Barry Jenkins

North Fort Myers, FL, United States

Retired gifted and special needs teacher. Taught in an international school in Seoul, Korea for ten years. caregiver, author, speaker.

01 Jun 10:48

BIRDS, RABBITS, & DOGS

n the morning, before sunrise, is my favorite quiet time. While seated on the carport, letting my mind go silent, I observe nature. Often rabbits come up to me very close. I began saving veggie scraps, a few nuts and seeds to give. One Momma began bringing her babies! It was a joy to watch them grow! Even without food they visit still. Well, I sense it's them. Perhaps. They seem to know me and sense days when I may be working through something and linger. Such a delight! BIRDS: I maintain about five purple martin houses next to the house. Each year then generations return. All are full each year. Each morning their chirps wake me up and I smile. No need for an alarm! 😁 Then, when the babies begin learning to fly it's an absolute joy to watch. DOGS: I don't have a pet of any sort. However, the dogs as they and their owners walk past, almost all instinctly come to my porch door.

Wow! Thank you! This is such an honor! I don't know what the gift is yet, but what matters most is the positive energy and love all the members, the UNIFYD team, and of course, Jason share to make this the venue of light that it is. ❤🧡💛💚💙💜

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27 May 13:08

As a kid I wanted to be a social worker of some sort. Even then I wanted the world to be a better place for having been in it. I even toyed with the idea of being a preacher or singer, or actor. 🤣 All three have similar qualities! 🤣 I ended up an educator of kids with disabilities and also taught gifted. I found out after thirty years that we all have disabilities and special gifts as well. So, me now? I know the world is a better place for me in it. Well, yes, I also do stupid stuff and have hurt others in the past, but not often intentionally. The acting, singing, preaching? I performed all over the world when young. Im always at ease when speaking in front of others. Communication is one a big part of why I'm here. Communicating my truth authentically and being who I am and was meant to be. Presently I'm writing a book. This was insightful for me. Thank you! As a kid I guess I knew a lot about who I was before all the programing kicked in! 🤪 It may serve us all to remember those kid thoughts more frequently.

20 May 13:59

Yes, and love it. I can see a big difference in my joints and sleep quality when not at home.

20 May 13:51

Start each day with gratitude. Make sure you remember to love and forgive yourself before others. Self care is an important part of serving others.

15 May 19:53

As long as we give our power away and let our unconscious beliefs control us, will will not realize how controlled we are. Once aware, we have the choice to change the pattern or stay unconscious. Even Jesus told us this. Organized religions brainwash the believers in giving away their God give power.

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14 May 10:06

Jason has so much on his plate. What comes to my mind often is how we can best help him. The UNIFYD team is also busy. Please don't hesitate to let me or others know if there's anything we can do to help lighten the load.

14 May 09:20

I was young, about ten. On a warm summer night staring out the screen at the night sky, a light appeared and came closer and closer. Soon I could make out an androgynous figure. He/she came to my window extending a hand. I was suddenly floating along silently observing the town lights below. The being smile as it held my hand and finally spoke, saying, "Never forget this, Barry. You are here at this time for a very special purpose. " After a few more minutes of observing the town from above, I was back in my room in the bed at the window. Of course, recounting the happening to my mother, she dismissed it as a vivid dream. Perhaps so. However, I am over seventy years old and the event is as clear as if was yesterday. You KNOW the difference between a dream and an actual event somehow. Often in difficult times, especially, it comes to mind and I smile. It gives me strength, hope, gratitude and perseverance to continue on this wonderful journey.

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Salem Witch Trials. The Trail of Tears. The Creation of The Federal Reserve. Funding of Medical School by Rockefeller Grants and the subsequent dissolution of Holistic Medicine courses.

14 May 08:57

Hi!

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