Innholdsfortegnelse for April 2021 i Chat It's Fate

WHAT’S IN YOUR spooky snaps? Family connection Dear Sally I took this photo of my husband and my eldest daughter over 14 years ago. I’m pretty sure that’s an orb on the right of the photo. I’d love to know if I’m right please. Anne-Marie Bullock, Hertfordshire Dear Anne-Marie Thank you for your picture, I agree with you that you have managed to capture spirit in the image of an orb. I get a sense of it being a woman and she is often around you even today, so I feel she is related to you. She was there when this photo was taken because she was intrigued by your little girl. I also feel as if there is possibly a Middle Eastern connection around either her or you.…

For centuries, coastal communities from all round the world have told tales of terrifying serpent or squid-like sea monsters that lurk beneath the waves, waiting to snatch unwary sailors and fishermen to their deaths. But is there any truth to these stories or are they just tall tales told to frighten little children? Let’s dive in and find out! RELEASE THE KRAKEN The Kraken is probably the most famous sea monster of all time – apart from Godzilla, of course! But actually, Godzilla was partly inspired by the legend of the Kraken – a squid-like creature of absolutely gigantic size, that would in fact make Godzilla look like a newt in comparison! In Norse mythology, the Kraken dwells off the coast of Norway and Greenland, snacking on any passing sailors.…

Leanne Keown, 40, from County Antrim, Northern Ireland As my daughter Adelle,17, cycled past me, a huge smile on her pretty face, I cheered loudly. ‘Go on, darling, you’ve got this,’ I yelled. I couldn’t have been more proud of her. It was November 2019 and Adelle was taking part in a challenge to ride relays in a rickshaw, covering 400 miles between Holyhead, near Liverpool, to the BBC studios in Elstree, Hertfordshire, to raise money for Children In Need. It would have been a big ask for any teenager – but Adelle had been battling with cancer for two years. She was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukaemia of the bone marrow in 2018 – shortly after her best friend, Vicky, died of the same disease. I’ve been told that…

Laura Brady, 34, from Derry, Northern Ireland I watched my wee daughter’s eyes light up as she pointed to a pink teddy bear with a sparkling tiara. Hollie, three, had been watching YouTube videos of the teddies in the Build-a-Bear workshop, so we’d promised her and her big sister Chelsea, seven, a trip to the store in Belfast as a treat. She was so excited. The staff helped her create her own bear, choosing a glittery pink dress and shoes. She gave a tiny red heart a kiss before it was stitched into the toy’s chest. From the day we took her home, Hollie adored that bear. She and Chelsea loved Disney movies, so she christened the teddy Princess. Princess teddy went everywhere with my girl – Hollie would fly…

ELVIS EVICTION Elvis Presley’s cousin Billy Smith claims the ghost of his famous relative caused him to move house. When Elvis died on 16 August 1977, several members of his family were living in his home, Graceland, including cousin Billy. According to a story in express.co.uk, it was the fact that The King hadn’t truly left his Memphis mansion that scared him away in the end. Asked by a fan on his son Danny’s YouTube channel Memphis Mafia Kid whether he ever experienced Elvis’ spirit at Graceland, he replied, ‘I did. In fact, I guess that was the biggest reason I left Graceland. Got to a point where I’d go to sleep, it’d be early in the morning and I would hear him calling me.’ He added, ‘I’d get dressed…

Kane Ward, 26, from Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire Ghost hunting can be a risky pastime – and not always because of the spooks! Sometimes the building you’re investigating turns out to be pretty dangerous, too. That’s exactly what happened when I went to St Crispin’s Hospital, a derelict former asylum in Duston, Northamptonshire, with Becky Cousins and Shamime Mathu, my team mates from our paranormal investigation group Paranormal Expo UK. The psychiatric facility, which closed back in 1995, had been abandoned for decades. When we visited in September 2019, it had been partially demolished, and just a couple of overgrown and crumbling red brick buildings remained. ‘This place is a death trap!’ I exclaimed as we warily made our way through one of the buildings, an imposing three-storey block topped by a…

