Steadygain's Groove and Trip Pad

[Buster]

I am presently striving for another job and if that 'door opens' then we will officially be 'hitched'.

I'm sorry Steady..call me dense, but by "Hitched" you mean?

 

[Steadygain]

I'm sorry Steady..call me dense, but by "Hitched" you mean?

You're anything but dense Buster and this is a good question.

By 'Hitched' I mean we will forever be joined together and there is nothing in this Universe -- or outside of it -- that will tear us apart.

It means I leave my present wife with everything - leave her and start all over. She, and the kids, know I'm anxiously awaiting to be told the job I'm wanting is mine. It means having ONE woman and One only for the remainder of my days. It means she will be 'my wife' and without that being perhaps the most central and unquestionalbe goal both of us long for -- we would not get hitched at all.

It mostly means 'worshipping her' - because there is no one that could possibly bring me more fully into HIS GRACE and let me know HIS GLORY more.

It means totally acknowledging her for everything GOD promised me when I had what I'll call my Vietnam experience. She is the Perfect GIFT and I will prove this over and over throughout the years.

It means finding an ever increasing FAITH and knowing the Fruits of the SPIRIT far beyond what I even know today.

It mostly means 'accepting' and 'acknowledging' what GOD alone could have made possible.

 

[Buster]

You're anything but dense Buster and this is a good question.

By 'Hitched' I mean we will forever be joined together and there is nothing in this Universe -- or outside of it -- that will tear us apart.

It means I leave my present wife with everything - leave her and start all over. She, and the kids, know I'm anxiously awaiting to be told the job I'm wanting is mine. It means having ONE woman and One only for the remainder of my days. It means she will be 'my wife' and without that being perhaps the most central and unquestionalbe goal both of us long for -- we would not get hitched at all.

It mostly means 'worshipping her' - because there is no one that could possibly bring me more fully into HIS GRACE and let me know HIS GLORY more.

It means totally acknowledging her for everything GOD promised me when I had what I'll call my Vietnam experience. She is the Perfect GIFT and I will prove this over and over throughout the years.

It means finding an ever increasing FAITH and knowing the Fruits of the SPIRIT far beyond what I even know today.

It mostly means 'accepting' and 'acknowledging' what GOD alone could have made possible.

Thanks for the time to clarify..although shocked..I wish you all the luck in the world.

 

[FAB1]

Thanks for the time to clarify..although shocked..I wish you all the luck in the world.

Yeah, wow im shocked as well. Your "trip" turns out to be more than a
fantasy story, huh?

Thanks for sharing!

 

[Steadygain]

Thanks for the time to clarify..although shocked..I wish you all the luck in the world.

Yeah, wow im shocked as well. Your "trip" turns out to be more than a
fantasy story, huh?

Thanks for sharing!

Well we are extremely grateful for both of you. Buster, you've more than gone out of your way on our behalf and you'll always hold a huge place in our lives.

Fab1 -- you're also hitting the right spots.

No one could be more 'Shocked' than me. :nuts:

I thought it was someone else and so I shrugged my shoulders and kind of blew her off for awhile.

Then I put her through a lot of terrible trials - expecting her to fall pretty hard and leave frustrated and mad.

Life is a series of stages. It's that way in our walk with God too. You get so far ... then you step up to another level .... and then another.

It's been that way throughout my carreer -- I've gone through many directions to get the grounding I have -- and somehow they have allowed me to take bigger steps to better things and a more rewarding life.

Was very much that way with the Service/karate -- which I would combine as one.

Lastly it's undoubtedly that way with relationships -- and I've waited my whole life for this moment.

Thank You !!! I hope your lives are filled with the deepest happiness

 

[Buster]

Well then ole friend..this song was written for you..

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q34pUPTy5Dk​

 

[Steadygain]

And with that he disappeared.

Steady went to one of the local hangouts instead of going home. He was quite taken by a new man he met. The more he talked with him the more he was totally convinced this was the perfect match.

Gosh, the way you talk and the way you sound is so cool. I'm kind of bursting with excitement -- and need to ask:

'Are you gay'?

'Totally man - you know it', he said with a smile.

'Really man :nuts: I thought you had to be.'

'Through and through and most can tell by the way I sound'.

'WOW!! This is soo cool. Hey listen I've got the sweetest most wonderful woman right here on this planet and she would like die to hear your voice.'

'Hey that's cool - I'd be more than happy to come over'.

'MAN!!! I can hardly believe this is really happening. Alright well I got like a small studio when we walk in - that carries your voice throughout the room above. So I'll spend a little while with her and give you a signal to get you going right on 'cue'. I can't tell you how much this mean to me.

