Since this month's theme is Love, I thought that I would start off by answering a very common question that is asked of me; and that is: Do our loved ones on the other side miss us the way we miss them?  Surprisingly the answer is No.  Let me explain.  In order for anyone to miss anyone, that would indicate that TIME has passed since you last saw each other.  When our loved ones cross over into the spirit world, they have the ability to see us everyday that has passed since their death.  Also, TIME is only a concept that we have here on earth.  The reason we have time in the earthly dimension is for sleep.  Yes you read that right, sleep.  The earth has to sleep (which translates into day and night). If it was always daytime, all of our crops would die., etc.  Also, our physical bodies need sleep as well.  If we stayed up all of the time, our bodies would collapse. When we are in the Spirit World (SW), we do not take our physical bodies with us, and we are not existing in the physical dimension.  Therefore, the SW is not governed by time or space.  They are not bound by the laws of gravity either (only this dimension) or earth is governed by gravity.  So what I am trying to say is that the Spirit world is vibrating at a much quicker speed than us.  That is why we cannot easily see them.  Just like electricity, or cell phone signals that are in the atmosphere, they are moving at the speed of light.  This is the main reason we cannot see fully, but sometimes it seems as if we see a shadow out of the corner of our eye.  That is our loved one trying to get our attention by coming around us. When we are in a very relaxed state, or meditative state that allows for us to sense or see the energy, more clearly, that is vibrating all around us; our loved ones. So as your loved one gets accustomed to the fact that the SW doesn't need or have Time, they are aware of what time it is here in our world.  For example: because they are always with us and watching us, they know when its your birthday, or anniversary.  Also, they can see what year it is by looking over your shoulder as you read the newspaper or type on the internet.  They also know when it is their birthday and/or when the anniversary of their death rolls around.  They can see how sad these days make us and you can bet your boots that they are around you more than ever in these trying times to console you and comfort you.  Look for the signs that they try and send your way.  You also may want to know what is the best way to communicate with your loved ones without the help of a Medium?  The following are some helpful hints that will allow you to communicate with your loved ones in the SW while being in a meditative or dream state:

• Be respectful of the Spirit World (SW). They are communicating with you because they choose to, not because you demand it.
• Ask your spirit guides to protect you during your dream time.
• If your attempts to communicate with the SW results in nightmares, discontinue trying to attempt contact
• Always say a prayer of protection and surround yourself with the white light of God
  
• Try to get into a regular sleep pattern; i.e., get to bed early and try and stay asleep most of the night
• Most Spirit contact occurs from 3am-6am.  If you are awake at this time, the connection cannot happen
  
• Do not consume caffeine or stimulants prior to getting into a meditative state
  
• Do not drink alcohol or use drugs prior to your dream communication; both can attract lower entities
• Lastly, tell your loved one in the SW that you would love for them to visit you.  Invite them to join you.
  

The SW is never far away from us.  They are only a thought away and are always trying to show us that they are okay and that they did survive "death".  Their consciousness is still very much alive.  The Bonds of Love keeps us connected.  Wherever love existed, there is a connection.  The same is true with our beloved pets.  The other-side has an Animal Kingdom the same way we do here.  Our pets who have given us so much love and companionship throughout our lives continue to love you from the SW.  They will be waiting for you when you get there, along with your loved ones.  Love is an emotion that is very real and it cannot be destroyed by death - "LOVE WILL KEEP US TOGETHER"