communication from above

Posted by Joann Chavis on May 25, 2010 at 5:55am

While taking care of my Mother she talked to more than a few of her family who had passed away. I can not explain it but she talked to them and repeated the conversations to me. Also I have talked to other caregivers who relate simular incidints. Also small children and animals seem to be a part of this. Although I do not know who the 'little blonde headed boy' was I believe she saw him. An animals seems to be part of this mystery also. Several people have related these stories and usually it seems to be a dog. In my Mothers case it was a small dog that would not come into the room. She would try and coach him in but he only 'peeped' around the door.

I kept a journal during the years of taking care of Mother and she had many experiences with deceased family and friends. Even relating to me things they said about me.

My daughter say's these were ANGELS...who had come to help make her crossing easier. I believe that.

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