Spirits around us
It's been an emotional day for me. I'm getting ready to go on my retreat and also every once in a while I look at ME who I am as a person and what I achieve and who I help. I also look at what I want and who has hurt me in my life. It's tough but if I didn't look at these things then I would not be where I am now, helping others.
So I was looking at my relationships with people close to me and those who are not so close. I also went to the Bodhi Tree book store in West Hollywood. It's actually once of the places that I feel at home in. I have always felt at home in a library and this store I am surrounded by books all about spirituality. It's like I feel whole in a funny way. In that store I am 'Lisa' the Medium and I am allowed to be that person, I don't have to prove anything and it reminded me of my blog yesterday about being accepted.
So from there I went home and I had a few bits and bobs to do and then I had a Radio interview with Kala for 'Explore your Spirit'. However today was a day just like England. It was raining wet and miserable! Just awful. I get cold so easily, that I had jeans, my uggs and my fleecy jumper and even still I was cold, so I had my rain coat on and then my hat... ohhh It was cold, so any of my English mates out there, remember we have a few days like this, it's not always sunny!! ha ha ha
Any way I digress. Typical habit of mine!
So because of the weather, it must have done something to the phone lines as mine went down... I panicked I had to do the Radio interview on the PHONE!!! eeek!!
So I called Merv Griffin Entertainments and spoke to Marcia the publicist and she told me that I should come straight to the office and I could do the interview from there... Phew!!!
So I went in and spoke to Tony, Merv's son and Dallas and other members of the team. Everyone at MGE are like family, it's such a friendly place to be, I love being there.
So after the Radio interview I met with Ray and Andrew who were the guys who I shot the pilot/presentation show with in NYC a few years ago... it was crazy as Andrew didn't believe in spirits or anything like that at this time and we went to the Woolworth mansion and he (excuse me for saying this) poo'd his pants!!! ha ha ha. He saw a spirit... He was so freaked out and so was I that I nearly jumped in his arms... we often joke about our scooby doo moment!
So I met with them and we had a coffee and started chatting about Merv and the person he was and how he changed our lives forever. Such a remarkable man, and someone we will never forget. Suddenly we had a plan... we were going to go to the cemetery to visit his grave. I was so glad that we did this as it's with Ray and Andrew that this whole experience started. Life among the Dead. I remember Merv coming up with the title and I wasn't sure as I hated the word 'Dead' being part of it, but he knew his stuff and the title hit people.
So off we went to his grave side. Amongst the greats, there was Merv's headstone. It was emotional, we all stood there, not saying a word. I knew what the guys were thinking... "Is this what we become?" And they asked me if he was here and if I felt anything, and the answer was 'No' I didn't. He was chatting over coffee to the guys but that was it, he didn't wan to follow us to where his 'vessel' his body lay. His spirit was in his office. I felt his presence as soon as I walked in. but my the side of his grave, Merv was a man of fun and laughter... Oh how I miss his laugh! His funny things he used to say and how he used to grab Andrews lips to close then shut so he wouldn't say something he shouldn't have.... He was such a funny and inspirational man why would he want to be around his graveside in the wet, with people all being sad. It just isn't him!
I could almost hear him say... Ok I'll wait in the car you go and see it for yourself!
Funny really.
And then I remember back to my granddad who was my father figure, how I have no place to go to remember him, but I feel him in the music and I sense him around me when I need him. I don't go and sit on Cocks Moor Woods, 1st tee of the golf course (where his ashes are scattered) just to chat with him... He's not there!
I don't go to my Nan's grave in Birmingham just to chat with her... I feel her around me and I smell her.
You don't have to go to the graveside of the person we love who passed on, just to speak to them you can do that in the comfort of your own home, or in some place that they loved.
They will hear you and they will show you signs that they are around you. Sometimes we don't realise what the signs are, and walk passed them, but if they want to get a message across then they will. They can be very persistent.
So for me it's been a day of reminiscing and it's almost a year to the day when I had the call personally from Merv telling me that Lifetime had picked up the show again for a 2nd season... I remember where I was, I was in Kinkos photocopying some teaching material... I still remember his voice.
So what you must remember is that our loved ones want us to be happy and they often need us to move on so that they don't have to keep popping back to check on us. We can find them anywhere and that we don't have to go to a particular place to feel them near us, they are all around!
With love
Lisa xx
Lisa Williams
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A well-written blog, I must say. Funny how I always wonder upon this exactly when I need to. Reading that sentence where you talked about your granddad and how you feel him in music got me thinking about my own grandpa who passed last January. For me, he is music. He was a beautiful singer and started teaching me to sing when I was thirteen. We used to sing together almost every time I visited him and my grandma (which was about once a week), and I am so connected to him in this way that I can't even think about singing without feeling him around me or even sometimes feel the vibration of his voice paralleling mine when I'm belting in the car or wherever. It's a wonderful thing.
