others closes the door to yourself.
Friday, August 12, 2011
12 August 2011
This morning's selections brought some perspective and happiness to the day: Jera, Ansuz, and Inguz.
Jera addresses a season of harvest. A coming of age, if you will. I spent the day with a friend and enjoyed it quite a bit. I was surprised at the hospitality.
Ansuz encourages me to address guilt. I'm taking steps that I am questioning. Am I making assumptions which are in error? If so, are my choices correctable and when do they become uncorrectable? Lots of things to think about, which leads into the third rune of the day.
Inguz pauses for reflection. One of the people I enjoyed dinner with tonight reminds me of someone from my past. How do you adjust to that without making an ass of one's self? I quietly put my unease aside.
Uruz reversed is tonight's task. I need to look within, be grateful for the lessons learned, and support my own life. A worthy challenge for anyone!
Jera addresses a season of harvest. A coming of age, if you will. I spent the day with a friend and enjoyed it quite a bit. I was surprised at the hospitality.
Ansuz encourages me to address guilt. I'm taking steps that I am questioning. Am I making assumptions which are in error? If so, are my choices correctable and when do they become uncorrectable? Lots of things to think about, which leads into the third rune of the day.
Inguz pauses for reflection. One of the people I enjoyed dinner with tonight reminds me of someone from my past. How do you adjust to that without making an ass of one's self? I quietly put my unease aside.
Uruz reversed is tonight's task. I need to look within, be grateful for the lessons learned, and support my own life. A worthy challenge for anyone!
11 August 2011
Algiz, ehwaz, and mannaz kept the day in perspective.
Algiz reminded me to protect myself. Why actively look for trouble when it is more than willing to walk in the door on its own?
Ehwaz reminds to practice forgiveness. Forgive those who don't understand policy and may not have the perspective to do so. You travel in your own shoes, not those of others.
Mannaz advocates loving kindness. Its as simple as that yet never quite as simple as it should be.
Odin rounded out the day. There is mystery in all things. Enjoy and ignore the need to ask "why."
Algiz reminded me to protect myself. Why actively look for trouble when it is more than willing to walk in the door on its own?
Ehwaz reminds to practice forgiveness. Forgive those who don't understand policy and may not have the perspective to do so. You travel in your own shoes, not those of others.
Mannaz advocates loving kindness. Its as simple as that yet never quite as simple as it should be.
Odin rounded out the day. There is mystery in all things. Enjoy and ignore the need to ask "why."
Sunday, August 7, 2011
7 August 2011
Gebo, Algiz, and Wunjo were the runes for today. I wonder how and why a day can be like today with the runes I drew? These all indicate a good day, a nice day, a happy day. It just wasn't. I suppose it wasn't sooo bad, considering...
Gabo is the rune of gifts and partnerships. I talked to my mom today and she was kind enough to be a sounding board for meal planning for the next couple days. I know we have come a long way in food preparation and preservation, but, not far enough in my world.
Algiz advocates establishing and maintaining boundaries. There are questions I have about boundaries. Some of them stem from interactions I had with a cousin yesterday and others stem from someone else. We establish boundaries to protect ourselves. Yet, part of interacting with other people, in particular those close to us, require us to make holes in boundaries so others can get in and get close. One of the most difficult things is to know when and with whom to let boundaries down for. I am getting better at gaging that. What I still suck at is recognizing if the person or people I am letting in are willing to return the jester or not. Interesting question, one which I will ponder for quite some time, I am sure.
Wunjo brings celebration. What and with whom? Do we need others to celebrate with or is it just a joyous to celebrate alone? Do you look at what you have experienced and learned up to this point, celebrate the survival and move on? Are there many types of celebrations? What did I learn? What part of me did I share? Was it appreciated? Was it needed?
Ehwaz reversed is the task for tonight. Movement that blocks. Forgiveness. Letting go. Definitely something I need to consider and take steps to accomplish. See where this takes me.
Gabo is the rune of gifts and partnerships. I talked to my mom today and she was kind enough to be a sounding board for meal planning for the next couple days. I know we have come a long way in food preparation and preservation, but, not far enough in my world.
Algiz advocates establishing and maintaining boundaries. There are questions I have about boundaries. Some of them stem from interactions I had with a cousin yesterday and others stem from someone else. We establish boundaries to protect ourselves. Yet, part of interacting with other people, in particular those close to us, require us to make holes in boundaries so others can get in and get close. One of the most difficult things is to know when and with whom to let boundaries down for. I am getting better at gaging that. What I still suck at is recognizing if the person or people I am letting in are willing to return the jester or not. Interesting question, one which I will ponder for quite some time, I am sure.
Wunjo brings celebration. What and with whom? Do we need others to celebrate with or is it just a joyous to celebrate alone? Do you look at what you have experienced and learned up to this point, celebrate the survival and move on? Are there many types of celebrations? What did I learn? What part of me did I share? Was it appreciated? Was it needed?
Ehwaz reversed is the task for tonight. Movement that blocks. Forgiveness. Letting go. Definitely something I need to consider and take steps to accomplish. See where this takes me.
Thursday, August 4, 2011
Vacuums
A statement keeps coming to me, time and time again. Nature abhors a vacuum. This is most evident stream-side. Change is rapid in a riparian area as the water moves soil and rocks around making places for vegetation and trees to grab a foothold to bring stability to the situation.
Life balance charts are a reflection of the same process. I started the process of change a couple years ago. Longer than that, when I look at all the things I have tried to change over the years. Relationship and job status are most evident then and today. What I haven't figured out yet is when you make a change in the balance sheet and then a corresponding change is made in response, how do you know if that change is for the better or worse? How do you know the response is for the better or worse? Time and perspective are on your side. That and faith in the process and Self are all that really matter.
Embrace the change!
Life balance charts are a reflection of the same process. I started the process of change a couple years ago. Longer than that, when I look at all the things I have tried to change over the years. Relationship and job status are most evident then and today. What I haven't figured out yet is when you make a change in the balance sheet and then a corresponding change is made in response, how do you know if that change is for the better or worse? How do you know the response is for the better or worse? Time and perspective are on your side. That and faith in the process and Self are all that really matter.
Embrace the change!
4 August 2011
Thurisa reversed heralded accelerated change and a reminder to pause before jumping in head first. Ever wonder why that is a good idea? Irrational activities can really mess things up! Slow down, breathe, reflect, and then dive when you are sure diving is a good thing.
Hagalaz brought some anger into my day. I am angry at myself and at someone else. I can do something about my anger directed at both. Be proactive with one and dissolve the other to move on with life. I am responsible for my actions and reactions. That is all. I lack the ability to directly impact the actions of others as they are theirs, not mine. Evaluate the situation. Accept the things I cannot change. Forgive the actions of others. Remember the lessons I need. Celebrate the time and energy I put into the situation. Bless it and move on to the next great thing.
Gebo brings commitment. What am I committing to? The job? Yes. Focus upon the tasks and complete them in a timely manner as they need to be done. My friends and family? Yes. I have even called for help from a few. They have been awesome and come through for me. Even one whom I haven't seen in three years! My self and Self? Yes, yet these are the hardest to truly commit to because when one commits to oneself, it is easy to break that commitment because no one will be there to be upset with you when you do. Its a shame, really. I commit to creating a life balance and to pursuing my goals.
Thurisa reminds me I am still not quite ready to cross that threshold. I have some work to do, contemplation, wisdom to gain, and compromise to make. Perhaps I need to re-evaluation at decision I made. Then again, perhaps not.
Hagalaz brought some anger into my day. I am angry at myself and at someone else. I can do something about my anger directed at both. Be proactive with one and dissolve the other to move on with life. I am responsible for my actions and reactions. That is all. I lack the ability to directly impact the actions of others as they are theirs, not mine. Evaluate the situation. Accept the things I cannot change. Forgive the actions of others. Remember the lessons I need. Celebrate the time and energy I put into the situation. Bless it and move on to the next great thing.
Gebo brings commitment. What am I committing to? The job? Yes. Focus upon the tasks and complete them in a timely manner as they need to be done. My friends and family? Yes. I have even called for help from a few. They have been awesome and come through for me. Even one whom I haven't seen in three years! My self and Self? Yes, yet these are the hardest to truly commit to because when one commits to oneself, it is easy to break that commitment because no one will be there to be upset with you when you do. Its a shame, really. I commit to creating a life balance and to pursuing my goals.
Thurisa reminds me I am still not quite ready to cross that threshold. I have some work to do, contemplation, wisdom to gain, and compromise to make. Perhaps I need to re-evaluation at decision I made. Then again, perhaps not.
Thursday, July 28, 2011
28 July 2011
When you draw Hagalaz the first thing, you can't help but wonder how bad your day will be. It was bound to look up when I brought wisdom into my day by drawing Thurisa. Odin binds them together with mystery.
Hagalaz warned me my day would not go smoothly. Disruption doesn't always mean something will be negative. The change may be gradual or abrupt. I had a variety of tasks I wanted to get done today. I knew they would be a challenge, yet they were my check list. I did pretty well, I got two of the biggies done! The phone rang, people came in and out, and true to the rune, it wasn't smooth.
Wisdom was evident in my writing for the day. I did pretty well keeping sarcasm out of my writings, which were addressed to a group who are contrary. Its like telling a fly why you appreciate its presence...
Then the mystery enters in to bind life to its elements. Planning for next week. Coaching an employee. Consulting a co-worker for help. Many things to do......
Berkana is the task for tonight. Disruption fosters growth. Look at growth, it is a change after all. How radical the change depends on the stage of growth... We must be willing to ask for help when we exprience growth so we can gain as much from our growth as we can. Passion for who we are and what we do can make all the difference.
Hagalaz warned me my day would not go smoothly. Disruption doesn't always mean something will be negative. The change may be gradual or abrupt. I had a variety of tasks I wanted to get done today. I knew they would be a challenge, yet they were my check list. I did pretty well, I got two of the biggies done! The phone rang, people came in and out, and true to the rune, it wasn't smooth.
Wisdom was evident in my writing for the day. I did pretty well keeping sarcasm out of my writings, which were addressed to a group who are contrary. Its like telling a fly why you appreciate its presence...
Then the mystery enters in to bind life to its elements. Planning for next week. Coaching an employee. Consulting a co-worker for help. Many things to do......
Berkana is the task for tonight. Disruption fosters growth. Look at growth, it is a change after all. How radical the change depends on the stage of growth... We must be willing to ask for help when we exprience growth so we can gain as much from our growth as we can. Passion for who we are and what we do can make all the difference.
Tuesday, July 26, 2011
26 July 2011
My draws this morning felt like a major arcana draw in tarot. Strange. They were Inguz, Gebo, and Kano.
Inguz brings fertility, representing Ing. I spent the day with two co-workers and a customer. It was great to establish a firmer relationship with all involved. Rapport, trust, relationship, resources.
Gebo brings gifts one of which is trust. Communication builds rapport. Rapport creates trust...
Kano brings inner peace when it focuses upon relationships. Look within. What makes you happy? Where do you go to find peace: within? without? a place of strong medicine? where? Remember to feed your inner peace.
Kano reversed reminds me to work upon myself. My progress is reflected in my external world. In turn, the worlds of those around me are impacted as well. It is a revolving circle. It never ends.
Inguz brings fertility, representing Ing. I spent the day with two co-workers and a customer. It was great to establish a firmer relationship with all involved. Rapport, trust, relationship, resources.
Gebo brings gifts one of which is trust. Communication builds rapport. Rapport creates trust...
Kano brings inner peace when it focuses upon relationships. Look within. What makes you happy? Where do you go to find peace: within? without? a place of strong medicine? where? Remember to feed your inner peace.
Kano reversed reminds me to work upon myself. My progress is reflected in my external world. In turn, the worlds of those around me are impacted as well. It is a revolving circle. It never ends.
Monday, July 25, 2011
25 July 2011
My draws for today included Othila and Raido.
Othila encompasses the family. Many aspects of family and its associated inheritance intertwine with each other, weaving in and out. Family requires an honesty. Family also incorporates grief. I have discovered supervision is similar to being a parent. I have a family of co-workers whom I work with yet do not supervise. One asked me to assist in a field visit. Because of the co-working status, I needed to restrict my involvement as I had no standing, just that as an expert witness, if you will. The honesty and respect of family to keep my role secondary. Grief in that my co-worker is at a loss for advice and guidance.
Raido brings harmony. Harmony in an enjoyable day. Harmony in a relaxing day. Harmony in life in general.
Jera is the task for tonight. A period of time, a harvest, must pass before completion can take place. Because today was spent in focus on my knowledge, advice, and enhancement of my supervision abilities, I know the growing season has not finished yet. I am three months away from harvest. I know I am on the path to success. I do not know the ultimate end to my project. I am making progress, that is all I need to know, at this point.
Othila encompasses the family. Many aspects of family and its associated inheritance intertwine with each other, weaving in and out. Family requires an honesty. Family also incorporates grief. I have discovered supervision is similar to being a parent. I have a family of co-workers whom I work with yet do not supervise. One asked me to assist in a field visit. Because of the co-working status, I needed to restrict my involvement as I had no standing, just that as an expert witness, if you will. The honesty and respect of family to keep my role secondary. Grief in that my co-worker is at a loss for advice and guidance.
Raido brings harmony. Harmony in an enjoyable day. Harmony in a relaxing day. Harmony in life in general.
