Paradise Island

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St Helena is one of the most remote islands in the world. The locals of St Helena refer to themselves as 'Saints', and Gary Stevens is one them.
Gary used to think that there were greener pastures elsewhere, but he has realised that he lives in paradise. He shares a beautiful message about appreciating what you do have in your life.
"Always look to the bright side of things, and never let little things get you down. Just think of what lumps of gold you've got in your hands that you can't see."- Gary Stevens
To learn more about St Helena, visit sthelenatourism.com
Who is Green Renaissance? We are a tiny collective of 4 passionate filmmakers (Warren, Jacky, Michael and Justine). We live off-grid and dedicate our time to making films that we hope will inspire and share ideas.
Equipment used - Sony FS7 with still lenses
Music sourced from ArtList - bit.ly/2KfrAt2
This Is An Adventure - by Kyle Preston
Music sourced from Audio Network
Season of Change - by Bruce Maginnis
Beautiful Today - by Richard Lacy, Sarah Elizabeth Lacy, David Bird
Sound mix by Tamryn Breakey and Stef Albertyn

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  • @antonythomas_
    @antonythomas_3 жыл бұрын

    Humanity needs the films you are producing more then anything right now, God bless your work.

  • @ReflectionsofLife

    @ReflectionsofLife

    3 жыл бұрын

    @I AM OBEDIAH Service Above Self - THANK YOU x

  • @gaycha6589
    @gaycha65893 жыл бұрын

    “I just love my life”. How wonderful to hear, and how seldom heard. True sign of personal wealth.

  • @ArtemHemingwey
    @ArtemHemingwey2 жыл бұрын

    I have been very interested in Saint Helena for the last year. I found and reviewed all the blogs about him, I recognize his streets, people. And I just can’t understand why I am a resident of Kyiv, a 4-million city in Europe, so attracted by this peace and remoteness. But on February 22, Russia attacked my country, it bombs our cities with cluster and vacuum bombs, we are sitting in bomb shelters. And I realized that my intuition attracted me to the island. It will always be a corner of peace in the world. Take care of him. It is a pity that I did not believe my intuition and did not go to this corner of paradise.

  • @ReflectionsofLife

    @ReflectionsofLife

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for your message, it is amazing what you are sharing about St. Helena. We hope you will still be able to go there one day, and meet him and the various other people. In the meantime we send you and everybody else who is caught up in the violence our love. We stand for peace. Warm wishes, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @carolynbridgeman5981
    @carolynbridgeman59813 жыл бұрын

    If you don't sow it, you can't reap it. Truer words were never spoken.

  • @Onlinesully
    @Onlinesully3 жыл бұрын

    Lucky man to have figured out a life that worked for him.

  • @lukepallett
    @lukepallett5 жыл бұрын

    I come back and rewatch this video waayyyyy too often beautiful.

  • @ReflectionsofLife

    @ReflectionsofLife

    5 жыл бұрын

    It's one of our favourites too. Always makes us smile :)

  • @Blessing927NJ
    @Blessing927NJ3 жыл бұрын

    Love it! So envious that he said he loves his life! 💗

  • @rathore3371
    @rathore33713 жыл бұрын

    🌿🌾✨My heart filled with gratitude to see the already existing abundance in my life. This channel is a guiding light to see our already existing abundance ✨🌾🌿

  • @ReflectionsofLife

    @ReflectionsofLife

    3 жыл бұрын

    Wonderful! thank you for you kind words - we hope to continue this journey and bring you many more films next year. Thanks for watching.

  • @krrishkrrishna7735
    @krrishkrrishna77354 жыл бұрын

    Beautiful video bud, im just disappointed that there are so few likes🤔. You captured the most beautiful landscape shots, and right now in the world, this place looks peaceful.

  • @carlgregory9776
    @carlgregory97763 жыл бұрын

    These videos never fail to inspire me with their simple but profound messages. This one is no exception! Alway love what they convey. Thank you for this!

  • @scottthomas2602
    @scottthomas26026 жыл бұрын

    I live here!!! Awesome vid guys 😃

  • @soniatriana9091
    @soniatriana90913 жыл бұрын

    It looks like such a peaceful life! Gary was very honest & enjoyable to watch & listening to. It’s hard to figure out, how this island was even inhabited in the 1st place, because it’s so remote. But, it’s definitely provided a beautiful life for its residents!

