Journey of Discovery
So as my computer is being being nursed back to health, I have spent the day nursing myself back to health and have coughed and spluttered in my own bed. I have focused on other things, and it may surprise you to know that I feel I am on a journey of discovery and soul searching. We all are if we are honest with our self. But over the last few months with the success of the TV show and writing the book, it's made me reflect on my life, how my life has molded me to be who I am.
Incredible really, and I believe that before I made it to this earth plane I was given 'tasks'. These tasks were my life lessons. How I went about learning these lessons were up to me, I had free will. I know I met everyone in my life for a reason, and I know I went through the things in my life for a reason.
But this journey that I am now on, is only going to have a positive impact. But many of you out there reading this may have already consciously gone through the same stages. I tend to go through this every few years. It's a time of reflection, and growth and clearing out those negative influences. And from that I can then bloom. I supposed I should like Madonna and her reinvention tour! Yet my days of jumping around like a mad woman, in a pink leotard, are thankfully over! ha ha ha
I admire Madonna, as she constantly changes her looks and her music, her values remain. But I am using her as an example of what we all should go through occasionally. It's healthy. Maybe when we are going through the reinvention stage it's hard, you know analyzing everything, looking at what you want and what you don't want, but you come out afresh and new. It's such a fantastic feeling. I will of course share my journey with you. It may inspire others to start the same journey. I have the most supportive husband who understands this and has just said 'take your time, you give so much, you need to give back to you' so I am booking a spiritual retreat, and leaving the 'boys' to do boy things and taking time off... oh what joy! I am so excited!
Kev found my 'secret stash' of real Cadbury's chocolate, he found it and came in to the room waving a half eaten bar of choc and said, "Look what I found" with a puzzled look on his face. I don't think he was ever thinking it was mine, I am sure he thought it was our friends who stayed with us for a while, she LOVED our english choccy. But I confessed telling him it was my secret stash, and he just looked and said "Oh, OK, I'll put it back". Bless him!
Charlie went on a field trip and came back excited. "Mom it was the 'best ever' field trip EVER!" He said as he slipped between his English and American accent. And because I wasn't feeling well, he sat in bed with me and read me a story. Bless him, my boy is really growing up. I am so proud of him.
He really is my miracle child. I was told I couldn't have kids due to the cancer, and then suddenly he decided to arrive and what a shock!! But he saved me, the journey I was on before he arrived was not the right path, and he gave me the responsibility and the love I needed to turn my life around. So he is my shining knight on a white horse. I would call him an Angel but he would rather be a knight than an Angel with fluffy wings!
Have a wonderful day and SMILE... go on, SMILE now... you know one of those big Cheesy grins!!! SMILE, I'm smiling right back at you!!!
Lisa xx
Lisa Williams
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A big smile back at ya Lisa !
[big cheezy grin right backatcha!]. Thanks for the words of inspiration.It really is a time of reflection and renewal right now. Here where I live, in the burn area from the October wildfires, we are seeing the teeniest peachfuzz dusting of green on the charred hills; the result of only ten weeks and some much needed rain. Nature is wonderful, and if those hills can renew, so can each of us. It's good to take time, and as you, the winter cold season felled me and gave me a chance to reflect too. Take your vitamin C and your chocholate - that'll keep you strong!
I myself have been through stages and on a level to where I know I am higher if that makes sense. I see the unseen through photography, I love chakra meditation,I read runes and angels cards as well, I hope to learn as much as I can through these years. I think your a wonderful woman and Im so glad your angel with puffy wings came to you :)I recently had to have a hysterectomy due to my last child I was ignored with 5 strands of infection almost died this was my 4th abdominal surgery in 3 years. I have 3 miracle children all boys but I am blessed and thankful, I'll hopefully get a grandaughter lol. Have a blessed day
Love Lisa
Lisa,
I'm glad you are taking some time for yourself. I think you really deserve it, and thanks for all the things you are currently sharing with us through your blog. I'm enjoying reading your entries. ~Ginny
It is okay to accept the reinvention of oneself. I struggled for years, trying to figure out 'Who am I?" I finally came to the realization that I am constantly changing...sometimes for the better and sometimes for the worse. Traumas and dramas tend to drag me back and personal wins and gains push me forward. I am not comfortable with silence yet I find that I become more connected to who I am in silence. There's always noise and something to distract me. I think any type of 'retreat' is beneficial because it takes you away from the noise and distraction of everyday life. I hope that your mind, body and spirit enjoy your retreat and that you will come back and share your experience with us!
