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THE MEMOIR

This memoir includes 50 chapters. Part One. It includes 18 chapters, with themes such as:

First Impressions
Thanksgiving
Blinded by Love
Darkness vs. Light
Obstacles in the Way

Part Two includes 32 chapters and explores topics such as:

Would You Follow Your Shepherd’s Call?
Drawing Meaning from Words
Growth Enhanced Through Friendships
The Psychoanalysis of Unconscious Thoughts
Recognized Steps to Healing
Death Finalizes Our Crossover

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Consequence of actions

THOUGHTS moves to action, Action produces results, and with the results comes consequences for good or bad.

We need to filter our thoughts. Thoughts that trigger negative emotions. When we encounter actions of others that provoke negative thoughts which move to express actions, one then need to grab a hold of self, to control out-burst of actions that will lead to bad conclusions. Being patient with self as you ponder the action of others will lead to good conclusions on both sides. War is with those who do not see the impeding danger of their actions. Selfishness has tied itself around them and the end is not good even for those who are innocent.

The Canadian truckers protest is an example of what happens when sight is blinded, and passion over rules logic. The situation offers a reminder of the fragility of the global supply chains to and from businesses that eventually affects individuals; and of the deep interdependence of the U.S. and Canadian economies, which exchange millions in imports and exports daily.

This pandemic and the Public Health restrictions that came with it, have brought together a number of disparate movements and ideologies. And though the mandate applies to truckers crossing the U.S. border and not all truckers, “some are taking sides with the truckers’ convoy as has one Paul Aubue, a 64-year-old grandfather of a trucking company protesting the recent vaccine mandate and the vaccine passport.”

Locals who are frustrated, fed up, and at times in fear of leaving their homes are against the sustained protest. “One local who give her name as Jennifer was called “”’a dumb cunt sheep’”” for wearing a mask says, “”I’m just done with those people.””

And that is what some siding with the convoy protesting wants—fear; fear, that will deter the actions of logic to good health, and back to a thriving economy.

The government’s drastic measures are a sad one. But, at times to inject order and peace, drastic measures must be taken. The truckers’ play on words of Trudeau’s father, is shallow thinking.

Quotes from—The Guardian.com

Link: www.theguardian.om/world/2022Feb/16/ottawa-blockaid-strong-ties-extremists

Spotting Scams: Tips for Authors and Creators Online

Countdown timer showing 2 days 15 hours 45 minutes 30 seconds for early-stage crypto investment opportunity by Quantum Asset Ventures

BEWARE, YOU ARE WARNED

IT IS written that you, who are aware of having knowledge and foresight even of those who have taken a false step before they are aware of it, you who have spiritual qualifications, should warn others before they fall. -Galatians 6:1

This post is from a personal and family experience I am sharing to bring awareness about the scams that are happening worldwide. Some do not intend to labour for financial wealth but rather sit at a computer and benefit from those TRYING TO live.

It will be good to remember there is no quick income without financial risk. Furthermore, be aware of the advertisements set up to look legit that lure you to platforms that are scams. Taking your information only to use it for their own purpose.

CREATORS

I HAVE received some social posts from those who are hoping to gain from online HONEST activities and are disappointed in their followers not donating to their work. I’ve had to explain the cause for caution on the part of followers to donate. Times are hard financially for many, and while some want to be able to get back something at Tax time, they will only donate to those whose posts are in line with their work to improve their business or wellness. Others, on the other hand, who can afford to donate will do so without expectation. Get receipts, as the business must be registered.

It is best to look at what donation qualifies to claim on your TAX FORMS.

AUTHORS

WRITERS are being scammed left, right and center.

Below is an email received from an Editor once used for my work who wrote about a social platform and who recently released a book, Protecting Yourself Against Book Marketing Scams, which tells you what to look for and how to protect yourself.

“While Bluesky so far has been a fairly scam-proof social media platform – thanks to its ability to create sharable moderation lists that block bad guys – that strength is being tested. Book marketing scammers, knowing that many authors have left Xitter and Facebook, have been trying to find ways to infest Bluesky, and their first large-scale attack appears to be underway.

Here’s how the scam works. The scammer sets up a profile declaring they are a beta reader/editor, and sometimes they even offer other services. All the profiles use similar scripts by posting a few of the same questions and professing their love of helping authors improve their work. None of the profiles contain a link to their website or give their real name, something a legitimate beta reader or book editor would do.

Once you follow the profile, within a few hours you’ll receive a chat message or request. Sometimes if you post that you need a beta reader or edit, they respond. From there, the pattern is the same as any other book marketing scam – the scammer tries to be friendly, so you let your guard down and then attempts to convince you to use their services.”

This scam is common on Xitter and Facebook.

Should you ask to see a website or if the scammer gives one in their profile, you’ll typically be sent to a generic AI-generated one on Lovable.app or are sent to a Fiverr or Upwork account, favorites of scammers because getting your money back once spent there is difficult. Many of Fiverr and Upwork accounts indicate that the person who owns them is in Nigeria, a hotbed for transnational criminal organizations that commit cybercrime. If you continue to interact with them, the answers, by and large, will be generated by AI.”

