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Beyond the Here and There
The world faded to black as he sat in his easy chair, laptop perched on his knees. One moment, he was absently scrolling through social media; the next, a surge of energy erupted from his core, short-circuiting his senses. Though painless, the experience left him adrift in a sea of muffled sounds and vague sensations,…
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Welcome to Heaven – Please Leave Your Robes at the Door
Welcome to the world beyond earthly limitations. We’re glad you are here. Before we go further, we want to remind you that you are in a realm where the rules of your former physical existence no longer apply. We offer this brief orientation tour before your formal life review to help you settle in and…
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The Poet’s Gift
Deep inside our lives, the Poet continually shapes our thoughts, words, and actions. Each person is gifted with an ongoing life poem that begins at birth and continues until their last breath.
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Divine Love, Self-awareness, and Spiritual Transformation
In the quest for understanding human existence and purpose, few concepts are as profound and transformative as the interplay between divine love, self-awareness, and spiritual transformation. This essay explores the intricate connections between these fundamental aspects of human experience, drawing upon spiritual and philosophical traditions that view humanity as a reflection of the divine. We…
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The Old Man and the Hypercube
The Solitary Contemplation In the hushed embrace of night, an older man sat alone, his thoughts drifting into the cosmos. He pondered the vastness of the universe and his place within it. Known for his kindness and gentle demeanor, he had lived a life of love and service. Yet, as years passed, a profound unease…
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A Father’s Prayer: Wanting Better for Those I Love
Lord, make me better today than I was yesterday and better still tomorrow than I was today. By acknowledging our limitations and seeking Divine guidance, we can tap into the fullness of our Lord’s provision and experience the abundant life She has planned for us.
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The Hidden World in My Cup
This coffee story is a metaphor for much of life. It mirrors the interconnectedness of life itself. Our daily pleasures and routines are deeply embedded in a broader ecological and social context—most of which remain hidden from us.
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No Two Alike
I have always been amazed at the differences between children–especially those from the same family. After all, each of them had approximately the same opportunities, the same moral teachings, and all were treated more or less equally. I have three grandchildren who are all about the same age but couldn’t be more different. Each is…
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The Soul’s Search for a Place of Its Own
This is Jane’s new swing set. We bought this for her shortly after my son and his family bought their first home. It seemed the time had come for them to leave the small apartment they had been living in since their early marriage to buy a place of their own. There comes a time…
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A Hole in the Yard
The dead of winter isn’t the best time to take pictures of anything–especially one’s backyard. As bad as this picture makes my yard appear, it does help to reveal things that I need to do if I am to make my yard ready for the coming spring.