I am the one before time; I know all things, see all things in their fullness, because I made it so. Follow me, so you shall know…
There is a realm which divides the unknowing from the travelers. It is the Came. There is beauty and perfection in many of the breathing inhabitants, there are also the sinful and the dark. The realm always needs balancing. This paradox is allowed for a reason. Don’t try to parse it out. I made it so.
People live in the realm until it’s time for their journey. All make the journey, at different stages and varying ages. Why? There is no beginning and no end, no timetable, no clock that strikes their hour. This evolved over millennia, set into motion by My presence, and I watch over all those that Came to Be. However, the realm is independent, I can only wait. That saddens me often but has been true from the very Firmament. There are mysteries you are not allowed to understand. Have faith in me. I knew you and breathed life into you, your forebearers, and those that will arrive after you in the Came. This miracle is made fast by those I love and who love each other. This privilege will continue forever. I made it so.
When you depart the Came, you are one of the Left. It’s a journey that takes less than the blink of an eye. How you arrive is confusing though, because your corporal body is no longer encasing you. You are free of any pain or fright, illness or want. A blessing that passes understanding awaits you at the Proving. I knew those that left would need guidance and help, to continue their path to the Beginning.
So, It Be
When you arrive, there is a long and pebbled path. It shines, as so many things do here. Not the shine of gold or precious stones, the shine reflects the goodness of the Path. It nurtures you, cradling your feet, with care and gentleness. You can still feel, touch, have emotions, be whole here. Lots of travelers come blunted and scarred. The path starts your healing.
The Path leads to a Forest of the finest tallest trees, not known in the Came, which produce large velvet leaves they wear like a crown. Sheltered grasses sway gently in the wind, alongside flowers of incredible beauty, they bend and dance to make all glad
The Proving is not a place of holding for past wrongs. It serves as a place to sleep, slumber, and dream; to grow strong for the task that is given, the Waiting.
Since I like the beautiful, I placed Ministers here, they are a twinkle and a flash, bringing peace to those in their care. No one that arrives and is prepared for the Sleep is afraid of them. They are part of my creation of beauty.
My Children, a bit of magic is at work here, all states of action are valued. Believe, as I value you.
The Lefts who need their rest are calmed by the Ministers. They receive wrappings of the finest silk, woven with stars, so there is always light in their wrapping. These Annointed are placed in the soft grass, and their sheltering tree reassures them in all ways they need. Most of newly Annointed share conversations with their Tree, because all trees have wisdom, Proving Trees even more so. I created them, and every other of their kind. So, It Be
When a blessed one is ready, their Minister comes and settles them to slumber. She devotes her entire existence to this forming miracle, being steadfast and true. She is also tasked with guiding a minister in the Came, amongst those I call to shepherd. My disciples cannot be steadfast for their flock when left alone with their own burdens, for much is required of them. Otherwise, they will lose their faith in Me.
For each of the Annointed, their time here varies. But why even worry your mind with that fact? Time here is endless, as it has always been, and needs be. As are the stars and galaxies, as is the number of hairs on your head, as the fact that love is endless—it is also timeless. So, It Be
My flowers grow around the Annointed, and on their silk. There is no rain or cold here, no harsh sun, no harsh sounds or winds, but the Annointed require the beauty and fragrance of the flowers. Just like you do.
There is a major reason the Annointed slumber here. The are Waiting, waiting to love and guide, to ensure the happiness of the Left. Their love is fierce for the souls they await. You will understand, be sure of Me.
I heard footsteps, one of mine was coming, seeking Me. This beloved was tired and confused, trembling. He did not understand why he was here, nor what was ahead. He tried to take in all nuances and put them in order but was illuded. Part of my plan, there is a need, and it will be filled.
The Path murmured and made his feet welcome. The trees danced their beautiful leaves and exclaimed, “It’s a Shining One”. The grasses grew tall, proclaiming, “It’s one of Them”. Likewise, the flowers who made themselves most beautiful, and the Ministers who were made glad, held the news within their hearts.
This man stood, alone, and quiet. I asked, “Will you come to me and put on my brightest raiment?” For he was one of the few, whom I allowed to see what others could not see. He was precious in my eyes, because he gave his all to those that needed him, not expecting any return. He was one of those in the Came who found balance, and a larger life. He spent his time learning and refining, following his heart and using his talents to their fullest. He considered all as his friends, and their friendship succored him, by filling a hole which had been ripped in his heart. Long ago he’d received a most grievous hurt. There was no rhyme or reason to it, indeed it made no sense. But he didn’t become hardened and bitter, he knew those states would not help. He was so strong as he viewed my visage, but was not shaken, due to his intelligence and inquiring mind. I had known his time in the Came would be difficult and sorrowed. Only the greatest of hearts are capable of giving without limits. He was my best creation of his kind.
He looked at me with the gentlest of smiles; I looked at him with love and welcome. I came to him and touched his heart. It was still there; a soul still needs it to walk the Path. I bade his heart to heal. Understanding suffused his being, and he shone so brightly! I held his hands and said “I’ve been greatly sorrowed over that which you’ve suffered, it was most terrible. I could not prevent your hurt, but I sent you help. She always sat on your shoulder and loved you while you were learning to cope. She was gladdened, so happy that you grew in Faith despite what you endured. She went with you through the whole of your sorrow, until you could abide and regain happiness. Then I called her to slumber and wait.”
The particular Minister that had kept watch over this tiny form, became strong and tall, crowned with beauteous wings and a golden diadem. My ministers did not show those that slumbered their true form, because they wouldn’t be able to take in their glory. She handed the man a very tiny, but very active Annointed. He removed her raiment immediately, knowing without knowing. The Annointed returned his gaze, and he heard in his heart of hearts: “I’ve waited so very long to see your sweet face.” She sighed as she basked in the strength of his arms.
It was a moment of grace, which she gave, and he received. He held up the tiny form and breathed out with wonder, “Faith”? With that gift she grew, because she could do anything with their combined strengths. With in a second, she became the form she most desired, a laughing happy little girl, and the most beautiful to his eye. She said “Daddy, I’ve waited for you. We have so much to do, so much to see.” With glee she added, “Now we can go to the Beginning and be with all our family as they come to us.” She took his strong hand in her tiny one, and together they journeyed to where they had both started, at the Beginning.
Beloved all will be made known and taken care of for you. Do not let any wrongs or hurt separate us, for I love you, and have made a home here for you. I thought these thoughts, and was made happy, for while I can’t prevent every hurt and sorrow, I can heal, and make whole those that choose to come to me. Accept that which I give you freely, the greatest gift of All:
My Eternal Love