Wednesday, April 18, 2012 - Grief and Hope; Our Search for Serenity

Saying goodbye to someone we love is never easy.  Swept away; a vortex of sadness and grief leaves us numb; seeking answers.  Anger, fear, sadness, confusion, despair, trauma, grief, compassion, helplessness and acceptance all have their place, as we desperately search for serenity.

Afraid to Die

by Dr. Ann M. Ragobar

My days are numbered; this I know for sure.

The pain within my body is teeth-grinding.

There is no medication that can relieve the pain within my heart;

Afraid to die.

My days are spent in deep reflection.

I think upon the life that I have lived.

I think upon the afterlife of which I know nothing;

Afraid to die.

I was taught that there's a hell.

I was taught that there is nothing beyond this life.

I was taught that God punishes badness.

Before I take my last breath, can someone please, please tell me

If there is life beyond this one?

I am so afraid to die.

I reflect upon my family.

What happens to my house? What happens to my car?

We've worked hard for what we've had.

I did not plan with death in mind.

I did not make a will.

My eyes will close for the last time.

I worry about that family of mine.

I was always their rock.   I was always their strength.

Who will see them through this very sad time?

Can someone please, spare me some time?

I am afraid to die.

 "These are some of the thoughts people experience during their last stages of life," reflects  Dr. Ann M. Ragobar, MBA, BSc. Ph.D., Minister, Lecturer and Author, knowing firsthand what it means to lose a loved one.  "Four years ago I lost my husband; soulmate to cancer.  It was difficult to go through this process.  I was searching for information, yet there was never anything right at my fingertips."

Married for 18 years, Ann speaks of her wonderful life shared with Wayne.  "We did everything together; laundry; grocery shopping.  Never sick a day in his life, he was diagnosed in January, and gone in March.  My life did a complete 180 degree spin.  I'd taken a week off work. Returning to my corporate job monday morning, I was fired for being away.  It was a blessing.  It put me on the road to what I'm doing now; helping others with this process.  If I can alleviate one ounce of fear that families and their loved ones undergo, my soul purpose will be accomplished."

Never Alone

by Dr. Ann M. Rogabar

At times we feel the loneliness.  At times we feel sad.

At times we think that no one cares.  We are never alone.

At night when darkness surrounds us; at night when sleep is thus denied; we are never alone.

Our ever-present friends are our angels and our guides.

They quell our fears.  They soothe our restless soul.

Their presence can be felt in various ways.  We are never alone.

Our angels and our guides walk with us, each and every day.

They help us in every way.

They guide our thoughts.  They guide our steps.

They teach us life-lessons.  They keep us safe from harm.

We are never alone.

So when darkness falls and the night surrounds us,

our angels and our guides will abide with us, if only for a while.

They will even sing us a lullaby if we would only ask.

May we always remember that we are never alone.

May we always be thankful to our angels and our guides.

For they will make sure that we will not face life and its challenges alone.

"That was one of the messages Wayne drummed into my head before passing," recalls Ann.  "He said, 'No matter what Ann, you will never be alone.'  I understood we have our guides and our angels.  Yet they're not exactly phsycially here to get a hug from.  The physicality is what we, as human beings, miss when the person passes on."

Pets, Ann tells us, share our expressions of grief.  "I didn't realize this until my husband passed away.  Our cat would just sit there, motionless.  I had someone come to fix the computer, sitting at the same desk Wayne would have sat at.  Hearing the gentleman's voice and mistaking him for Wayne, Ferbie ran to the desk.  It was heartbreaking.  Pets also go through the process.  They feel it the same way we do." 

"Pets cross over to spirit form; similar to that of humans", concedes Ann.  "I have seen them.  Our pets, on the other side, are most often with loved ones; a grandmother or great-grandmother.  They are usually all together."

To many, pets are like children, yet nothing compares to the loss of a child.  "It's perfectly acceptable to grieve that loss. That parent has lost a part of themselves.  Their heart is breaking.  They need to be able to vocalize; talk about the little one and their dreams for them.  After two months, no one should judge, saying 'It's time to get over it.'  Everybody goes through this process at their own pace; in their own time.  Much patience is involved in helping loved ones through the process of losing someone; particularily a child."