  • @ReflectionsofLife

    @ReflectionsofLife

    3 жыл бұрын

    💚

  • @AliceswanUs
    @AliceswanUs3 жыл бұрын

    Awww he's lovely. And how few people can actually say "I love my life". Good for him!

  • @lauranyc4966
    @lauranyc49663 жыл бұрын

    I’m moving!!!!!!!!!! Look at that mans face he can stop smiling from ear to ear !!!!!! And look how clean all those animals. I’m in love 😍 Thank you sooo much for sharing 🙏🏻

  • @ReflectionsofLife

    @ReflectionsofLife

    3 жыл бұрын

    @LauraNYC - I can tell you that, after filming this series of short films on Saint Helena Island, we were also hooked. It is a magical place with some of the kindest people I have ever met. Definately worth adding to your bucket list :)

  • @canoslo6126

    @canoslo6126

    3 жыл бұрын

    Same reaction! Maybe we’ll wind up neighbors. That’s one thing I love about these Green Renaissance videos - they show me all sorts of people I’d love as neighbors. 👩🏼‍🌾

  • @ajtejpradhan
    @ajtejpradhan3 жыл бұрын

    His smile made me smile 😃..

  • @mammamia200
    @mammamia200Ай бұрын

    So nice to see such a happy fulfilled man and his beautiful animals❤ thank you!

  • @ReflectionsofLife

    @ReflectionsofLife

    Ай бұрын

    Pleasure. Glad you enjoyed this video from Saint Helena. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @susanbrigham3413
    @susanbrigham34136 жыл бұрын

    This is lovely! I just left St Helena a few weeks ago and you captured the beauty of the island with your drone video of the landscape

  • @ReflectionsofLife

    @ReflectionsofLife

    6 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Susan, really happy you loved this film - we have another 8 St Helena films coming soon - here is another one we did - facebook.com/2100885256799544/videos/2190745777813491/ - thanks for the support.

  • @8_harmony_872
    @8_harmony_8723 жыл бұрын

    Love all videos in this channel ,full of wisdoms from all beautiful human beings ,thank you...

  • @ReflectionsofLife

    @ReflectionsofLife

    3 жыл бұрын

    @nancy johnny - Thank you Nancy. And we'll keep the inspiration flowing with many more stories still to share x

  • @octoberrain8434
    @octoberrain84343 жыл бұрын

    I love all your video's the cinematography and the inspiring people you feature each video.

  • @ReflectionsofLife

    @ReflectionsofLife

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank your for your beautiful message - we hope to bring you many more films next year.

  • @julianbeard6204
    @julianbeard62046 жыл бұрын

    Beautiful video. Thanks for sharing to the world how my people live.

  • @ReflectionsofLife

    @ReflectionsofLife

    6 жыл бұрын

    Thank you Julian - Saints are incredible people and I hope our short films are an honest authentic portrayal of how Saints live. We will be sharing 8 more films soon. Thanks for the support.

  • @susanbible3446
    @susanbible34463 жыл бұрын

    This man has it all.love this.

  • @ScoobieDee
    @ScoobieDee3 жыл бұрын

    I am a saint . But only been to the island once in 2012 . These videos are wonderful , thanks

  • @ReflectionsofLife

    @ReflectionsofLife

    3 жыл бұрын

    @Scoobie Dee - Glad that we could bring a little bit of 'home' to you through these films x

  • @ScoobieDee

    @ScoobieDee

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@ReflectionsofLife hi . What lens is your go to lens for the interviews. Looks really nice with a nice amount of field both in the foreground and background ? You also seem to be able to push the whites with that Fs7 looks wonderful ..