Oh! I recently discovered that episode 8 of this past season of "Life Among the Dead" is now on Lifetime on Demand. So for those of you who have access to such a thing, get on it! It's a beautiful episode.
*Hugs!*
When my uncle first died, I had three incredibly vivid and symbolic "it's okay and I'm moving on" dreams. Right after my grandma died I had a dream where I saw her at a beautiful party in her honor. I was there but I was on the other side of the banquet hall and there was something separating my area from her real party. I yelled her name, but she couldn't hear me. She was in awe at the celebration. My uncle sat next to her at her table and he yelled back at me "She can't hear you, but she's okay." She looked so happy and beautiful. I also began smelling her perfume everywhere (even outside in the vast fresh air). As Lisa said in her blog, I think they've moved on (and came to me originally to help me move on, too). I miss them and I wish I could see signs that they are still with me. I guess it's just the human in me. I know they have better things to do and need to move on.
Oh the moving on thing has been the hardest for me. I dont' want my mom to move on and she has and its been so so hard for me. She was here the first few weeks after her death and now? shes just gone I talk to her but I sense she is not here. So sad I think.
Your post was wonderful as usual:)
deezie
Today is my father's birthday. He died nearly 15 years ago. This morning, soap and shampoo bottles were falling into the bath tub when "nobody" was in there, and I knew he was saying hello. Your blog entry hits home with me today. Thanks for sharing.
Hi Lisa, Thanks so much for writing this blog on this particular day. Even though I know these things, it's nice to hear it straight from you ... as a little reminder. I read your blog daily and I just love it. So, just wanted to say - thanks for being you. Daily you bring light into the lives of so many, including me. Guess I just wanted to tell you!
I hope you have a wonderful, wonderful day, knowing you help many!
All the best, Tanya
Thank you for this post Lisa!
I know it's tough to reflect on the past; good times and bad. You're right in saying that the past molds us into the person that we are today.
When my grammie passed over, I wasn't there, and due to unfortunate circumstances; I couldn't be at the funeral either. This was so painful for me, as we were quite close. I remember it was over a year until I got to visit her grave site. I drove for a few hours, and I battled a snow storm to get there. When I finally arrived, I climbed through snow drift after snow drift until I finally reached her grave. Guess what? I found the stone, and I realized after being there awhile; she wasn't there. I couldn't feel her presence at all! She's at her home she lived in for 50 plus years. I know she is. I felt a little silly after I realized this, but I guess I just needed to see her "resting place" for myself. I have felt her presence very strongly when I am meditating or just talking with her, and that's just fine with me.
Thank you so much for your words of inspiration Lisa! I always take something meaningful from them:)
Have a wonderful time at the retreat!
Lisa, as I read your daily blogs, its funny how I can actually hear your voice (with your english accent) speaking the words. Even though your show only ran a few seasons, it was enough for your voice to be permenantly imprinted in my mind. :)
Lots of Love!
Amy from Ohio
I know I've said it before, but you really make my heart and my soul smile.
You're awesome Lisa.
Thanks for sharing your life with us.
Melissa
Hi Lisa, thanks so much for this particular blog. My "second" mom passed away from cancer two years ago next month and right after she died I kept having dreams about her. I would have 3 to 4 dreams a week. I called her son to talk with him and he was excited to hear I was dreaming about her. I moved to Northern California from Texas not long after she passed so I couldn't visit her grave. I felt like she was trying to tell me something. I have had these dreams for over a year and a half but recently I haven't had any. But last November my dad was diagnosed with Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma...I really believe Sue was preparing me for the news. I have been in Texas for two months with my 4 and 3 year old daughters helping my dad. It's very stressful but I'm so grateful I can be here as a help to my parents.
Anyway, I haven't had time to visit her grave and your blog helped me realize it's not where their bodies are, it's where their spirits are! Thank you!
Oh, if Sue or anyone else has anything to say to me please let me know...I miss her terribly!
Thanks again for your insight!
Sarah
Lisa, I love your "guidance" blogs. I am trying to deal with all my losses, but circumstances I cannot control make me very sad and sometimes angry. (A family member) I have never felt my mom around me and I really feel abandoned. I did feel my dad until my mom passed...now nothing, or I am not seeing the signs. The nasty family member made it all more difficult than it should have been. I couldn't be at either of my parents funerals either. I felt, too, that they were not "there", but with me, but I will always wonder. And will they know me or want me when I pass? The damage and slander this other family member has done may be irrevocable! I know none of this makes sense to you, Lisa. It has been ongoing for a long time and as recent as the end of October....why I am so desperate for a reading from you...I just need to know if I did it right. Do they know that.
