Velda M. posted an article on Gaea's - Jan 13, 2012, 1:14 pm
Predictably this has been a busy week getting back into the swing of things. In terms of being in a good place by the end of the year …. nothing of real substance I’m afraid. My tolerance level decreased as my impatience grew but then I knew that working on being more tolerant was going to be h...
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Velda M. posted an article on Gaea's - Jan 9, 2012, 9:28 am
Are we really facing the end of the world this year? Like most people I have read about the impending end to the world on 21/12/2012. I have thought about this and discussed with family, friends and colleagues, all of whom have their opinions and thoughts on the matter. I think there is something to...
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Velda M. posted an article on Gaea's - Oct 4, 2011, 6:26 am
Rabbi Abba (the scribe of the Zohar) once sat at the gateway of the Town of Lud, where he saw a traveler sit down on a pile of rocks at the edge of a mountain overlooking a cliff. The man was exhausted for his journey and immediately fell asleep. R. Abba watched this innocuous scene for a bit until ...
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Velda M. posted an article on Gaea's - Sep 28, 2011, 10:23 am
Hi Everyone, Since Gaea’s went live in May 2008, this website has undergone a few changes in terms of design and structure. The content is regularly reviewed and I watch the pages that you visit with interest. Over the years, Gaea’s readers’ stats have increased exponentially starting with...
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Velda M. posted an article on Gaea's - Sep 20, 2011, 10:23 am
I was recently reminded of the value of friends.  I thought I would start this post off with a catchy definition of what a friend is but there are hundreds on Google which actually reinforces what I wanted to say so I elected to use a simple definition from the Oxford Dictionary: “a person with w...
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Velda M. posted an article on Gaea's - Aug 12, 2011, 12:34 pm
FESTIVALS AND SPECIAL DATES 2011(5771-5772) 2012(5772-5773) TU B’SHEVAT Thu Jan 20th/15 Shevat Wed Feb 8th/15 Shevat PURIM Sun Mar 20th/14 Adarll Thu Mar 8th/14 Adarl PESACH 1st DAY Tue April 19th/15 Nisan Sat Apr 7tCh/15 Nisan PESACH 7th DAY Apr 25th/21 Nisan Fri Apr 13th/21 Nisan YOM HASHOAH Sun...
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Velda M. posted an article on Gaea's - Aug 5, 2011, 7:47 am
We need to Raise £180 We are trying to raise money to buy a mobility scooter for someone who is disbaled in the community and who is house bound. This will give him the oppurtunity to be more self sufficent. You can donate securly on our site via paypal at http://gaeas.co.uk Related posts:About M...
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Velda M. posted an article on Gaea's - Jul 12, 2011, 3:08 am
Our posts are automatically sent through to our facebook page so if you want to keep up to date while on the move with Gaea’s on your mobile phone become a fan of our facebook page. Related posts:Page of Swords Modern Communication – Edit and Delete Page of Cups
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Velda M. posted an article on Gaea's - Jul 11, 2011, 5:07 am
We have been unable to reply to requests for numerology readings etc via our contact form. The sender’s (you) email address was being ommited and we had no way of contacting you. We have  updated our contact form and made it more secure. You will now be required to enter your email address twice....
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Velda M. posted an article on Gaea's - Mar 20, 2011, 9:00 pm
I’m not sure if this should be called Monday Musing; I’m writing this in a rather reflective mood. I was reflecting on how we sometimes lose the ability to have faith – to trust – to believe. There’s always something in our life that we want – sometimes what we want will have a big imp...
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Velda M. posted an article on Gaea's - Mar 13, 2011, 8:00 pm
Finding serenity in our lives is never easy. We are always on the go, moving from activity to activity and keeping long lists of tasks that need to be accomplished. Nature, on the other hand, has seasons but no schedule. It is the primary source of beauty and tranquillity that can calm and pacify ou...
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Velda M. posted an article on Gaea's - Jan 22, 2011, 7:52 am
I came across something, which as usual, I wanted to share with you. As I was reading, I associated with everything I was reading, particularly about being just enough of everything. I think that the 3rd step in the programme below is what will present the biggest challenge for us. It’s hard to d...
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Velda M. posted an article on Gaea's - Dec 30, 2010, 8:00 pm
COLORSTROLOGY – WHAT YOUR BIRTHDAY COLOR SAYS ABOUT YOU by Michele Bernhardt Your talent and power is quite exceptional but it is not always easy to handle. A strong base is needed to support your energy and drive. Discipline, intention and love are needed to achieve your goals with a felling of ...
