Find Beauty in the Ordinary

[@brightpurpleviking]

I love this ❤ my mother has said many times that my life was wasted because I never become something of importance. But I adopted two babies, raised them into beautiful adults, helped those who mourn and still do, and today I watch my grandchild full time. But I can’t look at myself in the mirror without disgust at my failings. It’s amazing, this power of a mother’s words. Has made me careful what I say to my kids.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Wow, this goes deep. Thank you for sharing. We can see that her message resonated with you. Sending much love and kindness to you. Justine and Michael. 💚

[@tanelizabeth9020]

Wow God has made you a great woman. Bless you.

[@debbiesittard7653]

You just listed the "something of importance." Removing and blocking all Narcissistic Psychopaths and Flying Monkeys from one's life is so refreshing and liberating.

[@6gorks]

The only opinion that really matters is your own. If you are happy & content with your life, then you have lived a meaningful life. Don't let anyone steal your light.

[@teresa6635]

Oh dear soul, know that you are enough!! You are amazing! Two raise 2 children is beautiful. Don't ever doubt your worth. Your love for others was enough. Every loving act is beauty shining back at you. ❤

[@HealthyKS]

Why is it that I'm always yearning for more when these films come to an end?? Such sweet humanity....

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Your words touch us. Thank you. Warmest hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@Jason1969-fx8bj]

@@HealthyKS We can make sure that there is more through our own lives not just hers. That's how we have more.

[@MariaJMcMahon]

You are not just pretty. You are beautiful, extraordinary, and magical. You took something painful and turned it into a beautiful quality within yourself and a gift to others. That's real alchemy.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Wow, beautiful and powerful. Thank you. Sending you warmest of hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@Kch1yw]

Thanks 🫂🫂

[@eleanorbuck715]

I think the lady in this story is beautiful. Her face shines with kindness and sensitivity. What a shame we take so seriously what others say of us. Perhaps we all need to think more about the words we speak before we utter them.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Glad you enjoyed the video, and thank you for sharing these thoughts with us. Yes, maybe we need to be a bit more careful.... Sending much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@ilkaadalieberwirth5593]

Let´s just all be the rosebud for her: " I Think She Is Pretty! " And you are even much more! A wonderful, beautiful, loving soul. So rich, worthy and deep. No mother should say something like this to her child, but it happened. Yet, it does not define you. It is over. And today it is: "I Think She is Pretty!" Everyone is!

[@ReflectionsofLife]

So, so beautiful and encouraging, thank you. Sending you warmest of hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@PaulMacklinAmazing]

I wholeheartedly agree, in fact pretty is perhaps too small a word to describe the immense beauty that radiates from your love. Tears. ❤❤❤❤❤

[@susanwilson4695]

As a nurse I was trying to help a gentleman on the phone, he kept saying how busy I was, I told him, at this moment you are the most important person in my life. There was silence. I thought he dropped the phone. Let's believe this.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Shew, thought-provoking. Thank you for sharing. A reminder to take our talks to others seriously. We are sure that these words meant a lot in the man's life. Sending much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@evesperspective7662]

I was 60 yrs old when I was able to look into my eyes in the mirror and tell the damaged child within that I would love and protect her. Up until then I was trying to earn love because I was told I was bad and unlovable. We cannot love unconditionally until we accept and love our whole being. We are Love and We are One in consciousness.

[@terrybochansky6271]

❤❤❤

[@ReflectionsofLife]

We appreciate it that you share your own experiences, it can encourage many of us. So good that you care for that damaged child within. Never stop. Sending much love and kindness to you. Justine and Michael. 💚

[@evesperspective7662]

@@ReflectionsofLife We Care.

[@peterrouleau5992]

Very hard feeling unloved at any aged. Thank you for your energy.

[@happylifeSteph]

I love your words 🥰.Thank you 🙏

[@Calivanlivin]

Your mother blessed you with an obstacle that you have transformed into the beautiful, caring and loving woman you are today. Forgive her and thank her for showing you how to love and to share it with the world. I only see beauty in you.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Deep and powerful words, thank you for seeing only beauty. Sending you warmest of hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@MrSpaceace1999]

Forgiving someone doesn’t benefit them, it benefits you .. 😊

[@sunyoungpark910]

so loving...It makes me tearful...

[@judykomarek4242]

I think you’re beautiful! You are sharing your true authentic self. And that is beautiful.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Thank you so much for your lovely words. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@athousandpathsofhealing]

I watched this beautiful video this morning and then went out for a hike in the forest. Guess what I found: a washer! Will keep it in my pocket from now on to be reminded of this video and the wisdom that was shared in it! Thank you ❤

[@ameliemacoin1150]

Me too! 🤩💚 Just the day after...

