Inner Muse

06/24/2018

The blog on my website is up and running. I had a conversation at dinner Friday night on Anthony Bourdain's su***de that has sparked a new blog entry.

06/17/2018

It's been a busy weekend. I've been working on my website. Once I revamp the blog feature it will be done. I've also reactivated my Etsy storefront. I teach people how to quiet the noise that drowns out our inner wisdom. One of my ways to quiet my own noise is with my crafting. Since I don't have a space to keep all of my crafted items, I pass them on to others through my storefront. Each piece is created while drawing from my well of peacefulness and filled with my intention to share my serenity with others.

06/17/2018

06/09/2018

06/08/2018

A couple of friends from the Wisdom of the House of Night deck have let me know they have something to share with everyone. Kalona speaks to us about choices - those made and those not made. All of which have consequences. Which choice will you make or not make? Stevie Rae speaks of loyalty. She asks us to stand up for what we believe and be loyal only to what is true and good.

06/08/2018

Life takes us on interesting journeys. Many of the trips don't come out the way I expect. I've started a new business by moving my accounting, bookkeeping and tax preparation services into a separate company. Good news is all the time I've been spending building that company off is starting to pay off. I've got time again to refocus on my spiritual companionship programs and art. I'm not enamored with social media but I'm committed to improving my presence on this platform.

02/28/2017

I may get into the habit of writing here. I'm not there yet. Today I feel the strong need to write. The mother of a friend of mine has come to the last few days of her life. As I support my friend, I am reminded by my own experience of my mother's passing. I spent a lot of time with my mother during the couple of months of her life. I did it out of a sense of obligation since good girls should take care of their parents while they are dying. I also went with an expectation that the relationship I always wanted with my mother would be realized during her last few weeks.

Needless to say, it wasn't. Sitting with her in her pain and denial of what was happening intensified my pain of seeing an illusion I hoped would someday become a reality shatter in front of me as my mother became angrier, more resentful, and shifted further away from me. I was also caught up in what others thought about what I should be doing and following that path rather than listening to what I needed to be doing to accept the changes that were occurring in that moment. Looking back I am grateful to a care provider who told me that I didn't need to worry about taking care of my mother's needs since hospice was supporting my mother. I was given permission to let go of my mother's pain which gave me the room to be with only my own. While I was capable of being with my own, I was being crushed when attempting to take on my mother's in addition to my own.

Where is this all leading? I'm not sure I even know. When my friend asked me whether she should go to see her mother before she dies or whether she should wait until after to support her father, I replied you must do what is needed for you to forgive, let go and heal. Going out of guilt and obligation will serve no one.

11/29/2016

The persistent thought for me today is about living in in authenticity and expressing truth. Caroline Myss has been one of my teachers for many years. I've read many of her books, attended a few of her workshops, and watched and listened to teachings. I saw her just recently at Celebrate your Life in Scottsdale, Arizona. She is a wordsmith and is very careful in her selection of the spoken word.

In speaking truth it is wise to remember the power a word can have. For the most part, truth is relative. What is a truth for me may not be a truth for anyone else. When I speak my truth, I own it and identify it as my truth. How many times have you heard hurtful words spoken under the guise of I am speaking my truth. Many years ago I took my mother out to dinner. Taking my mother out to dinner was more a duty I believed I had by the simple act of being her daughter and not because I really wanted to spend time with my mother. After listening the the tirade on how her neighbors in the apartment complex needed to change their ways or move because what they were doing in their home disturbed her, I spoke out and suggested that rather than insisting that her neighbors be forced to move that maybe she should move.

What I offered was I viable option. It was not what my mother wanted to hear. The animosity she was expressing about her neighbors was justified in her mind by the statement she was expressing her truth. While truth can hurt, is what is being said in the name of truth actually the truth or a way to manipulate a situation to your own benefit? I've spoken unpleasant and painful truths to others. My practice when I am asked to speak a truth as I perceive it when I know that what I will say will be unpleasant or painful is to ask the person asking is "Are you sure you want to hear me?" If they say yes, I internally ask for the grace to express what must be said in the manner that will serve the best interests of all. It doesn't release me from my portion of the responsibility of the consequences. It does help to define my degree of responsibility.

Remember the power of your words and the consequences they may have.
Blessings of love and strength.
Suellen

11/24/2016

As people who have followed me or who know me in person have found out, Facebook is not high on my list of ways to reach out and communicate. While I will more than likely always prefer the closeness I experience with one-on-one conversations, I am being encouraged internally to reach out to more people. So I am going to expand my comfort zone by becoming more active on this page.