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Velda M. posted an article on Gaea's - Dec 29, 2010, 8:00 pm
COLORSTROLOGY – WHAT YOUR BIRTHDAY COLOR SAYS ABOUT YOU by Michele Bernhardt Your ability to make people stand up and take notice is one of your many gifts. You are able to convey ideas and opinions to the masses. Communicating life’s truths is one of your many pleasures. You are unique and col...
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Velda M. posted an article on Gaea's - Dec 28, 2010, 8:00 pm
COLORSTROLOGY – WHAT YOUR BIRTHDAY COLOR SAYS ABOUT YOU by Michele Bernhardt Talented and versatile, you are a great entertainer. Your natural spunk makes you a favorite at any social function. Although you can appear outgoing, you are also very sensitive with a need to retreat and re-energize. T...
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Velda M. posted an article on Gaea's - Dec 27, 2010, 8:00 pm
COLORSTROLOGY – WHAT YOUR BIRTHDAY COLOR SAYS ABOUT YOU by Michele Bernhardt Born to lead and inspire, you do well at the head of the class. You are charismatic and self-assured and can move through different parts of society with ease and confidence. Most people born on this day are hard-working...
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Velda M. posted an article on Gaea's - Dec 26, 2010, 8:30 pm
Five-step emotional healing process Part of the Emotional Healing For Dummies Cheat Sheet Become familiar with the situations that disturb you, take action to enable yourself to balance your emotional response to them and make this emotional healing process an integral part of your life.  1. Not...
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Velda M. posted an article on Gaea's - Dec 26, 2010, 8:00 pm
COLORSTROLOGY – WHAT YOUR BIRTHDAY COLOR SAYS ABOUT YOU by Michele Bernhardt Your mind is sharp and discriminating. Although you are capable of making good judgments, there are times when you are idealistic about relationships. Be sure to contact with people who love and support you. You have a u...
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Velda M. posted an article on Gaea's - Dec 25, 2010, 8:00 pm
COLORSTROLOGY – WHAT YOUR BIRTHDAY COLOR SAYS ABOUT YOU by Michele Bernhardt It is best for you to be in a position of authority. It is not a great idea for you to follow someone else’s rules. Dangerous and complex, you are not always easily understood. You want to know what makes things tick. ...
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Velda M. posted an article on Gaea's - Dec 10, 2010, 10:15 am
A Jewish man walked into a bank in New York City one day and asked for the loan officer. He told the loan officer that he was going to Israel on business for two weeks and needed to borrow $5,000. The bank officer told him that the bank would need some form of security for the loan. The Jewish man h...
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Velda M. posted an article on Gaea's - Dec 6, 2010, 7:00 pm
When Yosef sent his brothers to bring his father, Yaakov, the Sifornu implies that Yosef urged them to hurry and bring Yaakov down “so he could be happy to see.” What should Yaakov be happy to see? Some commentaries explain that Yosef stressed his position of power because he wanted to reassure ...
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Velda M. posted an article on Gaea's - Nov 30, 2010, 8:00 pm
According to COLORSTROLOGY, the month of December is characterised by the color, Pagoda Blue, (17-4724). Key description: Wisdom, Truth, Vision Deep and meditative, this color signifies wisdom, truth and optimism. Pagoda Blue lends vision and trust to those who wear it. It is a great color to use...
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Velda M. posted an article on Gaea's - Nov 29, 2010, 8:00 pm
Parshat Miketz tells of the sons of Yaakov traveling to Egypt to buy food and bring it back to their father. Yosef tries to foil their plans by accusing his brothers of being spies because their father wouldn’t have to send all 10 sons to get food, and the brothers respond that “we are all sons ...
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Velda M. posted an article on Gaea's - Nov 22, 2010, 8:00 pm
Rav Kaminetsky explains that Yaakov had taught Yosef all that he’d learned in the Yeshiva (school) of Shem and Eiver where he studied, and where Yitzchok AND Avraham studied as well. The main strength of that school was that they taught Torah that could survive in negative environments. Avraham us...
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Velda M. posted an article on Gaea's - Nov 15, 2010, 8:00 pm
In this week’s Parsha, Vayishlach, we find Yaakov crossing the Jordan River with his family, and going back for some small earthenware jugs that he forgot (Talmud: Chulin 91). Why would a wealthy man such as Yaakov have to go back for a few jugs? The answer, according to Rabbi Shraga Simmons, is t...