Jera is the task for tonight. A period of time, a harvest, must pass before completion can take place. Because today was spent in focus on my knowledge, advice, and enhancement of my supervision abilities, I know the growing season has not finished yet. I am three months away from harvest. I know I am on the path to success. I do not know the ultimate end to my project. I am making progress, that is all I need to know, at this point.
Thursday, July 21, 2011
21 July 2011
Today's runes were Ansuz, Isa, and Mannaz.
Ansuz brings messages. Listen to the messages. Listen to the silent messages.
Isa, in its isolation, reminds us to address our fears. Are we afraid of stepping forward? Are we afraid of rejection? Are we afraid of acceptance? What are your fears? What can you do to address them, minimize them, embrace them and then release them into the world?
Mannaz needs loving kindness. Love yourself. Once you love you, all others follow.
Othila is the task tonight for tomorrow. Othila addresses our inheritance. Inheritance is family and home. Are you building a home or a family? Part of family comes grief. Let the dead die a peaceful death. Replace the death with life. Let life live. LIVE!
Ansuz brings messages. Listen to the messages. Listen to the silent messages.
Isa, in its isolation, reminds us to address our fears. Are we afraid of stepping forward? Are we afraid of rejection? Are we afraid of acceptance? What are your fears? What can you do to address them, minimize them, embrace them and then release them into the world?
Mannaz needs loving kindness. Love yourself. Once you love you, all others follow.
Othila is the task tonight for tomorrow. Othila addresses our inheritance. Inheritance is family and home. Are you building a home or a family? Part of family comes grief. Let the dead die a peaceful death. Replace the death with life. Let life live. LIVE!
Tuesday, July 19, 2011
19 July 2011
Isa, Wunjo, and Fehu guided my actions today.
Isa represents Issis and the self. When the self is drawn, an indication is present to distance oneself from others to focus upon the self. There are times when we need to withdraw and reserve our energies. I was able to spend the day focusing on items I needed to get done without the distraction of my employees. I also participated in a class which is much like yoga and meditation. A reminder to look within for signals to progress. Ask the Self. Answers are within.
Wunjo, joy, brings serenity. Are there things in your life requesting your attention? Needing a tweak? Needing to be placed upon the back burner so other areas can attract your attention?
Fehu represents things, assets, in your life. They are as abundant as you want them to be. Ask, believe, receive. The asking is important. The desire must be phrased in a positive manner. Belief is important. Use your brain to your advantage. As you believe in the things you ask for, you will receive them. Frame the question correctly, you will succeed.
Dagaz brings the light of day into an aspect of life that has been in the dark. The coming of a new day. Recognizing what changes need to happen or learning how positive actions in my life can impact the lives of those around me can create a fundamental shift. Judging others gets me no where, especially when I am unaware of their lives and circumstances. Is it the truth? Whose story is it? Changes are mine to make. Change is my choice to make. Positive changes are the best option.
Isa represents Issis and the self. When the self is drawn, an indication is present to distance oneself from others to focus upon the self. There are times when we need to withdraw and reserve our energies. I was able to spend the day focusing on items I needed to get done without the distraction of my employees. I also participated in a class which is much like yoga and meditation. A reminder to look within for signals to progress. Ask the Self. Answers are within.
Wunjo, joy, brings serenity. Are there things in your life requesting your attention? Needing a tweak? Needing to be placed upon the back burner so other areas can attract your attention?
Fehu represents things, assets, in your life. They are as abundant as you want them to be. Ask, believe, receive. The asking is important. The desire must be phrased in a positive manner. Belief is important. Use your brain to your advantage. As you believe in the things you ask for, you will receive them. Frame the question correctly, you will succeed.
Dagaz brings the light of day into an aspect of life that has been in the dark. The coming of a new day. Recognizing what changes need to happen or learning how positive actions in my life can impact the lives of those around me can create a fundamental shift. Judging others gets me no where, especially when I am unaware of their lives and circumstances. Is it the truth? Whose story is it? Changes are mine to make. Change is my choice to make. Positive changes are the best option.
Dominoes...
Each action has an equal reaction. Why aren't we taught that when it comes to our lives and our actions? Each of our lives contains many aspects which interact with each other in tandem, much like a jigsaw puzzle. Each life intersects with another life. When action is taken in one life to improve an area of that life, another life is changed. At what point in history did we internalize ourselves to take the herd out of the equation? Once the herd was removed, we became singular. By becoming singular, we forget to share our lives with others. Oh, we may get married and make the pretense of sharing our lives with our mate, are we really playing an active roll in that? Consider the divorce rates. Consider the fights we have with people within our lives. Consider the activities within Government. Do you really think our leaders would be behaving the way they are if they were fully conscious of the impact their actions and statements had upon the world around them? Would bullies be as vicious to their victims?
Instead, picture a world where you can focus thoughts and energy and project them towards someone else to help create a better day. As you change your life, your frequency changes. Frequencies are energy waves and like radio waves and light waves, they travel. As I focus on my life to open myself to gifts from around me, the energy changes and flows out to intersect others. As the waves intersect another being, that being's energy changes. If you could channel that energy, how would you use that energy? If you could channel your energy to change someone else's day, would you? Even a random person who passed you on the street? On the road?
Our actions create a domino reaction. How will you impact your world: positive or negative?
Instead, picture a world where you can focus thoughts and energy and project them towards someone else to help create a better day. As you change your life, your frequency changes. Frequencies are energy waves and like radio waves and light waves, they travel. As I focus on my life to open myself to gifts from around me, the energy changes and flows out to intersect others. As the waves intersect another being, that being's energy changes. If you could channel that energy, how would you use that energy? If you could channel your energy to change someone else's day, would you? Even a random person who passed you on the street? On the road?
Our actions create a domino reaction. How will you impact your world: positive or negative?
Wednesday, July 13, 2011
13 July 2011
Uruz, Berkana, and Raido brought today.
Uruz reversed cautions to look within for blocks to using our strength. Refrain from over-reaching. Refrain from focusing on our actions too much as others and their actions impact our strength as well. I want to say that I earned a bigger rawel on my spurs yet the cause for me to think that also reminds me to pause as my success hinges on that person's actions and those actions are falling short of the goal. So, can I really put a bigger rawel on my spurs? Not yet.
Berkana reminds me I am not alone. There is always help. Help may come from the people around me; within; or above. Rapport is important when building trust. Trust is the foundation of a relationship. Relationships provide resources. It is the resource which will help me, eventually.
Raido brings harmony to ones life. Harmony is never a constant within a life. It can be, if actions are taken to moderate emotions. When the ebb and flow of emotions are regulated to reduce the spikes and plunges, harmony is easier to maintain. An excellent skill to strive for. I have neglected my chakras and that was reflected back at me today. Back on track!
Jera reminds that a growing season needs to be waited out before the harvest. Patience to wait. Perseverance to take the time and energy to invest in the item/task/person we are hoping will evolve into the vision we have. Wait on the will of heaven.
Uruz reversed cautions to look within for blocks to using our strength. Refrain from over-reaching. Refrain from focusing on our actions too much as others and their actions impact our strength as well. I want to say that I earned a bigger rawel on my spurs yet the cause for me to think that also reminds me to pause as my success hinges on that person's actions and those actions are falling short of the goal. So, can I really put a bigger rawel on my spurs? Not yet.
Berkana reminds me I am not alone. There is always help. Help may come from the people around me; within; or above. Rapport is important when building trust. Trust is the foundation of a relationship. Relationships provide resources. It is the resource which will help me, eventually.
Raido brings harmony to ones life. Harmony is never a constant within a life. It can be, if actions are taken to moderate emotions. When the ebb and flow of emotions are regulated to reduce the spikes and plunges, harmony is easier to maintain. An excellent skill to strive for. I have neglected my chakras and that was reflected back at me today. Back on track!
Jera reminds that a growing season needs to be waited out before the harvest. Patience to wait. Perseverance to take the time and energy to invest in the item/task/person we are hoping will evolve into the vision we have. Wait on the will of heaven.
Tuesday, July 12, 2011
12 July 2011
Isa, Kano, and Gebo offered advice for the day.
Isa appears as an I and reminds you to look to your self. Taking care of yourself may require you to pause and consider your actions prior to taking them. You do not need to be in a doorway to take the time to pause. The need to pause may strike you mid-stride as you are focused upon a goal and taking steps towards that goal. Listen to your body, listen to the little guide within, listen to whatever cues are telling you to slow, look around, reflect, and consider where you have come, how you got to where you are, and what you may need to do to continue on your path. Do you need to reschedule an appointment? Do you need to reflect upon the lessons you have learned so you can use those tools to help someone else? Slow, look around, consider your options, look to those options to see if you need to choose a couple changes prior to taking your next step. Step.
Kano is fire and brings acceptance. Change the things you can, accept the things you cannot, and work at knowing the difference. What are you tolerating? Of those things, what can you change? Are there things requiring your attention yet require you to make adjustments to yourself before you act? Accepting the need to make changes prior to taking that step is important. Changes to Self and self can make the being a stronger force. Use the time to build that strength.
Gebo is a gift-giving force which reminds you to commit to the relationship. Commit to the changes you are embarking upon. Commit to providing the guidance and tools to others, as needed. Even as you commit to something or someone, remember you can only do so much. The other being needs to make a commitment, as well.
Othila encompasses family. Inheritance, grief, and home are all aspects of this rune. As you build your home, you bring experiences, people, and resources from previous homes and lives with you. Part of your past must be released to make way for the new. Likewise, the people you bring with you may not have the same skill sets, needs, abilities, and other traits that may not fit with what you envisioned. As you realize this, it is important to not grieve over these characteristics as they are unique to each of us and are appropriate for each person's development even though they may not reflect our lives. Can you help by using the tools you have inherited through skill and experience? Your choices build your family and home. Choose wisely...
Isa appears as an I and reminds you to look to your self. Taking care of yourself may require you to pause and consider your actions prior to taking them. You do not need to be in a doorway to take the time to pause. The need to pause may strike you mid-stride as you are focused upon a goal and taking steps towards that goal. Listen to your body, listen to the little guide within, listen to whatever cues are telling you to slow, look around, reflect, and consider where you have come, how you got to where you are, and what you may need to do to continue on your path. Do you need to reschedule an appointment? Do you need to reflect upon the lessons you have learned so you can use those tools to help someone else? Slow, look around, consider your options, look to those options to see if you need to choose a couple changes prior to taking your next step. Step.
Kano is fire and brings acceptance. Change the things you can, accept the things you cannot, and work at knowing the difference. What are you tolerating? Of those things, what can you change? Are there things requiring your attention yet require you to make adjustments to yourself before you act? Accepting the need to make changes prior to taking that step is important. Changes to Self and self can make the being a stronger force. Use the time to build that strength.
Gebo is a gift-giving force which reminds you to commit to the relationship. Commit to the changes you are embarking upon. Commit to providing the guidance and tools to others, as needed. Even as you commit to something or someone, remember you can only do so much. The other being needs to make a commitment, as well.
Othila encompasses family. Inheritance, grief, and home are all aspects of this rune. As you build your home, you bring experiences, people, and resources from previous homes and lives with you. Part of your past must be released to make way for the new. Likewise, the people you bring with you may not have the same skill sets, needs, abilities, and other traits that may not fit with what you envisioned. As you realize this, it is important to not grieve over these characteristics as they are unique to each of us and are appropriate for each person's development even though they may not reflect our lives. Can you help by using the tools you have inherited through skill and experience? Your choices build your family and home. Choose wisely...
Friday, July 8, 2011
8 July 2011
Kano, Mannaz, and Ansuz provided guidance for the day.
Ah, don’t you love “ah ha moments?” My ah ha moment encompassed all three runes today. I went out for drinks with a couple friends and invited one of my employees to come, if he chose. He chose to join us and we all enjoyed our drinks and visited for quite a while. My employee and I chose dinner instead of the Bard entertainment (and more drinks). We went to a restaurant specializing in a local cuisine and the conversation turned to work related. I am learning something very interesting about my employees: they appear to reflect things about me back at myself. For example, my older employee is abstract in thinking and needs deadlines (and a list). The younger is learning how to interact with people. Kano provided me with insight into interacting with myself and with people around me by reminding me I am not an expert and to ask questions. Mannaz reflected the innocence of seeing through new eyes. And Ansuz provided a path to communication to myself through someone else. A coach once said that Relationships bring resources. It is true. It is even more accurate to say that Communication creates rapport. Rapport builds trust. Trust strengthens relationships. Relationships bring resources. Resources are the things needed to make things happen in life. The time and money I spent while visiting with my employee was worth every bit of success I can inspire this individual to create. My next step in this journey is to foster a similar action within my other employee.
My “ah ha:” I am doing what I am supposed to be doing. The venue or the employer can and will change, however, the basic work is right.
The task for tonight is Uruz reversed. Removing blocks from being able to see the good and show gratitude for the good within my life and increasing my ability to support others as they support me. A good task for any night!
Monday, June 27, 2011
27 June 2011
Laguz, Jera, Berkana, and Sowelu provided guidance for the day.
Laguz is water and when it reversed, it indicates I may be reaching too far. For example, it is the start of the summer and when the Admin God leaves for a day to spend time with his lovely and I am playing the role of Admin Flunky, I should not expect to get anything else done. End. Of. Story.
Jera reminds me to be patient. I identified my goals for the next 90 days for my coach. I wanted to include a goal related to a personal relationship but decided to let that lie and work upon myself instead. Patience with both is required and a challenge. Patience is one of the most difficult skills and abilities to master. It takes time. In this rat race, who has time?
