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Every star has its angel

Have you ever thought about the story of the three shepherds in the fields grazing their sheep in the midst of a starry night with no clouds anywhere to be seen? Do you remember when all of a sudden a star enlightened the dark skies and guided their path all the way to Bethlehem? Only by reaching out for that unnatural phenomena have they been able to find the way to their Saviour. This story is not exactly the same, but surely quite similar.

This is for you, Angel of mine.

Wondering at the black deep heavens and its thousands, if not millions of stars shining to give that sparkle of life to such vastness of dark haze did I have to ask: "Who might be the one meant for me? The chances are almost as vast as that strip of sky I'm contemplating at now." God says: "Trust me and hold on". I did so, and what He had prepared awaiting for me was way more than what I had ever expected. That, He let me know with "Four Cups of Wine". Four unforgetable days that would drastically change my way of life and approach towards love. God gave me the impossible. God grant me an unreachable star. An angel watching afar.

As a beacon guarding for the safety of the coasts, is the Angel of mine protecting me from evil roads. As a star that burns miles and miles away, does touching her, feeling her, embracing her or even seeing her become impossible for sure. However, one fact I know: as a beam of light breaks through any lapse of distance or time, has our love torn these obstacles down for over a year now. It goes on, faithfully strong at every minute gone.
There's no logical nor reasonable explanation to this argumentation; but someday, someday will this endeavour break through and once and for all will it unite this two with a love so true that all will their glory present solely to YOU!!!

Common sense says: "Wake up! You're dreaming!" Faith says: "Go on! Follow your heart!" I say: "Love, hold on! We're almost there... Listen to God, follow His lead, and obey His paths. He united us not only in heart but like one-winged angels are we one soul now!"

Love:"Beareth all things, believeth all things, hopeth all things, endureth all things. Love never faileth." 1 Corinthians 13:7,8 Praise be to God!!!

Show time!

It's show time! The vacations are over, the students fill the classrooms again and all those who travelled on vacation are back. Yes! It's time let the show go on my friends! It's exciting, it's thrilling, it's boring? Hopefully not! It's a whole new chance to make your stand and effort to move a step further, to grow a bit higher, or even yet, to make a difference on this world! What are you going to do? No matter what you do, do it thoroughly, righteously, and be wise for it ain't no easy way. Once you're done, the results will speak for themselves!

As for me, I'll work as a Lifeguard, cycle as far as my legs and possibilities will let me, keep on studying, meeting lots of new people..... [breathe].....organize a whole bunch of sport events, give lots of therapeutic massages, instruct people in the sportcenter, and a whole lot more that life requires me to do. All of it, with the amazing helpful hand from God!

Are you ready? Let the show begin! :-D

Taken safe ashore

This is the time, I see your mercy on me at every step I take.
I'm hitting the wheel with all my strength right on a curve attempting to reach the 40km/h speed in seconds to catch up with the pelotoon. At this moment I realize that God's Word is faithful indeed. He said, "Therefore, my beloved brethren, be ye stedfast, unmoveable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, forasmuch as ye know that your labour is not in vain in the Lord." (I Corinthians 15:58) All the arduous hours of riding, training, & watching on my weight hasn't been worthless. Now that I can stand up speeds round the 40 kilometers per hour for long enough, I know that God is faithful on His work. He led me to this path and He gave me the possibilities to become who I am nowadays. He made me a Cyclist, and I want to be one, for His honour. Every step taken, every stone moved out of the way, every effort, He led the way. I had once three ways to go to. Now is every aspect of my life leading to one way so that I may reach the goal. Praise be to God for who He is! I'm finally starting to taste the pleasurable side of His will. The way is surely difficult, but the satisfaction of knowing that I can be agreeable unto my Father's eyes is what makes the pain and struggle which this sport involves, worth it all. Now, not alone anymore but in the verge of beginning a contestant's life, in the right place, at the right moment, with the right people beside me, am I ready to head forward and stedfastly follow through that I may bring Glory to God, my Father who loved me even before since the beginning of days. He's my fortress, He's my Lighthouse, and in Him will I abide.

Thank you oh God for leading my ship safely ashore. I'm not lost nor confounded anymore, but I trust and believe that you perfect Will may be done here upon Earth.
In your name I pray, Amen.

Lost...

Today happened what I was fearing the most; totally unexpected as a matter of fact.
This morning I approached my employer to organize my new working schedule. During two weeks had I been studying to become a Lifeguard and now I finally had the chance to work as one. That's what I thought at least, but no. As soon as the congratulations and greetings were over, did she tell me that the managers were on vacations during three weeks. The idea was to start right away. The only reason I had given up my vacation was to work and save my financial situation. Over three weeks would my vacation be over without any worthwhile work done at all.
Anger was no good. I chose for heading home and burst in tears while lying on my carpet. Why? Because precisely during those 3 weeks of 'free time' an evangelical campaign would go on in Israel where I should've been. No, I couldn't go due to finances. So 'ironically', during the only three weeks of the year that I actually have free time, am I not able to do what I'm supposed to do due to money.