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Wow, that's amazing. Washers are everywhere... so nice that her message meant much to you. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@sissiboehm]

What a lighthouse in this world❤

[@ReflectionsofLife]

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[@bahmdiggity9577]

I wonder why mothers hurt us so. One minute telling us we can be or do anything we want and the next telling us to either go for the big career with big money or marry a rich man and make babies. I did neither. This world is in desperate need of kindness. I make a concerted effort to be in the right frame of mind every time I leave the house. To make eye contact and genuinely smile at as many people as possible. To remain calm in traffic and tell myself that I am exactly where I’m supposed to be. It has become easier to be me. I used to stay in a state of anxiety, irritation and trepidation. I wanted to be of service to other people but I had to help myself first. I had to learn to be kinder to me, it is a struggle everyday that I believe is the main lesson most of us need to learn. My hope is that if I can kill the bully in my head with kindness then I can help others accept and project kindness as well. It seems that there’s not a day that goes by where some awful event that happened somewhere in the world isn’t brought into the light. I genuinely feel sadness and ache for the travesty that seems to permeate mankind. There’s a record playing on repeat in my psyche that I’m too sensitive and too high strung. That I should stop caring so much about the terrible things other people do. Guess where that came from. This was another excellent film. This woman sharing her internal struggles helps people like me feel less alone and less damaged. Thank you.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Wow, your words are touching and powerful. They speak for themselves. And they are thought-provoking. All the best for your journey through life, may Annie's message carry and inspire you. Sending much love and kindness. Justine and Michael. 💚

[@bleakaf]

This resonated with me so much. The idea that if every person actually took the time to properly care for themselves, they would inflict so much less damage on the world. And for every one of us who openly, unapologetically takes care of ourselves and proves it does not have to make one selfish, we model that for those who aren't convinced. We have been taught to give so much of ourselves to others, and sharing and caring are wonderful parts of being human, but having compassion for myself first has really helped me grow.

[@Love77769]

This woman is an absolutely beautiful soul who shines brightly for us all ❤

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Lovely, thank you. 💚

[@MariaCristinaAniceto]

A true example of RESILIENCE!

[@ReflectionsofLife]

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[@forestsaunter4807]

Oh my goodness, beautiful angel, thank you. I see you for who you are…a divine rose. So full of love. So full of giving. You have blessed me this day with this lovely offering you have created ♥️ Thank you.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

We appreciate your kind message. Warmest wishes, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@fs5368]

Her message makes me feel better about myself. Her words remind me that each one of us can be a tiny shining star in whose light others may find hope in the darkness. Thank you all for this beautiful video!

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Wonderful that her words had such a positive effect. And we thank you for your encouragement, that we can all be a shining star. Beautiful! Warmest hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@Toonces666]

Such a beautiful comment!

[@kimcunningham2107]

You are BEAUTIFUL...the chosen daughter of The Most High God. He's made you perfectly. 💜💜💜 You're message is sooo needed now. We've lost sight of what matters most in Life. Thank you for this Loving, Hopeful video. ❤️ It's really so Simple...We are here to Love God and Love one another.

[@terrybochansky6271]

🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@lindamaldonado6807]

Yes, I agree: you are beautiful! You are made in the image of God and each person is uniquely beautiful.

[@Jason1969-fx8bj]

@@kimcunningham2107 Amen

[@nadinedieringer]

I was made the scapegoat child....60 and still working on that healing.❤

[@ReflectionsofLife]

We hear you, sorry to read about your experience. May you find the necessary healing, we wish that for you. Sending much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@janelleetsitty36]

She is a Great story teller.... she made me ponder my life 💚

[@ReflectionsofLife]

So happy you appreciated the video. Much love, Justine and Michael 💚

[@juliefermer3257]

Me too ❤

[@justme8101]

Absolutely. Thank you so much. I love your poetry and this channel. I've been unable to work for my whole adult life due to chronic health conditions although I've cared for family and engaged in voluntary and charity work. I now write poetry using my life experiences including narcissistic abuse and send my work out for free as a blessing and when you spoke about the one person it made so much sense. This is one of my verses. If this speaks to just one person And for their prison it's the key Then nothing has been wasted If someone else is living free Rosie Philomena

