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  • Lauren Brill shared a letter in the Group logo of Magical MomentsMagical Moments group 8 months, 2 weeks ago

    This is why I believe in magic

    Dear Unsealers,

    When I was a little girl, my grandfather bounced me on his knee and sang “Three Little Fishes” as I giggled through the song. All he ever wanted was for me to feel joy in life. He died when I was 13. It was my first experience with overwhelming grief, and I was devastated. I coped by leaning into the idea that my grandfather was watching over me and cheering me on in all my pursuits.

    He used to tell me that the rain was good luck. So, whenever it rained during big moments of my life, I believed it was my grandfather signaling to me, “Don’t worry, I am here.” It rained at my high school graduation. It rained when I scored big goals in soccer. It rained when I interviewed for my dream job as a sports anchor. It poured the day I was offered that job, which happened to be my late grandfather’s birthday. It seemed like it was always raining on the most important days of my life, which only cemented my belief that my grandfather was watching out for me.

    However, on November 30, 2022, it was a clear night in Miami — not a cloud in the sky. I decided to attend a networking event for people in Miami who work in technology. There, I made eye contact with this tall, handsome man. He started talking to me, and after telling him about my company, The Unsealed, he told me that he had founded an online company when he was younger. He said his site received 20,000 organic hits daily (that’s a lot). And so, I started asking many questions — it was rapid-fire, one after the other. At some point, he stopped me and said, “Do you want to continue this conversation over tacos?” And so, we left and ate Mexican street corn and tacos on a picnic table outside a restaurant that doubles as a speakeasy.

    It didn’t take me long to realize that this man was kind, intelligent, classy, funny, and thoughtful. From that day forward, we started spending a lot of time together: dinners, events, and even weekend trips. As I opened up to him about my past and my pain, he listened closely. He asked questions, and he never judged me. One time, we were watching a movie, and I had a flashback from my sexual assault. I put the pillow over my head and asked him to change the channel quickly. He turned off the TV, and as my eyes started to well up with tears, he said, “Come here, let me hold you.” When I shared my fears and insecurities about building a company, he said, “Lauren, think of the ten smartest people you’ve ever encountered, and I promise you at least nine of them couldn’t do what you’ve done.” To this day, he always follows through when he makes a promise to me, whether it be a trip to a foreign place or to my favorite restaurant. From the beginning, he has known when I am happy, anxious, frustrated, or hungry — just by the look on my face — and has responded accordingly. He is so in tune with who I am and how I feel that it seems as though my peace is his priority.

    Even so, early in our relationship, I was afraid to trust the authenticity of his love. I had been disappointed so many times in love and relationships, and I was on edge, just waiting for the shoe to drop — just waiting for something to go wrong. I couldn’t live in the moment as I was too afraid it would soon end. One night, he was on his computer while I was resting on his couch, and I randomly asked him what his name meant in his culture. He was in the middle of working and responded, “I don’t know — something with water.” So I googled it. His name translates as “the God of rain.”

    In disbelief, that was the moment I began to let myself love and be loved. That was the moment I started to trust my partner and the universe. It was the reassurance I needed to know I was safe. About a year later, he proposed to me on the boardwalk at Disney World. We are getting married in a few months, and I am so excited. Falling in love has enriched my life and made the present moment so special, so much so that it has made me believe that magic exists in all of our lives.
    For years, the rain was a way for me to stay connected to the joy my grandfather brought me, but now, it’s what allowed me to embrace the joy right before me.

    With immense hope and gratitude,

    Lauren

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    • A beautiful story! Many rainy days ahead are wished for you {{{{Lauren}}}}.

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    • Oh my heart! This might be the most beautiful love story I’ve ever heard. I’m so happy you found someone who is such a safe place for you. This is the new standard I want to teach my daughter!! One of my favorite songs is “Your Hideaway” by Josh Groban. If you haven’t heard it give it a listen ❤️

      P.S. I love making playlists for people (music is…read more

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      • Thank you for sharing your truth Lauren. I find it so inspiring to acknowledge the magic in our lives. Hearing how others are touched only reinforces magic itself. e hā`ule ka ua i kou pu`uwai me ka ha`alele `ole
        Is Hawaiian May the rain fall upon your heart without abandon

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      • @alyssa I just went and listened to the song. I love it. Thank you so much for the kind words and for cheering on my joy. I love that you are teaching your daughter to set the bar high. Sendings hugs. <3 Lauren

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    • Oh my gosh! This made me cry it’s so sweet. I truly believe you will always have your grandfather watching over you and he found your fiance before you did! You are amazing and I’m so happy you are able to embrace that joy and trust. You deserve the world. Congratulations on the engagement. 💜💜

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      • Aww thank you so much. I believe that too and YOU ARE AMAZING. You are so filled with love and kindness and it makes me feel so happy! Thank you for being a light in this world and thanks for the congrats! <3 Lauren

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    • Lauren, I loved your story!!! It is a beautiful love story. I am so glad you get to experience that:) My daughter and I both was brought to tears of how sweet and wonderful that story was. I wish you blessings on blessings on your continuous life of love!!!