  • @sarahp1383
    @sarahp13833 жыл бұрын

    Wonderful , even though they don't. know each others names, they know each other, instinctively! Beautiful place. RN

  • @elainearchibald9020
    @elainearchibald90204 жыл бұрын

    Reap what you sow! Life is what you make it! Look to the bright side of things! Wise words! Beautiful and so very true, sometimes we don't know what we have. All the riches and more!! TFS another wonderful video! :)

  • @carolking6355
    @carolking63553 жыл бұрын

    Lovely man, beautiful video. ❤️

  • @George-wx9dj
    @George-wx9dj3 жыл бұрын

    I really like his attitude, I never heard anyone say that they love their life and what they have. I wish I could see more about this man and his life. Your videos are great but to short, we’re left feeling short changed.

  • @ReflectionsofLife

    @ReflectionsofLife

    3 жыл бұрын

    @George Hallden - Thanks George - we're glad that you're enjoying our stories so much that you're left wanting more. Unfortunately these people who share their stories with us, have their own lives to live. So we can't spend too much time with them - just a day - to capture a small slice of their experiences and philosophies, to share here with you. We are looking at revisiting some of the people that we've filmed with in the past, to make another short follow up story, so keep tuned in for those :) Justine x

  • @robinhoodie3820
    @robinhoodie38203 жыл бұрын

    How Beautiful God is friend. Let he who hath ears hear. Oh Fear the Lord all you Saints. He is our provider. The Lord is my Shepherd, I shall not want. He leads me beside still waters and maketh me to lie down in green pastures. He restores my soul. He is our exceedingly great reward. In the Beginning was the word and God was with the word and the word was God. God loved the world so much he sent his only begotten Son to die for us so that whosoever believes in him shall not perish but have everlasting life. Jesus is the truth the life and the way. The Bread of life. If you eat this Bread you will not hunger. Taste and see that the Lord is Good. You are truly rich if you have God. To he who has shall be given more. Heaven and Earth are full of God's Glory. The Sheep know their Shepherd. 🙂😁 God Bless you friend.

  • @subscribeforsomeafricanvil7105
    @subscribeforsomeafricanvil71053 жыл бұрын

    I wish my country was not a dry place. I hope to find land somewhere and start growing my own food.

  • @maryngshwuling9916
    @maryngshwuling99163 жыл бұрын

    You are so blessed cause you have everything 🌈

  • @ReflectionsofLife

    @ReflectionsofLife

    3 жыл бұрын

    💚

  • @beverlyevebocol536
    @beverlyevebocol5363 жыл бұрын

    Not everyone can say "ilovemylife". But from you it flows so naturally.

  • @stefeniedavidmusic
    @stefeniedavidmusic2 жыл бұрын

    I really admire this man.........and envy him.

  • @ReflectionsofLife

    @ReflectionsofLife

    2 жыл бұрын

    💚

  • @rajanyakar4693
    @rajanyakar469310 ай бұрын

    I don't know when there will be a time, i can say " I love my life", the whole of it. Sadness, loss, grief all of it.

  • @ReflectionsofLife

    @ReflectionsofLife

    10 ай бұрын

    We are sorry to read your message, that life is so difficult for you. We really hope and wish for you that it can change and there will be some joy and easiness - however small. May your life take a turn for the better. Sending you warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @johnbaptist5488
    @johnbaptist54883 жыл бұрын

    I always dream to live a life like yours.....n I am gonna live someday

  • @souravahsan7651
    @souravahsan76513 жыл бұрын

    Guys you made this groundbreaking film It's very relaxing and meaningfull

  • @ReflectionsofLife

    @ReflectionsofLife

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the words of encouragement, we hope to make many more films. Thanks for the support.

  • @diskoboy69
    @diskoboy696 жыл бұрын

    Wonderful! And, as always, well done!

  • @ReflectionsofLife

    @ReflectionsofLife

    6 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Dion - We loved spending an afternoon with Gary - such a special soul - so happy - I love when he says "I love my life, I just love my life" Thanks for the support - chat soon.

  • @sspbrazil
    @sspbrazil3 жыл бұрын

    This man!

  • @goatgate3815
    @goatgate38153 жыл бұрын

    "I may be a bit ancient but.... WOW!! You gotta love him.

  • @ReflectionsofLife

    @ReflectionsofLife

    3 жыл бұрын

    He is a gem! 💚

  • @thamesking
    @thamesking6 жыл бұрын

    Beautiful video!

