http://www.jacquelinenicoll.com en-gb jacquelinenicoll.com 2012-5-19T00:00:00Z jacquelinenicoll.com http://www.jacquelinenicoll.com/page14.htm#118386 Following on from the wonderful Super Moon on 6th May humanity is now moving towards the energies of an Annular Solar Eclipse on May 2021st coinciding with the new moon. This is the first of four powerful eclipses this year. The others are Partial Lunar Eclipse 4th June Total Solar Eclipse 1314th November Penumbral Lunar Eclipse 28th November An Annular Eclipse occurs when the moon is further away from the Earth than it is during a Total Eclipse so its unable to totally obscure the sun. Eclipses bring opportunities for the Earth and humanity to release negativity. As consciousness expands and truth is revealed healing and a greater alignment with Divine Will naturally occurs. These 2012 powerful eclipses bring initiation activation and transformation for all people on some level. When truth is illuminated it brings opportunities for integration of the shadow side. The shadow side being feelings of guilt anger hatred etc. As old energy patterns break down and dissolve ... 2012-5-16 10:27:22 http://www.jacquelinenicoll.com/page14.htm#117994 Please join me and other likeminded people at my home near Canterbury next Thursday 17th May between 7.30 pm and 9.30 pm for an Emerald Heart Gathering. These sacred Gatherings are relaxed informal and fun. They offer a wonderful opportunity to be in the spiritual Light and peace of the Emerald Heart with teachings channelled through me for the benefit of the individual and group. If you are interested in experiencing the Emerald Heart Light but are unable to attend the Gathering then please contact me for details about a long distance connection. Somewhere there are people to whom we can speak with passion without having the words catch in our throats. Somewhere a circle of hands will open to receive us eyes will light up as we enter voices will celebrate with us whenever we come into our own power. Community means strength that joins our strength to do the work that needs to be done. Arms to hold us when we falter. A circle of healing. A circle of friends. Someplace where we c... 2012-5-9 18:37:58 http://www.jacquelinenicoll.com/page14.htm#117657 The Buddha full moon arrives on 6th May at 3.47 GMT and its effects can already be felt strongly as our consciousness expands with the energies. This is one of the most special full moons of the year. Please see my Blog Buddha Full Moon 9th May 2011 for further information. This current full moon is a Super Moon which is aligning with the 555 Stargate. These numbers represent transformation transmutation and transfiguration and this cosmic moment offers each person an opportunity to emerge boldly as a being of majesty and Light. My Golden Sun Essence works wonderfully to aid transition of any kind and is a great cleanser for the energetic system whilst instilling joy. It abounds with Buddha blessings and offers valuable energetic support if required. Wesak celebrates humanitys union with nature and the stars. There is a communicative harmony that naturally exists between humans Earth energy and creation. Try to spend as much time in nature now and allow her to guide you to... 2012-5-4 10:46:11 http://www.jacquelinenicoll.com/page14.htm#117595 I will be sharing messages from my childrens books and signing copies in the Wildwood Stand at the Canterbury Climate Fair St Georges Street on Saturday 12th May between 9 am and 5 pm. This is Canterburys third annual Fair where ethically sourced organic fairtrade and climate friendly products can be purchased. Lots of entertainment throughout the day by local musicians and yummy locally produced food on sale too hope to see you there. 2012-5-3 09:44:11 http://www.jacquelinenicoll.com/page14.htm#116477 Thank you to all the children and parents who bought copies of my books and entered the Colouring Competition on Fridays Event at Waterstones it was lovely to meet you all. There were a lot of entries and the Judge was impressed with the high standard of work. The age categories were 3 6 and 7 10. Congratulations to Mika Barlow age 5 and Eloise Oliver age 7. A family ticket for a day out to Wildwood is on its way to you both. Please see the Prize Winners Page. 2012-4-15 09:01:45 http://www.jacquelinenicoll.com/page14.htm#116325 I am hosting an Emerald Heart Gathering at my home in Chartham Hatch Canterbury next Thursday 19th April between 7.30 pm and 9.30 pm. Attending a Gathering is a wonderful opportunity to experience Being in the Light while learning and sharing with likeminded people in a safe comfortable and friendly atmosphere. For further information about how the Emerald Heart Light can help you please go to the Home Page and click on Emerald Heart Gatherings in the main menu selection. If you are interested in attending this or future Gatherings please call me on 01227 738108. 2012-4-12 11:09:50 http://www.jacquelinenicoll.com/page14.htm#115630 On Friday 13th April I will be at Waterstones Book Shop Rose Lane Canterbury signing my books throughout the day between 11am and 3pm. There will be a childrens colouring competition and I will be reading from my books in the childrens book section. Pamela K Rees www.wildabouteastkent.co.uk will also be giving art demonstrations. Please join us if you can for a fun filled day. 2012-3-30 20:01:18 http://www.jacquelinenicoll.com/page14.htm#115183 I offer you Peace I offer you Love I offer you Friendship I see your Beauty I hear your Need I feel your Feelings My wisdom flows from the Highest Source I salute that Source in You Let us work together for Unity and Love Gandhi 2012-3-23 16:33:39 http://www.jacquelinenicoll.com/page14.htm#114927 Tomorrow 20th March we celebrate the Vernal Equinox the day when there is an equal amount of daylight and darkness. This day heralds the beginning of spring in the northern hemisphere bringing an increase in light warmth and growth. As things come into balance on this day its a great opportunity to take some quiet time to recognise and celebrate the areas of your life which are balanced and abundant whilst acknowledging the areas which may need some attention. A day to give thanks for all we are and all we aspire to be. On 22nd March we are also in the energies of the New Moon making it a perfect few days to harness the essence of new growth planting seeds for creation and manifestation of your dreams in the coming months. Love and many blessings for an abundant and joy filled springtime. 