Lisa:
I'm about to go on two "spiritual weekends" in February — so needed. Time is moving faster now, and I need some — now, how to put this? — "readjustments"!
Thank you for sharing your heart. (I'm closing my eyes in gratitude for/to you this morning for a moment here.)
Your, Daniel
I must say, you did actually make me smile at the end there.
I could see your smile in my mind.
Charlie sounds like he is maturing really well. I think he is a very smart boy.
Best of luck in everything Lisa.
Sincerely,
Joseph.
Hi Lisa,
Well, I am addicted to reading your blog everyday. And I am laughing! So, you should know you have succeeded. You make us smile anyway, with your kindness and wonderful spirit. You are such a blessing.
I know exactly what you are writing about as I go through the same things every few years. Some changes are subtle and some not so much. I look back at photos and I don't look like the same person! A friend once pointed that out to me. My hair color even changes. I think it is wonderful to reinvent oneself. It definately promotes growth and wisdom. I can attest to that without the slightest doubt! Even the "bad" things that happened to me in the past had a strong effect on the person I am today. Amazing!
I hope you enjoy your retreat, Lisa. I, too, am going on one this summer. I wish we could discuss them and "compare". I know we who read this blog enjoy anything you have to say. How gracious you are to allow us into your life this way. Please know you are loved by so many of us. I know everyone is sending good "vibes" to you! I am sending healing.
Be well and be happy, Lisa.
A big hug for Charlie, too. I know exactly how you feel about him...my Tiff is my Angel in the same way and for the same reasons. Our lives are parallel to each other.
Much love to the three of you.
Thank you Lisa for making me smile - I enjoy reading your blog - Right now I am going through a change in my life - my son crossed over five months ago and I have been reflecting on a lot of things in my life and the acceptance of these changes. I did come to see you when you were in NYC in November - that was a great show. I am looking forward to reading your new book.
Oh what fun to smile and see you smiling back... so good for the heart! Thank you! :o)
Sending you healing energy for understanding & comfort and lot's of energy for your process & exploration.
I too manifested a dang cold over the holiday's and knew in my heart I was going down that old worn out map to force me to stop and "be". To stop and regroup etc..like yourself. Why do I keep doing this? Aargh I know better...but really Lisa we as a collective consciousness celebrate the "do do do" pace a little to much. Too much value in the masculine energy of doing and little respect & honor for the feminine of being..creating a space and place. "Allowing" comes to mind too. ( And yeah I don't mean male & female..nope I mean the masculine and feminine energy in all beings..hmmm another interesting topic to explore..no?)
Lot's of healing and chocolate!!!
Much Love,
Andrea
ahhh, Lisa! I sure enjoy your posts. I was nodding my head all the way through~knowing what you meant. I can identify so much. Have you heard of Robert Schwartz and his book, 'Courageous Souls'? It's about our pre-birth planning and how we choose our life, the people in it, and our challenges. We choose cancer for a reason, and other challenges. My son also was my knight in shining armor! I had terrible eating disorders (anorexia/bulimia) and depression. But having him was a sharp 180 and I've been a new woman ever since. I'm so much happier! I also go through phases of renewal and getting rid of the old...making room for the new. I'm going through that right now...I'm in a '2' year right now (numerology). Well, I think you're fabulous. And your hubby is wonderful. What a great guy. My dad used to take food away from my mom, so I feel like your hubby is such a wonderful man!!! And little Charlie makes me smile. :) Blessings to you all!
hugs!!!
I always find something in your blog that corresponds with something that i've been thinking on. You give me hope and make me believe again. Thank you.
Peace, love and harmony
Misty
Lisa i won't you to know i am a big fan of yours and i wished i lived closer so that i could come and see you..i believe that you could help..i lost someone very close to me and have alot of emotionally problems from this i cant seem to get over this and it has been 6yrs now...plz help me...God Bless You and your family and enjoy this new year.
Lisa,
I am sorry you are not feeling well, I wish you the best, I also will keep you in my prayers. I have to say that our children are blessings, and if others would open their eyes a little more they would see that, we can learn great things from them!
I miss watching you on Friday nights, Somehow I do not feel complete. So in turn, I come here and read your words, for a since of fullfillment. I have to say Thank You! Paula In Indianapolis
Hope you feel better soon--everyone seems to be coughing and sniffling right now.
Like your Charlie, my girl was the impetus I needed to make some major changes in my life. I am grateful for her presence everyday. Thank you for reminding me of the miracle that she is.