'Thanks Steady, I've had quite a few tell me that but none with more excitment and enthusium than you.'

The two of them were exited about getting to Steady's home. As soon as they arrived Steady took him in the Studio and he stood in front of the microphone. Steady then immediately teleported to join Blue and a little while later gave the signal.

I've been really tryin', baby
Tryin' to hold back this feelin' for so long
And if you feel like I feel, baby
Then come on, oh, come on
Whoo, let's get it on
Ah, babe, let's get it on
Let's love, baby
Let's get it on, sugar
Let's get it on
Whoo-ooh-ooh

We're all sensitive people
With so much to give
Understand me, sugar
Since we got to be
Let's live
I love you

There's nothin' wrong
With me lovin' you
Baby, no, no
And givin' yourself to me can never be wrong
If the love is true
Oh, babe, ooh, ooh

Don't you know
How sweet and wonderful life can be?
Whoo-ooh
I'm askin' you, baby
To get it on with me
Ooh, ooh, ooh

I ain't gonna worry, I ain't gonna push
Won't push you, baby
So come on, come on, come on, come on, come on, baby
Stop beatin' 'round the bush, hey

Let's get it on, ooh, ooh
Let's get it on
You know what I'm talkin' 'bout
Come on, baby, hey, hey
Let your love come out
If you believe in love
Let's get it on, ooh, ooh
Let's get it on, baby
This minute, oh yeah
Let's get it on
Please, please, get it on
Hey, hey

I know you know
What I've been dreamin' of
Don't you, baby?
My whole body is in love
Whoo

I ain't gonna worry, no, I ain't gonna push
I won't push you, baby, whoo
Come on, come on, come on, come on, come on, darlin'
Stop beatin' 'round the bush, hey

Gonna get it on
Beggin' you, baby, I want to get it on
You don't have to worry that it's wrong
If the spirit moves you, let me groove you good
Let your love come down
Oh, get it on, come on, baby

Do you know I mean it?
I've been sanctified
Hey, hey
Girl, you give me good feelings, so good

Nothin' wrong with love
If you want to love me
Just let yourself go
Oh, baby
Let's get it on

Marvin Gaye oh my gosh it has an 'e' on the end.

Let's get it on

 

[Steadygain]

'You can't buy it Birch. It's not something you can make happen within your own power. It's not anything that you could claim as yours - but only because of you could it be brought into being. It has to be something you want to give -- it is far beyond money - something that everyone ~~ everywhere ~~ in years and years to come will know YOU for the worth of your life and not how much you accumulated at some point in time.'

'It's the biggest and most far reaching decision you could possibly make Birch. You have to decide whether you use these mountains in an act of Service for everyone ~~ everywhere ~~ and forever change the way all will live and interact -- with your name being a central part of their lives -- or whether you die with mountains of gold that others will take without a second thought'.

It had been several days but Birch didn't wait on Steady; instead he went to his place. He thought about this more than he ever thought he would and needed more details.

Steady sensed him coming and went down to open the door as he was approaching. 'Hey Birch, it's great to see ya man'.

Birch glanced at him, walked past and went to the other side of the room and sat in 'his chair'. Everyone thought of it as Birch's chair and no one else sat in it.

Steady sat across from him and asked, 'Can I get you anything'?

'No I'm good. So tell me the details'.

'Things are changing Birch and they are changing in wonderful ways. Venus is changing and so is Mars. There's only a few places left and Sky Pilot is about to totally change one of them. Life as we have known it will vanish entirely and in its place will be the blending and harmony of many -- scattered throughout the Universe. It won't be this us and them BS and all the hierarchies' based on skin color and how slanted eyes are. It will be a blending from the Core.

'A blending from the core'?

'The CORE is the part of our life that rarely ever gets attention and is largely unknown to even ourselves. Due to everything we had to deal with throughout the years -- it's been walled off over and over because all of us knew with the deepest certainty -- it was the most sacred and priceless aspect of our existence. It's something everyone of us goes through Birch. As a young kid we knew it and went out of our way to protect it -- but we protected it so thoroughly and reinforced it so often we eventually forgot it was even there.'

'I'm not sure I follow you'.

'You follow me because a young innocent boy can't help but know this CORE. The Core is what drives you Birch. It's what makes you know you're Special and there is only one of you - it is your life and you are here to shine. The Core is what gives you the ambition to thrive on the unknown and the faith and confidence that you can and will reach whatever you set out to accomplish. Perhaps more than anything else the CORE is what most deeply confirms you Belong, that you are part of a bigger picture that is beyond whatever perfection you could dream or imagine'.