2012-3-19 16:03:29 http://www.jacquelinenicoll.com/page14.htm#114371 I recently had an author interview with Stacie Theis of Beach Bound Books California. Stacie also writes childrens books and enjoys finding out more about other authors and their work. httpwww.beachboundbooks.comjacquelinenicoll.html Many thanks Stacie. 2012-3-11 18:43:30 http://www.jacquelinenicoll.com/page14.htm#113990 The moon will be full on Thursday 8th March at 09.55 GMT. The moon is in Virgo and its effect may be felt as impatience. The present energies are bringing much to the fore and you may at times feel overwhelmed and too busy giving rise to confusion. With the sun in Pisces promoting intuition and wisdom your sensitive self may be feeling and knowing too much. Duality thinking can come into play at this time so seeking balance is very important. If you do feel sensitive and emotional but also need to be heard then think before you speak as after the energies have waned you will have greater awareness and clarity. Take time during this full moon to consider what matters most to you now and for the months ahead. What are you being made aware of that needs changing or releasing The moon is illuminating the cords which may need cutting. When you do release do so gracefully ensuring you keep connected to all that serves you. This is where balance is found allowing peaceful knowing. Dr... 2012-3-6 11:49:50 http://www.jacquelinenicoll.com/page14.htm#113292 Allow me to guide you on a Healing Walk through the ancient Blean Woods near Canterbury. These woods are abundant with old oaks sweet chestnuts birch and many other species. The energy of the woods is like no other I have visited and I have built a strong understanding and relationship with the trees over the past five years. Yes trees do talk not verbally of course but they do speak energetically. As I listen to the natural world I allow my consciousness to open enabling me to intuit answers and guidance. The trees always try to catch my attention. The weather guides the slightest wind responds the sunlight captures a certain plant a bird replies with sweet song. The world around us can be read like a book. In the same way I can connect with a person deeply through their eyes voice and heart. I understand a persons fears illusions hopes and dreams. Everything that a person is can be understood in this way. It is a gift of soul to soul communication built through love trust compas... 2012-2-25 18:27:21 http://www.jacquelinenicoll.com/page14.htm#113018 We are experiencing a drought where I live in the South East of England and in other parts of the UK. A dry summer last year followed by an exceptionally dry autumn and winter has caused the water shortage. On the New Lunar Year I wrote a blog about 2012 being a year of Power and how this related to the symbol of the Chinese Dragon water and weather. I know through experience that consciousness has a direct effect on the weather. In my Shamanic ceremonies the weather always responds and I have learned so much by working and cocreating with the weather elementals. Later today I will perform a rain ceremony to understand and assist. Since the publication of Dr Emotos book The Messages from Water many have awakened to the knowledge that water and consciousness is related at a deep level. Through water crystal technology it has been proven that water responds to loving positive thoughts. Our bodies are made up of 60 70 water and so it follows that our thoughts should always tr... 2012-2-22 10:01:14 http://www.jacquelinenicoll.com/page14.htm#112764 Thank you to all parents grandparents and children who attended the Frogs Tale workshops on Wednesday. Due to demand we were happy to run a third session later in the afternoon. There were some fabulous stories written by the children and many wonderful ponds created. On Thursday it was wonderful to meet all the children and parents at my book signing event at Waterstones. Many children entered the Colouring Competition and the entries were of a high standard. There were two age categories 36 and 710. The competition was judged by an artist who was impressed by the use of both watercolour paints and crayon on many of the pictures. The winning pictures can be found on the Prize Winners Page. Congratulations to Lucy Harcus age 9 from Hythe. Congratulations to Jessica Howland age 6 from Canterbury. I hope you both enjoy your prize of a family day out at Wildwood. I will be at Waterstones Book Shop Canterbury during the Easter holidays on Friday 13th April with more fun story telli... 