Thank you almighty Father for another year that you have added to my life. To you I pray: May all the nations in the world unite and not blame. May they work harmoniously and in unity to successfully find the vaccine against Covid-19. May those who have lost their loved ones be comforted with God’s healing love. May we always extend our hands to those who are less fortunate than us remembering we are all children of God.

Whether it is one, two or three, the numbers don’t count. They are angels because they … Give their time by listening attentively and without being judgmental whilst you vent your feelings. Let you finish, and don’t interrupt. Help in whatever way they can. Encourage and lift you when you are down. Can read you like a book. Laugh and cry with you. Forgive. Hug and say, “I love you, sis”. And you know they do unconditionally.

As our existence on earth is impermanent, if there is one thing you have been longing to do then why not pursue it? Don’t allow anything to prevent you from fulfilling your heart’s desires, which will enrich your mind and soul. Have you spoken to your heart lately?

The simple act of smiling has the power to radiate benevolence both to the receiver and the giver. Smiling means we want to build rapport and harmony with the other person. It is a universal body language of goodwill without even saying a word. In a heated conversation, it diffuses animosity. According to Mother Theresa, “Smile is the beginning of love”. When we smile, it shows that we care and acknowledge the existence of another person despite our busy lives.

Have you ever been to a party where someone’s standing at the door, checking guests’ names against the invitation list? Put yourself in the host’s position; you wouldn’t fancy paying for an uninvited guest, would you? Nobody would. It’s the same with our thoughts, and we should keep a good…

We were born superior to animals because we have the capability to think, and we do not just act by instinct. You and me, regardless of our position in life. It is by thinking and by taking the appropriate action that we solve our problems. Now, imagine that every day of our lives is typical, with no issues or hurdles to overcome. Everything and anything is in the right place. What do you think is going to happen?

Do you have one? If so, what is it? It differs from person to person. That’s great; otherwise, can you imagine if everyone goes after the same thing? What good will that do? To some people, it means shopping, going to the gym, having a spa treatment, a weekend getaway…

We all do it. We say to the other person. “I forgive you”. But deep inside, we don’t. It is still at the back of our minds. Or, sometimes, the incident creeps up long after we have said the three words. Sounds familiar? We have two choices here: we can…

Water There is something special in the water that calms and clears my mind. Whether it is a lake, waterfall, river or sea, it does not matter. The effect is the same. I am mesmerised as I gaze at its astonishing power whilst it, Purifies Cleanses Hydrates Revives Humans, animals and living things on earth. Faith, hope and love are the pillars of our existence, and just like water, humans will not last without them.