I love the sound of the Cicada. It’s the sound of summer; the sun, heat and humidity accompanied by the explosion of plant growth. I found one the other day while walking through my apartment complex. It was on the ground, and dead of course, probably killed by a Cicada Killer (big nasty hornet).
Cicada is a great omen and I was thrilled to get it. It means that my energy has shifted to a more positive vibration (everything in the Universe vibrates at a specific frequency). I have recently reconnected with some old friends and it’s been a wonderful experience. The appearance of Cicada can indicate a happy time with old friends and renewing old ties. And this has certainly been the case for me.
When Cicada shows up in your life, a gift or opportunity that could surprise you is coming your way. It will bring you much joy. Also, we will tend to attract the opposite sex (or same sex if you are gay) much more easily. There will be more offers and invitations that could come out of the blue.
Sometimes Cicada reminds us of the need for change. Perhaps we are stuck in the past and reliving old memories. These feelings will hold us back as they no longer serve us. So, if that’s the case, use the energy of Cicada to help you move forward.
I was so happy to see an otter climb out of the river this morning. Otters mean playfulness and feminine power. But, then my dog who is part wolf, found it and killed it. What does this mean?
Well I was very saddened to hear that the otter was killed, since it is such a wonderful, happy creature. But these things do happen, and in your case I’d have to say that since I view dog as a symbol for friends and sticking to goals, perhaps there is a female friend of yours that is jealous, aggressive or in trouble somehow? Are you experiencing power struggles with anyone at the moment? Or are you feeling unable to manifest some long cherished goals of yours or did you stop pursuing a goal or end a friendship?
You may appreciate this tale of syncronicity. I had a cicada come visit me the other night. It sat on the picnic table in front of me for some time until an overly eager friend annoyed it away by trying to get it to climb on his finger. I thought the bug was beautiful and mentioned it in a note to a friend (of the opposite sex) who I knew as a child and had recently reconnected with. He wrote back that a cicada had stayed in his room that night and he went to sleep with it still there.
That is a wonderful synchronicity indeed!
Shelley, thank you so much for this. I just had a cicada pop onto my balcony. It was on it’s back but righted itself before I had the chance to help. As soon as he was upright, he began to sing for me. I felt such a strong vibration rush through me. I got the chills all over and felt very excited. I knew it had to be an omen. I have a book on animal totems but it doesn’t address the cicada. I did a web-search and found your blog. Interestingly, I had been thinking about an old flame with whom I’ve kept in contact over the years. We’ve both held on to a small hope that we would one day be toghether again but recently, I’ve been conflicted about whether or not to let it go. If what you say has any bearing, the time to let go may be upon me. Thank you again! Jonathan
Your are most welcome, Jonathan! I’m so glad you enjoyed the post about cicada and found it enlightening. And I’m always happy to meet a like-minded soul
By the way, I feel compelled to tell you that I’ve added your blog to my “favorites”. Your story about Hayley and your concerns about your book struck a chord with me. I definitely feel a sense of good fortune for you. May the white light of truth surround you. I look forward to reading your work!
Thank you! And may the Whirling Rainbow of Peace surround you always, as you walk the Good Red Road.
I was walking in the park and saw some movement on the asphalt walking path. I stopped and looked down and saw a big cicada, but it was moving very slowly. I stood there and stared at it for a few seconds. A woman came by with her dog and asked if I was all right, if I had lost something. It’s funny because minutes earlier I had been thinking ‘How did I lose myself?’ It looks like my energy is a little bit ahead of actual circumstances in my life at the moment.
What a very interesting synchronicity, Caryn. I love it when things like this happen! Thanks for sharing
I was outside on the back porch the other day and this might sound unbelievable but one fell dead in my lap. Would that be a bad omen.
No, I do not believe that a dead Cicada is a bad omen at all. It could mean that something is ending in your life that no longer serves you, or that you need to sever ties with someone. Interpretation of any symbol or omen can get a bit tricky if it’s not obvious what the message is pertaining to in your life. If that’s the case, meditate, reflect or journal on the symbol/omen and allow the answer to come to you after a in a day or two.
I walked out my front door the other morning and a cicada is sitting just beyond my door stop on my entrance mat on the porch. I took a few pictures and oogled over it and went on my way. I didn’t want to disturb it. Later that day my father in law heard it buzzing and went out to see and a skink lizard was in the process of trying to swallow it. I was quite bummed. Any meaning to any of this? I’ve never had a live cicada that close to my front door. It was very far from the grove of woods that I hear them in passing by in my car. A good three blocks or so from my house.
Hi Jeanie. Lizard represents dreaming, and the subconscious, so perhaps your subconscious is trying to alert you that a change is needed or an opportunity is coming, one that has been manifested by you, as I believe we are all creators of our world. The front door suggests to me that someone may be coming into your life, or an opportunity will be available to you. There may also be a man coming into your life or returning.
Oh wow, thank you! That can be applied a few aspects of my life right now. I hope it’s not a man though or one that is returning…happily married and pregnant lol. I don’t need any past men “returning”
thanks for your insight!!
You are most welcome, Jeanie! On second thought, perhaps the new “man” is a son? Blessings to you, your hubby and new baby
Nope, it’s a girl
Thank you, we are very happy! 
Blessings to you as well, Shelley!
Your site is so amazing…everytime I read, I get shivers going up and down my body… lol I had a cicada visit me, sitting on my screen right outside my window…he/she looked at me and started to sing…it was there the night before singing to me and helping me fall asleep…thought it was the greatest thing ever. I used to hear it all the time back home in South Korea, but to hear it here in the states…it’s wonderful! Thank you for having such great site in helping me and others to understand the animal spirits and their meaning to help us…
Mary
Thank you, Mary! I appreciate your kind words very much, as it lets me know that I’m on the right path, helping others through sharing my wisdom, experience and love of animals.
Shelley