Tarot and Oracle Readings with other Spiritual Matters by Barb Ward

Animal Oracle Readings for Vince & Morgan / Big Brother 27- 9/27/25

Posted on September 27, 2025October 1, 2025 by barbward

Spirit of the Animals Oracle by Jody Bergsma

This is a reading that I did for

Vince:

Middle card- Cat – Independent

You are a natural healer. Your intuition is strong. You don’t have to go with the crowd. Life supports you in every way.

Be you. Be different. Do you. Healer, heal thyself. Dig deep. What are you waiting for? Just do it.*

Top card- Bison-Abundance

Sacred Buffalo, cloak me in your wisdom. Keep my warm through the storms of life. Fill my life with goodness. Teach me the way of gratitude and prayer.

Believe that abundance is yours. All you have to do is ask for it, believe that it will come to you and let life flow. Be grateful.*

Bottom card- Owl- Magic

Choose to know the truth because you can. Open your inner vision. You can see through deception. Let the past go and make room for a better life. Rise up. Wisdom and magic are your birthright.

Remember the owl can turn it’s head all the way around . His perspective is in many views. He knows the way. He is wise. You are the magic that you need in life.*

Right card- Giraffe- Visionary

Rise above earthly matters. Glide through life with grace. You are able to see the right path. Stand TALL in your self-worth and love with a big heart.

Rise up. Stand Tall and proud. See with a greater perspective. Love yourself first and then extend that love to others.*

Left card- Raven- Shaman

You are the creator and magician. Use your gifts for good. There is power in your wisdom and words. Connect with the elemental spirits and glide through the world. Claim your place and keeper of the mysteries.

This is your epithany. The time is now. Stand up and claim your prize. You have great gifts to share with others.*

Morgan’s Animal Reading

First card- Lizard- Regeneration

As a survivor, you are unparralleled. No matter what happens you can adapt. Embrace your transformation. Put on your new cloak. You are the master of regeneration.

You have staying power. If you’re knocked down, you WILL rise up. Wherever you find yourself, there shall you be. Bold. Bodacious. Gracious.*

Second card- Bee- Community

You are a powerful creator. Your work blesses everything you touch. Be open to receiving sweetness.

You are the queen of abundance. Stake your claim. You found your King to the Kingdom. Join forces. You don’t always have to be tough. Try a little tenderness.*

Third card- Butterfly- Rebirth

You can re-invent yourself. Open to the rewards of change. You have brillance to share with the world. Love every part of your journey.

You are entering a big transion for yourself and for those that you love. Break out of that shell that surrounds you for protection. It’s your time to take flight.*

Fourth card- Dragonfly- Magic

I embrace my transformation. I courageously let go of the past. The magic of nature is in me. I am brilliant, and I am blessed.

Shine like a diamond, Morgan, and set yourself free. Show gratitude in all that comes your way.*

Fifth card- Sea Turtle- Protection

You are the master of finding life’s flow. Be in harmony with the rhythm and your path will unfold. Persevere and you will succeed. You have everything you need to be protected and happy.

Wow! Your favorite animal showed up. The turtle has been with you to guide you through your journey. You are well protected. Let go and let flow.*

When I first layed out these cards, I was amazed at the power and magic that they held. I am being told that there is such great power in numbers. Enjoy your journey and the powers that are inside each of you.

Many blessings.

Please know that all statements marked at the end with a * are my intuitive intrepretations.

Gannet Symbolism- 7/7/25

Posted on July 7, 2025July 7, 2025 by barbward

Northern gannets diving for fish, Shetland Islands, Scotland

I opened up my laptop to be greeted by this image on Bing. The size of this bird astounded me and got my attention. I did not know what bird this was so I went into research mode . This is what I found.

Next, I searched for it’s spiritual meaning. This is what I found:

Such a powerful bird! What a great message especially for everything going on in the world today including the U.S.A. This birds message is remain strong and resilient. Keep your relationships a priority. Be independent as much as you can but don’t forget to be contribute to your community in whatever way you can. Have courage to overcome challenges and obstacles in you life by taking a leap of faith. We belong to each other. Have faith that we will see the hard times and challenges through.

