This was so powerful. And beautiful. And heartwarming. And heartbreaking. Thank you for sharing the morning and the experience with us. Love to your family from Charlottesville, VA
Your ritual is beautiful and rich with meaning. The moisture I felt, as I read your words, was from my own tears. What wonderful memories you have created, Julie.
all we've got against these vast storms is each other. But when some force, call it Mother Nature, call lit the Universe, call it God, call it whomever shows up and has your back, it's mindblowing.
Wow, what a profoundly exquisite experience! Yes, there is more to this than we know and your Mom must be one exceptional soul for the Universe to give you all such a gift. Sending warmest holiday wishes, love and gratitude your way.
Wow, Julie. So beautiful, so powerful - what a deeply textured experience to share with your family - especially with your mom. Wishing you well for 2025 - best, Aya
Our family has had Winter Solstice traditions for over a decade, based somewhat on the Roman Saturnalia (the kids get to somewhat run the show, and challenge each other to stay awake until sunrise - whoever falls asleep has to make breakfast - but I also insist on it being screen-free time sunset to sunrise). Chinese tradition is to wear new clothes on Winter Solstice, so that is also when my MIL usually has the year's new flannel pajamas ready. I love the photo of you & your mom with the sun rising behind you, if it's high enough resolution when I snag it I'm going to make you a color lithophane as a gift with that image that I think will help your heart in the times ahead - I'd been meaning to ask you for an image to turn into a lithophane for you, but this one seems perfect. I make them as gifts to people I know are hurting, to help them remember that they have to let the light shine through to fully perceive the beauty of what they have, and I feel that you would appreciate that tangible reminder that the stories you share are cherished beyond your ability to comprehend.
May we all be as blessed with love of our family in our final days in ways similar to how your family is loving each other through this. You're doing this work so beautifully, and it is truly an honor to get to experience a portion of the light your life shines. I am deeply grateful for your way of existing in the world.
"All shall be well, and all shall be well, and all manner of things shall be well.
For there is a force of love moving through the universe that holds us fast
and will never let us go.".
Juliana of Norwich
Solstice Blessings to you, Julie, and to all those you love.
beautiful
This was so powerful. And beautiful. And heartwarming. And heartbreaking. Thank you for sharing the morning and the experience with us. Love to your family from Charlottesville, VA
Thank you for that. Love to your family too 💞
Lovely! It made me tear up to watch the videos.
thank you for watching. it was so freaking surprising, amazing, profound!
That was beautiful! And incredible! Thank you for sharing. 💗
Thanks Julie!
Your ritual is beautiful and rich with meaning. The moisture I felt, as I read your words, was from my own tears. What wonderful memories you have created, Julie.
all we've got against these vast storms is each other. But when some force, call it Mother Nature, call lit the Universe, call it God, call it whomever shows up and has your back, it's mindblowing.
What a beautiful gift! And thank you for always sharing your heart !
Thank you Jenny. I know you can relate to the poignancy of family moments.
This is so wonderful ❣️ your mom, your son, the sun, the rainbow…and no rain….yes, my dear,A MIRACLE🥰
🙏🏽 thank you Claudette
What an extraordinary moment—one that is now forever imprinted on your hearts!
Indeed 💞
Julie, I love your ritual. Here’s hoping we all have a safe and peaceful new year ❤️
Wow, what a profoundly exquisite experience! Yes, there is more to this than we know and your Mom must be one exceptional soul for the Universe to give you all such a gift. Sending warmest holiday wishes, love and gratitude your way.
Beautiful way to put it
So Happy for you and your beautiful family, Julie! And thank you so kindly for sharing this beautiful story of love and connection. It warms my heart.
Blessings to you and yours, Julie.
Thank you Steve. I appreciate it 💞
Wow, Julie. So beautiful, so powerful - what a deeply textured experience to share with your family - especially with your mom. Wishing you well for 2025 - best, Aya
Thank you so much Aya 💞
I’m glad you got this moment during such challenging times. Hold strong.
Thank you Kerry 🙏🏽
Jules, this was beautiful. May you hold Jean close within your love. And give her a hug for me. 💜
Thank you Megan 💞
What an incredible story and experience. Breathtaking video of the rainbow. Definitely a hug from heaven or a kiss of the Divine.
Our family has had Winter Solstice traditions for over a decade, based somewhat on the Roman Saturnalia (the kids get to somewhat run the show, and challenge each other to stay awake until sunrise - whoever falls asleep has to make breakfast - but I also insist on it being screen-free time sunset to sunrise). Chinese tradition is to wear new clothes on Winter Solstice, so that is also when my MIL usually has the year's new flannel pajamas ready. I love the photo of you & your mom with the sun rising behind you, if it's high enough resolution when I snag it I'm going to make you a color lithophane as a gift with that image that I think will help your heart in the times ahead - I'd been meaning to ask you for an image to turn into a lithophane for you, but this one seems perfect. I make them as gifts to people I know are hurting, to help them remember that they have to let the light shine through to fully perceive the beauty of what they have, and I feel that you would appreciate that tangible reminder that the stories you share are cherished beyond your ability to comprehend.
May we all be as blessed with love of our family in our final days in ways similar to how your family is loving each other through this. You're doing this work so beautifully, and it is truly an honor to get to experience a portion of the light your life shines. I am deeply grateful for your way of existing in the world.