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Thank you for sharing a bit about your life. So glad this video with Annie spoke to you so deeply. What a wonderful idea to share these poems. The verse you shared is so touching and deep, it's so fitting with this video. Wishing you the best health possible, continue to be an encouragement to others. Sending much love and kindness to you. Justine and Michael. 💚

[@ReflectionsofLife]

A huge thank you to these guys, who gave so generously of their to time to help with translations, enabling us to provide subtitles in the following languages: Chinese (Traditional and Simplified) - by Shun-Ying Lu Czech - by Katarína Borek Dutch - by Karla Greven English - by Justine du Toit French - by Amélie Macoin German - by Tanja Pütz Greek - by Vicky Polychroni Indonesian - by Ary Nuansa Italian - by Grazia Gironella Kazakh - by Mereinur Tabuldin Polish - by Anna Konieczna Portuguese - by Sibylle Steinpass and Lucivani Valvassori Slovak - by Zuzana Beratsova Slovenian - by Tadej Pasar Spanish - by Paty Aguirre Vietnamese - by Thi Le

[@Ewulis]

Dziękuję za polskie tłumaczenie ❤

[@CarrieLovesLife.]

What a profound question your student asked. ‘When it comes time to die, how do you know you’ve lived a good life? Wow.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Yes, it goes so, so deep. 💚

[@tanelizabeth9020]

Wow i remember when i was a little girl i was not strong physically n i see there were funerals in our neighbourhood. I hv questions abt life but cudnt articulate. I looked up at the sky n asked "the true God up there, help me to know you n lead me to live coz i dnt know how to live this life...before i die n go to be judged by you..." God has been so good to guide n bless me amidst all that i hv gone through so far...Grateful❤

[@Rositasparks]

What a beautiful light she shines as she teaches us to be kind to one person at a time..❤ thank you 🙏

[@ReflectionsofLife]

You are welcome. So thankful you appreciated the video. Warmest hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@lovelifementoring5399]

My mum used to say who do you think you are. It kept me small for years but that’s changing. Then I was asked, who are you not to be all you are here to be? Now I spend my life helping people see who they are. Thank you ❤

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Thank you for sharing. Sorry that you also had sad experiences. Glad you are an overcomer, that thigs are changing. Warmest hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@lovelifementoring5399]

@@ReflectionsofLife ❤️❤️❤️ thank you.

[@norabates8301]

Just this morning, I decided to walk away from psychiatry. 30 years of being told I'm unwell. When actually, I was traumatized early on and have amazing gifts not recognized in the psychiatric community. For all of us highly sensitive people with amazing gifts of sight, we are amazingly beautiful. Thank you, lovely lady, for being so beautiful! We are finding each other as we remember who we have always been ... beautiful. ❤ I'm 60. I'm smiling, finally coming home to myself, just this morning, knowing my beauty. ❤

[@MaaikeAarts-yy7bw]

❤

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Very, very touching. We are grateful that we could share Annie's story with you at this time. May her story encourage, inspire and help you to walk your own beautiful way. Sending much love and kindness to you. Justine and Michael. 💚

[@norabates8301]

@@ReflectionsofLife Thank you🙏😭🥰🕊

[@melissaoconnell5648]

😌💖

[@monicalauber2934]

At the very first sentence I found myself paralyzed, feeling a strange sensation of knowing exactly what she was talking about....."looking the other person straight in the eyes for a long time"...... . That was what I did a few times when the time came for my father to "go away to the other unknown side".....that time was approaching and I felt, one day, that I had to stop everything right then and there, and I felt a strange and infinite desire to sit in front of him and stare deeply into his eyes....that's what I did! I knelt down right in front of my father, who was sitting on the couch and, without saying anything (it wasn't necessary to say anything) we stared into each other's eyes understanding that moment....the farewell had begun.....a tear or two rolled down our faces.....at that moment, I felt the deepest connection with him, everything was forgiven, all the understanding of us being father and daughter was understood! I see myself in Mrs. Annie Lighthart...even physically, if I dye my white hair, I see myself looking like her... I have the same feelings, I experienced situations with my mother very similar to what she heard from her mother...and that has stayed with me to this day! The washer is a perfect symbol of this feeling...I felt this connection...maybe I will also start looking for washers...to remind myself that I am a complete being, to remind me to look around me trying to fill the void that exists right in the center... Thank you again, Michael and Justine, for this testimony! I think this was the testimony that filled me the most with tenderness and understanding about myself and about being here..... I also send my thanks to Mrs. Annie Lighthart!

