May 4th is the actual day Lewis Carroll set Alice's adventure. It's the day she followed the rabbit, fell through the dark rabbit hole, and landed somewhere that made absolutely no sense. It's the day everything changed, not because the world got easier, but because she had no choice but to find out who she really was. Here's what most people miss about that story. Alice didn't go to Wonderland to have fun. She went through confusion, chaos, and creatures that challenged everything she thought she knew. She met the Queen of Hearts, all rage and power and "off with their heads," the part of us that lashes out when we feel out of control. She sat with the Mad Hatter, wild and creative and a little unhinged, the part of us that's been dismissed as too much. She faced the Jabberwocky, this enormous terrifying thing that everyone said couldn't be defeated, and every voice around her, including her own, said she wasn't the one to do it. But she was the only one who could. That's not a fairy tale detail. That's the whole point. The dragon you're most convinced you cannot face? It has your name on it. Not because life is cruel, but because you are the only one built exactly right to slay it. Your Queen of Hearts, your madness, your creativity, your fear, none of it is a flaw in the story. It IS the story. Alice didn't find herself by staying on the surface. She found herself by going within, through every uncomfortable, disorienting, shape-shifting layer of Wonderland, and coming out the other side knowing who she is and what she is capable of. That's the work. You ARE the main character. Live like it. Stay Curious 🐇🐛🦋🎩⏳ 💜Mel

May the Fourth be with you! On this wonderful nerdy holiday, I ask you whether you like the traditional original set starting with Star wars: a new hope. Or do you love all of it?

ello, love! Have you noticed that the world is kind of a dumpster fire lately? So, what do we do? Hide? Scream? Doom scroll? How about something different? I love to look for what is good, fun, and beautiful. How about leaning into what brings us joy? Works beautifully. Puts you in a space of gratitude. Opens your heart to what is good. Teaches your brain to look for more of that. (Yes - literally, the reticular activating system RAS does that) What lights you up? Art? Pets? People? Clouds? Drop a comment and let us know! It's so important to do things purely for the joy of it. It’s time for another play date this Saturday! Check the calendar for your time zone, but it’s 1 PM Eastern. Whether you want to work on art, a craft project, do a puzzle, play a game, or just chat, we would love to have you. Low-key. Not recorded. Just fun.

I hope you enjoy your card this week from the Winged Messengers Divine Guidance cards, currently available in digital form. Self-care is not selfish. It is how sensitive souls remain sustainable. After intense emotional or energetic periods, many people try to push themselves back into productivity too quickly. But healing and integration require care, gentleness, and replenishment. Taurus season reminds us that the body needs comfort, steadiness, and restoration. You are allowed to rest. You are allowed to soothe yourself. You are allowed to tend to your needs without guilt. ⛲ Affirmation: ⛲ I honor my well-being and give myself the care I truly need. Wisdom Practice: What is one form of self-care your body or spirit has been quietly asking for lately? This card comes from the Winged Messengers Divine Guidance Cards, which bring assistance from our winged allies. You can get the deck on the Deckible app. You can draw a card for yourself here: #Your Winged Messenger Oracle Draw

I have heartbreaking news for any of you whoever saw my adorable twitch Zoom bombing us or playing with my paint brushes while I was trying to paint or running off with a pen. You should really be using the coastline which one from being her playful self to having one off day to crossing the rainbow bridge. I woke up this morning with the cat and I never imagined that in the middle of the day she would be gone. Hard enough when you know it's coming but really difficult when it's a complete Yes, she had stomatitis, but that didn't mean I was expecting her to leave me. So if my energy feels a little off for a bit please give me a bit of Grace. I'm still doing the playdate etc, but it's definitely not the best of times here. Here are some pictures and videos of her. I'm so sorry to have to add her too the gallery for those who have crossed the rainbow Hug your fur babies and hold them dear as always. #🌈🌉 Fur Babies Who Crossed the Rainbow Bridge Here's the gallery and how you can add pictures to the various pages of the gallery. #🐈🐕‍🦺🦮 Show off your fur babies! #How to Add Pics & Vids to the Fur Baby Gallery