Signs

Signs Plot Summary

Introduction

Marie sat in the hospital waiting room, her heart racing as she waited for news about her husband Pete who had just been wheeled into emergency heart surgery. The uncertainty was unbearable. In her desperation, she silently called out to her son Kerry, who had passed away in infancy nearly three decades earlier. "Kerry, if you are there, please send me a sign that your father is going to be okay," she pleaded in her thoughts. Thirty minutes later, a nurse brought Marie a coffee she had requested. When the nurse gave her the change from her five-dollar bill, Marie looked down and saw something extraordinary—there, written in black marker in the corner of one of the dollar bills, was the name "KERRY." In that moment, Marie felt an overwhelming sense of relief wash over her. She knew her son was there, letting her know his father would be okay. Two hours later, the surgeons confirmed the operation had been a success. Marie wasn't surprised; she had already received her message from the Other Side. This is just one example of how the universe communicates with us through signs—if we're open to receiving them.

Chapter 1: Recognizing Messages From the Other Side

The universe has a secret language—a form of communication that is happening all around us every day. This language consists of signs and synchronicities that connect us to a deeper reality, one that extends beyond our physical senses. These signs are not random coincidences but meaningful messages sent to provide guidance, comfort, and confirmation that we are never truly alone. They represent the universe's way of speaking directly to us, offering direction when we're lost, solace when we're grieving, and reassurance when we're uncertain. What exactly are these signs? They can take countless forms—from finding a feather in an unexpected place to hearing a song that reminds you of someone you've lost, or experiencing a sequence of number patterns that seem to follow you everywhere. The key is not so much what the sign is, but the timing and significance it holds for you personally. When a butterfly lands on your shoulder just as you're thinking about your grandmother who passed away, or when you find a dime standing on its edge in your dryer the moment you're missing your father—these are not random events but meaningful communications. Our loved ones who have crossed to the Other Side are particularly adept at sending these signs. They do this not to frighten us but to comfort us—to let us know they are still present in our lives, still loving us, still involved in our journey. Laura Lynne Jackson, a psychic medium who has connected thousands of people with their departed loved ones, has observed that these signs often come in forms that were significant to the person who has crossed—perhaps through objects they collected, songs they loved, or even animals they had special connections with during their earthly lives. Many of these signs take the form of what Laura calls "default signs"—commonly used symbols like butterflies, birds, rainbows, coins, or electrical disturbances. Others may be more personalized—specific objects or occurrences uniquely meaningful to you and your loved one. The universe is remarkably creative and persistent in finding ways to communicate. If you miss a sign the first time, the universe will likely send it again, perhaps in a more obvious way, until you finally notice it. The Other Side never gives up trying to reach us. Scientists like Carl Jung recognized these meaningful coincidences and called them "synchronicities"—events that seem to have no causal relationship yet appear meaningfully connected. While science may struggle to explain these phenomena, millions of people have experienced them in ways that have transformed their understanding of reality and provided profound comfort in times of need. These experiences are too important and too consequential to simply dismiss or ignore.