Blue came down to join them.

'What would you say Blue'?

'Mmmmm the CORE .....'

 

[Bluehenge]

“The CORE is where everything meaningful exists. It is where our REAL and NATURAL character Lives. When we open ourselves from within, the CORE comes out in wonderful ways and when the CORE comes to LIFE, everything else has a NEW and Greater LIFE. We gain a deeper knowledge and belief of why we were Created and Designed. Sorrows and sighs change to joyful hopes and precious promises. The Spirit is enlightened, the Soul rests and the Heart sings.”

 

[Steadygain]

'Thanks Blue That was beautiful.'

'But getting to the CORE is not easy Birch because it has been hidden for so long and we're NOT use to being in touch with it. There are many layers that have to be pealed away - and even then there are mountains of 'ice' that need to be melted before this part of your existence deeply springs to life'.

'It is beyond us Birch - that part that GOD alone can both make and reach and that is why I stressed you can't buy it. It's not something you can make happen within your own power.

It's not anything that you could claim as yours - but only because of you could it be brought into being. And when it is brought into being then everyone throughout the Universe will be touched on the level of their Core and it is most deeply from this level all will know of you.'

'Alright. Tell me what I'm doing - or what I might consider doing.'

'Let's teleport to the plains where we lived as lions and I'll show you. '

All three were teleported to the plains. Steady then made several Teleports appear on the plain. One was huge and meant to teleport at least 50 at a time, and the other was smaller and designed to accomodate only a few. They had the radiance of gold and were designed as an artitectural wonder. They were inspirationally inviting and hugely appealing. The larger was an open enclave shaped like an arch with a semi - circle floor. Ornate pillars lined the front and the top appeared as a heavenly crown - with large engraved letters 'BIRCH TELEPORT' across the front. The smaller one was everybit as beautiful - but had no inscription.

Birch and Blue stood in awe... especially Birch since he knew that he would be the one to bring them into being.

'Again Birch, this can't come from your pockets -- but can only come from your heart. It has to be something you want to give ~ the most generous offering you could possibly make. In this offering you are entrusting GOD to use them and keep them as Gifts of His GLORY and GRACE for everyone ~~ everywhere ~~ throughout the years to come. This is your calling Birch and no one can tell you anything because there is no one that can sway you in any direction. If you decide to bring these into being it is wholly through an Act of Service to GOD for all HE has done for you. You are returning to HIM everything you have ever acquired - knowing that everything you have ever accomplished is only because of HIM and all the abilites by which HE has blessed you. It is the realization that there is no strength outside of what HE provides and all you have and all you could ever have is wholly by HIS Loving Mercy. It is the deep acceptance that you are HIS - that you have been HIS along - and you are giving back what belongs to HIM.

The larger ones will be scattered throughout so that all can come and go as they please and interact with one another in the deepest spirit of acceptace, warmth, and harmony. The smaller one exclusively belongs to you and by using that one you and Mindy Lou can be changed however you desire.'

'You may want to go home and think about it Birch. Talk to Mandy about it. You have 2 days to decide. Even though you will lose your powers by then; the smaller Teleport will always let you and whover change however you may want and this place can be an endless playground for you to enjoy.'

The Teleports disappeared and Steady let Birch know that these will come into being with - or - without him. But GOD has made Birch first and from this day forth BIRCH TELEPORTS will largely dominate how all interact - depending on how Birch decides.

 

[Steadygain]

'You may want to go home and think about it Birch. Talk to Mandy about it.

You have 2 days to decide.

Even though you will lose your powers by then; the smaller Teleport will always let you and whoever change however you may want and this place can be an endless playground for you to enjoy.'

Birch was annoyed with GOD - somewhat angered.

'Who does HE think HE is giving me only 2 days to decide what has taken me many years to accquire. I spent my whole life working hard to get every coin I have and then HE comes and says I'll give you 2 days to decide'. Time was slipping away and with each passing hour the decision would have to come.

On the one hand he felt comfortable with everything he had acquired and liked the idea of saying 'No Thanks' and keeping the mountains of gold he came to cherish.

He was also immensely honored by GOD.

Why would the one and only True GOD over everything allow me to be First? What could I have possibly done to ever be granted such a status? In what way did I ever do anything for HIM that HE would do something like this for me?

Then he was confused and troubled over what GOD would expect him to do if he did let this happen? What is the catch? Is GOD going to expect him to work in some manner or do something in return?

