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August/September 2018

I do my best praying outside. I quiet the loud voices whipping through my head and listen. I listen to the Spirit. I ask where to go.  I pray for someone on my list and more often than not I find a four-leaf clover. I don't go in order; I just see who rises to the top of my heart.  I ask God what they need and how to pray for them.  Some days on this journey, I was mindful of a person all day and lifted them in prayer throughout my day. I would glance at the ground on the way into my office or at a ball game and the next clover I found would belong to them. 

The surprising moments have been finding a clover EXACTLY where I felt lead, DREAMING where to go the next day, and finding several in one day.  I can't wait to tell you about the little stars next to some of the numbers in my journal.  Oh, and the time we found....well, you'll have to wait to hear how many but you won't believe it.

Some of you brought me specific requests. Some brought requests for others. Many wanted healing or peace.  All gave something of themselves to this prayer project.  My wish was to pray for each of the 40 people on the list and find 40 clovers to send to them.  Admittedly, not each time in prayer was profound and parted the heavens with channeled wisdom but the notes I received in return proved that what was shared was timely and resonant.  That's what I was after.  If one of you felt seen, loved, or less alone then my birthday wish came true. 

Each clover gets tucked into a book for a few weeks then laminated into a business card sized pouch as thick as a credit card.  I like them as bookmarks but they fit perfectly into a wallet. May these tiny moments in creation remind you of the beauty in the world and that you are loved. Most importantly, may it remind you that someone is holding you in prayer.

If you have been a recipient over the last year, comment and let me know what all this meant to you!
Peace, 
Nicole Astra
I've got you clovered ;)




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