Berkana reminds me to take right action. Right action today is found in Sowelu's healing abilities. Heal thyself. Heal to live again. Heal to learn from mistakes. Heal to learn from triumphs. Heal.
Jera is the task for tonight. One foot in front of the other. A full cycle before the harvest. Patience. Perseverance. Keep the faith. Move ahead. Keep looking to the future while being completely present in today. One foot in front of the other.
Laguz is water and when it reversed, it indicates I may be reaching too far. For example, it is the start of the summer and when the Admin God leaves for a day to spend time with his lovely and I am playing the role of Admin Flunky, I should not expect to get anything else done. End. Of. Story.
Jera reminds me to be patient. I identified my goals for the next 90 days for my coach. I wanted to include a goal related to a personal relationship but decided to let that lie and work upon myself instead. Patience with both is required and a challenge. Patience is one of the most difficult skills and abilities to master. It takes time. In this rat race, who has time?
Berkana reminds me to take right action. Right action today is found in Sowelu's healing abilities. Heal thyself. Heal to live again. Heal to learn from mistakes. Heal to learn from triumphs. Heal.
Jera is the task for tonight. One foot in front of the other. A full cycle before the harvest. Patience. Perseverance. Keep the faith. Move ahead. Keep looking to the future while being completely present in today. One foot in front of the other.
Sunday, June 26, 2011
26 June 2011
Wow! What a set of curve balls that were thrown my direction!
Today's guides came in the form of Kano, Othila, and Raido.
Kano reminds me there is work to be done upon myself and my life.
Othila brings grief within one's life. Grief does not have to reside within the person who draws the rune. It could be coming from someone else within the drawer's life. It could also be a reminder to look at grief as a release of emotions and is a healthy part of life.
Raido bring harmony. A quiet day is harmonious. Unfortunately, that doesn't guarantee harmony in the remaining areas of life. Too many things to do and not quite enough motivation to get them done.
Berkana reversed is the task for tonight. Growth that may be blocked. Asking for help through prayer. Doing what is right, in this case, addressing limitations. I see the "writing on the wall;" its time for a conversation with the Higher Spirit. Understood. Will do.
Today's guides came in the form of Kano, Othila, and Raido.
Kano reminds me there is work to be done upon myself and my life.
Othila brings grief within one's life. Grief does not have to reside within the person who draws the rune. It could be coming from someone else within the drawer's life. It could also be a reminder to look at grief as a release of emotions and is a healthy part of life.
Raido bring harmony. A quiet day is harmonious. Unfortunately, that doesn't guarantee harmony in the remaining areas of life. Too many things to do and not quite enough motivation to get them done.
Berkana reversed is the task for tonight. Growth that may be blocked. Asking for help through prayer. Doing what is right, in this case, addressing limitations. I see the "writing on the wall;" its time for a conversation with the Higher Spirit. Understood. Will do.
Wednesday, June 22, 2011
22 June 2011
Ansuz, Dagaz, and Raido offered advice for the day.
Ansuz brings messages. What messages could come on a normal day? The normal messages to pay bills and make phone calls? An idea of a message to give to a loved one? Realization a path is a correct one? You are the only one who knows.
Dagaz brings hope about ones health. Hope for the future. Hope the lessons from the past can be addressed, learned from, neutralized, and removed. Look to the future.
Raido brings harmony. A quiet trio for the day. Speaks of the future and prosperity.
Uruz is the task for tonight. Strength, gratitude, and support. Strength to know when to make a move and what move to make; gratitude for people, things, and events to learn from; and support oneself and others in all worthy endeavors.
Ansuz brings messages. What messages could come on a normal day? The normal messages to pay bills and make phone calls? An idea of a message to give to a loved one? Realization a path is a correct one? You are the only one who knows.
Dagaz brings hope about ones health. Hope for the future. Hope the lessons from the past can be addressed, learned from, neutralized, and removed. Look to the future.
Raido brings harmony. A quiet trio for the day. Speaks of the future and prosperity.
Uruz is the task for tonight. Strength, gratitude, and support. Strength to know when to make a move and what move to make; gratitude for people, things, and events to learn from; and support oneself and others in all worthy endeavors.
Tuesday, June 21, 2011
21 June 2011
Uruz, Dagaz, and Othila were the runes I drew this morning.
Uruz reversed reminds me to not allow others to use my strength against me. Conserve mine for bigger battles.
Dagaz brings hope. Today, I spent with co-workers in a safety presentation. At the end, I am hopeful the new culture will create a safer environment to work in. I know it is dependent upon individuals to be as safe as possible yet it does rely upon leadership as well. It is something to remember and to consider.
Othila centers around family and home. I decided to make a side trip next week and this side trip will allow me to see some friends who are family. There is something comforting knowing you are going home to see family. Family who are not blood but are quite supportive and love. Family.
Nauthiz reversed addresses constraint, shame, and limitations. Don't take the world personally. Question: is there shame in the agency or its employees when reflecting on safety? An organization as old as this one should have a great safety record, correct? One hundred plus years should be enough time to be a first-class safe employer. Hmmm. A thought. As for my limitations, I am as safe as I want to be. Those choices need to be within my employer's guidelines; however, that does not limit to only those guides. I can exceed those guides. It is my choice, no one else's.
Uruz reversed reminds me to not allow others to use my strength against me. Conserve mine for bigger battles.
Dagaz brings hope. Today, I spent with co-workers in a safety presentation. At the end, I am hopeful the new culture will create a safer environment to work in. I know it is dependent upon individuals to be as safe as possible yet it does rely upon leadership as well. It is something to remember and to consider.
Othila centers around family and home. I decided to make a side trip next week and this side trip will allow me to see some friends who are family. There is something comforting knowing you are going home to see family. Family who are not blood but are quite supportive and love. Family.
Nauthiz reversed addresses constraint, shame, and limitations. Don't take the world personally. Question: is there shame in the agency or its employees when reflecting on safety? An organization as old as this one should have a great safety record, correct? One hundred plus years should be enough time to be a first-class safe employer. Hmmm. A thought. As for my limitations, I am as safe as I want to be. Those choices need to be within my employer's guidelines; however, that does not limit to only those guides. I can exceed those guides. It is my choice, no one else's.
Monday, June 20, 2011
20 June 2011
Odin and Jera were the runes of today.
Odin comes to call for a second day in a row. A friend called last night and again tonight, that is the repeat from yesterday. I need to ask tonight for guidance to determine if the idea I had after talking to my friend last night to see if the idea was correct. Another friend seemed to think I was on track, I will need to steep on it and see what happens. If I am correct, what a change will come as a result!
Jera advises me to have patience. Patience is a good thing to strive for because one of the things on my mind requires me to have patience as does this idea that I am exploring. Patience for myself and for others can be a challenge. Yet, it is a wonderful skill to hone. A respectable task.
Odin appears again. The mystery is everywhere. Is the mystery returning to my life from the conversations I have had in the last 24 hours? Is it an indication of a change? Is it an indication I need to consider the advice I gave last night? Time will tell. It is up to me to look for and see the signs of things coming into form.
Mannaz reminds me that today's events may not reflect others within my life but encourages me to look at the events and how they apply to myself and my Self. The events are things I need to remember and the things I need to pursue. I also need to look within, with loving kindness. I need to ask my Self for guidance. A rune of contemplation.
Odin comes to call for a second day in a row. A friend called last night and again tonight, that is the repeat from yesterday. I need to ask tonight for guidance to determine if the idea I had after talking to my friend last night to see if the idea was correct. Another friend seemed to think I was on track, I will need to steep on it and see what happens. If I am correct, what a change will come as a result!
Jera advises me to have patience. Patience is a good thing to strive for because one of the things on my mind requires me to have patience as does this idea that I am exploring. Patience for myself and for others can be a challenge. Yet, it is a wonderful skill to hone. A respectable task.
Odin appears again. The mystery is everywhere. Is the mystery returning to my life from the conversations I have had in the last 24 hours? Is it an indication of a change? Is it an indication I need to consider the advice I gave last night? Time will tell. It is up to me to look for and see the signs of things coming into form.
Mannaz reminds me that today's events may not reflect others within my life but encourages me to look at the events and how they apply to myself and my Self. The events are things I need to remember and the things I need to pursue. I also need to look within, with loving kindness. I need to ask my Self for guidance. A rune of contemplation.
Sunday, June 19, 2011
19 June 2011
Happy Father's Day to all the fathers and mothers who stepped-up-to-the-plate.
Odin and Raido graced my day.
Odin is a mysterious rune. I never know what is in store for me when I draw the all-knowing. I spent the morning reading until I decided to take a drive to see the water running over a dam face. Next, I decided to take a side trip up to a ghost town, which is where things got... well, interesting. I admit it, I like cemeteries.
One of my memories growing up was sitting in a cemetery, at the grave site of a girl that a friend knew, with (at that time) my best friend and talking. I don't remember the subjects, but it was peaceful. My family is scattered in a variety of cemeteries and one family cemetery. I walked in the cemetery of this town and it struck me that these people had no one anymore. The fences were in disrepair. Headstones were tilted. Plants were growing in the plots (we aren't talking little plants, we are talking shrubs that can grow into trees). A walk like this makes one think of one's family and who would be around to visit and care for the family plot. I have no "line" at the moment to take care of me. What's a person to do? Creation? Okay, who will keep the urn or scatter the ashes? I suppose I can be buried in whatever cemetery is available to me when I die and be taken care of by some nameless and faceless grounds keeper. That has no appeal. Instead, I am going to buy a plot in the family cemetery and let the prairie grasses and prickly pear watch over me.
Raido advises a person to surrender when one's health is concerned. Surrender to what? Today, I surrendered to the need to do some thinking. Nothing specific, really. Just whatever came. The trip to the cemetery was an interesting tug for me. I know I am alone. I know there is the potential for me to be alone when I leave this world. I am okay with that. I surrendered to that. I may not like it, but I met it and agreed to life's terms. We come into this world alone, on our own. We leave this world the same way. It is the in betweens that matters the most.
When it comes to relationships, in particular with yourself, Raido advises Harmony. What better way to find harmony than to consider your end? And the results after all of yours has gone. Having considered both, I am able to better enjoy and make sure the between isn't wasted. Be it helping a friend with one of his relationships and gaining insight into mine or sharing the tiny little things that make up the rest of the day. Harmony within is a key factor in being able to have harmony without.
Eihwaz is the rune for tonight. Defense, denial, and respect. Defend yourself from yourself and others. Address your own denial. It isn't your place to address the denial of others. Address your own. Own it. Respect it. Respect yourself. Respect others. Respect the world around you.
Odin and Raido graced my day.
Odin is a mysterious rune. I never know what is in store for me when I draw the all-knowing. I spent the morning reading until I decided to take a drive to see the water running over a dam face. Next, I decided to take a side trip up to a ghost town, which is where things got... well, interesting. I admit it, I like cemeteries.
One of my memories growing up was sitting in a cemetery, at the grave site of a girl that a friend knew, with (at that time) my best friend and talking. I don't remember the subjects, but it was peaceful. My family is scattered in a variety of cemeteries and one family cemetery. I walked in the cemetery of this town and it struck me that these people had no one anymore. The fences were in disrepair. Headstones were tilted. Plants were growing in the plots (we aren't talking little plants, we are talking shrubs that can grow into trees). A walk like this makes one think of one's family and who would be around to visit and care for the family plot. I have no "line" at the moment to take care of me. What's a person to do? Creation? Okay, who will keep the urn or scatter the ashes? I suppose I can be buried in whatever cemetery is available to me when I die and be taken care of by some nameless and faceless grounds keeper. That has no appeal. Instead, I am going to buy a plot in the family cemetery and let the prairie grasses and prickly pear watch over me.
Raido advises a person to surrender when one's health is concerned. Surrender to what? Today, I surrendered to the need to do some thinking. Nothing specific, really. Just whatever came. The trip to the cemetery was an interesting tug for me. I know I am alone. I know there is the potential for me to be alone when I leave this world. I am okay with that. I surrendered to that. I may not like it, but I met it and agreed to life's terms. We come into this world alone, on our own. We leave this world the same way. It is the in betweens that matters the most.
When it comes to relationships, in particular with yourself, Raido advises Harmony. What better way to find harmony than to consider your end? And the results after all of yours has gone. Having considered both, I am able to better enjoy and make sure the between isn't wasted. Be it helping a friend with one of his relationships and gaining insight into mine or sharing the tiny little things that make up the rest of the day. Harmony within is a key factor in being able to have harmony without.
Eihwaz is the rune for tonight. Defense, denial, and respect. Defend yourself from yourself and others. Address your own denial. It isn't your place to address the denial of others. Address your own. Own it. Respect it. Respect yourself. Respect others. Respect the world around you.
Wednesday, June 15, 2011
15 June 2011
Uffdah! When a person draws Ansuz, Hagalaz, and Hagalaz, how can the day be good? Messages, Hail/Anger, Hail/Challenges don't bring a day of ease, do they?
Ansuz brings messages. What messages did you receive today? Do they get in your face? Do they sneak up on you and then demand your attention? Do they shyly walk up and quietly ask if you have time for them? Do they address your current life? Do they address your future?