  • @celzarodricks3662
    @celzarodricks36622 жыл бұрын

    Your films are soooo good that I can't stop crying 🥺

  • @ReflectionsofLife

    @ReflectionsofLife

    2 жыл бұрын

    Ah, thank you for opening yourself so fully to all that is shared. We send you big love. Justine and Michael 💚

  • @maryngshwuling9916
    @maryngshwuling99163 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for sharing 🌻

  • @departmentofgooddeeds9785
    @departmentofgooddeeds97853 жыл бұрын

    "I dont have money but I have animals" Wise words. Department of Deeds Approved✅✅

  • @rutbrea8796
    @rutbrea87962 жыл бұрын

    Happy fellow 😃👍😊 life is a wonder and a especial gift. We need to love it 💖😻

  • @ReflectionsofLife

    @ReflectionsofLife

    2 жыл бұрын

    Absolutely! 💚

  • @haku8645
    @haku86456 жыл бұрын

    Wow, that shot of him standing at 3:10 is absolutely incredible. I'd frame it and put it on my wall if I were you!

  • @nigelyoung0
    @nigelyoung02 жыл бұрын

    It's great to know that I worked here.

  • @vibrantscolor
    @vibrantscolor3 жыл бұрын

    Paddy is lucky to have you, and your happy attitude.

  • @beverleyarscott8589
    @beverleyarscott85893 жыл бұрын

    Do you remember princess Dinazulu? A great friend of ours retired to St Helena a few years ago. Her husband John runs the local radio. RIP dear friend.

  • @margiemasih982
    @margiemasih9823 жыл бұрын

    This is beautiful...simple good life. ...with meaning

  • @lazyles875
    @lazyles8752 жыл бұрын

    Very soft hearted people naww 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

  • @ReflectionsofLife

    @ReflectionsofLife

    2 жыл бұрын

    💚

  • @roachellgrittens5141
    @roachellgrittens51412 жыл бұрын

    What's not to like its beautiful paradise for sure

  • @ReflectionsofLife

    @ReflectionsofLife

    2 жыл бұрын

    🙂💚

  • @antoniiocaluso4387
    @antoniiocaluso43873 жыл бұрын

    The message that should resonate is there's natural beauty in most Places. Please don't assume all is Blissful...Elsewhere. Make YOUR Place "Paradise"! Find that beauty, nurture it, a grow best there. Films can make nearly-anything look good, & there's always a wise Elder to ask advice from in your surroundings. Ahemmm...might take getting off Social Media & YT to discover all that, though! Take note of one thing common to ALL these Elders...none have a "smart" phone to rely on. :-)

  • @ReflectionsofLife
    @ReflectionsofLife6 жыл бұрын

    To Watch another St Helena film - A True Saint - goo.gl/99uZNt

  • @FiFamAsh
    @FiFamAsh6 жыл бұрын

    How do you guys at Green Renaissance get to know about all these wonderful people?

  • @ReflectionsofLife

    @ReflectionsofLife

    6 жыл бұрын

    Hi Joseph - people who live in St Helena are incredibly friendly, we made it our mission to meet as many people as we could in the very short two weeks that we were there and have ended up making 10 films - we make each film in a morning or afternoon. WE really loved meeting Gary - he is such a legend. Thanks so much for your support and comment.

  • @dapursukabeda
    @dapursukabeda3 жыл бұрын

    Thats so lovely words

  • @mamilayburns3923
    @mamilayburns39233 жыл бұрын

    Wow.. I hope one day i can see you in person

  • @thatonekansasguy
    @thatonekansasguy5 жыл бұрын

    looks like a beautiful island, although I've heard scathing reviews from Napoleon Bonaparte.

  • @ReflectionsofLife

    @ReflectionsofLife

    5 жыл бұрын

    Hahahaaa - sharp reply :) St Helena is a magical island, and we're really looking forward to visiting there again later this year to tell a few more stories featuring the Saints who live there. So stay tuned for more... A new film out every single Wednesday :)

  • @canoslo6126

    @canoslo6126

    3 жыл бұрын

    It wasn’t the island; it was his travel agents!

  • @augustusvaz1029
    @augustusvaz10292 жыл бұрын

    Am a young guy sir age 30....I took up dairy farming at a young age of 24 .....and you are right....nobody wants to get their hands dirty....they kept telling me that....but i love it... hopefully to find a girl who will be by my side soon....all love to you.

