....You never know what life is going to present you. Sure you can prepare by being attentive, clarifying what you would like and sure, seeing an intuitive that has the ability to see your path, but even then, you really don't know for sure. It isn't that said intuitive isn't accurate, it is that there are so many variables and how you shift on a moment to moment basis can effect so much.

The reason I bring this probably not news to you is that there is great fun in not knowing but most people are uncomfortable with the unknown. I would like to help them be so comfortable with themselves that whatever is going to happen is a non issue because they know they've got it!
 It is one of the reasons I became a certified life coach, to be able to offer that service in addition to my movie screen of information. Does that give me an edge as a coach? Perhaps, but it is the genuine desire to help people feel their value that is really most important, don't you feel? To be able to trust in themselves so much that they embrace what is still unknown to them.

When people trust in themselves they are tapped into the energy more too. Have you felt the energy this week? Whoa baby it has been moving, moving, moving. If there is an unfinished project on your list, I would suggest you dig out the list and see what you need to move the project forward. Energy is always moving but when we get these surges it can help the productivity along. Think of it as rocket fuel!

It feels as if we will have a full week of momentum, so it is up to you whether you use it for your own benefit or you allow it to freak you out. For instance, if you know your business needs to shift and calling a marketing person has been on your list, take a deep breath and do it. (Call me, I know a good company.) Or perhaps you have been putting off taking a class, call the college, dance studio, library or private tutor, do it! Maybe there is a relationship that is stagnating and you've had ideas of how to help it but have been hesitant to say anything, say it! Believe in your ability to carry it through, whatever that it is. You can do it!

Last week I accomplished more in one day than I had in weeks. Recognizing the flow of energy I got on that puppy like a surfer catching a great wave for when we are in alignment with the flow it will take us great lengths. I used it again today to clean the house to usher in the energy and the dirt out!

 There will always be things on the to do list but boy it feels good to cross off the ones that take up so much energy just thinking about. Do you have a pile of papers that need going through, do you have to make an eye doctor appointment, do you have to call the IRS? If you do, ask for agent 10748526, she was a sweetie! Regardless of what you would like to accomplish, allow the tail wind to propel you forward this week and enjoy the ride!

The adventure of life is why we choose to come here as a soul, to learn, to play and to grow but mostly to have fun. So put that on your list and do it!

Arms out in balance, riding the wave,
Vicki

                   HAPPY EVERY DAY THAT YOU ARE ON THE EARTH!

Saying Happy Mother's Day has always been a challenge for me. Oh, I can say it, I just don't understand why we have to make a day to celebrate motherhood when a daily intention makes more sense. I also have a challenge with the narrow perspective of the definition of a mother, at least in our culture. I for one, have many titles, mom, step-mother, grandmother and I am sure a mother of another type when I have annoyed people. I have also been an honorary mother to friends of the kids, partners to my kids, younger clients that look to me for guidance and to a few furry kids as well as some amphibious charges. 

I have in my experience had a mother, grandmothers, mother in law (although the jury is still out as to whether I am in the family or not. :)), honorary mothers, mentors I recognized as filling a mother role for me as well as a child of Mother Earth. Did I mention I have four older sisters? The mother energy is everywhere. Just because the birth process is defined in the dictionary as creating that role, it is not accurate in my estimation. A mother to me, is someone who loves the people in their lives and offers compassion as well as guidance when asked. A person who allows and can see the young ones in her life as having their own journey and honoring their spirit. A person who does the hard things and doesn't look for a reward for it, but rather sees her own strength and growth as a result of the process. 

So, where ever you may see these qualities or hold these qualities, honor that this Sunday and every day from there and see just how filled up you can become with the wonder of a life process.

This weekend I will celebrate with my kids and grandkids and I will have a wonderful time. Just as wonderful as when we get together on a non mother holiday and I get hugs and get to see them growing in their lives. Rumor has it there is grilling involved too. yum!

I wish you the best of all weekends and beyond, 

Vicki

www.vickibaird.com

One word expresses the pathway to greatness: voice. Those on this path find their voice and inspire others to find theirs. The rest never do.”               Steven Covey

The voice is an amazing thing. It conveys content of our brains and emotions. It can carry a tune and can generate great joy with humor, inflection and inspiration. It can also be very missed when it isn't working to what has become accustomed to being "normal". I have found this out this week. What I thought was a few allergies last week has blown into a full on cold with laryngitis and a cough that would impress the keepers of any tuberculosis ward.  During this time I have been perplexed, as anyone who knows me can tell you, I am a talker. I can talk to ANYONE and often have a great time doing it. I have a pretty good vocabulary and can carry my part of the conversation quite well.....but not without a voice. The only one who understands my flailing hand signals seems to be the dog! Mostly because he's just hoping there is a treat associated with the flailing.

I have tapped into what this could be about, what am I not saying in my world and because the throat chakra is about listening too, I asked what am I not hearing? I have both been relieved that I didn't have to talk if I didn't want to and frustrated that people find it funny to point out my recent silent retreat like they've been waiting forty three years for this silence....and perhaps they have....I am a good talker as stated before. :)

Stick around any philosopher or self awareness class long enough and you will hear someone say where are you not using your voice? Where do you feel you are not expressing yourself? I have asked these questions of others myself and obviously of myself this week. They are fantastic questions to ask and I would suggest doing so before creating a health issue for self!

When we aren't using our voices to express what works and what doesn't work in our lives, the energy gets all backed up and can create everything from a tickle in the throat, ear issues to thyroid issues and other glandular challenges.

Where could you be using your voice more effectively? Where would it feel good to you to express how you are really feeling? Do you hold back because you are afraid what someone else may think? Perhaps you just need a jump start in expression.

This can be done in any number of ways. You could literally speak or sing your truth , you could do an art project or you could write a letter or a journal entry. Keep in mind if you write a letter, you do not have to send it. You can rip it up or burn it to release whatever had been pent up inside you.

If you are interested in the journal idea, feel free to sign up for a free account at my journal site www.coachingjournal.vickibaird.com. It's a great way to express right at your finger tips and completely private. Another way technology is here to help!

However you find your expression is fantastic and a gift to self and one never knows what is hidden under unexpressed emotions. Sometimes it is our genius just waiting to get out. I certainly hope this is the case with myself and one more good cough is going to release it!

I am certain my voice will be back and stronger than ever (this could be seen as a heads up) and when it is, amazing a ha's for my life along with it. That is the fun part, the a ha. Now if you'll excuse me my doctor is going to assist with the return of my voice so I can go apologize to the woman at the coffee drive thru for having to put up with my squeaky request this morning. Amazing the places we use out voices and don't even think of, isn't it?

Formally known as chatterbox as a child,
Vicki