Hagalaz has great disruptive power and it is very fitting that anger and challenges are tied to this basic element. Anger does not need to be your own. If it is yours, own it, recognize the cause, the solution, pursue the solution, and then release your anger. You will feel better for it. If the anger belongs to another, do not allow that anger to invade you and cloud your own life and judgement. Instead, ask yourself, can you do anything about it? Is the anger directed at you or around you? Direct being towards you pointedly as a result of action/inaction, statements, etc. Around you is anger without a defined target or a target that is not attainable (such as a supervisor or a Higher Power) and is looking for a listening ear and a body willing to support the anger. Once the target is identified and you know if it is solvable, solve it (if needed), and then release it. Refrain from joining the mob of anger. It will only ruin your day. Honest. That process is the challenge. Your innate challenges also fall into place. Do you have the power to make a change? Influence a change? Or is it outside of your circle of influence? The answer to these three questions will be an indication of how much energy is appropriate to spend on the challenge.
Raido and Perth reversed are my tasks for tonight. Am I stalled in my journey? Do I need to take this time to take the initiative to stop and consider my foundation? Am I in too much of a hurry? Do I need outside help? Do I need to surrender myself to a higher being or person or feeling? Am I disregarding my feelings? Do I need to feed these feelings? Many things to consider and work on before I can progress.
Ansuz brings messages. What messages did you receive today? Do they get in your face? Do they sneak up on you and then demand your attention? Do they shyly walk up and quietly ask if you have time for them? Do they address your current life? Do they address your future?
Hagalaz has great disruptive power and it is very fitting that anger and challenges are tied to this basic element. Anger does not need to be your own. If it is yours, own it, recognize the cause, the solution, pursue the solution, and then release your anger. You will feel better for it. If the anger belongs to another, do not allow that anger to invade you and cloud your own life and judgement. Instead, ask yourself, can you do anything about it? Is the anger directed at you or around you? Direct being towards you pointedly as a result of action/inaction, statements, etc. Around you is anger without a defined target or a target that is not attainable (such as a supervisor or a Higher Power) and is looking for a listening ear and a body willing to support the anger. Once the target is identified and you know if it is solvable, solve it (if needed), and then release it. Refrain from joining the mob of anger. It will only ruin your day. Honest. That process is the challenge. Your innate challenges also fall into place. Do you have the power to make a change? Influence a change? Or is it outside of your circle of influence? The answer to these three questions will be an indication of how much energy is appropriate to spend on the challenge.
Raido and Perth reversed are my tasks for tonight. Am I stalled in my journey? Do I need to take this time to take the initiative to stop and consider my foundation? Am I in too much of a hurry? Do I need outside help? Do I need to surrender myself to a higher being or person or feeling? Am I disregarding my feelings? Do I need to feed these feelings? Many things to consider and work on before I can progress.
Tuesday, June 14, 2011
14 June 2011
Teiwaz, Ehwaz, and Mannaz were the runes for today.
Teiwaz reminds me courage is appropriate at all times, especially when faced with a new challenge. Today's task was to participate in a meeting which required me to welcome as a company leader. I have the skills and abilities. My task strengthened my belief in my position and abilities. Being in a position on a temporary basis is quite a challenge: you are doing your own duties and adding additional leadership duties on to them. If you are wondering if you can do something, small doses such as this are a good way to try the position on for size.
Ehwaz advocates forgiveness. Choose your battles. Forgive yourself for not taking a position you could have as opposed to choosing a better time and place to take the position needed. You can still take a stand, just not always the way you wish to.
Mannaz is loving kindness. There are days when out of the blue, your person receives an unexpected yet perfect gift. People may think this is odd. I was doing laundry and was given six books that are related to an area which I have great interest in. One of these books is a beautiful antique. Based upon the specific subjects of the books, I am left to believe this was not a fluke; the gift came from something else: spirit guides or a connection with someone else.
Ansuz is the task for tonight. A day full of messages: I can be a leader; I can choose my battles; and I am blessed by a Higher Power. I wonder if more messages will be given tonight?
Teiwaz reminds me courage is appropriate at all times, especially when faced with a new challenge. Today's task was to participate in a meeting which required me to welcome as a company leader. I have the skills and abilities. My task strengthened my belief in my position and abilities. Being in a position on a temporary basis is quite a challenge: you are doing your own duties and adding additional leadership duties on to them. If you are wondering if you can do something, small doses such as this are a good way to try the position on for size.
Ehwaz advocates forgiveness. Choose your battles. Forgive yourself for not taking a position you could have as opposed to choosing a better time and place to take the position needed. You can still take a stand, just not always the way you wish to.
Mannaz is loving kindness. There are days when out of the blue, your person receives an unexpected yet perfect gift. People may think this is odd. I was doing laundry and was given six books that are related to an area which I have great interest in. One of these books is a beautiful antique. Based upon the specific subjects of the books, I am left to believe this was not a fluke; the gift came from something else: spirit guides or a connection with someone else.
Ansuz is the task for tonight. A day full of messages: I can be a leader; I can choose my battles; and I am blessed by a Higher Power. I wonder if more messages will be given tonight?
Monday, June 13, 2011
13 June 2011
Isa, Hagalaz, and Inguz gave advice for today. Interesting, the runes indicated the day was not going to be all that nice. Yet, it was an enjoyable day. BUSY!!
Isa is solid water. Water so slow, it is almost at a stand still. Today was a day to put my stuff aside and complete other tasks. Two meetings, e-mails, and addressing concerns brought to the table by others. On a day like this, there isn't room for me or my tasks. I'm learning when you are the boss, these days occur more often than they don't. Its good to know.
Hagalaz is an elemental disruption. What emotion do you associate with a complete disruption? Anger. I did not have time to get angry today. However, I dealt with the anger of others. I was surprised one of my co-workers gave me such respect and trust today. This person had an issue with another person and felt free to come into my office to share the experience and apologize to me for a potentially tough situation. I have never observed this to happen between co-workers when one is acting supervisor before. Amazing!
Inguz is the god Ing. Ing addresses fertility. In order for something or someone to be fertile, a death and a rebirth must occur. Renewal is part of that cycle. Today's activities provided the renewal to me to remind me I can do what I set out to do. I can be the boss, if I choose.
Teiwaz is the task for tonight. Reversed, a warrior is advised to look to ones health. To remember to not stress over others opinions and emotions when you supervise them is important. Release the things you can't take personally. Address the ones you need to address. Courage to lead a difficult meeting. Have passion for your job and for your life.
Isa is solid water. Water so slow, it is almost at a stand still. Today was a day to put my stuff aside and complete other tasks. Two meetings, e-mails, and addressing concerns brought to the table by others. On a day like this, there isn't room for me or my tasks. I'm learning when you are the boss, these days occur more often than they don't. Its good to know.
Hagalaz is an elemental disruption. What emotion do you associate with a complete disruption? Anger. I did not have time to get angry today. However, I dealt with the anger of others. I was surprised one of my co-workers gave me such respect and trust today. This person had an issue with another person and felt free to come into my office to share the experience and apologize to me for a potentially tough situation. I have never observed this to happen between co-workers when one is acting supervisor before. Amazing!
Inguz is the god Ing. Ing addresses fertility. In order for something or someone to be fertile, a death and a rebirth must occur. Renewal is part of that cycle. Today's activities provided the renewal to me to remind me I can do what I set out to do. I can be the boss, if I choose.
Teiwaz is the task for tonight. Reversed, a warrior is advised to look to ones health. To remember to not stress over others opinions and emotions when you supervise them is important. Release the things you can't take personally. Address the ones you need to address. Courage to lead a difficult meeting. Have passion for your job and for your life.
Sunday, June 12, 2011
12 June 2011
Algiz, Sowelu, and Hagalaz provided advice for my day. The advice was pretty appropriate.
Algiz reversed advises to look at the associations you form at this time. Are they beneficial or parasitic? Is there something you can learn from these associations without getting in "too deep?"
Sowelu brings compromise when it addresses your health. Whom do you need to compromise with today?
Hagalaz reminds you to address your challenges. What are you challenged to do today? Through your actions or by actions of others?
I spent today with a person I work with from a distance. What does that mean? Do you or have you worked with someone who is in a distant office in a sporadic fashion yet you need to be on good terms with this person to make life easier? That is what I mean "from a distance." For several reasons, I needed to be on my guard with this individual today. This person is fun yet can be different when crossed. It is always a good idea to smooth feathers before they are ruffled and learn how to smooth them when they are ruffled to make life easier. I needed to compromise my personality with this person's. Normally and when I am in a comfortable setting, I am willing to share a good bit about my life. Today, I listened. I provided feedback, when appropriate and was able to carry a conversation without compromising my position or giving fuel for the mill. Sitting back and not sharing was one of the challenges I faced today. I proved to myself that I could share with this individual without giving too much of my life away (actually, it wasn't my day to share); I proved to myself that I could restrain the need to comment on every little thing and provide a listening ear; and I proved to myself that I could maintain that position even though I was exhausted from the effort of extended conversations. All in all, not too bad!
Ansuz reversed is the task for tonight. Look to your health. I did. I have two weeks before another trip. TWO WEEKS!!! I am committed to work this weekend. That means, I have one weekend prior to get everything ready to go. I. need. a. clone. That is all there is to it!!! That rolls into guilt. I need to do laundry. End of story. I think I might take tomorrow afternoon off to do a bit. Next, is to communicate with the people I am traveling with to finish planning and answer questions that were asked earlier. TWO WEEKS!!! TWO WEEKS!!! ... breathe.... breathe....
Algiz reversed advises to look at the associations you form at this time. Are they beneficial or parasitic? Is there something you can learn from these associations without getting in "too deep?"
Sowelu brings compromise when it addresses your health. Whom do you need to compromise with today?
Hagalaz reminds you to address your challenges. What are you challenged to do today? Through your actions or by actions of others?
I spent today with a person I work with from a distance. What does that mean? Do you or have you worked with someone who is in a distant office in a sporadic fashion yet you need to be on good terms with this person to make life easier? That is what I mean "from a distance." For several reasons, I needed to be on my guard with this individual today. This person is fun yet can be different when crossed. It is always a good idea to smooth feathers before they are ruffled and learn how to smooth them when they are ruffled to make life easier. I needed to compromise my personality with this person's. Normally and when I am in a comfortable setting, I am willing to share a good bit about my life. Today, I listened. I provided feedback, when appropriate and was able to carry a conversation without compromising my position or giving fuel for the mill. Sitting back and not sharing was one of the challenges I faced today. I proved to myself that I could share with this individual without giving too much of my life away (actually, it wasn't my day to share); I proved to myself that I could restrain the need to comment on every little thing and provide a listening ear; and I proved to myself that I could maintain that position even though I was exhausted from the effort of extended conversations. All in all, not too bad!
Ansuz reversed is the task for tonight. Look to your health. I did. I have two weeks before another trip. TWO WEEKS!!! I am committed to work this weekend. That means, I have one weekend prior to get everything ready to go. I. need. a. clone. That is all there is to it!!! That rolls into guilt. I need to do laundry. End of story. I think I might take tomorrow afternoon off to do a bit. Next, is to communicate with the people I am traveling with to finish planning and answer questions that were asked earlier. TWO WEEKS!!! TWO WEEKS!!! ... breathe.... breathe....
Saturday, June 11, 2011
11 June 2011
Algiz, Ansuz, and Hagalaz were the guiding factors today,
Algiz advises protection. To sit quietly and use all the senses to gather information about ones surroundings. Listen with your ears, heart, and intuition.
Ansuz deals with messages and at times, those messages come from guilt. Guilt may not come from you. It may come from others. When others bring you their guilt, it is up to you to decide if you should accept it for its due or forgive the guilt. As you make that decision, you might want to look within to other guilts and decide if you have a guilt or if others have guilt that is the same as you are forgiving from one person but not from others. Once you examine that, is there are reason one is forgiven and the other is not? Is that reason valid?
Hagalaz is our challenges. Mine was taking part in a public event without the proper advertisement materials. I now know I need to be better prepared and need to put the effort forth to be properly stocked for public events such as this one. On the up side, a passerby was gracious enough to give me three leads for future endeavors.
Berkana is the task for tonight. Growth, Prayer, and Doing what Is Right (addressing my limitations). I am growing in my abilities and I ask for help. I need to ask for specific help, perhaps. Or ask more often. I need to ask for help in minimizing my limitations, perhaps?
Algiz advises protection. To sit quietly and use all the senses to gather information about ones surroundings. Listen with your ears, heart, and intuition.
Ansuz deals with messages and at times, those messages come from guilt. Guilt may not come from you. It may come from others. When others bring you their guilt, it is up to you to decide if you should accept it for its due or forgive the guilt. As you make that decision, you might want to look within to other guilts and decide if you have a guilt or if others have guilt that is the same as you are forgiving from one person but not from others. Once you examine that, is there are reason one is forgiven and the other is not? Is that reason valid?
Hagalaz is our challenges. Mine was taking part in a public event without the proper advertisement materials. I now know I need to be better prepared and need to put the effort forth to be properly stocked for public events such as this one. On the up side, a passerby was gracious enough to give me three leads for future endeavors.
Berkana is the task for tonight. Growth, Prayer, and Doing what Is Right (addressing my limitations). I am growing in my abilities and I ask for help. I need to ask for specific help, perhaps. Or ask more often. I need to ask for help in minimizing my limitations, perhaps?
Thursday, June 9, 2011
9 June 2011
My runes this morning were interesting when I first drew them. Algiz reversed, Odin, and Ehwaz marked the day.
Algiz reversed indicated I should look to my associations and ensure I learn from them no matter if the relationships were parasitic or beneficial. I met several people today, in the line of business. I also listened to a teleseminar recording. Of course, the seminar offered a product to purchase, which I have decided not to do at this time because I am not quite ready to move to that step. I need to complete a few others prior to making that move. I also wish to give another avenue a try as well.