Many thoughts ran through his mind and made him weary. He wished Steady was there to bounce his thoughts to - thinking he may know some of the answers. Either way the decision was his and his alone.

He had made a promise to Mindy Lou and that stuck out with every waking moment. Part of him feared it was a game -- that GOD was not real and he would give everything away for nothing. Mindy Lou was there and he gave his word. Then he thought about their own private Teleport and how it gave the ability to change into anything they wanted as they were instantly Teleported to the plains. The more he pondered on everything the more he realized the power to Teleport could only come from GOD - and the endless potiential to change to whatever all the more had to be HIS POWER. But why would GOD do this for him??

Then he went down to talk with Mindy Lou.

Blue - what they say to each other ??

 

[Bluehenge]

“Mindy Lou?”

“Yes, Birch?”

“Do you remember what I promised you?”

“Yes, Birch.” Mindy purred as she remembered how beautiful the plains were.

Birch sighed a sorrowful sigh.

“I remember too Mindy and I really wish I could keep my promise, but I just don’t know if I can.”

“Was it too strange seeing me as a Woman? Did having unlimited powers and abilities make you feel bad somehow?”

“Mindy Lou, it was me who asked you if you’d like to be a woman; and teleporting, hunting together as Lions, playing out our dreams and all the other things we did was absolutely thrilling. But I can only keep my promise if I acknowledge GOD exists and that HE is doing this for ME.”

“Hmmm – I see. Well, we know it had to be GOD that gave us all the power to Teleport, so the only part you have to overcome is why HE would do this for you.”

“The only part? Oh, Mindy Lou you make me chuckle – that’s the hardest part! I have only 2 days in which to figure out why GOD would be willing to untwist the huge knot in my soul. I have witnessed so much anger and so much bloodshed – how can I Trust GOD? I am used to living with this mark on my soul; used to living with my ever-growing mountains of gold; but I am not used to living like a little boy. Others cannot see my mark…..” Birch turned his gaze away from Mindy Lou and drifted deep in thought…

 

[Steadygain]

Blue and Steady went up in the Dome to worship and pray. Each was on the opposite side from the other - wanting no distractions and longing to touch with a depth each felt was only possible by praying alone. As the hours passed they felt the CORE of their existence come to Life and it felt as if light was bubbling from deep within. They felt HIS Spirit and though each was in their independent world they felt and heard GOD speak to them and move in them as ONE.

They stood and turned to face each other - both of them aglow with an energy that is more pure and wonderful than anything else that can ever be known. They were empowered and full of GRACE.

'We need to get Sky Pilot and his group together'.

'They are gathering as we speak sweet darling, surely the time has come and this is the Moment we have longed to find.'

'Where are they'?

'At the community center.'

With that Blue and Steady teleported to the community center. As all were forming in a big circle Steady and Blue walked to the center to greet them.

'Friends we have been in worship and finding GOD's Spirit and hearing HIM Speak and feeling HIM move. The time has come for you to go and fulfill all GOD has set in your heart to accomplish for HIS GLORY.'

'HE has sent us to confirm you ~ for you are of ONE Heart and Mind and are ready to make His Glory known. We will Teleport you to your destination and from there you will Transform a world that is yet to know LIFE, LOVE, PEACE, HOPE, JOY and the never ending abundance of HIS GRACE and GLORY.'

Blue walked to one side and held hands with 2 of the men as Steady walked to the other side and did the same.

'Open yourselves as never before and let HIS Spirit move through you and work wonders as only HE can do. Think not of what you will say or where you will go -- but open yourselves and behold the Power of GOD.'

With that they disappeared and then immediately Steady and Blue reappeared standing across from each other as they had before but now only the 2 of them remained.

 

[Steadygain]

Steady and Blue knew things were changing and did not want to waste the moments they had left. Both were thinking of ways to stretch out the happiness they'd found. Steady thought it might be fun to sit by the lake and throw pebbles in the water and watch the rings as they spread out. Then thought sitting on top of the highest cliff and chucking things over might be entertaining.

BUT - Blue had the hot springs in mind and that was that. :toung:

So they immediately teleported to an area they had claimed as theirs. No one else knew about it and it was a secret they held very dear.

'I think the water has healing power. It's simply amazing how wonderful it feels every time I get in here'.

'Oooh Blue, you're something else. There really is something about it; whether it's the heat or minerals or the combination -- it's so soothing and yet it feels so energizing'.

'Why are you just sitting there'?
'Aren't you getting in'?

