Julia K Cole

Getting the Most From Your Psychic Reading: Part III

2012-01-04T07:58:00.000-08:00

Okay kids! Picking up where I left off last year -- this is Part Three of my on-going series of Getting the Most From Your Psychic Reading
In my previous blogs, I gave information on all the questions you should NEVER ask a psychic. (Check my blogs from December 2011). In this installment, are samplings of some questions that will help you in getting the most from your psychic reading!
There will be a few more installments in the coming months -- so stay tuned! And Check Back Often!

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Sample Questions to Help You Get The Most From Your Psychic Reading:

1. What does the Universe /My Higher Self want me to know about the most?

This question is one groovy way to open up to what the Universe/Your Higher Self has been trying to tell you and show you.    With all the distractions taking place these days -- it isn’t any wonder that many of us miss out on the subtle messages that have been given.    But even so, we feel that nudge at the back of our necks -- a distant nagging that keeps prompting us to do a certain thing, or know something, but we can’t seem to get it. It’s during those times a psychic reader can help.

2. What can I do to move forward in my life?

The Universe just loves action! Loves! Loves! Loves it! And it really digs those who dare to go where they’ve not yet gone before!.    The Universe especially loves all those who do more than yammer on and about their dreams and actually gets up and does something about them.   The Universe stands ready to help move you along! But before you can do that -- you have to become consciously aware of what is standing in your way.

Chances are, you already know that you have some of those pesky little stumbling blocks. Oftentimes, the biggest one is Your SELF! YOU!   But have no fears my dears! None of these have be permanent.   Just by asking this particular question, you have opened yourself up to the guidance you require in that given moment. Guidance that will lead you to becoming unstuck.

Now this is very important kids. So pay closer attention to the next few paragraphs. In fact, you may want to print this, get out your highlighters to emphasize the importance of the information.

The guidance you receive from the Universe will be very, very simple. Reason being is this … Contrary to popular belief -- The Universe is the personification of simplification.

There will be no opening up the heavens! No Angelic choir singing Hallelujah! No deep James Earl Jones voice coming from the skies telling you exactly everything you ever wanted to know.     Sorry kids! But that isn’t how the Universe works!

Now! Seeing how we all reside in a very simplistic Universe it is logical to conclude that in that very moment we step out of that simplicity -- we get all confuzzled!   We start to panic and get all bent out of shape.

No matter how much you think and/or believe how complicated you are and/or your life is … it ain’t!    All your problems, obstacles, challenges -- whatever you want to call all that crap you got yourself into -- almost always has a simple answer. And there is a huge chance you already know the answer(s). In your panic -- you just forgot! That’s where a psychic reading comes in handy. Psychic readings can help you recall what you already know!

3. What is my purpose in life?
Whenever you are living your life’s purpose -- your life feels and appears to be so fantastical!! Everything just flows better. It’s like a dream that you never want to wake from! It’s that damn good!

Chances are you’re sitting there thinking -- Well that’s all good and fine for all those who know what their purpose is. But I don’t know what mine is!

Oh! But I think you do darlin’!

Your life holds many purposes over the course of your human experience.   But it always starts out as “the one" and grows and develops into other avenues.

Now that one purpose is something that you can’t seem to escape. No matter how hard you've tried. Its a dream that you can’t seem to get away from. It’s in your thoughts almost all the time. Morning, Noon and Night it’s there!   It’s something you have always wanted to do -- but felt there was never enough time or money to pursue it.   Sometimes it’s something you are too afraid to do for fear of being ridicule or looked down upon.   And it may be something that doesn’t make money -- in the beginning.      Even so, that purpose lingers around you. Nagging at you to the point you can’t ignore it no more! You now find yourself needing and wanting to do it! You just gotta!!! Or wind up in some crazy house!

A Psychic Reading can help you discover your purpose(s) and assist you in realizing them. But only if you ask!

4. How can I be more intuitive--more psychic?
This has to be one of my all time favorite questions!    I love this question because it means that you’re not some ignorant dink walking around like some mindless zombie! It means you get it! You finally get that everyone is intuitive!

Now! I want you to keep in mind that it’s really your work -- your path! But -- a reputable psychic reader like myself can get you started, help you discover how your intuition comes through for you, as well as assist you to honor and trust what you get.

VERY IMPORTANT NOTE: I and my fellow Psychic readers and mediums never, never -- EVER want to foster a dependence on us.    In all honesty -- We prefer to teach you how to get the information yourself and stand on your own two feet. That way you won't have to rely on any of us for the rest of your life.

And don't worry kids! We'll always be there to help you along the way. It's part of the gig! :-)    But Speaking for myself -- and a few others -- nothing brings a psychic reader and medium greater joy than being able to stand back and see you do it for yourself!

Until Next Time Kiddies --

Known as The Empress of the Known & Unknown Universes™ and The Diva of Duct Tape, Julia has made it her personal mission to put Reality back into Spirituality™. Julia sets out to assist people in expanding their conscious awareness through her rather unique and personal take on the human experience. In the style of Erma Bombeck, Julia utilizes her own brand of humor and down to earth demeanor to get her messages across in an all so delightful way.

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One Small Victory: The Light Switch HAS Been Flipped On!

2012-01-02T12:32:00.000-08:00

My day was brightened when I sat down with my hot steaming cup of coffee and turned on the radio this morning. Discussion about Bill S1867. On December 31, 2011, President Obama signed off on this bill.

In case you have been living under a rock somewhere on a distant planet in a galaxy far, far away -- this is the Bill that gives the military authority to detain any person they suspect as a terrorist!

See my previous blog on this subject ... Click HERE

Mike Gallagher, during his show, made some valid points. Many of which I agree with.    In particularly treating all known terrorists as enemy combantants.   Having them tried by military law -- not regular civilian laws.      Of course, there will be those who disagree.    And that's fine! But it is something I agree with. And I will not waiver my stance on it.

The laws that define what a terrorist is must be changed if any of us are to feel a measure of safety within the borders of the U.S.A.!    The way the bill reads does not exclude Americans (born or naturalized). NDAA does apply to Americans! Read the exposed myths at www.naturalnews.com

I am not comfortable giving that much authority to anyone in particular-- but it really unnerves me when I know the military has been granted a broad sweep like this. Historically speaking, both past and present, tells us it is not a good idea -- for any reason!

Don't get me wrong -- I am all for the military doing their job to protect us as a whole! I understand it is the duty and obligation of Congress to keep the American people safe. I get that! I support that! However! Washington needs to redefine what is considered a true terrorist! Post Haste!

After hearing this bill talked about by the folks in the media I feel the light switch has been flipped on! I was getting a little concern there for minute! But it doesn't stop there folks! We all must come together and contact our representatives and demand the wording be changed ASAP!

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Yes! The NDAA DOES APPLY TO AMERICANS!

2012-01-01T19:43:00.000-08:00

Folks -- in all seriousness you need to get off your collective asses and start contacting your representatives, your local and national media about this! Face Book it! Twitter it! Get this out in the open and nip it in the bud! NOW!

Myth busted: Yes, the NDAA does apply to Americans, and here's the text that says so: Read More at www.naturalnews.com

Also see my previous blog on this subject ... Click HERE

These Talk Show Hosts are NOT talking about this! At least not at the time of this writing. Contact them! Tell them you know the Truth! And you want it broadcasted on their shows so ALL AMERICANS can know and do something about it ... NOW!!

CONTACT INFORMATION FOR RADIO TALK SHOW HOSTS

Hugh Hewitt

hugh@hughhewitt.com

www.hughhewitt.com/

Sean Hannity

hannity.com/contact

800-941-7326

Michael Medved

MichaelMedved.com/michaelmedved/contact.aspx

Mike Gallagher

mikeonline.com/mikeonline/contact.aspx

Dr. Bill Bennett

billbennett.com

866-680-6464

The Dennis Miller Show

http://www.dennismillerradio.com/pg/jsp/general/contact.jsp?form3=open#form4

The Diane Rehm Show

http://thedianerehmshow.org/contact

800-433-8850

Rush Limbaugh

www.rushlimbaugh.com

ElRushbo@EIBnet.com

Smiley and West

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8-555-SPEAKOUT

Laura Ingraham

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The Empress on Predictions

2012-01-01T09:42:00.000-08:00

To kick off my Blog for 2012 -- I thought it befitting to focus on all the yearly predictions made. In particular, I wanted to give “kudos” to all those psychics who made not so much a prediction as they did a declaration to what 2012 will be bringing.

One was ... I foresee the global consciousness changing and improving in 2012.

Really? He’s claiming that one as an original prediction? *ROFL*

There is this one psychic who claims that the entire political establishment will be done away with in 2012.

One can only hope!

And then there are the ones “predicting” earthquakes, fires, floods, and hurricanes.

Seriously? You mean to tell me that there is actually going to be … *gasps* … earthquakes, floods and hurricanes in 2012???!!! And fires??!!! WHAT?!!! Noooooo!

Come on people! Let’s get realistic here! These are not psychic predictions. They’re predictions -- yes. But there isn’t anything special about them.

Predictions are nothing more than guesstimates … at best. Guesstimates that are created and gauged by the current trends. You have a 50/50 chance at being right!

And the guy that made his so called prediction about the occupy movement? Sweetie -- I am on record for making that very prediction years before it happened!     Doesn’t make me special in the least.    In fact, I know it was nothing more than a replay of something that had already happened in history. Maybe not exactly the way it happened before -- but it was very similar.   Like all good psychics, I just followed the trends, watched the “flight patterns” of the human condition … and viola! Made the prediction!

Then there are the predictions made that are seemingly more involved with supernatural powers. Like the nuclear power plant in Japan.    Hate to bust your bubble -- but any prediction made with respect to this --they too were guesstimates.   Nuclear power plants have a long history of going bad.   It was only a matter of time before Japan’s power plant went belly up! Anyone doing research into these power plants could narrow down a time line and make a guesstimate as to when it would begin having issues. Nothing supernatural or special about the prediction. Again, you have a 50/50 chance in being right!

And the earthquake?   These are not out of the norm.   Not now anyways. The earth is shifting -- literally. Of course, anyone who actually knows anything about Planet Earth would know that she is constantly moving!!! She is a Alive! And is, and always has been, moving!     And consider the facts that we, as a whole, have been creating more fault lines, encouraging more and more earth shifts, with all our mining, excavating and constant use of multi-ton vehicles.    It isn’t any real wonder that there are more earthquakes occurring these days.

Anyone that knows geography knows that earthquakes occur in Japan regularly --most of which go virtually unnoticed.   And Japan is an island folks!    They have tsunamis!!!    Do the Math!

Speaking of constant earth quakes … California comes to mind.    I would love for someone to explain to me how is it that the people in that state get all shocked every year when there is a fire, a mudslide or an earthquake?    And what is it about psychics making predictions regarding this are hailed to be the best thing since sliced bread??!

Now I know what you’re thinking (I’m psychic after all!). You want to know why am I going on about psychics and predictions when I am a psychic reader myself.    Well, it’s simple really. I am all about educating people. As a psychic reader and medium, my primary job includes creating conscious awareness in as many people as possible.    In fact, this is the principal job description of anyone who is a bon-a-fide psychic reader and medium!

Shocking as that may sound! It’s true!

There is nothing out of the ordinary about psychic readers and mediums. Nothing unique about any of us really. Except maybe our individual style. As far as being singled out and chosen, special in some “touched by god” sort of way -- nope!

There is, however, one thing that does set psychic readers and mediums apart from the rest. They are more consciously aware of the energies all around us.    Many of us are very well read too!   And many of us are also news and history junkies.   All of this adds to the awareness and helps us to be a better psychic reader!   Again, nothing supernaturally out of the ordinary about any of us!

The actual word psychic is a Greek word meaning Soul! So seeing how we are all souls -- that means what? Yea! That’s right!

Now being a psychic reader just means you are a soul reader. It literally means you are consciously aware of the energies exuding out from all the souls around you. Being a medium means you are consciously aware of those energies emanating and interacting outside and around the physical world.

Yes folks! It is really that simplistic! And it is really that down to earth!

So I hope when you hear of any predictions -- you’ll be educated enough to know -- there was a 50/50 chance of them being wrong. And on the offset they are right more than they are wrong -- only means their awareness is more honed than others. Nothing you yourself can’t do -- if you bothered to put forth any effort!

Now … in the spirit of making predictions *LOL* … I’m going to make a few predictions of my own.

In 2012 there will be ...

People who are going to get pissed off by what I said here! They will not have read it all the way through, make their judgments accordingly and set out to get angry with me, slander me and try their best to prove me wrong! On the flip side there will be a few who will agree with me and actually add to what was said here.

And in closing ... as in times past ... There will continue to be those who blindly follow and there will be those who will take a stand and lead others into a higher consciousness.

Happy New Year!

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The Empress on 2011: Final Thoughts

2011-12-30T14:49:00.000-08:00

In my final thoughts on 2011, I am reminded of those I said good bye this past year. Interestingly enough, there weren’t that many. And I say that because -- in years past, the number of people I said good bye to were in the triple digits. But 2011, the numbers dwindled down to the single numbers.

On February 7, 2011, my mother passed away . After almost a year, I still can’t figure out how I feel about that.   Having been estranged from her for so long, coupled with the fact that I am a medium, it’s really difficult to decipher my feelings on her physical death.   A huge part of me, however, is relieved that she is no longer suffering. I don’t like seeing anyone in any kind of pain.

My mother left behind a legacy of confusion. It’s how she lived her life -- so it’s only fitting that her death would reflect the same.    The world around me actually mirrors my mother in so many ways -- too many to even begin to count. Which may be one of many reasons why I don’t miss her as much as I feel I should.

In 2011, I managed to kick out -- and keep out -- certain people who were always finding ways to inject their brand of doom and gloom about everything! They were always telling me: I can't do this -- I can’t say that! That’s not how you do it! You’re wrong! I’m the only one who knows better than you! Blah! Blah! Blah!

Anything and everything I did and/or said was always put down by these people. Couldn't do anything right where they were concerned. So I kicked their asses OUT and slammed that door shut!

These were the people who were constantly trying to control every aspect of my being.   You know the type. Everyone has at least one of those people around.    For whatever reason/reasons -- I seem to have had more than my fair share of those types. Oy! But … 2011 proved to be the year where I managed to keep that door to those types of relationships closed.    Now, as I watch the clock ticking away towards 2012 -- I can’t help but feel really proud of myself for standing my ground in this particular regard.

2011 was also the year where I renewed some old friendships that had fell to the wayside.   We had parted in late 2009 -- and found our paths crossing in 2011.    The time during our separation brought us into some really groovy wisdom -- our friendship is better and stronger for it.

Oh! And I am very proud to announce … (drum roll please) I finally managed to actually complete my first book (the first in a trilogy) in 2011! Woo! Hoo!    Sufficient to say … I can honestly relate to Tolkien! Lord of the Rings’ fans know what I’m talking about here.

I feel that the last two books in this series won’t take as long as the first! I know it won’t -- cause I’m already half finished with Book 2. And Book 3 -- got one-third of it on paper! Yea! For me!!!!

I have several other literary projects in the works in 2012. And unlike in times past … I am actually feeling good about them all. I don’t feel that twinge of drudgery as I use to.   Actually feel excited about it all.     This excitement -- this feeling of freedom -- is actually new for me. I never felt it before -- not like this!

And I LOVE IT!

Regardless of the insanity taking place around me -- I am really feeling good about 2012!

While I know there will continue to be challenges along the way during the new year, I feel these incredible energies building and gaining strength.    An incredibly wonderful feeling that something fantastical is just over the horizon! Something brought about by all the hard work I and so many others have been doing over the decades.

And no … I am not expecting any Utopia to suddenly appear through some extraterrestrial or divine intervention. I am, however, seeing something more tangible in its finishing stages taking place in 2012.   And yes, I take pride in the knowingness that I played a small part in it!

As we face the final count-down to 2012 ... I shall leave you with an excerpt from the Children of the Luminaries© series …

All that no longer serves your growth -- leave it.
All those who no longer serve your higher purposes -- Bid farewell!

Bring with you only the wisdom that you earned during the challenges you faced -- all those you overcome -- even the ones that you didn't. Take only the Love and compassion these events inspired and instilled in you.

Lift your head up and take heart that this is by no means the end of who you are -- but the return to your true self!

Remember this … and remember it well … that after all that has been said and done -- only Love matters! It is all that ever truly mattered! It is the only thing that ever matters!

Grandmother Willow to The Oracle

Children of the Luminaries ~ Book III: The Day of Reckoning

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The Empress on 2011: Part Four

2011-12-30T08:46:00.000-08:00

The days leading up to the new year is always a time of reflection.   While this year is no different, 2011 seems to have prompted many to really dig down deeper than ever before.   The years leading up to this present year no doubt had a great deal to do with this.   To say the very least -- it’s been a rough couple of years!

While each year brings with it a renewed since of hope, there is something about 2012 that brings an added boost to that feeling. In truth -- 2012 carries an excitement that causes all other years to pale in comparison.

Maybe it’s all the “hoopla” surrounding this year that has us all collectively in a tizzy.    I mean, we all have been anxiously awaiting the arrival of this particular year for some time now.   Waiting with baited breath to see if the so called “prophecies” are true.

Speaking of prophecies -- the Mayan calendar-- in no way, shape, form or fashion states that 2012 is the end of the world! That propaganda came from the religious fanatics, and passed on by followers of this ill conceived thought! Propaganda that has been further perpetuated by a certain well known, world wide radio talk show -- whose name shall not be mentioned!

But even still -- there is a certain air surrounding 2012 that is utterly electrifying!