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    • This story gave me the sweetest happy tears and like the good warm goosebumps! I’m such a believer in signs from our loved ones on the other side ❤️ so beautiful! Congratulations and wishing you both a lifetime of happiness!

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  • Timothy T. Willett shared a letter in the Group logo of PoetryPoetry group 8 months, 3 weeks ago

    A word picture of my soul...

    To start at the top from the beginning
    My plan was to drop myself from this living
    Moving over to the left you’ll see
    The pot I grew and smoked at need
    Moving down will sum up the whole page
    Cuz this life sux so I found rage
    Up to the left is 3 empty bottles of Jack
    And with one left to go you know trouble will attack
    And if you drink all of this bourbon
    A migraine I think is what you’ll be burning
    Up in the corner with the Marlboro cigarettes
    Is a tipped bottle of vodka I’ll never forget
    Cuz every morning on the way to school
    With coffee and vodka I’d try to be cool
    Manson up there to sing about the drugs
    With heroin to share my two-timed love
    And a Zippo I always collected
    To cook on a spoon what I injected
    AC/DC is music to my ears
    And Budweiser is the king of beers
    And if these beers are in your fridge
    Then there is a killer in the kitchen in which you live
    The cigarette butt shows the most
    Of how the cigarettes I smoke are gross
    With Rolling Rock beer and kinky games to play
    And a bottle of crown Royal I’m King of the day
    The long line of beautiful Fame
    Are women goddesses who make me want to change
    The colorful square of cartoons down there
    Is it made up fantasy so life ain’t so bear
    The clown is me the poem is mine
    Jail is my box and life is my time
    And the poem says: “Clown in a box”
    (This clown broke down cornered in his room
    Inside he found no escape from his Doom
    He loves his clown inside the box
    Let’s shoved back down under pressure and a lock
    Cuz he alone is much the same
    In his empty home he goes insane
    But what’s not the same as the Jack in the box
    Is that he feels pain from life’s hard knocks
    And we all know when life has him down
    Because he won’t show the true face of a real clown
    It’s no big deal because life is a joke
    But his pain is real and his heart is broke
    Now over time his tears are dry
    Through all the years he’s had to cry
    So no longer can this clown show any pain
    From the box he has found only himself to blame.)
    The Harley-Davidson will be my next bike
    It’s been a dream my entire life
    The beautiful cheeks you see from the back
    Represents the only good crack
    As I saw the beautiful ass
    My jaw dropped down and unwinded fast
    America is the land of the free
    But sex drugs and rock and roll is what it is to me
    When you enter the center I’m a monster inside
    A suffering rebel poet freak with no place to hide
    The Christmas holiday is my worst
    And Pantera will always be first
    The watch on the side is there to remind
    It’s time to change and not rewind
    And with an Irish blessing added to the list
    Art doesn’t get any more modern than this.

    I wrote this at Correctional Treatment Facility in the year 2000, Toledo Ohio

    Drawing on top done by: Julia Speedy
    http://www.julialovestomakeart.com

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    • Timothy, your life sounds like it has been crazy! Throughout all that you have been through, you have maintained such a kind heart and stayed true to yourself. I admire that. You are so strong and I always enjoy reading your poems. Keep it up ♥

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      • Harper V,

        Thank you so much, it is because of you and people like you that I keep on going. Keep being who you are, God did a great work on you ❤️❤️‍🩹❤️

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  • By 2 quotes I live...

    First is first- as Jesus says:
    “Come unto me, and ye shall find rest”!
    Also saying, “The Truth makes free”…
    This jailbird found his heavenly wings!
    Also many blind are now made to see!

    Made is not forceful-Made=Cause,
    Because of the great goodness of Him-
    We are compelled to keep his laws…
    Even if it’s alone it’s perfect for this Tim!