'Yeah, I'm just looking around. I mean what if someone comes'?

'Oooooh Steady, you always say stuff like that. Gosh, just relax Baby and get in here.'

Sooo Steady got in and they had one of the best moments they'd ever known. Everything was 'PERFECT' and it felt as if they were as free as the air itself. Laughter and humming and delightful sounds were all they heard... until ....

'HEY!! You found my swimming place', Buster said.

Blue disappeared in the water in like 2 millionth's of a second - popped her head just the above the water and said, 'Buster, what are you doing here'?

Now according to GOD - The Hot Springs were NOT created and designed to be Blue and Steady's exclusive place of enjoyment. It was only because when they found the place ages back and over the thousands of times they enjoyed it together they were convinced that it was a place they alone knew about. In a situation like this it's easy to become possessive -- terrritorial -- and assume by virtue of your vested interest 'You have some claim to ownership'.

Buster responded with, 'It's MY swimming pool. What are you doing here?'

Steady was inclined to go along with Buster and tell Blue she should get out. But sometimes you don't want to joke around no matter how good you're feeling and no matter how funny the situation may seem. So he got the most serious expression he could and said:

'Buster, she hurt her back pretty bad and this water is the only thing that seems to relax the muscles and let her get some relief.'

Buster started laughing and said, 'Yeah, I can tell how bad it must be hurting. :laugh: I could hear you a mile away and PAIN was the furtherst thing I could imagine.'

Blue and Steady felt like all eyes in the Universe were upon them. It was an awkward moment. What had been their most treasured hide out had been turned into a trap. What had always been a place deeply longed for and cherished -- a place they would want to drift the hours away NOW felt horrible. Both of them wishing they could get out -- and disappear -- but Buster kept them from moving.

'Well I'm just going here and there to see if I can find another pipe some where. I knew it had to be you so stopped by to say hi. Hey Steady I got that guy in the cloud you wanted. When I went back to get the golden pipe he was there and I've got him in a box at home.'

'Really!!! Are you serious'?

'Yeah, I've had him from the time I got the pipe but never got a chance to tell ya about him'.

'Wow. I'll stop by tonight. Thanks man, I really appreciate it'.

'No problem dude. Well I'm teleporting here and there -- but don't worry you're cool and I promise not to surprize ya'. With that he waved good bye -- winked at Blue and disappeared.

Even though Buster had gone - and the odds of anyone ever coming anywhere near that place were less than 0.00000000000000001% it still felt weird so Blue and Steady teleported home almost the moment Buster disappeared.

 

[Steadygain]

FAITH is the absolute assurance of the deepest and most all encompassing TRUTH that stems from the deepest aspects of your being. It is the undoubted certainty of a HOPE and PROMISE that is yet to be fully realized.

Through FAITH our LIFE should continually make this HOPE and PROMISE KNOWN to all and in this WE GIVE HIM ALL PRAISE AND GLORY for the JOY, PEACE, LOVE, and LIFE HE ALONE can give.

FAITH is the knowledge of GOD’s Presence and the deepest realization that HE is fully in control.

FAITH springs to LIFE from the CORE of your being and transforms every aspect of your existence.

FAITH is the power that allows you to confidently stand against anything and still remain strong or come out even stronger with every trial and tribulation. It is what keeps you like an unmovable rock when others turn on you or reject you – yet through it your LOVE for them remains undaunted.

FAITH is the measure by which we come to know GOD and by which we come more fully into HIS GRACE and GLORY. It is what transforms us from ‘human doubt’ to ‘Devine certainty’. It knows GOD is truly SOVERIGN to the farthest stretches of our existence and this INSPIRED KNOWLEDGE far exceeds common understanding.

FAITH is the realization that everything was created and designed for us to enjoy and appreciate in ever greater measures. It is the vehicle that leads us ever deeper into the HEART of GOD and with that all things work for the GLORY of THOSE whose lives are TRANSFORMED by HIS LOVE and GRACE.

FAITH is the deepest and richest perspective of who we are and who HE is and the deepest assurance that as we draw closer to HIM that nothing can stand against us. No door can be closed that HE has opened and in all things we come to know HIM better and serve HIM with greater intensity.

FAITH knows that all things work for the BEST for all who live for HIS GLORY. That means that every event you’ve ever lived through, no matter how terrible it may have been, CAN and WILL be used for HIS GLORY and YOU WILL be FILLED with PEACE, HOPE, STRENTH, LOVE and know firsthand the Heavenly Blessings that flow from GOD.

