JOURNEY ALGARVE AND FATIMA, PORTUGAL
FROM APRIL 22 TO MAY 4, 2011
with Crystal Skulls and some Crystals etc. and especially Family.
We (daughter Jessica, grandson Diego and me Carla Harren) arrive in Lisbon (Lisboa) from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport on Friday, May 22. A very sunny afternoon and discovering the culture and energies of Portugal.
Whilst riding in the rented car we went over a Bridge
The 25th of April suspension bridge in Lisbon, Portugal is one of the world’s longest suspension bridges at 1.5 miles (2.2 kilometers) long. Built in 1966, its reddish-orange color makes it look like San Francisco’s Golden Gate Bridge. However, other than the color, it more closely resembles the San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge, and was constructed by the builders responsible for this “other” Bay area bridge. Ref. http://cruises.about.com
It felt like a movement was taking place inside myself. A journey of bridging the Old leaving behind the structures once held onto and making space for new insights,the New. The scenery around this area was very flourishing green and many mountains surrounding the area. We all were at awe and quietness filled our Being.
After a quiet night sleep we headed to Albufeira, Algarve, Portugal for our stay at Choromar Apartments on Saturday, May 23.
The two hour drive was fascinating such radiance of Mother Nature around us enticing growth and development of discoveries. We arrived at Albufeira with embracement of a space with Mother, Child, Grandmother and Grandson. The apartment on the fourth floor was very comfortable and clean overlooking the swimming pool down below. The Crystal Skulls and the Medicine Bag wished to be placed in the living room for our Inner and Outer Journey together.
We were very attracted to take a swim and had some great fun in the water. Well we certainly could relax and play together.
On Easter Sunday, May 24 we bathed in the Sun Reflections. Such warmth, strength and Joy filled our Being. Enjoying the sharing of Joy and Pleasure. No time space at the moment. We met many others especially people from England, Scotland and Ireland here. In the evening we went downstairs for the Karaoke. Pedro lead this evening with his radiating smile of Adventures.
We both (Jessica and Carla) decided to join in the fun of singing and dancing. Starting off with Aretha Franklin – Respect together than Jessica went on her own flow with 3 songs with a message like Single Ladies, Coincidence and I cannot remember the other song.
Later in the evening we went into meditation within the Transfiguration Chamber of the Children of the Sun Foundation. The Rose Quartz Crystal Skull wished to join in as well. A pulsating radiant Violet Flame generated the area along with a Rainbow Flow Coloring of Joy and Peace. Many Light Beings were present as One Happy Family.
On Easter Monday, May 25 the Crystal Skulls, Crystals and Medicine Bag were very excited to journey with us to Sagres. Here I felt many memories of Being here before.
S. Vincente Cape (signifying struggle and battles) along with a New Horizon
This cape is the southwestern most point in Portugal. It forms the southwestern end of the E9 European Coastal Path, which runs for 5000 km (3125 miles) to Narva-Jõesuu in Estonia. Approximately six kilometers from the village of Sagres, the cape is a landmark for a ship traveling to or from the Mediterranean. The cliffs rise nearly vertically from the Atlantic to a height of 75 meters. Cape St. Vincent was already sacred ground in Neolithic times, as standing menhirs in the neighborhood attest. The ancient Greeks called it Ophiussa (Land of Serpents), inhabited by the Oestriminis and dedicated here a temple to Heracles. The Romans called it Promontorium Sacrum (or Holy Promontory). They considered it a magical place where the sunset was much larger than anywhere else. They believed the sun sank here hissing into the ocean, marking the edge of their world.