Children need help coming to terms with the death of a parent.  "If you are the person speaking to the child, make sure your emotions are in check.  Be fully engaged with the child; very plain and simple in explaining what is happening to mom or dad.  Let the child know their feelings, like everyone's, will be taken into account.  Ask if they have any input.  Maybe they'd like to say some words at the funeral?  Maybe there's a special song they'd like played?  Take all their thoughts and whatever concerns they may have into consideration."

"Open communication is vital.  If there's a riff in the family, please don't wait until someone's at the end of their life for that rift to end.  There is not always opportunity to say to the person (to their face, while they're still breathing), 'I'm so sorry, please forgive me.'  Every case is different.  I encourage the families to talk to their loved one; say everything they need to say.  As long as the patient is of sound mind, their input is necessary.  Come together on a common ground."

Meditation is Ann's first step in helping someone cross over.  "I meditate before entering the room.  With my right hand I make a physical, energy connection by holding their hand or touching them in some way.  With my left hand raised to the higher power; the divine source, I connect with the patient's higher self and guides to make that transition a little bit easier."

"Never give up, and never say 'die'."



"Not too long ago, I heard of a woman in England who was in palliative care; diagnosed with cancer.  She had hours to live.  Gathered around, the family heard the doctor say 'It's time to say goodbye.'  This lady is still alive today.  She had a miracle.  All of her cancer is gone from her body.  Until they draw their last breath, anything is possible." 

"There are a lot of miracles out there...just waiting to happen!"

Serenity of Hope is dedicated to the patient as well as family caregivers, providing them the emotional and spiritual support that is necessary when dealing with advanced illness, death and bereavement.

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Wednesday, April 11, 2012 - SCENT From Heaven - Herbal Remedies for Natural Healing

When you think of "Herbal Essences", you may recall the popular 1972 Herbal Essence Shampoo.  Herbs may harvest a lustrious growth of hair, yet they offer so much more! 

"Herbalism is an alternate medicine consisting of plants (you can grow in your garden), trees, bark, leaves, bushes, flowers, stems, roots, nuts and seeds," educates Jennifer Poutruff, Homeopathic Physician and Clinical Herbalist.  "Herbology stimulates the body to heal itself.  Using a remedy to strengthen the body allows your body to naturally work on its own, without the use of synthetic chemicals."

Predating human existance, these organic properties cured ailments throughout history.  "Herbal essences started by people observing animals in the area; checking to see what plants they used for different issues.  They created a collection of herbs for various ailments.  This lead to the Doctrine of Signatures; the plant helping the associated body part.  For example, Lungwart  and Mullein (see Verbascum sinuatum below) represent the lungs; Wormwood (the leaves look like little worms) dispells worms."

"Marigold can be used for skin issues and stomach ulcers; typically for healing wounds.  For a cut I make an ointment or compress.  A quarter teaspoon of Bee Pollen, high in vitamins and minerals, can be taken daily.  Chamomile smells nice and is great for the stomach.  Lavender is soothing and can be taken as a tea to calm nerves."

"If someone is allergic to ragweed," warns Jennifer, "They'll have a reaction to chamomile or echinacea; being from the ragweed family.  If on medication, an herb may interact negatively.  This is why you need a qualified Herbalist." 

"Herbalists work holistically," explains Jennifer.  "We're not just going to deal with symptoms.  Looking at the whole individual, we strengthen the body so it may heal itself.   Western Herbalists; we tend to use herbs we have access to on a daily basis; anything you can grow here; lemon balm, rosemary, peppermint, dandelion, echinacea (see Echinacea purpurea 'Maxima' below).

"Years spent checking to see what herbs work well with particular systems and aiments, Herbalists go with what we've learnt through training.  We also use intuition.  When forming a "blend" for someone, I'll go with my gut feeling as to what I want to use; cross-referencing to ensure it doesn't interact with any medication.  Chinese Herbalists also use different herbs that accompany various body systems and ailments.  In addtion, they incorporate Ying and Yang, hot and cold, dry and wet; using the herbs to balance those systems.  It's a different philosophy." 

