From the Editor
On this page you will find our homepage blurbs from June 2007. Unfortunately we hadn't thought to keep the blurbs from previous months. The messages are often provided by the Guides and as such, are universally important messages.
All offers to share your own knowledge and experiences are ongoing and not restricted to monthly themes. We welcome your contributions!
December 2007 - See January 2008
November 2007
We are beings of spirit living in a physical world. Most people tend towards following either a spiritual or a material existence making the choice of whether to gather inner peace or the latest technology and items.
Understanding that we are half physical, half spirit is a small hint as to which way to go and that is 50/50. We all go through moments where we feel we need something but aren't sure what that is. This is a sign that you may need to go within and explore whether your life fulfils you emotionally, creatively and/or spiritually.
Our hint that it's time to acquire items or needs to help us physically, tend to come from outside of ourselves or from physical reactions such as cold or hunger rather than emotional. Of course essentials such as food, clothing, and residence are all important to survive in this world and we must look to those needs.
Sometimes having a material item can assist the spirit within us for example, buying a CD to play music can help relax and soothe us. But when we get the message confused and try to use material goods to satisfy our spiritual needs, we can end up angry and frustrated, eventually causing more imbalance and disharmony within our lives. That top of the line whiz-bang television may look good, but it won't help solve the issues from the past for example.
Be aware of where the influence is coming from when deciding whether it is a spiritual or physical need that is being met. By understanding this you will satisfy yourself a lot faster thereby being happier in your life generally and you will also save money by limiting emotional spending. Your life will be more fulfilled and it will be the same for those around you.
Special Quote:
"Tomorrow or the future does not matter. Don't worry about the future. Be more concerned with now. Now is yesterday's future. If we don't act to enjoy the now and take advantage of Now, then we have wasted our entire past. Our past is filled with our wishes and hopes for the future. The future is Now. Fulfil that. Don't wait.
So talk to your children Now. Hug them Now. Touch your partner's cheek Now. Phone someone Now. Take the chance Now to share your soul, your love and to show people that they count and that you care. Act now to take that promotion or change your career. There are no boundaries but those we create ourselves. If we do this, then our future is taken care of and we will not need to worry or be concerned.
You risk more by staying still, by not acting or by stagnating. Don't worry about risk or taking action for only with action can energy, the world and ourselves 'move' into the future."
~ Ronnee Ruselle
October 2007
There is more to life than the eye can see. A major part of our connection with the world around us is energy. Centuries ago, our understanding that we exist beyond the physical body allowed societies around the world to have an intimate association with the human spirit, it's journey through life and after. We were able to create ceremonies and practices to assist our spirit in continuing its journey home just as other ceremonies would help in day to day life.
The need for those in power to control the masses, superstition and claims that the human spirit and all things associated with it are evil have caused us to lose a lot of the understanding we had but we are now beginning to reconnect with it. This allows us to make the transition for those who die a simpler, less traumatic event and allows ourselves to cope with situations that would otherwise make our lives more difficult.
We can also receive valuable guidance so that our journey in the physical world can be as smooth as possible and more meaningful.
This is a serious subject and a part of nature. Like anything else in nature, if mishandled, dangerous situations can occur so a respectful, down to earth understanding of the paranormal rather than treating it like a game is the way forward for people today. Peaceful Willow have covered the subject from a variety of angles, from guides to spirit rescues on our website and we hope the information helps you have a better understanding of the beauty and learning that can be gained by taking the time to learn more about it.
Our Spirit Rescue Series currently has 15 articles so readers can learn about what it's like to deal with spirits and the many circumstances surrounding their need for assistance to cross over. Many other informative articles can be found throughout the Psychic section and messages from spirit can be found in our Guiding Friends & Neighbours section.
September 2007
In our current world, the middle aged man and woman seem to hold the power. This is a false view because although they have temporary 'custody' of our world and its decisions, our youth and our elderly are really the people with the key to our future and its success or failure.
More than ever before, today's youth show levels of responsibility and understanding of life that are mind-blowing. They will be the greatest contributors to our future and our planet. They are brave, beautiful, passionate and strong.
Inside however, they still have moments of doubt, moments where they need to be heard, held and understood. They are the brightest stars that shine in our world and many of them walk on the knife's edge of despair at any time due to abuse, hormones and the incredible pressures placed on them from growing into adulthood, learning and fear associated with the unknown future that faces them. They shoulder the responsibilities of their younger and older family members, often taking great pain on their behalf. Their life is a huge juggling act. How many adults could possibly be as strong as this wonderful group who continue under incredible adverse conditions to move forward to become the future controllers of our world?
