Schedule of Events

Last regular Midland fair of season!
This Saturday Only - May 6th 11a.m. to 6p.m. The Hampton Inn, Midland, MI, across from the mall. The fairs running this summer will be smaller ones. This is the LAST big fair in Midland until the fall. Admission $5 Readings $10. NEW selection of gems and crystals. We will have Selenite!!

Astro News

Each years the Full Moon that occurs with the Sun in Taurus and the Moon in Scorpio, is known as the Wesak Festival of the Lord Buddha. The Buddha was born on this Full Moon, obtained his enlightenment on this Full Moon and years later, passed away on this Full Moon too. What does this mean for us? Well, for one thing May 13, 2006's Full Moon will be the most powerful time to meditate of the entire year. The exact time is very very early 2:52 AM EDT. You could consider staying up late or setting your alarm so you can be in meditation at this exact moment.

You can harness some great spiritual power at this exact moment. Those of you who are extremely sensitive types may feel a special presence around as it is said that Buddha returns to Earth each year on this specific Full Moon!

The Five Friends You Meet In Spirit
The Llewellyn Journal
By: Rose Vanden Eynden

I have three special girlfriends known as The Posse. Each of us brings her own unique personality to our group. Stylish and sophisticated, Tracy possesses a strong opinion about every topic imaginable. Holly is blessed with a sharp intellect and even sharper repartee. Energetic and supportive are words that describe Kristy, and she is also the best conversationalist I have ever met. The four of us try to meet once a month, for dinner and to catch up on life events. On those evenings, the other patrons of the establishment we invade know one thing beyond a doubt: The Posse has arrived.

Many of us have friends like these, a group of kindred souls with whom we laugh, cry, and measure the successes or failures of life. Over the last few years, The Posse has supported each other through a wedding, a reconciliation, the birth of a child, and the illness of a parent. I know that as more challenges enter our lives, The Posse will remain a steadfast haven in every storm.

As wonderful and important as our worldly friends are, we also have important spiritual allies that some of us know nothing about. Our spirit guides who dwell on the Other Side care as much about us as our friends in the physical world do. Our spirit guides want to get to know us, just like our best friends are keen to hear all the latest gossip. They want to support and nurture us and, best of all, they want to help us make good decisions as we journey through life.

So who are these spirit friends? Each of us has at least five spirit guides who have agreed to be with us throughout this physical incarnation. These five guides form our band of spirit helpers. Each individual guide has a specific job to do and unique gifts to share.

Your Five Guides

Joy Guide: With a winning personality and an infectious sense of humor, your joy guide makes life meaningful by reminding you to be happy. Most joy guides appear as children or teens because young people have not forgotten how to be lighthearted.

Protector Guide: Protector guides understand that the earth is a dangerous place, both for the physical body and to the aura, the energetic field that surrounds all living things. Protectors keep us from dangerous situations and chase away negative energies that can adversely affect us.

Doctor Teacher (also called Doctor of Philosophy) Guide: Remember that teacher from school that you always liked and worked hard to impress? Doctor teacher guides help us to sort out our spiritual paths and the life lessons we have agreed to take on in this lifetime.

Doctor Chemist Guide: We all need help taking care of our health and making our well being a priority. Doctor chemist guides influence us to make good decisions regarding our physical bodies. They can also prepare us to become more open to the world of spirit if we wish.

Master Teacher Guide: Like the principal of a school, our master teacher guides oversee the other guides in our band of helpers and touch in with us when great spiritual knowledge is needed or desired.

Our Relationship to Our Guides

So why do these guides become associated with us? Our guides become interested in us through the Natural Law of attraction, which states that like attracts like. In my Posse of girlfriends, all of us share an interest in the theatre, which is where we all met. Our spirit guides may share certain affinities with us as well, sometimes connected through past lives and common situations we have shared. For instance, my doctor teacher guide lived around the turn of the twentieth century, and he tells me he was a devout Spiritualist during his lifetime. He helps me in my life now when I lecture or write about Spiritualism and mediumship. Your guides may also be connected to you because of certain interests that you share.

Many people ask me if our loved ones who pass away become our spirit guides. For the most part, this is not the case. The five guides in your band come in with you when you are born and are waiting for you on the Other Side when you make your transition. With the exception of your master teacher guide (who may work with others), your guides work exclusively with you. Our guides have also been "trained" in the spirit world for their roles as guides. When our loved ones pass, many become aware over time that they are able to communicate with those in the physical world, and some may check in more often than others to monitor our life progress. Although Grandma Sue or Uncle Fred may send us messages about our lives, they do not fill the same role as the spirit guides in our band do.

