How do you know that an Angel is around you?

Angels have existed since the beginning of time, long before human's were created. One of their many roles is to take care of and watch over humankind. They are our guides and guardians. Every single person has a guardian angel watching over them. This angel loves and protects their human charges but strangely, most of us are totally unaware of their existence. Many people go through their entire life never seeing, feeling or sensing their guardian yet that angel is with you every single day.
 
How can you become more aware of your guardian angel? It's really rather simple. The best way to do this is to ask your angel for help...yes it's as easy as that. No fancy rituals are needed, you don't need to burn candles or light incense (although that's nice too!) You don't have to carry a crystal around in your pocket or follow any other magical ritual. By simply inviting your guardian angel to draw more closely to you, you are much more likely to actually encounter him or her!
 
Of course angels don't have gender; they are really neither male nor female but they often show themselves to us in this way. Your angel may have wings...or may appear as a human-type figure, but you'll know its your angel. Angels have been described as having bright blue eyes - piercing even. Some say that their angel had the whitest-blonde hair but that ultimately it was about the way they felt about the encounter that made them realise they had come face-to-face with their own magical protector. That angel appeared at a time when they were needed the most. When we are in danger, scared or unwell our angels draw the closest to us of all.
 
Although you might see your angel physically, its more usual to sense an angel in your life. Angels most likely appear in a physical way during the most dramatic of situations, or in times of emergency. At all other occasions their intervention in our lives is more subtle. Have you ever asked for a sign? The most likely sign from an angel would be a white feather; these feathers vary from the smallest, fluffiest baby-bird feathers to the largest most beautiful swan feathers. If you find a feather after asking for a sign then remember to keep it safe!
 
Angels sometimes appear along with a scent. Angel perfume is not just something you buy in a bottle! (Although I love this particular brand!) When an angel is close, people often describe the sent of perfume, usually fantastic and exotic smelling blooms. On occasion someone would describe a vanilla-type of scent when their angel appears (in England at least most recognised as the comforting smell of baby products or ice-cream).
 
Angels don't always bring a scent, sometimes folk see lights; these might be twinkling lights, rainbow colours or clouds of light from which an angel shape may or may not emerge. Ask your angel to appear in a photograph then look out for orbs and other light abnormalities. Some people believe that angels announce their visits by ringing bells. There is an old saying (from the film, 'Its a beautiful life'. Every time a bell rings an angel gets its wings. Delightful!)
 
Your angel might just bring a feeling that they are around you. Your 'sign' could just be a comforting experience or a sense of deep inner peace or calm. There is nothing more wonderful, especially when you feel in danger or unwell. Ask your angel to be more active in your life...and let me know how you get on.
 

© Jacky Newcomb 2010
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