There is no mistaking it -- a new era of humankind is upon us! And it is exciting!

In preparation of this exciting new year -- many of us are shedding the dregs of all the years past. We are consciously leaving behind all that no longer serves us. In other words -- All that nonsense that happened in 2011 -- stays in 2011!

This preparation also includes expansion of the education of the masses who are now in the process of waking up! The few who experienced their awakening many years prior to this time -- who have spent these years leading up to 2012 consciously training -- are now heeding the call to aid those now coming out of their long soul slumber!

As many of us are aware -- the majority of the earth’s population has been dumbed down to the point of absolute emotional and mental retardation.    Creating a society of needy greedy self entitled drama queens!   Selfishness and self entitlement -- people who actually believe “someone else” should be doing all the work -- and then hand over all their hard earned money and belongings to these lazy, selfish people.    These little nits want what others have -- but don’t want to work for it. They want it all handed over to them -- because they believe -- actually believe-- they are entitled to it.

All this has been made self evident through the media and personal experiences -- both off and on line!

As an example of this on-going and growing self-entitlement attitude on-line … is Face Book.   There are people who actually believe they have the right to be on your personal page, a part of your personal network -- whether you want them there or not. These self entitled needy greedy little drama queens actually are convinced -- that they have the right say whatever they want; do whatever they want -- and you’re suppose to just sit back and allow it.    In fact, they have this attitude that YOU should be grateful that they are there.

People who go along with this mind set try to make others feel bad for removing these assholes. They use passive manipulation; or in some instances out right admonition for doing so.

Been seeing this run rampant throughout this social network. No doubt it is happening in other networks of this ilk -- wouldn’t know -- don’t visit those. Don’t care to either.

This entire dumbing down of the masses has been deliberately orchestrated by those who wish to keep the populace in control! Why? Because those in so called control know their time is limited -- and it is running out!

Those of us who have managed to stay alert, awake and do not succumb to the idiot factor -- we have a huge task ahead of us!   To quote Master Teacher Jesus -- “the need is great -- but the workers are few!”

Hopefully -- 2012 will bring about a stronger conscious awareness and people, for the most part, will not only WAKE UP … but GROW UP!

I got Hopes … HIGH Hopes!

Counting down to 2012 -- and to a Great Era of MASS AWAKENING!

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The Empress on 2011: Part Three

2011-12-29T19:29:00.000-08:00

I am sorry to report that in 2011 we saw an increase of “reality” TV shows. Which is proof positive of how utterly dumbed down the majority has gotten! As if there weren’t enough distractions -- we are now bombarded by trashy television shows that have the audacity to call themselves “reality” TV. And don’t even get me started on those ridiculous, badly slammed together paranormal shows.

It has gotten so bad, I don’t even own a television any more! Why bother? All the good decent shows are all but disappeared. And what shows were good and entertaining can now be found on the internet. Or if you still have a television you can purchase them on DVD.

2011 has also seen the rise of what I like to call ... the "Stuck on Stupid Syndrome" or S.O.S.S. for short!

Where else but on a planet taken over by the utterly stupid can you find a law that clearly prohibits TEXTING ON A CELL PHONE WHILE DRIVING???!!!

If you weren’t stupid to begin with -- you wouldn’t have to be told that texting and/or talking on the telephone is a really stupid idea! And there wouldn't have been a need to pass a law to prohibited it! But Stupid people have to be told it’s not a good idea --- that it‘s really stupid To TEXT and/or TALK on the telephone while driving … because they are STUPID!

Same thing with drinking booze and driving. People too stupid to know if you are drinking, it slows down and messes up your reactions. What really amazes me is the drunks who are so drunk they can't stand but still believe they can drive a car! STUPID! Tellin' ya!

Then there are the stupid people who like to pretend they are clever. They're the ones that will explain to you that talking to someone in the car next to you is distracting and that having children in the car is distracting. My reply to that line of logic? If you are THAT easily distracted -- then you don't need to be driving in the first damn place because you are apparently too damn stupid to focus on what is important!

Wit respect to that very "clever statement" ... I do have a few suggestions though (of course I do!).

If the kids are the cause of said distraction -- you know they are ill behaved -- you know they are going to act up while you are driving you can either (1) do what our parents did and pull over; (2) threaten them with bodily harm or knock them upside their heads or BOTH; or (3) duct tape them together and toss them in the back seat; or (4) just leave them at home!

If you have a friend and/or family member who is a virtual chatty cat -- and you know they are a chatty cat -- and you know they will distract you with all their chatting --- you can (1) threaten to throw them out; (2) throw them out; (3) duct tape up and toss'em in the back seat; or (4) just leave them at home!

Actually if you are among the truly stuck on stupid -- it's just best you stay at home and watch your stupid "reality tv shows! It's best for all involved really!

Of course, stupid people are not going to do any of that. Rather than taking any steps that remotely resemble intelligent and responsible actions-- they prefer risking life and limb of not only themselves -- but that of innocent by standers! Which of course results in life altering injuries, unnecessary deaths and MORE DAMN LAWS!

Now ... If you still believe there are no stuck on stupid people on this planet -- I will refer to all those labels that had to be placed on certain products to keep the stupid people from harming themselves--and each other. It's been an on-going problem for years! And now -- they have slowly taken over the entire planet -- and gaining in numbers!

Proof positive that stupid people have taken over the planet, and continue to breed like rabbits, is based on this one all important fact -- and it as follows .... long ago, you were hard pressed to find more than two village idiots at any given time! Now ... its the other way around! NOW you are hard pressed to find more than two NON-STUCK ON STUPID people in the same village. In some instances -- the entire village is nothing BUT idiots!

Those of us who have any measure of good sense, any level of comprehension skills pass the kindergarten level, and any type of logical and analytical abilities, can now consider themselves on the Endangered Species list!

Unfortunately, the American government has seen fit to close down the space program. So we're stuck on this rock until one of us comes up with a serum that cures stupidity or builds an outer space Noah's Ark so we non stuck on stupid types can haul ass!

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Hopefully, 2012 will be the year our old friends Good Sense (formerly known as "common" sense), Common Courtesy and Logic will return. After all, 2012 is being hailed as the year of enlightenment! So there is hope!

Yea ... I know! I'm a dreamer!

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The Empress on 2011 -- Part Two

2011-12-28T06:26:00.000-08:00

In 2011, while the general public continued on with their various distractions -- Congress sneaked several bills under the wire.    One was Bill S 1867.    This is the bill that gives the military the right to arrest and detain anyone they believe to be a threat against America.

Now I know that our politicians are sworn to uphold the Constitution and protect this nation against threats both foreign and domestic.   I get that.    But history has shown the down side of giving the military that much control.     Germany. Russia. China. Korea. Are only a few examples, both past and present, of that downside.

Many are stating that folks just got all worked up over this bill. That it doesn’t apply to “good Americans.”   And good Americans have nothing to fear. Yea? Interesting.    Many Austrians and Germans were told they had nothing to fear so long as they were “good patriots.”     Yea, and we all know how that panned out. Don’t we?

So who determines who is a good American and who is a terrorist?    The government?   Yea? Well here’s a sampling of the government’s definition of what a suspected terrorist is.

According to Sen. Rand Paul (R-KY):

“We’re talking about American citizens who can be taken from the United States and sent to a camp at Guantanamo Bay and held indefinitely. There are laws on the books right now that characterize who might be a terrorist: someone missing fingers on their hands is a suspect, according to the Department of Justice.

Someone who has guns, someone who has ammunition that is weatherproofed, someone who has more than seven days of food in their house can be considered a potential terrorist. {emphasis added}

If you are suspected because of these activities, do you want the government to have the ability to send you to Guantanamo Bay for indefinite detention?”

And before any of you go crying about how I am passing on fear -- shut your pie hole!   Pointing out the truth and potential hazards is not fear mongering.    If you get all tingly with fear by someone speaking and/or pointing out the truth -- that’s your challenge to overcome!

I will remind each of you that Y2K was a potential threat. However it was thwarted due to people becoming consciously aware!

The more consciously aware you are of the things going on around you -- the better your position to buffer it, improve upon it and/or thwart it.

If it resonates with a dark dense energy -- Shed light on it and it will shrink!

Speaking of shedding a little light on the subject … there was the light bulb bill … which was thankfully overturned! And you know why don’t you? Because lots of folks became … what? Anyone? Anyone? Yea! That’s right! Now you’re getting it!

There was a great deal more passed that falls under suspicion -- I urge each person reading this blog to do the research, become consciously aware and SPEAK OUT in the coming new year!

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The more I think back on the last four years -- and the more I see what is going on in our country ... I keep hearing the words from one of my favorite Star Wars movies ...

"So this is how liberty dies...with thunderous applause." Padmé Amidala ~ Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith

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2012 is the year we will be voting for President of the U.S.A. And again, as it was in 2008, it appears the pickings are slim -- very slim!

Granted -- I am not what you would call ... fond ... of any politician! I find the majority of them to be lacking of any real logic, good sense and backbone!

If it were left up to me -- I would fire every last one of them (without severance pay) and invoke one term tenures for their replacements!

Thankfully, many more people have waken up and learned from their stupid mistakes of 2008. The good news -- you don't find as many ass kissing supporters as in 2008. Sure -- they're still out there -- still hoping to find favor with the current leader and administration. But their numbers -- thankfully -- are dwindling!

Knowledge is a power tool. The information is out there -- and is making it's way throughout the nation via the internet. Which is probably one of many reasons the current administration is wanting to shut down the internet through stiff "regulation."

They don't want people learning the truth! Which is one of their biggest mistakes.

The American people found a way back in the day long before Google -- and they will find a way should their virtual voice be declared a threat to the fadder-land ... I mean to America!

As I have stated in previous blogs -- and will continue to state -- I hold out hope! Call me a dreamer if you want! But believe that Good always wins out! How high the cost of that win -- is all dependent upon how quickly the rest of the world's population is willing to let go of their stupidity, their fears of loss and the unknown!

May 2012 be that year!

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The Empress on 2011-- Part One

2011-12-26T13:20:00.000-08:00

2011 has been an interesting year of intense challenges. Perhaps more so than in previous years.

Depending on who you talk to -- it has been a year of pure hell on every level for a great number of people world wide.   Some claim 2011 as being the year to shed off the remaining residual energies of all that no longer serve.    While others see it as the beginning of the end of the world.   Speaking of the end of the world -- 2011 was allegedly the year for that.   According to evangelist Harold Camp anyways.   Yea ... well ... so much for that ... eh?

Fanatics ... the world is full of fanatics! All kinds of fanatics! Sports and celebrities; religious and political. While it has always been around --fanaticism (political and religious most particular) appears to be gaining steam these days. I'm guessing it has alot to do with the whole myth surrounding 2012 that's making people more fanatical.   And with the internet literally creating a smaller universe -- insanity is more readily available. No doubt adding to the intensity of wonkiness these days as well.

In 2011 we saw the formation of the Occupy Movement. Personally, I (as well as many others) would have taken the participants of this "movement" a little more seriously had we not seen signs of greed, selfishness and ignorance filtering throughout each grouping throughout each occupied event.

I'm still waiting on someone who can explain to me what the movement was really about. It appeared the only thing the occupiers seemed to know was ... the banks were at fault and they (the occupiers) were all paying for the establishment's greed.

While that may be true -- for the most part -- there were questions left unanswered by this movement and its participants. The number one question being ... What about personal responsibility?

The answer to that question came by way of a sign one participant was carrying. A sign that pretty much summed up the entire movement for the rest of the population who watched with a mixture of fascination and disdain. And that infamous sign of course was ...

"Throw me a bone! Pay my student Loan!"

Really? Utterly Fascinating ... to say the least! Of course, the hard core occupiers would deny (vehemently) that was not what they were truly about! *yawn* Yea, okay! Sure!

Like it or not ... this one sign -- is what the occupy movement will be remembered by! And it will forever overshadow any good the participants had intended. Well that and the utter filth the occupiers had left in their wake during their stint on Wall Street--as well as other places they laid siege.

Good Job People! You managed to single handedly screw yourselves over while trying to make your point! FYI: No one with any real logic or good sense will take your actions seriously as long as you mimic the same greed, the same self-entitlement and the same no taking of responsibility for your self!

Now -- if all that weren't outrageous enough -- there are many within the occupy movement who are using Jesus as an excuse to justify their own worldly motives. This for me, in unto itself, has provided yet another reason why I cannot take them seriously.

It isn't enough that many use Jesus as a reason to kill thousands upon thousands; use his good name to torment and persecute others -- but now some of these occupiers have the audacity to twist his work to justify their own agendas!??   PLEASE!

As an example of not only of the occupier’s continued audacity -- and their ignorance as well -- was a status stating that 'Jesus was a liberal!'

Excuse me? Jesus had no political affiliations! He taught and encouraged his followers to take care of one another! He encouraged them to be generous in providing for those who could not provide for themselves. To care for the widows and orphans, the fatherless child, to assist them to stand on their own two feet. There was no mention in getting the government involved in this process.

Jesus and his followers, unlike the liberals, did not hang off the teats of the government! He and his followers were self reliant! There was nothing Jesus taught that created a "nanny state" -- he did not teach the people to become dependent upon any government.

Jesus taught To give a hand UP -- not a hand OUT!

Jesus taught Self Responsibility and Self Reliance; He was an example of charity and generosity. Nothing he said or did was politically motivated!

And then there was a status I found floating around on Face Book during Christmas:

'Today, many celebrate an underprivileged mom giving birth in a stable, to a baby who grew up to be a prominent activist for peace, love and compassion; who preferred the company of prostitutes, the poor and the disabled than that of the religious or financial elite; who at one time took radical direct action against the banking system and who, at the conclusion of his life, was executed publicly as an enemy of state. Jesus was an Activist! Merry Christmas!'

First of all, Mary was not underprivileged! She came from a prominent family! As did Joseph -- Jesus' "foster" father.     Both Mary and Joseph were of the Davidic line.    Or didn't anyone know that? Apparently not.

During the time Mary was about to give birth it was also the time of census taking. By law, each man, woman and child were to return to their ancestral home for accounting.   Because it was a busy time -- It was a first come -- first serve situation.   There were no phones, no internet to call or email ahead for reservations. No Orbitz. No Travellocity.   You arrive late -- you were s.o.o.l.!

Mary and Joseph arrived to Bethlehem during a time when the city was overflowing with people who came to be counted for the census. They arrived late apparently -- no doubt due to her condition.   Travel back then was harsh even under the best of circumstances. But being very pregnant as Mary was made it even more difficult.

Despite their reasons why they arrived when they did doesn't really matter. The prophecies had stated that Jesus would be born in the City of David -- namely Bethlehem! And so it was. What room -- or in this instance lack of -- was not because Mary was underprivileged -- but because they had arrived during an extraordinarily busy time and the rooms were all taken!

And FYI: Jesus was NOT born on December 25th! That date was chosen by "the church" at a much later date!    Christmas is actually the Roman Pagan holiday called Saturnalia!

Secondly -- Jesus took action against those merchants and money changers because they were desecrating the Temple to do their business. The Temple was not a place for such things.   It was a sacred place for worship, contemplation and meditation.

Third ... The government -- the state -- at that given time of Jesus' trial and subsequent execution was Rome. Jesus was NOT the enemy of Rome!   This was publicly announced by the governor himself. The Governor of that region during this time, was a man by the name of Pilate. Remember him? Pilate found no evidence that Jesus had committed any crimes against Rome. In fact, Pilate washed his hands of the entire situation and wanted nothing more to do with the Jews and their petty disagreements. So he sent Jesus back to the Jewish religious leaders

Jesus was convicted by greedy religious bastards who feared him because he was waking people up to their lies. Jesus was sent to his death by Jewish radicals who wanted a leader to overthrow Rome.

Because it was the year of Jubilee -- the people were given the opportunity to set free a prisoner of their choosing. They chose a convicted murderer by the name of Barabus. Why? Because they wanted someone to lead them to overthrow the current government!   Namely ... ROME!

And how did that pan out for them? Anyone? Anyone?

Oh and by the way ... you folks may want to make special note of what Jesus told these Jewish radicals when they had come to implore him to lead the way to their victory ... to join them and overthrow the Romans. You do know what Jesus said to them don't you? Obviously, by that damnable face book status ... you don't!

Each one of you who chooses to twist Jesus' work might want to do a bit more research into what he really stood for.   And too, rethink your strategies in this regard -- or face the same fate as those radicals in Jesus' day. And all those charlatans that came after who adulterated his works to suit their own selfishness.

In truth, it takes a great deal to offend me. I take offense with anyone who uses Jesus as an excuse to do whatever they want. Be they politically motivated or religiously motivated.    I love Jesus dearly -- and these lies, half-truths and twisting the truth of who he was and what he stood for -- really annoys me to no end.

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Yea, went off on a rant there! I know!

I make no apologies for it!

I am really sick and tired of people taking Jesus' work and twisting to suit their particular greedy needy dramas. And what really burns my beans are people who accept these twisted half-truths ... out right lies ... ill conceived notions ... as truth! Just blindly following along accepting and passing along the ignorance without so much as picking up a book, getting online to Google it ... NOTHING. Just blind acceptance.

And before any one of you deny this ... I want you to think back a few weeks ago on another man. A famous person. A man who is respected, loved and admired for his particular works here on earth. His name? Jon Bon Jovi.

To paraphrase a quote from Mark Twain ~ The reports of his death was greatly exaggerated! And yet so many took it as truth! Face Book was flooded with condolences ... and yet -- very few even bothered to check if his death was true before posting!

Yea, I think I made my points in this regard ... don't you?