Katie paints your spirit guide Dear Katie Am I doing the right things for my future? I hope that I’m on the correct path and would love my spirit guide to confirm things for me. Maressa, 37, Barrowford, Lancashire Dear Maressa Your spirit guide is a woman called Lydia who lived in America in the 19th century. During her lifetime she made remedies and tonics to help women with their health problems, including menstrual and menopausal issues. Her homemade recipes became a viable business with Lydia doing the advertising copy and being the face of the brand. She walks with you to help you find your own drive, focus and ambition. She urges you to help the women around you. You have great potential to be successful, but only if…

I went to feed the birds one frosty morning recently, and slipped spectacularly on the frozen garden path, landing heavily and ending up plastered in dried mealworms! It must have looked like a Bushtucker Trial! I couldn’t get up and my frantic cries for help went unanswered, as everyone else was still in bed. I suddenly wondered if my guardian angel could help – I sent up a prayer for someone to come quickly, at the same moment as the doorbell started ringing. We have a very loud doorbell, and whoever was out there must have been leaning on it as it just didn’t stop. My husband Phil came rushing downstairs – but there was nobody there. It must have been angelic intervention! Thankfully, I escaped with just bruises. I…

In horror writer HP Lovecraft’s legendary ‘Cthulhu’ mythos, Azatoth is a character who dreams all day long. Essentially he is the creator of the whole Universe, amongst many other things, but the Universe (and everything else) exists only as one of his dreams, of which he is barely aware at all. Described as an immense mass of tentacles and teeth, with blind, milky eyes, who continually listens to a demonic chorus of strange music and sounds, let’s hope he doesn’t one day wake up and realise we’re all merely a figment of his imagination – we might suddenly cease to exist!…

DON’T BE SHELLFISH Bring a bit of nautical chic into your home with this mussel marine doorstop. Not only is it super-stylish but it’ll have you singing a sea shanty every time you open your door! Altogether now, ‘What shall we do with a drunken sailor...’ £28.95 from annabeljames.co.uk WORTH ITS SALT The mineral-rich salts from the Dead Sea have been used for their healing properties since ancient times. Perfect for eczema or psoriasis-prone skin, Westlab Dead Sea Salts help soothe muscles, replenish essential minerals and support natural skin healing. Pop into the bath – and relax! £4.99 from boots.com HERE COMES THE SUN Forget dreamcatchers, suncatchers are all the rage. Crafting is having a moment, too – and this fish suncatcher kit isn’t just for kids! Bring your fishy…

• Home owners and landlords all experience problems, until at least 4 June • Birds fall to the ground and die, apparently at random • Cities and countries experience blackouts • Freddy Flintoff is in the news for medical reasons • A red and white British team wins a huge tournament • The UK government completely changes its approach to lockdown • A famous fashion brand folds • The Channel Islands have major problems getting goods • A London sculpture causes outrage For Lotto luck, try 3, 6, 14, 23, 30 and 55. For Euromillions, try 9, 10, 12, 20, 33 and 44.…

The Isle of Man is a truly unique and magical place One of the British Isles, but not part of the United Kingdom, the Isle of Man is famed for its natural beauty – craggy cliffs rich in bird life, purple heather moors, lush green glens, all surrounded by sparkling turquoise sea. What’s perhaps not so well-known is that this 227-square-mile island in the Irish Sea is steeped in myths and magic. If you’re looking for fairies and phantoms, you’ve come to the right place... It’s a Manannan’s world The Isle of Man is thought to be named after Manannan Mac Lir, the ancient Celtic god of the sea. Worshipped in Ireland in pre-Christian times, as well as in the Isle of Man and parts of Wales, Manannan Mac Lir…

The beautiful multi-coloured rainbow is a symbol of hope in so many cultures, including our own. It’s the image that’s been adopted by Gay Pride, where it stands for inclusion and diversity, and it’s also been linked to the NHS during the pandemic – the rainbow symbolises both our gratitude to the incredible doctors and nurses risking their own lives to save ours, and our hope that the pandemic will soon be over. But it means so much more even than that. As Laura Brady’s beautiful but heart-breaking story about her daughter Hollie illustrates, the rainbow is often thought to form a bridge between our world and the spirit world. For many people, from different cultures all over the world, a rainbow is a sign from loved ones in spirit.…