-Inventing Editing Service by Rob Bignell

CRYPTOCURRENCY: BITCOIN’S

A FORM OF digital transactions recorded on a digital ledger called a “blockchain.” It started as an idea in 2008 and became the best-performing asset of the last decade with 9,000,000% rise.

BITCOIN HISTORY: “The founder of Bitcoin, Satashi Nakomoto, created digital scarcity, so that only a certain number of bitcoins can be mined each year. This seems cool, but there’s a downside to all this mining: the environmental impact.

Mistrust of banks was one of the KEY CONTEXTUAL ELEMENTS OF THE BEGINNING OF Bitcoin, as it started in the midst of the 2008 financial crisis.

In early May 2021, a single Bitcoin was worth about $55,000. According to CNBC, if you invest $100 in Bitcoin at its beginning.”

-ESQUIRE Money & Career by Anna Grace Lee Published May 12, 2021

THE RISK

Some have lost their life savings to it. Bitcoin is considered a family property and is not treated differently from other assets should a divorce happen. Assets acquired during marriage are subject to equalization or division.

Due to personal and financial information that must be disclosed in opening an account, your Bitcoin asset is traceable. Although some people believe it is untraceable. They are wrong — and the consequences of attempting to hide Bitcoin during divorce proceedings are severe.

Every Bitcoin transaction is recorded permanently on a public blockchain. A forensic accountant or blockchain analyst can:

Trace wallet addresses linked to your identity (through exchange KYC records)
Follow the chain of transactions through multiple wallets
Identify wallets receiving funds from accounts in your name
Subpoena exchange records from Canadian and international platforms

THE PLATFORM RISK PROBLEM

Several platforms have offered Bitcoin holders the ability to earn yield by lending their Bitcoin to borrowers or market makers. However, Canadian investors should approach these platforms with significant caution.

The largest crypto yield platforms — Celsius, BlockFi, Voyager — collapsed between 2022 and 2023, taking billions in customer funds with them. Canadian users of these platforms lost access to their funds, many permanently.

THE LESSON

When you lend Bitcoin to a platform in exchange for yield, you give up custody of your Bitcoin. You become an unsecured creditor of the platform. If the platform becomes insolvent, your Bitcoin is at risk.

The Yield Is Often Not Worth the Risk

Typical Bitcoin lending yields range from 1–6% APR.

That yield is fully taxable at your marginal rate
You bear full platform counterparty risk
You give up self-custody (not your keys, not your coins)
If BTC appreciates significantly, you’ve lent it at the wrong time for minimal gain

For a Canadian in a 43% tax bracket earning 4% APR on Bitcoin, the after-tax yield is approximately 2.3% — while accepting 100% downside risk on the principal if the platform fails.

THE BOTTOM LINE FOR MORE INFORMATION

Bitcoin interest and lending income in Canada is taxed as ordinary income — at your full marginal rate. Between the tax treatment, counterparty risk on lending platforms, and the opportunity cost of lost Bitcoin appreciation, lending Bitcoin for yield is rarely the optimal strategy for serious Canadian holders.

Example: You lend out 0.1 BTC and earn 0.005 BTC in interest over a year. On the day the interest is credited, BTC is trading at $140,000 CAD. Your interest income = 0.005 × $140,000 = $700 CAD — fully taxable at your marginal rate.

Start building your position at 1bitcoin.ca — Canada’s Bitcoin-only, FINTRAC-registered brokerage.

FINAL THOUGHT

Student at desk with laptop showing urgent security alert and scam warnings — A student studying late encounters a phishing scam alert on her laptop.

Educate yourselves before opening an account. The advantages of risk and the disadvantages of failure.

A return call is not as simple as reading the experiences of those who have made thousands in one week.

When you receive a call from an agent of a legal or disguised company, you must disclose your personal and financial information to them to acquire a Tax bracket. Information that those whose experiences in declaring income made failed to disclose, or if done, was removed before printing.

Keep records of your Bitcoins, agent contacts, phone numbers, and most importantly, your lawyer’s information should things go south with the company your investment is with.

Lastly, another way scammers get to your information is through warning signs. When received pop-ups showing warning signs, avoid responding, close the site and shut down the computer.

Thanks for reading. If you’ve had any experience investing in Bitcoins, I would like to hear from you.

Until next time, take care of yourself and each other!

Empowering Youth to Shape a Brighter Future

Those who are observant are aware of most things. They walk into a room and can immediately tell if they are welcome, as a look of indifference comes from what has been told to them or from their own personal, concluded thoughts about actions seen that lack full understanding.

The world today is much different than the past. People who were never noticed before are now known from pictures taken. Overheard, or access gained illegally to private conversations, they tell, and the invasion of personal information on devices, they used to cause financial debt.

For those whose information falls into the hands of people who harbour grudges against them, have been hurt by the absence of the law to exercise justice, or are ambitious, in such hands, your life becomes an access to their wealth.

Only with observation is one able to fight fire with fire, so speaking. Within observation and intuition, you can fight using the laws of human rights to fight your battles or assist in fighting for others.