My hopes for the coming new year is simple. I hope that many of you walking around with your heads stuck up your ass will manage to pull it out -- and keep it out!

I Can Dream ... Can't I?

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Holiday Sig Tags 2011

2011-12-21T20:57:00.000-08:00

Various Holiday Sig Tags for 2011~

WARNING

Some of the sig tags contain Adult Content

and may be unsuitable for the Easily Offended!

Christmas 2011 Signature Tags (Part 2)

2011-12-21T20:47:00.000-08:00

Here are some more Christmas Sig Tags I have made this Holiday Season of 2011

WARNING

Some of the tags contain Adult Content

And may not be suitable for those easily offended!

CHRISTMAS 2011 SIGNATURE TAGS (part 1)

2011-12-21T10:41:00.000-08:00

Here are some of my Christmas Tags I made this year!

WARNING:

Some of the signature tags contain Adult Content!

May not be suitable for those easily offended!

Why Isn't This Being Reported?!

2011-12-17T10:46:00.000-08:00

Why aren't we hearing more about Bill - S.1867? Even the political (both conservative and liberal) talk shows that I listen to aren't reporting it.

Why? Now THAT'S the proverbial $64 question!

Did I somehow just just miss the news reports?? ummm -- NO! I don't think so! I mean -- seriously-- What the hell?!!

Below is the letter I have been sending out to all the talk show hosts. Feel free to use it -- make it your own--add to it -- whatever you need to do ... and then SEND IT!

I have listed some of the talk show contact information down below as well as a link for letter addressed to President Obama himself.

But don't stop there! Contact the networks! Contact your local television affiliates! Newspapers!

Get the Word Out! Twitter -- Face Book -- Blogs -- and the other on line networking tools available!

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I'm a bit disturbed by the fact that I haven't heard this on any of the talk shows or on the news:

Passed: Americans can be detained without due process Bill - S.1867

Maybe I missed it?

While I realize the Presidential race is important -- it is also serving as a major distraction. President Obama and his co-horts are pushing out our freedoms right under our collective noses!

Many of us are doing our part by passing the information around on Face Book, Twitter, and our individual blogs. But we are ALL wondering -- what is going on with you guys that you aren't reporting this?

Hugh Hewitt

hugh@hughhewitt.com

www.hughhewitt.com/

Sean Hannity

hannity.com/contact

800-941-7326

Michael Medved

MichaelMedved.com/michaelmedved/contact.aspx

Mike Gallagher

mikeonline.com/mikeonline/contact.aspx

Dr. Bill Bennett

billbennett.com

866-680-6464

The Dennis Miller Show

http://www.dennismillerradio.com/pg/jsp/general/contact.jsp?form3=open#form4

Contact Here

The Diane Rehm Show

http://thedianerehmshow.org/contact

800-433-8850

Rush Limbaugh
www.rushlimbaugh.com

ElRushbo@EIBnet.com

Smiley and West

www.smileyandwest.com

http://www.smileyandwest.com/contacts.html

8-555-SPEAKOUT

Sign the Letter!

Let President Obama know how you feel about this Bill!

Sign it and Pass it on!

President Obama: Listen to the American People, Not Your Advisers

secure.aclu.org

Contact President Obama NOW and ask him to veto any bill that contains indefinite detention without charge or trial.

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Bill - S.1867 -- WELCOME TO NAZI AMERICA!??!!

2011-12-15T14:17:00.000-08:00

Passed: Americans can be detained without due process Bill - S.1867

www.youtube.com

Excuse ME! This IS NOT the America I know and Love! The Country of my heart and Soul!

THIS is NOT what our founding fathers had in mind!

THIS IS NOT WHAT I WANT FOR MY CHILDREN!

Send out your Message -- Let your Voice Be Heard!

Let those in Washington Know how we feel!

Don't sit on your ass and let this Nazi-like bull shit continue on!

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They claim they have no money for basic necessities for the American People

They claim they need to cut back on Military spending

They claim they can't allow Medicaid/Medicare and Social Security to continue on

They Claim there is no money for anything that is necessary for the BASIC NEEDS of the poor, the elderly, the children, and so forth

BUT ... they have the funds to back this Freeze Dried Bull shit?

WAKE UP AMERICA!

1984 IS HERE!

Just When You Thought ...

2011-12-09T13:15:00.000-08:00

. . . this country couldn't sink any lower -- couldn't possibly get their collective heads rammed up their asses any further ... Take a Good Look at THIS!

The following is a repost from Face Book:

"...the Air Force now confirms that body fragments linked to at least 274 fallen military personnel sent to the Dover Air Force Base Mortuary were cremated, incinerated and buried with medical waste. That procedure was in place between November 2003 and May 1, 2008. The Air Force also said that 1,762 body parts were never identified and also were disposed of, first by cremation, then by further incineration and then buried in a landfill...."

"...An earlier report found instances of mismanagement and inadequate accounting at Dover, noting that some body parts were missing from the mortuary and in one case an arm was sawed off so a body would fit in a casket..."

As an American, as well as some one with military family... I am ashamed, disgraced and absolutely DISGUSTED by this!!! How is it that we can let some one sacrifice their life for our freedom... then dump them in a landfill like a piece of garbage?! Whoever is behind this should be burned and dumped in a landfill the same as the soldiers who they have disgraced!!!

You know ... it's gotten to the point where I don't EVEN want anyone to know I'm from this planet!

It's for Our Own Good -- Right?

2011-12-05T11:08:00.000-08:00

As many of you are already aware -- On January 1, 2012 -- our good ole' 100 Watt bulbs will be outlawed! They will be considered contraband folks! ILLEGAL!

The good old Nanny State has come through for us once again by deeming these 100 Watt bulbs as not being good for Mother Earth! And as one politically correct fashioneesta stated ... "they're not very pretty!" Of Course, everyone knows ... the government is only looking after "our welfare" by doing this!

They -- the Nanny Gov't , along with their politically correct watch dogs-- will be ordering us to use the more "fashionable" Earth friendlier spiral version. Real nice of them don't you think?

So what if the newer version is filled with mercury! And so what if it is going to cost millions more to "properly" dispose of them! It's for our own good!

I mean, after all, the United States government only has our best interest at heart. Right?

Why is it that every single time I turn around -- yet ANOTHER one of our rights is being taken away? Doesn't that bother any of you? That your rights are slowly being taken -- one by one by one?

Have any of you used these newer "bulbs"? They're god-awful! And now I have to worry about hazard waste in my home should they break? And what kind of poison is being released while using them? They are filled with Mercury you know!

But the Government is only looking after the future of Mother Earth! They only want us to have what they deem is best for us. Right?

I mean that's why they tried their best (and are still trying by the way) to make it illegal for any of us to grow our own food! The Government is only looking after us! Trying their best to take care us! Cause Heaven knows -- we're too stupid to do it for ourselves!

I mean ... buying food from the super market that has been laced with all kinds of pesticides that the FDA has approved is better than anything we could grow organically. Consuming all those poisons serves to strengthen our immune systems. Right? And all those other people getting sick and dying from all that crap ... well they were going to die anyways -- of something ... eventually! Right? It's the survival of the fittest. Am I right?

Remember those bottles of cough syrup you use to be able to go out and buy freely--at any time you needed them? The government chose to enforce "Rules" so that now we are limited in what we can get -- and only with proper I.D.!!! All this was done in order to keep us all safe from those nasty drug labs that just keep popping up in all our neighborhoods!

Then there are the Airport Security folks. Bless'em! Of course, this was only to protect us as well. What's a little inconvenience -- just so long as we are kept safe! Right? I mean ... sure our elderly and children get all felt up while that nice Muslim reading their Koran -- wearing their head to toe gear-- is allowed to get through with a smile! And that suspicious looking person carrying no luggage and looking about nervously gets a free pass.

It's all for the best! Really! It is! Our government only wants what is best ... for the American people! We wouldn't want to upset those nice Muslim folks by asking them to step aside to get groped! Now would we? And we would not want to upset that person sweating profusely, who paid for his ticket in cash and has no luggage! Wouldn't want those folks to get the wrong idea about the USA. Wouldn't want to offend anyone!

Living within the Nanny state calls for major adjustments. We have to remember that our Government is only doing what's best for us. Saddam Hussien tried his best to get that point across to his own people you know. And surely all of you remember how Adolf Hitler was only doing what was for the betterment of the Fatherland! I mean seriously! All those big governments of history-- both past and present -- each of their leaders were only doing what they felt was best for the people overall! Right?

I guess we should all be more thankful that our Government is trying to do the same for us here. To better this country by taking away our rights, our civil liberties, etc. Especially if those rights, civil liberties,etc. are harming us in some way. Right?

Besides! It's only a light bulb for crissakes! What's one little light bulb being taken away from us gonna do?

I mean ... after all ... it's for our own good! Right?

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The Empress on Being Thankful

2011-11-24T08:47:00.000-08:00

So What are you thankful for?

Whenever I am asked this question, the first answer that pops into my head is ... I'm thankful for not being one of these people who walk around with their head stuck up their ass!

While that answer, for some, may come across as crass -- it is my sincerest heartfelt feelings. And I don't make any apologies for it.

It is my hope that one day, I can say with conviction ... I am thankful there are no more people walking around with their heads up their asses!

I can dream -- can't I?

I could go on and on about what I am thankful for ... but I won't. The list is enormous and there isn't enough room on this note to list every single thing I am thankful for. Sufficient to say ... I am one very thankful person.

I'll be spending the last Thursday in November helping those in need. Paying it forward by continuing my work in doing all I can to relieve the Earth of the gruesome burden of this ever increasing epidemic known as cranial uppitus gluteus maximus malfuctionus more commonly known as ... head up the ass disorder.

And yes, before you say anything ... I realize I have my work cut out for me.

At any rate ... I wish to express my utmost thanks to ALL of You for being a part of my journey! Granted, Some of you, I really think I could have done without. Irregardless, know that I am thankful for the time we shared -- even more thankful that it was a short length of time! Not to mention, I am extremely thankful knowing our paths will never cross outside this virtual world.

For those of you who have been with me the longest, and continue walking with me on this path ... you are some really twisted and sick so and so's! Something I truly appreciate in a person! I am so very thankful that you are MY twisted and sick so and so's!

With sincerest gratitude ... I am compelled to say in closing, that no matter how far your head may be up your ass ... no matter how sick and twisted you are ... no matter how long you may be in my life or how short that time may be ... I am Thankful for each and every one of you!

HAPPY THANKSGIVING!

Extreme and Unncessary Punishment: Changes Need to Be Made Within Our School System

2011-11-10T09:27:00.000-08:00

My daughter attends High School here in Jefferson County, Kentucky. She was placed in ISAP (Detention) for the full day due to a “dress code” violation. She wasn’t wearing a belt.

While I appreciate the importance of rules and the need to enforce them, I am appalled by the extreme disciplinary tactics in dealing with dress code infractions.

Denying a child access to her/his classes and then placing them in the same room with children with distinct and continuous behavioral problems? All due to not having a belt to wear?

Is it me or does anyone else find this extreme?

And not only is it extreme -- but is cheating a child out of their class time and their education.

This, in my opinion, is not only a form of neglect, but an abuse of power by the faculty and staff. And I assure you, I am not alone in my opinion in this regard.

My child (and a few other children as well) missed out on her classes, denied her education, and will be counted as an UNEXCUSED ABSENTEE due to this infraction. Again, for emphasis, I will point out that She was placed in the same detention room with children that exhibit behavioral problems -- all due to the simple fact she was not wearing a belt.

Now again ... ask yourselves -- isn't this a bit extreme?

I do understand the "No Sagging Pants" rule! And trust me, I am ALL for it! Nothing irritates me more than seeing boys and men alike with their backsides hanging out. Disgusting!

But my daughter's pants were NOT sagging. In fact, her not wearing a belt was barely even noticeable. I am by no means saying she should not have incurred discipline for the infraction. Rules are rules. But to be forced to miss an entire day of school? Does anyone else see the problem here?

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Now please understand. Had my daughter been given detention after school, neither she nor I would have taken issue. She would have gotten her day of education, paid for her infraction and everyone would have gone about their merry way.

Instead, the individual "in charge" of handing out punishment chose to take it a few steps further. Instead of taking into consideration my child's educational needs; instead of choosing a more appropriate venue to discipline her for the infraction ... this individual chose instead to abuse her authority, violate my child's legal rights to a proper education, all in order to prove who was in charge.

So I ask you ... What message is this sending out to not only my daughter, but all the other children who were “written up”, punished and denied their education, due to the same type of infractions?

It is telling them, in short, that abuse of power is perfectly acceptable.

That wearing a belt is far more important than your education!

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Now what bothers me and my daughter the most about this little incident is how the staff and faculty alike ... will pick and choose who is to be punished for these dress code infractions!

I have been at this high school on more than one occasion. And each time I have seen young girls wearing skirts so short that you could see their underwear each time they moved. I have seen both boys and girls wearing pants so tight, you would swear they had been spray painted on.     I have sat in the office of this very high school and seen first hand some rather offensive and inappropriate outfits on young teenage girls --- outfits that the staff and faculty of this particular high school who seem to not even notice. Or just choose to ignore altogether.

I have actually mentioned these infractions to a few of the teachers online ... each of them denying seeing anything like that in their class room.     Not that I am saying they are lying. I wasn't in their class room. Perhaps the students I saw dressed inappropriately didn't attend their classes. Apparently by the responses I have gotten ... those particular students didn't. :-)

And then there is the information I got from not only by my daughter, but by other students as well, regarding incidents involving a few male students who had dress code infractions but were giving after school detention.    Furthermore, I was informed that these particular students had on cargo pants -- a few who had on regular pants were not wearing belts!

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Some of you may be asking why I didn't just bring her the belt. When she called me, I was literally on my way out to two job interviews on the opposite side of town. I don't have a car, I have no friends or family close by who could have helped get her the belt. And I don't have money for cab fare.

To get to the school, I have to take two buses. The second bus I have to take that brings me to the school does not run as often as the bus I take to get to the transfer point. In fact, when I finally was able to get to the school that day, I actually had to wait 35 minutes for that second bus. And once you are on that second bus, it's a little over 45 minutes ride, by the way. In short, it takes almost 2 hours by bus to get to the school.

Now why would I choose going on job interviews over bringing my child a belt?

Our finances are rapidly depleting, and I need a job to keep a roof over our heads, utilities to pay and have to put food on the table.

Not to mention I couldn't reschedule the interviews -- So I made an executive decision.

In short -- I am a single parent with no other resources available. And whose money is running out.   And in all seriousness ... I really found it hard to believe that they would actually force her to stay in detention all day for not wearing a belt!

Other parents are in similar situations. Some in worse predicaments. Please understand, I'm not implying that special treatment be given to any of us who find themselves in these situations. I am only asking that if you, the educator, find yourself in a position to discipline my child, then do so -- but don't cheat him/her out of an education because of he/ she has either forgot or was unable to obtain suitable attire.     There are other means of discipline available that doesn't include deliberately withholding their education!

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Of course, many would say that I, as the parent, should have made sure my daughter had the belt. And this is what I have to say to that. My daughter is a very responsible young woman. She doesn't make a habit of non-compliance. She is 16 yrs old and old enough to know the difference from right and wrong. She works very hard to follow the rules. And she doesn't require me doing a spot check before she leaves for school. She always dresses appropriately.

This particular day was an exception. And I will state once again, I am not saying nor am I implying that she should not have been disciplined for the infraction.

What I am stating -- out right-- is the punishment for this infraction was way over the top -- no matter how you look at it.

Again, for emphasis ... my daughter was willing to take the punishment ... but she had no idea it would mean she would not be allowed to attend class all day. Her first period teacher was also under the impression that she would be given detention AFTER school.

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Please know and understand ...

I am not placing blame on the school for my child's failure to remember to wear a belt. On the contrary! If and when my child breaks the rules, I stand behind the school. My children know this about me.

I am not saying she should not have been disciplined for the infraction. She broke the rules -- intentional or not. And we both agree that she did break the rules. Not intentionally. But she was ready to accept the consequences.

I am saying (again for emphasis) there is no clear way that this school nor the school board itself can honestly nor in good conscience justify this kind of disciplinary action for this type of infraction! On any scale of the imagination!

THESE are my points!

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Now instead of an all day detention for dress code violations, why not instead ...

do an after school detention; or
a Saturday detention; or
have them pay a fine

And if they can't pay the fine, have the child who has been found in non-compliance of the dress code, work in the school lunch room or office during free periods ... or after school ... until that fine has been paid off.

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I am not going to let this matter go. Even though I have been "advised" by actual members of the school system to do so. I was actually told out right, and I quote ... you can't win ... not with "them." Unquote.

And yes, I know exactly what they mean when they say that.

But the internet is a powerful tool. In short, I will let my voice be heard. And I will not let this matter go.

Being The Change Through Ho’Oponopono

2011-10-11T19:13:00.000-07:00

If you are thinking and believing one person doesn’t make a difference -- for good or for bad. If you think and/or believe you can’t do anything about what is going on in the world … then consider one Dr. Hew Len.

A little over thirty years ago, Dr. Hew Len, through the ancient practice of Ho’Oponopono, worked healing on a mental hospital. The results were astounding!

Read More about it: http://rosariomontenegro.hubpages.com/hub/How-Dr-Hew-Len-healed-a-ward-of-mentally-ill-criminals-with-Hooponopono

By taking responsibility for SELF … you change the physical world around you.

Dr. Hew Len took responsibility for his SELF when working with the mental hospital -- and look what happened.

Now if one man can do this with a mental hospital -- imagine what would happen if ALL of us followed in Dr. Hew Len’s foot steps!