Celebrity PAST LIFE Rod Stewart and Elton John – why did they really fall out so badly in 2018? Because they were once infamous American political rivals Alexander Hamilton (Rod Stewart) and Aaron Burr (Elton John). If you’ve seen the hit hip-hop musical Hamilton, you’ll know how that ended! Clue: think pistols at dawn! Meditation mandalas Do you have trouble ‘switching off’ in order to meditate? Jenny digitally paints channelled meditation mandalas especially for you. You just stare into the image and take flight into a spiritual connection with your guides. See all Jenny’s paintings on her website jennysmedley.co.uk JENNY’S IN-DEPTH Regression CHILLED OUT Dear Jenny Lots of people loathe the winter months, but cold weather fills me with utter dread. For years, I’ve been lucky enough to spend the…

A former lunatic asylum on the Isle of Wight, Whitecroft Hospital, has now been converted to luxury apartments – and rebranded as Gatcombe Manor. However, this attempt to shake off its creepy past has only been partially successful, as the place is said to be haunted by a deceased doctor who peers into the windows of the laundry room before vanishing, a young man running, and a sharp-dressed individual hurrying through what would have been the first floor wards, closely followed by his spectral assistant.…

Denise Davis, 64, from Christchurch, Dorset Removing my earrings as I got ready for bed, I went to unclasp my seahorse pendant – and froze. It wasn’t there. ‘Oh no,’ I groaned. Where could I have lost it? I’d spent the day with a girlfriend in St Albans Park – we’d had lunch, then gone for a walk. I must have lost the pendant along the way. I’d bought the seahorse pendant, made from Whitby jet, in Bournemouth eight years previously, after my divorce. I was married 30 years and it was a gift to celebrate my freedom! Seahorses are significant to me because of their connection to water. My dad lived in Bournemouth, and I loved walking by the sea there. Now I’d lost it – but I tried…

Changing lanes Dear Michelle I’ve drifted through jobs – and life – but was made redundant because of the pandemic and have now decided to train as a health professional. My parents have gone completely mad, they say that I’m being irresponsible, that I’m putting myself and them at risk, and that I’ll only fail as I have no staying power at anything anyway! Are they right? Diana, 38, Merseyside Dear Diana I am using the Gateway Oracle Cards by Denise Linn for inspiration. The pandemic has affected everyone, and it’s wonderful that you want to join the thousands helping us to heal and recover. Your parents may need some time to come to terms with your decision, and Archangels Gabriel and Raphael, as well as your guardian angels, are…

A CARD FOR THE MONTH This month brings us back to the start of the lunar cycle. The New Moon is taking place in the first sign of the zodiac, Aries. I asked the cards (drawing each card randomly) which crystal and message do we most need for the rest of 2021, and pulled the Ruby card. This is a sign that healing can now begin. If you have lost someone you love, understand that the Universe has your back. Keeping a ruby nearby will help you! Remember that ruby is a super-powerful stone – second only to diamond in strength! Sign of the month: ARIES – Ruby. Reach out for emotional and spiritual support if you need it. TAURUS – Amber. Breathe, release, and ask the Universe for the…

Many of us take great care of our fingernails and toenails – and they’re often one of the first things we notice about someone, in summer, anyway! We cut them, shape them, and paint them all sorts of ways – but what does it mean if we dream of them? PAINTED NAILS Applying nail polish symbolises a need to concentrate more on what you’re doing, or what you’re attempting to accomplish right now. Are you more concerned about what others think of you than usual? CHANGE OF COLOUR Changing your nail colour represents your creative urges, or it can mean that something has to change in your life. NEED A MANICURE? Chipped nails suggest that the direction you’re taking isn’t going to end well for you, and you instinctively realise…