SOAR!!!!!! Don’t forget to pay attention to the animals that come into your life and gained your attention. They have an important message to give you.

visions- 5/30/25

Posted on May 30, 2025June 14, 2025 by barbward

This year has brought into my life visions when I have my eyes closed. They are like videos that present themself to me . So far, most of these are blurred in some way but I can make out enough of it to see them. A few of my most recent ones was a vision of the game Sorry. I could see this as clear as day. Now, I must mention, I never played this game but I do know of it. Another one was a baseball stadium and people were filling up the seats for the start of the game. I could see a reporter on the field interviewing a player but I also felt a sense of dread.

I’ve recently been introduced to remote viewing and I wonder if these are that type of psychic sense? I also had a lovely vision of a forest filled with big tall trees with various shades of leaves. I also saw sparks in the tall grass and realized that they were fairies. This I enjoyed very much and a sense of peacefullness came over me. This is not the first time that I’ve seen fairies in this setting and in this way.

I just wanted to share this as well.

Update: 6/7/25

I had two more visions since this post. One was being in church looking down at the floor as if I was sitting in a upper balcony. I could see some sort of event going on. Was it a wedding? Was it a funeral? Was it a religious ceremony? I couldn’t see but the church was crowded. The only thing that I could make out was a person in a light blue outfit.

The other vision just happened a few minutes ago. I was in a banquet hall durning a event looking down on it. All of sudden, something happened on the floor and people were circling a spot where som ething/ someone was laying on the floor. I had a strong sense that it was a medical emergency and people were giving first aid to someone.

Update- 6/14/25

A few days ago, a clear vision came to me of DT riding on a chariot and dressed in armor wearing a wreath on his head Julius Cesar style. He had a smile on his face. This vision, I believe is how DT envisions and dreams for himself with people yelling “Hail… ”

Dream of stampeding Horses – 5/25/25

Posted on May 30, 2025 by barbward

I had a dream a few nights ago about a wide open field , ranch style, and a home that was one floor , metal and looked just like a tempory office that they set up at construction sites. There were a few families including children living in it. As I was looking out the window, I saw a stampede of wild horses running in the direction of the home. The front door was open and a horse came running into it. I was afraid he was going to do damage to the home and I was also afraid for the children. Somehow, someone managed to get the horse to go out the back door. There was no damage done. I was temporarily relieved until I realized that the rest of the stampede came up to the now closed front door trying to get in. Again, there was fear. Would the horses be able to knock down the door?

It was a wild dream. I had some researching to do.

The spiritual meaning of horses and dreaming of them is: freedom, power, strength. It may also represent independence and wishing you had more control over your life. They can also represent passion and vitality.

quora.com

These are truly things that I would treasure and appreciate in my life but I wonder, too, if this was a dream about ICE and the capturing of immigrants. That’s why I was feeling such fear.

So, it goes. Horses are lovely but I wouldn’t want to run into a stampede of them.

Sea Lion Symbolism- 5/12/ 25

Posted on May 12, 2025 by barbward

California Sea Lion

I saw a funny video post this morning of a sea lion who wanders through a hotel outdoors and wandles to the swiming pool, flops in, swims to the other end, gets out and takes over a lounge chair currently occupied by a man. It really made me chuckle.

Any time an animal gets my attention, the first thing I do is look up the symbolism of it. I love the antics of the sea lion. What is it’s symbolism? Here is what I found:

“Sea Lion wisdom includes such things as creativity, protection during change, lucid dreaming, movement through emotions, and the inner voice. They are symbols of abundance.” from taniamarie.com

So it is.

Dream of extra Finger on hand- 5/12/25

Posted on May 12, 2025May 12, 2025 by barbward

Last night, I had a dream of growing an extra middle finger on my left hand. It’s the first time I ever had a dream quite like that. So, I did some research aka google it to find out what dreams on fingers mean.