    Because the law is Love, I can trust that,
    Grace from above to all of us Street Rats!
    He sent, He lives, always did exist-
    The self-sufficient King,
    In need of nothing on his list…
    Except you! He carries in hand,
    You’re his priceless Jewel –
    Please understand.
    He gave His life for you to live,
    Eternity passed all, please come to Him 🙏

    Be pure and be true
    To this God- man who made,
    I know it sounds cruel-
    But by His blood we’re saved!!!
    For all eternity He changes not His mind,
    You were on top of His every thought-
    When death closed His eyes…

    But only for 3 days,
    He walked right out of the tomb,
    In hell he made his bed-
    Like a weekend hotel room.
    Yes he suffered God’s wrath…
    And he suffered for you!

    Again you are all this King of kings need,
    Take him at his Word
    Your restful soul is guaranteed!
    He prepares for you a special custom place
    Fitting you so well just let it be,
    Perfect beauty placed in heaven’s seat!

    Nothing in our hands-
    Everything He gives,
    Come to His Fountain of Life…
    And buy these 2 quotes live!!!

    9-25-24

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    • Timothy, your poems always impress me, and you have improved so much as a writer! I love this poem because it shows how much Jesus has touched you, and all of these things you have realized have allowed you to improve your mind and your life. I am so happy for how far you have come. Keep up the great work!

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      • Harper V,

        Thank you so much for all of your encouragement you always give me! I appreciate it so much and it’s one of the big reasons why I keep going on.
        You have a wonderful way with words of encouragement, that’s probably one of your many gifts. God is so amazing in my life actually He’s amazing in everybody’s life we just don’t always…read more

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  • Special Note:

    Here is a message I would face death for-
    If I could deliver it to an open-minded world.
    Whereas Christ came to save sinners like me,
    Of whom I beg to differ-that myself is the chief.
    Four times Gospel=Good News
    A spiritual hospital for souls with the blues!
    Exciting, Vibrant, Exploding Truth for you…
    No matter who you are-it applies to you!
    He tells us how to be safe, to be free!
    Jesus’ own words, “Come follow me”.
    heavy loads made light-shining in the dark of night,
    He has the same path for all-come to His Grace for Life!
    Telling Perfect Truth from beginning to end,
    Though there’s no such with Him-He is eternal Friend!
    Let Him, let Him, let Him
    Remove doubt, strife, and fear of things-
    With Him you can/will be happy to win,
    Watch Him fulfill your every dream!
    May take some time-Relationships grow,
    He (Jesus) is the Perfect One to know!
    And knowing Him is Perfect Peace,
    Not knowing Him is no Peace at all-
    Because He is the Prince of Peace to all!
    Never can any take His place-
    Come for Salvation, where all our wrongs are erased!
    …Yes-Jesus saves!
    I’ve learned a 45 year lesson,
    At Camp Neosa as a kid,
    But I was a mad kid-
    I’ll bury my treasure in the ground, said I…
    Could not this message that I hid-even give a try?
    It is Perfect-will not trespass any,
    And those who find it are not many.
    So share we will-the Living Water spill…
    Into the souls-so thirsty drought-
    Sharing saving faith-to receptive hearts on route!

    Then never can the dark prevail!

    God Bless you!!!

    9-3-24

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    • Timothy, you have improved so much as a writer throughout the poems of yours that I have read. You are doing an incredible job, keep it up! Jesus can save us from so many things. I am so glad he has walked with you throughout your journey through life and that you have become so connected to him. Great message ♥

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      • I would not be able to advance in writing at all if it were not for your thanks and appreciation it means a whole lot ✍️ to me ❤️‍🩹

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  • Timothy T. Willett shared a letter in the Group logo of PoetryPoetry group 9 months, 2 weeks ago

    Unseal the Appreciation:

    My poem has read, last in line…
    “I have no worth in mine own eye”.
    Weather burned me-early age to start,
    Cannot I see the lie of this part?
    …And even think to give love a try
    Before bitter I sink to death and die?
    For if I have not to respect myself,
    How can I ever comfort anyone else?
    No matter the cause-No matter the reason
    I need not to know-Just believe new season!
    Have not I to grow 45 years old?
    For that is what turned me 2 days ago…
    If 40 years old I was at age 12,
    Then where now alive am I on the shelf?
    Need not to know that either-Rather good to exist…
    Regardless of child-hood lost and missed.
    Feelings of mine-I think matter not,
    When I can still find a caring/sharing spot.
    Nor how, I don’t know-But feel love in the air,
    Though I’ll not steal it-belonging to someone fair.
    For if this gift I ever can find,
    I’ll no longer be pissed-When good is mine!
    Forgetting the past-a job easily not done
    When 40 years masked-this hatred was dumb!
    Good people say I matter, every life there is
    Can no longer get sadder-Because Optimism lives!
    Many lessons learned, to build my neighbor up,
    As when I care for mine own self…
    Love overflows-and clean is the cup!