I am finding as I get older or maybe it is just as I am getting more comfortable and sure with who I am that what other people think about me isn't as important as it used to be. Especially when the opinion is a tool for holding on tightly to the status quo. I am changing. The community I live in is changing. The United States is changing. The world is changing. The problems we are facing as the human race have no national boundaries. I keep coming face-to-face with the question - "Am I part of the problem or am I a part of the solution?" In my belief system burying my head in the sand, resorting to violence and abusive behavior, or allowing my fear to freeze me in indecision is being part of the problem.

Many years ago as my world was completely turned upside down by a dark night called divorce, I found Hay House radio and Louise Hay. No offense to Louise but I found affirmations to be a way of lying to myself. Since I made a vow to never lie to myself again, I couldn't get them to work until I crafted this one for myself - "I am becoming the persion I want to spend the rest of my life with." One of the most powerful songs I heard that supported this affirmation is Michael Jackson's Man in the Mirror. "I'm asking the man in the mirror to change his ways." If you want change in this world, you must become the change you want to see in this world. It's not always the easiest path to walk but I have found it to be the most worthwhile.

Be the change.
Blessings of love and strength.
Suellen

02/21/2015

For the weekend we have Crossing in the House of Rider. It's interesting to me that today we are working with the beginning and end cards of the Lenormand set. The Rider brings messages and news. The Crossing brings us to the other end dealing with tests, sadness, suffering, and crisis. This weekend will not be filled with happy news.

Gilded Reverie Lenormand by Ciro Marchetti; The Enchanted Lenormand Oracle by Caitlin Matthews & Virginia Lee

02/20/2015

Today House is in the House of Child. Today Child brings in spontaneity, playfulness and even a touch of naivety. House brings it into your home and your personal domestic space. Today is not a day for housework and grown up respnsibilities around the home. Take the time and play. If you have kids, join in their play.

Gilded Reverie Lenormand by Ciro Marchetti; The Enchanted Lenormand Oracle by Caitlin Matthews & Virginia Lee

02/19/2015

Thank you for your understanding over my absence for the last couple of days. I am back today with a reading. Key is in the House of Rider. Rider provides the overall setting for the day which will be filled with messages and news. If you've been looking for solutions or breakthroughs, The key indicates today is the day to have those answers come to you.

Gilded Reverie Lenormand by Ciro Marchetti; The Enchanted Lenormand Oracle by Caitlin Matthews & Virginia Lee

02/17/2015

I'm not posting a reading today. One of my dear companions of 18 years passed away last night. The grief is too fresh for me to not have it overshadow any reading I do today. Thank you for your understanding.

02/16/2015

A new week is starting. We start with House in the House of Moon. The moon provides a backdrop of honor, creativity and dreams. House brings the focus into our home, our refuges, our domestic life. Today see how you can use your glorious creativity to realize a dream for your home life.

Gilded Reverie Lenormand by Ciro Marchetti; The Enchanted Lenormand Oracle by Caitlin Matthews & Virginia Lee

02/13/2015

Crossing is in the House of Clouds. Today is a challenging day. Crossing is about facing tests and discovering your limits of fate. The overall air of Clouds is one of confusion. Clouds are fleeting so this air of confusion will not last long. Fear is going to be a strong emotion today. Let the storm pass and clear the air before taking any actions.

Gilded Reverie Lenormand by Ciro Marchetti; The Enchanted Lenormand Oracle by Caitlin Matthews & Virginia Lee

02/12/2015

Today Stork is in the House of Star. Star surrounds us with inspiration, vision and healing. Stork is a herald of change, migration and new additions to the family. If you have been feeling stuck in a rut or you've been putting off something new, today is a good day to make that first step. Or as the lyrics from White Wedding say - It's a nice day to start again (playing as I write this).

Gilded Reverie Lenormand by Ciro Marchetti; The Enchanted Lenormand Oracle by Caitlin Matthews & Virginia Lee

02/11/2015

Fox is in the House of Paths. Paths indicates it is a day of choices. With Fox being the focus card, there is deception in the air. Investigate your choices and double check your facts and assumptions before coming to a decision today. All may not be what it seems.

Gilded Reverie Lenormand by Ciro Marchetti; The Enchanted Lenormand Oracle by Caitlin Matthews & Virginia Lee

02/10/2015

Scythe is in the House of Child. Child represents spontaneity and naivety. Scythe has two sides. One is reaping the benefits. The other is in cutting losses. Where I am being led with this reading is expect a day filled with awe and magical events that are going to be cut short. Enjoy the moments while they last.

Gilded Reverie Lenormand by Ciro Marchetti; The Enchanted Lenormand Oracle by Caitlin Matthews & Virginia Lee

02/09/2015

Today Rider is in the House of Rider. News and messages are going to be flying fast and furious. You can avoid the overload of information by taking only what is relevant to you and let the rest continue on its journey. Don't worry that you will miss out on something important. Trust what you need will stay with you.