Hmm? I’m fascinated but a bit leary of lucid dreaming. This was an interesting find. I do believe that I’ve had lucid dreams before but I think my uneasiness about it keeps me away from doing so. Also, they say that sometimes are body parts are distorted somewhat in dreams.

Well, this is true. I am often misunderstood. Many times. I’ve been labeled as dramatic. This has a negative connotation and one that I’ve always battled. I’m am an expressive person. I am theatrical in my expressions. It’s the frustated actor in me. I am, however, not dramatic and always seeking attention. There, I said

Now, this I found this interesting too. I didn’t know that each finger has a specific spiritual meaning. Now, I do. You learn something new every day and I love that.

The dream was quite bazaar. I could actually feel that extra finger growing in my dream. Well, here’s to working on expressing myself better and being more understood. I’ve been working on this for a long time now but I still struggle with it. I say a prayer to Archangel Gabriel most days to guide me in expressing myself effectively. He’s the Archangel for communication.

So it goes in dreamland. Just wanted to share.

Mourning Dove Peering into My Kitchen Window- 4/27/25

Posted on April 27, 2025 by barbward

Wow! So minutes ago, I , with my son, were looking at our kitchen window and a mourning Dove, in flight, was looking at us through the kitchen window. What a spectacular sight! ( this was the closest image I could find to what we saw.)

Symbolically, this bird can be associated with mourning and sorrow, but these birds can be viewed as both spiritual and hopeful. Mourning Doves , as well as Doves, are considered a universal symbol of peace.

When the mourning dove visits you, it gives a message of encouragement and hope.

Doves are widely recognized as symbols of peace, love and hope. They represent purity and spiritual guidance. Their gentle nature and soothing presence often make them a sign of comfort and reassurance.

I love the call of the mourning dove and I hear/ see them often in around my backyard and home. I will call back to them too. They always give me a sense of peace.

Here’s a picture that I took of a Mourning Dove on my neighbor’s awning.

Dolphin Symbolism – 4/27/25

Posted on April 27, 2025 by barbward

Super Pod of Dolphins in California Waters spotted

It was brough to my attention today in a social media post that a Super Pod of dolphin were seen in California along with super pods of Whales spotted in So. Africa. What an awesome sight! It was mentioned that it was a spiritual sign. More can be read about that.

So, let’s explore the spiritual message of Dolphins.

Dolphins are also considered representatives of peace and harmony. They are protectors.

From spiritanimal.info/dolphin-spirit-animal/

Look into this post for more fascinating information about the Dolphin.

With all of the chaos and disharmony in the world going on, it’s wonderful to come across news of signs and messages from nature that gives us hope.

Dream of a Black Squirrel 4/25/25

Posted on April 25, 2025 by barbward

My dream time is very rich at times. I brings things that I never knew about. Like the dream I had last night. I never knew that squirrels can be pitch black . Now, I do.

I had a dream that I was in an empty convention center of sorts. There were workers there who were cleaning up. In the corner, I saw an arcade game. It was one of those crane games where you move the crane to grab a prize. There were no toys in it but when I looked closer there was a black squirrel scurring around in it. I alerted one of the workers about the squirrel and when we approached the game, the squirrel got out, ran over to me, jumped on my shoulder and scratched me. I was freaking out and afraid that the squirrel may have poisoned me. EEK!!

So, I did research on this dream today. Black squirrels do exist. In some Native American cultures, a black squirrel is a symbol of good luck, prosperity and abundance. It has been found that black squirrels can be more agressive.

from : mindberg.org

All of this fits into my life style. I am a Caregiver/ Advocate for my youngest son who has multiple disabilities. I’ve been doing this for over 30 years and the stress is real. When I connect the dots of the dream, it all makes sense. I forget to play and have fun . I’m usually overwhelmed. This is a reminder to do so.