According to legend, the name of this cape is linked to the story of a martyred fourth-century Iberian deacon St. Vincent whose body was brought ashore here. A shrine was erected over his grave; according to the Arab geographer Al-Idrisi, it was always guarded by ravens and is therefore named by him ????? ?????? “Kan?sah al-Ghur?b” (Church of the Raven). King Afonso Henriques (1139–1185) had the body of the saint exhumed in 1173 and brought it by ship to Lisbon, still accompanied by the ravens. This transfer of the relics is depicted on the coat of arms of Lisbon. The area around the cape was plundered several times by pirates from France and Holland and, in 1587, by Sir Francis Drake. All existing buildings—including the Vila do Infante of Henry the Navigator–fell into ruins because of the Lisbon earthquake of 1755. The Franciscan friars who cared for the shrine stayed on until 1834, when all monasteries were disbanded in Portugal. Reference http://en.wikipedia.org
Reading the above description it also was certainly related to the 11:11:11 Activation at Stanton Drew Stone Circle near Bristol, United Kingdom which is organized by Laura Pocket in cooperation with others see further www.sapphirebluedragon.co.uk.
It was here that I was attracted to a stand with Crystals as well. A Tibetan Jade Amulet called plus a Opalite Bracelet to join our Family of Crystalline Empowerment. That Evening we meditated with these Precious Beings with the vibration of Compassion.
Along this route we also visited Lagos and just before we arrived we visited an area with Caves. The Oneness of Light and Dark were very symbolic in this area.
The next day’s Tuesday, May 26 and Wednesday, May 27 were relaxing days of Sun, Water and Intimate communications with the three of us. It is wonderful to have the space to express your feelings and thoughts with each other. It gives release of old patterns and makes space for the new. The Children went to a special Slide Amusement Park on Tuesday and I went walking in the town of Albufeira enjoying the feelings and thoughts of this Culture.
On Thursday, May 28 in the afternoon one of the Crystal Skulls Clear Quartz “Elijah” wished to journey with us to Quartera an upgraded town with a Harbor of many Yachts etc. It was luxury all the way. Originally this was a fisherman’s village. On the way we saw many Orange Orchards with the Oranges fully in fruit hanging on the trees. What a grand site to see the splendor of Mother Earth’s fruits to her Children.
We had decided to make a boot trip with a Catamaran to caves and cliffs. A delightful memorial journey along fantastic beaches, cliffs and the Atlantic sea and its fishermen. The Crystal Skull “Elijah” wished to be very present during this sea journey with us.
Along the way the captain met a fisherman whom handed him some crab. The captain handed over a bottle of beer to the fisherman. One of them was a spider crab. Underneath is a photograph of this fabulous creature.
We arrived at the caves and went for a swim in the Atlantic Ocean. Very cold at this moment. On top of the cliff is one of the homes of Cliff Richard – a well known singer from England who resides here with an orchard. On a small rubber boat we went to visit the caves. This also felt very known to me and send some shivers through my spine. During the return journey onboard the boot the captain once more met the fisherman and handed over the cooked Crab and a bottle of wine. Wonderful to see the sharing together of these people.
On Friday, May 29 we went to the old beach area in Albufeira during the early evening. We walked on the beach where there are many precious sea shells. Grandson Diego placed his signature in the sand and I placed my feet into the Atlantic Ocean enjoying the waves coming in and going out.
On Saturday, April 30 and Sunday, May 1 the weather was a bit cloudy and rain dropped down off and on. We spend the days in the whirl pool and sauna at the Choromar and also for grandson Diego to watch the Soccer Matches on the television screen. On Sunday, May 1 we also for the last time visited the Karaoke with beautiful songs and dancing. Starting to pack our suitcases for the return journey to Lisbon on Tuesday.
We also went driving to another town as well. Here we found a friendly Skull in a window.
and many Orange Orchards.
On Monday, May 2 we soaked up the sun, water and joy of Being and went out for dinner and bowling together.
During this journey I meditated every evening for All Beings for the Highest Good. Many dreams passed by and release of old patterns and believes. The whole country of Portugal is very connected to the Catholic Church and symbolized all over. I was brought up as a Child in this Religion with its ceremonies and dialogues.