What about the evil family member? Stole every last cent and property! Oh well, that is my burden to bear. You go to your retreat and get yourself all recharged! Enjoy, Lisa. Be good to yourself. You give so much to everyone else! I just wanted to say how much I know what you mean about being something for everyone else. Then, nothing. Story of my life! Then, the big hurt. I'm so tired of all the pain. Hopefully, one day to have answers. Like that will happen.
I didn't mean to get maudlin on you...it is just so difficult.
Love to you, Kev and Charlie!!
The thought that my sorrow would keep my daughter earthbound is troubling. I want her to be at peace and would wish that she was free and protected from being aware of these earthly, weighty feelings I have. I cannot help my feelings right now... Do you still do those daily messages from beyond??
Much love
~Lori~
Lisa,
I was reading your lastest blog, and wondering how often do you post messages from beyond? There has not been any new post for a while. Is this just a spure of the moment thing, or are you getting messages all the time, and only have time to post a few? I have been trying to notice more signs, from my loved ones, and nothing, all I hear is you know. Well I guess I am looking to get some conformation. I have this problem where I second guess myself. But there are somethings going on, that I am not sure about. I will be looking forward to hearing from you. I miss watching your show, so I come here everyday to get some advice, and all in all everything you blog about goes alone with my day. If there is anything you can help me get through, please do. and I have to say I am very inspired by you. And thank you for all you do to help many.Have a great day, Paula In Indianapolis
You always bring a smile to my face! I can just picture Merv closing Andrew's lips! Funny...and about seeing the spirit in the mansion! Way too funny!! :P Thanks for sharing your thoughts with us daily. I know you're busy! It is a highlight of my day to read your blog! :)
blessings~Keani
I really enjoy your blog. I HAVE to read it daily, you have such inspiration to share. I frequently miss family members who have passed on and wonder why I don't see any signs that they are around me. I guess they feel I can handle it now. I probably can......but....I miss them. Thank you for sharing your life with us. I can't wait to read your book.
I love reading your blogs!! it's like a fresh breeze that falls upon my heart. And being able to read everyones comment to you also helps me and teaches me so much! so thank you Lisa, and thank you to everyone else on here that always leaves a piece of their heart on this page, with their words and thoughts. You really have made me realize being spiritual is like entering a whole new world...thank you for being nothing else but YOU! (just like everyone else says!!) much love to you and your family (your gorgeous family!!) Lisa!!!!
:)
Looking at OURSELVES and remembering all that was good and all that was bad can be very difficult..
Just like so many, my childhood and early adulthood wasn't the greatest and some of the people that hurt me make looking back even harder but after analyzing my life I actually feel so lucky and it was both the good and the bad that make me who I am now so with that said I can honestly say that I am not sure that I would change much because that could change everything..
Even though life was hard for all those years I am now in a place that I wouldn't want to change..
We each have to remember that our future is what we make of it..We make the decisions about our life when we become adults..
So if you are unhappy now, you do have a chance to be happy if you want it bad enough..
Change can be hard but it can be so worth it..
I have lost most of my family there are only a few of us left but I have added people (friends) to my family over the years so I truly feel blessed that I have what I have..
I have always felt like my loved ones that have passed aren't at their grave sites but are everywhere..I'm not sure that I have seen any signs but I still feel them around me and can talk to them whenever I want to...Maybe I don't get any answers but I feel that they hear me...
I am still sending good thoughts your way and hoping that your retreat is better than ever..
Sending ((((hugs))))
Cindy
Lisa,
You beautiful,beautiful soul - thank you for being one of the few(?) if not the only medium out there that i know of,that has made herself so open and accessible to the rest of us via this website and your messages!!!! Naturally, not everyone who wants/needs to or desperately wishes to(like myself :-)() can get to have a reading with you - BUT,its SOOO refreshing to see u have a space for messages you receive and chanel to us on a weekly basis, not to mention a blog that helps us to glimpse and see and feel connected to you as a person living her life just as we do.
Lifetime has made an error in judgement cancelling your show!!! ;-((..Your show was the warm blanket and hot cup of cocoa that i looked forward to at the end of a long day.
Glad to still have pieces of you and your heart!
Thank you..
Marsha(saying hi to My unborn child, relatives passed and pet dog jerry)!