OBSERVATION TRIGGERS SUSPICION

Security guard and store employee questioning man holding groceries in supermarket aisle — A shopper confronts another in an aisle of a grocery store.

On July 14, I was at the Dollar Store to purchase a wallet but decided to pick up other items I needed. I put them in the bag I walked with, since my initial intention was to purchase one item; I did not pick up a shopping cart. In one of the aisles, I noticed a young lad who picked up an item and was about to put it in his bag, walked away, then turned back, put the item back, and was about to leave, picked up another, and put it into his bag.

After I picked up a few more items, I went to the checkout counter.

As I took all the items out of the bag, I suddenly heard a commotion. I looked to my side to see a woman attempting to pull the young lad’s bag from his shoulders, accusing him of stealing.

“I have nothing; leave me alone,” said the lad.

“You are lying; you are stealing; open the bag,” said the woman as she kept pulling the bag to open it.

Finally, I looked at him, and our eyes met. “You are lying,” I said.

That’s when his grip on the bag loosened, allowing the woman to get to the items she took out, throwing them onto the counter as she verbalized the fact.

I looked at the items, and as he took hold of his bag, about to leave the store, I offered to pay, but he walked out, perhaps embarrassed.

My observation of his actions when he was seen in the aisle, I had no clue whether he was acting on seeing my action. Or he intended to get away with stealing, not giving thought to the consequences of his actions. I said nothing at the time. But when I saw what was happening, either an act to gain attention or to put a video on a social site. I got involved to prove my innocence.

To better understand what I just wrote, you need to read my memoir Until My Dying Day by B. M. Lustol, published by Dorrance Publishing Company.

THE WORLD TODAY

Business owners are facing no shortage of challenges as they grapple with soaring health insurance premiums and rising energy costs, which, by the way, will get worse as the years go by due to our environmental consumption to keep cool, technology use and lack of ozone layer protection. Not to forget the higher price of imported goods.

On top of those challenges, individuals’ mental health is at stake as we now live in a world where the angelic forces are more active, and Technology has twisted the minds of our youths.

Most are struggling to feed their families, and so are those who run businesses to keep their shops open.

WHAT WILL BE THE COLOUR OF OUR FUTURE WORLD?

Before a foolish dare, or an actual need, follow the advice of the Prophets: Seek to find. Knock to acquire. -Matthew 7:7.

I plead to all youths to become wise in their actions. A criminal record follows you wherever you go in life. And most will not give you an opportunity because psychologically all they see after informed information is the bold marking on a sheet of paper. And worse, if those you approach have a racist attitude.

Therefore, a better world for the future requires everyone to be part of educating others in ways that [benefit them], preserving life and avoiding a criminal record. Appreciation is deserving of those who invented the many platforms we now have to inform us of our experiences that educate, enlighten, encourage and move each one to change.

So, shun foolish actions that will impair your lives.

FINAL THOUGHTS

The fear of Jehovah is the beginning of knowledge.

Fear of doing wrong guides us to what is good and preserves our lives in the end.

Parents, now is the time, if you haven’t before, to spend quality time with your child or children. Build within them character traits that define them to be one who is kind, honest, humble, responsible, and respectful. They need your love and attention. As you need to hear their struggles, their wins and their failures.

Your giving birth never ends the process of education to a certain age; it continues to the end of life. For as long as breath sustains our life, we are given opportunities to learn from each other.

Thanks for reading. Until my next post, take care of yourselves and each other.

Nurturing Growth: Lessons from Seeds and Spirituality

THE MOST expensive mistake people make is spending years trying to fix themselves for a room that was never going to see them clearly.

They try to fit in by adapting to those in the room and dressing accordingly, though they don’t have the financial resources. Sit at a table only to be scrutinized and judged by their speech and comments. And although they may stand out and prove to have what it takes to be sitting there, they are not welcome.

Instead of competing and trying to fix themselves, reflection should be given to the greatest man who ever walked this earth—Jesus. He never tried to fit in with any group. He was on a mission to open the eyes of the blind, the ears of those deaf, cure the sick and educate the uneducated.

Jesus’ way is the best way to follow.

In our differences, we learn from each other. Having love allows for acceptance and deep reflection on the individual, as we are here to grow.

No one is perfect. And within our flaws or faults we [can] become creative.

On Sunday, June 21, during the morning, I looked at the plant pot that was 45 days or more since I planted some flower seeds purchased from the dollar store. A scripture recalled during my observation. I plant, Apollos watered, but God makes it grow.

As I planted according to the instructions that came with them, I said a little prayer. I patiently watched and watered as I kept in mind that too much of anything spoils growth. I question whether the seeds purchased were good, or am I being given an answer from the environment? An environment lived in for many years that has evoked some emotions; that has it not been the power to love—me, circumstances would have been different.

Though my mind suspects what the answer may be, I want to hear the voice of my Heavenly Father’s confirmation. So, I continued to observe.

