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Random Ramblings's avatar

This is splendid Johnstone. I'm a non-Catholic and I always wondered why Ash Wednesday is so significant to Catholics. Now that I'm enlightened, it makes more sense (although I always found it to be a fascinating event)

I agree with you about being present in every moment. I'm trying to be present for my friends and family, and even random people I meet on the street. Just to let them know how much value they carry. Thank you so much for this

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Eavesdropping by Johnstone's avatar

I'm glad you found it valuable, Anigboro.

That's such a lovely thing. Often times, when we consciously stay present in every moment, it eventually becomes an unconscious part of our life.

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Royal Rubies's avatar

Being present in every moment is key; it's all part of a bigger picture. Thank you, Johnstone!

Last year was my first Ash Sunday service, and I was so excited to get the ash on my forehead. But I never actually knew where the ash came from. Now I do - thanks for the insight!

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Eavesdropping by Johnstone's avatar

Now you do! 😃

It's absolutely key! It's been vital to my overall development as a person, and it has helped me confront and appreciate a lot of things that I would have easily ignored.

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Rebecca Neni's avatar

Every piece of the puzzle is important no matter how small!

This is a beautiful piece with a profound lesson!

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Eavesdropping by Johnstone's avatar

Yes, Neni.

I love how you use puzzles to capture it.

Thank you for reading.

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