2012-2-18 08:10:22 http://www.jacquelinenicoll.com/page14.htm#111935 The moon will be full tomorrow 7th February at 21.59 GMT. This moon is known as the Snow Moon and we are experiencing a wonderful synchronisation here with a rich blanket of snow covering the countryside. This Full moon is in Leo a sign of fire and passion. Favourable for romantic love and relationships but with the Aquarius energy present then quite possibly some people may be prone to overheating and drama. I am a Piscean and benefitting from the winters aqueous blanket around my home. I have loved standing in my garden listening to natures silence hearing only the trees whisper from time to time. When the snow falls it offers opportunity to slow down rest and go within. Of course not everybody is experiencing snow during this full moon and I am grateful for this special gift. Honour yourself first and you honour all those around you. When you honour another first you honour no one. Hold positive thoughts and remain focused on your own truth during this full moon per... 2012-2-6 18:43:42 http://www.jacquelinenicoll.com/page14.htm#111304 I am pleased to announce that Waterstones Bookshop Rose Lane Canterbury will be hosting my book signing event on Thursday 16th February from 11 am to 4pm. I will be reading Born To Love Frogs and Oceans Calling throughout the day in the Childrens Book Section and look forward to meeting you. For a chance to win tickets for a family day out children can take part in an exciting colouring competition on the day. Winners will be announced on my website on Saturday 18th February. 2012-1-28 12:46:40 http://www.jacquelinenicoll.com/page14.htm#111104 Storytelling and Storymaking A Frogs Tale On Wednesday 15th February Pamela K Rees www.wildabouteastkent.co.uk and myself will be running two childrens workshops in the Educational Centre at Wildwood Trust Herne Common Kent. An opportunity for your children to hear Born To Love Frogs watch an art demonstration and then make their own wildlife pond and story book to take home. Workshops 10.30 11.30 12.00 13.00 1632 per person 1 adult free per family additional adults 1632 each To make a reservation please contact Wildwood Trust on 01227 712111 2012-1-24 19:30:07 http://www.jacquelinenicoll.com/page14.htm#110791 The wonderful energies of the new moon on Monday 23rd January also bring Chinese New Year celebrations. The Year of the Dragon is upon us and I find the spiritual aspects of this animal totem very auspicious in line with the cosmic energies for 2012. It is the most powerful of all the twelve Chinese totems and heralds new beginnings. It is symbolic of wisdom courage success and happiness. The dragon is also a potent symbol of abundance with the power to release water and bring relief to parched lands. Abundance is emotional mental and spiritual energy working together to manifest on the physical plane. So in what ways will humanity use power this year Hopefully heart will overcome ego. Inspired change is better than enforced change. Powerful cleansing water energy could bring more devastating floods tsunamis etc created by humanitys will to move forward through fear instead of love. Spiritual masters understand that our purpose is to create abundance in simple and peaceful wa... 2012-1-20 16:12:45 http://www.jacquelinenicoll.com/page14.htm#109934 The moon will be full on Monday 9th January at approximately 07.30 GMT. This moon is known as the Wolf Moon or the Old Moon. The energies of the full moon can always be harnessed to aid any letting go process and for cleansing. This full moon is in Cancer and places emotional emphasis on our home life family and selfcare. Although we are in winter this is an excellent time to do some spring cleaning of your home or some painting and decorating. A good clear out of any clutter or unwanted items is therapeutic to the soul. As we clear our surroundings and create new space we clear ourselves of any negative energy and create new space within. Have nothing in your house that you do not know to be useful or believe to be beautiful. William Morris. A full moon bath for your crystals on the eve of the full moon cleanses and energises them. I have been guided to place all of my crystals outside in the garden this month to cleanse them completely. The crystals are already within a ... 2012-1-8 09:17:08 http://www.jacquelinenicoll.com/page14.htm#109429 May 2012 bring you many opportunities to experience yourself as a master allowing abundance to flow through all aspects of your life. May you remember every day that you are a WONDERFUL unique human being with a courageous loving heart who is loved by many. May your days be blessed with fun laughter and happiness. May your beautiful light and love shine brightly into the world bringing blessings to all. Best wishes for a very happy peaceful and abundant 2012. 2011-12-31 18:14:05 http://www.jacquelinenicoll.com/page14.htm#108911 Our ancestors worked with the seasons. The cold winter months were a time to retreat rest and conserve energy. In our modern world we have become accustomed to continuing with a similar rate of energy output to that of the lighter sunnier months. However our body does have a natural rhythm which still continues to work with the seasons and cosmic cycles it does require more rest and less output during the colder darker months regardless of modern comforts and technology. If possible try to spend some time outside every day by taking a refreshing walk in nature. Enjoy the sun when it does shine it is the source of Vitamin D production for the body. Try to retire earlier in the evenings and if possible rise with the sun. Eating wholesome grounding foods such as oats potatoes root vegetables and pulses provide good sustenance at this time of year. Enjoy drinking warm healthy herbal teas to gently cleanse and support your body which along with Echinacea supplements offer a good extra b... 2011-12-18 19:45:27 http://www.jacquelinenicoll.com/page14.htm#106004 I feel very grateful every day for my work with the Earth. My work with Soul Star Essence has been a revelation to me as to its