On Tuesday, May 3 – New Moon we journeyed back to Lisbon. Enjoying the scenery along the way. Daughter Jessica and Grandson Diego had plans to visit various attractions in Lisbon and I had made plans to visit Wim Minten of www.ana.com.pt in Fatima, Portugal. Fatima is a pilgrims town.
Fatima is a town located 142 km (88 miles) North of Lisbon. Fatima is one of the most important catholic shrines in the world dedicated to the Virgin Mary. Fatima’s Sanctuary welcomes millions of pilgrims and tourists from all over the world. Fatima’s fame is due to the Apparitions of Our Lady of the Rosary that appeared to three shepherd children; Lucia dos Santos and her two younger cousins, Francisco and Jacinta. Between May and October of 1917, the three children witnessed several apparitions. The last one, on October 13th, was confirmed by a miracle witnessed by 60,000 people known in the catholic world as “the day the sun danced”.
Our Lady of Fátima (Portuguese: Nossa Senhora de Fátima) (Portuguese pronunciation: [?fatim?]) is a title given to the Blessed Virgin Mary with respect to reported apparitions of her to three shepherd children at Fátima in Portugal on the 13th day of six consecutive months in 1917, starting on May 13. The three children were Lúcia Santos and her cousins, siblings Jacinta and Francisco Marto. The title of Our Lady of the Rosary is also sometimes used in reference to the same apparition (although it was first used in 1208 for the reported apparition in the church of Prouille), because the children related that the apparition specifically identified herself as the “Lady of the Rosary”. It is also common to see a combination of these titles, i.e. Our Lady of the Rosary of Fátima (Portuguese: Nossa Senhora do Rosário de Fátima). The events at Fatima gained particular fame due to their elements of prophecy and eschatology, particularly with regard to possible world war and the conversion of Russia.[1] The reported apparitions at Fatima were officially declared “worthy of belief” by the Catholic Church.
By coach from Sete Rios, Lisbon, Portugal I arrived in Fatima around 3 p.m. Upon arrival Wim was not at home and some neighbors assisted to track him via the telephone. Wim arrived very shortly with a friend from Fatima called Paolo and asked if I wished to travel with them to see a Hostel in Fatima that would maybe offer Wim a job there. After looking and feeling this Hostel Paolo suggested to go to a piece of land he owned in Fatima that he wished to cultivate as a Sacred Power Place for people. In the center of the land there was a water well. A powerful location for gatherings was what I felt here. Wim had already started to plant some seeds here of Tomatoes, Cabbage etc. for further use as well along with placing some huge Calcite Pieces on the land.
I invited Paolo to the New Moon Gathering in the evening and he suggested we come to Family Hotel Aleluia very close to the Sanctuary in Fatima. He invited us over for dinner at 8 p.m. So we agreed and left Paolo at the Hotel Aleluia to continue his work there.
Wim decided to take me to another area where a Divine Mother Chapel was situated. We entered the Chapel and sat down in deep Silence. I started to receive many visions during this space. I saw that many Children were offered here by people dressed in White Cloaks. I felt the pain and suffering occurred here and than a Violet Ray flowed through and started to Clear the Area. My hands moved in motion until a Blue and Pink Ray blazed in, through and around this vortex and an Divine Mother Guide appeared in view. A sense of immense Healing was felt and it radiated through my Bodies as well. A great uplifting of Rebirthing the Soul Spirit. I felt an sudden urges to tone here but it also felt not welcome in this space.