FAITH allows us to rise above the level of this world and live in a KINGDOM that GOD alone provides with daily renewal. It is the Grounding of all we are and everything we could ever hope to be.

We come to FAITH by simply acknowledging HIM. It is the mere acceptance that HE is GOD and HIS LIFE and LOVE and HIS SPIRIT are given to us from the Greatest and most Abundant Everlasting Source.

FAITH is offered to all who seek it and with that our lives are transformed in ways that bring our spirit in ever glorious bonds with HIS SPIRIT.

 

[Steadygain]

'What are you doing Hon'?

'I'm focusing on Faith and everything it means to me.'

'Why'?

'Because I'm going over to Buster's to deal with the man in the cloud. Life, and everything it stands for, is so much bigger than me. I don't know all the details for the friction that exists and I don't need to know them. I can only confront it in the way I need to by focusing on Faith and what LIFE is meant to be.'

Steady then teleported to Buster's home as planned earlier.

Buster greeted Steady with enthusiasm and brought him the box. He waited for Steady's reaction - expecting him to respond in one way - but Steady did just the opposite.

'Do you mind if I have a few minutes with him alone'?

'No, not at all. Just let me know when you're done'.

Steady opened the box and let him out.

'Burrocrat,
With any animosity or static that exists both of us are partially to blame.

I know that I have often seen you from a distorted perspective and this has always been the greatest source of my static. When anyone comes between us and we are analyzing each other through whatever bonds may possibly exist (whether in our imagination or in reality) – through someone else - then the odds of static forming are pretty overwhelming. I did not mean for that to happen and I’m sorry it did.

When the others are removed and I can see you for whom and what you are – without interference – it is much easier to appreciate the endless values and worth you represent. In the end I have absolutely no place to hold any static between us and there is nothing between us distorting my perspective now.

On my part I want to totally clear the air and let everything go. It doesn’t matter to me if we regard each other as friends, if we communicate or stay in touch. The only thing that matters to me is that you realize I am sorry for the ‘static’ I once held and I am letting everything go; as you are the only one I personally had static with.'

He stayed only long enough to make sure his words sunk in. He was not there for any other reason but to let the static go. For what he himself can control he has to do what he can; but everything outside of his control he has to let go of and be at peace with. It is not his place to concern himself with friendship or forgiveness or any other matters that may exist. His role is simply to let the static go and allow the air to be open and free.

As Steady was leaving he thanked Buster for getting him and asked him to be kind to him and let him go. Then he teleported back with Blue.

'Wow, that was quick. How did it go.'

'It went well. The air is clear and nothing is holding me back.'

'That's wonderful!! What did he say'?

'He didn't say anything - he listened and that's all I needed. He knows I've let the static go and I want the air to be clear and things to be good. That what is past - has past - and I no longer hold anything that may interfere with openess and acceptance.'

'You didn't give him a chance to respond'?

'Honey, I wasn't there for that and that would be the wrong reason to approach him. Then it would be as if I went to seek a response and hope his response would be rewarding. That's not why I went. I went to let him know that I was wrong and that I knew I was partly responsible for the static between us. I needed him to know why I was wrong and that I'm letting everything go. That from my end there will be an air that is open and clean. That's all I can do and I'm good with that.'

'What do you want to do now'?

'I want to lay in your arms and just let everything go'.

Blue held him as though he was a little boy - and he drifted off to sleep.

 

[Steadygain]

On the one hand he felt comfortable with everything he had acquired and liked the idea of saying 'No Thanks' and keeping the mountains of gold he came to cherish.

He was also immensely honored by GOD.

Why would the one and only True GOD over everything allow me to be First? What could I have possibly done to ever be granted such a status? In what way did I ever do anything for HIM that HE would do something like this for me?

Then he was confused and troubled over what GOD would expect him to do if he did let this happen? What is the catch? Is GOD going to expect him to work in some manner or do something in return?

Early the following morning Blue was in the lower level getting breakfast ready when Birch knocked on the door. She greeted him with a hug, pointed to his chair, and shouted up to Steady.

It's rare Steady saw him this intense but he understood as this was the day to decide and he only had another 5 hours.

'Birch, you know I love you and have the highest respect for everything about you. I'm NOT trying to change you my friend and the last thing I would ever want is for you to be something different. I like everything about you and it's important for you to realize that GOD is NOT wanting you to be some wimp idiot - or something diffferent from who and what you are. He loves the deeper aspects that define you more than anyone else.'

'So does HE have some problem with everything I've earned and all I've amazed over the years'?