My thoughts led me to read the verse. “I planted, Apollos watered, but God who makes it grow. So that neither is he that plants anything, nor is he that waters, but God that makes it grow. Now he that plants and he that waters are one, but each person will receive his reward according to his labor.” – First Corinthians 3:6.

To Jehovah we belong, and to him we are all one, and as the scripture states, each will be rewarded according to his or her labour. As each will be saved according to his or her life lived, for again it is stated in the scriptures, “Wife, how do you know but that you will save your husband?”

I ponder the verses of that scripture as I thought the spiritual game being played by those who have doubts about my experience. Again, I question my Creator. As I recall the illustrations about the Sower of the fine (good) seeds.

My thoughts draw me to read the account in verse 25 of Matthew 13. It reads: “But while they were asleep the enemy came and oversowed weeds.” I smile at myself. Surely if weeds were planted, they would have sprouted by now. As thoughts continued to evaluate thinking, any enemy of mine would have had to enter my home when I was away and uproot the seeds or, while asleep, overwater them with hot water killing the bulbs. And as thoughts swirled around my mind I thought of the next-door neighbor. Words thrown at me without cause.

Was this Jehovah’s answer to me? After all, he sees and hears all evil man does to others. “The words out of the mouth come out of the heart, and those things defile a man.” Matthews 15:18.

I ponder the difficulties in my life and know that my environment is partly the cause of my struggles, as growth often relies heavily on environment, given support or when in a supportive group.

As of this blog posting, now over 60 days since planting, I am still hoping that at least one of the bulbs planted will sprout. And I know that once I give up on even watering the pot, that’s when the Devil or the Lord will allow the seed to sprout. Both at each other to prove our faithfulness, as in the case of Job. -Job 2:2-3.

Therefore, I encourage you, my friends, do not give up.

For the time you choose to, that’s when your intended goal or desire is about to be realized. I have witnessed many who have given up on themselves because a doctor could not assist, absent family members and friends to share your troubles with and the pressures from some in authoritative positions. But knowing this may save you from a regrettable mistake. Those who have the Lord within will defeat those presumptuous in their wicked deeds.

Nothing is before the time of God’s choosing. Exercise patience. -James 5:7. Sometimes the things we desire are not really for us, and going ahead without divine assistance may be our downfall. James 5:10

Thanks for reading. Until next time, take care of yourselves and each other. Peace!

The Power of Social Media: Encouragement Amidst Bullying

Bar drunkard scene with Proverbs 23:20-21 text

My friends, it’s been a very busy time; when it rains, it pours. Going forward, I am here after a long break and would like to touch on the topic of social media.

SOCIAL MEDIA is such a meaningful gift to the majority who use it; thanks must be given to the inventors of it. Social media allows the gifted to enlighten others with their skills, and those mentally pressured to encourage others from their experiences, which draws attention to awareness. The reason for this post. I am being bullied at this moment, but I am not helpless.

I’m not a master of any craft, but my life’s experiences have endowed me with knowledge through trials and temptations of those wicked to be able to share as an example, and to inform not to give up on themselves. Jesus never promised a life without difficulties; as a matter of fact, he says: If they persecuted me, they will do the same to you. -John 15:20. Therefore, by reading others’ experiences, we gain courage. As Christians were advised not to forsake our gathering, as we encourage one another to do fine works.

This is why I want to address the person or persons who continue non-stop the games to ascertain answers to questions. I have acknowledged that through play, knowledge increases once aware; it is given to insight. But without self-control, the player is like one given to too much wine who eventually comes to poverty. They are unable to think constructively in ways that preserve life.

While play allows one to see the other’s reaction, take a step back, and reflect to see the impact your desire or playfulness to ascertain answers to questions has on the individual. Who may be experiencing difficulties from others they are attempting to solve that involve another’s life.

Here is where balance is important; it’s the key which will preserve life and maintain happiness.

Many today, including adults, children, and people in authoritative roles, live in fear of others’ calls—bullies.

HISTORY OF THE WORD BULLY

The word ‘Bully’ originated in the 1530’s as a term of endearment, believe it or not (meaning sweetheart or darling). It comes from the Dutch word boel, which means ‘lover or brother.’

Over the centuries, the word underwent a semantic shift. In the 1600’s (Braggart) and transitioned into a slang for a daredevil.

In the 1700’s to our present time, a (Harasser). Depending on one’s perspective, the word ‘bully’ can be seen as a protector. One who uses their strength or power to intimidate and mistreat, to initiate a good result for the victim.

Why, President Theodore Roosevelt even popularized the phrase ‘bully for you’ and coined the term ‘Bully pulpit’ to describe the presidency as an excellent platform to advocate an agenda.

In wonderment of the psychological effect of the word’s meaning to action seen from some adults and people in authority proves a mental imbalance and disorder that now invades the minds of children, moving them to act as seen or educated in violence.

EDUCATION MATURES THE MIND

Education is a gift the wise pursue and inculcate in others.

A gift preserved down the centuries is the Bible. Sixty-six books filled with human history. Their struggles, jealousy, revenge, disobedience, psychology, proverbs, grace, forgiveness and the meaning of love and sinful conduct. Yet some humans disregard the principles and morals of their teachings to walk their own path or to follow others on a road that leads to the destruction of others and eventually their own lives.