Wim and I than walked through the pathway of many Trees and abundance of herbal plants along the way. Wim picked up a few pieces of Calcite along the way and gave this to me and I found a piece of Calcite on the pathway and gave it to Wim. We arrived at a Statue of the 3 Children supported by an Ancient Tree and a Water well surrounded by a fence. Wim remained below so that could sense the energies that were flowing here. I went up a flight of stairs to a barren ground on a hill side. The energies here felt very pulsating. As I went into Silence I could sense rainbow gatherings of colors and my hands moved whilst tones of Sound came forth. It felt very southing and relaxing to communicate with this area. A leyline of energies of Gold pulsated here and spread through these lines to different vortexes around the World as well. I than climbed past rocks and Wim joined me here as well. Wim than suggested we go to his bed and breakfast apartment for a cup of tea which was very welcome at this moment. (website www.ana.com.pt for more details).
Just before 8 p.m. we walked to Hotel Aleluia for dinner with Paolo and his mother. Please notice the Art Work in front of the Hotel very significant for the Service being offered here and the welcoming of Family. The energy of this Hotel felt very balanced and in harmony. The interior decor is very pure and light. A wonderful dinner we had together and afterwards Paolo showed us parts of the Hotel and the beautiful Photography Art work of his Mother that were placed through the whole Hotel as well.
In the basement area they have a conference room where Paolo is starting Spiritual Workshops, Gatherings and Lectures combined with Meals as well. The energy here was very deepening to feel. Then he took us to his private residence inside the Hotel on the top floor. He requested I feel the energies here and then I gave Paolo a private session as well.
Paolo suggested we do the New Moon Ceremony on the roof of his chamber but it did not feel right for me so Wim suggested we go to another Hillside were 2 Windmills were placed and a statue of Angels in the Middle. Paolo organized some blanket, candles and his mother gave us some flashlights for our journey.
Arriving on the hilltop the Crystal Skulls and Crystals formed a circle here as a Vortex to support the journey of Guidance during the New Moon. The Grail Code Cards of Janosh www.janosh-art.com assist by the start of the journey. Carla had also handed the prepared Essence of Inner Smile of Peace over to Paolo and Wim. We sat in a Triangle together and continued our inner journey and connection to the New Moon. The Wind slowly passed through us during this time of Silence like a guidance of further movement for each one of us and All Beings upon Planet Earth. It was a Sacred Place of much Light and Love.
On Wednesday, May 4 I awoke at 7.45 a.m. fulfilled of very light energy. I decided to take a walk to the Sanctuary on my own and some Crystal Skulls as well. We explored the area and in the center of the Sanctuary I could feel a very strong pulsation of a Vortex generating. I stayed in a chapel underneath the main New Church and felt the energies flowing of new discoveries for this day.
I arrived at 9 a.m. at Wim’s apartment to have breakfast there together. He prepared a special cocktail of lemon, beet, carrot to start off the day.
After this we went to the Sanctuary together and Wim showed and let me feel the energies of the Basilica, New Church and where the Candles were burned as well. I sat in the Basilica and it felt very purifying. The Violet Ray was very present in this Building. A tremendous letting go of the Old to prepare for the new.
We than went to the New Church a oval building with a roof of windows that lets the light radiate through very strongly.
Wim and I sat in the New Church whilst I went into a deep meditation. This space felt more of the New Earth Consciousness Matrix and I could see and feel the radiance of a bright New Now. It was especially the Golden Ray that was very present here. After a while I came back from the deep Silence and noticed that someone else was sitting next to me. It felt that Now was the time to move forward. I stood up and went outdoors where Wim was waiting and we walked back to his apartment for short warm snack.
Wim drove to the next hilltop passing by the area where we sat together for the New Moon Gathering. On top of this Hill was a Castle Ruin with many connections to Medieval connections. It was a wonderful view from there to the whole area and also the vegetation was wild and very herbal. We also saw many Olive Trees as well.
He prepared a wonderful warm lunch for me since I was leaving at 3 p.m. by coach back to Lisbon and from there a bus to Lisbon Airport to meet Jessica and Diego to fly back to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport again. We had a short flight and fond memories of celebrating my 60th Birthday.
Whilst writing this reflection I realize many transitions happened during this journey and we are so Grateful of All during this journey
Blessings to All of You, Carla Harren