Not all herb types are created equal.  "You want to make sure you're getting your herbs from a reputable supplier," Jenn tells us.  "If they're wildcrafting, the herbs aren't grown organically.  You want to ensure the supplier gives back what they take from the earth.  For safety, note where they're coming from.  Are there really good regulations in place?"  In regards to Green Tea, Jennifer agrees it's known for weight loss and speeding up the metabolism, yet concedes if acquired from the wrong location, it could leave a really bad taste in your mouth.

"It depends on the formula.  Using Valerian; a very strong taste and horrible smell, we'll flavour the tea with something, counteracting that taste.  Choosing flavourful herbs you want in your formula, like peppermint and lemon balm, ultimately changes the taste.  Flavouring a syrup I'll add vanilla, lemon or orange extract to give it a better taste."

"Individualizing formulas is necessary," shares Jennifer.  "Everybody is different.  If someone is pregnant, there are certain herbs they need to refrain from.  Raspberry leaves can be taken prior to and throughout pregnancy.  Blue cohosh and black cohosh can be taken 4 weeks before due date; preparing the body.  Do not take sooner as it can induce labour.  For thyroid issues, you want to stay away from herbs which stimulate the thyroid; adding to the effects of the person's meds.  Ensuring you have a qualified herbalist to work with, you can determine which formula is best for you."

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Wednesday, April 4, 2012 - Iridology - Iris Recognition for Systemic Health

Iridology, aka Iridiagnosis, is a holistic approach to examining a patient's systemic health.  Returning guest Alex Gellman, PhD., shares valuable insights on preventative care,  maximized vitality and overall well-being.

"Scientific, holistic and spiritual, Iridology is an assessment tool," Alex tells us.  "It reflects the condition of your kidneys, back, neck and eyes.  It tells you hereditary patterns of your genetics.  For adopted children, it can show 'unwanted pregnancy'.  It can also display the severity of that pregnancy.  It shows significant stresses on the mother when she was pregnant.  It also tells a great deal about the parents, grandparents and great grandparents.  There is much value in that."

"Dr. Ignatz Von Peczley, a young Hungarian doctor, discovered Iridology in 1861.  Finding an owl with a broken wing, Dr. Peczley took her home to nurse back to health.  In doing so, he noticed the disappearance of the black marking in her eye.  Quite mystified by this, he kept intricate records of all his patient's symptoms, throughout his life."

"Many years later Dr. Peczley went to a conference in Milan where he met Dr. Gustav. They both were following the same markings and charts.  Today we utilize the same chart, only in more detail."

"The father of modern Iridology was Bernard Jensen.  Another gentleman, Denny Ray Johnson thought 'Iridology is great, but there's something wrong here.  These people are too obsessed with the physical.  There is more to life than the physical world.'  Denny, believing the eye revealed emotion, spirit and mind, created a new system." 

"Looking at your eyes, you see a blueprint for your life.  You can see your chakras, feelings, emotional gifts you were born with, personality, blockages, family relationships,  and the physical state of all body organs." 

"Iridology is read like a map. Colours reflect the complexity and intensity of the problem.   White and yellow are warnings.  Green and orange; the condition is becoming more acute.  Each case is unique depending on the marking; red, brown and black being more chronic.  Markings (at different points ) shaped like diamonds, circles, dots, petals, jewels (specs on the eye) clarify a problem in a corresponding organ."

"Denny Ray Johnson also created the "four personalities".  We have the 'humanitarian'; devoting their lives to helping others. Often the humanitarian will not look after themselves.  In their quest to be there for others, they neglect themselves.  It's not a healthy way to live.   The next category is 'creative'; all about creativity; very visual.  Living in the moment, creatives don't respond well to timelines.  They're not as analytical and detailed as they could be.  'Analytical' are all about detail, focus and realizing goals.  They have strong leadership qualities.   The last one is a 'catalyst'.  This is a person who motivates others.  They never stop; always going.  They need to learn moderation."

"This particular eye is a combination of all the above," declares Alex.  "Whenever you see those big dots called 'jewels', that indicates strong leadership, and genius in the person's intellectual capacity.  They have some creativity, a little bit of catalyst and a little bit of humanitarian.  In their personality style, this person is very well rounded; analytical being the dominant peronality trait."