Common Questions About Guides

Some folks become confused when trying to differentiate between spirit guides and angels. Although angels can communicate with us, nurture us, and send us protection from their places in the spirit realms, they are completely different energies than spirit guides. We can all work with angelic energies as easily as we can work with guides, if we so choose. What separates guides from angels is the fact that guides have lived a physical experience at some point. Angels are not human beings, and they have never been human beings at any phase of their existence. Our guides relate well to us because they understand the human experience and can lend advice from a "been there, done that" point of view if the situation warrants it. We have a great deal of help available to us if we seek it, but angels and guides are definitely different.

Some people also question the title "doctor" that chemist and teacher guides have in their names. This is an honorary title bestowed upon some guides while they are in the spirit world and does not denote any type of medical training that the guide may have had while she inhabited the physical body during any of her incarnations. Although your doctor chemist is concerned about your well-being, you should always seek the professional medical opinion of a doctor in the physical world if you suspect that you need such attention. Guides may give advice about health, but most of the time, they will recommend you see someone in a professional capacity as well.

Working with Guides

Now that you realize you have all of these guides who are ready and willing to work with you, what should you do about it? Why, get to know them, of course! The best way to connect with your personal guides is through meditation. Many people get nervous about meditation either because they've had a frustrating experience or because they're afraid to try it. Practice the simple meditation included here on a regular basis, and you'll be well on your way to connecting to your spirit guides. Once you've opened up the communication process and asked for guidance, be sure to pay attention to little things that happen throughout the day. Often, people talk to their guides, ask them for help, and then proceed to ignore the messages that the guides send from Spirit. What they don't realize is that guides usually send messages in subtle ways. They don't spray paint the answers to our questions on brick walls where we'll see them as we ride the subway home. They answer instead by playing a song on the radio that reminds you of your dilemma, or they put a book in your path that discusses the lesson you need. These are messages. Just because they aren't flashy doesn't mean that our guides aren't working for us and trying to help us.

I know what you're thinking. Why would Spirit want to work with me? I'm nobody special. Oh, my dear friend, you are so mistaken. You are incredibly special, and your spirit people want to work with you more than you know. Our spirit guides love us, and they are an expression of Divine Love, given to us as helpers as we struggle through our lives. Our guides progress on their spiritual journey as they work with us, just as we grow spiritually as we learn more about them. It is a mutually beneficial relationship, so please stop doubting that you are worthy of this attention. Believe that you are, because there is no greater truth in the Universe!

This brings us back to the fact that we share love in the world, and we all do this within the confines of our friendships. Some friends are here in the physical world; some are as close as our own heartbeats, even if we can't see them (at least not with our physical eyes). Yet just like my Posse of girlfriends, the five guides we meet in spirit are here to support us, no matter what crises arise as we continue on our life journeys. Without a doubt, getting to know these spirit friends will enrich your life. But don't take my word for it—try it yourself, and expect results! Your spirit friends won't let you down.

Simple Connection Meditation

Sit in a chair with your spine straight and your feet flat on the floor. Close your eyes and breathe in and out, taking at least three long, deep breaths. As you breathe, allow your body to relax. In your mind's eye, see yourself standing in the middle of a bright spotlight of white. This is Divine Love, protecting and nurturing, and you feel safe and at peace in this Light. As you stand in the Light, call to one of your guides in your mind. Ask your guide to make himself known to you.

Expect an answer, but don't put parameters on how that response will come. Perhaps you'll see a color or a picture of someone. Maybe you'll see a face. You might hear a name or a sound. You may simply feel a chill or a warm presence. Whatever you feel, hear, or see, this is the way your guide is making himself known to you. Remember this expression of your guide. Now, begin to come back to the room around you, to the present time and space. As you open your eyes, you can still remember how your guide made himself known to you. Write down whatever happened. This is your first connection with a spirit guide—congratulations! Continue working in this way every day, asking your guide to come to you so that you can get to know him better. When you feel comfortable with this guide, try the same connection meditation with your other guides until you feel that you have met them all.

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Nice Letters We Get

Maria,
Your reading in the May 1st National Enqurier column for Leo really hit home. I realized that a relationship had run its course. What did you say but LET IT GO? At that moment I was filled with such peace. I could let him go. He wasn't the one. A better man for me would take his place. I still like him, and I have ended the relationship in good terms to make way for the new one coming into my life. It is just that he is not the man for me. Your predictions are dead on! Thanks for all you do for me.
Take care.
H.