  • @ReflectionsofLife

    @ReflectionsofLife

    2 жыл бұрын

    💚

  • @elcameleo
    @elcameleo6 жыл бұрын

    Thank You!!!

  • @ReflectionsofLife

    @ReflectionsofLife

    6 жыл бұрын

    Absolute pleasure - glad you liked the film. Another new film coming this evening.

  • @julianoaugustob.9246
    @julianoaugustob.92462 жыл бұрын

    I'm jealous of his simple life. One day i wish own a little land.. and do the same thing. Working on it :)

  • @ReflectionsofLife

    @ReflectionsofLife

    2 жыл бұрын

    And may that dream become a reality 💚

  • @mslicioussassylips
    @mslicioussassylips3 жыл бұрын

    What I wouldn't give to live on St Helena. It must be close to what heaven is like.

  • @marysuzettecatipon6147
    @marysuzettecatipon61473 жыл бұрын

    Great job❤

  • @ReflectionsofLife

    @ReflectionsofLife

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Mary :)

  • @jessanymdagoyo5070
    @jessanymdagoyo50703 жыл бұрын

    I am soooo happy I discover this Channel... Thank you ao much for sharing such heaven place. I hope I can live such place. I love it so much😘❤

  • @ReflectionsofLife

    @ReflectionsofLife

    3 жыл бұрын

    💚

  • @jessanymdagoyo5070

    @jessanymdagoyo5070

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@ReflectionsofLife Thank you so much, you notice my comment😘😱

  • @fruitloop1241
    @fruitloop12415 ай бұрын

    Just found this ... I live here on the island !!!

  • @ReflectionsofLife

    @ReflectionsofLife

    5 ай бұрын

    That's wonderful that you came across this video, we hope you enjoyed it. We filmed more videos on Saint Helena - REMOTE ISLAND LIVING (kzread.info/dash/bejne/lKR8zddvk66dm9o.html). [This video is a compilation of four main videos. You find the info in the write up below the video.] The names of the main films are: 'Words of Wisdom' (kzread.info/dash/bejne/maFo05mllLeYhLw.html), 'Paradise Island' (kzread.info/dash/bejne/e2d4r6eAd6q6qto.html), 'Nelson, My Donkey' (kzread.info/dash/bejne/c415xKSkdqbOmdY.html) and 'Keep On Moving' (kzread.info/dash/bejne/jGad08uvhb2pfrQ.html). Other videos from there are 'Life is What you Make It' (kzread.info/dash/bejne/q4htl9WYlNzQlNo.html), 'Historical Laughter' (kzread.info/dash/bejne/h39nttiTga2xeco.html) and 'Secret to a Happy Marriage' (kzread.info/dash/bejne/e5qby8t-ndy_pJM.html). Warmest hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @SilentObserveDetach
    @SilentObserveDetach2 жыл бұрын

    This video inspired me to move to D’Urville Island 🏝 this summer

  • @ReflectionsofLife

    @ReflectionsofLife

    2 жыл бұрын

    WOW? Really? That's amazing. 💚

  • @SilentObserveDetach

    @SilentObserveDetach

    2 жыл бұрын

    Keep you posted 📫 Pete😉

  • @nadunkarunarathna6741
    @nadunkarunarathna67413 жыл бұрын

    Creativity💯👌👌👌

  • @ReflectionsofLife

    @ReflectionsofLife

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks a lot 😊

  • @lovemorenk6501
    @lovemorenk65015 жыл бұрын

    i wanna live there

  • @ReflectionsofLife

    @ReflectionsofLife

    5 жыл бұрын

    Glad that you enjoyed the film Lovemore. St Helena is a very beautiful, special island - worth adding to your bucket list :) We produced a series of films on the island, so check out our other films for a few more stories. Brand new film out every single Wednesday, so stay tuned for so much more to come. xx

  • @lovemorenk6501

    @lovemorenk6501

    5 жыл бұрын

    @@ReflectionsofLife I'll check all of them. i am with this island

  • @DelmaWilliams-rk1ft
    @DelmaWilliams-rk1ft6 күн бұрын

    My papa ❤

  • @ReflectionsofLife

    @ReflectionsofLife

    5 күн бұрын

    💚

  • @edwineduardopalaciosgomez7850
    @edwineduardopalaciosgomez78506 жыл бұрын

    hermoso lugar.