The Great News … I, and countless others, are consciously practicing this ancient Hawaiin ritual of self cleansing and clearing. Of taking responsibility for Self.

While I can’t speak for the others -- I can personally tell you since implementing Ho’Oponopono into my daily life … I have seen some pretty amazing things take place… within myself and all around me!

Those who have known me for a good long time have mentioned the changes they have seen with me. I’m still me -- just a more improved me!

It isn’t easy -- no one said it would be. But it’s worth the effort! You bet it is!

I have to tell you ... the more I do Ho’Oponopono -- the more I want to do it! The more I need to do it! It's very addictive!

Now ... If you are serious about being the change you wish to see in the world … then I urge you to begin implementing Ho’Oponopono in your own life! Embrace it with all you are -- and then make ready for the incredible results that come pouring forth!

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The “Occupy ‘Self Responsibility’ Movement”

2011-10-11T08:27:00.000-07:00

When it actually began -- no one knows for certain. But you can bet your bottom dollar -- it has been around for a very, very long time!

How many are an active part of this particular “occupy movement” -- is unknown. But rest assured -- their numbers are vast -- and they are growing.

The many members of this "movement" are All who are ready, willing and desiring to create, initiate and motivate the real changes. They are All of those people who are willing to take and accept 100% responsibility for Self -- they are those who have already accepted 100% responsibility for everything taking place throughout the world; they are ALL those who now know the “other person” isn’t to blame.

They are those who know -- who believe -- who live by-- being the change they desire to see in the world! They are the ones who do not wait for the "other person" -- but take the initiative to do it -- to just do it!

*~*~*

“Whatever a man is sowing -- he shall reap.”
Galations 6:7 ~ The Christian Bible

“Thoughts are energy! And wherever your thoughts go -- energies flow!”

~Louise L. Hay~

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Each and every single one of us are contributors to this world -- to this reality. The size of your contribution doesn’t matter.    You -- and you alone -- are responsible for your individual contribution.

Like the tiny pebble that raises the level of the sea -- you too cause a rise in the global consciousness.

And if you don't believe that ... then consider the following:

Over the course of your life -- how many times have you uttered or just thought the phrase …   “I can’t afford it”?    that very thought created the global reality of lack.

How many envy what others have? How many wished for things they could not afford? How many have gone into debt for things they could very well do with out -- but bought them because they wanted them? Because their friends, family and neighbors had them?

How many have mocked and teased others for being too poor to afford the over priced name brand items? How many have looked down on others for being poor? For being homeless? How many have mistreated others because they were seen as different some how?

How many go without giving thanks for what they do have?   How many go without helping others in need?

How many have taken more than their fair share? By stealing and killing.   And this doesn’t just fall on the rich-- the poor fall into this category as well my friends.

Those very thoughts have help create the global reality of greed -- and a sense of entitlement! These very thoughts alone have created a “class warfare” -- one that has been taking place for centuries.

How many of you complain of big corporations polluting our land, water and air? Now how many of you drive cars? Big SUVs? How many of you routinely pick up the trash off the streets? How many of you have the luxuries of microwaves, air conditioners, furnaces, computers, the latest cell phones? How many of you use paper products of all varieties? How many of you recycle?

Yes, we ALL have contributed to the pollution -- and continue to contribute in some way or another.

We are ALL responsible. Each and every single one of us.   No exceptions!

If you hate someone because they hurt another person or hurt an animal -- you are only perpetuating the cycle of hatred. You are not doing that person and/or animal any justice by thinking of doing harm and/or acting on that thought of doing harm.

Your thoughts of revenge only perpetuate the cycle of abuse.

*~*~*~*~*

Whatever seed you are planting -- your harvest will be reaped globally. And if you don’t believe that -- take a good look around you. Take inventory of all those times you had a certain thought -- and then take note of how that very thought manifested world wide.

Yes, your very thoughts are spreading -- evolving -- expanding -- and moving across the globe. Can you feel it? Can you see it?

*~*~*~*~*

“Be the Change you wish to see in the World!” ~ Ghandi

Occupying 'Self Responsibility' is the first step in making the real changes you desire to see in this world. After all -- it all begins and ends with Self! Your ... Self!

It is -- has always been -- and continues to be … all about …

Y.O.U.

Your Own Understanding

*~*~*~*~*~*~*

Of all these things mentioned above -- and so much more -- I take 100% responsibility. No one else is to blame! No One else is at fault! I am 100% responsible!

I myself have thought these things stated -- even acted out on some of them.

I am responsible. 100% Responsible.

I am Sorry! Please Forgive Me! I Thank You! And …

I LOVE YOU!

Domestic Violence: It's EVERYBODY'S Business!

2011-10-03T09:19:00.000-07:00

Domestic Violence does not discriminate against age, race, color, creed, gender or sexual orientation.

The U. S. Office on Violence Against Women (OVW) defines domestic violence as a "pattern of abusive behavior in any relationship that is used by one partner to gain or maintain power and control over another intimate partner".

The definition adds that domestic violence "can happen to anyone regardless of race, age, sexual orientation, religion, or gender", and that it can take many forms, including physical abuse, sexual abuse, emotional, economic, and psychological abuse

Our society, both here in the United States and world-wide, have been conditioned to think and believe that domestic violence only means women and children. But the sad fact is, it also includes boys and men.

“When we ignore male victims of domestic abuse, we also ignore their children, who continue to be damaged by witnessing the violence regardless of how severe it is. We cannot break this intergenerational cycle by ignoring half of it. That's why a global coalition of experts has formed to support a research-based, inclusive approach, and their website has solid data showing women initiate the violence as often as men.”

Source: National Family Violence Legislative Resource Center:

While the “statistics” show a large number of women reporting -- these numbers cannot be trusted as being accurate. Though there are many, many who are truthfully reporting, there is a growing percentage of reporting done for the sole purpose to get back at their spouse, boyfriend, significant other.

FACT: The majority of men who are experiencing domestic violence will not report it.

As with women, domestic violence against men can take many forms, including emotional, sexual and physical abuse and threats of abuse. Keeping in mind it happens in heterosexual and same sex relationships.

Due to our primary focus being conditioned to read the signs on a woman or child, recognizing those same signs of domestic violence against men isn‘t easy. They’re there! You only need to drop the stigma, broaden your perspective in order to see it.

As with women, early in the relationship, a man’s partner might seem attentive, generous and protective in ways that later turn out to be controlling and frightening. Initially, the abuse might appear as isolated incidents. Their partner might apologize and promise not to abuse them again.

In other relationships, domestic violence against men might include both partners slapping or shoving each other when they get angry — and neither partner seeing himself or herself as being abused or controlled. This type of violence, however, can still devastate a relationship, causing both physical and emotional damage.

Domestic Violence Against Men: KNOW THE SIGNS Click HERE

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If you are a man and are living with abuse, and you are too ashamed to reach out … PLEASE know there are people willing to believe you and help you! It doesn’t matter where in the world you are -- there is help!

http://www.batteredmen.com/

http://www.mensadviceline.org.uk/mens_advice.php

If you or someone you know is living with domestic violence … please seek help!

http://dahmw.org/

National Domestic Violence Hotline, 1-800-799-SAFE

The Domestic Abuse Hotline is for BOTH men and women!

Knowledge is power! Get the Information!

http://www.dm.usda.gov/shmd/aware.htm

My Blog from October 2010: http://juliakcole.blogspot.com/2010_10_01_archive.html

Only TOGETHER can we break the cycle!

Being The Dregs Master

2011-10-02T07:24:00.000-07:00

dregs:   the most undesirable parts; the last remaining parts

Back when I was a kid, I saw this documentary on how gold is made into bullion. It was fascinating to watch those little nuggets melted down and the man skimming the top of that golden liquid with a ladle like instrument. The narrator informed us that he was removing the dregs.

Being a curious child, I asked my mother what dregs were. She said that was the stuff that was useless and worthless. The same process was used in making wine, she told me.     I then asked what would happen if they kept those dregs in. She informed me that the gold would be worthless and the wine would go bad. It would be of no use to anyone!

The removal of the dregs is a painstaking process that reaps great rewards. It is a process that cannot be hurried.    Dependent upon the individual product, the removal technique may require numerous efforts before all the dregs are completely removed and the product is ready.    And any one who has enjoyed a great glass of wine or who has held a piece of processed gold can surely appreciate the tireless labors of the dregs master!

Dreg masters are very focused in their jobs. They have to be! One dreg, no matter how small, can cause ruin and create a costly do over!

During the course of our spiritual awakening process -- we each must become our very own Dregs Master.   While there are numerous practices that are available to assist us through our self dregs removal -- Ho'O pono pono has proven to be the most affective. At least it has been for me ... and countless others.

Now there are those who have attempted the practice of Ho’O pono pono and have stop doing it after a few tries. Reason being is because of what rises to the surface.   They either find it too hard to deal with or just a little bit scary overall. (Speaking from experience, I can tell you -- it does get a little ugly from time to time! To say the very least!) Some even stop doing it because they haven’t seen any “instant results!”

Like the Dreg Masters, we have to keep dipping, skimming and removing until we have reached the final product.   It isn’t easy. No one said it would be!

Whenever the same dregs keep surfacing, it is a signal of what we need to work through. There is a reason it keeps coming back to the top. Fortunately, you don’t even have to know that reason and/or reasons in order for Ho’O pono pono to work!   As Dregs Master, all you are required to do is: dip, skim, and remove!

For those who keep asking … why does certain issues, circumstances, situations, people … or all of the above … seem to rise to the surface more than others?    The answer is simple.    That which you cling to the most ... is the very thing that rises up so often.

Ignore it all you like, but I promise you … in some way …shape, form or fashion … that issue you cling to … will show itself over and over and OVER again … until you face it -- acknowledge it -- accept responsibility for it -- and then release it to Creators for completion of the end product.

There are issues I cling to -- and they follow me wherever I go. Damn thing will pluck out certain people with the same energies to push the dregs up so far -- that I find myself unable to get around it! Leaving me with the choice of either carrying the stinky shit around or dip, skim and remove it all!

And yes ... there are days when I choose to just roll around in the shit. Only because it’s easier than taking responsibility.

Being a skillful Dregs Master requires patience.    And yes loves! I am very well aware of how many of us feel about patience.   Patience is something the majority of us shun as though it were a leper.   But the interesting thing about Patience -- it doesn’t like being ignored!    Ever notice that? It will hound you! Hunt you down like a fugitive and will pound you until you finally cry UNCLE!!!! In the end …patience wins out! Every time!

Being the Dregs Master in our lives requires persistence and consistency. You can’t just do it once and declare it finished! We have had many life times honing our programs to perfection. As a result, we have accumulated a lot of unnecessary non-essentials along the way. So it’s going to take a lot of dipping, skimming and removing! And in some cases, you may have to dip, skim and remove those same dregs many times over before the removal process is complete.

Like the gold nugget and the grapes -- there are processes to undergo in order to reach the desired effect. No steps can be skipped.   It may take a good long while before the end product can be seen by the physical eye. But in the end … all the efforts will prove worthwhile!    And just like that gold nugget and those grapes … Everyone benefits! And Everyone enjoys the end product!

Being the Dregs Master isn’t easy! Then again, no one said it would be!   But as long as you keep the end result in mind -- be consistent and persistent in the removal process-- you’ll do just fine!

Namaste!

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Support The Red Cross

2011-08-31T05:06:00.000-07:00

I’m taking this opportunity to remind everyone that The Red Cross needs your continuous support.

Did you know … The American Red Cross helps people in emergencies every single day? It’s True!

Whether its half a million disaster victims or one sick child who needs blood, their work is made possible by people like you and me.

There are various ways you can help out. Through financial donations, blood drives, volunteering to provide assistance in locating and contacting a loved one, finding and providing shelter and supplies, help others recover from disasters and much, much more!

No special skills are required. Only your desire to help is needed. The Red Cross needs people with all kinds of different backgrounds, talents and skill levels. And, if you need training, they will provide it.

Learn how good it can feel to lend a helping hand -- Support The Red Cross TODAY!

Visit their website at http://www.redcross.org/ for information

The ASS-cension: A "Heads Up" on Your Ever Expanding Awareness!

2011-08-28T08:50:00.000-07:00

Cranial Uppitus Gluteus Maximus Dysfunction. More commonly known as, Head Stuck Up Your Ass Syndrome. This is one of the most common dis-eases known to humankind. There are no pills or serum to cure this malady. Nor are there any modern conventional medical means in which to have it surgically repaired.   At least not yet!

But do not fall into despair my fellow earth travelers! There is hope! In fact, many are taking the opportunity to self-heal themselves by moving with the energies of a shifting process.   This shifting process is none other than … The ASS-cension.

The ASS-cension is the process of pulling one’s head out of one’s ass. And thankfully it is a process that all human experiencers will go through ---eventually. No exceptions!

Right now, the entire population of human experiencers are currently in the state of ASS-cending on various levels. Sadly, those who have succeeded in completely yanking their heads out of that tight fitting hole are in the minority.   So few are their numbers, we can’t even begin to give you an estimate of how many there are.

Those who accomplished in pulling their heads out, only to shove it back in --rank among one-third of the world’s population. Leaving the largest numbers of those who still have that noggin of theirs stuffed up their bung hole slightly under two-thirds.

Thoughts are energy. And where thoughts go -- energy flows. ~Louise L. Hay

Everything here in the physical plane is affected by all things in what we loosely refer to as the “spiritual plane.” And vice-versa.   For you non-spiritual types -- please note that it has been scientifically proven that all things on the physical plane are made up of various types energies.   As such, everything and everyone is connected energetically.    To what degree this connection is felt is dependant upon the individual’s conscious awareness. And too, and perhaps most importantly, how far individuals are willing to both acknowledge and subsequently accept this common fact.

Resistance is futile! ~ The Borg, Star Trek the Next Generation.

Resistance is the primary cause for Cranial Uppitus Gluteus Maximus Dysfunction.   The more you resist, the worse the symptoms of the dysfunction persists.

The signs of Cranial Uppitus Gluteus Maximus Dysfunction are easily recognizable and are as follows:

Chronic Head, neck and back pain.

Blurry vision, hearing loss, difficulties focusing on anything. Unable to literally see or comprehend anything with clarity.

Talking nonsense, speech sometimes slurred.

Unreasonable, illogical, argumentative and irrational. Prone to bouts of hysteria.

Close-minded and narrow-minded. Extreme cynicism. Intolerant of others. Arrogant and aloof.

Bumping into things, experiencing all types of non-fatal accidents (inside and outside the home) such as running into furniture, walls, telephone poles, other people, tripping up a flight of stairs, missing that last step, etc.

Excessive lying, nit-picking, gossiping, slandering, and back stabbing. Commonly known as “talking shit.”

Unable to stay in healthy relationships.

Constant state of anger.

Cut off from all things spiritual. No perception of energies.

The ASS-cension Symptoms

You may note a few of the symptoms are somewhat similar to Cranial Uppitus Gluteus Maximus Dysfunction. However, the difference in symptoms of The ASS-cension process are temporary. So long as you keep your head out of your ass.

Chronic Head, neck and back pain.   Don’t worry. This is temporary. Keep in mind you have had your head rammed up your bung hole for most of your physical earth life.   Stiffness and soreness is to be expected.

Advice: Chiropractic and/or Reiki treatment, some low impact Yoga or Tai Chi, conscious breathing techniques, a good massage will help these particular symptoms dissipate over time.

Blurry vision, hearing loss, ringing in the ears, difficulties focusing on anything.   Talking nonsense, speech sometimes slurred.     Unable to see anything with clarity. Bumping into things, experiencing all types of non-fatal accidents (inside and outside the home) such as running into furniture, walls, telephone poles, other people, tripping up a flight of stairs, missing that last step, etc.

All of these are temporary side effects.   In the beginning, there will be a great deal of fecal ridden energies to clear away from our energetic bodies.   During this particular part of the process, both our physical and energetic bodies, are covered from head to toe in energetic feces (again if you literally imagine being covered in shit, you’ll get the idea how it is).   It may take numerous cleansings before any of these symptoms completely clear up.    You may find that various methods are in order to clear away all the built up fecal residue.   Find what works for you and stick with it!   Again, being persistent and consistent is the key to clearing away the residual fecal energies.   Patience is required. Advice: Practice focusing on and becoming more aware of your surroundings.   This will limit the number of times you hurt yourself.   You don't need any special techniques for this -- just SLOW DOWN!

Unable to stay in any type of unhealthy relationships.   No matter who it is with. Perhaps one of the most challenging of the “symptoms” is this one. It is in our nature to yearn for acceptance and intimacy with others. During the process of clearing away the fecal matter from our energetic bodies, we begin to accept ourselves as being worthy.

You know you have reached a measure of clean when that “A-HA!” moment hits you.

That “A-Ha!” moment is when you finally feel the Love enveloping you, taking you over, replenishing you, filling you up to the brim and pouring out. The “A-Ha!” moment is when you finally stand up, acknowledge and accept your worth.   It is in that moment you can … and do… believe you have much more value and worth than what others have placed on you. It is in that moment you shout -- I Love My Self! I Respect My Self! I Accept My Self!   I Am Worthy! I love my Self too much to allow any one to treat me less than my worth!

Your acceptance of Your Self -- allows you to step away from unhealthy relationships. Yes, it will be painful. You will find yourself at a loss. This is a normal reaction to pulling your head free from your ass! It is perfectly normal to feel lost and alone before the “A-Ha!” moment sets in.   After all, you have spent a very long time digesting shit, seeing shit, listening to shit and speaking shit. It’s only natural that you are a little discombobulated in the beginning!