Odin is always an interesting rune as it can shake the world or just be a calm little breeze flowing through. Nothing earth shattering today, however, the fact that my side mirror was fixed may be a calm little breeze right now but might cause a shaking on down the road. Who knows!
Ehwaz advises to let go. Let go of what? Let go of needing concrete answers, perhaps. I sought help and received answers that weren't as concrete as I was hoping for. On the bright side, those answers were enough to let me know I can move forward with several projects. I need to be careful, still.
Raido is tonight's task. In reviewing today, it is appropriate as I am continuing on my journey and am making progress to make it happen. I surrendered to the help and received good guidance. My life may not be in complete harmony at the moment, I am making steps to create complete balance. I am not at the beginning or the end. I am continuing on my journey.
Algiz reversed indicated I should look to my associations and ensure I learn from them no matter if the relationships were parasitic or beneficial. I met several people today, in the line of business. I also listened to a teleseminar recording. Of course, the seminar offered a product to purchase, which I have decided not to do at this time because I am not quite ready to move to that step. I need to complete a few others prior to making that move. I also wish to give another avenue a try as well.
Odin is always an interesting rune as it can shake the world or just be a calm little breeze flowing through. Nothing earth shattering today, however, the fact that my side mirror was fixed may be a calm little breeze right now but might cause a shaking on down the road. Who knows!
Ehwaz advises to let go. Let go of what? Let go of needing concrete answers, perhaps. I sought help and received answers that weren't as concrete as I was hoping for. On the bright side, those answers were enough to let me know I can move forward with several projects. I need to be careful, still.
Raido is tonight's task. In reviewing today, it is appropriate as I am continuing on my journey and am making progress to make it happen. I surrendered to the help and received good guidance. My life may not be in complete harmony at the moment, I am making steps to create complete balance. I am not at the beginning or the end. I am continuing on my journey.
Wednesday, June 8, 2011
8 June 2011
Ansuz reversed, Laguz, Perth, and Othila provided advice for today.
Ansuz reversed reminded me to look to the advantages of adversity. Use challenging times to protect yourself by not opening yourself to direct interference. Its not always easy; however, we need to protect ourselves from unwanted influences from others and our environment.
Laguz and Perth reminded me to see the humor and love in the day. I had training which was not obviously usable and another appointment with a coach that was quite productive. The conversation we had reminded me that I am doing pretty well in pursuing balance and new goals in my life. I am looking forward to moving ahead with this project.
Othila is focused upon family and home. One of the elements of life is family and relationships. I have a goal in mind. In my mind, I see my goals and a family merging well to create a well rounded life. I am working on creating that balance and with perseverance, all will fall into place.
Jera is the task for tonight. What a good summation of today! I know my goals will take time to develop and be met. I know seeing the humor and love in the day and life is a challenge to create. A family will not happen over night, there is work to do to create that part of my life. All in all, work is needed to see these projects to completion. Perhaps my dreams will reveal how to complete some of these goals.
Ansuz reversed reminded me to look to the advantages of adversity. Use challenging times to protect yourself by not opening yourself to direct interference. Its not always easy; however, we need to protect ourselves from unwanted influences from others and our environment.
Laguz and Perth reminded me to see the humor and love in the day. I had training which was not obviously usable and another appointment with a coach that was quite productive. The conversation we had reminded me that I am doing pretty well in pursuing balance and new goals in my life. I am looking forward to moving ahead with this project.
Othila is focused upon family and home. One of the elements of life is family and relationships. I have a goal in mind. In my mind, I see my goals and a family merging well to create a well rounded life. I am working on creating that balance and with perseverance, all will fall into place.
Jera is the task for tonight. What a good summation of today! I know my goals will take time to develop and be met. I know seeing the humor and love in the day and life is a challenge to create. A family will not happen over night, there is work to do to create that part of my life. All in all, work is needed to see these projects to completion. Perhaps my dreams will reveal how to complete some of these goals.
Tuesday, June 7, 2011
7 June 2011
Odin, Gebo, and Ansuz were a powerful trio for today.
Odin is the great mystery. The beginning, the end, and the middle are all a mystery to each of us. We can't predict them exactly. How they present themselves to us vary based upon our choices. The key is to move forward, to decide what path we want to take to meet certain goals and then venture forward. We will never travel one path, there will be rerouting opportunities as we travel. These chances are dependent upon our previous choices. Have faith and take that step!
As we take steps towards our goals, we need to trust. Trust ourselves. Trust our guides. Trust our instincts. Trust.
As we travel the path of our life, we need to trust, to love, and to communicate. Communication is the backbone of our daily interactions with life and our environment. We communicate with ourselves and our Self. We also communicate with others. All this information helps us take guided action based upon stimuli.
Tonight's task is Perth. I initiated a new project with an e-mail. I love the idea of a new project that makes me more well-rounded and better balanced. There is something great about establishing a way to become more in tuned with myself and motivate others to do the same. Its just a way to become intimate with your environment.
Odin is the great mystery. The beginning, the end, and the middle are all a mystery to each of us. We can't predict them exactly. How they present themselves to us vary based upon our choices. The key is to move forward, to decide what path we want to take to meet certain goals and then venture forward. We will never travel one path, there will be rerouting opportunities as we travel. These chances are dependent upon our previous choices. Have faith and take that step!
As we take steps towards our goals, we need to trust. Trust ourselves. Trust our guides. Trust our instincts. Trust.
As we travel the path of our life, we need to trust, to love, and to communicate. Communication is the backbone of our daily interactions with life and our environment. We communicate with ourselves and our Self. We also communicate with others. All this information helps us take guided action based upon stimuli.
Tonight's task is Perth. I initiated a new project with an e-mail. I love the idea of a new project that makes me more well-rounded and better balanced. There is something great about establishing a way to become more in tuned with myself and motivate others to do the same. Its just a way to become intimate with your environment.
Monday, June 6, 2011
6 June 2011
Fehu, Ehwaz, and Nauthiz guided today.
Fehu indicated I needed to work on my "possessions" again. I am filling in for my boss while he is gone on a different assignment. I attended a management meeting today that required a decision be made regarding a project we need to carry forward and present to compete for funding. One of the things I have been struggling with is the lack of consideration, appreciation, and respect given the people on the job by those who are far removed yet control the funding we get to do our jobs. It is similar to the debate concerning the source of our foods: they are magically delivered to stores via a truck but few realize the true source is a farmer (big or small) somewhere that gets a fraction of the money we spend on food. The difference is, there are people telling that farmer's story yet few if any are telling our story. Before you say, "why don't you?" you need to understand that unlike that farmer, I am unable to tell that story without the higher-ups' blessings. Lets see you take that one on! Enough of my little tirade... I heard the managers voice concern about taking on these projects when monies are tight and unlikely to be provided for this new project and people are stretched tight as it is. No one is figuring out how to keep that stretch from breaking; at least the conversations are occuring.
Ehwaz advises forgiveness. Today, I needed to forgive myself for a mistake I made this morning. There is this beautiful cabinet beside my door that I use as a landing strip. I placed my breakfast (a nice cold soup made of pumpkin and yogurt) next to my keys not realizing it wasn't stable. I went into the kitchen to grab things out of the fridge for lunch and a crash alerted me to the fact that there was pumpkin flowing across the floor. Ever done that? Done something stupid, that had you been paying attention, you could have averted a mistake? Yup. And, to add to that, I was running late. Ever noticed that the morning hours are the hardest to forgive?
Moving on, Nauthiz advises addressing my limitations. See above. Also, I was running late. Brush it off and move on. Funny thing, I was disappointed, however, I did not dwell on the morning's events like I would have prior to the balancing work I have been doing. Its nice to see signs of progress!
Othila is the task for tonight. I learned today that I can fill in for my boss and am able to progress to that level of leadership. I realize these little test runs are not the real thing and I have a lot of thinking to do before I decide to go that direction. I also need to succeed at my current job, first. Balancing the body, the self, and the Self can go a long way to moderating your emotions and improve your well-being. Balancing also minimizes the impacts of your limitations. They become a lesser irritant than they once were. All in all, these are an excellent example of ones inheritance. Not a bad Monday, after all. Oh, did I also mention I had a 21 point cribbage hand? No? Oh well.
Fehu indicated I needed to work on my "possessions" again. I am filling in for my boss while he is gone on a different assignment. I attended a management meeting today that required a decision be made regarding a project we need to carry forward and present to compete for funding. One of the things I have been struggling with is the lack of consideration, appreciation, and respect given the people on the job by those who are far removed yet control the funding we get to do our jobs. It is similar to the debate concerning the source of our foods: they are magically delivered to stores via a truck but few realize the true source is a farmer (big or small) somewhere that gets a fraction of the money we spend on food. The difference is, there are people telling that farmer's story yet few if any are telling our story. Before you say, "why don't you?" you need to understand that unlike that farmer, I am unable to tell that story without the higher-ups' blessings. Lets see you take that one on! Enough of my little tirade... I heard the managers voice concern about taking on these projects when monies are tight and unlikely to be provided for this new project and people are stretched tight as it is. No one is figuring out how to keep that stretch from breaking; at least the conversations are occuring.
Ehwaz advises forgiveness. Today, I needed to forgive myself for a mistake I made this morning. There is this beautiful cabinet beside my door that I use as a landing strip. I placed my breakfast (a nice cold soup made of pumpkin and yogurt) next to my keys not realizing it wasn't stable. I went into the kitchen to grab things out of the fridge for lunch and a crash alerted me to the fact that there was pumpkin flowing across the floor. Ever done that? Done something stupid, that had you been paying attention, you could have averted a mistake? Yup. And, to add to that, I was running late. Ever noticed that the morning hours are the hardest to forgive?
Moving on, Nauthiz advises addressing my limitations. See above. Also, I was running late. Brush it off and move on. Funny thing, I was disappointed, however, I did not dwell on the morning's events like I would have prior to the balancing work I have been doing. Its nice to see signs of progress!
Othila is the task for tonight. I learned today that I can fill in for my boss and am able to progress to that level of leadership. I realize these little test runs are not the real thing and I have a lot of thinking to do before I decide to go that direction. I also need to succeed at my current job, first. Balancing the body, the self, and the Self can go a long way to moderating your emotions and improve your well-being. Balancing also minimizes the impacts of your limitations. They become a lesser irritant than they once were. All in all, these are an excellent example of ones inheritance. Not a bad Monday, after all. Oh, did I also mention I had a 21 point cribbage hand? No? Oh well.
Sunday, June 5, 2011
5 June 2011
Fehu, Teiwaz, and Hagalaz ruled the day.
Fehu is your possessions. I woke up not feeling well and then a headache. Ever wonder how that is your possessions? The day progressed to a dinner invite and, there the possessions snuck in. I know I can't own people, yet, knowing someone whom you have a history with (no matter how small) is in the same town you are in can be a boost to your self. To share things about a place you lived with someone who is familiar with the area while sipping a beer on a porch is, just, well, heart warming.
Teiwaz was a great warrior and any great warrior possesses courage. Today's courage was to enter a situation that may not have been the best. To face the unknown with a straight back (and a headache that never quite went away) and a determined step can test the courage of any person.
Hagalaz advises a person to address the challenges in ones life. Unknowing if one will receive a warm welcome. Unknowing if an idea has merit. Unknowing if the path you are on is a viable one, a successful one... Many challenges are faced by a variety of people on a daily basis.
Dagaz is the task for tonight. A breakthrough begins with hope and requires a purpose in order to complete either task. How can you have a breakthrough without a purpose? What does hope serve other than a purpose? Identify the purpose then focus upon the steps needed to complete the purpose. Undertake the steps willingly and have hope for the process, the tasks, and the things you will learn. After all, when everything is truly boiled down, it is the things we learn that make life what it is.
Fehu is your possessions. I woke up not feeling well and then a headache. Ever wonder how that is your possessions? The day progressed to a dinner invite and, there the possessions snuck in. I know I can't own people, yet, knowing someone whom you have a history with (no matter how small) is in the same town you are in can be a boost to your self. To share things about a place you lived with someone who is familiar with the area while sipping a beer on a porch is, just, well, heart warming.
Teiwaz was a great warrior and any great warrior possesses courage. Today's courage was to enter a situation that may not have been the best. To face the unknown with a straight back (and a headache that never quite went away) and a determined step can test the courage of any person.
Hagalaz advises a person to address the challenges in ones life. Unknowing if one will receive a warm welcome. Unknowing if an idea has merit. Unknowing if the path you are on is a viable one, a successful one... Many challenges are faced by a variety of people on a daily basis.
Dagaz is the task for tonight. A breakthrough begins with hope and requires a purpose in order to complete either task. How can you have a breakthrough without a purpose? What does hope serve other than a purpose? Identify the purpose then focus upon the steps needed to complete the purpose. Undertake the steps willingly and have hope for the process, the tasks, and the things you will learn. After all, when everything is truly boiled down, it is the things we learn that make life what it is.
Saturday, June 4, 2011
4 June 2011
Raido, Ansuz, Wunjo, and Sowelu were the runes selected this morning.
Raido indicates a journey is involved. Ever wonder how you can go on a journey without leaving the house? It doesn't have to be a physical journey. Remember a journey has two sides, and how you respond to stimuli is up to you.
Ansuz and Wunjo in one reading for health. If you thought traveling on a journey without leaving a place is hard, how about dealing with guilt while also living in Serenity? Using time to allow you to correct the relationship with yourself. Restoring faith in ourselves, in our people, and our environment can bring serenity to the situation and our life.