  • @ReflectionsofLife

    @ReflectionsofLife

    6 жыл бұрын

    We agree - it is such an incredibly beautiful place.

  • @edwineduardopalaciosgomez7850

    @edwineduardopalaciosgomez7850

    6 жыл бұрын

    espero algún dia formar parte del equipo Green Renaissance, saludos desde Piura - Peru.

  • @sthelenaphantomview515
    @sthelenaphantomview5156 жыл бұрын

    Great video guys, those first few clips i think the second one looks familair lol ;)

  • @vernasinclair2318
    @vernasinclair23183 жыл бұрын

    💕👍👍

  • @sylve3456
    @sylve34563 жыл бұрын

  • @ReflectionsofLife

    @ReflectionsofLife

    3 жыл бұрын

    💚

  • @midwaysfr7557
    @midwaysfr75574 жыл бұрын

    who’s the f** would dislike this??

  • @wendyshick7883
    @wendyshick78832 жыл бұрын

    🤗❤️

  • @ReflectionsofLife

    @ReflectionsofLife

    2 жыл бұрын

    💚 💚

  • @emjaxn1588
    @emjaxn15883 жыл бұрын

    Tell me how to live there please!

  • @fueracinco9184
    @fueracinco91845 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Wonderful island Good people I wish to visit this island What should I do?

  • @ReflectionsofLife

    @ReflectionsofLife

    5 жыл бұрын

    Hi Fuera. It is definately an island worth visiting - the landscapes, the people - it's a very special place. Because St Helena is so remote, there are not many travel options. Currently the only way is to fly via Johannesburg (in South Africa). So maybe look into that option? If you do travel, let us know your thoughts when you return :)

  • @ReflectionsofLife

    @ReflectionsofLife

    5 жыл бұрын

    And I hope you've seen all the other St Helena stories - we produced 12 in total. They're all on our YT channel. Shout if you need help finding them...

  • @fueracinco9184

    @fueracinco9184

    5 жыл бұрын

    I do not know how to apply for a visa to St. Helena I am an Algerian from Africa @@ReflectionsofLife

  • @mrlittlegenius1
    @mrlittlegenius12 жыл бұрын

    I wonder where he went for 'greener pastures elsewhere' 🤔

  • @woabeatz9717
    @woabeatz97175 жыл бұрын

    Where the fruit trees

  • @souravahsan7651
    @souravahsan76513 жыл бұрын

    Today or some day people will realise, What are they finding.

  • @arleneanit2690
    @arleneanit26903 жыл бұрын

    Who's this guy can you please invite me to visit your country .

  • @charlenehuman8665
    @charlenehuman8665 Жыл бұрын

    Ìs it safe to live there?

  • @ReflectionsofLife

    @ReflectionsofLife

    Жыл бұрын

    Saint Helena is a very safe island. A wonderful place, and well worth a visit. Warm hugs. Justine and Michael 💚

  • @charlenehuman8665

    @charlenehuman8665

    Жыл бұрын

    Wonderful!

  • @durianff2780
    @durianff27803 жыл бұрын

    ee aku cari pulau paradis di attack on titan tapi jumpa ni 😂😂

  • @mrlittlegenius1
    @mrlittlegenius12 жыл бұрын

    My latest man crush.

  • @ReflectionsofLife

    @ReflectionsofLife

    2 жыл бұрын

    We can understand - he is such a special man.

  • @giuliolele
    @giuliolele2 жыл бұрын

    These videos are so inspiring, but please change the name of your collective. "Green" is way too inflated.

  • @ReflectionsofLife

    @ReflectionsofLife

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the feedback Daniele. We spent many years producing wildlife documentary films, hence the name. And we've become quite attached. But appreciate your point of view on it. x

  • @donnahogan2999
    @donnahogan2999Ай бұрын

  • @ReflectionsofLife

    @ReflectionsofLife

    Ай бұрын

    Thank you for sending a heart. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

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