WRITE YOUR ❤ OUT

OCEANS17 ANCHORAGE IS A NON PROFIT ORGANIZATION THAT ENCOURAGES PEOPLE TO SHARE THEIR STORIES! Writing my side of the stories gave me relief, release, and PEACE; most of all I found my voice and able to give back the love given to me freely with deep commitment. I want to encourage others to do so. We are in the process of publishing the sequel of my memoir; The title' DIVINE CONNECTIONS, with the subtitle. ' Had to break a bone to meet Kate! Currently, I am working on an “Eye-Opener" and the title is "Who am I to Judge” with the subtitle "Love Prevails” Our stories force us to think of our deepest values, pass on the experiences, lessons learned and let our "voices” be heard. It really matters way more than you Imagine! Self-confidence is the best accessory! Write Your Heart Out. People might read you and be inspired. Love! Forgive! Give! Let go. No matter what you go through in life be motivated to raise awareness that it's your story as much as mine. Connect the dots to find answers. Life is better connected. Often there are many stories linked behind the story  Your story is what you hold. It is something that you will always have. Its something you own worthy of passing on The power of sacrificial Love displayed in action by our ancestors. Some had the opportunity to share their heroic stories filled with passion; Compassion. A reminder of how much you were loved and treasured, in guiding generations on their path is an ancient practice to shape the lives of generations by following their footsteps. Those were real struggles and triumphs much like our own. They leave us with their wisdom earned from experiences tested throughout the years. Their gift is a road map to inner transformation and serenity. It is your turn to dutifully spread the love given to you. Tragic yet inspiring compelling stories will benefit generations. They give hope to the hopeless, to take a lead in life to move forward. Stories appear to be shown in a fundamental way in which the brain organizes information in a practical and memorable unique way. The human brain mapping is one of the biggest mysteries. It is the concept of how we create meaning out of our words. Stories are deep-rooted and writing gives the opportunity to dig deeper to find hidden "U" It helps others to have a better image of the bigger picture. New brain research by USC scientists shows that reading stories is a universal experience that may result in people feeling greater empathy for one another. This creates creative minds and points towards God's hand at work for every season of our lives as the world turns. An amazingly brilliant idea of seems to open doors to the under privilege which provides great opportunities to tell their side of the story, which used to be limited to rich and famous and now easily available at a very affordable price. A new door open welcomes to lift the burden off of once shoulders to give the voice you possess to inspire and achieve better results to make the world a much better place for future generations. You might read their story and look at the person differently and understand why people are the way they are and give them the opportunity to know you better. It is said live and learns! Write and learn as well. There is a time to be still, and time to speak out. Spoken and unspoken words make a lasting impact in US. One of the greatest pleasures in life is reading a Good Read! There is a time to tell your stories! There is a time to write your stories. If its time to act on them records them on paper or tape. Resurrect your dreams and pursue them. Teach your most valuable lessons in life. If we can help we should do it with ZEAL Leavy your LEGACY! Celebrate! Let your vision inspire generations! What use is it to have ever been young, if you cannot build on that history today. Recall your youth, not simply for nostalgia's sake but to distillessons for today. P.S. On the 27th June, I attended an event held by "EVERYONE IN" ending homelessness through supportive housing! Stories from the front line.  Real people who hit the rock bottom became homeless were raised up by those who cared deeply.  Now they stand taller as they 've never been and sharing their success stories to give HOPE! SOMETIMES YOU HAVE TO GET DOWN TO THE LOWEST LEVEL TO STAND TALLER THAN YOU HAVE EVER BEEN 

little things that makes a difference

little things that makes a difference

It was an amazing experience to witness the Richness of Diversity! among animals live in Liberation!

Simplicity is often found in unexpected corners teach us the privileges of freedom.

On the way to spend a weekend at the Cafe de sol beach resort we stopped to visit Auto Safari Chaplin.

It began with a fresh cup of coconut water served with love and a shining smile by Indu!

It was a very beautiful moment took me by surprise.

The delicious coconut water brought back the pleasant memories of my care free! worry free childhood.

It was amazing to watch the mellow tigers, lions and all animals mingling; getting along with each other. Laying down side by side with peace and tranquility

To my eyes it was a glimpse I Heaven filled my happy ❤ with ultimate gratitude.

No bars! No walls has created an incredible bond found in the animal kingdom! In wilderness, allows them to live with peace and Harmony.

Claudia and i enjoyed the spiritual experience to make eye contact with Zebras while feeding them with great Love!

Unforgettable uplifting moments to cherish!

Indu didn't seem to have a minute to spare due to his hectic schedule but made plans in Silence to make my visit memorable .

Last November I flew the friendly skies to Guatemala on my birthday to spend time with my nephew, his lovely wife Caludia, precious Baby Bianca and little dog Goofy.

Indu was determined to make so much happen in the little time with sacrificial LOVE displayed with the innocent smile cannot be articulated with all the words in the dictionary.

He wouldn't let any distraction stand in the way.

I watched Claudia's determination to make it a point to save the environment with one straw at a time.

A reminder of the line!

It's the little things that makes a difference.

I am so honored for the gift of TIME given with gracious generosity and want to say thanks for caring so much to make my stay memorable!

Touched by an Angel!

Touched by an Angel!