'He's got NO Problems with everything you've accomplished. Who could possibly admire your determination and strength more than HIM? All the more who could better admire your resolve to stand firm and make decisions that are solid and unshakable; that let you ignore the masses and come out even stronger. Your attitude and your traits and the characteristics that most define you are the very things that make HIM marvel.'

'Why me? Why does HE need me? Why is it what I have, and all that is rightfully mine that HE wants to take.'

'HE doesn't need you, or me, or anyone or anything. He is GOD and is entirely self sufficient. It is not that HE 'Needs' in the sence that you're asking. It is totally the opposite. It is what HE desires and what HE desires is to give you a billion times over what you could ever do for yourself.'

'It is the total opposite of what you think. HE wants to reward you for the qualities and characteristics that define you and bring them to even greater power and strength. It is NOT even remotely the thought of taking something from you -- it is HIS enormous craving to lavish you with billions and billions of times MORE.'

'Why me'?

'Because of everyone there is - no one has more to offer than you and therefore your 'Reward' is more outstanding.'

'Okay, what is the catch'?

'The catch is YOU and having to see things and know things from the mind of a man. The catch is all you've had to struggle against over the years and what hard work, hard decisions, determination and never-ending energy has brought you. The catch is what YOU had to endure -- NOT for doing wrong but for doing right and giving everything you had to give'.

'The catch -- is believing that somehow and in someway you have to let go of everything that so deeply defines you and gives you your name and worth. The CATCH is mostly the FEAR that you will lose your identity and be changed into something LESS.'

'The catch - is most centrally believing YOU either have to earn it or in some manner make yourself 'worthy'.

'The CATCH is the LIE that most believe. The LIE that you are NOT exactly what HE cherishes and desires - exactly as you are. That you somehow have to make yourself ready -- when you're already ready.'

'The CATCH is the judgement you put upon yourself and how that makes you believe HE is angry with you or LOVES you any less. That HE doesn't long for you exactly as you are.'

'Perhaps most importantly - The CATCH is - believing that in some manner you could give more than HE will give in return. That somehow you, a mere man, could give more and receive less from HIM.'

'Thanks Steady, I'll think about it'.

'Before you go -- please know -- there is no catch. HE is NOT wanting to take from you and make your life any less. It is totally the opposite Birch. HE wants to take all the aspects of your life and fill them with HIS Spirit to make them infinately stronger. To make them blaze and shine with HIS Power and Glory.'

The moment Birch walked out Blue and Steady went to the Dome and began praying. This time they knelt together and held hands.

 

[Steadygain]

Birch comes back a few hours later, pounds on the door and walks in shouting a bunch of stuff in so much excitement Blue and Steady couldn't understand him.

'Come out here and let me show ya'!

Right next to their home was an ML (which Birch named after Mindy Lou). It was a Jet - that could only be imagined in the 24th Century because no one has ever seen anything as cool or advanced.

'I had 20 made to get things started. They run on air can go from any point on Mars to any other point in less than 5 seconds.'

Then he went on to describe the other 273 ways it could be used. Then had Steady get in and flew him to the first stop.

'What is this Birch'?

'It's one of the 6 mining operations I've established. I'd always thought the hidden treasures were honestly hidden under the ground and I was right. This goes 200 miles under the surface with hundreds of thousands of levels getting resources far beyond anything we've ever seen up here.'

'My gosh Birch. This is absolutely amazing --- I mean I'm like totally dumbfounded. You mind if I take a look?'

'We don't have time right now. Let me show you everything else I've done in the past few hours'.

On the next flight Birch heads out towards Venus and spins the Jet in circles and dodges between planets and moons - just to have some fun - then fies back to Mars and lands near the mountains.

'What did you do to the mountains Birch'?

'I found a way to winterize them. They're covered with the purest and finest snow in the whole Universe and I've got lakes frozen too.'

'WHY'????

'Receation. Mindy Lou and I estimate making 400 gazillion in just the first 2 years.'

Then Birch flew Steady to the next destination. Hundreds of acres that were baren and lifeless had been turned into a tropical paradise. Nothing but lush green with flowering plants and bushes flowing everywhere.

'Come on we've got to go fast. My time's almost up and I want you to see where I'm living now.'

Birch and Steady ran about a half mile into the jungle and came to a huge opening. An 80 foot waterfall flowed beautifully over a large cliff -- landing in the lake. Next to the lake was Birch's house which had a private swimming pool, an inner dock, at least 10 places designed to heighten relaxation and stimulate the senses, along with a bunch of other rooms.