"The big rust-coloured dot near the pupil shows a significant chronic problem with the uterus (for a woman) or prostrate (for a man).  The little lines at nine o'clock show the father's nurturing qualities were poor.  Right below that, at approximately eight o'clock, we see a tiny little orange line representing the gallbladder.  The brown marking beside it is the liver.  The yellow/orange above the pupil are signs of digestive problems, system acidity, candida, and yeast infestation."   

"The enzymes in the body are not being produced; compromising digestion.  That tiny, thin line at the top edge, warns circulation is starting to close down.  There is a tremendous amount of inflamation in the body.  This person suffers from allergies; the white food groups; wheat, sugar, milk, dairy, white rice and potatoes.  Significant markings at three o'clock reveal warnings concerning the thyroid or throat in general.  Information from analysis is very indepth."

A window to the soul, Iridology alerts us to potential illness or disease prior to clinical evidence.   Life is a journey; we are the travellers.  Tapping into hidden talents; positive strengths and even weaknesses, Iridology is an actuality tool for life's emergency kit.  Don't leave home without it.

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Wednesday, March 28, 2012 - Spirit Portraits - See Your Spirit Guides

Tuning in, Dale Kelloway, pastels in hand, captures the wondrous beauty of spirit guides and guardian angels.  "We have many guides around us," shares Dale.  "I get impressions; feelings.  I start seeing things.  It all comes out on paper.  It makes lovely, soft, blendable portraits."

A teacher at Mohawk College for 21 years, Dale attributes her inner journey to Edgar Allan Poe's, "The Raven".  After reading the poem, Dale went for a walk, only to discover a student (who had set up a still life) with Edgar Allan Poe's book.  Arriving home, Dale turned on the television to The Raven.  "It didn't matter what I did; if I opened a map, went down a street, down a highway, saw a t-shirt, all signage said 'Raven'."

"It frightened and overwhelmed me," recalled Dale.  "Every day that month I saw a raven.  I phoned a lady in Ohsweken who said I shouldn't be frightened.  'Although caucasion people believe ravens to be evil; predicting death, they are the colours of the rainbow.  The ancestors are trying to get in touch with you; get your attention.  Until you understand what they're after, they won't quit.'"

"I've always been interested in the paranormal," confesses Dale.  "Paying more attention to what was going on around me; to the signs, is what started me on this path."

"People want to see what their guides look like.  You can't demand a certain guide to come forward.  Chief Whitefeather is a Toltec.  The lady who contacted me to do his portrait was expecting a North American Native spirit guide.  She had gone to the library to research him.  I knew she'd be surprised by Chief Whitefeather's appearance.  I called to let her know he was ready.  I waited for her to pick him up.  We connected after her trip to Prince Edward Island.  I waited again, but she never came.  After a while I heard she'd passed away.  So I thought, 'I guess he's mine.'  I think he's marvelous." 

Do spirit guides want us to see them?  Channeling loving messages with every portrait, Dale creates a personalized CD reading for her clients.  Written on every CD is the answer to this question.  "This image is your guide on the other side; waiting to be acknowledged and recognized.  These souls are prepared (when asked in meditation for help) to be guides and helpers through difficulties that lay in your path in life."

"People become very attached to their guides," Dale tells us.  "Guides can be relatives.  Many people say they see a family likeness.  Your spirit guide, I believe, stands behind your right shoulder.  I say to people, 'When you want your guide to be with you, ask them to step forward and be with you.'  For example, If you were uncomfortable asking your boss for a raise, how powerful would you feel having a Roman Soldier standing beside you?  They come through because they're energy; we're energy."

"I went the Spiritualist's Church one night," says Dale, discussing the above portrait.  "I asked her to come forward to have her portrait done.  In her hair on the left side is wheat.  Wheat, according to the 'Seven Years of Plenty' in the Bible, stands for abundance.   Woven into her braid is black horse hair; which represents 'travel'.  In respect to my life, she represents abundance and travel."  Symbolism is another way our guides communicate with us.  Sensations we feel also signify we are not alone.