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Velda M. posted an article on Gaea's - Nov 8, 2010, 8:00 pm
This week’s Parsha, Vayetzei, relates the beginning of the relationship between Yakov and Rachel. When they first meet (29:11), Yakov cries, Rashi explaining that it’s because he didn’t have jewelry to give her (among other reasons). Why did he cry over that? Maybe he could have been upset, bu...
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Velda M. posted an article on Gaea's - Nov 2, 2010, 9:00 pm
In this week’s Parsha, Toldot, we are told of Esav selling his birthright to Yakov in exchange for a bowl of beans. The Midrash says that on that day Esav, among other things, also committed murder, denied G-d’s existence, denied the resurrection, and belittled the birthright. Why does the Torah...
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Velda M. posted an article on Gaea's - Oct 31, 2010, 9:00 pm
According to COLORSTROLOGY, the month of November is characterised by the color, Claret Red, (17-1740). Key description: Intense, Passionate, Transforming Intense and passionate, this color inspires depth, strength and love. People born during this month can see beyond the mundane and into the he...
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Velda M. posted an article on Gaea's - Oct 26, 2010, 8:00 pm
Parshat Chaye Sarah records two major transactions, which begs us to wonder about their connection. The Parsha starts with Avraham insisting on paying for his plot of land in which to bury his wife. After much negotiating, Efron agrees to accept payment for the plot. The Parsha then goes into even g...
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Velda M. posted an article on Gaea's - Oct 19, 2010, 3:14 pm
As Parshat Vayeira clearly demonstrates, one of Avraham’s most beautiful qualities was his kindness to others. This is demonstrated when his three guests came to visit: Almost everything was done with excitement, enthusiasm, and in excess, solely for the benefit of his guests. The only exception w...
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Velda M. posted an article on Gaea's - Oct 12, 2010, 3:11 pm
We are introduced to Avraham in this Parsha. In this and the next Parsha, Avraham goes through his Ten Tests. Initially, when G-d tells Avraham to leave his birthplace, he goes to the land of Canaan. In chapter 12, verse 6, we are told: “And Avraham passed into the land, until the place of Shechem...
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Velda M. posted an article on Gaea's - Oct 11, 2010, 10:00 pm
Society Background Freemasons Inspired by the Temple of Soloman, the square and compass of the regalia being the tool of the masons (builders) of that temple, the first Great Lodge of England was founded in 1717. In the 18th century, their progressive ideas led to condemnation by the Catholic Church...
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Velda M. posted an article on Gaea's - Oct 9, 2010, 10:00 pm
Naturopaths use various types of detox to restore balance to the body. The table below summarises the most common detox’s: Detox Type Description Water fasting A detox where only water is consumed (no food). It can be used to treat certain health conditions and also for weight loss. However, afte...
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Velda M. posted an article on Gaea's - Oct 7, 2010, 10:00 pm
Mindfulness can be described as meditation pared of any spiritual connotations. At its most basic, it simply involves stopping and becoming thoroughly aware of the sensations of the moment as often as possible, gently letting go of any stray worries or thoughts that may cross the mind. The practice...
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Velda M. posted an article on Gaea's - Oct 6, 2010, 3:09 pm
The Torah introduces the episode of the building of the Tower of Bavel with a description of the building materials which were used. Rashi comments that since Bavel was a plain, having no mountains and rocks, the inhabitants of the area were forced to manufacture their own bricks. Of what significan...
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Velda M. posted an article on Gaea's - Oct 5, 2010, 10:00 pm
Numbers have acquired mystical significance, the table below is intended to provide a brief introduction to the numbers 1 – 9: Number Planet Associations 1 Sun beginnings; creation; pure energy; positivity; solo endeavour; will; action; unity; the phallus (masculinity); power 2 Moon balance; dual...
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Velda M. posted an article on Gaea's - Oct 3, 2010, 10:00 pm
Purify water by dropping the crystal into a jug of water and leaving it overnight Extend the life of cut flowers by adding it to the water in a vase Keep fruit fresh for longer by placing it in your fruit bowl Speed up the growth of seeds by placing it near your seed tray Counteract the negative eff...
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Velda M. posted an article on Gaea's - Oct 1, 2010, 10:00 pm
Evelyn Underhill (1875 – 1941) was an Anglo-Catholic mystic who had her first spiritual encounter as a child. She described them as “abrupt experiences of the peaceful, undifferentiated plane of reality”. She wrote extensively on the subject and, in her 1955 book Mysticism, defined the five ps...
