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Reminders of Heaven

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December 7, 2023 Christmas was just around the corner, and the air was filled with the kind of magic only the holidays bring. My daughter had been talking about one thing for months—her dream of having a dog. Each time she mentioned it, her eyes sparkled with a longing that melted my heart. I decided there could be no better gift for her first real Christmas memory than the joy of a puppy. The idea consumed me and I knew what I had to do. I set off on an eight-hour journey, every mile filled with thoughts of her excitement, the sound of her laughter, and the warmth of her embrace when she saw the surprise. When I returned home, nestled in a soft blanket beside me was a golden retriever puppy—exactly the breed her mother had once suggested. As I held the puppy in my arms, the sight of his golden fur brought an unexpected rush of nostalgia. My mind drifted to my own childhood and my first dog, Shadow, a loyal chow chow with a name inspired by a beloved movie from my youth, Homeward Bound...

Roots of Universal Truth

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October 20, 2023 – In the stillness of a moment, I was shown a vision. Before me stretched the void—an infinite expanse, the original blank canvas, untouched and limitless. From this emptiness, something extraordinary began to emerge. A colorful mist, almost alive, materialized. It was gaseous, shimmering like a kaleidoscope caught in perpetual motion. The hues within it shifted fluidly—no single shade could define it. Like a chameleon, the mist combusted and transformed as it moved I noticed a trail resembling a worm, vibrant and deliberate in its movement. As the mist continued it gave birth to something profound: the Tree of Life. Suspended in this ethereal space, the tree hung weightlessly, its roots, trunk, and crown each emanating a quiet power. The roots extended into the void, tethering it to the unseen. The base pulsed with vitality, a steady rhythm of creation. And the crown—oh, the crown! It was the universe itself. Stars, planets, and galaxies sprawled across its branches, ...

Renewed by Grace

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October 16 2023 – A month that would forever be etched into the tapestry of my soul—the day I truly gave my life to God. For as long as I could remember, I had strived to be a good person. But no matter how hard I tried, there was always this elusive mark just beyond my reach, an intangible standard that made me feel inadequate. I cared deeply about the opinions of those I loved. Their approval felt like sunlight, and their disapproval cast shadows over my heart. It pained me deeply when they thought poorly of me, and though my love for them was genuine, I now see how their judgments had unwittingly tethered me. I’ve since learned that this need for validation can be a subtle form of control and manipulation, but back then, I didn’t know. All I felt was sadness—until God stepped in. God was my unwavering source of joy, my constant in a world full of shifting tides. For years, I had been dedicated to Him, seeking a closer relationship, yearning for something deeper. That day in October,...

Sacred Heartstrings

June 29, 2022 – The day began like any other, but by early afternoon, an unshakable weight settled on my chest. It wasn’t physical pain in the traditional sense—it was deeper, a sharp, breaking sensation that felt as though it came from my very soul. I couldn’t pinpoint why, but I knew something was wrong. My heart ached in a way I hadn’t experienced in over a decade. The kind of ache you never truly forget. As the hours dragged on, the sensation intensified, spreading through me like a silent alarm. It wasn’t fear or panic; it was a profound knowing that reached beyond explanation. I wasn’t worried for myself, and my instincts didn’t guide me to call 911. Instead, they urged me toward my family. My intuition screamed that the cause of my pain wasn’t internal—it was connected to the people I love. I called my children first. Relief washed over me as I heard their voices; they were safe, as were their mothers. My brother, who was out of town visiting family, reassured me he was fine as ...

Strawberry Supermoon

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June 15, 2022 – Carried an air of quiet anticipation as I laced up my sneakers for a late-night cardio session. The clock read 11:47 PM when I stepped into the cool embrace of the night, my destination the nearby park. The streets were empty, the world seemingly at rest, yet above me, the heavens stirred with a display that felt anything but ordinary. As I approached the park, my gaze was drawn upwards—and there it was. The moon, radiant and full, glowed with an intensity that defied its usual gentle demeanor. It looked almost like the sun, casting an eerie, silvery brilliance over the landscape. A peculiar dark, striped cloud draped itself across the moon's surface like a veil, adding to the surreal scene. For a moment, I stood transfixed, the celestial display tugging at some primal part of my being. The hue of the moon seemed off—was it red? Orange? I couldn't quite place it, but the sight was magnetic, demanding to be captured. I reached for my phone and snapped a picture,...

