Signs

Ariana Durling 8/11/2025

My spiritual journey is always moving forward. And I can say that I feel like I am on the right path.  I found a good group of resource people and have been taking classes and going on retreats that are aligned with the  values I want to emulate.   One thing I have been told is to meditate more often, longer and deeper. But as we do as humans I was feeling a bit unsure and questioning my steps.

As I have done often, I found myself meditating while sitting outside on my patio. I love meditating outside and oftentimes I find I feel a better connection to myself, to Spirit, to Mother Earth herself while I meditate in nature. The breeze, the sunshine, the scents of grasses and flowers, the birds and insects as they sing and buzz, the feel of dirt or grass on my feet all summon me to be present in the moment and just be.

Today I initially was sitting close to a birdbath, waiting on the birds to come and enjoy the fresh water I had provided. After a bit I was feeling a bit saddened as I realized  the summer has progressed, and many birds are already out of my yard, moving with young getting ready to travel or merely in the fields teaching the youngsters how to find meals.  So as the birdbath remained like a sheet of glass, still and serene, I went into a long and peaceful meditation.  

After I was done, I voiced my gratitude to Spirit for such a wonderful connection and as I looked towards the birdbath I saw one lone feather.  It hadn’t been there prior to my meditation, and I had not felt the interruption of wings flapping. I knew that this was the sign I had asked for as I had set my intention.  The validation I needed. Thank you again Spirit. Yes, I am on the right road. I am choosing what I need.  The signs keep telling me such. I remind myself to pay attention.  Listen. Watch. See. Feel.  

I know that not everyone will understand my journey, but that is just fine. They don’t need to understand. This is my journey.  I give no rationales. I give no explanations.  At least not today. I feel my peace as it grows within me.  I know that I needed to see that lone feather today.  I have had many such signs in my life over the years, but this one was special.  I am not totally sure just why yet, but it is on the horizon.  And for this I am blessed.

Be open to the signs around you.  Look, listen, feel with an open heart.  You’ll be glad you did.