Gilded Reverie Lenormand by Ciro Marchetti; The Enchanted Lenormand Oracle by Caitlin Matthews & Virginia Lee

02/07/2015

For the weekend we have Paths in the House of Moon. Moon is about creativity. The moon comes out to play at night so it's easier to hear the quieter voices in ourselves and let the you without all of your masks come out to play. Paths provides the multiple pathways we can choose to express the 100% authentic you. Let your hair down, take a walk on the wild side, party.

Gilded Reverie Lenormand by Ciro Marchetti; The Enchanted Lenormand Oracle by Caitlin Matthews & Virginia Lee

02/06/2015

Crossing in the House of Clouds. My first impression on placing the cards together is today will be a difficult day. Since the mind has such a strong influence on thoughts and feelings, I would like to restate difficult to challenging. Clouds bring in an overall air of doubt and confusion. When you add crossing to clouds, you are going to have tests and challenges during the day which have you questioning choices you've made and your ability to get things done. We can find the silver lining when we choose not to pity ourselves or place blame.

Gilded Reverie Lenormand by Ciro Marchetti; The Enchanted Lenormand Oracle by Caitlin Matthews & Virginia Lee

02/05/2015

Diviner is in the House of Paths. The overall essence of the day is choice, free will, making decisions. Diviner provides the focus of predictions, truth and the essentials. Today is a good day to assess what is essential to aligning yourself with your truths and making the choices and taking a step to move in that direction. It would be very easy to get mired in heavy decisions today. Take a step back, gain a broader perspective, flow with your truth, maintain your balance.

Gilded Reverie Lenormand by Ciro Marchetti; The Enchanted Lenormand Oracle by Caitlin Matthews & Virginia Lee

02/04/2015

Sun is in the House of Lily. Lily provides an overall air of peace, harmony, wisdom and passion. The sun is illumination, happiness and success. When the lily supports the sun, you are having a day where everything flows easily. Enjoy the blissful, sunny energies of the day.

Gilded Reverie Lenormand by Ciro Marchetti; The Enchanted Lenormand Oracle by Caitlin Matthews & Virginia Lee

02/03/2015

Heart is in the House of Clouds. Clouds can be read as either storms are here or the storm has passed. Heart talks to love and companionship. Love relationships may be stormy this morning but will clear by the end of the day. I'm reminded of some wise advise - do not go to bed with an angry heart.

Gilded Reverie Lenormand by Ciro Marchetti; The Enchanted Lenormand Oracle by Caitlin Matthews & Virginia Lee

02/02/2015

Today Garden is in the House of Lily. The encompassing energy for the day is harmony, peace, wisdom and passion. The Garden is encouraging us to go outside. Take some time today even if it is only a few minutes during a lunch break to sit quietly outside and listen intently to what Gaia has to say. It will bring peace and harmony to your day.

Gilded Reverie Lenormand by Ciro Marchetti; The Enchanted Lenormand Oracle by Caitlin Matthews & Virginia Lee

01/31/2015

For the weekend we have Tree in the House of Rider. Rider to news, updates and messages. Tree brings the focus of the messages to our heath and well-being. Listen to the messages in particular those around your health - physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually.

01/30/2015

I apologize I am running behind schedule today so I won't be posting a picture. Today Tower is in the House of Lily. Lily surrounds us with peace, harmony and wisdom. The tower pulls the focus into the institutions of our life. Expect events to flow smoothly in your career and work environments. I have this feeling you will be approached to share your wisdom.

01/29/2015

Letter is in the House of Snake. With Snake being the encompassing energy of the day difficulties will arise, events will be unconventional, and may see a dash of jealousy or envy scattered around. Letter indicates it will be seen in written form - a letter, memo, email, etc. Be wary and remember you have the power to choose how anything makes you feel.

Gilded Reverie Lenormand by Ciro Marchetti; The Enchanted Lenormand Oracle by Caitlin Matthews & Virginia Lee

01/28/2015

Today Path is in the House of Clover. Path has been appearing quite a bit this last week so we are still in the midst of making choices and exercising our free will. With path in the House of Clover good fortune is shining upon all of our decisions. We are being guided today to make beneficial decisions.

Gilded Reverie Lenormand by Ciro Marchetti; The Enchanted Lenormand Oracle by Caitlin Matthews & Virginia Lee

01/27/2015

I ran a quick reading for myself to explore the source of the unease I've been feeling this morning. The cards that came up were Path, Mountain, Key, Garden, and Tree. The cards provided the perfect answer. I'm following a path which seems to have insurmountable odds stacked against me reaching my destination. The key to getting to the end of this path is to re-balance my life so I spend more time outside in meditation and contemplation and place more attention on my physical health.

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