THE AE JOURNAL

I remember writing the following earlier today: "Let's be butterflies and transform into a being that "others" deemed impossible --AT FIRST! Let's all be GREAT & mature into the "Monarchs" we were destined to become!" This year has been all about self transformation by acquiring knowledge not just from books, but by conversing with different people.

Last Sunday, was one of the most beautiful Sundays I've ever experienced. There are several moments in my life where I have a conviction that things just fit like pieces to a puzzle. Looking back, I wanted to often shout:" Where is the director of my life". I already know the answer to that, my director is GOD. Although, I am very into my own faith but I do love to learn about others. I had always said that I wished I took a theology course in college. It simply never happened. Well, that is what books are for right? I remember a friend of mine giving me the following book:



The Faith Club|By:Ranya Idliby

A Muslim, A Chistian, A Jew ---Three Woman Search for Understanding

The Faith Club is a novel that explores the lives of three inspirational ladies and their faiths. It is a must have if you wish to seek better understanding among people as a whole and their faiths. Let me back track---Last Sunday, was one of the most beautiful Sundays I've ever experienced. I was on my way from the Montclair/Belleville area to a church in Newark,NJ-- Why the commute you ask? I've grown accustomed to attending my church in Newark since I had lived there during my under-graduate years.

Last Sunday, I was running late but that did not hinder me. I made a promise that I would go so I was determined to fulfill it. I decided to just attend one of the many churches in my area. As I started to walk down a side walk I met her--Miss Ruth, an elderly woman sitting by a bench smiling to herself. I approached her smiling back and asked her if she knew if the Presbyterian church at the corner had an afternoon service. She responded back, " I know nothing of that church- I only go to Sacred Heart Catholic church". She added, " Please sit with me, I am waiting for the 12:00pm mass and you're welcomed to attend if you like". I was hesitant then, I never attended a Catholic Church. I decided to comply and sat down beside her.
That is when she spoke:

I will be 90 in August!
Wow that is truly a blessing!-(me)
Yes, I hope you will live just as long, and I hope you will be just as happy.
I really hope so...-(me)

Some people hold the keys to treasures we are yet to unlock!
I attended mass with her and had a glorious time doing so. I just enjoyed being with someone who has experienced things I am yet to find out. Surely, I will attend again a week or two before her birthday.At the end of the service she gave me a butterfly. It is so beautiful--it's a magnet that I can post on my fridge. It is worthy enough to wear as a broach.

On Thursday, I will be meeting with Dennis Bellone again for the film about love! Live your best life your way!


Plug: Check out my newest FB/ colleague friend :Lamech Obwoge.

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