Your sweet words about Merv brought tears to my eyes. When I was little, my playroom used to be in the dining room of our house (no dining furniture, just toys and kid furniture). Mum would put the safety gates up to keep me safely contained, but at a certain time every day she would put Sesame Street on the television in the living room and spin the cart around so that I could see it from my playroom. Then she would put the Merv Griffin Show on to watch. One day after Sesame Street was done, she didn't change the channel and left the children's programming on. Apparently I stood at the gate in utter protest shouting, "Merv! Merv!" I always did this when she forgot and soon she knew not to forget lest she have a distressed toddler on her hands. I always thought he was a lovely person and I was so sad when passed away.
Love & light, Jenn O.
Hi Lisa,
Yes it's Tea Time! 3:00 PM .. I believe !?!.. *smile* I hope you are enjoying our rain...wow...so needed and isn't it so beautiful to see GREEN in Los Angeles! The foothills are just radiant.
So good to read about Merv and his impact on you & others. Yeah..I don't have to prove anything but I don't know if I have really let that in yet. When I do a reading or say something to someone of someone passed I still think in the back of my mind about whether it's proof enough... oh you know the "enough's"...they come down from some mountain top and confront me with those dang good enough's, smart enough's, meaningful enough, pretty enough etc etc. Enough already!!
Another part of me building confidence and finding composure. It's a process isn't it??!! Thanks for the reminder.
I wish I had time to write more often...but know that you do make a difference. I send you energy for your Spiritual retreat. Have a grand time!
Much Love,
Andrea
Hi Lisa,
I do not watch your show regularly, not because I don't want to, but because I am usually at a class when it airs. However, by some strange coincidence, I did catch half of the very first episode.
Ever since that evening, I have had something pushing me to mail you. Don't ask me why, because I really do not know. Just something keeps pulling at me to do so,...and I finally gave in!
Since I cannot find a mail address, I guess I'll just have to contact you here!
There is a sensation of something being unlocked, or needing to be? I'm not sure what this is all about, I'm not even sure its for my benefit... All I know is I need to do this, whether I understand it or not, and even though we are on opposite sides of the globe.
I'm sorry for being so terribly vague, and if I have just wasted your time, then please forgive me.
Have a wonderful retreat, and oh, congratulations on the hair cut. It suits you :-)
kindest thoughts and warm wishes,
yuuki
Oh Lisa, hang in there w/the winter weather!
I live in Montana and its been 0 degrees lately...ouch! Lack of sunlight and exercise, I've felt like I'm cracking up. Think spring, my dear. I miss your show...it was helping keep me stay grounded. I just love you, what a strong woman doing important work! I want sooo badly to break free of my struggles and do what it is I'm meant to do to help also. I must be close, it's been a long road. Anyway, so great to read your blog. I am Extremely Lo-Tech (and using my dad's computer to plug in) but I do look forward to seeing what's new on your site. Very much hope to see you in Vegas in June. Bless you sweet soul for touching the hearts of so many people! All the best, love, Jessie
I totally believe in what you do. I had a recent pregnancy loss and somehow feel we have gained an angel.
I hope your gift finds a new outlet where we can all see you again. (a new TV show)
Best wishes,
Susan
Lisa,
I really enjoy watching your show and I think that you are such a delightful person. When I watch your show I am usually alone because my daughter's have already gone to bed. The other night, my 5 year old became very upset because her grandma (my mom) didn't have her mom anymore. My grandma was loved very much however she did not live long enough to meet any of her nine great-grandchildren. My mother is very close to us as was her mother to her. She is always telling my daughter's how proud their great-grandma would have been. When she passed, I was 12 years old. I can remember walking throughout the cemetary while the funeral was taking place and, of course back then I didn't think about it as much as I do now, but I feel like I had a conversation with her. Could this have been? I am now 29 and there are so many things I want to ask her. I am so grateful to you for the gift that you share with people. When I watch your show, I find peace in the people you help because I feel my grandma is watching.God Bless.
Christine
Hi Lisa.
I just want to thank you for the things that you do with the talent that you have. I lost my boyfriend whom I dated for 17 years last month. He was murdered and I never got a chance to tell him that I loved him. I just started reading your blogs and it is a little comforting for me because all I do is just sit around the house and wonder if he hear me talking to him. If I am at home all I do is cry. So now I try to keep myself occupied by working two jobs so that I can not think about it all day long but it is so hard to do.
I really want to thank you for everything. For helping people like me out with situations of a past family member. God Bless you and your family!!!
Gloria
Again you have brighten my life, I know I have the spirits around me, sometimes I smell scents here in my home that remind me of my grandma, and when this happens it is out of the blue, and nothiing here smells this way
I feel the energy of spirits
Have a Blessed Day
Diane