animals

forgot to mention that a hummingbird came to the window as i finished up the first reiki session. this is what i found out about hummingbirds on the web:

Hummingbird comes when we need to spend time soaking in the love of nature so we can learn how to integrate joy into our lives.

The hummingbird brings us the gift of beauty... When the hummingbird flies into our lives it can indicate a need within ourselves to complete a specific lesson that we have been avoiding... Hummingbirds have the advantage of seeing things from all angles and can show us how to expand our perceptions... The hummingbird serves to remind us of the beauty and wonder of the world. While their speed and sound may sometimes startle us, they help pull our attention out of the mundane so that we can acknowledge and appreciate the beauty of Creation.

isn't that beautiful? Also saw a raccoon (who visits daily) around the same time. we have a couple of them who come and eat the cat food (we have outdoor cats) - lately they've been around very regularly. a little odd to see them out in the daytime, however. here's what i read about raccoons:

Symbolically hands represent holding or receiving. If raccoon appears to you it might be asking you to let go of a situation, person or habit. On the other hand it could be telling you to reach out and embrace the gifts being offered to you by Great Spirit. Extremely curious it leaves no stone unturned. Curiosity has its advantages and its disadvantages. Following ones curiosity can open doorways into new and exciting territory, although curiosity applied without caution can lead to trouble. These masked bandits are persistent robbers and do not tire easily. Because of its masked face the raccoon holds the energies of disguise, magic, and secrecy. Hiding behind its mask it can take on several identities at once and play out different roles. Seldom does it reveal its true identity. It loves adventure and leads us down a road to new discoveries. Shape shifting is part of its magic. Raccoons have an air of indifference around them when caught in the act of a robbery (so true!!). Strong and muscular the raccoon can hold its ground in most all situations and teaches us to do the same. The raccoon holds the gift of transformation. When it appears in a persons life the many faces of self are about to be revealed.