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Wow, we are speechless. This is so touching and so deep, thank you for sharing a part of your life story. There is nothing we can or want to add, your words speak for themselves. We are just so glad that we could share Annie's story with you, may her message carry, help and inspire you. Sending much love and kindness to you. Justine and Michael. 💚

[@Jason1969-fx8bj]

@@monicalauber2934 Your story made me cry. It hit home because I understand.

[@monicalauber2934]

@@ReflectionsofLife Thank you Michael and Justine! ❤

[@monicalauber2934]

@@Jason1969-fx8bj ❤

[@Jason1969-fx8bj]

@@monicalauber2934 ❤️

[@malgozata1875]

What a beautiful person, what a beautiful story. Annie, I want you to know that the reason your mother said these things to you is really because this is how she felt about HERSELF. She projected her feelings about herself, about the world onto you. I am very sorry. Unfortunately, we don't go to school to learn how to be parents. We, ordinary, flawed people, become parents and our children are our guinea pigs and many of us make many, many mistakes. Sometimes, we, the parents don't figure out anything our entire lives. Other times, we figure things out, but after we already hurt our children. Why? Because we were hurting ourselves, because we didn't like our lives, because we didn't know any better, because we were too focused on just trying to survive. Regardless, of what your mother said and did, this never defined who you really are. You are love and beauty itself. You are beautiful. You always were beautiful and always will be beautiful. Inside and outside. As for your mom, let the hurt go, release it. She really had no idea what she was doing. She may never know. Let it go. Break yourself free of these chains. Know that you have intrinsic value and worth regardless of what anyone says, be it your parent, your teacher, your spouse, anyone. You have value and meaning because you are. ........ I went through a period in my life when I was trying to learn that I was loved. Back then, everywhere I went, I saw hearts. On the asphalt road, a dark spot would form in a shape of heart. I would find heart-shaped leaves and rocks. One day even my egg sizzled in my frying pan in a shape of a heart. The messages of love poured in, over and over, everywhere. I took photos of these messages and still have them.... But, the best thing was a cat I raised from day one. He loved me unconditionally. It didn't matter to him what I looked like, what I said, who I was. He just loved me, just because. He used to curl up on my neck and then chest.... That was his purpose to teach me that I am Love, lovable and worthy. I learned my lesson. Thank you.

[@chrispacaud]

Thank you for your words ❤

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Wow, so many beautiful, caring and encouraging thoughts, thank you for sharing. And your story at the end about 'learning that you were loved' is so touching! All really deep from the heart. Sending much love and kindness to you. Justine and Michael. 💚

[@malgozata1875]

@@chrispacaud You are very welcome.

[@malgozata1875]

@@ReflectionsofLife Thank you, all of you!

[@malgozata1875]

@@chrispacaud Thank you so very much.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

We love Annie's poetry. And if you do too, you can find more details on her website - www.annielighthart.com

[@scarletsima4842]

So sorry to hear you were treated like that by your own Mother. Please release and forgive all of her negativity that she was projecting onto you. I can never understand why Mothers can treat their daughters badly. You are a beautiful woman inside and out. You are enough. You are what this world needs. Hugs. 😊

[@AR-mu4zq]

Hurt people hurt people

[@ReflectionsofLife]

So, so beautiful and encouraging. Thank you! Sending much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@bhavanijai6217]

Beyond words to say how much goodness and guidance is in this gift offered .. 🙏💖

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Thank you for appreciating all that Annie shared with us - she and her poetry truly are a gift in this world. Sending warm hugs. Justine and Michael. x

[@Marlena.7747]

Dear beautiful lady! Tears rolled down my face as I listened to your story. For me this is the healing one. I noticed so many signs since you mentioned your cat's name, poem about looking in the eyes, finding signs wherever I go. Thank you for great love and lessons you are sending all over the Universe ❤

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Deeply touching words. Glad we could share Annie's message with you. Sending much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@Marlena.7747]

❤❤​@@ReflectionsofLife

[@juliefermer3257]

Just beautiful. This lady is a ray of hope and loveliness ❤ I am deeply and wonderfully moved by this little film. Even perhaps as changed as she was by her Hong Kong student. Thank you 😊

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Beautiful comment, thank you for sharing how much the video meant to you. Sending much love and kindness to you. Justine and Michael. 💚

[@gracielazaffarana9777]

Such a beautiful meditation shared by such a beautiful person. I was holding my breath waiting for Annie to speak the next gem of wisdom and love. Thank you. Very special person, Annie is...

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Such a touching comment, thank you for writing to us. Sending you warmest of hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@gracielazaffarana9777]

@@ReflectionsofLife Likewise, likewise. Your site lifts my spirit. We are not alone... 🙏🙏 Thank you.