Sowelu advises the use of healing to make correct things in our selves and our lives. Healing is designed to make whole what is ailing or fragmented. That is the goal of life, to be balanced and whole.
Kano is the task for tonight. The light shed upon the situation tells me that I am the one I need to work on. If I work on myself, all else will follow. As I accept my life and the things I cannot change within others, I learn to live as I need to. As I change myself, all others change or they don't, that is their choice, not mine. It is my responsibility to change me as I need to and strive to create inner peace and live with my choices. It is not up to me to live with the choices of others, as I have no control over that. I have control of my choices and how I respond to the choices of others and how those choices impact my life. That is it, that is all.
Raido indicates a journey is involved. Ever wonder how you can go on a journey without leaving the house? It doesn't have to be a physical journey. Remember a journey has two sides, and how you respond to stimuli is up to you.
Ansuz and Wunjo in one reading for health. If you thought traveling on a journey without leaving a place is hard, how about dealing with guilt while also living in Serenity? Using time to allow you to correct the relationship with yourself. Restoring faith in ourselves, in our people, and our environment can bring serenity to the situation and our life.
Sowelu advises the use of healing to make correct things in our selves and our lives. Healing is designed to make whole what is ailing or fragmented. That is the goal of life, to be balanced and whole.
Kano is the task for tonight. The light shed upon the situation tells me that I am the one I need to work on. If I work on myself, all else will follow. As I accept my life and the things I cannot change within others, I learn to live as I need to. As I change myself, all others change or they don't, that is their choice, not mine. It is my responsibility to change me as I need to and strive to create inner peace and live with my choices. It is not up to me to live with the choices of others, as I have no control over that. I have control of my choices and how I respond to the choices of others and how those choices impact my life. That is it, that is all.
Friday, June 3, 2011
3June 2011
A complicated day has come to an end. The day started with Mannaz reversed, Ansuz, and Raido.
Mannaz is the self, the Self, and the relationship between the two. When reversed, one of the other or both are out of balance. Effort to restore balance is needed. Many tools may be used: meditation, Feng Shui, prayer, etc. Meditation in the morning is lacking in my routine, which I plan on restoring. I am also researching changes I can make within my environment. These may seem trivial, however, every little change can have large impacts upon life in general.
Ansuz brings signals and at times, guilt is a signal. Guilt that I have: past, present, and future. Guilt others may have that I can help neutralize? Learn from your guilt and release it to the world for cleansing.
Raido is a journey of horse and rider. In order for both to successfully travel in the same direction and together, harmony between the travelers needs to be created and maintained. The task I am working on is to allow others to be themselves yet not allowing them to impact me directly, especially the negativity. Each challenge is a test and an obstacle to overcome and learn from. It is necessary to my development. Undertake to do it willingly, learn, and release.
Algiz is the task for tonight. Creating protection through the establishment of boundaries yet allowing holes in the boundaries through mutual trust. Boundaries cannot be tight. They need to allow influences in. Without outside influences and without influencing the external world, we live in a vacuum and that is not within our nature. We need to be influenced and we need to influence others. We are herd animals and it is our duty to live in that manner or we are unwell.
Mannaz is the self, the Self, and the relationship between the two. When reversed, one of the other or both are out of balance. Effort to restore balance is needed. Many tools may be used: meditation, Feng Shui, prayer, etc. Meditation in the morning is lacking in my routine, which I plan on restoring. I am also researching changes I can make within my environment. These may seem trivial, however, every little change can have large impacts upon life in general.
Ansuz brings signals and at times, guilt is a signal. Guilt that I have: past, present, and future. Guilt others may have that I can help neutralize? Learn from your guilt and release it to the world for cleansing.
Raido is a journey of horse and rider. In order for both to successfully travel in the same direction and together, harmony between the travelers needs to be created and maintained. The task I am working on is to allow others to be themselves yet not allowing them to impact me directly, especially the negativity. Each challenge is a test and an obstacle to overcome and learn from. It is necessary to my development. Undertake to do it willingly, learn, and release.
Algiz is the task for tonight. Creating protection through the establishment of boundaries yet allowing holes in the boundaries through mutual trust. Boundaries cannot be tight. They need to allow influences in. Without outside influences and without influencing the external world, we live in a vacuum and that is not within our nature. We need to be influenced and we need to influence others. We are herd animals and it is our duty to live in that manner or we are unwell.
Thursday, June 2, 2011
2 June 2011
This morning's selections included Algiz reversed, Berkana, and Uruz.
Algiz reversed advises to look to ones health and the associations formed at this time. I found this advice to be accurate for the day's activities. I spent the day with people I met yesterday and discussed next year's activities.
Berkana reminds to look for help from other sources, Divine included. The manner and issues are individual to the person and the situation. Take the time to consult your higher self and your higher power for assistance. Perhaps attending to your goals may be appropriate at this time. Specific goals that are attainable and realistic stand better chances that those which are not.
Uruz reminds me to support myself and my relationship with my Higher Self. To accomplish this, it helps to meditate and ask what is out of alignment. Then, take actions to bring myself back into balance.
Jera is the task for tonight. It reminds me my goals are not obtained over night. I need to allow the full cycle to complete itself by displaying patience and perseverance. If I am willing to work towards my goals, they will be worth it and will come into fruition.
Algiz reversed advises to look to ones health and the associations formed at this time. I found this advice to be accurate for the day's activities. I spent the day with people I met yesterday and discussed next year's activities.
Berkana reminds to look for help from other sources, Divine included. The manner and issues are individual to the person and the situation. Take the time to consult your higher self and your higher power for assistance. Perhaps attending to your goals may be appropriate at this time. Specific goals that are attainable and realistic stand better chances that those which are not.
Uruz reminds me to support myself and my relationship with my Higher Self. To accomplish this, it helps to meditate and ask what is out of alignment. Then, take actions to bring myself back into balance.
Jera is the task for tonight. It reminds me my goals are not obtained over night. I need to allow the full cycle to complete itself by displaying patience and perseverance. If I am willing to work towards my goals, they will be worth it and will come into fruition.
Tuesday, May 31, 2011
31 May 2011
Back after a brief break.
I drew Ehwaz, Nauthiz, and Thurisa were the runes I selected this morning.
Ehwaz indicates movement of some variety. I did a little research for a trip in June and have been invited to a party in July. There is a meeting in a week which I need to do some research for. See what I can do while I am employed.
Nauthiz advises me to address shame. Shame that I have or recognize from the past and recognize it belongs there.
Thurisa advises compromise. Interesting, trying to compromise with one's self. The goal of compromise is to achieve a win-win for all. The challenge is to meet the needs of both sides, yet, minimizing concerns.
Dagaz is the task for tonight. I feel a presence within my head. Dagaz brings a breakthrough, hope, and advises purpose. I went to work with a mission in my brain and discovered its time has not come. I hoped to hear from someone who cared. I didn't hear from one, I heard from five! I am continuing to pursue a purpose. I have questions to ask tomorrow. Perhaps I will have a vision in my dreams tonight. Time will tell.
I drew Ehwaz, Nauthiz, and Thurisa were the runes I selected this morning.
Ehwaz indicates movement of some variety. I did a little research for a trip in June and have been invited to a party in July. There is a meeting in a week which I need to do some research for. See what I can do while I am employed.
Nauthiz advises me to address shame. Shame that I have or recognize from the past and recognize it belongs there.
Thurisa advises compromise. Interesting, trying to compromise with one's self. The goal of compromise is to achieve a win-win for all. The challenge is to meet the needs of both sides, yet, minimizing concerns.
Dagaz is the task for tonight. I feel a presence within my head. Dagaz brings a breakthrough, hope, and advises purpose. I went to work with a mission in my brain and discovered its time has not come. I hoped to hear from someone who cared. I didn't hear from one, I heard from five! I am continuing to pursue a purpose. I have questions to ask tomorrow. Perhaps I will have a vision in my dreams tonight. Time will tell.
Wednesday, May 25, 2011
25 May 2011
Odin, Thurisa, and Ehwaz guided my day.
Odin is mystery in itself.
Thurisa brings wisdom. Remembering to follow your gut and using past experiences to support your actions. Success comes from the actions. Thoughts are things.
Ehwaz advised me to let go. Let go of what? Let go of the self doubt. Let go of the questioning. Just be. Let go of the past. Let go and Let BE!
Sowelu brings wholeness, compassion, and allows for healing. Today was healing because it brought a wholeness to my day. I have been asked to help heal someone and I am going to focus upon that tonight.
Odin is mystery in itself.
Thurisa brings wisdom. Remembering to follow your gut and using past experiences to support your actions. Success comes from the actions. Thoughts are things.
Ehwaz advised me to let go. Let go of what? Let go of the self doubt. Let go of the questioning. Just be. Let go of the past. Let go and Let BE!
Sowelu brings wholeness, compassion, and allows for healing. Today was healing because it brought a wholeness to my day. I have been asked to help heal someone and I am going to focus upon that tonight.
Tuesday, May 24, 2011
24 May 2011
This morning, I drew Jera, Dagaz, and Raido.
Jera tells me to be patient and continue to work on my goals. It may take me a while, however, I will succeed. I created a selection of my favorite new affirmations to hang in my office. The addition of affirmations serves a couple purposes: 1) I see them when I need to bring some positive energy into my life and 2) others may bring positive energy into their lives as well.
Dagaz is the rune of daylight and brings hope. Hope that I am moving forward. I am internally driven to meet goals.
Raido focuses on harmony. I was able to maintain internal harmony during a couple discussions which could have strained my harmony at other times, without these tools.
Dagaz is my task tonight. Breakthrough, hope, and purpose. All good things to focus upon.
Jera tells me to be patient and continue to work on my goals. It may take me a while, however, I will succeed. I created a selection of my favorite new affirmations to hang in my office. The addition of affirmations serves a couple purposes: 1) I see them when I need to bring some positive energy into my life and 2) others may bring positive energy into their lives as well.
Dagaz is the rune of daylight and brings hope. Hope that I am moving forward. I am internally driven to meet goals.
Raido focuses on harmony. I was able to maintain internal harmony during a couple discussions which could have strained my harmony at other times, without these tools.
Dagaz is my task tonight. Breakthrough, hope, and purpose. All good things to focus upon.
Monday, May 23, 2011
23 May 2011
Wow, it is amazing what happens when you make changes in your life!
This morning, I was graced with two runes for each question. At times in the past, I have received two for a question, perhaps two.
Uruz and Ansuz guided my day. I needed the strength to have a conversation with someone which had the potential to be a challenge. I was able to think about what I wanted from the conversation and was given a lead in to the conversation from an outside source. The outside source came from an event instead of an actual person. I was able to create an opportunity from the event which allowed for the conversation to occur with a purpose instead of a demand. I observed the conversation, words, and manners and have a guide for future actions.
Raido and Isa gave me information regarding my health. It is my choice if I surrender to my fears or if I release them. Surrendering to my fears moves me away from freedom and towards my fears. Releasing my fears into the world to be cleansed is moving me towards freedom and away from my fears. Releasing fears allowed me to have the conversations I did with a variety of people today. I provided myself with a vehicle to move towards completing one of my professional goals.
Teiwaz and Uruz guided my relationship with my Self. My successful conversations and releasing my fears created a formula for success. The success I experienced today supports my passion for goals, for my life. This passion allows me to find the energy to support others in their search of their goals.
Raido is the task for tonight. I am on a journey and at times, I must surrender to the process. My journey is focused upon achieving harmony in my life. Raido does summarize the day fairly well. I went on a new part of my professional journey; I surrendered my fear to the world for cleansing; and I found harmony in the process. A wonderful day!
This morning, I was graced with two runes for each question. At times in the past, I have received two for a question, perhaps two.
Uruz and Ansuz guided my day. I needed the strength to have a conversation with someone which had the potential to be a challenge. I was able to think about what I wanted from the conversation and was given a lead in to the conversation from an outside source. The outside source came from an event instead of an actual person. I was able to create an opportunity from the event which allowed for the conversation to occur with a purpose instead of a demand. I observed the conversation, words, and manners and have a guide for future actions.
Raido and Isa gave me information regarding my health. It is my choice if I surrender to my fears or if I release them. Surrendering to my fears moves me away from freedom and towards my fears. Releasing my fears into the world to be cleansed is moving me towards freedom and away from my fears. Releasing fears allowed me to have the conversations I did with a variety of people today. I provided myself with a vehicle to move towards completing one of my professional goals.
Teiwaz and Uruz guided my relationship with my Self. My successful conversations and releasing my fears created a formula for success. The success I experienced today supports my passion for goals, for my life. This passion allows me to find the energy to support others in their search of their goals.
Raido is the task for tonight. I am on a journey and at times, I must surrender to the process. My journey is focused upon achieving harmony in my life. Raido does summarize the day fairly well. I went on a new part of my professional journey; I surrendered my fear to the world for cleansing; and I found harmony in the process. A wonderful day!
Sunday, May 22, 2011
22 May 2011
My day was guided by Othila reversed, Hagalaz, Kano, and Algiz.
Othila reversed cautions me that to keep with old conditioning will block my progress. It advises to leave the old ways behind and pursue new conditioning. We do without doing and things get done. This advise is timely to my activities for the day. I am finishing a two-day class. This class, along with my actions, will facilitate my future success. I meed to embrace new ways to accomplish this. I cannot rely on old conditioning. I need to look forward and move in that direction.