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Jack Fontana will be offering a paid workshop as a "side option" as something to do on Sunday for interested guests and local residents; Called Conscious Connected Breathing work at the 7Centers Yoga Arts Building in Sedona. You can register early by calling 504-453-9161. Jack lives in New Orleans and has been a popular presenter at many of my events around the country. I have taken his breathing workshop and have found it to be an amazing, life transforming experience! Tuition is $60 and there will be two programs offered. For info visit JackFontana.com Register by May 19th and save 10%

More Crystals and Gems

I have been getting tons of emails from people wanting to know more about the crystals and their meanings! Can't you tell learning as much as I can about gemstones is now my passion? I hand pick all of the stones I have on display at my fairs as well as for order. Included in the list below are new ones and some of the few genuine pieces we have left. I have good news, I was able to get some beautiful selenite! You can also order by phone 810-631-6887. These are the ones I have. There is a limited number of each. Being a StarScoper, you will have first dibs on them as our next fair, where they will be on display isn't until Saturday so if you want a crystal, let me know ASAP. The citrine always sells out before I can get to the fairs or within the first hours we set them out.

Shiva - These come from only one river in the world, located in Lingham, India. These were the pieces that were featured in the movie, Indiana Jones; the magical pieces that were said to have such wonderful powers. I have 3 small Shivas ($10 each) and one large one for $35. They are smooth oval chunky shaped.

Rose Quartz - The Love Stone - wear or carry this to heal a broken, heart, draw love to you, create a loving energy between you and someone special. Bracelets $15, Large Massage wands $20

Amethyst - Raw chunks and jewelry - starting at $8 for the small stones on up Aid in seeing the truth. Good for meditation and developing/strengthening the psychic abilities.

Jade - Known as the "dream stone" and the stone of "fidelity". Put this stone under your pillow at night to help with dream recall and understanding your dreams. Also give it to a straying lover or put it on their photograph. It will help them remain true! It helps one with solving problems. It helps one further the "connection" with the Mayan culture. Jade Eggs - $10 or Jade Smooth Oval Piece $20, Smaller jade stones - $8

Chrysocholla Pieces - $8 each - Helps with balancing blood sugar levels. Good for health. Gives one more capacity to love and be loved. Purifies the home and other environments. Can help remove negativity from the body . 2 pieces left

Peacock Ore - is a great stone for healing and energy work. It enhances psychic ability and helps you trust your inner voice. It is a protective stone, keeping illnesses at bay. It's great for Tai Chi, accupressue, acupuncture and energy work because it helps dissolve energy blockages. Peacock Ore, eliminates toxins, promotes hair growth, helps heal bronchitis, and protects from infectious diseases and fevers. $5

Citrine - The Money Stone. If you are a business owner, place a piece of the citrine in your cash box. If you are in need of more money or would like to draw prosperity, you can wear citrine. $8. This is one of only 2 minerals on the planet that does not hold and accumulate negative energy! But it does work to transmute it and helps clear and clean a person's energy field when they wear it. This is also a money stone and helps to draw money to you as well as maintain your material wealth. It is of great influence in the following areas: business, relationships, money and education. It is also a great stone to soothe family problems. It aids in digestive disorders as well. Large display pieces with wood stand $30

For Building a New Home - Pregnant Women! Dolomite with Ammonite - This piece helps with manifestation of energy and removes blockages and can help stop energy leaking from your system. Ammonite is a protective stone. It is good for pregnant women to help them during the birthing process as it alleviates the burdens and helps to calm them. This is also good for people who work in construction fields and architects as ammonite gives insight to a person who is designing and building something to see the project from start to finish. If you are building a new home, place ammonite somewhere on the property that the home is to be built on to aid the contractor in getting the job done in a timely fashion. Only 2 pieces available $15

Apache Tears - Legend: A Native American Apache tribe and US Calvary met up in battle on a mountain top in the 1870's in Arizona. Rather than face the Cavalry who out numbered them, the Apache warriors rode their horses off the mountain to their deaths. The families of the fallen cried when they learned of the tragedy. Their tears turned into stone upon hitting the ground. Over 130 years later, these beautiful gemstones are known as Apache Tears Good Luck Stones. Give a friend one and keep one for you to carry GOOD LUCK forever." Think of this stone as a frozen tear, lost in the sands of time. Giving one to loved one, unlocks their tears and allows positive energy to flow. $5 each

Amazonite - this has a soothing effect on its owner. This stone is good to carry with you when you find yourself in a challenging situation and need to speak up for yourself. It will help you find the courage to speak your truth. If you must do some public speaking, testify in court or find yourself in a position that you need to express yourself, carry this stone to aid you in the process. Only 1 left - egg shaped $10

Jet - can be used to dispel fearful thoughts and protect the owners against violence. It helps with finances. This mineral aligns with the base chakra and stimulates the waking of the kundalini. helps with migranes, stomach pain and colds. Only 1 piece available $15

Blue Tourmaline (only 1 piece) from China-- $25. This a square piece that fits in the palm of your hand, pretty good size. I have not seen much blue tourmaline so was excited to get this piece. It can be used to activate the throat chakra and the third eye. It helps with psychic awareness and communication. It helps you to live in harmony with your environment. This blue tourmaline assists people who work in the service fields especially Virgos; and helps all people realize the power of love. The very deep shade of blue tourmaline gives its owner access to higher intuition. It can be a vehicle for vision and a tool to make contact with energies in higher realms. It helps with contact to other worlds when meditating.