This house is the subject of a lot of debate. The stories are so startling that when people visit, they expect it to be like a fairground ghost train, yet here the devil really is in the detail. I have no doubt that there is still something in this house. You need patience and stillness to experience the bizarre phenomena that is here, as well as nerves of steel and a level head. Highly recommended but not for the faint of heart! For more information on the house and how to spend the night there, visit 30eastdrive.com.…

4th Communications planet Mercury bursts into fiery Aries, bringing clarity, frankness and no-holds-barred opinions! 9th The square of power planet Mars in airy Gemini and dreamy Neptune in sensitive Pisces shows it’s time to get real! 12th The new moon beams into Aries, bringing a burst of fresh energy. 16th The Sun in Aries squares up to transformative Pluto in Capricorn, bringing issues of control to the forefront. You can achieve anything now if you just put your mind to it! 17th Energetic Mars makes a connection to bountiful Jupiter and Mercury links to Mars and lucky Jupiter. A day filled with fortune. 19th The Sun and Mercury glide into materially-minded Taurus. Time to start counting your blessings! 23rd Venus fuses with unpredictable Uranus in sensuous Taurus – hot stuff!…

Goddess report The Mesopotamian goddess Ishtar is an ancient and powerful force. Associated with love and war, this feisty lady always made an impact. Known for her sexual allure, when she descended into the Underworld to rescue her lover, she took all the lust from the world with her. Linked to the planet Venus, work with this deity when you want to attract new love. Bewitching ingredient! Governed by the sun, the humble sesame seed is full of energy. A powerful luck magnet, sprinkle some over a lotto ticket to boost your chances of a win. Carry in a charm bag for success, and if you’re waiting for a secret to be revealed, eat a handful, then whisper the words ‘open sesame’! Make it! Take a handful of fresh kale,…

Rather be an egghead than have egg on your face? Avoid being the butt of April fool’s jokes by seeing the traps in store for you. Quick-thinking Mercury moves into the first sign of the zodiac, Aries, on 16 April, sharpening your wits. Remember: fools rush in where angels fear to tread. Exercise caution and you’ll see results. ARIES You’re great at thinking on your feet but often you jump to conclusions and mouth off before you know the facts. How can you fulfil your leadership potential if your opinions can’t be trusted? BE THE BRIGHTEST Button it! Give yourself time to weigh up the evidence even if you have to bite your tongue really hard. All it takes is a little patience and you’ll earn full credit for your…

SIGNS ACROSS THE divide Sister act Sally Windsor, 42, from West Sussex I’ve been a dressmaker for 20 years. I have a little shop in a village near my house in Balcombe, West Sussex. The shop had a wooden front and an old-fashioned Singer sewing machine. It even had a spray of beautiful pink roses around the door. I really loved the way that the shop looked so traditional. Times had been tough but we’d kept going and I loved spending my days fixing clothes, meeting my customers and being creative. My mother and father had told me that I was adopted, and I always knew that I had at least one sibling. But my life had been such a happy one, it had only been in the past year…

Pet TIP BITS An easy way to get those dogs’ hairs off your sofa is to rub it with a tumble drier sheet – it creates static and the hairs just cling to it. Paws for thought Pets love getting a new toy, however, you can land up with a mound of them! Keep them in a cupboard and just let them play with a few at a time. That way, you can ‘re-give’ them all over again. GOT A QUESTION FOR JACKIE? EMAIL ITSFATE@SWNS.COM OR SEE ANIMALPSYCHIC.CO.UK…

Dear Jackie My darling dog Bonny passed away aged 10 and I’m sure I’ve seen many signs from her since then. Is it really her sending them? Debbie, Norfolk Dear Debbie Bonny was such a sweet and confident girl who loved to be in your company. She admits to being a bit of a ‘sofa hogger’ – and she still does this, even in spirit! She was a delight to have around and adored everyone. She loved her walks, but it seems she would rather go round a puddle than through it! She gives me the feeling of thirst and tingly lips, which makes me think she suffered with heart problems. I feel that she passed very swiftly as she said, ‘It came upon me very quickly and I went.’…