Dear Chell -
Me, too. I SO want to know some things - certain things - about my Mama. To be honest, I don't recall ever asking God for a sign the way I have since my Mom died (something I don't know if He does readily or if I'd recognize it).

But like yourself, my religion dictates other than consulting mediums, many of whom probably do prey on the unsuspecting. I do believe there are SOME people who are gifted with psychic or paranormal (word?) abilities. But how do we sort them out? I've taken to reading some books but then find them a bit conflicting to what I've been taught and have to wonder if I'm being steered off course.

I have had 4 readings since my son died and I would recomend going. It was a very positive experinece .Make sure you check them out before you go or have a phone reading.

I went to a medium and she made contact with my boyfriend.I recognized the way the words from him were phrased. Sadly, I went to see her 3 months before his death about another issue and I was given clues to an upcoming loss. I am sooooo angry that I did not figure out she was speaking of my honey-bear. Beware - some mediums are real.

here is my secret confession... i now watch johnathan edwards all of the time on the WE channel and i am going to see him some day. i believe in mediums. i also believe that we get signs and messages from loved ones who have passed. i have.

Try it out but be very careful. There are good ones and there are bad ones. Have fun with it and you'll find out for yourself.

best thing i ever did was go to george anderson and have him read for me. i taped it. that tape keeps me going. yes, it was incredible.

Hi Chell

If it helps you to feel better its worth a try I personly do not know anything about spritualism so can not advise you.

Everybody copes with loss in there own way and you are not right or wrong its your own fight to reason with your feelings.

Yes there is people who do prey on the pain of others, take a chance because if you dont you will always wonder just be cauious and careful

Its like anything all religions whats right in one religion is not alright in another

Take care

Good luck

Pinkflower

I personally think God gives some the gift to help us connect with our loved ones...some people are fake but finding someone who seems legit is ok..it may give you some peace..Ask around..someone you know is bound to know of someone who is legitimate..go see them once and if it comes to nothing your not out alot!! Good luck..I hope you find out something good :)

I have wondered the same thing, but how do you know it's real and not made up.they can take advantage of you...

I am new to DailyStrength and this was the 1st group I joined. When I saw your question, it peaked my curiosity as I would love to see if there could be a connection. I miss Zack so much! I feel that religion and spiritualism can go together. Why would God not want us to connect and ease our pain a bit? I have interpretted meaningful connections in coincidences that happen and will continue to grasp at anything that feels like a bond to Zack again, for the rest of my life.
I don't think there would be any harm in trying a medium. If they say something negative, you would dismiss it as every Mom would. If they say something positive, it will give you comfort. I would love to go see Jonathan Edwards. He seems gifted to me.

When my son died I was told about a man whom could help me with my grief by healing my soul and connecting me to Martin. I called him and he has saved my life. Because of this medium (Alan Arcieri) I know where my son is I know he died peacefully in his sleep and I know he is with me. Alan is the most loving and gifted medium out there.

Hi. I believe. It is very important to find a real medium. Have you ever heard of John Edward? He is on TV and I have been watching him for years. I am going to one of his group readings on December 7 in hopes of hearing from my son. I also was recommended to a local medium who has also received national recognition. I have an appointment with her this tuesday at 1:oo. I have given her no information of any kind. I can not wait to talk with her. The best place to find one is on the internet and make sure that they are truely renowned. The other way is to talk to others, word of mouth is the best way for you to feel comfortable with knowing you have made the right choice with this person.

Jon Edward, Sylvia Browne, Suzane Northrop... you name it I 've heard of them I have been on a list to see Suzane Northrop since 2004. I haven't tried Joh Edward or Slyvia Browne I saw the prices and about fell over! IDon't get me wrong I would pay anything to heard from my boys, but I don't work . I saty home with my baby daughter.I did find a person online that I am thinking about having a phone reading by, i haven't made up my mind.

I went to see John Edward after my son died in 2006 and there are so many people who want to hear from their loved ones and in a group setting you take a chance NOT to hear from them. I did not hear from son but I am still a believer. I would go see Mr. Edward again.
If you see a medium make sure they are real.

Good luck!

I believe but then when you google the name of the medium there's a bad story of thousand's in the more popular ones we see on TV. I think bottom line for me is as long as read the "fine print" that it's for "entertainment purpose only" and you get out of it what you need then there a good choice. My question is if it's not about money then why do they charge so much money.