Selenite stick are back! They sold out so quickly last time and it has taken months to get more in. I hand picked these and there are two types of choose from

1. Polished selenite sticks with rounded corners about 8 inches in length $22
2. Rougher chunkier sticks with points on one end $33

What is Selenite? According to Katrina Raphael, author of The Crystalline Transmission, "Selenite is one of the predominant power stones of our time. Selenite serves a unique purpose in activating that aspect of our nature that is true "spiritual feeling." In The Crystal Bible, author Judy Hall states, "An Ancient stone, nevertheless one of the most powerful crystals for the new vibrations on earth." Attributes of Selenite include a very fine vibration that brings clarity of mind, opening the crown and higher chakras and accessing angelic consciousness and higher guidance. A good crystal for deep thought, meditation and spiritual work. Selenite can be used to grid an area around a home, creating a safe and quiet space that does not let outside influences in. Selenite is capable of recording mystical secrets written on the rays of white light. It can also be used in Crystal healings. Selenite is excellent in aiding with clear thinking and to increase ones awareness both when looking inward and at the world around you. Providing both flexibility and resolve, assisting in adjudicating and facilitating material acquisitions Selenite is a great stone to keep at your workspace. It is also helpful with back pain. It is used to align the spinal column, removing energy blockages and is associated with cell regeneration. Selenite may be used as a tool in accessing your past and future lives by gently rubbing the stone. It is also of benefit to the spinal column and skeletal system. You should not leave selenite in water if it is left in water for an extended period it will dissolve. I have already heard back from several people who have bought the selenite sticks. One woman from Fort Lauderdale says she rubs the stick and is able to fall fast asleep. For years, she has had problems with sleeplessness and waking up several times a night. Now she tells me, she is having the best sleep she's had in a long time! Another person told me that her stomach cramps and queasiness disappeared. Another person said it aided in meditation and helped them see many past lives. Reiki healers use selenite in their work quite often.

Tiger's Eye - Is beneficial for health and spiritual well being. It is a psychic protector, great for business, and an aid to achieving clarity. Bracelets $15

Opalized Palm Wood & Alabama Petrified Wood-Petrified palm wood is the state stone of Texas and the state fossil of Louisiana. It comes from palm trees in the Oligocene Epoch, between 20 - 40 million years ago, give or take a few years. Removes petty annoyances, helps with your spiritual connection to Earth and Nature. $10 per piece

Raw Amber -The gemstone Amber is one of the birthstones for Taurus. Powers attributed to amber include love, strength, luck, healing, and protection, calming for hyperactivity and stressed nerves, helps you findshumor and joy. Legend says that Amber was believed to provide magicians and sorcerers with special enhanced powers. Helps remove energy blockages, strengthens physical body. Excellent for enhancing altered states of consciousness. $8 each piece

Red Jasper - A strong protection gemstone, red jasper is known to protect against hazards of the night. Red jasper is very lucky for actors. Jasper is one of the oldest known gemstones. It is mentioned in the Bible several times. Jasper is a strong securing gemstone. Jasper gives one the courage to speak out and have personal independence. It also protects from fears in the night. This is especially good to place a child's room who is afraid of the dark. For people who do not like being in a house at night by themselves, this stone will relieve these fears. Red jasper is thought to help balance the energy in the body.

Pyrite - Makes a wonderful energy shield, blocking out negativity from various sources. Overcomes inertia and feelings of inadequacy Energizes the area where you place it (such as on a desk where you work) Helps you to see behind a facade. Use this stone to overcome lethargy and fatigue. It increases the oxygen supply to the blood and strengthens the circulatory system. It is beneficial for the lungs, alleviating bronchitis and asthma.

Aventurine - You should never buy a lottery ticket without an aventurine in your left pocket. This is the stone of opportunity. Aventurine is known as the stone of chance or luck. If you gamble or play the lotto, keep this stone in your left pocket. It is said to increase perception and creative insight. It is used to aid nearsightedness. Aventurine has a stabilizing effect on the emotions. It is excellent for teenagers

Hematite - is used to improve relationships. If you need your personal relationship to be better, carry a hematite with you always. Hematite stimulates iron absorption in the small intestine, which in turn improves oxygen supply to the body. It can be in direct contact with the skin. Also good for headaches, migraines and stress reduction. Necklaces $10 - $15 - or Large stones $8

We have lots of other single pieces too numerous to mention but we are happy discuss the crystals and gems if you call 810-631-6887 or at the fair. Lisa, our door greeter is becoming very well versed in the energy of all the stones. Please stop by and see her also if you have any questions at one of the fairs.

See you soon!
Maria