'Oh darn. I won't have time to show you all the other things I've done but they are every bit as good. I'm telling ya Steady now that I've finally done everything I could possibly think to do I'm more excited and more full of LIFE and energy and hopes and dreams than I could have ever thought possible'.

'I can tell Birch and I'm so thrilled to see you this way. This is so far beyond the best day I could ever have dreamed or imagined. I don't see how any person could ever think of these things -- even over the course of their entire life. But you come up with all this AND MORE in just over 3 hours.'

 

[Steadygain]

'I can tell Birch and I'm so thrilled to see you this way. This is so far beyond the best day I could ever have dreamed or imagined. I don't see how any person could ever think of these things -- even over the course of their entire life. But you come up with all this AND MORE in just over 3 hours.'

Steady had never been more thrilled to see Birch come to life as he was in that moment. He knew from the depths of his being that Birch was as close as a 'Brother' from the moment he met him. He also knew that they shared many similarites that most deeply defined them. Now he was ready to celebrate with him and confirm him over and over - noting his achievements, his forward lifestyle, and his glorious future.

But GOD called him and when GOD calls a person - no matter who - there is absolutely no room to hesitate or question HIS Call. To hear HIS CALL and to respond without any kind of hesitation is the most ultimate triumphant experience immaginable. He had responded to that CALL when a friend shared her horrible condition and he gave himself 'Fully on her behalf' and made it known to all. As a result GOD brought Blue in his life and she was (and will forever remain) the Greatest and most Perfect GIFT -- GOD could ever give.

Now - HE was CALLING Steady to get Sky Pilot and his group and bring them back.

'Birch, I need to go. I'll be back as soon as possible'.

Then 'poof' he disappeared. It was awkward because he didn't have time to explain to Birch what was going on. Blue was also CALLED and arrived the same moment as Steady. Sky Pilot and his group were glowing in HIS Spirit and HIS Presence filled the astomphere. They were anxious to share all that GOD had done and it was obvious their world had totally changed.

'To GOD be all honor and glory - for the good and wonderful blessings that fill our lives and the ways HIS Spirit flows and does wonders beyond what we could ever think as possible. Friends I don't have time to hear the details - but I do sense the Power of GOD and how wonderfully HE has moved and is moving this moment.'

'We were sent to take you back to Mars, where you will all the more make HIS Glory known to all.'

With that they disappeared and Steady was back with Birch - and Blue was with them.

 

[Steadygain]

Blue didn't even notice Birch's new home, the scenery, the mist of the waterfall, the gentle sound of the waves splashing and the absolute wonders of the total environment. She was too caught up in her own world to know anything else.

Birch just stood there watching as Blue came to LIFE.

'It is for FREEDOM that Christ has set us FREE', Blue said with a beautiful smile - stretching her arms out like wings and spinning in a circle. 'Oooooooh how can I possibly explain it. When we are touched in the very CORE of our existence then LIFE spings up like never before. It's like the Purest and most Wonderful LIFE is bubbling up and spreading everywhere and it's so STRONGLY POSITIVE that it drowns out everything else. This is the FREEDOM we have in HIM. It is finding the center of your LIFE and all you are belong to HIM and being filled with HIS GLORY and GRACE.'

Blue then began to process the new environment and Birch was thrilled to see how everything captivated her. Blue was stunned and it was an expression Birch would always deeply cherish.

'WOW'!! ..... then utter silence as Blue began looking around.

Birch gave her a few moments to soak everything deeply in. 'Blue this is my new home. The waterfall was made to give a light mist to touch your face like a loving carress. The water in the lake is to let tranquility flow through your being and help you achieve a more perfect harmony with nature. We are surrounded by over 500 acres of lush vegetation - like a rain forest - to make the air you breath as wonderful and pure and healing as anything you could ever experience. As you look around you'll see thousands of flowering plants to stimulate your vision and fill the air with an aroma that nature alone could do. I decided if I'm going to give GOD my life that I want a place where I can always be in touch with the deeper things that HE alone could give.'

Steady and Blue were totally in shock. They stood like statues and were frozen by his words. Birch had never said anything like that before and to hear it for the first time was very overwhelming.

Then Birch motioned like he was introducing the love of his life, 'And this is my home.'

Tears began to flow down from Steady's face and when Blue saw that she fell apart.

'OooohhH Birch', Blue said as she fell into his chest and started crying.

Birch stood there soaking up the Moment. He held her in his arms as Blue continued crying and looked over as Steady wiped his eyes.

They remained in that Moment - that beautiful moment - which felt like a wonderful infinity and then Birch took them in to show Blue his new home.