Her confident heavenly voice took my breath away. We sat in silence and listened to her fascinating voice on Sunday the 19th August during the service at Calvary church. It was a very gratifying spiritual experience and I feel so blessed for the privilege to be present with the audience that morning in calm delight. Her grace, sweetness charm. the friendly sophicated simplicity captured us. A breath of fresh air! A treasure, precious Gem. You'd be amazed as well if you get to meet and listen to her. Music unseen, still move the heart! A friend for life; great language to grow up and spread the joy. Devotion to motion defines memorable moments! it was one of those precious moments to reminise with joy! She certainly made a mark on me. Every child is precious and should have the opportunity to play a melody brings joy to their hearts. Certain beloved melodies linger in our heart and minds for-ever. Beautiful music is the food of LOVE! A magnet to Peace, Joy, and Harmony.

Divided we fail the children

On 21st July I joined my friend Bel her husband Stan, their children and friends to support the hurting mothers and the children of the illegal immigrants who are living in separation from each other.

The innocent children don’t deserve to live in deep anguish and wonder why? and what caused the separation. Those in power should focus and do whatever it takes to close the loopholes in the system than making children pay the price for the decisions parents made.

There have to be a wiser, civilized, kind ways to create a healthy balance.

The feeling of being isolated from the only world they know is devastating to the fragile minds, who are at the mercy of unknown; a different world. Intense emotions of separation anxiety cause deep scars! Few lines of a famous song come to my mind.

“There is a tear in your eye! and I ‘m wondering why? For it never should be there at all”.

So many caring people walked the walk to send a message of LOVE while hurting parents graciously offered the supporters cool water with a warm smile during the long walk began at Iconic McArthur park.

Their attitude of gratitude gave us spiritual energy to make it to the finish line in the extreme heat that afternoon.

Who could relate to their pain better than our family had to live on 3 continents in separation because of inhuman cruelty of few lost souls? We know because we walked the desert In their shoes.

Miraculously we had a second chance to reunite, but the anxieties and the confusion caused during the separation left deep scars! Deeper than the permanent visible scar on my face.

After we got reunited I remember the moment my daughter said to me. “Mama I wish you fed me only coconut and rice and kept me with you.” I replied to her, “Shirlene I wish it was that easy,”

Couldn’t hold the tears filled my eyes, turned around to hide the fears of losing her again because of my misunderstood intentions.

She couldn’t understand but the choices were made for us.

It was a very uplifting experience to see caring people gathered together raising their voices on behalf of the tormented children who were fearful, and unable to express the grief and sorrow of separation.

Families belong together! Children need nurture, compassion, and understanding; certainly not punishment.

Divided we fail the world! Mother nature ! ‘U” Universe!

An inspirational story: A living testimony of Hope for redemption

An inspirational story: A living testimony of Hope for redemption

Correction does much. Encouragement does more.

 

Shon Hopwood was young and reckless. He served time in prison for bank robbery. Later became a well-known as a jailhouse lawyer.

Awaken once help others!

His inspirational story gives a silver line of HOPE to prisoners for a second chance at a life worth living. Shon did this from behind bars. His legal journey began at the federal prison. where he learned to write briefs for the prisoners while serving a 12-year sentence.

He heard the haunting harsh words spoken over and over by the prison guards to the prisoners.

You are worthless! You'd amount to nothing.

Without a doubt, those words and the hostile atmosphere crush their spirit and hold them back to remain behind bars with no desire to change their route. The low self-esteem kicks in as they feel outcast from the society. It's not over once they are released after the time served, and faced with a new set of challenges as they have to live with the stigma of being a criminal. 

The dark shadow of harsh judgment follow and prevents them from improving their behavior and certainly wouldn't motivate them to think better about themselves and make better choices.

Their past haunts them to the extent they go back to the life of crime for survival as it seems like the only way and over time most of them become hardened criminals. 

The condemnation presses down and manifests a heavy burden and they miss out on the joy of redemption.

Power is only safe with those who humble themselves to serve with love and care. 

Thankfully those harsh words fell on deaf ears to Hopwood. He heard his little voice after about 6 months being incarceration. He leaned prison is certainly not the place for personal growth. He decided to take a 'U' turn.

Shon Robert Hopwood is an American Law professor of law at Georgetown University law center.

Jails are also overcrowded with drug addicts. They are not criminals and certainly don't belong behind bars.

They need counseling not punishment. 

The recognition that. most criminals and delinquents are mentally ill people, mostly might have led to mental disturbance by harsh words spoken over them, who had to grow up in hostile atmosphere need treatment rather than punishment. The liberal outlook on the problem, that is the progressive social reform to replace punishment with re-rehabilitation

It is crucial we share these stories to give hope to those who might have given up in the belief nobody cared because they are worthless. 

Mental institutions and jails are overcrowded because most people are quick to judge, condemn and throw the key away and look the other way.

Don't be hard on those who have lost their way and trapped. Be tender. Listen to their story to understand why. Raise awareness! Feed their minds constantly to shape the lives. 

Tenderness is not weakness. Be kind! Help them break the barriers and find their way.

MacArthur Park

 
 
Teera and a fellow writer Bel spent a very pleasant afternoon at the Los Angeles Iconic MacArthur Park during the period the spheres were displayed. It was beautiful eye-catching colorful scenery brightened the whole area.
 
 

Bel is in the process of writing her amazing story   “CHILD OF GOD”.

10,000 children and adults have helped revitalize MacArthur park as part of Portraits of Hope’s latest project. Most of the spheres floated were painted by disabled children and adults

Teera feels privileged to have the opportunity to lend a hand and have met the Massey family, the founders of Portraits of Hope Foundation during the time they passionately worked with the volunteers to accomplish the task.

It was a demonstration of consciousness of human caring for a cleaner environment. Great voices speaking with paintings

 Let the voices be heard in “GRATITUDE”.

For more information please check www.portraitsofhope.org