Talking without making much sense, speech sometimes slurred, inability to speak.   This is temporary. As you clear your energetic ears and mouth of all that energetic feces, you will notice you have very little to say. And what you do say may feel like gibberish to you. This will pass as you continue to clear away the muck.

Once again, it is very important that you keep in mind that you have spent a very long time speaking shit and listening to others speak shit. It’s only natural that you can’t understand what is going on most of the time in the non-fecal matter realms!

Advice: Practice speaking with your spirit family. This helps you grow accustomed to your new “manure free” language. Once you are ready, seek out others who are consciously processing The ASS-cension and see what it’s like to hold intelligent, shit free, conversations!

Forgetfulness. Easily distracted at times.    This is temporary. Up to this point, your head was filled with nothing but dung. Now that you have dumped it all -- the physical brain is forced to recalibrate, reprogram and reboot.   As the physical body reboots and makes itself ready for full integration with the energetic body, you will experience forgetfulness on a regular basis.   In the meantime, the spirit body has much of the control.   It is very important to keep in mind that The energetic (spirit) body has no interest in such mundane earthly practices such as going to the bathroom, paying bills, eating and drinking, etc.   So forgetting what you went to the kitchen for or not remembering why you are at the store, etc. is perfectly natural during this particular time.

Once the rebooting process is complete, and both bodies have integrated, your memories will be clearer than ever! And what you don’t remember isn’t important.   So don’t sweat it! The collective bodies have deemed it necessary to “flush out” what no longer serves you during your human experience.

Advice: It is very important during this time to search out methods that enhance your focus. Meditation is quite useful, especially during the rebooting procedures. Taking long walks, exercising, Yoga, Tai Chi or any other form of physical activity that enhances good muscle tone and cardiovascular improvement is essential to improved oxygen flow. This in turns enhances the physical brain to function at a higher capacity.

Mind expansion. Detachment.    Comprehension, Understanding, Compassion. Willingness to Forgive.

Yea! These are just a few of the wondrous attributes that come with consciously working the ASS-cension.

As you work through this ASS-cension, you will begin to see others a little more clearly. Both literally and energetically.   As you continue to clear away the fecal matter from your energetic eyes, you will notice how easily it is to see past anyone’s bullshit.   You actually start seeing them as they really are. As you do, you will note a deep heart felt compassion for them.   Don’t resist it. Allow it to flow through you.

Your understanding of other's points of view become easier for you now.   While they may be speaking in terms that you do not resonate fully with -- you now comprehend where they are coming from.   Arguing and pushing your points on others no longer interest you as they once did. Finding yourself in a state of detachment, you are now able to dialogue with others with whom you disagree … minus all the anger and fuss.

You discover your awareness (a.k.a. Freeze Dried BULL shit meter) has become more acute and accurate. This in turn, helps you bypass any unnecessary arguments. And too, defrays any bruising of the false ego which could lead to your head going back up your ass.

You now understand the true meaning of forgiveness and practice it daily. First with your Self and then with others.

You now completely understand and comprehend that all are doing exactly what they came here to do.   That all (no exceptions) are spirit beings having a human experience. That everything, whether you agree with it or not, are opportunities for growth and for learning. Your understanding and comprehension of this is widening -- deepening.   As this process continues to occur -- you notice yet another "A-Ha!" moment. This is the "I Get It" A-Ha moment! This is where you finally do “get it." "IT" being the clarity of the truth that has been spoken to you for what seems to be eons!

"It" being the words of ASS-cenders who came before you. Their words now ring true in your heart, soul and mind.   The phrases:    Do all you know to do to the best of your abilities. And after that -- do nothing. (You get that now!) Change what you can and what is in your power to change -- leaving behind those things you cannot. And having the wisdom to know the difference. (You get that as well!) Being the change you wish to see in the world. (Awwwwrighteeee! You finally get that too!)

You finally "Get IT" --- all of "IT" -- because the crap isn't clogging up your eyes or ears now! You can see and hear without interference.    All this leads to the beautiful experience of your physical mind integrating and connecting with the spiritual/energetic mind.    This is what is known as … Mind Expansion.

Pretty cool … huh?   Of course, these are only a few of the "symptoms" of The ASS-cension.    But We thought you would enjoy a ... heads up ... in order to understand what is happening to you! *LOL*

As stated above -- Being Persistent and Consistent is your greatest allies during The ASS-cension!

It isn’t easy -- no one said it would be.   But as long as you remember, and keep in mind, that it is a step by step process. And of course, most importantly -- please Remember that Persistence in resistance keeps your head stuck.    Keep this all in your memory and You’ll do just fine!

So relax. Be gentle. Show your Self Love & Kindness -- And allow.

Excerpt from: The ZEN of Duct Tape: An Empress Is Born.

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Poisoned Heart -- A Punk Love Story: Book Review

2011-08-15T19:23:00.000-07:00

I wrote the following review over 2 years ago.

Today I learned that Poisoned Heart is back on Amazon and ready to fill your soul with the meaning of unconditional Love!

So in honor (and in celebration) I am reposting this review for you!

Be Sure to purchase your copy TODAY!

Book Review by Julia K. Cole

After reading Poisoned Heart, tears filled my eyes. Even now, as I search for the right words to describe this amazing story, the only one that keeps coming to mind is … WOW!

Within it’s 167 pages, Poisoned Heart guides you through the tumultuous 17 year marriage of Dee Dee and Vera Ramone. Though it brings to light the violence Vera endured at the hands of a man not only fighting mental illness and his own inner demons, but drug and alcohol abuse as well, Poisoned Heart is not your typical ex wife memoir. On the contrary! Vera’s love and respect for Dee Dee is apparent with each page you turn.

Done with class, style and taste, Poisoned Heart is written in such a beautifully articulate manner, you cannot help but be inspired by it. Filled with beautiful photographs (some never before seen by the public) you are guided back through time to the punk rock era as Vera takes you on her own personal life’s journey as Dee Dee Ramone’s wife. And while it is meant to be a tribute to Dee Dee, Poisoned Heart is in fact, a living testimony of what true unconditional love is.

A love story like no other, Poisoned Heart is a modern day Greek tragedy, filled with a courageous spirit, love, violence and tragic deaths. It is literally one of the greatest and most heart breaking love stories ever lived and now shared with the world.

Poisoned Heart is a piece of music history destined to become a collector's item.

To purchase your copy of Poisoned Heart please click HERE or visit Vera at http://www.veraramoneking.com

Congress and The President: A few Reminders for each of You!

2011-07-30T12:19:00.000-07:00

I will remind both Congress and the President -- of the following:

(1) you are public servants. The American People are not your servants -- not your slaves. You work for the American People.

(2) you have proven you are irresponsible, incompetent and self-serving. Your actions, both past and present, are proof of this.

(3) you are dispensable and can -- WILL -- be replaced. We The People see this and are rapidly growing tired of it. Enjoy the time you have -- it is growing shorter each day. You are dispensable. And you can be -- and will be replaced! Remember that!

(4) the American People as a whole are not ignorant -- We are not mindless sheeple. We The People are educating ourselves and each other. Many of us take the responsibility to remind their fellow Americans of your flagrant disregard of this Great Nation and her people. Yes Congress and Mr. President -- We The People DO KNOW the difference between piss and rain!

I strongly suggest that all of you politicians Re-read the history of America. Read it--study it --commit to memory -- so you will see what your future holds for you if you continue brow beating the American People.

Like our forefathers -- We The People will not sit idly by while your political aristocracy runs us into the ground.

Dirty Spending Secrets REVEALED

2011-07-29T22:41:00.000-07:00

Let's take a look at a few of the things you member of Congress have been passing over the years ...

$50 Million a Year for 1,125 Postal Workers Who Are Ordered to Do Nothing Each Day.

Explains why my mail is always late! And too, it helps me to understand why the Post Offices are being forced to shut down! Guess those folks who got paid for sitting on their butts can now do it at home.

$2.6 million to teach Chinese prostitutes how to drink responsibly on the job.

This one caused my imagination to go into over-drive. Now I wonder--was Congress concerned that the prostitutes would be too drunk to give a blow job properly? Or maybe their concerns were over the thought of these prostitutes injuring themselves while being on top? (Puts a whole new meaning on the old "don't drink and drive!" -- don't it?)

And then there are a few questions that came up --- Am I to assume American prostitutes already know how to drink responsibly on the job? And most importantly -- does this mean the Chinese will credit us on our debt to them?

Billions of dollars for education even though student test scores haven’t improved in three decades of bureaucratic oversight?

I see the reasoning behind this. I really do! Stupid, uneducated people make better constituents. The dumber the better! Stupid people won't know what's going on and they won't care!

Ohhhh there's MORE! Check it out by going to www.dirtyspendingsecrets.com!

Folks! Congress and the President are incompetent, blatantly irresponsible and downright asinine! The proof is there!

President Obama is threatening to hold the Social Security checks -- Congress is refusing to spend responsibly. Time to haul Ass!

Write them! Tell them to STOP THIS DAMN FOOLISHNESS -- NOW!

What Would I Cut From the National Debt?

2011-07-15T23:29:00.000-07:00

The big question of the day is … What would you cut from the national debt?

My focus is on every single politician. While I am very well aware of the other wasteful spending … my particular focus is on the politicians themselves. Leading by example is the only way!

So to YOU Politicians ... this is what I would cut

#1 Your salary!   ALL you politicians need to be forced to take a substantial pay cut until our debt is paid.   Your yearly pay should be $24,000 with the bare minimum of benefits. Sounds a little harsh? Tell that to the working public who make this and less!

I propose for every single politician -- from the President down to city counsel -- that you do not receive a salary for four years. After that four years -- your yearly salary should be no more than $24,000 -- with the minimum of benefits and no business expense whatsoever. In fact, everything--from travel/lodging to your own housing-- should be paid out of your own pockets until our debt is substantially lowered.

You members of Congress alone make $500,000 per year. FOR WHAT?! Oy! And you have the nerve to tell us -- the American People -- to cut back and make do?

500,000 x 535 politicians = 2617500000 dollars. That’s an estimated amount of how much it cost the taxpayers to pay members of Congress and the Senate each year.    I mean where in the hell do you put the damn comma in that amount???!    Multiply that by four years and be prepared for your eyes to pop out!

#2 Put an end to your automatic pay increase. Social Security recipients have not received a pay increase in over four years. Yet you members of Congress have an automatic pay increase each and every single year.    Cease and decease already!

#3 Cut your housing/travel and business expenses. This goes for every single politician! No exceptions!

Congress cut subsidy for Section 8 in order to spare the tax payer. Yet you, dear politicians, YOUR housing and all YOUR lodging when traveling is paid by the American taxpayer. Talk about a set of brass balls!

How many people lost their homes? How many who have the good fortune to be using Section 8 have to cut back other necessities in order to meet the rent each month?

The average American who has the good fortune to actually own a car has to pay out the ass for their fuel, insurance, etc. The rest of us have to either walk, ride a bike or take public transportation.   While members of Congress get to ride around in their big gas gusseling vehicles and airplanes … all at the taxpayer’s expense!

If you are lucky to have a job -- who pays for your expenses when you take a vacation?

And don’t even get me started on the utilities. Unlike these politicians, tax dollars don’t pay for my lights, gas and water!

#4 Cease paying former presidents and their bodyguards! Are you seriously kidding me? I understand paying a pension -- but seeing how you are willing to cut the Average American's pension and all of their benefits -- who the hell are you to take the best and tell the rest of us to tough it out? And what the hell is all this Secret Service to guard these former presidents about???!!!   Seriously? What the hell?!!! Regular Americans don't have this luxury! And many live in high crime areas. Where are their body guards? hmmmm? Where is the Secret Service when somebody's grandmother is being mugged or raped ... or murdered?   I mean who are any of you politicians that your life and the lives of your families are deemed more important than the average American?

I’m one of many who are sick and tired of these politicians having the best of everything while we have to make do. And I take great exception when all of you in Congress tell Americans that WE have to make sacrifices and WE have to do without so that YOU can live in the lap of luxury! All at the expense of the American taxpayer!

Every one of you politicians need to lead by example. And you can start by taking the drastic pay cuts and other cuts in your little perks! Making all the necessary sacrifices in order to lower the debt.

While this may only make a tiny scratch on the overall surface -- it is at least a start in the right direction!

How Many Times? Seventy Times Seven!

2011-06-16T10:43:00.000-07:00

I’m on week three of doing the 70x7 exercise -- and MAN! Does my hand hurt!

For those unfamiliar with this little process -- it is taken from the Christian Bible.

Then Peter came to Jesus and asked, “Lord, how many times shall I forgive my brother or sister who sins against me? Up to seven times?” Jesus answered, “I tell you, not seven times, but seventy-seven times.” ~Matthew 18:21-22 (NIV)

I never gave this passage much thought until I was doing research.   My search lead me to Cat Saunders’ blog page “Four Principles of Effective Apology” -- where I found her article entitled “My Favorite Forgiveness Process.”

In her article, Cat describes how she combined ideas from two of her mentors in regard to forgiveness, Sondra Ray and Morrnah Simeona.

One is the Ho’Oponopono phrases: I’m Sorry, Please Forgive me, I love you and I thank you.

The other is literally writing out 70 times each day for 7 days the following:

I forgive ________ and ________ forgives me. (you fill in the blanks)

In order to get the full effect -- it’s advised you do both Ho’Oponopono (speaking the Ho’Oponopono phrases) and the writing out of the above line 70x7.

And by the way -- for those who have challenges with their hands (carpal tunnel; arthrities, etc.),    I have discovered through experimentation, that you can say this line 70 times each day and have the same affect.   As with writing out the lines I forgive ________ and ________ forgives me. (you fill in the blanks), you cannot skip a day. If you’re saying it -- you have to say it each and every day for Seven (7) days straight. If you forget -- you have to start over -- from the beginning!

No recording it and listening to it -- you must SAY IT!

Yea! It’s a pain in the ass! But that’s what you get for holding to all your bullshit!

Lesson Learned: Holding on to shit -- makes for hard work!

Before I started the 70x7 process -- I compiled a list of all the people (and some situations and events) that I knew needed releasing.   It’s a long list -- and growing I might add! I then looked the list over and chose which ones really jumped out at me and began my journey into the 70x7 process.

Cat urges the reader that while doing the 70 x 7 sentences, pay special attention to the rest of your life as the week progresses. During the seven days, notice how the process actually stimulates all your stuff to rise to the surface, like scum on a pond. Whatever stands in the way of forgiveness makes itself painfully apparent. [amended] (excerpt from Helping Handbook by Dr. Cat Saunders, Source: http://www.drcat.org/dchh/html/forgiveness.htm )

Well, I took Cat’s advice and all I can say is … it’s a damn good thing those I’ve been releasing should be thanking the deity of their choice they weren’t anywhere near me during this ritual!

Can we say outrage -- enraged -- and flat out pissed off? I’ve lost count over the last three weeks how much I just wanted to stomp the crap out of those people. Two to three times during the course of each week I’d wake up in the middle of the night so angry -- I punched the stuffing out of my pillow.   I also noted how many times I would break down and start crying.

But I kept writing. Even as the memories of the pain and humiliation each of those people had inflicted on me rose to the surface -- trying with all their might to stop me from continuing -- I kept writing. I was so pissed off at one point -- I actually broke the pencil! But I grabbed another and kept on writing until I reached my 70 times for that day.

By day 4, I was a bit more centered and calm.   By day 6 -- I noticed that I actually enjoyed doing it.   And by the seventh day -- I was relieved and felt so much lighter!

I’ve also noticed that I have become much calmer, more centered and grounded.   I also feel really good about myself too!

The beauty of reciting Ho’Oponopono so many times per day is … you begin to do it automatically -- without even thinking about it!!!     Everywhere I go, I catch myself saying Ho’Oponopono.   And I have seen some rather startling changes all over the place too!

Now here's something I didn't count on. The neighborhood I live in has become quieter and more calm. I get on a bus and if there is someone arguing or being loud -- no sooner do I get the word Ho’Oponopono out of my mouth, everyone becomes settled down. People are nicer and friendlier now. Everywhere I go!

The inner joy that I’ve reconnected to has become a bit of an addiction for me now. And I LIKE IT!   Yea, I still get pissed off -- but now getting back in my center is much quicker and easier these days. Wow! And only after a few weeks too! Just imagine what the next three weeks will bring!

Namaste!

About Julia K. Cole

Julia K. Cole is a psychic medium, internet radio show host, Certified Spiritual Consultant, Empowerment Coach and upcoming author.

Known as The Empress of the Known & Unknown Universes™ and The Duct Tape Diva, Julia has made it her personal mission to put Reality back into Spirituality. Julia sets out to assist people in expanding their conscious awareness through her rather unique and personal take on the human experience. In the style of Erma Bombeck, Julia utilizes her own brand of humor and down to earth demeanor to get her messages across in an all so delightful way.

To book a private one-on-one session with Julia, please email her at JuliaKCole@gmail.com

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Sources:

http://www.drcat.org/dchh/html/forgiveness.htm

How to Practice Ho’Oponopono
http://www.ehow.com/how_4908232_practice-hooponopono-four-simple-steps.html

How Many Times ~ White Heart
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wUZ4sPXoZCM

Consider This . . .