Hagalaz is elemental hail and its force is anger. Anger can be used productively as long as it is guided. I did not personally feel anger today. I did hear it in other voices. I heard frustration directed at others and directed at selves. I had technical difficulties with my computer connection. I did not get angry, I did feel frustrated. However, these feelings did not stay with me long. In fact, they were perhaps a blip on the radar. My chakra work is helping me to let go of anger. To stay balanced. I must admit, it was a balanced day.
Kano and Algiz joined up to guide me in my relationship with my Self. Kano advocates Inner Peace. Algiz advocates Mutual Trust. I had both. I have both. I was able to tap into my Peace while working on some exercises that could have been very emotional for me. I was able to recognize the potential for the emotion and release it. I experienced Mutual Trust with other students in the class. I had similar experiences with each, yet some connections were deeper because of shared interests.
What an amazing day!!
Isa is the task for tonight. There are fears I need to address within my mind. Fears of loss of security. Fears of not finding clients associated with a new endeavor. Fears of the unknown. Fears of Ethics violations. These are all fears which I can minimize by taking steps to make sure they don't materialize. For example, by keeping my current position, I can ease into my new project. By doing that, I am maintaining financial security while gaining experience so I am better positioned to jump into the that project. As long as I am careful about how my projects materialize, I am able to avoid any conflicts. Positive energy and creating relationships will bring clients to me. I can. I am. I AM!
Othila reversed cautions me that to keep with old conditioning will block my progress. It advises to leave the old ways behind and pursue new conditioning. We do without doing and things get done. This advise is timely to my activities for the day. I am finishing a two-day class. This class, along with my actions, will facilitate my future success. I meed to embrace new ways to accomplish this. I cannot rely on old conditioning. I need to look forward and move in that direction.
Hagalaz is elemental hail and its force is anger. Anger can be used productively as long as it is guided. I did not personally feel anger today. I did hear it in other voices. I heard frustration directed at others and directed at selves. I had technical difficulties with my computer connection. I did not get angry, I did feel frustrated. However, these feelings did not stay with me long. In fact, they were perhaps a blip on the radar. My chakra work is helping me to let go of anger. To stay balanced. I must admit, it was a balanced day.
Kano and Algiz joined up to guide me in my relationship with my Self. Kano advocates Inner Peace. Algiz advocates Mutual Trust. I had both. I have both. I was able to tap into my Peace while working on some exercises that could have been very emotional for me. I was able to recognize the potential for the emotion and release it. I experienced Mutual Trust with other students in the class. I had similar experiences with each, yet some connections were deeper because of shared interests.
What an amazing day!!
Isa is the task for tonight. There are fears I need to address within my mind. Fears of loss of security. Fears of not finding clients associated with a new endeavor. Fears of the unknown. Fears of Ethics violations. These are all fears which I can minimize by taking steps to make sure they don't materialize. For example, by keeping my current position, I can ease into my new project. By doing that, I am maintaining financial security while gaining experience so I am better positioned to jump into the that project. As long as I am careful about how my projects materialize, I am able to avoid any conflicts. Positive energy and creating relationships will bring clients to me. I can. I am. I AM!
Saturday, May 21, 2011
21 May 2011
What a day! It has be a long time since I have experienced such a inspiring, enjoyable, and beautiful day!
Thurisa, Kano, Isa, and Wunjo all provided guidance for my day.
Thurisa advises a pause, reflection, and consideration before taking a step forward, across the threshold. Are we ready? Are we forgetting something? Do we need to make an adjustment to our plans? These are all things, and more, we should consider as we contemplate our next move. When we are ready, then, take the step.
Kano and Isa bring caution. Kano asks we accept ourselves for who we are. That does not mean we have to stay as we are. We are always free to learn, grow, adapt, and change course. When deciding to change or to remain as we are, we must address our fears. We cannot live in the standards of the past and expect to be successful in the future. We must recognize that even the next breathe of air changes us and we are no longer what we once were. Fear is an excellent survival tool; it can also be a stumbling block if we allow it to slow us up in our pursuit of our goals, objectives, and purpose. Accept what we were, what we are, recognize we fear the unknown. Do that, then release those fears and our past to the universe and willingly take a step into the unknown, knowing the new will replace the old.
Wunjo is a celebration of joy. Celebrate yourself and all you have done, achieved, and the progress you have made. You've come a long ways and you have a long ways to go. On this day of predicted rapture, celebrate your life. Celebrate your lessons. Recognize what you assume are mistakes and failings; celebrate the things you learned as a direct and indirect result of those actions. Release them to be cleansed. Celebrate your successes in the same manner. Release them as well, knowing you are making room for new lessons. Welcome the chance to have new experiences and embrace the opportunity to learn more. Take the next step into your future with a smile upon your face!
After my day, I am not surprised to draw Odin as tonight's task. I am taking steps towards a new life. Completely unknown to me. The excitement is indescribable. The future is untold. All I know is no matter the outcome, I will be successful because I am taking that step, that first step, and will have opportunities to Adapt, Improvise, and Overcome anything that comes my way. I am responsible for my actions and inactions. No one else is. I make the choices. I act.
Thurisa, Kano, Isa, and Wunjo all provided guidance for my day.
Thurisa advises a pause, reflection, and consideration before taking a step forward, across the threshold. Are we ready? Are we forgetting something? Do we need to make an adjustment to our plans? These are all things, and more, we should consider as we contemplate our next move. When we are ready, then, take the step.
Kano and Isa bring caution. Kano asks we accept ourselves for who we are. That does not mean we have to stay as we are. We are always free to learn, grow, adapt, and change course. When deciding to change or to remain as we are, we must address our fears. We cannot live in the standards of the past and expect to be successful in the future. We must recognize that even the next breathe of air changes us and we are no longer what we once were. Fear is an excellent survival tool; it can also be a stumbling block if we allow it to slow us up in our pursuit of our goals, objectives, and purpose. Accept what we were, what we are, recognize we fear the unknown. Do that, then release those fears and our past to the universe and willingly take a step into the unknown, knowing the new will replace the old.
Wunjo is a celebration of joy. Celebrate yourself and all you have done, achieved, and the progress you have made. You've come a long ways and you have a long ways to go. On this day of predicted rapture, celebrate your life. Celebrate your lessons. Recognize what you assume are mistakes and failings; celebrate the things you learned as a direct and indirect result of those actions. Release them to be cleansed. Celebrate your successes in the same manner. Release them as well, knowing you are making room for new lessons. Welcome the chance to have new experiences and embrace the opportunity to learn more. Take the next step into your future with a smile upon your face!
After my day, I am not surprised to draw Odin as tonight's task. I am taking steps towards a new life. Completely unknown to me. The excitement is indescribable. The future is untold. All I know is no matter the outcome, I will be successful because I am taking that step, that first step, and will have opportunities to Adapt, Improvise, and Overcome anything that comes my way. I am responsible for my actions and inactions. No one else is. I make the choices. I act.
Friday, May 20, 2011
20 May 2011
Berkana reversed, Othila, and Uruz directed my day.
Berkana is growth and when reversed, growth may be slowed due to our activities.
Othila is family and inheritance and grief is intimately tied with family life. Grief may come personally or you may grieve for someone else. It also may be for something that never developed. It may strong or it may be the size of an iota. Be cognizant of grief, recognize it, bless it, and release it.
Uruz is strength. Strength provides support to things that may or may not need bolstering. Provide it as you see need. Provide it to your self, Self, dreams, etc.
Mannaz reversed is the task for tonight. It does reflect my day, as well. And, it tells me that I am on the doorstep to a new endeavor and its success is entirely up to me. I need to focus, have an open mind, and an open heart. I need to clear my blocks and accept the success that is possible in my life.
Berkana is growth and when reversed, growth may be slowed due to our activities.
Othila is family and inheritance and grief is intimately tied with family life. Grief may come personally or you may grieve for someone else. It also may be for something that never developed. It may strong or it may be the size of an iota. Be cognizant of grief, recognize it, bless it, and release it.
Uruz is strength. Strength provides support to things that may or may not need bolstering. Provide it as you see need. Provide it to your self, Self, dreams, etc.
Mannaz reversed is the task for tonight. It does reflect my day, as well. And, it tells me that I am on the doorstep to a new endeavor and its success is entirely up to me. I need to focus, have an open mind, and an open heart. I need to clear my blocks and accept the success that is possible in my life.
Thursday, May 19, 2011
19 May 2011
Eihwaz, Nauthiz, Algiz, and Eihwaz offered guidance for the day.
Eihwaz advises defense. I spent the day in "Indian Country" and I felt a different energy, not sure if it was hostile or not. A headache started and I was able to keep it at bay, to a point. I need to learn some boundaries...
Nauthiz brings with it, shame. I am flying next weekend instead of driving (I got overruled) which is okay. I walked into a mess created by a co-worker which I was not prepared for. I also over-filled a pie, so it over ran in the oven.
Algiz and Eihwaz advised mutual trust and respect. Respect and trust the self and your abilities. I wondered if my protectors were in conflict with the energies at the meeting today. Traditionally, they would have been in conflict, I think. I'm not positive, though.
Fehu is the task for tonight. It advises to consider your possessions, be honest, and thankful for abundance within your life. I made new contacts today, was honest in a meeting and with myself, and have been thankful for abundance within my life. A good task for tonight, especially to be thankful for everything within my life.
Eihwaz advises defense. I spent the day in "Indian Country" and I felt a different energy, not sure if it was hostile or not. A headache started and I was able to keep it at bay, to a point. I need to learn some boundaries...
Nauthiz brings with it, shame. I am flying next weekend instead of driving (I got overruled) which is okay. I walked into a mess created by a co-worker which I was not prepared for. I also over-filled a pie, so it over ran in the oven.
Algiz and Eihwaz advised mutual trust and respect. Respect and trust the self and your abilities. I wondered if my protectors were in conflict with the energies at the meeting today. Traditionally, they would have been in conflict, I think. I'm not positive, though.
Fehu is the task for tonight. It advises to consider your possessions, be honest, and thankful for abundance within your life. I made new contacts today, was honest in a meeting and with myself, and have been thankful for abundance within my life. A good task for tonight, especially to be thankful for everything within my life.
Wednesday, May 18, 2011
18 May 2011
At times, I wonder how people who do not have a guide or tool to guide their day decide "enough already, I will do it!" when no one is kicking them in the bum to do it??? So, Enough, ALREADY, I will do it!!
Gebo, Laguz, and Mannaz were the runes I drew this morning.
Gebo is the rune of gifts. I found an opportunity to make progress towards an objective earlier than anticipated. So, I did the paperwork and am on my way to meeting that objective so I can become a better employee and boss. Yahoo!!
Laguz indicates a need to see some humor in a situation. Someone left something where they shouldn't have, it was collected, and brought back to the office to determine what to do with the container and its contents. Labeled with the owner's name, we can't contact the owner through conventional means, and it turns out the container is empty so the owner wouldn't really care, anyway. I know those who stumble across this post won't get it because I can't give details and specifics, but it was pretty darned funny. If that wasn't enough, studying the human and its reactions to events and other humans' choices is pretty darned entertaining as well. For claiming to be rational critters, we are ruled by our emotions all too often.
Mannaz is where we start and when we enter into the world we are shown loving kindness. Be kind to all. Be kind to yourself. Be kind to your Self. Be kind. You never know when the action will be returned. Nor do you ever know when you will need just a tiny bit of kindness from someone to make your life worth living. Be kind.
Thurisa is the task for tonight. I am standing upon the doorway to a new life, a new self. I am pausing to look back upon life up until now, gathering my lessons learned, the great memories, the successes, the failures, and the little things in between. All these things I am gathering and releasing them to the world. I am preparing to open myself to something new, a new path. I am saving the wisdom I have gained, willing to gain more in different areas and willing to share the knowledge I have gained with others. I am compromising with the Self and others to refrain from pushing my will and instead am willing to watch and time my actions in accord with my habitat and the energies around me and others. I am willing to wait; however, as I wait, I will be in action: preparing a new canvas for my new colors and brush strokes as I move forward. Now is the time to repair instead of forging ahead blindly.
Gebo, Laguz, and Mannaz were the runes I drew this morning.
Gebo is the rune of gifts. I found an opportunity to make progress towards an objective earlier than anticipated. So, I did the paperwork and am on my way to meeting that objective so I can become a better employee and boss. Yahoo!!
Laguz indicates a need to see some humor in a situation. Someone left something where they shouldn't have, it was collected, and brought back to the office to determine what to do with the container and its contents. Labeled with the owner's name, we can't contact the owner through conventional means, and it turns out the container is empty so the owner wouldn't really care, anyway. I know those who stumble across this post won't get it because I can't give details and specifics, but it was pretty darned funny. If that wasn't enough, studying the human and its reactions to events and other humans' choices is pretty darned entertaining as well. For claiming to be rational critters, we are ruled by our emotions all too often.
Mannaz is where we start and when we enter into the world we are shown loving kindness. Be kind to all. Be kind to yourself. Be kind to your Self. Be kind. You never know when the action will be returned. Nor do you ever know when you will need just a tiny bit of kindness from someone to make your life worth living. Be kind.
Thurisa is the task for tonight. I am standing upon the doorway to a new life, a new self. I am pausing to look back upon life up until now, gathering my lessons learned, the great memories, the successes, the failures, and the little things in between. All these things I am gathering and releasing them to the world. I am preparing to open myself to something new, a new path. I am saving the wisdom I have gained, willing to gain more in different areas and willing to share the knowledge I have gained with others. I am compromising with the Self and others to refrain from pushing my will and instead am willing to watch and time my actions in accord with my habitat and the energies around me and others. I am willing to wait; however, as I wait, I will be in action: preparing a new canvas for my new colors and brush strokes as I move forward. Now is the time to repair instead of forging ahead blindly.