[@juliapiskernik3824]

I KNOW she‘s pretty ✨ had to order her poetry, because I got so enchanted here! Found my first washers and truely learned something big❤ thank you!

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Wow, that is so wonderful. Glad you enjoy her poetry and that the video was so meaningful. Sending you warmest of wishes. Justine and Michael. 💚

[@alanahuynh9285]

Thank you Michael and Justine and the crew for such another beautiful work of art 🙏🏻💛 she's shone through with all her love that helps opening up my heart. Congratulations and deep gratitude 🙏🏻 🙏🏻🙏🏻💛💛💛

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Touching words. So grateful her message spoke to you so deeply. Sending much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@timeenuf4200]

Love the washer analogy. Beautiful symbolism. Thank you for sharing. Love the reminder to look. How many people do we miss giving some hope to with a simple smile in passing? GIving them just enough light in their step to lighten their heavy thoughts or problems? How many opportunities do we miss simply because we weren't open to them, expecting them, looking for them? Today I'll look closer. Everyday there is something to "look" forward to.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

So beautifully written, thank you for sharing these thoughts with us. We are glad you appreciated the video, especially the washer analogy. Sending you warmest of hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@FreeTheCreativity]

I think she's pretty.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

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[@enidearl3906]

What your mother failed to see, was your beautiful heart and soul...thank you for being so open and beautiful..

[@ReflectionsofLife]

So touching and encouraging. Warmest hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@Toonces666]

What a kind person with a unique and beautiful view of life and people.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Lovely, thank you.💚

[@Maria-fd7re]

Through helping others, we help ourselves. When seeing beauty in others, we are seeing beauty in us. Others are a mere reflection of who we are!❤ ❤

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Such lovely words, thank you for sharing. Warmest hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@branan6935]

The woman in the video is really beautiful and she obviously has a lot of kindness in her. We spend our entire adult lives sometimes trying to recover from bad childhoods. If you are doing that, keep on. I am on the same journey. Sometimes I get overwhelmed by everything but it is worth it. Greetings from Morocco

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Thank you for your kind and encouraging words. Wishing you strength and all the best for your own journey as well. Sending you warmest of hugs from South Africa, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@cathymark1994]

I think she's pretty...but more than that, she is wise, compassionate, worthy

[@ReflectionsofLife]

So touching, thank you. Warmest hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@anniewalden9697]

I loved this and Annie's poetry - so deep yet beautifully expressed. Her way with her cat, dog and the ducks- so caring . And she has a really pretty face- she smiles a lot and made me smile too. Thank You for this film.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

We are glad that we could share her story with you. Thank you for your kind and beautiful words. Warmest hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@Jason1969-fx8bj]

Her smile says it all. She's no longer afraid and she's eager to share her self with others because she feels free to do so. It will be beautiful when the whole earth will be filled with love.

[@karenrouth2056]

Thank you Justine & Michael, what a beautiful special video you’ve created to share with us; the message from Annie is so very deeply powerful… gratitude ❤

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Our pleasure! We are glad her story meant much to you. Warmest hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@candacenagle505]

Thanks!

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Thank you so much for supporting our work, we appreciate it a lot. Warmest hugs, Justine and Michael 💚

[@GrandmaEllen]

Thank you for sharing, Annie. Our lessons are similar. You have gained wisdom, and I rejoice.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Lovely. So lovely that you appreciated her story. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@ernestomunozsantander607]

What an extraordinary soul you have. I feel changed after watching this. Thank you so much.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

You are most welcome. We are so happy that her story meant so much to you. Warmest hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@tereseb6113]

Dear Annie, you are truly as beautiful as a human being can be!

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Touching words, thank you. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@MirosMatouek]

I’ve watched a lot of your videos, and I’m continually amazed by the joy people find in everyday moments! It’s refreshing to see such positivity and beauty all around us. Keep sharing these uplifting stories!