Our youth deserve credit for what they do and what they achieve. They carry such vision of how they see their future and what they can do to contribute. All efforts should be made to give them a shoulder to cry on, an arm to lean on when needed, but wings to let them fly free when they feel they need to.
They are not unlike the other group that we honour this month which is our elders. The word 'elder' holds more reverence than any other and it is a word of honour among the guides suggesting someone of great knowledge, wisdom and understanding. Our elders are no different and it is time that we listened to what they have learned from their experiences. It will disappear with them when they go and we will have lost another opportunity to hear the wisdom they have to share with us. They are not useless or unneeded. The body deteriorates and we may no longer be a young physical contributor, but this is when we become an intellectual contributor.
Giving time to allow the elderly of any family, group or nation to have their say can save our future. Then allowing our youth to act on that wisdom using their bravery and their beautiful creativity can manifest what could be the most positive future of any generation to date.
Peaceful Willow encourage all members of our youth and our elderly to join together and share your hopes and plans for the future so that the rest of us can benefit from your greatness.
August 2007
Human beings have been through many phases in the course of our history. More recently our history reflects an out with the old, in with the new sort of mentality. During these times, the faithful beginners of our cultures have stuck to their ways as much as possible. It's been made extremely difficult for them with the interference of other cultures stomping on their lands and their heritage.
The ways of indigenous peoples are the natural ways. They live in synchronisation with life, they understand the planet, the true spiritual ways and they see the beauty in the world around them that supersedes anything that modern technology can provide.
The world provided all that we needed and they are the 'Earth keepers' - the ones who know the truth. They are our future. It is past time to honour their knowledge and ways and to listen to their words. We all originate from a culture that has its beauty. Balance exists, so along with that beauty comes some things that are less than desirable in all cultures, but this is not for others to judge, but the culture alone.
This month Peaceful Willow honours indigenous cultures. We rejoice in the fact that modern times have not eradicated all, although substantial losses have been felt. We offer healing and love and a wish that they can be returned to their former glory. At the very least, we feel that they should be listened to and we offer our site as a place for all cultures to join us under our beautiful willow and share your wisdom and your ways.
July 2007
Earth is one great big piece of real estate isn't it? Some people see the value it can bring for its mineral or oil deposits, or how much they can get for that prize piece of land on the beach.
It gives us hope to see that as more and more people tune into the world around them and themselves, they see the truth in our possible future and its ending. As we watch the mineral deposits dry up, the ice melt, the beaches disappear, tsunamis, ice storms, thunderstorms, volcanic eruptions, earth quakes, cyclones/tornados, drought, floods some panic and choose to shut their eyes to the responsibility that man has to play in all of this and claim that it is just nature.
Those who cling to the theory that the causes are natural and not man-made use it as a sanctuary of ignorance and the determination to selfishly continue with acts that see to their own comfort because they don't want to change their planet killing ways - ways that will rob their grandchildren of many of the beautiful animals and plants that exist today.
It does not matter what percentage of this is caused by nature. Science has proven that indeed man is a large part of the problem. No longer is the individual with the loud voice having control. Now, the people along with large organisations such as the United Nations are proud to stand up and say we're not going to wait until it's too late to do something about it. The world's best scientists and eco-specialists all agree that it may already be too late.
Some sigh with relief when they hear of a slight improvement as if we've done enough and can return to our previous ways and yet poison is still being pumped into the air at a ridiculous rate, lazy people still drive distances that they can walk, greedy businesses and countries still flatten huge acres of trees and governments still refuse to implement strategies that will lower poisonous emissions.
It's not over until the Earth is healed and that will take hundreds of years. Then it is our duty to maintain it. This month we appreciate the precious and only home we have. We honour it and while you read this month's articles, please send out loving thoughts to our planet - for ultimately, loving the planet will be its only salvation.
June 2007
It's great to see so much enthusiasm coming from around the world as millions of people work towards a positive, balanced future. It's time to leave the past behind us. We are all pioneers and we can start today to create the future WE want rather than leaving it to those who think only of their pockets or power. Every one of us can make the change to have a positive future and in doing so find love, peace and security for ourselves and the generations that come behind us.
The earth is such a huge part of this. Our connection to our beautiful planet can be so intense, particularly in places that show great beauty and share wonderful energy. People have reported being able to just sit and be healed in locations where nature is free to be itself. In older locations, some people are able to almost feel what life was once like for some of our more ancient civilizations.
When you find a place that is so special and wonderful, you can be healed, refreshed, renewed and even have special awakenings. We hope you enjoy our focus on Earth's Special Locations and we invite you to share your special Earth locations and moments with us and we'll post them on the site for all to enjoy. Oh, and don't forget pictures!!