Chapter 2: Creating Your Personal Sign Language

Creating a personal sign language with the Other Side is surprisingly simple and remarkably effective. Think of it as establishing a private code between you and your loved ones who have crossed or your spiritual guides—a special way for them to communicate directly with you. This process begins with intention and openness, much like calling out someone's name across a crowded restaurant to get their attention. Your Team of Light—the collective term for your departed loved ones, spirit guides, and universal energy—is ready and eager to connect with you. The first step in creating this personal language is to find a quiet moment to center yourself. Sit in a peaceful place, close your eyes, and take several deep breaths to clear your mind. This meditative state allows you to shift your energy and become more receptive to the subtle messages from the Other Side. You don't need to be a practiced meditator—even a few minutes of stillness can create the space needed for this connection to begin forming. Once you're in this receptive state, simply ask for a specific sign. This request should be for something unique enough that when you see it, you'll know it's not just a coincidence. For example, Laura once asked for an orange as confirmation she was on the right path after giving an important speech. Within hours, she found herself surrounded by thousands of oranges at an event—a response far beyond what she had expected. Your request might be for something significant to you—perhaps a specific animal, object, or symbol that would be meaningful but not something you encounter every day. When making your request, be clear and specific, but also realistic. Asking to see a jumbo jet land in Central Park might be setting the bar too high, but requesting to see a shiny airplane in an unlikely place is more feasible. You can establish different signs for different loved ones—perhaps asking your grandmother to send you a pink heart with the word LOVE on it, while your grandfather might send a blue hippo. The possibilities are endless and entirely personal to your relationship with the Other Side. After making your request, be patient and remain open to receiving your sign. It might appear within hours, days, or sometimes weeks. The key is to stay alert and receptive. When your sign does appear, acknowledge it with gratitude. A simple "thank you" directed toward your loved one or guide completes the circuit of communication and honors the connection between you. This acknowledgment turns the experience into a shared moment of joy between you and the Other Side, reinforcing the bond you share. Don't be afraid to share your experiences with others. While some may be skeptical, sharing your stories of connection might inspire others to open themselves to similar experiences. Our connections to the Other Side are not meant to be kept secret—they are part of the beautiful tapestry of human experience that binds us all together in ways we're only beginning to understand.

Chapter 3: How Signs Help Navigate Life's Darkness

In our darkest moments—when grief overwhelms us, when crucial decisions loom, or when we feel utterly lost—signs from the Other Side become especially powerful guides. These cosmic communications often arrive precisely when we need them most, illuminating paths forward when we can see none ourselves. They serve as beacons of hope in what might otherwise feel like an impenetrable darkness. Consider the story of a grieving father whose daughter had been murdered. Consumed by rage and pain, he planned to take revenge on the person responsible. He loaded his guns, dressed in camouflage, and prepared to commit an act that would have destroyed his own life as well. Yet at the critical moment, he clearly felt his daughter's presence pleading with him to stop. This clairsentient sign—a feeling and message he couldn't ignore—saved him from a terrible fate. His daughter from the Other Side intervened to prevent him from taking a path of darkness that would have only created more suffering. Signs often appear at life's crossroads to help us make decisions aligned with our highest good. These aren't mandates or commands—we always retain our free will—but rather loving nudges toward choices that will bring greater fulfillment and growth. The Other Side recognizes when we're torn between a fear-based decision and a love-based one, and will persistently try to steer us toward the latter. This guidance isn't about controlling our lives but about helping us see beyond our immediate fears to embrace opportunities for deeper joy and purpose. For people facing life-altering decisions about relationships, careers, or having children, signs can provide the reassurance needed to move forward confidently. Take the example of Clayton and Natali Morris, who were uncertain about having a third child. During a chance encounter with Laura, Clayton's father came through from the Other Side with a clear message that a third child—a girl—was waiting to join their family. This confirmation gave them the courage to proceed, and their daughter Emily brought immeasurable joy to their lives. The message wasn't forcing their decision but validating an inner knowing they already possessed. Perhaps most profoundly, signs can transform unbearable grief into a different kind of relationship with those we've lost. Leslie, whose son Jonathan died by suicide on her birthday, felt utterly destroyed by his loss. For years, she believed he had chosen that day to hurt her as deeply as possible. During a reading with Laura, Jonathan revealed that he had actually chosen her birthday so she would never forget him—a way to maintain their connection, not to cause pain. He then led her to discover a sign they shared—a tree with a heart next to it in her front yard—that she had planted in his honor but had forgotten about. This recognition began Leslie's healing journey, allowing her to transform her relationship with her son from one of devastating loss to one of continuing love. These experiences reveal something essential about signs from the Other Side: they shine light on our fears so we can navigate the darkness and choose higher paths of love, forgiveness, and growth. They remind us that even in our most isolated moments, we are never truly alone or without guidance. The universe speaks to us most clearly when we need it most.