2011-06-14T07:06:00.000-07:00

The person who hurt you either

Isn’t aware they have hurt you;
Doesn’t care they hurt you;
Has forgotten about the incident and moved on;
Sleeps very well at night
Has no issues with indigestion, headaches, back pain or any other kind of pain
Is convinced you are in desperate need of getting a life or getting laid or both
Has steady relationships and a job
Has no addictions or disorders
Can hold a steady personal relationship/keep a job

You on the other hand …

Can remember every detail of the incident and every syllable uttered;
Have developed various types of ailments, joint pains, suffer from headaches, backaches, a wide variety of physical, mental and/or emotional health issues;
Are angry, resentful and mistrustful;
Either can’t sleep or sleeps way too much
Now has an eating disorder
Suffering from memory loss --huge chunks of your life is missing
Has some sort of addiction (alcohol, drugs, sex, spending, gambling, food)
Can’t hold down a job/Can’t keep a steady personal relationship
Difficulty in focusing on anything outside the pain and suffering
Suffers from Low self-esteem and self-worth

While these may not apply to every individual reading this -- I am willing to wager most of it does ring some bells!

So considering all the above -- seeing it in black and white -- do you still believe you are really making “they” -- “them” -- “that person” suffer by holding on to your pain? You think/believe that you are exacting revenge by living your life in misery?

They -- who/whom ever “they” are -- are not suffering from what happened. They’re free! You on the other hand-- are in a prison of your own making! YOU are the one suffering -- not them! You are the one punishing you!

*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*

Forgiveness is not the condoning of the actions that initiated the pain and suffering you experienced.
Forgiveness is not forgetting anything that transpired -- but reaching a state of mind where you can see those actions from an objective view point without any adverse reactions.

Forgiveness is the refusal to carry the pain and suffering those actions initiated.
Forgiveness is the release of the pain and suffering you have carried throughout your human experience.

It is painfully obvious that the majority of people do not know the difference between forgetting and releasing. No doubt this is perhaps one of the main reasons people are so skittish when it comes to forgiving.

Forgive and Forget?

Many have been taught that in order to reach a true state of forgiveness -- one must totally forget everything that happened to them. This is a gross misconception that has been passed down by those who didn’t know any better.

To “forgive and forget” means to -- release that pain from your being! Release yourself and be free! Forget all about holding on to all that suffering -- holding all that pain!

It does NOT mean forget the incident itself! Again, the forgetting portion of "Forgive & Forget is -- forget all that clinging -- forget all that grasping -- forget all that holding on -- to that which no longer serves you! Forget that which no longer serves you and remember only what you have learned from the event(s). Release the pain and be Free!

This is the true meaning behind the phrase “forgive and forget.”

*~*~*~*~*~*

Interesting thing about human experiencers -- they hold on to their pain and suffering as though it were a matter of life and death. They justify clinging to their pain and suffering by relieving the incidents that transpired. Caught up in their fears -- they can’t see what they have learned from any of the situations. They can’t see past those incidents. They refuse to let them go for whatever reason. During the course of their human journey, they will go as far as reinventing the situation over and over again in their day to day life.

So and so did this or that-- said this or that. They hurt me. They should be made to pay for this, that or the other thing. I’m a victim! I’m in pain! I can’t let go because they hurt me!

I can’t let go because they hurt me!

I have to remember what they did so they will pay for it! So they will see my suffering and they will be sorry!

I’m sick! I have this or that pain! I have this or that disease. All because because they hurt me! I’m making them pay with my physical, emotional and mental pain! I can’t let go yet -- it doesn’t matter if I can’t sleep or sleep too much. It doesn’t matter if I eat too much or can’t eat or keep anything down! I have to do this because they hurt me!

They are going to pay for my suffering! I won’t let it go until they pay for hurting me! Even if it cost me my happiness -- and my life-- they are going to pay -- because they hurt me!

While a bit dramatic -- the above statements are more true than many of you reading this realize or even admit.

“I can’t! (or “I won’t) Because they hurt me!” Each and every time I bring up forgiveness -- 9 times out of 10 -- I will get this particular reply. Sadly, I hear it a lot! Sadder still -- each of these people who refuse to forgive suffer from a number of physical, emotional and mental maladies. To add insult to injury -- the majority of them can’t keep a steady personal relationship. And while many of them will admit they are holding grudges (i.e. their pain and suffering) -- they refuse to forgive!

For those of you who can’t and/or won’t forgive -- because “they” hurt you … I urge you once again to Consider This ...

The person who hurt you either

Isn’t aware they have hurt you;
Doesn’t care they hurt you;
Has forgotten about the incident and moved on;
Sleeps very well at night
Has no issues with indigestion, headaches, back pain or any other kind of pain
Is convinced you are in desperate need of getting a life or getting laid or both
Has steady relationships and a job
Has no addictions or disorders
Can hold a steady personal relationship/keep a job

You on the other hand …

Can remember every detail of the incident and every syllable uttered;
Have developed various types of ailments, joint pains, suffer from headaches, backaches, a wide variety of physical, mental and/or emotional health issues;
Are angry, resentful and mistrustful;
Either can’t sleep or sleeps way too much
Now has an eating disorder
Suffering from memory loss --huge chunks of your life is missing
Has some sort of addiction (alcohol, drugs, sex, spending, gambling, food)
Can’t hold down a job/Can’t keep a steady personal relationship
Difficulty in focusing on anything outside the pain and suffering
Suffers from Low self-esteem and self-worth

Aren’t you tired? Don’t you think it’s time you paroled yourself from this living hell?

*~*~*~*~*

Release yourself. Not by forgetting what happened to you -- but by refusing to carry that pain and suffering inflicted on you. Release yourself by remembering the lessons these incidents brought to you. Take that and start living your life in freedom!

It is said … the best revenge is Living Well! Nothing pisses that "other person" off more -- than seeing you living happy and well! And seeing how most of us are attempting to make that "other person" pay for the pain and suffering they inflicted -- well why not try something different? Why not try living well -- and stop living in Hell!?

As long as you insist on the “I can’t let go because they hurt me!” mindset -- you will never be free! You will continue to be their victim -- their slave-- their prisoner!

Your choice! After all -- it is your life … or is it?

I will leave you with the question posed to me by my spirit companion Antari …

“What is more important to you? Your pain and suffering or your peace and joy?”

Namaste!

About Julia K. Cole

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Instead

2011-01-01T08:56:00.000-08:00

Woo-hoo! My first blog of 2011!
As I waded through the multitude of posts here on Face Book, I noticed something interesting. There appeared to be a common theme with respect to resolutions -- very interesting! To say the least! The common thread was (and I have paraphrased here)...

Instead of wasting all your time and energy on those who are hell-bent on tearing you down, on those who are only interested in what they can get out of you, on those who spread, and continue to to spread, their vile negativity at every turn -- Focus only on those who care about you and you them.

My "New Year's Eve party" this year was sitting here in my office, working on my blogs and articles as I listened to Delilah on the radio. As the show progressed, Delilah urged her listeners to resolve to let go of those who bring us down and make every effort to keep us there. To leave those people who refuse to help make the world a better place behind in the old year.

I found that message very in sync. In fact, I took it as a sign. I had been mulling over what theme I would use to kick off my new year blogs and notes. And my ever faithful friend and co-creator The Universe once again came through for me!

Instead of rehashing the same old dramas -- let them go! I know you get tired of being the "bigger person" and being the one that takes the "higher road" -- but what are you really attempting to prove by engaging people who have nothing better to do than bring others down and keep them there? What are you really trying to prove by engaging them in their stupidity? Seriously ... what are you trying to prove in this regard? That you can be the bigger dumb ass?

State your case, present your evidence and then just LET IT GO!

It is a proven fact -- people will believe what they want to believe -- NO MATTER WHAT! No matter the amount of evidence, no matter what you say or do -- they will choose to believe what they want to believe!

So just let it GO! Stop wasting so much time and energy on people who choose to believe the worst about you. They don't matter! So do yourself a favor and STOP wasting your precious time and energy on people who truly don't matter!

Instead of seeing everything and everybody who disagrees with you as negative ... see from their point of view! You may actually learn something!

Believe it or not ... Everything and everyone that you either disagree with and/or feel uncomfortable around or just don't plain understand is NOT "negative."

Sadly, seeing the negative in everything and everybody that stirs a hint of discomfort or anything or anybody they don't agree with seems to be a running theme within the so called "spiritual" and paranormal communities.    My advice to each of these communities:   Get some knowledge, Get some understanding and take some classes on LISTENING!

Instead of following behind this one or that one ... why not try walking side by side? You'll find the view a lot better!

Instead of asking why -- try asking ... Why Not? Instead of asking "Why Me?" Try asking Why not me?

Whether or not you choose to accept the understanding that YOU are here for many reasons ... the fact of the matter is ... You are! And this isn't some hoity toity metaphysical mumbo jumbo speak either. If you are a Christian, Master Teacher Jesus taught this very thing. The lesson of the Sparrow is something I urge you to revisit.   For all others from different religious teachings ... I am willing to wager your master teachers taught the same thing in various ways. I urge you to revisit these teachings as well.

Instead of asking "What is my purpose here?" Take a good look at what you are doing now. Weigh it against what makes your heart soar! What makes time non-existent. Are you doing what makes your heart soar? Is time non-existent when you are involved in this work? If it does -- then you have found one of many purposes of your being here. If it does not -- then why aren't you doing what makes your heart soar? What are you waiting on?

Instead of rushing around every day, take five minutes to do something for yourself. Five minutes is all that is being asked. Don't wait until your body makes that decision for you.

Instead of trying to be the person someone else wants you to be or live the life someone else wants you to live -- Just Be Your Self! Live your life in such a way that brings you joy.

Oscar Wilde said it best! "Be yourself! Everybody else is taken!"

Instead of asking ... "why don't I have anybody to love?" Ask ... "who can I love today?" HINT: the one that needs your love the most can be found waiting in your bathroom mirror!

With the multitudes of elderly, children and animals-- military folks without family, people in the hospital and folks in prisons and jails, homeless people, etc. who are without someone -- you might want to consider taking time each week showing love to them! You will be amazed how you will transform and even more amazed how your entire world transforms!

There are endless amount of "Insteads" just waiting for you.   These are just a few to get you started in this New Year!

About Julia

Julia K. Cole is a psychic medium, Certified Spiritual Consultant, Empowerment Coach, author and columnist for The Haunted Herald.

Known as The Empress of the Known & Unknown Universes™ and The Diva of Duct Tape, Julia has made it her personal mission to put Reality back into Spirituality.   Julia sets out to assist people in expanding their conscious awareness through her rather unique and personal take on the human experience. In the style of Erma Bombeck, Julia utilizes her own brand of humor and down to earth demeanor to get her messages across in an all so delightful way.

For more information on Julia, or to book a private session, please visit www.juliakcole.com

Happy New Year! Welcome 2011!

2010-12-31T14:44:00.000-08:00

Thank you for allowing me to be a part of your journey! I joyfully look forward to our continued adventures!

Namaste Beloveds!

In keeping with tradition -- I am sharing with you all my New Year sig tag creations!

Final Thoughts on 2010: Part IV -- Letting Go

2010-12-31T14:30:00.000-08:00

2011 is only a few hours away now. As I sit here writing this note-- my final one for 2010-- my mind is racing.

As in times past, I have said good-bye --and in some instances good riddance-- to many people.   It's to be expected. All a Part of our life's journey.   2010 is no exception. But unlike years past, the people I let go in 2010 -- I don't miss.

Could be I've just grown tired of them running in and out of my life willy nilly. Could be that I just out grown their foolishness and childishness. And it could be that I didn't like them to begin with and it finally dawned on me to kick their sorry asses to the curb and leave them there!. Could be a combination of all the above. hmmmm... could be!

I will give them all kudos for bringing into my life --clarity and perspective. And I am truly grateful for that. However, it is interesting to experience this sensation of not missing anyone. I don't feel it very often, and when I do ... I like to enjoy it!

It is quite amusing though ... how each of us will drag the same tired annoying people back into our lives time and time and time again ... only to have to kick them back out on the curb over and over ... and over again.

Stubborn and hard headed bunch ... aren't we?

But 2010 stepped in and pretty much gave us an ultimatum ... let them go now or you'll find yourself stuck with them until death do you part! oy! If that doesn't send shivers up and down your spines -- don't know what will!   Or maybe that was just me?

Most of the people I let go -- are the ones I had let go in years past. And for whatever reason, I invited them back in only to have to show them the "door" once again.   Sitting here, I remember hearing this little voice say to myself -- "they'll be back!"   In 2010 ... I didn't hear that voice.    What a relief!

But I will admit ... there is a part of me that is scared to death of letting go.   Not that I have a choice! Letting go is something I find myself doing all the damn time! Whether or not I want to -- whether or not I like it! Besides ... I've seen what The Universe can do if I hold on for too long. Yikes!

It all feels so different this time around though. yea, I'm still a little jittery about the whole letting go process. But --at the same time -- I'm a little excited!

Many years ago, I wrote an article about letting go. (the link to that note can be found here: http://www.facebook.com/notes.php?id=649552801&notes_tab=app_2347471856#!/note.php?note_id=346121348855)

In the past few days, I have found myself going back to read and re-read it.    I guess I just needed that little extra boost to get me moving -- that little reminder if you will -- to help me make that final leap forward! I mean, it's not like I'm going to let go without a fight -- right? *LOL*

This year though, the need -- the urge -- to fight to keep the old crap is not there anymore. In the last six months alone... I have cleaned out every closet and cabinet --thrown out several truck loads of stuff that I don't need, forgot I had or just don't want any more.    It felt good! It felt so much cleaner and lighter -- on every level!   I had forgotten what it felt like to have less stuff laying around. I had forgotten what it was like to open my closet and not get a concussion! *ROFL* Feels damn good -- that's for sure! Well ... mentally & emotionally it felt great. My body, on the other had ... not so much!!   oy vey! After all that cleaning and clearing ... I was hurting in places I didn't even know existed! But still ... I felt so happy! And cleaner!

The people I removed from my life -- gave me the same feelings. Yea -- got that same sensation of it hurting in places I didn't know was there. But at the same time ... I felt great, I felt relieved ... I felt lighter -- cleaner -- Happier! Relieved even!

Saying good-bye is never easy. No one said it would be. Some times it hurts like a bitch! But in the end, we are happier, healthier and cleaner for it.

The paths we set out for ourselves are not the easiest to travel. But as much as we moan, groan and bitch about it being so hard --in secret, way deep down inside -- we wouldn't have it any other way! Because we know on a soul level -- if it were easy -- there would be no point in trying! All the "fun" in doing it would be gone. And most importantly, we wouldn't have anything to bitch about -- and where would the fun in THAT be? Seriously!!!!??? *LOLOLOL*

All kidding aside ... we have faced our fears, we have learned from them, grown from them and have become better and stronger for it. We have learned what not to do and how not to be! So in the end my friends ... it was all worth it! Wouldn't you agree?

The time has come now for me to "let go" of 2010. I wish to thank you for being there for me! Thank you for all the laughter, for all the tears. For all the joy and pain. I'm sure there will be more to come in this brand new year!

I leave you with this piece of advice that was given me over 40 years ago. Something my grandmother shared with me. And now ... I share it with all of you.

"After all that has been said and done, love is all that matters. When you remember the hardships, the pain and the hurt, remember that after all that has been said and done to you -- Love is all that matters! When you remember the joy, the laughter and the wonderful friendships and relationships that have come and gone in your life, please daughter remember that in the end ... Love is all that matters! No matter what comes or goes, please promise me that you will always remember ... Love -- is all that matters! Love is all that ever truly mattered!" ~ Virginia Lane Moore

From me and my family ... to you and yours ...

HAPPY NEW YEAR!

My Thoughts on 2010: Part II -- Clarity

2010-12-30T18:26:00.000-08:00

Our human experience has been, and continues to be, filled with all sorts of life changing moments. Good, bad or indifferent--these life changing moments bring us ... Clarity!

Clarity is not always welcomed in our lives. Especially, and in particularly, when it comes through events that are less than pleasant.    As human experiencers, we have clarity coming to us in a wide variety of ways. Some good. Some bad. Some downright humiliating. Some even debilitating!

But no matter how it comes to us, no matter form it chooses to take, rest assured -- when clarity comes -- you will find yourself in a whole different state of thought and being.

When clarity comes, we feel that shift -- a literal and physical sensation -- that pulls our consciousness into a whole new awareness. It is in that moment, we see things so clearly. It is in that moment where everything and everybody appears so very different. It is in that moment ... we actually (and literally) see what wasn't there before! In truth,in that moment, we see what was there all along! But could not see ... or for some--refuse to see ... for one reason or another.

When clarity comes to us, realization hits and we find ourselves in a whole new experience.   Sadly, for many, this experience brings regret and sorrow.   As in the case of losing a loved one.

Clarity lays out the choices we always knew we had -- but never bothered to take advantage of.

Clarity knows no boundaries nor does it have any emotional ties to what is going on. It doesn't care either way what you are going through -- it comes to do it's job and then departs ... leaving you with what you needed at that given time.

Clarity appears and brings with it a whole new perspective on so many things.   If we allow it, it will guide us directly into a more expanded and higher awareness. Through all the pain, all the anguish, and yes, even through all the yearning for that one last moment to set things right, to have that one last moment to say good-bye ... and I Love You. Clarity is there waiting -- to show you the other choice!

Happy Are Those Who Live Without Regret!

Some of you may remember the show, Crossing Over with John Edward. At the end of every show, John would urge his audience to communicate, appreciate and validate those in their lives each and every day. He encouraged us to do this in order to live our lives without regret -- and too, so we would not have to seek out the services of mediums such as himself.

Very Wise indeed!

This admonishment brought me clarity -- so I decided to take it even further. Not only do I practice this with those I love, but I also express it to those I dislike, loathe and just can't stand! And trust me ... I have a very long list of those people!