power and ability to hold a persons heart in a loving safe place allowing them to let go of pain and disappointment easily. I have seen people transform their mood and outlook in front of my eyes after taking a few drops. They become lighthearted and focused. I have been guiding people on healing nature walks for some time. I am now offering this service with the light of Soul Star Essence as it allows a client to connect within easily become aware of their issues quickly allowing the answers to pore forth. I offer this service also to people who just simply need to get back to nature to reconnect and find themselves again. It is too easy for people to forget the Earth that sustains and supports life. Nature heals and she is waiting with open arms. If you are interested in working with Soul Star Essence in the presence of nature then please read the Page ... 2011-11-2 17:34:19 http://www.jacquelinenicoll.com/page14.htm#104753 It was wonderful to see so many families enjoying the woods this weekend in the autumn sunshine. The Autumn Fun page in the Words and Pictures section gives some ideas for family games and activities to enjoy on your next woodland visit. 2011-10-16 17:53:07 http://www.jacquelinenicoll.com/page14.htm#104380 Yesterday I spent a short time at the coast. I have been working long hours on a few projects like a lot of mums around my family and other work commitments. I find that a quiet stroll along the beach blows away the cobwebs and revitalises. It was warm yesterday but there was a strong wind. It was high tide and the waves were large and crashing up over the small promenade. One lonely surfer was out on his surfboard braving the water undeterred when he fell getting straight back up on his board time and time again. As I watched the waves I could feel the energies which have been building with this coming full moon known as the Hunters Moon. The moon will be full early tomorrow morning the 12th at around 02.20 GMT. If you are sensitive to the lunar energies then you can probably feel that this moon has a particularly fiery aspect being in Aries. Although giving potential for dynamic action unless the energy is utilised positively it can have the reverse effect. So it is a good time to b... 2011-10-11 09:55:11 http://www.jacquelinenicoll.com/page14.htm#103751 I recently contributed a copy of both my books to a Charity Auction and was invited to the Event in Bristol. It was a fun evening where many different businesses and people offered their services and products amounting to over sixty Lots on the night. The auction raised over 1632500 with all funds going to a Charity Foundation it was a really good way to raise money and awareness On our journey back across the UK to Kent we took the opportunity to visit Chedworth Roman Villa in the Cotswolds. We had visited it 20 years ago and my main recollection was that it was set in a peaceful wood or combe as it is called. The weather was spectacular we drove through monsoon like rain and then bright sunshine with rainbow after rainbow painting the sky. The Villa was as we had remembered but part of it was under canvas being prepared for a grand opening next year. Nevertheless this place has an ambience of peace that has stood the test of time and if it was all completely covered in can... 2011-10-3 08:42:02 http://www.jacquelinenicoll.com/page14.htm#103193 Last week I visited the Rollright Stones in Oxfordshire. The stones are made from limestone which has eroded over the centuries giving each stone personality and presence. The main circle is called the Kings Men and is a similar design to some circles in the Lake District like Long Meg. The Whispering Knights is a burial chamber standing in an adjacent field whilst the main stone known as The Kings Stone is situated in a neighbouring field and stands looking far across the countryside in quiet contemplation. This was a very tranquil place to just sit and be. Walking the inner circumference of the Kings Men circle which has such peaceful energy brought my awareness to the cycle of the seasons. The autumnal equinox which occurred yesterday is the day when light and darkness are of equal lengths. As I sat by the largest stone I felt the balance that an equinox offers. It was a great opportunity to take time to rest for a while and feel my own inner balance. For all this is the perfec... 2011-9-24 20:05:02 http://www.jacquelinenicoll.com/page14.htm#102310 The sunflowers that my children planted earlier in the year are now in full bloom and I have added a photograph of one of them to the Mother Natures Magic page. I have also added some more photographs to the Gallery. Sunflowers are very special to me. Twelve years ago I lost a baby boy at birth. We had planted sunflowers for the first time that year in the garden right by the window. I hardly noticed the enormous blooms or the garden on my return from hospital but after a couple of weeks the colour and majesty of the flowers called to me and they beamed brighter every day. They are a joyful happy flower and brought my awareness back to nature and to the extra healing I needed and found in the garden. I dried one of the sunflowers that grew that year and still have it in a keepsake box with other memories of the little soul who was with us for a short time but brought so much love and teaching about eternal life. Sunflowers seem to shout abundance also of the abundance to be f... 2011-9-11 16:49:14 http://www.jacquelinenicoll.com/page14.htm#102079 I was given initial guidance about Golden Sun Essence on an exhilarating cliff top walk in early May. As I wrote some notes I noticed that the bushes around me where I had stopped to sit and rest during my walk were filled with butterfly cocoons