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Thank you for your encouraging words regarding our work. Wonderful that you find the videos uplifting. We hope to share many more with you. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@CindymeCindy]

The story plus the sunset lighting of fall….. 🧡🧡🧡

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Touching words, thank you. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@christinalionello562]

These films and stories are beautiful. They breed poetry within me. Thank you 🙏🏼

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Our pleasure! Thank you for watching and being part of our journey. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@luzgladyscardonamarin4515]

Me llegaron hondo sus palabras, ella sí que es una mujer hermosa. Gracias Justine y Michael. ❤

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Touching! Glad we could share her story with you. Warmest hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@magdalenawolfert5541]

Ein wirklich berührendes Gedicht und eine so ehrliche Frau.Dankeschön.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

You are most welcome. We are so grateful that you enjoyed the video with Annie. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@TheTetzner]

What a beautiful, inspiring video. Sometimes, even with our weaknesses, we are the light at the end of the tunnel for someone. Greetings from Brazil. ❤🇧🇷

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Touching message, so glad you appreciated the video. Sending you warmest of hugs from South Africa, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@kir4n]

this episode was so emotional. I'd honestly give her a very compassionate hug and tell her that she is so beautiful in and out. Lucky are those who have someone to have deep conversations with. Watching a video by reflections of life every single night and I'm left with this after every video: Life is simply beautiful. So beautiful. All you have to do is pay attention in the present moment :) jeez i really love life

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Beautiful words about this video and about our channel. We are so happy that the stories we share speak to you deeply. Sending you warmest of hugs. Justine and Michael. 💚

[@caroloshea7830]

The purpose of life is to find God, our creator, to love Him and love others.

[@martynak919]

Maybe she was 'only' a rosebud but now she is a magnificent fully blooming rose that just makes you smile and appreciate the beauty of this world 🌹 Thank you for that ❤ What an inspiration to be simply human

[@ReflectionsofLife]

So beautifully said, thanks so much. Really touching. Sending you warmest of hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@elletuppen4844]

That Mother was the dark queen (of hearts) from Alice in Wonderland… and such energies in our lives bring us self challenge and deep work. Renowned behaviourist Chase Hughes suggests that “we see suffering first”. This has increased my compassion and I apply this to every person ~ especially when I can’t make sense of human behaviour. As to the washer…a dear elderly friend who lost a 4 year old son said that it changed her so she had become something totally different. No longer a bowl that could hold things and be fulfilled, but a colander with holes and she had to learn how to be a colander and serve her life and world in this way.

[@San-zm8kj]

this is so deep. thank you for sharing this wisdom with us.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Thank you for sharing your thoughts, they invite us to sit and ponder. The analogy about the colander is very interesting and thought-provoking. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@ruthtait5701]

That was just so heart touching. You are beauty itself, whether you see beauty, beauty is felt not seen. Every word you spoke, your smile, was felt. Beauty finds you, thank you ❤

[@ReflectionsofLife]

We appreciate your kind words. Sending you warmest of hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@stevieray7203]

May we all have wild and clean hearts 💛

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Lovely thought, thank you.💚

[@nerichkinette]

"Don't be anything less than everything you can be!". Than you for being loving, caring, humble, smart, funny, shining ... and so much more. Your poems are unique! Like you ❤

[@ReflectionsofLife]

So, so beautiful. Thank you for watching. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@spmoran4703]

Her book is called Pax , it means Peace in Latin. Rosebuds develope into roses . I love her poem and her cat is quite a character . The world is beautiful no matter what . Love the world and wash out the hate. My mother was similar person to this ladies mother. I dont look in mirrors and there are not many photos of me . Maybe i will get over it . I lived along time with it . And it as not truly affected me . I have success in my life but no photos . But there are no photos of Jesus . So i am in good company . I gave up on problems . People get them . Its not a perfect world . Thank you for this video.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

You are welcome, glad you enjoyed the video. Thank you for sharing a bit about your life, glad you were able to rise above what you experienced. We appreciate your words of encouragement. Sending you warmest of hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@britton_waif]

At one point, she reminded me of Emily Dickinson (her poem: "Not in Vain"). From this film, quite a many treasures to hold on to!! But, I love to hold on to, "I think, she's pretty" with all its possible/unsaid dimensions!! Can't thank you enough for gifting all these beautiful films!! Many thanks, Annie, for sharing your beautiful words!! Love. Hugs.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

We appreciate your kind words, so glad the video meant much to you. Sending much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@lianaghazaryan8063]

Кто нибудь скажет ,что она прекрасна!!!✨ Ее слова сразили меня,про то,что людям так больно,и они не видят ни своей красоты,ни своей доброты,но она есть...🙏🏻🤍🥺🥲 Как бы я хотела погрузиться в эти прекрасные глаза и наслаждаться содержательными разговорами... Да люди определенно потеряли себя. Нам порой так не хватает простого человеческого общения. Все погружены в свои телефоны,никто даже понятия не имеет ,что творится в душе другого человека...🥺

[@ReflectionsofLife]

We appreciate your kind and encouraging words. Thank you for sharing these deep thoughts. Sending you warmest of hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@lianaghazaryan8063]