Communicate, Appreciate and Validate -- CVA for short.   I urge everyone to CVA everyone in their lives Each and Every day.   And I do mean everyone!

The act of forgiveness is not the condoning of any action -- but the refusal to carry the pain that action prompted into motion! ~ Antari

Forgiveness is a beautiful art form in motion -- rare and ingenious. Very few have mastered it. Each person--for whatever reason -- has chosen to hold on to the pain -- as if it were a matter of life or death. In punishing ourselves, we have collectively convinced ourselves that we are somehow, in some way, punishing the "guilty party." Clarity steps in and shows us the bigger picture. Clarity shows us how very silly -- if not comical --that particular belief truly is.

Letting go is a process that must be consciously practice. Sadly, in the age of "instant gratification" ... people have grown lazy. They have found it easier to just hold on to the hurt. They found it easier to bitch and moan about "it" rather than letting it go.

I spoke to a woman today who flat out refuse to let go. She actually told me, and I quote ... "I rather feel the pain than nothing at all!" unquote.

In my line of work, I have come across numerous individuals with that exact same mind set. They are miserable. But yet, they don't want to do anything about it -- but bitch! Many of them are looking for a "magical cure" that will bring them happiness. Sorry folks! Don't work that way! Never did! A little something Clarity taught me!

When you consciously work to forgive -- to let go -- communicating your appreciation and validation to all those who have come in your life -- Clarity is there with its faithful companions ... peace, contentment, joy and wisdom.

When Clarity comes, it is showing you the choices you have right there in front of you. Good, Bad or Indifferent.

Choosing to forgive, strengthens your clarity.

Choosing to communicate your appreciation and validating those (all of those) in your life, strengthens your clarity.

Choosing to let go, strengthens your clarity.

Clarity brings about a peace that no one can take away. Clarity brings you the strength to stand in your own power.

Clarity makes you a great mountain -- unmovable, resilient, tall and strong.   Like that literal mountain ... you stand there in your peaceful knowing-ness as the winds blow and howl all around.   And like that literal mountain, you too will continue to stand strong -- and never bend to those angry winds. Knowing that no matter how strong that wind is or becomes... you will never bow to them!

Clarity ... yea it's all that and a bag of chips!

My Thoughts on 2010: Part I -- "Maybe"

2010-12-30T18:24:00.000-08:00

Maybe it was because I have had my fill and finally gave in to my fatigue. In truth, I have grown weary of the same energy draining people who have come into my life. Maybe it's because I've grown older -- and yes, a bit wiser. There is something to be said about growing old. Maybe it's because I was actually paying attention this year. In my defense, I was more alert and aware in 2010.

Hmmm ... Maybe -- just maybe ...all these wondrous changes and shifts in 2010 was due to all that conscious work I do, and had been doing, on my Self. I mean, I've been working very hard for years. Truth be told, centuries -- eons even!! *LOL*

Maybe a combination of all the above?

Maybe!

The lessons that have repeated themselves year after year after year (etc., etc.) have finally sunk in. And by the powers of duct tape --in 2010, I do believe I got it! I finally got it!

Maybe.

Naturally, time will be the final deciding factor.

Keeping that little nugget of wisdom in mind, I know there will be many more lessons to come -- some even a repeat and rehash of some of the old lessons. I'm nobody's fool! I've been paying attention! I know how the Universe operates. I know how it loves to see if you really DID get it!!! But this feeling I have though --it's just difficult to put into words how I am feeling. I just feel ... different.

In all honesty, I don't remember feeling this way before. And even if I did -- I don't ever recall it being this profound!

I first began feeling it back in August of this year. I remember because It jostled me out of a deep sleep. As I lay there in my bed, I recall saying out loud in that moment ... "Something has changed!" Gross understatement! To be sure! The events that unfolded that day, and the days that followed, proved just how grossly understated that one particular thought had been!

2010 has been an outstanding year for rooting up, releasing and rejecting all the old crap that no longer serves us. And from my observations, and personal experiences ... resistance was more of a waste than ever before in 2010!

Well ... maybe it was just my own perspective that caused me to see all that. Maybe! Or maybe -- just maybe -- I am one of the few who did (at long last) ... finally accept the wisdom of our collective past experiences. And maybe --just maybe -- we have finally all collectively connected and come together -- reuniting after all these life times -- like the proverbial "birds of a feather" who naturally flock together. Maybe as we slowly (but surely) congregate in massive numbers-- collectively and individually -- consciously leaving the old ways behind! And in our collective-ness -- our gathering-ness ... we are leaving behind an incredible legacy!

hmmm. May --- Be!

As I finish up this note -- two songs played back to back ... the first "Can't Fight This Feeling" and "Hooked on a Feeling!"

Think The Universe is trying to tell me something.

hmmm ... maybe!

Have a Sexy Christmas! More Sig Tags!

2010-12-24T09:03:00.000-08:00

Some more of my tags ... a bit "racier" sig tags!

Christmas Sig Tags Galore! Merry Christmas!

2010-12-24T08:50:00.000-08:00

*WARNING* Some sig tags contain adult content.

MERRY CHRISTMAS! 2010

2010-12-24T08:41:00.000-08:00

Every year since having this blog, I have posted all the holiday sig tags I have made. I do this to not just show off my favorite hobby -- but more importantly -- to express my heart to all of you!

In celebration of the 2010 Christmas Season -- I am once again posting all my Christmas sig tags!

**WARNING**

some of the graphics used are Adult content.

So please use discretion!

I Believe! (An Open Letter to Santa)

2010-12-07T09:10:00.000-08:00

Dearest Santa,

When I was a child, I wasn’t allowed to openly acknowledge you. I grew up in a home that didn’t believe in you, in Christmas or anything magical. But I want you to know (though I feel you always did) that I believed.

I believed despite what my mother told me. And I believed in spite of what my older brothers and sisters said. I believed. No matter what the other children said with respect to your existence. I believed.

Though I was never allowed to say it out loud ... I Believed!

After I became an adult and left home, I was finally free to express my beliefs out in the open.   I still meet with all sorts of nay sayers who shout “There is no Santa!“

But Santa … I have to tell you … no matter the opposition … there is no greater feeling than being able to say those two little words … I Believe! And despite, and in spite of, the nay sayers -- I said it! And I continue to say it! I BELIEVE!

Santa, I know Jesus wasn’t born on December 25th   … but what does it matter? I fail to understand why it is such a bad thing to honor the Christ -- if only once a year.    I, and many others like myself, honor Him each and every day of the year.    But what difference does it make what day Jesus was born if … if …it brings many more to honor him. If only just for that day?   And Santa, whose to say that one day doesn’t motivate someone to do it more than just on Christmas? I believe it does!

Santa, I know the Christmas Tree isn’t a Christian thing. But what does that matter? It’s beautiful! And it is a wonderful reminder of so many things.

For me personally … The lights represent each and every person who shares their love to others. These are the People who live by the words Jesus exclaimed “Let your light shine bright among men!”

The tinsel, are the folks who are not yet ready to let their light shine so bright, but still show love in some way on some level.   And their love is reflected off their shiny faces -- just like the lights reflect off the silvery and gold strips on the tree.

Each ornament reminds us of those we love, have loved, those we yet to love, and most importantly … those we don’t even know, but love just the same.

The Angel I put at the top of my tree reminds me that our Beloved and most Divine Creators are watching over us--that They have never forgotten us (nor will They Ever!). It is also a reminder that They have put in position myriads of helpers for us while we are here on Earth.

And Santa … I know you are the icon of Giving!   But you are so much more … aren’t you? Yes, you my dear, are the symbol of courage, love, happiness, joy and generosity.    Attributes each of us have -- but rarely express to others … and rarer still … to our selves.    Many have forgotten that it's not you the person, but what you represent that makes you so grand, and why it is so important to never forget!

Santa, I know ... and I believe ... The Magic of Christmas is the one time of year when people get the chance to collectively remember that Love --That generosity --That courage--That Happiness & Joy.    Some do, but then forget the next day. Some scoff Christmas, saying it is nothing but a scam … so they miss out on the messages yet again. But Santa, there are those of us who do Believe in the Magic of Christmas!   And we carry it with us through out the year.

I know Santa, that Christmas is really an ancient custom called Saturnalia. But I also know that in these modern times, just like in times of old, we are given on this one day, the opportunity to see from the "other's point of view." Christians, Pagans, Buddhists, Jews, Muslims, all the other religions ... and even atheists too. If only we believe ... we can take that one day and see from another's point of view! And through this ... learn and grow ... and remember the Love we are.

For these reasons, and so many more, is why I believe Santa! This is why I have always believed! And I promise you, will continue to believe no matter what!

Santa, I remember Jesus saying to"be like the little children". I know he was trying to tell us all to see the wonderments and splendors of all creation.   To see through the eyes of a child is to see the world for the very first time. How truly splendid it is! How magical it all is! To be free to love and be In Joy without inhibitions!

And I do that myself Santa!   And I know others do as well.   Sadly, the majority of this world have gone from being child-like to childish. Constantly fighting and quarreling amongst one another.   Santa, they lost their magic.    They don’t believe -- and now they are miserable.

Santa, these folks have convinced themselves into thinking that now we're all grown up, we don’t have time to believe or we shouldn't believe because it's just for kids or it's stupid!    They don’t believe in you Santa. They don’t believe in Jesus. Why some even go as far as saying there are no Divine Creators! No wonder they're so miserable! They have nothing to remind them of the Love and the Joy. So it isn't any mystery why they're so angry all the time!

I know Santa that if they could get back their magic -- become a child again ... they would remember! They too would believe! And they would be so much happier! I Believe this Santa! I really and truly do!

Santa, I just wanted you to know that me and others are doing our best to help these people remember.   We are doing all we can to remind them of the Love and the Joy that is theirs, every day of the week.   And not just at Christmas time.   Me and all the others out there, we are doing all we know to help these souls to remember that Love takes on all sorts of shapes and forms. That it comes in many ways, through many people and in different venues. Each and every single day of the year!

That the Spirit of Christmas is 24 hours a day -- 7 Days a Week! If only They Believe!

But some times, I just get really fed up! They are a stubborn lot -- these unbelievers!

But I promise! I will not give up! I will continue my mission to help others remember! To help them regain their sense of child-like wonder!

I just wanted you to know Santa -- you, Jesus and our Divine Creators are not alone nor are you ever forgotten! And that no matter what …

I Believe! Yes! I Do!

With much Love …

Domestic Violence: Taking It Like A Man -- The Untold Story

2010-10-09T09:05:00.000-07:00

Domestic Violence. It's Everybody's Business!

But how many turn a deaf ear and a blind eye to it? Sadly too many to count.

While the majority of such violence reported involved women and children, an alarming number of men who are victims go unreported ... even ignored.

"... activists for “men’s rights” have suggested that policy-oriented efforts for women have been misplaced, because they focus entirely on women as the victims of domestic violence.

“men are the victims of domestic violence at least as often as women” (Brott, 1994). "

[emphasis added]

(http://new.vawnet.org/Assoc_Files_VAWnet/GenderSymmetry.pdf)

*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*

And we are not just talking about gay men in this regard. Hetero-sexual men fall prey to domestic abuse as well. You don't hear about it very often -- if at all. Pride and shame prevent many of these men from coming forward. Shame of not being seen as a "real" man if they are being physically beaten up or verbally assaulted. Especially, and in particularly, if their abuser is a woman! And for our gay brothers ... the blame for being who they are is used to guilt them into staying silent.

So, for the most part, they all collectively suffer alone.

But why keep quiet? Why hide the abuse?

Like women, men go through the same emotional ups and downs, blaming themselves, taking on the responsibility of their partner's abusive behavior. Men share the same type of shame for allowing it to happen, the same type of guilt for not being good enough and so on. The same helplessness and hopelessness is shared. Like women, men who are abused undergo all the above. However, unlike women, men who are victimized deal with one additional burden ... gender stereo typing.

Men who are abused by women often suffer in silence. In addition to the shame shared by many women victims of domestic violence, men must overcome gender stereotypes.

The emotional scars cannot be seen; and the physical scars are laughed off and/or lied about. The pain and anguish is compounded when they hear someone say ... "take it like a man!"

Take it like a man -- meaning -- Take your licks and count yourself lucky you are still breathing and able to walk around! You're a man after all!

Too many of our men have suffered at the hands of their abusers for far too long. They take the abuse for one reason or another -- "taking it like a man", as it were, for fear of being seen less than what they truly are.

*~*~*~*

Growing up, I witnessed domestic violence first hand. Both parents abusing each other -- verbally and physically. But whenever the police came ... it was always my father they arrested. Why? Because he was the man! They saw his injuries as something he deserved and/or something he was expected to take. Adding insult to injury --- they viewed it as my mother defending herself each and every time. Little did they know (or even cared) ... a good percentage of those injuries my father incurred over the years were due to my mother hitting him first! And most of the time without little to no provocation!

But daddy took it like the man he was! And he suffered quietly through the emotional turmoil, through the hurtful and spiteful jabs made by neighbors, friends and family members.

There were only a few instances where daddy did get physical with mother. The first incident was when Mother came at him with a butcher knife. During an attempt to wretch it from her hand, daddy broke her little finger. The second incident occurred a little over a year later, when she came after him with a baseball bat. She had swung at him, barely missing his head. Daddy turned around, grabbed mother and slammed her against a solid wood door, bruising her entire back. Out of anger, frustration and no doubt abject fear, daddy punched his fist through the closet door.

Though it was in true self-defense, daddy was arrested for both incidents. And while I don't condone his actions (and neither did he), I can see why he did it -- why he had to.

When I was grown, I asked my father why he took it. He told me ... that's what a real man does. Crying about it makes you weak! So you take it like a man and keep moving forward--hoping one day it will get better!

And then you have men who go to jail -- for literally not doing anything -- but was incarcerated for the lies the woman in his life has told. The law took the woman's side -- even when the man had visible injuries!

*~*~*~*

Working in the legal field, I witnessed a great deal of injustice against men. One case that stands out in my mind was "Charles" -- a long time client and colleague who came to our office early one morning. His dark handsome face was bruised, his left eye swollen shut, his right arm in a cast. Every step he made was agony. He had sustained a broken arm, several fractured ribs and a sprang ankle. Looking at him, one would immediately assume he had been in some kind of auto accident. Sadly, he was a victim of domestic violence.

His wife of three years had been beating him on a regular basis. While the physical injuries were, on average, sustained monthly --- the verbal and emotional abuse had been taking place daily (we found this out during our investigation).

This case happened nearly 16 years ago and I will never forget what my boss told "Charles" when he came in. "I hope you packed your tooth brush pal! 'Cause you and I both know you're going to jail today!"

And he did. Though his wife never sustained so much as a scratch, and all medical records of his injuries were provided -- "Charles" was sentenced to one year for domestic abuse!

The lies told were criminal all unto itself. But the literal miscarriage of justice in this particular instance was more than unbelievable -- it was unimaginable!

So why was "Charles" jailed for domestic violence? Most men, by appearance only, are seen intimidating and/or threatening. I believe this was the case with "Charles". I feel and truly believe that because of his nearly seven foot, lean 205 pound athletic stature, he was deemed threatening to most people and his wife was a mere 5'2 and 98 pounds, it was always assumed that "Charles" was the abuser. Because "Charles" was a man he was always seen as the perpetrator of any and all domestic disputes.

On the flip-side ... his appearance worked against him in other ways. How so? Most men (and women) saw "Charles" as a wuss, a sissy for allowing the abuse to take place. After all ... he was the man! And a giant of a man to boot!

For "Charles" and men like him ... it was a no win situation.

Sadly -- similar (or worse) cases happens all too often.

*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*

The good news is ... (if you can call it that) the laws are changing. Albeit ever so slowly. But they are changing in regards to how domestic violence is being handled by our legal system.

But they can only change and improve if we arm ourselves with knowledge and awareness. The laws can only change and improve if we ourselves change and improve the way we view one another!

Remembering first and foremost that we are human beings -- men and women.

I urge you to join together in bringing an end to this type of violence for both genders--irregardless of their sexual orientation! But most importantly, I ask that all of you -- both ladies and gentlemen --Keep in mind that men are human beings too! They are just as vulnerable to the same feelings we women have. They are susceptible to the same injuries inflicted as we would be. They need to know that we do not look down on them for enduring such atrocities. We don't see them less than a man for going through these traumas.

And as for you men ... Stand up and let your voices be heard!

For you macho types ... get over yourselves!

If you know of anyone -- be they male or female -- who is living with domestic violence ... please make an effort to help. I am Not asking you to put your life on the line ... there are people you can call, services you can offer to the abused in ways no one has to know. But don't just stand there and do nothing!

If you are someone who is currently living with domestic violence ... SPEAK UP! REACH OUT! There are people out there ready, willing and able to help you.

If you are a man living with domestic violence or know someone who is ... there are places to go and people who will assist you. No judgments ... only understanding & compassion.

Please don't suffer in silence!

Below I have listed a few sites and resources, as well as articles on male victims of domestic violence. Pass them along to those in need. Together we can raise awareness so no one need suffer ever again!

Domestic Violence. It's Everybody's Business!

Resources:

National Domestic Abuse Hotline: thehotline.org

1.800.799.SAFE (7233) 1.800.787.3224 (TTY)
Anonymous & Confidential Help 24/7

http://www.menweb.org/battered/

http://www.batteredmen.com/bathelp.htm ~ filled with articles and other resources.

S.A.F.E. (http://www.safe4all.org) concentrates on domestic violence against straight men, gay men, and lesbian women, because few services exist for these groups.