and some caterpillars were already on the leaves. I knew it would be an Essence of change and the winds of change did blow as it came into being early on solstice morning 21st June. All too easily we can fall back into old ways when the fear of change clouds our way. This Essences signature is Joy and particularly the joy of change. Not only will it help you let go more easily and embrace the new but also maintain clarity needed by keeping your aura cleansed and your mind focused on the truth of your heart. Joy will lead the way. The crystals that assisted in this cocreation were Sunstone and clear Quartz which are a lovely combination their qualities uplift and bring clarity. The Sunstone is carved in the shape of a laughing Buddha an... 2011-9-7 19:54:42 http://www.jacquelinenicoll.com/page14.htm#101284 We enjoyed higher than average temperatures over the Easter period through April it was as if summer had arrived early. Now we do have the usual aroma in the air that enfolds us in late summer. The dew is staying for longer on the grass in the morning as the sun bathes us in a rich golden light. However I do sense that the trees are changing a little quicker this year. I have a Cherry Blossom tree in my garden and every leaf has been completely red for a couple of weeks ready to fall. Perhaps due to an early season this year or maybe its the lack of rainfall we have had in South East England over the summer. We have a communal orchard in our village and have been enjoying harvesting apples for eating and baking delicious cooking apples which have been wonderful mixed with large juicy blackberries from the garden and woods. I have also sown more lettuce leaves in the hope of a late crop. Last autumn I watched a large Beech tree change through late summer and wrote of its transformatio... 2011-8-27 10:02:37 http://www.jacquelinenicoll.com/page14.htm#100835 Thank you to all who attended our Author and Illustrator event. Pam and myself both enjoyed meeting all the parents and children it was great fun. We had good feedback both from the forms that were kindly completed after each session and by word of mouth so much so that we have been asked by Wildwood to host another event in the middle of February half term next year which will be open to members and their families. A big thank you also to Peter Anne and all the staff at Wildwood who helped make the day a great success. 2011-8-20 10:22:06 http://www.jacquelinenicoll.com/page14.htm#100471 Pamela K Rees and myself will be holding a childrens event this coming Thursday 18th August at the Wildwood Trust Herne Common Canterbury. Pamela is a gifted botanical and wildlife artist who will be demonstrating her art and I will be sharing my stories with the children. We will be running art and craft activities during each session to help encourage childrens awareness and involvement in our environment. The event is free and we hope that you can join us on the day Frogs and Ponds 11am Frogs and Ponds 12 pm Ocean Life 2pm Ocean Life 3pm Pamelas website is www.wildabouteastkent.co.uk and more details about Wildwood can be found at www.wildwoodtrust.org 2011-8-14 19:04:21 http://www.jacquelinenicoll.com/page14.htm#99316 The New Moon in Leo will be upon us on Saturday 30th July. As Universally we are currently in a place of new beginnings the energy of this lunar phase is powerful and dynamic. For everyone with desires and dreams there will be increased energy available to harness and use to begin those new endeavours that you may have struggled with previously. There is opportunity for breakthroughs both minor and major in all areas of life but particularly with regard to theories inventions ideas understandings and wisdom for this new era. An exciting time for everyone My White Magnolia Flower Essence is aligned with new beginnings. It shines its light into your positive intentions and actions creating a sacred space when you want something new and improved in your life bringing support and inner power to aid manifestation. A handy powerful friend that works wonders Sometimes the smallest actions bring the biggest results. 2011-7-28 09:10:33 http://www.jacquelinenicoll.com/page14.htm#98235 The moon will be full on Friday 15th July at approximately 06.22 GMT. This moon is in the sign of Capricorn and is the first full moon since the trilogy of eclipses. The recent energies that have passed through our lives and continue to at this time have brought many issues to the fore particularly if we were pushing them aside thinking we could deal with them at a later date. Many people I know especially those on a spiritual path have endured difficult circumstances or found themselves at a crossroads. This has left many dealing with feelings of anger or frustration as the light pushes up these issues to be looked at and healed. The most important guidance I have as we dance into the full moons energies this month is simply What if... Use these words to uplift and empower yourself in any aspect of life that needs your extra attention and action right now. As you release the old remembering that it once served you well think of all the new possibilities that your beautiful self ca... 2011-7-12 18:52:28 http://www.jacquelinenicoll.com/page14.htm#97048 As the Universe enters into a period of new beginnings this is a wonderful opportunity to introduce Moonstone Essence which was cocreated on 17th May at the time of the full moon. My journeys into the consciousness of nature and spirit are shamanic and spirit always sends me signs on these journeys. During the cocreation of the Moonstone Essence I was guided to stand by my pond and as I did I immediately saw a grass snake lying on a lily pad. It looked at me before it slithered into