    Thank You The Unsealed!!!

    9-4-24

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    • Timothy, this poem inspires me in many ways. You are so right that if we do not respect ourselves, we cannot possibly comfort and be there for others. Sometimes, being optimistic is difficult. Despite this, it is the best way to live a happy and full life. Thank you for sharing!

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      • I’m so thankful for that encouragement is such a blessing ❤️ it makes my level of appreciation sore through the ceiling 😊 I’ve searched for words to explain gratitude but came up at such a loss, that’s because Jesus gives peace that passes all understanding. I owe Him my all as well as every one of you at the Unsealed. Thank you for being a…read more

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    • Aww Timothy. This is so sweet. I can see and feel the transformation of your attitude and perspective in this piece. I am also so touched that The Unsealed was/is so impactful to you. Sending hugs <3 Lauren

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  • db-cooper submitted a contest entry to Group logo of Write a poem (or letter) about a turning point in your lifeWrite a poem (or letter) about a turning point in your life 9 months, 3 weeks ago

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  • Don't take life for granted (second chance)

    One message I have for every person in the world is don’t take life for granted because tomorrow isn’t promised anything can happen to yourself or your loved one. I for one took life for granted and I lost my soul pet, you may ask what you mean by that well If I didn’t go out as much to be with friends or be busy with work and had taken care of my Mitsu aka my black cat he would have still been here with me and not get sick too easily and quickly. One thing I regret is not taking him to the doctor’s first thing instead I waited until he got worse, he was always meowing at night in pain and I always thought he wanted attention, but he was just in pain I think about how I failed as a cat mom because I couldn’t do much at first but overall, I loved and cared for my Mitsu he knew that because everyone abandoned him, abused him, locked him in cages but with me he was free to do whatever and he was happy. I remember every morning he would come into my room by opening the door with his head and get on top of the bed waiting for my mom to give me my breakfast which was tea and biscuits and Mitsu waited for my mom to give him biscuits and once she did, Mitsu ate all the biscuit he could. All the memories I have of Mitsu are blessings I’m glad that I could share my life with him, and that he could share his love and commitment with me, he showed me a pet’s love is pure and more trustworthy than a person’s love because a pet is more loyal than certain people. My message to everyone in the world is don’t life for granted because life isn’t promised tomorrow, life is precious and people and pets are also precious I took life for granted and lost my Mitsu but God gave me another chance on make things right with now my Mocha aka my black kitten spending lots of time with him, taking care of him and making my Mitsu proud from heaven.

    Jacqueline Sonia

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  • Timothy T. Willett shared a letter in the Group logo of PoetryPoetry group 10 months, 3 weeks ago

    I'm no fool...

    I walked in the house-huge it was,
    seems I walked for miles.
    May a church mouse-full of love,
    Begetting me on trial?

    What are you doing here-I heard,
    Why such the long face without smile?
    Then at the top-I overheard,
    “Child, be thankful for the whiles.”

    I thought, “How silly-in the kitchen here,
    What a great-aged bottle of wine…
    Sure would taste good-I wish I could,
    Drink the sweet of this vine”!

    Then I thought, “I’m just a branch,
    On the true Vine I hang…
    No need to feel fine with fake romance,
    God’s Goodness caused me to change”!

    How would be-if I got caught,
    Cheating on my Lord?
    Then came to me-in my mind brought,
    A Word sharper than all 2-edged swords…

    It cut my thinking away from drinking,
    Saying, “Look straight with thine eyes…
    For if you drank, and even gave thanks-
    Your foolishness would prove unwise”!

    Then I just looked a little farther to see-
    A deceiving snake staring back at me.
    He said, “Just drink, I may not bite…
    But I will sting and mar your life”!

    So I looked again and heard with all,
    My common sense telling me-not to take the fall!
    So I didn’t, I quit it-And I will drink no more…
    For when I get tempted-my Overcomer is the Lord!!!

    PRAISE HIM!!!

    Timothy T 🙂

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  • School of grace...