Tuesday, May 17, 2011
17 May 2011
Fehu, Kano, and Hagalaz guided my day.
Fehu brought more signs I am on the right path. My next step is to choose the avenue I want to venture down. Do a little homework and then commit. That is all there is to it.
Kano indicates an opening and at times, accepting is part of that opening. Acceptance of what I am. Acceptance of where I am. Acceptance of who I am. Acceptance of what I can become. Acceptance of who I can become. Acceptance of the tasks and steps it will take to get me to that place and that person. Some times, acceptance is hard to come by; to give; and to take. It must be done.
Hagalaz brings challenges and provides the solutions. The solutions present themselves in plain language or in the places you never expected. No matter how they present themselves, it is a good idea to stop and consider the solutions prior to implementing them to determine if they are appropriate to the situation and challenge at hand. At times, it may be best to pursue the status quo or the solution presented to you. Hagalaz does not indicate a decision needs to be implemented immediately. You can choose to rush it, or consider the situation for all angles before making a decision.
Isa is the task for tonight. When a person feels as if he/she is at a standstill, it is either a stall or a pause in the action. At times, we feel fear when we come to a halt. Instead of running scared, we should take the time to reflect. Reflect upon where we have come. Reflect upon how we have grown. Reflect upon the past and where we have come. Isa indicates a need to step back, take a breath, appreciate where we have come, let go of the mistakes, and affirm where we are going. Affirm. Affirm and take the first step towards your future.
Monday, May 16, 2011
16 May 2011
Ever feel like your calendar sneaks up on you like a mighty freight train? I was notified that I needed to take some training to qualify to do some of my work. My employer is notorious for crappy training, well, it turns out that an other agency has even WORSE training than the mother ship's. Oy!
Never mind, I digress. Fehu, Mannaz, and Uruz brought some sunshine into my day.
Fehu is associated with wealth and possessions. This wealth may not present itself in physical form. It may come in the guise of an idea or a sign that you are on the right track for your development. The less-than-thrilling news I received today, I chose to see it as a sign of the merits of my next endeavor. How cool is that, when those come knocking and you recognize them for what they are?!?
Mannaz starts at the beginning, when everything is innocent. Before we experienced life and its associated hardships, we recognized things for what they could be, not through jaded lenses. How do we return to that innocence without losing the lessons we have learned? How do we release the pre-conceived notions we have while not becoming entirely naive?
Uruz is strength, often times, supportive in nature. We are reminded to support ourselves in our dreams and aspirations. We are also guided to support others so they, too, can succeed. On one hand, it takes great strength to support (I am talking honest support here, not the double-edged sword support that has a chaser of jealousy thrown in) others in their activities and choices. The greatest strength comes when we can give the same honest support to ourselves in the same loving, non-judging manner. I hope to be as strong. I hope for you to be that strong.
Odin is the task for tonight. I admit, I was expecting to see Dagaz; however, Odin is even more appropriate. I have not had the breakthrough yet. I can still choose to walk away. Or, I can stay on this path, making choices, until I have a better understanding of my journey. No matter my choice, I can grow; I will grow!
Never mind, I digress. Fehu, Mannaz, and Uruz brought some sunshine into my day.
Fehu is associated with wealth and possessions. This wealth may not present itself in physical form. It may come in the guise of an idea or a sign that you are on the right track for your development. The less-than-thrilling news I received today, I chose to see it as a sign of the merits of my next endeavor. How cool is that, when those come knocking and you recognize them for what they are?!?
Mannaz starts at the beginning, when everything is innocent. Before we experienced life and its associated hardships, we recognized things for what they could be, not through jaded lenses. How do we return to that innocence without losing the lessons we have learned? How do we release the pre-conceived notions we have while not becoming entirely naive?
Uruz is strength, often times, supportive in nature. We are reminded to support ourselves in our dreams and aspirations. We are also guided to support others so they, too, can succeed. On one hand, it takes great strength to support (I am talking honest support here, not the double-edged sword support that has a chaser of jealousy thrown in) others in their activities and choices. The greatest strength comes when we can give the same honest support to ourselves in the same loving, non-judging manner. I hope to be as strong. I hope for you to be that strong.
Odin is the task for tonight. I admit, I was expecting to see Dagaz; however, Odin is even more appropriate. I have not had the breakthrough yet. I can still choose to walk away. Or, I can stay on this path, making choices, until I have a better understanding of my journey. No matter my choice, I can grow; I will grow!
Sunday, May 15, 2011
15 May 2011
Hagalaz, Isa, and Ehwaz guided the day. I must admit, I was expecting a humdinger of a day. It was fairly pleasant, all things considered.
Hagalaz brings disruption, hail, etc. I usually associate Hagalaz with all sorts of things, few pleasant. The most challenging thing to happen today was cooking wild rice. First, I have no idea how the recipe I followed was designed to feed one person with leftovers. I doubled it and could feed all of my family. Uffdah!
Isa brings isolation and part of isolation is addressing our fears.
Ehwaz advises to let go. Let go of what? Each of us decides. Look within for guidance, it will come. Look for it. Just look.
What a refreshing surprise, the draw tonight. Perth presented itself. Intuition, love, intimacy. The original interpretation described the atmosphere in the old halls: joy, revelry, gaming, living. When you look at the three of Blum's interpretations, they address just that: living. We have to remember to live even when life throws challenges in our direct path. Those challenges are there to test us and remind us to appreciate the great times and look for mushrooms in the dung. Say thank you for everything. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you!
Hagalaz brings disruption, hail, etc. I usually associate Hagalaz with all sorts of things, few pleasant. The most challenging thing to happen today was cooking wild rice. First, I have no idea how the recipe I followed was designed to feed one person with leftovers. I doubled it and could feed all of my family. Uffdah!
Isa brings isolation and part of isolation is addressing our fears.
Ehwaz advises to let go. Let go of what? Each of us decides. Look within for guidance, it will come. Look for it. Just look.
What a refreshing surprise, the draw tonight. Perth presented itself. Intuition, love, intimacy. The original interpretation described the atmosphere in the old halls: joy, revelry, gaming, living. When you look at the three of Blum's interpretations, they address just that: living. We have to remember to live even when life throws challenges in our direct path. Those challenges are there to test us and remind us to appreciate the great times and look for mushrooms in the dung. Say thank you for everything. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you!
Saturday, May 14, 2011
14 May 2011
Laguz reversed, Berkana, and Dagaz graced my day.
Laguz reversed advises to be cautious and not overreach. Listen to intuition and go within for guidance.
Berkana is growth and at times, help is needed to grow. Asking for help from the Self, God, or others.
Dagaz advises purpose. I attended an Art Walk today and was able to make progress towards a project I've been working on for several years. Making progress!
Teiwaz and Mannaz are the tasks for tonight. Both do well to reflect today. The three runes indicate there is work to be done within and without. Having courage to make progress towards a project I've been working on. Following intuition to help myself and asking for help from my Self. Have Courage and pursue the development of my Higher Self.
Laguz reversed advises to be cautious and not overreach. Listen to intuition and go within for guidance.
Berkana is growth and at times, help is needed to grow. Asking for help from the Self, God, or others.
Dagaz advises purpose. I attended an Art Walk today and was able to make progress towards a project I've been working on for several years. Making progress!
Teiwaz and Mannaz are the tasks for tonight. Both do well to reflect today. The three runes indicate there is work to be done within and without. Having courage to make progress towards a project I've been working on. Following intuition to help myself and asking for help from my Self. Have Courage and pursue the development of my Higher Self.
Friday, May 13, 2011
13 May 2011
This morning I drew Kano, Berkana, and Wunjo.
Kano is the rune of fire. It indicates movement in some form as well as a caution to not leap into things too quickly. It is fire after all. Even if you are in the frying pan, it is safer than jumping into the flames.
Berkana is the rune of growth and, at times, that involves asking for help. Help may come from a Higher Power, other people, or from within. For me, today, it was from within. I've been working with my chakras and some interesting things have been happening: my internal systems are changing, I can feel things coming, and a few other things that I haven't quite grasped yet. I asked my Self today a question and it pointed me in directions that I need to focus. Pointed in the right direction, I know what the right action is.
Wunjo is the rune of joy. It is good to celebrate, by saying "thanks," so your vibrations change and you can attract more good. Even when someone hurts you, say thanks because there is a lesson there.
Berkana is the task for tonight. I did grow some today. I learned a few things about actually giving thanks for things. I also learned what I needed to work on. I will continue to grow tonight, asking for help, and doing the right thing. The Right Action for tonight is Odin, to have faith in the mystery. To believe in the mystery. Thankful for the mystery.
Kano is the rune of fire. It indicates movement in some form as well as a caution to not leap into things too quickly. It is fire after all. Even if you are in the frying pan, it is safer than jumping into the flames.
Berkana is the rune of growth and, at times, that involves asking for help. Help may come from a Higher Power, other people, or from within. For me, today, it was from within. I've been working with my chakras and some interesting things have been happening: my internal systems are changing, I can feel things coming, and a few other things that I haven't quite grasped yet. I asked my Self today a question and it pointed me in directions that I need to focus. Pointed in the right direction, I know what the right action is.
Wunjo is the rune of joy. It is good to celebrate, by saying "thanks," so your vibrations change and you can attract more good. Even when someone hurts you, say thanks because there is a lesson there.
Berkana is the task for tonight. I did grow some today. I learned a few things about actually giving thanks for things. I also learned what I needed to work on. I will continue to grow tonight, asking for help, and doing the right thing. The Right Action for tonight is Odin, to have faith in the mystery. To believe in the mystery. Thankful for the mystery.
Wednesday, May 11, 2011
11 May 2011
This morning, I drew Jera, Thurisa, and Odin.
Jera is the rune of, well, waiting. It indicates a cycle needs to be completed before an outcome can be reached. A new experience in my professional life: budgeting! Boy howdy, was that a... treat? It wasn't painful; however, I didn't have all the information I needed to comfortably talk money. Next year, the guys are going to help me out with this one! (they just don't know it yet, crafty-supervisor laugh goes here...).
Thurisa is the rune of wisdom. Thor did not rush in, he took his time. The wise one does the same. Consider all your options before diving into something head, or feet, first.
Odin is the mystery in all things. Be prepared for a surprise. Embrace the unknown, you never know what it might bring!
Nauthiz is tonight's task. It does reflect the day, in some ways. Dismay at the lack of knowledge, shame because I didn't know enough to fully participate in the budget discussion and provided information that was lacking, and learning my limitations. A good task to work on!
Jera is the rune of, well, waiting. It indicates a cycle needs to be completed before an outcome can be reached. A new experience in my professional life: budgeting! Boy howdy, was that a... treat? It wasn't painful; however, I didn't have all the information I needed to comfortably talk money. Next year, the guys are going to help me out with this one! (they just don't know it yet, crafty-supervisor laugh goes here...).
Thurisa is the rune of wisdom. Thor did not rush in, he took his time. The wise one does the same. Consider all your options before diving into something head, or feet, first.
Odin is the mystery in all things. Be prepared for a surprise. Embrace the unknown, you never know what it might bring!
Nauthiz is tonight's task. It does reflect the day, in some ways. Dismay at the lack of knowledge, shame because I didn't know enough to fully participate in the budget discussion and provided information that was lacking, and learning my limitations. A good task to work on!
Tuesday, May 10, 2011
10 May 2011
Othila reversed, Thurisa, and Ansuz gave direction for today.
Othila is the rune of inheritance and family. When it is in the reversed position, old conditioning may need to be released. Consider what benefits you and others. I am pursuing more information and training, that, if I am right will be a benefit to many.
Thurisa brings wisdom. Wisdom to know what battles to fight. Wisdom to know what move to make. Wisdom to know when to rely upon our instinct.
Ansuz is a messenger and those messages are not delivered unless they are communicated. To whom do you communicate to and with? I hope you communicate with your higher Self and your higher Power in addition to the people in your life. The first two will give you more information than you will ever get from exterior sources. Open the doors and start listening to the environment around you.
Inguz is the task for tonight. Last night, I commented that I had not shared dreams or other things resulting from the last rune of the day. I did not dream anything that was overly disrupting. Therefore, I believe my premise maybe accurate. Time will tell. So, Inguz brings fertility, faith, and renewal. Fertile ground can be created and fostered. Faith needs to be fostered as well. Faith can sustain fertility and together, they can bring renewal. Renewal is the foundation to all things new.
Othila is the rune of inheritance and family. When it is in the reversed position, old conditioning may need to be released. Consider what benefits you and others. I am pursuing more information and training, that, if I am right will be a benefit to many.
Thurisa brings wisdom. Wisdom to know what battles to fight. Wisdom to know what move to make. Wisdom to know when to rely upon our instinct.
Ansuz is a messenger and those messages are not delivered unless they are communicated. To whom do you communicate to and with? I hope you communicate with your higher Self and your higher Power in addition to the people in your life. The first two will give you more information than you will ever get from exterior sources. Open the doors and start listening to the environment around you.
Inguz is the task for tonight. Last night, I commented that I had not shared dreams or other things resulting from the last rune of the day. I did not dream anything that was overly disrupting. Therefore, I believe my premise maybe accurate. Time will tell. So, Inguz brings fertility, faith, and renewal. Fertile ground can be created and fostered. Faith needs to be fostered as well. Faith can sustain fertility and together, they can bring renewal. Renewal is the foundation to all things new.
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