Those whose desire is to live a Christ-like life that is often countercultural are the ones who struggle with those whose attitude is to destroy.

To you who are hiding behind a screen or from the public’s view is nothing but a coward and a freak that only comes out at night. Your bullying of others makes you feel superior, but should you face or acknowledge your weakness as a woman or man (standing alone), you’ll see beneath you a fearful child, not knowing how to handle the responsibility that is the epitome of a real man or woman.

Therefore, I plead to you to stop and become responsible with the freedom you have. I will keep on praying for you, as I pray to be removed from the company of individuals like you who impede my journey.

Friends, thank you for reading. If this post is something others need to read, be sure to subscribe and share. Until next time, take care of yourselves and each other. Peace!

Exploring Sugar Beach: Views and Reflections on Toronto’s Growth

Toronto C.N. Tower. The white pointed standing structure in between the buildings is no longer the tallest in the world, as builders seem to compete with each other.

At one time, I was able to stand on my balcony and look over at Central Island (photo taken from Sugar Beach); no longer am I able to, as buildings have been built higher and higher.

A day that was not going so well, I decided to visit Sugar Beach to clear my head. As I sat pondering the obstacles that come in the way of every effort, a group rode up and positioned themselves in front of me to take a photo. A coincidence or the silent movement of the gods, I smiled at the view before me.

Finding Purpose at Access Fest: A Journey of Growth

On June 6^th, I was fortunate; the word used in appreciation as you get older to be counted among the crowd—fortunate to attend the event held in David Pecaut Square in the heart of downtown Toronto.

Main stage featuring live music, guest speakers and high-energy moments

The first of its kind, titled Access Fest, is named for the event’s celebration of inclusion and representation of those living with disability

The event featured those whose disability has not stopped them from looking past their discomfort to achieve their goals. Of course, the journey was not easy, but with the help of others who saw their potential assisted in helping them to achieve success.

The first speaker who introduced the event when I arrived in the afternoon, I saw years pass by at an event hosted for Dan Kennedy—Magnetic Marketing, who had an impact on me emotionally, and who I admire to this very day.

As I sat listening to each speaker’s experience to overcome, my thoughts drifted to a quote used by Karun Pal on Subtract, who titled his post, “The day I aged 20 years in 3 weeks, from a book he read. Wrote: The two most important days of your life are the day you were born, and the day you find out why.” Indeed, as we are in this world to learn from each other and our environment. Each one of us is here, whether short or long, for a purpose. And the day you find your purpose is the day you find out why.

The quote used is by Mark Twain, “Before you learn anything, learn who you are.”

As I ponder on my thoughts while observing the crowd and listening to some of what is being said, I thanked our Heavenly Father for the clarity of my journey. Each day, I must struggle spiritually and physically through a crowd to freedom. Freedom that comes when you stop pretending because you know who you are, and are capable of making your own choices.

Secrets kept are like prisons; you are controlled by others. Truth, on the other hand frees your soul and mind and opens doors.

In whatever capacity we are limited, the mind plays the most important part in our survival. Just as your body needs training, your mind needs repetition. Repetition to overcome pain, stress, and mental interruption. Repetition to focus, to breathe. When your mind becomes fit, you can know when your nervous system is overloaded.

Trust me, your body tells you. The repetitions mentioned above no longer function with ease. Your body as well as your emotions become weak, weak enough that you cannot withstand the external pressures of words people throw at you, or things you observe. And it is within that state of weakness that you react without caring for yourself and, at times, damage people and others’ property.

The time is now for each one to take control of their lives, so as not to damage themselves or others.

Now is the time for each one to become observant of their environment and equip themselves with knowledge that inspires growth and mental health.

To summarize: This reflection on Access Fest highlights resilience, purpose, and the power of community support. It emphasizes that disability does not define a person’s potential, and that growth comes through self-awareness, truth, discipline, and caring for mental and emotional well-being.

Thanks for reading. Wishing you all good health until next time. For those who have not subscribed to my blog, do so, so as not to miss out on upcoming news and reflections.

Why Business Changes Matter: Reflections from My Local McDonald’s

Hello friends, I know some of you are wondering what’s up since my last post. Well, I am in good health after a week of taking the Pneumonia vaccine. I’m a bit busy on a project, so I will not be posting as much for a while. However, today I’m sharing a recent experience I hope that will enlighten and move you to action.

When care and appreciation are lacking, people learn by the results of their actions.

Recently, I stopped in at one of our local McDonald’s. I hadn’t eaten since morning, and it was now after two in the afternoon.

I wanted to have a seat to eat before heading home, but was unable to as all the available stools were taken due to the renovation that now sees accommodation limited.

I put myself in the owner’s position in view of past years running the business, and must understand the importance of the changes. As advantages were taken by some to overstay their seating accommodation, they carried on with other business and left the joint messy.

So, as much as the renovation is an inconvenience to some who prefer to sit in or outdoors to enjoy their meal, by putting myself in each one’s place, I was able to appreciate and understand management’s changes.