    As a child, I went so mild-to the Best School in the world
    Southeast Elementry, Kindergarden was plenty-even grade 3 had a sweet girl.
    Poor with nothing else, but was so happy-most everyone had such cool stuff.
    Free to learn Mr. and Mrs. alphabet-and the menu at lunch was so much!
    So I learned how to put those letters together, and write my heart so young
    And never thought I’d see the day-I’d be writing from “The Unsealed” Love!
    The kids then at School, I remember so cool-how they all truly was
    Now yrs. gone by, they still are cool-though life makes me cry from above!
    Was not fair for them, nor me, nor any-how things turned out as they did,
    Though tradgety so far makes many alarmed-Adults reap the good sown as kids.
    So all to find, all reap some good-at different levels, experiance normally would
    Take the cons with the pros-could of been a prep, but had to be a hood.
    Went so fast, I tried like crazy-to keep my grand childhood free…
    But was taken soon, as a swift blast-so God gave Grace to me!!!
    By grade 6 I was sick of the sticks, where my Dad moved us all out so-
    Therefore I took and ran away-and ran so mad, everywhere I did go!
    Drunk and high all the time-every reality I had to escape
    My lost soul out of control-so long my madness, lived in the hate.
    But this is not about, how I dropped out-of the Southeast Pirates School
    It’s about how I wanted all along-again to be so happy and cool 🙂
    More yrs. gone by, deeply stuck in pride-But bottomed desire comply,
    To the time I wished I could be-the such happy kid I thought to hide.
    Then from the Best School in the world, to the school of streets’ hard knocks-
    I waited, and waited, and waited a lot…Until by God I was finally caught!
    Then He took me to the place-And enrolled me in the School of Amazing Grace!
    Now by the faith of my inner child-He took me off trial-For Jesus to pay my fair!
    And I tell you all the while-come to find out, He really always did care!!! 🙂
    October 18th, a life-changer indeed, He made this broken man complete-
    And showed me the way to jump in the hole, and guide the others out of defeat!
    Yes, I graduated and He gave to me-Eternal Life when I was dead…
    Now everyday is made brand new-in the School of God’s Grace Again!!! 🙂

    Yes, Dear world, on His time-He made my dream come true!!! 🙂

    *PRAISE HIM*

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    • Timothy, great work! I am so happy that you have found this path in your life. It has clearly changed you in so many ways and for the better. Even though you faced some tough times, your perseverance has always been stronger than that. I love it! Keep up the great work. ♥

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      • Harper V thank you so much for your kind comments they are very encouraging you’re also a blessing and do great work too keep it up and always be an encourager that helps so many people out including me thank you and God bless. ❤️‍🩹

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        • Aww, thank you for the compliment! I always try to be encouraging to whoever needs it and I am glad to have encouraged you, even just a little bit!!

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  • Being in love with love

    Being in love with love
    It first starts within
    Being in love with self
    Then with strangers, family and friends
    Learning to love yourself even
    When in doubt
    Learning to stand alone while figuring everything out
    Healing from traumas that others may not know
    Stepping into your purpose
    Doing your part, so that more love in the world can grow
    Being in love with love is spreading peace, happiness and positivity
    Being in love with love is loving others outside of me
    Being in love with love is loving all……unconditionally
    This is the biggest lesson I’ve learned and wanted to share
    That no matter what we go through in life
    Still show someone else love, and that you’ll always be there
    Someone else may have it worse than you
    Someone else may need the strength that lives inside of you
    So showing love even when you don’t feel it
    Is the best healing that you can do
    Being in love with love is understanding that within you is where it begins
    I am in love with love
    Because I know now that in a world full of hurt, evil and pain……..
    Spreading love is the only true way we all can win.

    EraYah Gabriyal

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    • EraYah, this is a beautiful poem. I love the meaning behind your words. Being in love with love is something we are all capable of if we choose happiness, acceptance, and kindness each day. You are so right that the only way we can win is by showering others with love when they need it most. Thank you for sharing!

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  • Timothy T. Willett shared a letter in the Group logo of PoetryPoetry group 10 months, 3 weeks ago

    My Chrome Book...

    My nephew messed up
    On his “Chrome Book”…
    So it was given to me.
    Now it is mine to look and see,
    Only the things that are clean.
    A great opportunity to prove,
    That worldly lust will loose!
    An opportunity to share with all
    Of the One able-to stop every fall!
    A possible chance to be promoted
    By the One to Whom-my life is devoted!
    A very great way to get in touch
    Of the ones in time past-
    Of whom I may not have said enough!

    A great time to learn and grow
    Improving more on things I ought to know.
    May I even be going back to school,
    With this little computer-that’s pretty cool!

    Greatest of all, a way to overcome
    The traps set up for me-I’ve fallen through some.
    But I trust in the Great Grace of God…
    That I’m an Overcomer-through His Word I trod!
    By that same sweet Grace-
    He always lets me know,
    He is my heart-monitor…
    Wherever I go!!!