Chapter 4: Animals as Messengers Between Worlds

Animals possess a remarkable sensitivity to energy and often serve as powerful messengers between our world and the Other Side. Unlike humans, who typically perceive only about 15 percent of the energy around us, animals can detect much more of the unseen world. This heightened perception makes them ideal conduits for spiritual communication, serving as bridges between dimensions in ways that science is only beginning to understand. The story of Steph and her mother Gio illustrates this beautifully. Steph had loved turtles her entire life—so much that "Turtle" became her nickname. After Steph's unexpected crossing at age thirty, her mother was devastated, feeling no connection to her daughter. During a reading, Steph came through and pointed her mother to a significant sign they shared—a tree with a ceramic heart statue planted beside it in Gio's front yard. Gio had placed these items there in memory of her daughter but had forgotten about them. Turtles became the ongoing sign between them, appearing in Gio's life at perfectly timed moments to convey Steph's continuing presence. Similarly, after Calder crossed at age seven in a tragic accident, he began sending his mother signs through deer. During a reading, he specifically promised to send his mother a deer as confirmation of his continuing presence. While visiting the Florida Keys, Calder's mother experienced an extraordinary encounter with a wild deer that approached her, allowed her to touch it, and looked deeply into her eyes before calmly walking away. This profoundly moving experience transformed her grief, showing her that while the relationship had changed form, the connection remained unbroken. Our beloved pets who cross also continue to connect with us from the Other Side. The animals we bond with during their earthly lives often become some of our most persistent and creative communicators after they cross. Lightning, a toy fox terrier who was deeply bonded with his owner, continued to make his presence known after crossing—through the sound of little paws in the hallway, whimpering outside the bathroom door (as he had done in life), and even helping locate another family dog who had gone missing. These connections aren't imagined; they represent the continuing bond between souls who have loved each other. What makes animals such effective messengers? Their innocence and freedom from analytical thinking allows them to engage more directly with the energy of our connections. They aren't hindered by doubt or skepticism—they simply respond to the energy they perceive. This is why animals often react to presences we cannot see, sensing when our loved ones from the Other Side are visiting. A woman whose son had recently crossed noted how their dog suddenly went "absolutely crazy" one day for no apparent reason. During a reading, her son confirmed he had been present and the dog had seen him. The Other Side often uses animals in nature as signs as well—sending butterflies, cardinals, dragonflies, or hummingbirds at precisely the right moment to convey messages of love and reassurance. These appearances are not random but carefully orchestrated to catch our attention and remind us of our enduring connections to those we love. Animals serve as living bridges between worlds, helping us maintain relationships that transcend physical separation and death itself.

Chapter 5: Default Signs in Everyday Life

The Other Side communicates with us through a fascinating vocabulary of "default signs"—common objects, events, and phenomena that appear in our lives in ways that defy mere coincidence. These default signs are the universe's go-to language when trying to reach us, especially before we've established our own personalized sign language. Understanding these common signs helps us recognize when the Other Side is reaching out, even if we haven't explicitly asked for communication. Electrical phenomena rank among the most frequent default signs. Light bulbs may flicker or burn out at meaningful moments, electronic devices might turn on or off inexplicably, or you might receive mysterious phone calls from disconnected numbers or even from the phones of those who have crossed. Suzannah Scully experienced this when, immediately after attending a celebration of life for her friend Scott who had died tragically while climbing Mount Kilimanjaro, she received a voicemail containing fifteen seconds of beautiful, ethereal music—from a disconnected phone number. These electrical anomalies occur because the Other Side can manipulate electromagnetic energy fields with relative ease. Number sequences represent another common default sign. You might repeatedly notice the same number pattern—perhaps 111, 444, or 1379—on clocks, license plates, receipts, or phone numbers. After Brandon crossed in a car accident, his mother Angela and his friend Bert began seeing the number 1379 everywhere. This was no coincidence; it had been Brandon's phone passcode. The repetition of significant numbers at meaningful moments is the Other Side's way of saying "I'm here" or "pay attention." Natural elements frequently serve as default signs as well. Rainbows appearing at perfectly timed moments, feathers landing in your path, or coins showing up in unlikely places (especially if they bear significant dates) all indicate the Other Side's presence. After Nancy's mother crossed, the family began finding the Queen of Hearts playing card in extraordinary circumstances—a perfect sign as they had often called their mother "the Queen of Hearts" for her loving nature. These natural signs take advantage of the Other Side's ability to manipulate physical reality in subtle but meaningful ways. Animals and insects also frequently appear as default signs—particularly butterflies, dragonflies, birds (especially cardinals), and deer. These creatures might appear at unusual times or places, linger longer than expected, or behave in particularly bold or friendly ways. Cathy Kudlack, whose husband Frank had crossed, was visited by a cardinal that appeared at her house on the anniversary of Frank's passing, making an unusual amount of noise and following her around the property—disappearing at exactly 9:10 a.m., the precise time of Frank's crossing. Meaningful coincidences, often called synchronicities, represent another form of default sign. You might think of someone you haven't seen in years only to run into them moments later, or hear a song that reminds you of a loved one immediately after thinking of them. These "coincidences" often defy statistical probability in ways that suggest more than random chance is at work. The timing of these default signs is crucial to recognizing them as communication. They tend to arrive precisely when you're thinking of someone who has crossed, facing an important decision, or experiencing emotional distress. This perfect timing is what distinguishes a sign from an ordinary occurrence. By becoming aware of these common default signs, we open ourselves to the continuous stream of communication the universe is sending our way.