Owners run businesses to make a profit.

A worker’s pay at McDonald’s is not much. When employees must take time to clean up on top of their regular duties, at the end of the day, one is being overworked and underpaid.

Each meal sees a percentage deducted for rent, employee’s daily wage, insurance, creditors’ payment, government fees, groceries and the owner’s personal allowance. At the end of the month, if an owner can’t see a profit, what is the use of running a business?

The situation moved me to think that changes at the time seem hushed or lack care, when we sit to ponder over or meditate upon, we can then see that changes initiated by a few who lacked care or appreciation work out to be beneficial for all involved. Without time to consider the reason for changes, unwelcome attitudes from some are the beginning of fights among us. Fights that will continue to exist because some of us just want to have our own way satisfied without thinking of others.

Every idea requires another to make it progress, and everything we do in life involves others; therefore, care must be considered so that the end result benefits everyone.

It really hurts when you are the one responsible who must suffer the consequences of those who are irresponsible or who take advantage of situations. For instance, the lack of privacy today is due to those who took advantage by illegally entering people’s homes. Illegal access to people’s devices is turning their lives upside down. Some are unaware and stressed out due to the struggles in their lives. Such actions that have seen cameras all over the place, and our data being monitored. Making it difficult to have privacy. And what is more troubling is that those skillful in technology are taking advantage of those less skilled by tampering with and stealing their work.

Is there a solution?

Keep records of everything you do online. A hard copy, if you can, or store on external drives. Now and then, check with your institutions to be sure your information is correct.

I have stories of incidents. Like for instance, this post was written and checked with my Microsoft paid subscription, spelling and grammar, with the results that give a 100% as being correct; yet when I copy and paste, there are still punctuation and word usage errors.

I live in a government-owned building, and for years I had changed my phone number. Communication with the office is done on many occasions, and I only found out about two years ago that my records had my old number without the change to the new number.

Three times in the past year and a half, I had updated my records with my bank, which I’ve dealt with for years. And had to do so again a few days ago. I would not have known had I wanted a service done. The excuse given by the manager I had to clarify, that it is not always a human error. It is those who have access that make changes.

When such things happen, it could be concluded that the person doesn’t know their address, email or phone number. The impression the individual leaves is not good. And personally, what’s left is the mental fatigue and questionable doubt of one’s own mental state of remembrance. Eventually, if not mentally strong, one falls victim to a mental breakdown or early development of Dementia.

Such wicked actions are of people who are not mentally grown, and like children, they continue a game that one day turned on them, only then will they understand if they live to fully experience, to tell.

Thank you for reading. Do take care until my next post.

Mindfulness in Isolation: Finding Strength in Connection

Illuminated abstract representation of a human brain with bright neural pathways — Our brain, intractable and complex. Any meaningful personal development starts with a raised awareness of yourself.

This post is written especially for those living alone, though its message applies to anyone navigating uncomfortable situations due to invasion of privacy or isolating living situations.

Recently, after receiving a new pneumonia vaccine, I spent three days confined to bed—unable to eat, sit up, or stand for long. During one particularly relentless headache, I thought about my neighbours. One of the neighbor’s who is just opposite to me, I had forgotten her number and the other, well, let’s just say I felt a way having to ask if she had any pills to calm my headache and then have her deliver them to my unit. Reminded me how important—even lifesaving—simple human connections can be, despite past experiences that may make us cautious. History, misunderstandings, and uncomfortable encounters can quietly convince the mind to isolate us.

There is a Zen saying: “Do not be led by the mind; be the one who observes it.” When we stop believing every thought and emotion, space opens. In that space comes clarity. For me, that clarity often leads back to Scriptures, particularly to Jesus’ words reminding us to view our circumstances with appreciation and purpose, not as punishment, and vengeful actions without thought, but rather as preparation.

The account of the Good Samaritan underscores this beautifully. -Luke 10: 25-42

When asked, “Who is my neighbor?” Jesus shifted the focus from who deserves kindness to who chooses to show it. That lesson met me right where I was—reminding me that even when we feel surrounded by indifference or tension, we are not abandoned. Strength arrives when it’s needed most.

Yes, Jesus answered me in my distress. After 4:00 a.m., still unable to stand up without feeling dizzy, I was given the strength to get up and take a shower. Changed my bedding and got back to sleep.

In that account, Jesus also highlighted the importance of education when Martha was told that she was disturbed about many things, but Mary chose the good portion, and it will not be taken away from her. Brings me to another topic of missing documents and tampering of one’s devices, the mental games that can be played by those knowing your circumstances.

Education and guidance matter. Without them, isolation can distort perception, weaken logical thinking, and make imagined threats feel very real. As the Stoics wisely noted, “We suffer more often in imagination than in reality.” Learning to observe the mind instead of being driven by it is essential for mental and emotional well-being.