🙏🏻💚🤗

[@barbaracollins3015]

As a woman now in her 60's who also grew up never hearing she was pretty or smart, only negative remarks from a mother who didn't love herself...I want to tell you how beautiful you truly are, not just on the outside but that soul of yours shines brightly. I'm the chain-breaker of the generational traumas in my family and I raised my own daughter with praise since she entered this world, but not just of her beauty but her brilliance, her humor, and her loving personality as well. This was a wonderful video, thank you for sharing your story. ❤❤❤

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Very touching, thank you for sharing a bit about your life. We are so happy that you appreciated Annie's message so much. Wishing you all the best for life's journey. Sending much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@baharam98]

Life 'is' beautiful when you look without running language in your mind; just to look in complete silence; Not the kind of man-made artificial silence, but the silence that naturally falls over your soul when LOVE is presence because you took the time, to "LOOK."

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Thank you for sharing this beautiful thought with us. Sending you warmest of hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@Lee-wh8mb]

You're so beautiful on all levels. Your soul shines and youre so gentle and kind. Keep shining/sharing your beauty and love

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Lovely, thank you💚

[@lambshepherd4377]

"We listen through looking"

[@ReflectionsofLife]

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[@drag_on_eye]

Annies are the meaning of life. Resolving the ultimate question to the most sustainable way of it... to live compassionately. Thank you for finding her for us ☮🐉👁

[@ReflectionsofLife]

So happy you appreciated the message Annie shared with us. Sending much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@rowinggranny5216]

Annie, you are beautiful ♥

[@ReflectionsofLife]

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[@jacquelinemariadring1187]

Another gem of a post .. authentically expressed and beautifully filmed. Thank you .. Thank you from across the miles🥰

[@ReflectionsofLife]

You are so welcome, we are happy that you liked the video so much. Warmest hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@martesoldal]

but most importantly, you have a beautiful heart.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

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[@anned6913]

Thank you Annie, thank you Justine and Michael, for sharing this beauty.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

You are welcome.💚

[@Mercalons]

You need to see yourself as God sees you

[@kimcunningham2107]

✝️Amen🙏💜

[@theodorawohler2213]

God looks at what is in your heart, there is where real beauty lies. BTW the first time anyone said I was beautiful, I was 69 years old. It was not my husband or parents who said it.

[@coolbreeze2213]

The words, breathtaking scenery and the soothing soft music make me feel this is paradise.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Lovely, we are glad that you enjoyed the video so much. Sending much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@hebarw3635]

This is my favourite channel 🤍

[@ReflectionsofLife]

That makes us so happy, thank you for telling us. Sending much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@kerenhannahgolan6961]

A beautiful video, as usual, ❤ I hpoe when Annie saw it she finally fully realized just how beautiful and pretty and amazing she is. Compassion, hope… listening with our eyes, and our hearst. She said it all. Thanks to each of you.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Touching. We are so thankful that her words resonated with you. Sending much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@Bosbos.m]

There is a wonderful solution in the Quran, “beautiful forgiveness.” It teaches you how to truly forgive without reproach or complaint, that is, how to discipline those who hurt you with love. This principle does not only make you do good, but it also gives you the power of deep inner peace that is difficult to explain. I advise you to prostrate and say (Glory be to my Lord, the Most High). Repeat that and you will notice and tell me about the beautiful feeling you will feel from God. It is divine providence.

[@Singingwhales]

The washer ❤ A little window to frame and view this world through

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Beautiful. 💚

[@grennieme]

I think she is Beautiful ❤

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Thanks so much for your kind words. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@SlowLivingSligo]

Just beautiful ❤. It’s a huge comfort to know there are people like this lady in the world. Her warmth and kindness are what the world needs right now. I often feel less of a person because of my upbringing and the hole where loving parents should have been follows me around. I often see washers on the floor and I sometimes pick them up. I’ll never forget their symbolism now. That’s a huge gift. Many thanks and all the very best to you ❤

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Such a touching message. So wonderful that Annie's words meant so much to you, may they carry and help you on your own journey through life. Sending much love and kindness to you. Justine and Michael. 💚

[@patriciadoutreligne9749]

...you are pretty🌸🙏

[@ReflectionsofLife]

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[@eddytheman1384]

Thank you Annie , Justine & Michael ! Relaxing , loving and deep ! Magical washers ,one solid ring separates same space into 2 inner and outer. Our bodies are like those washers . When our "solid ring" perish the inner space morph to outer space thus 2 become one. ... HPL to ALL !