"Cold shivers, hair standing on end, a touch of a hand on my face, and the feeling of sand running through my hair, are all signs that my angels are nearby," shares Dale.  "I believe if you ask them for help, angels will help you.  We always have free will.  Angels and guides help you, but will never tell you what to do.  The first angel I drew, I knew she'd have wings, yet I painted the hands in.  I knew she had flowers for me, so I had to take the hands out and replace them with a bouquet of flowers.  There's also a long key hanging; a key to open things."

Listening to our guides and angels unlocks endless possibilities.  Dale Kelloway knows, seeing isn't believing...believing is seeing.   There are angels on our shoulders, waiting to light the way.

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Wednesday, March 21, 2012 - The Age of Aquarius

"This is the dawning of the Age of Aquarius."  One can almost hear the HAIR cast singing in the foreground.  We sing the song, tap our toes, and hum along.  Do we contemplate it's meaning?

"We're on the threshold of moving toward the Age of Aquarius," reveals Alison Price, Professional Astrologer at Starzology.  "Raising consciousness globally; broadening our spirituality in itself is very much a part of the Age of Aquarius.  This imperative starts every 2000 years.  Coming out of the Age of Pisces, this age is about humanity. What is valuable; what isn't?"  

Religion, Alison reflects, is significant.  Defining this new cycle as a spiritual age, Alison notes changes in people's beliefs.  Which Gods should they honor?

"The Age of Pisces, in the Precession of the Equinoxes, is a period extending from about 200 B.C.  Christianity raised up with Islam and Buddhism.  Main religions followed.  Now, at the dawn of the Age of Aquarius, we find people seeking alternative solutions to believing in something greater."

"There's no exact day you can say the Age of Pisces has ended, and the Age of Aquarius is moving in,"  imparts Alison.  "The Precession of the Equinox goes through the constellation.  Therefore if Aquarius is slightly wider than Pisces, it may not be 2000 years.  It may be 2600 years between cycles."  The Astrological Age, proceeding in the opposite direction to the sun signs, (the first sign being Aries, ending with Pisces), aka retrograde,  the Age of Pisces precedes the Age of Aquarius.

"Going back further to the Age of Leo, 8,000 - 10,000 BC," Alison says, "We're at the end of the last Ice Age.  The fiery Leo melted the ice.  This was a period in history when man learnt to control fire.  This changed the way they lived.  They could cook the animals they killed, warm themselves, and hopefully survive through more winters."

"Looking forward from 8000 BC to 6000 BC, we have the Age of Cancer.  Cancer is the sign pertaining to home, family, protection and preservation.  This is the time when people of Earth prayed to a Mother Goddess.  They believed.  They realized how the moon worked through the cycles.  It's the first time settlements were created.  People started banding together; having a home.  Pottery was discovered.  They created bowls to carry water from the stream; milk from the cow."

"This is how we've progressed.  The Age of Aquarius hasn't appeared out of nowhere.  It may have come into our consciousness.  It's part of our history.  When you look back, you can see the reflection in the astrology of the 'time' as well.  The different ages are, give or take 2000 years apart."

"Three weeks ago the sun was moving through Pisces. If you're not a watery sign you're going to find that could hold you back a little bit.  Yesterday, the sun moved through Aries. Suddenly the vigor, action and drive are back. Let's get out there an do things!"

"Many people believe  the invention of electricity spawned the Age of Aquarius" notes Alison, surmising the modern human couldn't exist 300 years ago.  "Electricity changed how humans lived on the earth.  Suddenly, people with candles or gas lamps can light their homes, protect their families; cook their food.  Life gets better; health improves.  In our modern day we have computers, BlogTV, cell phones and all these electronics.  This was the first inkling, from how people lived before, there was a change coming."

"This is why the Age of Aquarius is so interesting.  It's new; it's how we're living.  We're living in skyscrapers.  We couldn't have accomplished that without electricity.  All modern inventions are a creation derived from the Age of Aquarius.  People are becoming more spiritual, with more acceptance of messages coming in from people who have crossed over.  In the previous 2000 years it was strong religion; strong faith.  You had to be part of that.  It was the belief of the world at the time."

"You need to know what you want in life," reflects Alison.  "If you focus on achieving your goals; 'I'm looking for satisfaction in these areas', not just randomly saying, 'I wish my life was better', then you can move forward.  Serendipity comes into play.  Things will come to you that meet your goals."