Now, here’s where observation really earned its keep. And though I shed a bit of humour here, the situation is very serious. But one can laugh when they have come through victoriously from the intent of the wicked ones.
The construction mesh placed around my balcony was… let’s call it “optimistically installed.” Rain, gravity, and pigeon-related consequences were clearly not part of the planning discussion. Whether due to lack of instructions or lack of concern, it became an ongoing challenge—and an unexpected lesson in not letting irritation rent space in my head without paying utilities.

Around the same time, my mind began waving warning flags—some reasonable, some suspiciously dramatic.
I woke from a dream, a scrambled document, a security alert about too many attempts trying to log into my medical account—my thoughts briefly auditioned for a detective show. Attempts not of my doing, as I could not sit up or log on to my computer on Saturday.

That was not all. I found a few of my paper documents removed and placed with others that the culprit/s did not think I would recall.

Which brings me to another situation, that of medical information being tampered with and patients given the wrong diagnoses or medication/s. While vigilance is important, observation helped me separate facts from fear.

Vaccine image on Day 4. My arm has a painful red patch

A gentle reminder here: monitor your health, keep copies of records, and ask questions—but don’t let anxiety write the entire script.

And yes, there were noises—persistent, maddening noises.
The kind that makes even the calmest personality consider a new career in soundproof room testing. Addressing them directly (and sometimes calmly) became less about confrontation and more about education. Sometimes speaking up isn’t about winning, it’s about being understood.

So, to anyone reading this: reach out, speak up, and share your experiences. When struggles stay hidden, they gain power. When they’re shared, they create awareness, connection, and protection—for you and for others.

Thank you for reading. If this resonates with you, please share it with someone who may benefit.

Understanding Fog: A Metaphor for Clarity and Trust

Swirling dark clouds with orange light near horizon above shadowed mountains

Have you ever stood in front of something you know is there, yet you still couldn’t see it clearly?

I woke up on Thursday morning, April 16, 2026, to an atmosphere thick with fog. The sight indicates that the air quality is poor. The moment made me reflect on life as I recall a few scriptures from the pictures I took, unable to see the buildings beyond the lower ones. Like fog that doesn’t only exist in the atmosphere, preventing visibility, it exists in the mind, in relationships and in the way truth is sometimes hidden.

WHAT FOG REALLY IS

FOG is a cloud that forms at ground level when water vapour condenses into tiny liquid droplets, caused by air cooling to its dew point (100% humidity) or by moisture being added to the air temperature and dew point that are within 2.5 C(4.5 F) of each other.

In simple terms, fog limits vision.

And that limitation is powerful.

FOG AS A METAPHOR

Just as fog restricts how far the eyes can see, manipulation and misinformation restrict how far the mind can perceive.

The word Fog is a condition and is used as slang. The word is also used to describe emotional manipulation in relationships. And reminds me of how people can be blinded not physically, but mentally—by cleverly crafted words, half-truths, and emotional manipulation. Especially when education, awareness, or experience is missing.

Scriptures speak clearly about this condition:

He has blinded their eyes and has made their hearts hard, that they should not see with their eyes and get the thought with their hearts and turn around and I should heal them. – John 12:40

And again:

For the heart of this people has grown unreceptive, and with their ears they have heard without response, and they have shut their eyes, that they should never see with their eyes and hear with their ears and understand with their hearts and turn back and I should heal them. – Acts 28:27.

Fog, whether physical or symbolic, limits understanding.

THOUGHT AND DISCERNMENT

Thought is the act or process of thinking, meditating, or reflecting.

Our Creator says in Isaiah 55:8, “My thoughts are higher than your thoughts.” While human thoughts will never exceed divine understanding, it remains true that an individual’s thoughts can be elevated above those of their peers through knowledge, patience, and discernment.

The psychological meaning defines thought as any pathological disturbance of thought processes, including delusions and flight of ideas. *Loosening of associates or perseveration characteristic of certain mental disorders, notably schizophrenia and considered by some authorities to be the defining feature of the disorder.

TRUST AND HUMAN BEHAVIOR

Brings me to the concept of trust.

Every day we give trust to complete strangers—on the road, in public spaces, and in daily interaction.

As much as we do, we must be alert and aware; if not, one can find themselves in situations that could deplete others’ trust in you or your very enjoyment of life diminish. When trust is broken, people often cycle through three levels of emotions. The individual becomes Fearful. Fearful of accusations of wrongful conduct, which leads the individual to fight. To fight the derogatory statements that damage his or her reputation or association with others. When the fight becomes too much to continue, the individual takes to fleeing (Flight). Recognizing this pattern allows one to respond consciously rather than reactively.

Ultimately, trust begins within and lies with you. And when you are diligent and grounded in truth, there’s no need to be fearful. Rather, you can stand firm and fight with your truths, thus avoiding flight. Keeping in mind that he who fights and runs away, lives to fight another day.

COMMUNICATION AS GUIDANCE AND AS GROWTH

Trust and communication are but a handshake. One without the other lacks confirmation.

Communication keeps relationships healthy. Even when an advantage is seen, the one whose interest is in your hands should be told of your intention. When not done, the action could cause future distrust.

For those who live a spiritually grounded life, communication comes in many guided forms, such as in dreams, a scriptural revelation, an observation, a contact, a podcast and at times a scent.