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Velda M. posted an article on Gaea's - Sep 30, 2010, 9:00 pm
According to COLORSTROLOGY, the month of October is characterised by the color, Cerulean, (15-4020). Key words: Peaceful, Poised, Balanced Calm and soothing, Cerulean signifies love, beauty and balance. Cerulean embodies the essence of peace and serenity while inspiring us to be strong and to tak...
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Velda M. posted an article on Gaea's - Sep 29, 2010, 10:00 pm
Each mythology has its own beliefs about the origin of humanity. Some creation myths describe a process of trail and error. In others, the first people came from Mother Earth or from plants (for example, as seeds). Norse/Germanic: Frost-giants (born of a primeval giant, Ymir) existed before the god...
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Velda M. posted an article on Gaea's - Sep 29, 2010, 6:55 am
The notion of a bygone age where people lived happier lives goes back at least as far as the 7th century BCE during which time the Greek poet Hesiod presented a view of the successive ages of humankind, in his Words and Days, culminating in Hesiod’s own time, the Age of Iron. Golden Age: Under th...
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Velda M. posted an article on Gaea's - Aug 31, 2010, 9:00 pm
According to COLORSTROLOGY, the month of September is characterised by the color, Baja Blue, (Pantone 18-3946). Key Words: Divine, Discerning, Artistic This is a divine and alluring color that resonates with beauty, purity and wisdom. Mercury and then Venus move through the heavens during the mon...
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Velda M. posted an article on Gaea's - Aug 1, 2010, 8:30 pm
“Suffering forces us to change. We don’t like change and most of the time we fear it and fight it. We like to remain in emotionally familiar places even though sometimes those places are not healthy for us. On occasion, the suffering is so great that we have to give it up. We surrender the old ...
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Velda M. posted an article on Gaea's - Jul 31, 2010, 9:00 pm
According to COLORSTROLOGY, the month of August is characterised by the color, Sun Orange, (Pantone 16-1257). Key words: Regal, Inspiring, Powerful Grand and royal, this is a color that resonates with power and greatness. Gold signifies both spiritual and material wealth. The sun moves through th...
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Velda M. posted an article on Gaea's - Jul 17, 2010, 3:17 pm
I was clearing out some notes and found the following technique typed up with the name “Wendy Metcalf” below the notes. I attended a breathing class about a year ago, Wendy was our teacher. I thought I’d share it with you today. Sit comfortably with a straight back, hands in your lap. Close y...
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Velda M. posted an article on Gaea's - Jun 30, 2010, 8:30 pm
According to COLORSTROLOGY, the month of July is characterised by the color, Coral Blush, (Pantone 14-1909). Key words: Soothing, Receptive, Nurturing Gentle and soothing, Coral Blush inspires love and receptivity. The moon rules the skies during the month of July and just as the moon goes throug...
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Velda M. posted an article on Gaea's - Jun 29, 2010, 9:00 pm
COLORSTROLOGY – WHAT YOUR BIRTHDAY COLOR SAYS ABOUT YOU by Michele Bernhardt Love is very important to you and you can be very devoted to your mate, family, friends or profession. Once you put your mind to something, you tend to go all the way. You have a regal manner and like attention and d...
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Velda M. posted an article on Gaea's - Jun 28, 2010, 9:00 pm
COLORSTROLOGY – WHAT YOUR BIRTHDAY COLOR SAYS ABOUT YOU by Michele Bernhardt Quick and articulate, you are known for your sense of humor. Friends enjoy your company and miss you when you are not about. You keep a lot of what you feel to yourself and enjoy a private life that few people will e...
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Velda M. posted an article on Gaea's - Jun 27, 2010, 9:00 pm
COLORSTROLOGY – WHAT YOUR BIRTHDAY COLOR SAYS ABOUT YOU by Michele Bernhardt You have the ability to lead and inspire others just by being true to yourself. Your natural grace and dignity enable you to resonate with the higher stratospheres of life. You are independent and keep a lot of your ...
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Velda M. posted an article on Gaea's - Jun 27, 2010, 8:30 pm
I’m starting to think that I need to change the heading of these weekly posts to something other than Monday Motivation because I always seem to write something that doesn’t quite fit the motivational category. Anyway, this week’s post is intended to help you write better and more achievable ...
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