the water. I have never seen a grass snake in my pond before and it was presented to me at the time as a water snake. The May full moon was in Scorpio which is a water sign and is attuned to the cycles of birth and rebirth. Water snake and Scorpio are connected in this respect. Water snake spoke of the power of creation sexuality and the soul. It is a totem of transition of shedding the past rebirth and making change for the future. All of these qualities are present in this new Moonstone Essence. T... 2011-6-25 17:41:31 http://www.jacquelinenicoll.com/page14.htm#96422 The longest day of the year is nearly upon us again. The word Solstice is derived from the Latin words Sol meaning sun and Sistere meaning to stand still. On 21st June the movement of the suns path will come to a standstill before reversing direction. Every year Druids gather at Stonehenge to witness the sun rising and bathing its light over the central Altar stone aligning with the Heel stone and the Slaughter stone. Historians and New Age theorists differ in their opinion about the original purpose of Stonehenge. The theories range from a large stone calendar and a temple for burials to an intergalactic portal. Whatever the original purpose it certainly seems to be connected to the sun and seasonal cycles. Its wonderful that Pagans still celebrate the first day of summer in this way. I once joined a group of British and German lightworkers about 12 of us in all for a dawn ceremony at Stonehenge. It was the middle of spring and still pretty chilly early in the morning. When we... 2011-6-16 19:06:42 http://www.jacquelinenicoll.com/page14.htm#95877 The energy of the moon moves the oceans and creates the tides. This energy can also be felt within us because our bodies carry a high water content and are also affected by the moons cycle. Around the time of the full moon emotions may be stirred or intensified. Aches and pains in the body are a sign of an issue releasing itself or trying to so that body mind and spirit can find balance again. The Full moon for June will be on Wednesday 15th at 20.11 GMT21.11 BST. This month we will also be under the influence of a total lunar eclipse which will be visible in many parts of the world including the UK. This is the first eclipse of 2011 the last one being in December 2010. Eclipses prompt emotional change and you may notice a difference in your temperament or behaviour. You may be more sensitive to other peoples behaviour. Take time to observe yourself the way you respond to others the way in which you speak to yourself. Capitalize upon this time and if negative emotions arise t... 2011-6-9 20:35:21 http://www.jacquelinenicoll.com/page14.htm#94944 I am in a slipstream of creativity as the moon dances its way towards being new on 1st June. During this New Moon we will also bear witness to the energies of a partial solar eclipse the second of 2011. Yesterday I was fortunate to see a Jay sitting on the garden fence close to the window a rare sight in my garden. Today during a walk in the woods a Jay flew across the path. The Jay signifies new opportunity as does the New Moon. As we also have an eclipse occurring a gateway of energy is available sacred and transformative. If you are creative then use this wonderful time to explore your talents and gifts more deeply and find new ways to communicate your truth. These energies bring the possibility of hidden creative gifts rising into peoples awareness to be utilised. Just pick up the pen paint brush instrument or computer keyboard and let it flow. Express yourself and enjoy I will be spending this coming week in North Wales throughout the New Moon energies visiting sacred site... 2011-5-28 18:31:15 http://www.jacquelinenicoll.com/page14.htm#94615 May my favourite month of the year. Mostly because the trees are full of new leaves that change from a tender green to their deeper colours as the month progresses. This year we have had such warm conditions since April in the UK that there is a look of late June to nature already. Here in the South East the grass in the gardens and verges has turned yellow due to lack of rain. My family have been busy planting flower and vegetable seeds. My two youngest children are very much a part of their natural environment and outdoor play is a virtual constant. They love to be involved in the creative process that the garden offers it is their world of wonder. This year they have planted sunflowers from seed in small pots watered them and watched them grow into seedlings. They have helped prepare the soil in the flower bed and planted the seedlings knowing that as they water and care for these plants they are helping to yield enormous sunflowers later in the summer. Wild flower seeds have ... 2011-5-23 21:01:04 http://www.jacquelinenicoll.com/page14.htm#94061 The weather although a little breezy stayed dry for the Climate Fair at the weekend which was a great success in raising peoples awareness. I met lots of interesting people and there was a good community spirit in which knowledge was shared and new friendships made. A big thank you to Sue Laura and Bryony for their help with my book sales and for teaching me the finer details of the Wildwood Trust so I could share these with the public 2011-5-16 16:19:42 http://www.jacquelinenicoll.com/page14.htm#93765 I will be signing copies of my books on Saturday and Sunday 14th 15th May at the Canterbury Climate Fair organised by Greenpeace. The fair is held to raise awareness of environmental issues and give a positive environmental message. I will be joining The Wildwood Trust team on their stand. The Wildwood Trust is a native wildlife conservation charity involved in important work for the preservation of the UKs most endangered species. If you live locally please come along and support the Fair in St Georges StreetThe Parade from 9 am 5 pm on Saturday and 10 am to 4 pm on Sunday. 