"Tolerance, in the Age of Aquarius, allows us to be more accepting of others," concludes Alison.  "We live in a culturally diverse society.  Ultimately there will be a Global understanding of people; a freedom; different beliefs.  We need to embrace what's coming.  We're living in the Age of Aquarius.  It will serve you well; each individual to be tolerant; be accepting; live peacefully. It's raising consciousness; making more people aware of the spiritual realm.  It's something that's gradual.  It's a shift in consciousness."

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Wednesday, March 14, 2012 - Palmistry - Heavenly Influences in the Palm of Your Hand!

What is it about the word "Palmistry" that induces visions of little old gypsy ladies with wild, frizzy curls, shawls askew, hovered over a crystal ball?  Beyond the brightly coloured canopy tent you hear the glockenspiel's notes, frantic to be heard above the midway mayhem.  Be honest, you hear it, don't you?  Yet in respect to Frederiques Herel, her curly, wind-swept hair blowing in the breeze, the similarities stop there.

"Some people are exellent at predicting the future," acknowledges Frederique.  "I choose not to do that.  I can be so much more useful somewhere else.  Your hands show what is happening at a specific time.  I don't predict the 'event' or 'result' you're going to get.  You can always decide not to do something.  That's free will.  You can change your future.  I can see if you are using what you've been given."

Analyzing hands and giving palmistry-based counselling since 1989, Frederique is truly a breath of fresh air.   "Palmistry is like an onion," she tells us.  "In peeling one layer of the onion you can see so many things.  It gives you knowledge you can apply right away." 

"Palmistry is the study of the hands; not only the palms," shares Frederique.  "It's the lines, the mounts, the fingers, fingernails, and sometimes the back of the hand, including the wrist."  Originating in India over 4,000 years ago, Palmistry is an Art and a Science.

"It's something you can reproduce again and again.  With any skill you have, you must use your intutition.  The way you put things together reflects your experience.  To master Palmistry is difficult."  After 22 years and many onions later, Frederique conjects there is still much to learn.

Losing her brother and father within 3-months of each other, Frederique strived to fill the void they left behind.  "I decided to study Palmistry," she recalls.  "This increased my knowledge on life and what it is all about."  Frederique studied and studied; never looking back.

Your palm, aka Blueprint for Life is essentially a mirror to your soul.  Eager to see what their souls had to say, some of our most loyal viewers dropped by for a little hand-inking prior to our show.  As you can see, I was one of them!

Police officers and forensic scientists historically placed a suspect's hand on a fingerprint ink pad.  Although utilizing the same ink, Frederique prefers a roller technique, guaranteed to leave your hands black and sticky!  Comparative to kindergarten finger-painting, this experience was most fun, giving the adults a chance to connect with their inner child. "Look ma, no hands!"

"Rolling the ink on your hands makes them very black," outlines Frederique.  "We take the prints.  There are lots of little lines that show better on a print.  When the ink is put on your hand, how much of it is going to show on the print?  Is it going to be straight or go all around?  Are your fingers going to be spread apart or close?  All this will tell me something during the reading.  Hand prints are like an instant picture, taking a shot in time, reflecting what's happening in your life.  I keep a set of prints.  Should you return in 5 years time, we can compare.  Hands do change."

"When pressing the hand, the hand is relaxed in a natural position," continues Frederique.  "This is very significant."  Keeping the thumb and fingers open allows the lines to be easily analyzed.  The end result; a clean and clear impression.

Surmizing it's impossible to measure how indepth the information is at hand, Frederique assures us the messages brought to light are necessary at this moment in time.  "I find every reading is different depending on what the person is looking for.  Their angels brought them to me, to tell them one specific thing.  Suddenly I get a thought, and I tell the person what comes to mind.  They need to hear that.  If you do the reading with best intentions in mind, everything goes well.  When the reading is over, I'm walking on air."

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"Just as a pebble thrown into the water creates ripples, so our thoughts create similar effects on our palms."  Michael Scott's "De Philsiognomia", published in 1477.