    Titus 79 🙂

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    • Congrats on the new computer. I hope you use it to make all your dreams come true and more. I can’t wait to read all the brilliant poetry you write. <3 Lauren

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      • Thank you so much Lauren, I do so appreciate all the encouragement from you-you are such a blessing in my life!!! 🙂

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      • Lauren, I wish I could talk to you. Not as between a man and woman, but as someone who I believe would be able to understand me and possibly be able to help-probably even with some answers. I probably won’t be able to, and that’s all right. But I believe God somehow does and He likes taking broken people like me and loves to fix them. Know for…read more

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  • True Story

    I’ve had a few dreams already come true, but some I’m still working on. But with hard work and dedication, I’m sure I’ll make it happen. My most recent dream that came true, was being featured in a best seller’s book.

    Growing up, I always used to read the, Chicken Noodle Soup For The Soul books. They were books made for kids, teenagers, adults, pretty much for anyone who enjoyed them.

    They had inspirational stories, poems and sometimes even songs written in them from real people and their real life experiences. True stories. I loved reading them whenever I was down, upset or just needed something to lift my spirits. Those stories of others always inspired me in some ways. Ways that helped me understand that whatever I was facing at the moment, others had gone through them too, if not sometimes worse. But somehow, those whose story I was reading, they made it out on the other side of whatever it was that they were facing. Which gave me hope and strengthen my faith that I would too.

    After reading those books, I always dreamed of being featured in one of those books. So that I could tell my story just like they did, and inspire others, just like how they inspired me. I just didn’t know how I could make that happen. I didn’t give up, I just was unsure of how it would happen.

    Until one day, while strolling through Facebook, I saw an ad for a writing contest for a website called Unsealed. At first, I thought that it’s just a chance to write and release some of the things that I needed to release as while starting my healing journey. But then I saw and realized that it was so much more. That it’s a community of people, writers, artists, friends to share their stories and also listen to each other, to uplift one another. Which I love. Not to mention, my story that I shared would be featured in a book. A book that is very similar to the books that I read and wanted so badly to be a part of. It wasn’t that exact book, but still my dream of my story being shared in a book, for a chance to be read by someone that could also inspire them……. My dream finally came true.

    I do wish to do more, because I have a lot of stories to share. I want to take this time to thank everyone involved in the creation and success of The Unsealed community/website/books. You’ve helped me continue to do the work necessary for my healing journey, and you helped me make one of my dreams come true all while being introduced to some amazing people that I too can learn from. Sharing our stories in love and showing true compassion towards one another. See, dreams really do come true. True Story.

    EraYah GabriYal

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    • Aww, this is so sweet! The Unsealed community is happy to have you here and is always there for you when you need to talk about anything. There are many people in this environment here to help you through tough times, whether it’s relating to you or giving you advice on how to get through it, a helping hand is always there. Can’t wait to hear more…read more

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  • I set you free!

    Dear little Antoinette,

    We are on a trip down memory lane. While I thought I was just planning a trip to show our family where life started, you were planning a healing adventure. We’ve cried a lot. We hung out a lot. And we’ve gotten to know each other better.

    I loved letting you lead as our children got to meet your carefree spirit. Swinging from ropes to drop into the very cold springs, canoeing down the peaceful river, jumping off platforms! Making core memories with our babies on the swings right outside of our cabin in the woods. Showing our husband the fearlessness within on hikes through the wilderness.

    I know leaving was hard, and you didn’t understand why we had to go and you hadn’t a say so. Thank you for allowing me to meet you at our old house and console your pain. Seeing you jumping up and down, scream “Why did we leave?” Was heartwrenching. Yet, wrapping my arms around you as you sobbed, in the most healing way was the absolute highlight of this journey. Despite spending the majority of our lives in South Florida, North Florida is and will forever be home; I know that now. Soon enough we will be back home. Patiently waiting is one thing we find challenging, however, if you allow me to take the lead we will be back!

    You are so brave! You are so carefree! You are so fearless! You are so adventurous! You are so authentically you! I’m so grateful to have spent this time together, and to have introduced you to my family! Thank you for reminding me of who we are at the core. What you have done for me is honestly indescribable! Now, what I will do for you is, set you free!