2011-5-12 14:19:42 http://www.jacquelinenicoll.com/page14.htm#93551 Wesak is a global celebration which celebrates the life of the Buddha and in particular his enlightenment as he sat under the Bodhi tree. It is said that as he sat in meditation he received deep insight and knowledge. He witnessed the thousands of previous lives he had lived and saw how beings were subject to cause and effect or karma. He was able to perceive how beings passed into other planes of existence before beginning life anew in the cycle of rebirth. He understood that with all human cravings eliminated suffering ceases to be and the mind is completely liberated. He then attained full enlightenment. Wesak is always celebrated on the full moon in May which this year is on the 17th at 11.l0 GMT. It is a powerful moon which lends itself to this vast celebration where in the East in countries like India it is a holiday. With an increase in the mass consciousness of good will we can choose to connect with others at this time in celebration. Remember also to take the oppor... 2011-5-9 21:27:38 http://www.jacquelinenicoll.com/page14.htm#92970 In spring 2010 when the Magnolia tree in my garden was in full flower I channelled interesting information about new beginnings clarity and blossoming of projects. I wanted to make an essence at this point but knew that there was more information for me that I would be able to access at a later date. With divine timing and patience this spring I have been able to connect at a deep level with the tree and its blossom. I have been given wonderful information about the Divine Feminine which is the signature to the beautiful essence that I have cocreated. It is a powerful essence deeply feminine in its qualities but also very suitable for men who are ready to integrate and work with the Divine Feminine within. I have also cocreated a Rose Quartz Crystal essence. Rose Quartz is an amazing healer for the heart and is probably the most important crystal for the heart and the heart chakra. The essence imbues you with its qualities of unconditional love and peace qualities I felt very deeply w... 2011-5-2 18:36:47 http://www.jacquelinenicoll.com/page14.htm#92194 Easter is a time for rebirth and the celebration of new life all around us as the trees come into leaf once more as the spring flowers add their colour to our environment as the days become longer and as the weather becomes warmer. Easter is both a Christian and a Pagan celebration with the ancient AngloSaxon Goddess Eastre or Ostara giving her name to this festival. She represents rebirth fertility and the bringing of a new dawn. Also we celebrate the resurrection of Christ at this time. My six year old daughter was recently told the story of the crucifixion of Christ at school. She was horrified as she doesnt yet have the ability at her age to understand the storys spiritual context. Her expression was similar to why was I told this story about a man being killed in this terrible way and why am I supposed to be celebrating this Good point She revealed a very important message and understanding to me that this is probably a truth for most young children regardless of their re... 2011-4-21 10:13:56 http://www.jacquelinenicoll.com/page14.htm#91582 Words amp Pictures is a new section of my website with meditations poetry and pictures for children to enjoy. If you and your children are new to guided visualisations then they are very much the same as a story read out loud but with a slower rhythm and regular pauses giving time for the child to visualise and speak if they wish. Sometimes I play relaxing music in the background as well. Your child may want to share their experiences at the end where they can often reveal their hidden truths. Have fun 2011-4-12 18:21:58 http://www.jacquelinenicoll.com/page14.htm#90910 I am sure that I speak for mothers everywhere when I say that the memories of holding our children for the first time are amongst our most special. There is a heightened awarenesss of spirit during pregnancy as we nurture the new life growing within us. During labour with my youngest daughter I spent much of the time in meditation with her and my guides resulting in a relatively pain free and wonderful birth for us both. I had experienced difficult births previously had learned a lot and was grateful to have the opportunity to experience childbirth again more naturally in tune with my body mind emotions and spirit. The mother and child relationship is a gift to cherish throughout life as we grow together through all of our experiences. This is a lovely poem by an unknown author which eloquently celebrates motherhood. Her love is like an islandIn lifes ocean vast and wideA peaceful quiet shelterFrom the wind the rain the tide.Tis bound on the north by HopeBy Patience on the WestBy t... 2011-4-3 16:54:57 http://www.jacquelinenicoll.com/page14.htm#89524 A BIG moon tonight which has been pulling at our energies for the past week enabling us to look at what is negative in our lives or the lives of others so we can have courage to acknowledge accept and dissolve it by walking through the next open door into something better.We need to cooperate to cocreate so keep moving with what makes your heart sing as you will definitely be going in the right direction. Now we are on the cusp of the Spring season it is beneficial to look at the past Winter diet that has sustained you and modify it to fit with the new lighter vibrations of the coming season. The weather is warming and nature is beckoning us to increase the time we spend outside now which for me is every available opportunity Many blessings for a wonderful Spring. 