Chapter 6: Intuition: Your Inner Guidance System

Intuition is perhaps the most profound yet underutilized form of communication from the Other Side—a subtle inner knowing that guides us through life's complexities without logical explanation. While many signs are external objects or events we can observe with our physical senses, intuition operates on a deeper level, speaking directly to our consciousness through feelings, hunches, and inexplicable certainties. This inner guidance system represents our most direct line to universal wisdom, though many of us have been conditioned to ignore it in favor of analytical thinking. The power of intuition is exemplified in Laura's experience driving with her daughter. As they approached a green traffic light, Laura inexplicably stopped her car, despite her daughter's confused "Ping!" signal to proceed. Seconds later, a truck ran the red light at high speed, passing directly through the intersection where they would have been. Had Laura ignored that intuitive pull to remain stationary, the consequences could have been devastating. This wasn't mere luck or coincidence but a direct intervention from her Team of Light, communicating through her intuition to protect her. This form of guidance operates through several channels. Clairsentience—feeling something without using our physical senses—often manifests as a gut feeling we can't explain but shouldn't ignore. Clairaudience might deliver messages as words or phrases that suddenly pop into our minds, distinct from our usual thought patterns. Sometimes we experience clairvoyant flashes—mental images that provide guidance or warnings. These intuitive downloads often arrive instantaneously, bypassing our rational minds to deliver crucial information when we need it most. The challenge lies in distinguishing these intuitive messages from our own thoughts, fears, or desires. Learning to recognize the difference requires practice and attention. Intuitive pulls tend to have a certain quality—they feel clear and certain, even when they contradict our logical thinking. They often arrive unexpectedly, without the usual mental chatter that accompanies our regular thoughts. And they frequently prove correct when followed, even when they seemed counterintuitive at the time. Rachel's story illustrates this beautifully. After struggling for weeks over whether to have a second child, she found herself in an airport bathroom stall, desperately waiting for a sign. When no external sign appeared, she realized the answer was already within her. "It was like she'd been hanging out on the Other Side, waiting to see if I would give us the experience of being together in this life," Rachel said of her daughter Neshama, who brought immeasurable joy to her family. The answer had always been in her heart—she just needed to trust it. For many of us, intuition is most accessible in moments of stillness or during activities that quiet the analytical mind—like showering, driving familiar routes, or performing repetitive tasks. In these states, the frontal lobe of our brain—responsible for logical thinking—steps back, allowing intuitive insights to flow more freely. This is why solutions to problems or important realizations often come to us in the shower or just before falling asleep. Learning to honor these intuitive pulls—to listen to and act upon them—is essential to navigating our highest life path. Our Teams of Light are constantly communicating with us through this inner guidance system, helping us make choices aligned with our greatest good and purpose. By trusting our intuition, we open ourselves to the wisdom of the universe and the loving guidance that surrounds us at all times.