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Thanks for sharing this beautiful message of appreciation for all that Annie shared with us. Your kind words always make us smile 💚

[@anabela3589]

Nuclear radish 😂 i think shes pretty 🫶 indeed you are ❤️

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Thank you so much for your kind words. Sending you warmest of hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@anabela3589]

@@ReflectionsofLife youre so Welcome 🙏 Warm greetings to both of you 🫶 Such a beautiful work you all do and share. Thank you

[@apparelstore302]

Your words have touched my very soul. Your are beautiful outside and in, thank you so much for sharing your story and your profound wisdom. You are so right when you say we've never been as connected yet so lonely, how sad is this.......

[@ReflectionsofLife]

We appreciate your kind words, so thankful her message meant much to you. Sending much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@kyonghealy3633]

Unafraid to be happy...

[@ReflectionsofLife]

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[@Maxxx-ld7lz]

“We were unafraid to be happy”❤Thank you!

[@ReflectionsofLife]

So nice that these words touched you. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@isvanalles7747]

🤍🕊🐦

[@ReflectionsofLife]

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[@akhils3000]

Listening to this talk almost feels like a meditation. She’s very calm and gentle person.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Thanks for appreciating all that Annie shared with us. We loved spending time with her and her family in their home. And we're grateful to Annie for having the courage to share her story with us. 💚

[@maribeg7775]

Quanta sensibilidade, amorosidade e consciência de ser humano ! Muito grata pelas preciosas reflexões. ! Gratidão 🙏

[@ReflectionsofLife]

We are so grateful that you enjoyed listening to Annie. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@margaretek5350]

My mother never wanted children! At age 75 I heard a speaker say there are no mistakes and we are all expressions of GOD! Thank you for your share ! Namaste 🙏🤍🪷

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Your words go deep, thank you for sharing. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@ms.lavernrobinson9420]

The one question "How do you know you live a good life?" It made me rethink what goodness is? Thank you. I will remind myself every in this question.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

We are glad these words spoke to you deeply, may they inspire you. Warmest hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@melissaoconnell5648]

I sure am glad Annie said it about eye gazing. How grateful I feel for the quality in which I have seen and beheld others in this way. For what is life, but to discover we dwell in - one another's eyes - . Thank you Annie for your gentleness, paths of discovery, poetry in motion and ways of seeing beauty that looks right back at you in truly seeing. Belovedness to You. ❤️🌹 Thank you Reflections of Life for bringing the essence of humanity - blossoming in its ripening.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Such lovely words, we are so thankful that Annie's message touched you so deeply. Sending much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@melissaoconnell5648]

Deeply, indeed. Much love and immense gratitude for keeping kindred being alive, vibrant 💚 Had to listen again These living vignettes - such a testament to the treasures of in depth reaches, finding, discovering and meeting one another - keep on, keeping on....living life's energetic ripples, surging 😌n 💓 Thank you for touching....so many souls

[@karenwolf8287]

This was simply beautiful! What a precious human this woman is- I could listen to her stories all day long❤

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Lovely. We are so happy that you enjoyed it so much. Sending much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@lorraineneville2907]

This morning I decided to refresh and relocate my plants outside my door. As I began to sweep I looked down to find the tiniest little washer! Thank you♥️✨🙏🏽😊

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Wow! So it happened as she said... Glad we could share her story with you. Sending you warmest of hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@Carole67182]

My heart aches that your mother said those things to you. Good for you for healing yourself.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

We appreciate your caring words. Warmest hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@shelleycossar9733]

Your are so beautiful x Your mother unfortunately projected those terrible words onto you but really its the way she felt about herself. You have learnt so much from feeling the deep sadness and challenges that your childhood brought you. Turning it around and knowing exactly how we should love each other. What a gift you have x All the best lovely lady

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Thank you for seeing all of her beauty - inside and out - and for sharing these words of kindness and support. We send you warm hugs. Justine and Michael. x

[@lbailey5430]

She is so pretty…outside and in…❤️ Thank you for sharing such a beautiful story of wisdom and love.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Thank you for your kind words. We are glad you enjoyed the video. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@Kerome33]

I thought her poetry was excellent. Like all the videos on this channel, I found this inspiring, uplifting, heart-warming, shot through with the best qualities of humanity. It’s a veritable treasure-trove of goodness.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Another message that stirs our soul! Thank you for seeing the value in each new story that we share 💚

[@zeussatrid7126]

this woman is beautiful and kind and a gift to the world

[@ReflectionsofLife]

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