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Nov 27, 2023Liked by Sebene Selassie

The Bone People is a stunningly beautiful novel by NZ author Keri Hulme. Sadly it's not in audible or kindle format but maybe a read for when you return! πŸ§‘πŸ™πŸ“–

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Thank you Kristin. I don’t know not and will def check it out! πŸ’•

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Nov 27, 2023Liked by Sebene Selassie

Whenever I read you, I am kinder to myself. Thank you for that. Wishing you all good things - good news on your scans and good immersion! May ease, awe and delight be your steady companions on your journey.

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Thank you Erin. So glad to know it supports you! πŸ₯°

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Nov 27, 2023Liked by Sebene Selassie

Wishing you delicious adventures Sebene! <3

(I've been dreaming about an extended solo trip myself...thank you for the heaping spoonful of inspiration)

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Do! It!!

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Dec 2, 2023Liked by Sebene Selassie

So happy you’re going to NZ! My favorite country, so far! I tried to marry-into a Kiwi life but failed on that front. Drove the whole S Island solo years ago. Dunedin has lovely cliffs and sights and I have lovely friends there if you’re in a pinch. Praying scans were clear!!! πŸ™

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Thank you friend!! And of course you did! πŸ˜† I’m very excited! 😊

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Nov 29, 2023Liked by Sebene Selassie

Well Sebene - whatever the scan results, it is clear from the comments that we, your spiritual community, will support and love you through it. My first thought when you mentioned New Zealand was Lucy Lawless (Xena Warrior Princess energy to you!). And today, the final Jeopardy question was about New Zealand! (Definitely a positive sign from the universe even though I didn't know the answer.) Looking forward to hearing about your adventures. Courageous loving energy comforts scanxiety - hugs!

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Awww. Thank you Althea. That means a lot! Many blessings to you! πŸ’—πŸ’—πŸ’—

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Nov 27, 2023Liked by Sebene Selassie

Thank you for beautifully demonstrating that sometimes our plans need to fade so that we can honor our truth. May you feel held in lovingkindness during your scans and the wait for what they reveal.

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Thanks Nicole! I appreciate the blessings! πŸ™πŸΎ

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Nov 27, 2023Liked by Sebene Selassie

Yes to The Bone People by Keri Hulme - it is one of the most moving books I have ever read. Worth making space for a paperback copy in your backpack

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Oh wow. Ok. Gonna look into this. Thank you Karin! πŸ’œ

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I loved this letter, thank you! "No story, just melting salt water" is exactly it. When I had to have some medical testing recently I found myself listening to Bill Callahan's "Too Many Birds" a bunch because like tears and smiles sometimes music moves things around. That song does the strangest thing, repeating one line over and over again but adding one new word each time. I think it made the waiting part of me feel noticed and attended to. Thank you for sharing your reminders to self so generously.

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Oh my goodness. Thank you for this song Elizabeth. Love it! πŸ§‘πŸ™πŸΎπŸ§‘

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Nov 27, 2023Liked by Sebene Selassie

Thank you, Sebene. I’m the worst patient, son of a doctor and a nurse, and medical examination gives me the heeby jeebies too! Actually it’s all examination that is anxiety inducing, it’s hard for me to believe I haven’t failed in some way when a medical report comes back β€œbad.” Your words on accepting what is hit home for me, and that is a reminder we can all use anytime. I’m grateful for the authentic sharing over what you’d initially thought you should share, much loveπŸ’œdoug

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Thank you Doug. Blessings on all of us terrible patients!! πŸ˜‚βœ¨πŸ’•

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Nov 27, 2023Liked by Sebene Selassie

Sebene... I'm grateful for the diversion in the original intent of this moons offering, to what you instead ended up writing about and sharing. some of what you realized for you in your recent interactions, is resonating with me in my current life situations... Iim.πŸ‘€ some connections more clearly πŸ™πŸ»πŸ™Œ

also, may your scans be clear, your travel be safe and easeful. may your heart be full 🌌🌿 - sonta

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Thank you Sonya also for letting me know it resonates! πŸ’•

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