Wedneday, March 7, 2012 - Crystal Skulls - Archaeologists' Most Enigmatic Artifacts

Crystal skulls, although in existence over 1500 years, were popularized by the movie Indian Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull.  Legend tells of a collection of 13 crystal skulls, gifted to humanity; harboring secrets pertaining to our creation, purpose and eventuality.  There is speculation aliens brought this information to the Mayans, who were astronomically very knowledgable.

"The myth suggests the orginal 13 skulls represent each planet of our solar system," says Carolyn McDermott, MHT, FNLP, gatekeeper and facilitator of crystal skull energy and knowledge.  "They are supposed to contain knowledge and wisdom about our destiny and ways for us to heal our planet and humanity.  When the time is right, all 13 skulls will be coming back together again, moving us forward into evolution." 

"There are tens of thousands of skulls all over the world.  They are carved in Brazil and China.  The Black Forest, Germany has wonderful artisans that carved for many, many years.  I don't know if they still carve or not.  Apparently, these skulls were quite beautiful."

"In regards to how many Ancients are out there; two have been classified as such," Carolyn tells us.  "One is Sha Na Ra, discovered in an archeological dig in Mexico; named after a Mexican Shaman. Sha Na Ra, was tested by the British Museum who found no contempary tools used in carving that skull.  The other skull classified as a true Ancient skull is Max, having no indication of tool marks from modern technology."  (Below:  Sha Na Na, whose present guardian is Michele Nocerino Jesse.)

"The Mitchell-Hedges skull and Synergy skull are also considered Ancient," informs Carolyn.  "The Mitchell-Hedges skull had some controversy around it.  I heard they found markings from modern technology."  Considered to be one of the most popularly aclaimed and enigmatic crystal artifacts, the beautifully carved Mitchell-Hedges skull was originally believed to be unearthed in 1924 by

British explorer F. A. Mitchell-Hedges' daughter Anna, during an expedition of the ancient Mayan ruins of Lubaantun, in the British Honduras.  This story, later determined by the British Museum (having in their possession documents that verified the skull was purchased at a London auction in 1943) to be fabricated.  Although the skull's origin remains undetermined, its detail suggests a completion derived from up to 300 years of man-hours.  (Below: Anna Mitchell-Hedges in 2005.
Anna Mitchell Hedges died on 4/11/07 at age 100.)

"To date, there are approximately four or five skulls considered Ancient," continues Carolyn.  "There is also a skull who's named Compassion and is apparently the skull of sacred feminine energy.  That skull is in the United States; as is the Mitchell-Hedges and Max (who also doesn't show any tool marks).  Many are in the States.  My thoughts are there are many Indigenous people who are holding many of the Ancients, using them in their sacred ceremonies; not revealing them until the time is right."

"I've been in the presence of the Mitchell-Hedges Skull, whose present guardian is Bill Homann; and Synergy, a spectacular skull whose guardian is Sherry Whitfield Merrell."  (See below.)

"We can't really say for sure where crystal skulls come from," surmises Carolyn.  "We don't have any cold hard proof.  We can speculate.  There are many, many gifted folks who channel information from the skulls, giving us a window into that mystery and mysticism.  The crystal skull draws so much emotion."

"Where is the best place to hide information?" asks Carolyn, expressing her thoughts (from a non-scientific approach) as to why these crystals were carved into skulls.  "You hide knowledge in your subconscious mind; your skull.  The conscious mind is responsible for short-term memory, will-power, rationalization and justification.  Inside, we hide all our wisdom, knowledge; everything that makes us so incredible. We always look externally to find answers to questions; outwards to find happiness and love.  We don't look inside at this giant wellspring of love, knowledge and wisdom.  We look everywhere else, but can't find it.  Carved into a crystal skull, nobody would look in the head.  It's the very place we don't think to look."

"The brain holds the mind; the mind holds everything.  The subconscious mind holds all the information from the conception of our souls.  Everything's stored; it's a massive computer," remarks Carolyn.  "Crystal skulls are store houses; transmitters storing information that take us places we'd never think to go.  They help us through life in a way that's constantly evolving." 

Many believe the Maya calendar's completion signifies the evolution of our planet.  With euphoric wonder, humanity anticipates the discovery of the remaining Ancient skulls and secrets therein.

Click here to view our interview with Carolyn McDermott.  (Video presently not available.)