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Heaven’s Blessing at Sunset
As I was pulling into my driveway this evening, I saw this beautiful cloud illuminated by the setting sun. Something told me to take pictures before the light faded. As I looked through the lens I saw this beautiful green orb- something I couldn’t see with the naked eye. At first it appeared low in the silhouette of the trees. Then, when I snapped the picture again, it was hovering above the clouds. For several days now, I have been saying prayers on behalf of family and friends in need of healing (myself included). I have always believed in the healing power of angels, especially the green healing light of Archangel Raphael. In times of both joy and sorrow I have felt the loving presence of God and his family of angels grace my life. There have been times when my days have been clouded by the dark shadow of depression, but even in darkness there is light. Sometimes prayers are not answered as quickly or in the manner you were hoping for. However, no prayer goes unheard. I believe tonight God heard mine.
Wishing you a blessed night and may God’s angels be with you. Wrapping you in love and light.
Sincerely,
Sheryl Brooks
On this holy night, graced by the first night of Hanukkah and Christmas Eve, I want to offer up a prayer to Heaven of peace for all people. Regardless of your spiritual journey, may God’s loving light awaken in you your soul’s true purpose and guide you to act in accordance with your higher self. I believe every individual possesses their own unique spark of divine light and together we can can light a pathway to a more peaceful world. Though our spiritual traditions and beliefs may differ, I believe every path ultimately leads back to the same loving source. The poem, Your Moment, from our book, The Restorative Power of Spirit: Poems of Faith and Hope, is a statement about the light of God that can be found within every heart. I pray that people will find unity in faith and come together in prayer this holiday season.
Your Moment
Wishing you a blessed holiday!
Sheryl Brooks
Redemption from Fear
Life is a balancing act and sometimes the stress of trying to manage everyday responsibilities can become too much. If you feel yourself slipping into that negative space, know that you are not alone. If left unchecked, feelings of sadness or fear can begin to weigh heavily upon your soul- creating a darkness that soon envelops you and keeps you captive in its stubborn embrace. I have been there and understand the toll feelings of depression and anxiety can have on your mind, body, and spirit. There is no shame in seeking professional help. Sometimes the bravest thing you can do is allow someone to see you at your weakest. You don’t have to face those moments of darkness alone. In addition to getting the support of a professional, time spent in prayer can also provide comfort. I have felt the presence of God and his angels in my life in some of my darkest moments. Those experiences of love and light inspired both my husband and I to publish our book, The Restorative Power of Spirit: Poems of Faith and Hope. Our hope is that our book will be a source of comfort to those in need of a loving positive message. No one should feel alone or ashamed because they are suffering emotionally, mentally, or spiritually and are in need of help. May God’s angels light a pathway out of despair, so that you can finally begin to see the promise of a brighter tomorrow.
With angels you are never alone
Blessings,
Sheryl Brooks
I wanted to wish everyone a very merry Christmas! Though we may differ in our spiritual beliefs and practices, I believe we are all blessed by the same loving Creator. I was raised to appreciate and respect the spirit of the holidays. No matter your spiritual tradition, I wish you a peaceful and joyful heart this holiday season. Unfortunately, I know from personal experience how difficult the holidays can be when you have lost someone close to you. For those of you who have experienced loss this past year or who may be coping with some other life challenge, I pray that you find comfort and strength.
I am including in this post a photograph my husband, Joe Brooks, recently took. We have been blessed with some amazing sunsets and in this particular picture I see an angel kneeling in prayer. May the presence of God and his angels grace your life and keep you safe.
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!
Sheryl Brooks
I would like to take this opportunity to wish my mom, my mother-in-law, and all mothers a very happy Mother’s Day. Motherhood has brought a whole new dimension to my life and I feel very blessed to have the opportunity to watch my son grow and evolve into the person he was meant to be. He turned 11 this year and it feels like it was just yesterday that I held him in my arms as a newborn. The years that have followed since those first few moments together as mother and son in the hospital have been marked with both highs and lows; moments of joy interspersed with moments of “What did I get myself into?” The challenge of trying to juggle family life with work and now a book to promote can be daunting to say the least. However, I know that I’m not walking this journey alone. Along with my family, I know God is with me and his angels are there to answer my calls for help when needed. I often find myself venturing outside at sunset or in the early evening hours to look up at the stars and to quietly commune with God. I use this time to express my appreciation for all our blessings and to release any fears or doubts that I might have. These moments in nature provide me with comfort and allow me to quiet my mind long enough, so that I can fully experience God’s loving presence. At night, we say prayers as a family to thank God for all that we have and to ask for a peaceful night’s rest. Mother’s Day provides a wonderful opportunity to not only appreciate the special women in our lives, but to celebrate family.
The months that have passed since our last blog have been filled with work and family responsibilities, but we did find time to participate in another event, an arts and cultural festival for the City of Peoria. We had the opportunity to meet with many wonderful people and we look forward to participating in many more events in the future, both close to home and throughout our beautiful state.
Happy Mother’s Day and Blessings Until We Meet Again!
Sincerely,
Sheryl Brooks
Photo taken in Monterey, CA