    I love you always!
    Forever – Me

    Antoinette Lucila Gonzalez

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    • Antoinette, what a beautiful letter! I am so proud of you for adapting to the new environment and staying so strong even though you were upset. I am happy that you have found a place to call home and that you can always look back on your inner child for reassurance. She would be thrilled to know she grew up to be an amazing person ♥

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  • Don’t Remain Suppressed

    To my younger self.
    Don’t remain suppressed.
    Perplexed.
    What’s next?
    Hard-pressed.
    Constantly stressed.
    Life’s a mess.
    Nevertheless.
    Let out my younger self.
    Emotionally flex.
    Don’t compete complement.
    Out loud in text.
    No’s and yes.
    Dirty and fresh.
    Poor and blessed.
    Let out my younger self
    Don’t remain suppressed.

    Kelly Wolff

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    • Kelly, I love this!! Do not suppress your childhood self! She is the first chapter of your story and even though there may have been things you don’t want to remember or regrets that you may have from that time, you can’t ever forget about her. Don’t leave her in the past just because you have changed. Celebrate her! It may be difficult, but I…read more

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  • I like the way…

    I like the way you try to help others in certain situations and give advice
    I like the way you get your eyebrows sharper than a fingernail
    I like the way you have a open mind about anything or anyone
    I like the way you’re learning how to communicate and be patient
    I like the way you have a fear of rollercoasters but aren’t afraid to jump out a plane
    I like the way you value alone time even though your friends are awesome
    I like the way you smile even when you’re sad some days
    I like the way you can sing the alphabet with your mouth closed and type a whole paragraph with your eyes shut
    I like the way you’re not afraid to be harsh and be straight-forward with anyone
    I like the way you stopped crying everyday for something sad and instead crying for something joyful

    Jacqueline Sonia

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  • To My Lost Loved Ones.

    I lost so many; how do I choose to write about just one?
    I often feel like I have no pulse, or I am numb.
    I embrace the warmth of the bright sun.
    This is to my lost loved ones.
    I have been blessed to have a life of inspiration.
    They taught me how to navigate through aggravation.
    I can still feel their presence and see their faces.
    How can I feel so sad and at the same time so amazing?
    My angels, my lost loves, my broken pieces of my heart turned into a beautiful puzzle.
    The puzzles of memories placed in a frame make it emotional and lovable.
    If I could get back that one dance, that one kiss, that one hug, I would be more huggable.
    If only I could go back in the past and get into that good trouble.
    To my lost loved ones, please keep a place for me and make sure it’s fun.
    I miss all of you, so many, too many to count, there is no way I could just pick one.
    Remember to cherish the now as the past can never become undone.
    A big thank you to my lost loved ones.

    Kelly Wolff

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    • Kelly, I am so sorry for your loss. Losing several people close to you can be so difficult to cope with. The memories and lessons that you correlate to these people are what will be with you forever. I am so happy that you got to experience such joy with these people. You are strong and will get through this! ♥

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    • Kelly, I have lost a lot of people too, so I totally relate to this piece. I am glad you can feel warmth in the memories. Sending love and hugs. Thank you for sharing. <3 Lauren

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    • Kelly, your story is sad & heart warming. I also would like to travel in a time machine back to hug the ones I have lost. Loved your story!

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  • My black cat

    It’s been two months since you passed away. I still can’t comprehend it. I’m still grieving and healing, and it’s hard because I still expect you to come into my room and wake me up with your head bumps. I still hear you saying “ma” instead of “meow,” and I remember how you would always try to steal food when I or your grandma started eating. I miss every part of you. You helped me through so much – depression, and anxiety, and you taught me how to be gentle and care for another, even if it has four legs. You taught me responsibility, and I know you were happy in the end. I miss you so much, to the point where I wouldn’t stop crying for missing you.
    I believe you’re up in heaven looking down at me, and asking God for a sign, I received one. On June 7th, 2024, I saw a cloud shaped like a black cat, which made me and grandma cry. We believe that even though you’re not physically here, mentally and emotionally, you are. Then, I asked for another sign, and once again I got it. When my coworker heard about my cat’s passing, she offered me a cat for adoption. I immediately said yes because of the sign of the black cat cloud. The next day, my coworker mentioned adopting a black cat, and then my boyfriend found a purple ball with a black cat on it. I felt like my Mitsu was sending me signs. After all that, in three days, I got sign after sign about a black cat and decided I wanted another cat. My coworker and I went to get the cat, but she wasn’t there as she was a stray. However, we later found four black kittens near a school and managed to catch one of them. After treating and cleaning the kitten, I welcomed it into my home. This whole experience led me to find another baby boy in honor of my Mitsu.