Articles of Interest:

http://www.ncdsv.org/publications_malevictims.html

http://menshealth.about.com/od/relationships/a/Battered_Men.htm

http://www.aardvarc.org/dv/malevictims.shtml

Beyond Where The Crow Flies: A Tribute To My Father

2010-06-20T06:49:00.000-07:00

My dad was a professional truck driver. It's all he knew ... at least that is all he pretended to know. I suspect that he knew more than he let on. My suspicions were always proven correct whenever I heard him speak to others -- especially and particularly when he didn't think I was listening.

What daddy lacked in formal education, he made up in street smarts. He had a cowboy wisdom that rivaled many philosophical thinking. He was down to earth and only put on airs to get a rise out of you. I think he did that only to show you how ridiculous you were being for putting on a pretense. But that was his way. Showing you by example -- even if it meant that he looked foolish.

One picture stands out in my mind whenever I think of my daddy-- it's of him standing at the kitchen sink giving his baby girl a bath. (And yes, that baby in the sink is me!) Not really sure why that one stands out more than all the others I have of him. It just does! He was so young in that picture!

Even in jeans and a plain white tee shirt ... he looked like a prince! Black wavy hair and dark eyes framed in long thick eyelashes, daddy stood at an even 6'3. Everybody said he looked like James Garner. But I always thought daddy was better looking! (naturally!)

Daddy loved animals and they adored him. Truth be told, he was Dr. Doolittle in disguise. The man could charm any creature with little to no effort. It was something you had to experience to appreciate.

I remember when I was about 4 years old, daddy had taken me to Shawnee Park to fly a kite, it was there we came across an injured crow flopping about on the ground. Several cats were standing back waiting for an opportunity to pounce when daddy pulled his shirt off, threw it over the injured bird and scooped it up. We hurried home so fast, I had forgotten all about my kite!

When we got home, daddy was able to assess the crow had been shot by a B.B. gun which had been the cause of it's broken wing. I stood back-- amazed how the Crow just lay there and allowed my father to work on him. They both spoke a language I didn't quite understand ... it was like some kind of secret code that only they knew!

For the first two weeks, the Crow's home was this huge over sized decorative bird cage my daddy had borrowed from my grandmother. Every morning, right before sunrise, and again every evening before the sun went down, my father would open the cage and feed the black bird. During the feedings, I would watch and listen to my father as he spoke to the Crow--and the Crow to my father.

Daddy would always offer his arm for the Crow to perch, all the while offering words of comfort and encouragement to his new found friend. The first week, the bird declined. Towards the middle of the second week, our feathered visitor had succumbed to my father's charms. Each day daddy would coax the Crow onto his arm. It was funny when he would wave his arm up and down so the bird would flap it’s wings. Daddy told me he did this so the bird could exercise.

I remember the first time Daddy took the Crow out back and let him fly around the yard. This became a daily ritual -- once in the morning and again in the evening. The Crow would always return and land back on my father’s arm. After a while, the Crow would fly past our yard out further and further--each time returning, landing on his arm.

One day, after a month of exercising, the Crow flew out of sight and was gone for most of the day. Later that evening, the Crow returned. He sat on the chair on the back porch cawing until daddy came out. In his beak was a single silver thread. Hopping on daddy’s shoulder, the Crow dropped it into his hand. A tear fell down my father’s cheek as the Crow flew away -- never to return.

Daddy carried that thread in his wallet throughout the years. A reminder of a bond that was forged during those weeks.

This is one of my favorite memories of my daddy. There are more of course. But somehow … I feel this memory best sums up who my father truly was -- deep down.

It is the memory that defines the man I came to know and appreciate.

*~Addendum~*

There’s an old black Crow that has been visiting me every day since I moved here. He sits on the railing of my back porch cawing until I come out and throw him a few bites of bread and lettuce. A part of me likes to believe this Crow is the descendant of the old black bird my father rescued all those many years ago. A part of me likes to believe this is my father’s way of reminding me of the wondrous circle of life we are all a part of.

But most importantly ... As I stand back and watch my winged friend take flight ... I am reminded that the Love my father and I shared through the years goes far beyond where the Crow flies.

In Loving Memory of Robert J. Cole ~ August 30, 1934 - July 7, 2006

Excerpt from The ZEN of Duct Tape: An Empress Is Born

Something To Ponder

2010-06-14T09:11:00.000-07:00

How many of you expressing "We Are One" are willing to accept into your fold those who are historically deemed as "evil"? Individuals such as Osama Bin Laden, Saddam Hussein, Mussilini, Adolf Hitler ... to name a few. More recently ... BP Oil? Your present government leaders?

How many of you claiming enlightenment are open to embracing these(and others like them) with open arms and pouring out the love you so readily give to those of like mind?

Easy is it to give your love and attention to those who you perceive as worthy. But again I ask ... what of those you (as a whole) ... see as "unworthy"?

Do you believe that your hatred, your angst and your prejudice against these is justified? That it is perfectly alright to feel these things and perpetuate the energies of these? Do you believe that your feelings, your expressions of these feelings are any less an act of evil than the acts these (and others) have committed?

If you truly believe "We Are One" ... then you will know that your unwillingness to show love towards those you deem evil is nothing less than the acts committed by any of these you see as criminals. In truth, you are on the same level as these in many regards.

You claim unconditional love ... yet your Love holds many conditions. Is this true Love? No.

Withholding love from those you deem "evil" locks you into the very energies you are claiming to be no part of. Yet I will remind you ... you are all of these energies. Every thing and every one ... including those you deem evil ... are as much a part of you as those who are of like mind. There is no separation!

"There is No Separation!" "We Are One!" Many of you shout! Yet the majority of you practice separation by denying these alleged "evil" human experiencers your love. I say to you ... For as long as you practice separation even on the minutest level ... you are not One with all!

These individuals did not accomplish their deeds alone. They had plenty of help along these lines. YOU had a part in the devastation of land, water, air, and life. In some way... on some level ... YOU had a hand in it all. Yes! YOU!

We have taken note how many of you become agitated over the very thought that the likes of these alleged "evil" men & women are the same as you. How you resist the very idea that these very same individuals are no different than yourselves.

"How can this be?" You ask. "I am Love!" You scream at the top of your lungs. "I am One with All!" You shout.

You yourselves have said it. You Are One with ALL.

If you truly understand "We Are One" ... you know it means ALL ... not just a select few.

Anger -- is unacknowledged truths about one's self. It is the emotional shield human experiencers hide behind. Blinders that each of you use to keep from acknowledging what is truthfully going on within your Self. It is the emotion you use to justify your own misgivings, mistakes and resistance.

Take note when you are angry over any particular devastation ... how you focus this on the ones you deem responsible. During these times ... many of You act as though it is all outside yourself. As though it was all created without any assistance from You. Again, you claim you are all one ... yet deny the acceptance and acknowledgment your Self's truth of these very words.

I ask you now ... what is your anger really about? Take a deep hard look within. Could it be--the anger you feel is not so much about what "they" did ... but in truth ... your contribution to it?

If you are honest with yourself ... you will acknowledge and accept this truth. And what is this truth? That YOU had a hand in creating whatever devastation is occurring.

Let us take for example the current created crisis in the Gulf. BP Oil ... has become the most despised entity in 3-D earth. Do you truly seek to end this? Then embrace BP Oil ... fill your heart, soul and mind with unconditional love and surround these entities ... all of these entities you feel are responsible (including yourself) ... with your Love.

Admit you had a hand in creating this. Express your need to be forgiven for it. Give Thanks for the opportunity to grow from this experience ... and end it with Voicing your Love for it.

Many will recognize this method as Ho'Oponopono. It is a heartfelt practice that allows you to reach that part of your Self that desires to be ONE with All! Put this into practice in your daily life and notice the difference it makes in your world.

Below we have placed links to assist you in practicing this method. It is our desire that you will join us in the blending of energies.

If you truly believe You are One with All ... then accept, acknowledge and take responsibility for ALL that has occurred on your blessed 3 Dimensional earthly plane ... then take action in resolving it in a manner that is conducive to your True Selves.

Being One With All ... Includes ALL! Even those--nay, especially and in particular, you dislike, disagree with and yes ... even despise. Keep in mind they too are from the very same energies that created YOU.

There is no separation -- only resistance to the truths you know and are coming into remembering.

Namaste!

Expert from "Interview With a Spirit Guide: My Conversations With Antari"

If you use any of this material (either in whole or in part) all proper credit must be given.

Ho'oponopono Links:

Guided Meditation: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ac5SGwRPv0o&NR=1

Explanation of Ho'oponopono: http://hubpages.com/hub/How-To-Practice-Hooponopono

About Julia K. Cole

Julia, a. k. a. The Empress of the Known & Unknown Universes™, is a psychic reader-medium, radio talk show host, author and empowerment coach. She works with her spirit companion, Sirius Demetrius Antares (better known as Antari) in assisting others throughout the world.

For more information about Julia, or to book a private session, please visit her website at www.juliakcole.com

12 Signs of Your Awakening Divinity

2010-06-10T15:38:00.000-07:00

"Twelve Signs of Your Awakening Divinity"

“Shaumbra” means Family and Deep Inner Friendship

By Geoffrey Hoppe and Tobias

Body aches and pains, especially in the neck, shoulder and back. This is the result of intense changes at your DNA level as the "Christ seed" awakens within. This too shall pass.
Feeling of deep inner sadness for no apparent reason. You are releasing your past (this lifetime and others) and this causes the feeling of sadness. This is similar to the experience of moving from a house where you lived in for many, many years into a new house. As much as you want to move into the new house, there is a sadness of leaving behind the memories, energy and experiences of the old house. This too shall pass.
Crying for no apparent reason. Similar to #2 above. It's good and healthy to let the tears flow. It helps to release the old energy within. This too shall pass.
Sudden change in job or career. A very common symptom. As you change, things around you will change as well. Don't worry about finding the "perfect" job or career right now. This too shall pass. You're in transition and you may make several job changes before you settle into one that fits your passion.
Withdrawal from family relationships. You are connected to your biological family via old karma. When you get off the karmic cycle, the bonds of the old relationships are released. It will appear as though you are drifting away from your family and friends. This too shall pass. After a period of time, you may develop a new relationship with them if it is appropriate. However, the relationship will be based in the new energy without the karmic attachments.
Unusual sleep patterns. It's likely that you'll awaken many nights between 2:00 and 4:00 AM. There's a lot of work going on within you, and it often causes you to wake up for a "breather." Not to worry. If you can't go back to sleep, get up and do something rather than lay in bed and worry about humanly things. This too shall pass.
Intense dreams. These might include war and battle dreams, chase dreams or monster dreams. You are literally releasing the old energy within, and these energies of the past are often symbolized as wars, running to escape and boogiemen. This too shall pass.
Physical disorientation. At times you'll feel very ungrounded. You'll be "spatially challenged" with the feeling like you can't put two feet on the ground, or that you're walking between two worlds. As your consciousness transitions into the new energy, you body sometimes lags behind. Spend more time in nature to help ground the new energy within. This too shall pass.
Increased "self talk." You'll find yourself talking to your Self more often. You'll suddenly realize you've been chattering away with yourself for the past 30 minutes. There is a new level of communication taking place within your being, and you're experiencing the tip of the iceberg with the self talk. The conversations will increase, and they will become more fluid, more coherent and more insightful. You're not going crazy, you're just Shaumbra moving into the new energy.
Feelings of loneliness, even when in the company of others. You may feel alone and removed from others. You may feel the desire to "flee" groups and crowds. As Shaumbra, you are walking a sacred and lonely path. As much as the feelings of loneliness cause you anxiety, it is difficult to relate to others at this time. The feelings of loneliness are also associated with the fact that your Guides have departed. They have been with you on all of your journeys in all of your lifetimes. It was time for them to back away so you could fill your space with your own divinity. This too shall pass. The void within will be filled with the love and energy of your own Christ consciousness.
Loss of passion. You may feel totally disimpassioned, with little or no desire to do anything. That's OK, and it's just part of the process. Take this time to "do no-thing." Don't fight yourself on this, because this too shall pass. It's similar to rebooting a computer. You need to shut down for a brief period of time in order to load the sophisticated new software, or in this case, the new Christ-seed energy.
A deep longing to go Home. This is perhaps the most difficult and challenging of any of the conditions. You may experience a deep and overwhelming desire to leave the planet and return to Home. This is not a "suicidal" feeling. It is not based in anger or frustration. You don't want to make a big deal of it or cause drama for yourself or other. There is a quiet part of you that wants to go Home. The root cause for this is quite simple. You have completed your karmic cycles. You have completed your contract for this lifetime. You are ready to begin a new lifetime while still in this physical body. During this transition process, you have an inner remembrance of what it is like to be on the other side. Are you ready to enlist for another tour of duty here on Earth? Are you ready to take on the challenges of moving into the New Energy? Yes, indeed you could go Home right now. But you've come this far, and after many, many lifetimes it would be a shame to leave before the end of the movie. Besides, Spirit needs you here to help others transition into the new energy. They will need a human guide, just like you, who has taken the journey from the old energy into the new. The path you're walking right now provides the experiences to enable you to become a Teacher of the New Divine Human. As lonely and dark as your journey can be at times, remember that you are never alone.

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The Spiritual Awakening

2010-06-09T20:39:00.000-07:00

PLEASE NOTE:

CHECK WITH A TRUSTED MEDICAL, MENTAL/EMOTIONAL HEALTH PROFESSION FIRST!

Before making a decision that you are undergoing a Spiritual Awakening ... we urge you to seek out assistance from a trusted and knowledgeable medical doctor, mental/emotional health specialist FIRST!

We are aware that many symptoms listed here could very well be the result of a physical, emotional and/or mental condition. Therefore, we encourage you ... we urge you... to first seek out conventional medical efforts FIRST!

Your overall health is of the utmost importance ... and to ensure a BALANCE ... please make every effort to pursue all means available to you.

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The Spiritual Awakening

A time comes in your life when you finally get it...when, in the midst of all your fears and insanity, you stop dead in your tracks and somewhere the voice inside your head cries out... ENOUGH! Enough fighting and crying and blaming and struggling to hold on to the illusion.

You learn that negative feelings such as anger, envy and resentment must be understood and redirected or they will suffocate the life force out of you and poison the universe that surrounds you.

Then you begin to take responsibility for yourself by yourself and make yourself a promise to never betray yourself and never, ever to settle for less than your heart's desire. As you learn and grow you start to make changes in your life, but you also start feeling different.

We call this Spiritual Awakening.

The Symptoms
**The Short List**

Changing sleep patterns. restlessness, hot feet, waking up two or three times a night. Feeling tired after you wake up and sleepy off and on during the day.

Activity at the crown of the head. Tingling, itching, prickly, crawling sensations along the scalp and/or down the spine. A sense of energy vibrating on top of the head, as if energy is erupting from the head in a shower. Also, the sensation of energy pouring in through the crown, described as "sprinkles".

Sudden waves of emotion. Crying at the drop of a hat. Feeling suddenly angry or sad with little provocation. Or unexplainable depressed. Emotional roller coaster.

Changes in weight. The weight gain in the US population is phenomenal. Others may lose weight. Advice with respect to this issue: Don't freak out, just accept it as a symptom of where you are right now. Release your anxiety about this.

Changes in eating habits. Strange cravings and odd food choices. Some find they are not as hungry as they used to be; others may be hungrier.

Food intolerances, allergies you never had before. As you grow more spiritual, you are more sensitive to everything around you.

Amplifications of the senses, increased sensitivity. Sight : Blurry vision, shimmering objects, seeing glittery particles, auras around people, plants.

Skin eruptions: Rashes, bumps, acne, hives and shingles. Anger produces outbreaks around the mouth and chin. Advice: You may be sloughing off toxins and bringing Emotions to the surface. Accept it, for it is probably temporary.

Episodes of intense energy' which make you want to leap out of bed and into action, followed by periods of lethargy and fatigue . Advice: Roll with the nature of the energy - don't fight it. Be gentle with yourself.

Changes in prayer or meditation. Not feeling the same sensations as before. Not having the same experience of being in contact with Spirit or your guides. Difficulty in focusing.

Power surges. All of a sudden you are heated from head to toe. It is a momentary sensation, but uncomfortable. In contrast, some people feel inexplicably cold. I have experienced both. Advice: Ask your Higher Power to turn up/down the temperature a bit.

A range in physical manifestations. Headaches, backaches, neck pains, flu-like symptoms, digestive problems, muscular spasms or cramps, racing heartbeat, chest pains, changes in sexual desire, numbness or pain in the limbs and involuntary vocalizations or bodily movements. Advice: Remember what I said about seeking medical help if you need it!

Looking younger. Yippee!!!

Vivid dreams. Sometimes the dreams are so real that you wake up confused. You may even have lucid dreams in which you are in control. Many dreams may be mystical or carry messages for you.

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Please be sure to check our previous blog "Working Through The Awakening Process"

Namaste!

About Julia K. Cole

What can you expect from someone who considers Putting Reality Back Into Spirituality a personal calling? Straight forward answers that lead to life-changing experiences on a soul level!

Known as The Empress of the Known & Unknown Universes™, Julia brings enlightenment and inspiration around the globe by providing spiritual guidance to those seeking a deeper understanding.

In her personal empowerment consultations, Julia provides in-depth advice, teaches you to tap into your own inner-strength and provides tools to enable you to live a more fulfilling and joyful life.

As a psychic medium, Julia brings healing and comfort by serving as a liaison between those here in the physical realm and those who have crossed over into the spiritual planes of existence.

Julia's weekly radio talk show Namaste Beloved!™ can be heard on Blog Talk Radio every Friday evening starting at 9 p.m. Eastern Time.