Lisa again you bring a smile to my face, no matter what my day consists of, I come here to read your blog and it always gives me a sense of peace afterward
Thank you so much
Lisa i love reading your blogs! they're so inspiring...i needed to hear those words from someone. thank you for being so uplifting!! enjoy your time with yourself, i need a spiritual retreat! hope you have an amazing experience
xxx
Rocio
Lisa-
Thank you so much for the kind words. I've often gone through small reinventions, but for the past six months or so, I've felt that I've been going through a major shift. It helps to read a post like this and to know that it really is okay to let some things go, and to embrace new things. Thanks for sharing your stories and your wisdom.
Aimee
Smiling right back at you! Everyone needs time on their own to refresh and get their batteries recharged. Good for you for noticing it and taking the time to do it. All to often we are too busy taking care of everyone else and not taking care of ourselves.
Hello Lisa,
I love your programm on the Belgian tv. When I saw the programm where you saw the ligth orbs on the monitor screen in that bar by the sea, I was wondering if those orbs can be seen on a photograph. Because I see a lot of those on a lot of pictures of mine. Can I maybe send you some pictures so you can recognise them? It would give me some peace to know that some people were there on important moments. For example, my nefew killed himself 2 weeks ago and the day after his funiral, the family celebrated newyear. I se an orb on a lot of pictures of that evening.
I send you greetings and a lot of light.
Liesbeth
Hi Lisa
I just entered your blog for the first time. In Belgium, I'm following your programme and everytime I feel so inspired and close to you. Tonight I felt some presence of a loved one I lost, I hope I'm not fooling myself, my heart's pounding. Thank you for you kind words, You give so much, I sincerely hope your loved ones look after you just as well.
xx
Sigrid from Belgium
Dear Lisa,
I'm following your program on or tv in Belgium. Everytime i'm watching it with a warm feeling. To see how you helping people to go on with there live's. You are a beautiful person with so much energie and a amazing big smile ! I'm so happy to find your blog. Now i can read about you also. I hope you feel better soon.
With kind regards
Bianca
I send you lots of love and light on your journey. I also wanted to tell you thank you for the healing site. I am a single mom with three beautiful children. I have had 2 back surgeries in the past year that leave me in constant pain. The last few months I have gained flexability and the spasms are receeding. I came home from the gym and thought wow...this is great. All of a sudden I felt like I was in a bubble, and I could hear that it was "the healing prayers". I heard my grandmother praying, my mother, and then I heard you. I forgot all about putting my name up on the site until that moment.
So thank you. Your doors may not be open on Lifetime as of yet, but they might be again real soon. Your days in tv are not over yet Lisa.
Blessings,
Heidi
Dear Lisa,
My mom & I love your show. We have experience with the spiritual world through Reiki and others.
When I was 12 years old I had an extreme fear of thunderstorms. My parents had tried everything, but nothing helped me.
One time, my mother took me to a Reiki-healer (master) who told me that it was my twin brother trying to reach me during the storms.
He never was born, he died after 3 weeks pregnancy. It never was sure that my mother was pregnant of a twin (the dokters told her that there was a possibility...), but this (healing) was a confirmation of my mothers doubts.
My brother tried to "reach" me and said " Hey, hello i'm still here, remember me!!" I did not know what the feeling was and the consequence was fear. (extreme fear!!=> shaking, crying => hysterical)
The Reiki-healer told my brother that I now knew he was there but that what he did, scared me. He told me to write letters to him and he told us that it was a good idea to give him a name. So we did (well .. my mother did) .. Jente.
Now, years later.. A friend of my mom who "works" with angels.. Told us that Jente will come back as one off my children.
Seeing your show.. I sometimes wonder what it would be like if I went to someone for a reading like you do.
If I want contact with my brother.. I guess I need to do that before I have children?
I've lost quite a number of loved ones.. and sometimes I get curious of who's watching over me.
I am a bit afraid of clairvoyance.. I think I have a negative view because of television.. I'm very sensitive for scary images and I have a big imagination.. (to big!)
Anyway, Keep on the good work!!
You help a lot of people and give spiritualism a positive image!!
(I'm sorry for the long letter.. But I felt like there isn't a short version of this story..)
Love,
Jelke x
Hello Lisa,
I love your show on Lifetime! You are amazing and have a wonderful gift. What you do for people is nothing short of inspirational.
I have one question...I feel my father, who passed in 2004, is trying to contact me, maybe Dub has tried contacting you? It would bring me comfort, as his death is shrouded in mystery, to know what exactly happened.
Thank you so much!
Love,
Catriona