    Jacqueline Sonia

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    • Aww, Jacqueline, I am so sorry for the loss of your cat. It is so heartwarming knowing that animals can inspire us and change our lives just as much as humans can. I am so glad that your cat got you through some hard times and that you made good memories with him. ♥

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  • From Loss To Lessons

    We’ve all suffered some type of loss in our lives that affected us greatly in some way. For some, more than others. I have suffered a quite a few losses in my life that I still find myself healing from today.With this letter I’m choosing to do something a bit different, I will say into a few words on what lessons I have learned from each loss in my life.

    My 1st cousin/ first experience of loss: Eventhough we were only 5 years old at the time, I remember so vividly how I tried to grasp the fact that I would never see you again. Asking my mother, “so, she’s sleeping forever? She’s not going to wake up anymore?” As I watched you lay there in a casket. My first friend and sister, the one who would always play with me, eat with me and sleep with me at grandma’s house. You taught me not only what loosing someone close would feel like, but also showed me how capable I was of having someone that I could have fun with and just be me, a kid. Perfect for the little girl that I was then, just free spirited and happy. Just like you. I thank you for loving me, thank you for being you and thank you for being a part of the first stepping stones in life.

    My 1st little sister: I was 9 years old when you passed away. I didn’t understand why you were given to us only to be taken away only a year later. Even though you was different because you were sick, you were still a beautiful baby and you were a strong fighter. I will never forget how when you were on your way here, I was responsible for running down the street to let our grandmother know you were coming because she wasn’t answering the phone. My first task as your big sis. I also remember the day you passed, while on the way to the hospital, riding in the back seat holding you…. You looked up at me, you smiled one last time and took your last breath in my arms. That was your way of saying “I love you big sister, I’m okay, I’m just going back home.” Thank you little sister. You taught me responsibility. You taught me that caring for someone else is such a joy and a honor to take very seriously. Something that I keep with me now today while being a big sister to OUR little sister. I make sure she knows that she has two big sisters and that you are a part of us both, forever.

    My best friend: I never got to say goodbye to you. I found out about your death a month later which hurts still til this day. We were almost about to graduate high school before you were taken away due to domestic violence. We met in 5th grade and always was so a like. Like sisters. You never judged me for my imperfections and I never judged you for yours. Even when I had to transfer schools because of moving on the other side of town, you were the only friend out of our group of friends that still kept in touch. Still called me, still came to my house, still let me stay at your house, it was like I never left. You didn’t let a little distance ruin our friendship like everyone else did and that stood out to me. So thank you. You taught me what a real friendship is. Someone you can be yourself with, no judgments and no limitations. You taught me there could be a such thing as a friend who loves you no matter what. Not being able to say goodbye would only mean that you are still with me. Someway, somehow.

    My beautiful grandmother: The most unexpected loss I never thought I would experience. Getting that phone call about never going to see you again felt like a nightmare I couldn’t wake up from. Especially because we had just spoken the night before. Now that I think about it, it kind of felt like goodbye in a way. Only because I would always tell you that I loved you first over the phone. ALWAYS. You would either say, “me too”, or “alright grandma’s baby”, but never would say it first. I didn’t take it personal because I knew you loved me. Your actions always showed it, it was just you wasn’t always big on saying it over the phone. But that night you did. I remember looking at the phone after hearing you say, “Grandma loves you”. I told you I love you too and that I would visit you over the weekend when I didn’t have to work ( I was actually at work while talking to you that night). I’m glad I got the chance to say goodbye in a way. Since I love you was the last words we spoke. You taught me so much. How to be a wife ( just by watching you be the best, even though you didn’t get a chance to see me get married)You taught me how to love selflessly and it’s okay to put those whom you love before your own needs. Thank you my granny wanny for showing me how to be a pure kind hearted spirit no matter what life throws your way. I hope that I am continuing to make you proud.

    Lastly…….My dear husband: Another unexpected loss. Losing you that day was unreal in every way. I wish we were both aware of your health issues so we could have done things differently. I will never forget watching the very moment your spirit/ soul left your body as you, just like my little sister, took your last breath in my arms. There are soooooooo many things that you taught me about myself, about love and about life that I will never forget. I grew to be such a wonderful, fearless woman because of you. You taught me something that no one has, and that’s what real unconditional love actually looks like. Love with no conditions. Loving when things are easy, and learning to love even harder when things are hard. Thank you husband for introducing me to the real me. So that I can love her just as much as you did if not more. You showed me how great I was. You showed me how capable I am of loving myself first so it could become easier to love others. I now see me as you did, and I see why you loved me the way that you did.

    Each of you were in my life for a period, a moment but the lessons that each of you taught me will last a lifetime. I love you all and miss you all dearly. Until we meet again my love’s.

    EraYah GabriYal

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