Symbols of Shared Moments

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November 15, 2021  –  The day unfolded with a rare warmth, the kind that made every moment with family feel like a treasure. We started with an outing, savoring a meal together while laughter mingled with the clinking of silverware. My son's birthday was only days away, and the air buzzed with quiet excitement as we browsed for gifts. His wide-eyed wonder and the joy of planning something special made the day glow with anticipation. The drive home felt unhurried, as if the world itself wanted us to linger in this bubble of familial joy. Then, as we turned a corner, the sky opened its palette, and there it was—an arc of vivid colors spanning the heavens. The rainbow wasn’t just a passing spectacle; it was bold and alive, almost commanding attention. We pulled over, unable to ignore its beauty, and stood together, mesmerized. Its colors seemed to pulse with a quiet power, as if nature itself was celebrating with us. I took out my phone to capture it, but no photo could do justic...

Shadows in the Canopy

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October 16, 2021 – Began like any other day in my commitment to daily cardio. But something was off; I wasn’t feeling my best. A quiet, insistent nudge within me suggested a change of pace. "Take a nature walk," it seemed to say. That voice led me to choose a hike instead, and the closest trail was Anthony’s Nose. The name resonated with me—it felt like a sign, as if it connected to my brother, Anthony. The drive was uneventful, the air crisp and cool as I parked my car and embarked on this mini adventure. The trail unfolded predictably at first, its dirt path winding through a dense forest. But as I pressed deeper, an unshakable sensation crept over me: I was being watched. It wasn’t a loud fear, but rather a subtle, persistent unease, like an unseen gaze tracing my steps. I paused, scanning my surroundings. Nothing. The forest was still, holding its secrets. Yet, the feeling stayed with me. Pushing through the discomfort, I reached the summit. The view was breathtaking—a ca...

Shaping the Cosmos

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October 12, 2021 – Began like any other evening in my routine, with cardio as my sanctuary—a time to reset, reflect, and reconnect with the world around me. But that night, the universe had something extraordinary in store. As I neared the water, the sight above stopped me mid-stride. Against the vast expanse of a darkened sky, the moon hung low, luminous and full of quiet majesty. Yet it wasn’t just the moon that caught my eye—it was the shape of a cloud, soft yet deliberate, like an ethereal hand stretching across the heavens to cradle the glowing orb. The alignment was so perfect, so uncanny, that it felt as if the sky itself had been scripted. The reflection on the water below only deepened the magic. The moon’s light stretched in a radiant column, mirrored perfectly by the stillness of the surface. The image was breathtaking, a celestial embrace that seemed both natural and supernatural. It was a moment suspended in time, where the boundaries between the divine and the mu...

Sky Full of Questions

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October 3, 2021 – Was an ordinary evening—or so it seemed at first. As part of my daily routine, I laced up my sneakers and set out for my usual cardio session. Exercise has always been more than just movement for me; it’s a form of meditation, a way to unravel my thoughts and re-center. That evening, the sky was mesmerizing. A canvas of fading light with just enough depth to make you pause. Compelled by my love for photography, I stopped mid-stride and raised my phone to the heavens, capturing a moment that felt worth preserving. At the time, it was simply a beautiful picture. It wasn’t until much later, when my thoughts circled back to the events of that night, that I revisited the photo. And there they were—two glowing anomalies suspended in the sky, unconnected to any discernible object. They weren’t the streaks of an airplane’s path or the blink of a star. Just two distinct lights, hanging there, unexplained. Airplane? Maybe. Something else? I couldn’t say for sure. All I...