While preparing for an appointment on the same day, I removed a pair of pants from the closet and smelled a strange smell. The kind of smell you experience in a hospital. Immediately, the thought that crossed my mind was sickness. Whether coincidence or intuition due to members of my family not in good health, moments like these remind me to remain attentive.

My trust in others has diminished somewhat, but I still allow the benefit of the doubt. Only to experience at times that those given the benefit of doubt end up hurting me.

It is difficult to live without contact with others. This post is one way of making contact. It is a hunger we crave; to express our thoughts and receive the input of others, which enlightens and helps in our achievement. Even our Creator is in contact with the angels and cherubs as to the happenings down here out of His world.

When humans isolate one from the other, even in the name of “experiment” to accomplish a fact. If not done with balance, an individual becomes delusional or harmful to themselves if not to others.

Balance is the key to having less stress, illnesses, chaos, and deaths.

There’s a level of growth each of us goes through, and this is due to our education and experiences. Some growths are faster than others. As well as each one’s filter of knowledge differs. Active listening enhances understanding and improves memory recall. Allowing responses that are logical and adaptable to immediate or current changes.

REFLECTION

Words filtered through generations, this quote from personal experience is expressed; that was Isaac Newton’s remark to Dr. Bentley: If I have done the public any service, it is due to patience and my thoughts!

To clarify what I mean. While patience is a virtue, it can also place one in vulnerable circumstances. My patience has allowed others to take advantage of my circumstances to benefit themselves. And by experience and knowledge through thoughts, I have looked at some having to deal with, with kindness, outspoken expressions of disgust, which have caused some people to look at me with indifference. And having sympathy and humility.

In conclusion, I hope that by viewing my circumstances from the outside, I was able to enlighten those of you who resonate with this post, to have insight into your own circumstances. I hope that instead of allowing the actions of others to affect your decision to the point of giving up on yourself, you look beyond it to find understanding within your heart to be healed, as Acts 28:27 puts it.

FOG IN THE PHYSICAL WORLD

As a reminder, or for those without this knowledge. There are five different fog formations, and they are:

Radiation Fog: the condition forms at night when the ground releases heat, cooling the air immediately above it, especially under clear, calm conditions.
Frontal Fog: occurs when warm raindrops evaporate into a cooler, drier layer of air near the ground, typically during a warm front.
Advection Fog: Develops when warm moist air moves over a colder surface (land or water_ cooling the air from below.
Steam Fog: Normally seen over lakes and rivers in autumn or in the Arctic forms when very cold air moves over relatively warm water, causing rapid evaporation and saturation of the air.
Upslope Fog: Forms when moist air is pushed up sloping terrain, such as a hill or mountain, by wind.

Whether atmospheric or metaphorical, fog teaches the same lesson: clarity is temporary unless actively maintained.

REFLECTION ON THE BEGINNING OF NISAN 14th

In Matthew 24:45, the question asks: Who is the faithful and discreet slave? His master appointed him over his domestics to give them food at the proper time. The verse goes on to say: Happy is that slave if his master, on arriving, finds him doing so.

Some of us have lives likened to a home with many doors. Each door reveals what’s inside.

My life is strangely filled with mysteries and mystical magic. It is very stressful at times when my own strength is lacking. Therefore, I let go and allow the forces to be who they are for the moment. I am then concerned about you. Your knowledge is limited about our spiritual world and the people within it. Some people influence you to advance to goodness. Others lead you to the destruction of others or yourself.

The initial thought for this post was moved when I opened a can of Grace Vienna Sausages. The thought of grocery prices and a company’s deception to the public. Given much thought. I realize that perhaps some on the production line are having issues. Either stressed from overworking or underpay, and couldn’t care less if a can is missing a sausage. Then I recalled this had happened before, so I looked back at my photographs at the date and time. The first occurrence was on 2025/04/13 at 8:52 a.m., and the second on 2026/04/01 at 8:46 a.m. This was not coincidental; this was history, this was a message.

Whether a message from the Creator, the demons, or those playing judge and jury of my life. I was moved to educate some of you who do not know. Some people are unaware that sharing a memoir revealing their life can be used against them. It is often twisted into manipulated perceptions and limited understanding of spiritual matters. I wrote my personal experiences truthfully. This has left some in doubt. I must fight each day to keep my sanity.

I am a person whose reaction most times are positive through negative comments or actions of others towards me. And speak the truth regardless of a crowd’s opinion. I know to my God I stand or will fall. So, who are you to judge?

In Hebrews chapter five, verse four states that solid food belongs to mature people. These are individuals having their perceptive power trained to distinguish both right and wrong. From my having to deal with some of you, it is clear that you are immature. Your actions have caused the physical illness of some, and others have defied those in authority.

My wish is for all to grow to maturity. This way, our interaction with others will be peaceful and kind. We will have a balanced view of, and implement justice.

Just a peek at what I am up to, the next paragraph tells. Thanks for reading. Until next time, have a wonderful Easter filled with joy and good friends.

❄️ SHORT REINTRODUCTION

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