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sérendipité
As a very sentimental person, I have found favor in embracing the undeniable existence of change. For the many years that have gone by, I learned to take a step forward to the open waters of the unknown holding on tight to the courage that was gifted to me, along with the anticipation of some… Read more
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all by grace
I’ve been meaning to post this entry at the end of November 2023 as a caption for my usual monthly dump post on Instagram, but I thought it would be perfect to post it as the first blog entry for the year 2024. After all, as I was processing my emotions for a couple of… Read more
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le soir
so long, my aged memory the autumn leaves have fallen your unkindness has awakened the blossoming tree,a new season for the eyes to see in the interim, I sing the anthemof a child in wait for a mother’s kiss through David’s harp, the birth of a psalm,here listen —a warm welcome for the coming redemption… Read more
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sealed
delays are not denials we ought not to lower our standardsjust ’cause others say we’re losing time for we are not life is a race but we aren’t in a rushour season is hereembrace itsavor it there’s so much to doand learn in the waiting we don’t have to give into peer pressure or resemble… Read more
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feather duster
like tiny feathers floating in the skyswiftlyscattered by the wind,unchased, unseen then careful what you listen neither false nor true,it’s not yours to spillfasten thy mouthbe not like otherswho bruit about,many have fallen in the trap stirring up angerhatredhurt how many more lives will it ruinwhen it reaches theears of the indiscreet should you add… Read more
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wander-land
how come we crave for growth yet run away from the watersthat nourish the body and feed ourselveswith the poisonous nightlock in the wildlike the forbidden fruit in Eden,we were warned aboutthese deadly berries slowly we let our bones crackeyes tearhearts shatterby those that seemtasty to the eyes by will,we can resistif we choose so,butwhy… Read more
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about the blog
Selah is a collection curated by savoring the little moments of the everyday life. Take a break and breathe in the now, for better days are coming.
meanings
[sel-uh]
Origin: Hebrew
Definition(s): to pause, listen, breathe, reflect, meditate
“He leads me beside quiet waters; He refreshes my soul”
Psalm 23:2-3
Amidst the noise of the outside world and the loud screams of my mind, writing has always been my breath of fresh air, a selah moment that is essential for me to ink out all that is within, in this safe space I created and welcome new beginnings.
the semicolon
In grammatical terms, the semicolon is a punctuation mark used to connect two separate but related clauses. It indicates that the first sentence could have ended but continues.
In the past years, the semicolon was used in suicide awareness and mental health campaigns, becoming an emblem of hope and strength to those who have been struggling and wanting to give up, but bravely chose to fight.
The existence of hardships and battles in life is indubitable, and yet sometimes the only choice we have is to face them anyway. Personally, I clung to this symbol to remind myself that regardless of what may come, I will choose to live. After that comes the next story.
Selah (pause) + Semicolon (continue)
In summation, this blog is a museum of collected thoughts and reveries mused by the pauses and interludes of my life. These reflections traverse me into a deeper understanding of what is life. As I reconnect with the Creator and Author of my life, I gain knowledge of my truest identity, peace to embrace what is to come, and courage to continue despite the vast uncertainty. My desire is to share this experience through writing and inspire as many indeed, to always take a step forward and find love and happiness along the way.
about the author
live. learn. love.
anna bernice | nurse | philippines
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