Chapter 7: When Loved Ones Send Signs

The most emotionally powerful signs often come from those we've loved and lost—specific messages that transform grief into a continuing bond of love that transcends physical separation. These personalized communications can arrive in countless forms, uniquely tailored to reflect the relationship and personality of the sender. Unlike generalized signs from the universe, these messages carry the unmistakable signature of the individual who has crossed, often containing elements only you would recognize and appreciate. After Jonathan died by suicide on his mother Leslie's birthday, she lived for years believing he had chosen that day specifically to hurt her. During a reading with Laura, Jonathan explained that he had actually chosen that day so she would never forget him—a way to maintain their connection. He then directed her to a sign they shared—a tree with a ceramic heart placed beside it in her front yard, which she had planted in his memory but had forgotten about. This recognition transformed Leslie's grief, allowing her to move from devastation to a new relationship with her son based on continuing love and connection. These personalized signs often reflect the personality and passions of those who have crossed. Alexander's father, who had been a commanding presence in life, began sending signs involving the name "Elvis" after his crossing—appearing in everything from prints on walls to license plates reading "Elvis4U." Meanwhile, his mother began sending signs featuring giraffes (her favorite animal) paired with Eiffel Towers (representing Paris, her favorite city). These highly specific combinations left no doubt about their source, providing Alexander with ongoing confirmation of his parents' continuing presence in his life. Some of the most powerful signs involve music or songs with special meaning. When music producer Pete crossed, he began sending his wife Susan signs featuring rainbows—a reference to "Over the Rainbow," his favorite song. These rainbows appeared not just in the sky but in astonishing places like a massive rainbow sculpture built in a parking lot where his memorial service was held. Later, Pete worked with another soul on the Other Side—Randy, who had been friends with Pete's future partner David—to orchestrate a new relationship for Susan exactly four and a half years after Pete's crossing, just as he had predicted during a reading. The timing of these signs is often impeccable, arriving precisely when we need them most. After Marina lost twin boys in stillbirth, she received guidance from her father (who had crossed) that two more souls were waiting to come to her if she was willing to try again. Despite being 55 years old and having experienced multiple pregnancy losses, she followed this guidance and eventually gave birth to healthy twin boys. The twins were born almost exactly three years from the day her first twins had crossed—timing that could not be dismissed as mere coincidence. These signs create a continuing dialogue with those we've lost, transforming grief into a different kind of relationship. Instead of an ending, death becomes a transition to a new form of connection. As Leslie explained after receiving signs from her son, "We have a connection that will never go away, and now that I know that, I can live a love-based life, not a fear-based life. Because when we connect, all I feel for Jonathan is love." This transformation represents perhaps the most profound gift signs can offer—the knowledge that love truly is stronger than death.

Summary

Throughout this exploration of signs and messages from the Other Side, one fundamental truth emerges: we are all profoundly connected in ways that transcend our physical understanding of reality. The universe constantly communicates with us through a secret language of signs—not as random coincidences but as meaningful messages designed to guide us toward our highest paths and remind us that we are never truly alone. From default signs like butterflies and rainbows to personalized messages from loved ones who have crossed, these communications form a bridge between worlds that can transform our understanding of life, death, and everything in between. The most revolutionary insight this language offers is that death does not end our relationships—it merely transforms them. When we open ourselves to receiving these messages, we discover that those we've loved and lost remain active, loving presences in our lives, continuing to offer guidance, support, and connection. This awareness can heal grief in profound ways, turning what seems like an ending into a different kind of relationship based on an ongoing exchange of love and energy. Perhaps you might consider: What signs have you received but dismissed as coincidence? How might your perspective shift if you viewed these experiences as meaningful communications? By remaining mindful and receptive to the secret language all around us, we can access a dimension of existence that brings deeper meaning, connection, and purpose to our lives—revealing a universe that is infinitely more magical, loving, and interconnected than we ever imagined.

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Laura Lynne Jackson

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