2011-3-19 09:43:15 http://www.jacquelinenicoll.com/page14.htm#88563 I attended a Charity Dinner in Greenwich on Friday night which was being held to raise money for the Medical Foundation to help those who have suffered from torture and John McCarthy was the guest speaker. I was called to do some energy healing work. There was a lot happening on different levels including energy at the venue itself which was the Painted Hall at the Old Royal Naval College. It is a beautiful hall said to be finest dining hall in the Western world. I felt like I had walked into a palace. It has ornately decorated walls and an amazing ceiling which depicts the triumph of peace and liberty over tyranny a very apt setting for the evening. There was a beautiful angelic presence. As I opened up I began to channel information for myself about an event I thought I wouldnt be able to attend in the future because of the timing. Spirit kept the pressure on and once I accepted I needed to do it anyway the Universe started to remove the blocks providing options and paving t... 2011-3-6 18:11:54 http://www.jacquelinenicoll.com/page14.htm#87709 The weather is warmer now and the frogs in my pond have woken up after the long winter ready to create lots of frog spawn. I have lots of fish in the pond who like to nibble at the tadpoles so every year I have to make nurseries for them so they have a chance to develop before I put them back into the pond. Last Summer when the tadpoles had grown into little frogs I was lying at the end of my garden on the grass and I watched a small frog hop down the path towards me. He hopped across the grass and stopped right in front of me which is very unusual because they are shy creatures but this one was very inquisitive. We were quietly eye to eye for about five minutes before he hopped away. Frogs are cleansers in the Shamanic world and healers like myself carry Frog energy which is having the ability to cleanse negativity and replace it with something better. During healing negative emotions can often reveal themselves. Beyond these feelings there is joy and love which push the heavier emo... 2011-2-24 16:32:48 http://www.jacquelinenicoll.com/page14.htm#86594 During the time of the last full moon I was given a lot of guidance which has served well over the last month. During January and February there have been intense energies facilitating planetary and physical cleansing. The terrible events in Australia highlight the amount of purification that is happening at this time. A friend in Australia contacted me to assist a group of lightworkers in holding positive intentions of a level 3 cyclone at 3 am low tide which I did. I was immediately given guidance that thankfully no human life would be lost in what turned out to be a level 5 cyclone. I know that through this turmoil and upheavel including the more recent transmutational fires a shift of consciousness has occurred which will become more apparent in time for both individuals and the nation. Many changes are taking place and it is important to maintain a positive mindset during these changes. When negativity rises and turmoil and chaos are experienced the light has brought the issue to... 2011-2-11 19:30:35 http://www.jacquelinenicoll.com/page14.htm#85774 On Thursday 3rd February it will be a New Moon coinciding with the Chinese New Year. The Chinese calendar is based on the phases of the moon. A New Moon is a good time to harness the growing energy which comes with a new beginning. This first moon of 2011 ushers in the Year of the Rabbit which is the most fortunate of the animal signs. This year is a metal rabbit or golden rabbit which brings peace and positivity amidst perceived turmoil. The essence of the rabbit also originates from the moon and will offer an ever present conscious reminder of our connection to the moon cycles feminine wisdom the seasons and Mother Earth. These connections are important for us during these great times of change and transformation keeping our feet firmly on the ground whilst we reach for the stars. 2011-1-30 18:11:10 http://www.jacquelinenicoll.com/page14.htm#85425 Sense worth and honesty are central themes in Burns poetry. This a wonderful poem with depth and truth. The Golden Age we will then reviveEach man will be a brotherIn harmony we all shall liveAnd share the earth togetherIn Virtue trained enlightened YouthWill love each fellowcreatureAnd future years shall prove the truthThat Man is good by natureThen let us toast with three times threeThe reign of Peace and Liberty from Why should we idly waste our prime 2011-1-25 17:50:26 http://www.jacquelinenicoll.com/page14.htm#84532 I am putting the finishing touches to a guided meditation for girls based on Oceans Calling which will be going in a Talking Book this year. Oceans Calling actually started as three separate meditations which I wrote for my children based around mermaids crystals and dolphins. I put all the ideas from these meditations together for the story and it is interesting that I am now turning the story into a meditation. My children particulary like the visualisation of colour around the crystals which relate to the chakra system and emotions. Many things seem to go full circle sometimes quickly and sometimes taking many years and needing reflection to properly identify. We live amidst cycles some of which are beautiful and necessary for life such as the seasons but some cycles occur to teach us about ourselves. They offer healing and change such as repeated behaviours or emotions to situations in our life. When we can identify and break cycles such as these it sets in motion a new way for... 2011-1-13 16:04:59