I always promised to myself, "Don't let ever money be a limiting factor for God's will for you." Voilá! For the first time ever in my entire life of faith and miracle over miracle has that promise been torn into pieces. Lack of faith maybe? bad luck? a "Reality check, baby"?

Now, swallowed by the sea of unfaithfulness and living the real world like I've never done before, am I becoming more and more a natural man whom I'm not. Far from home, with no church to feel home at, with my dearest friends further than ever from me, and Spiritually, totally torn appart, am I here adrift like a sailboat with no sail led deep into the ocean by these waterseas...
By God's mercy and grace may I again find the sail, that Faith needed to lead me safely to the Lighthouse, to the Tower of strength, and to the place where reality has no meaning. A place in which God's Greatness overwhelm the rationalism and His Will overpowers any sort of understanding. A place where Faith does have a meaning.

Worry...

Stress, pressure, limitation, lack of resources; words closely related to a shortage of money. One way or the other has that situation got to be solved. It may be sometimes a blessing while other times it can become your worst enemy; no matter how much you have. This is my story:

Part 1:
Due to a money shortage was I compelled to work in order to pay all bills. One way or the other, have I always had the chance to work in a place where I could call myself useful due to my capabilities. This time the case was totally different. After relentlessly searching for something suitable to my person had I realized that my only chance so far was to work in a logistics deposit. Sorting boxes, opening them, stickering them, and later closing them again was the routine of the day; nothing more. Having to wake up at 5:30am and coming back home at the same time in the afternoon, did I have no energy or mood left but to lie flat on my bed due to exhaustion and frustration.
Frustrated because instead of moving forward, did I feel myself moving backwards. Praise be to God that I at least have a job and the chance to make myself useful for something regadless the task. However, I had to learn humbleness while at the same time did I realize God doesn't give us talents for them to be wasted and lost for the sake of money or the lack of possibilities. The frustration and anger within bursted out when right after the last day of work I was neglected by two other possible and preferable jobs. I felt helpless, powerless. The fact that I couldn't do better was tearing me down. The fear for having to do that job for a longer period of time was consuming me from inside out.

"Do Not Worry (Matthew 6:25-34)
25 “I tell you, do not worry. Don't worry about your life and what you will eat or drink. And don't worry about your body and what you will wear. Isn't there more to life than eating? Aren't there more important things for the body than clothes?
26 “Look at the birds of the air. They don't plant or gather crops. They don't put away crops in storerooms. But your Father who is in heaven feeds them. Aren't you worth much more than they are?
27 “Can you add even one hour to your life by worrying?
28 “And why do you worry about clothes? See how the wild flowers grow. They don't work or make clothing.
29 But here is what I tell you. Not even Solomon in all of his glory was dressed like one of those flowers.
30 “If that is how God dresses the wild grass, won't he dress you even better? After all, the grass is here only today. Tomorrow it is thrown into the fire. Your faith is so small!
31 “So don't worry. Don't say, ‘What will we eat?’ Or, ‘What will we drink?’ Or, ‘What will we wear?’
32 People who are ungodly run after all of those things. Your Father who is in heaven knows that you need them.
33 “But put God's kingdom first. Do what he wants you to do. Then all of those things will also be given to you.
34 “So don't worry about tomorrow. Tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own."

What have I done wrong? When did I lose my target? Did I learn to trust You? Will you take me out of this depth and lift me up? What are you trying to tell me?
Oh Father, please forgive me for my faith hath fainted and withered into the oceans of troubles. Rising billows of doubt and confusion crush into my heart and soul. I can hardly rely on the tower of strength which is Jesus Christ. Please forgive me for who I am. For not trusting you even when the days are dark and sinister. Oh Father, I'm deeply wretched for forgetting that the sun shines nevertheless. Please, give me patience and trust enough to remember that the rain will pass away. Though I must also be grateful for this rain. Without it, how will the flowers blossom?

A Gift of Love

Last moments of the son's glory of the day
Before it hides, lets it its rays fade away
With unthinkable colours showering the skyline
Sharing this moments with an amazing friend of mine
Has God granted me an unforgetful day
Which makes me think of His love everyday

He's awesome, He's great, He's all
In the midst of it all God lets you know He's there
Even when you run elsewhere out of His protecting hand
Will God's love for you let you know He takes care of it all
So don't fear, trust and wait on Him when life's not fair
He'll ensure your feet have a safe land
Be patient and hang on until He's ready to call

Until the time is due to come
I will worship and give Him awe
For He has let His creation speak
To this creature so weak

So weak and meaningless as I am
Keeping an eye from high above
And letting know He's the Great I am
Has He given me, that gift of love

The beginning of a longed dream ever to come true...

...of a dream you only see happen in your wildest ilusions as a little child riding in you 2nd category mountain bike riding past by the commercial boards standing along the way with professional cycling figures on them. A dream so unreal, a dream so untouchable, a dream never to come true, unless...

Yeah, unless you have a Father who loves you so much but so unbelievable much that He's willing to answer to the longing of your heart. He says it in His Word: "Behold the fowls of the air: for they sow not, neither do they reap, nor gather into barns; yet your heavenly Father feedeth them. Are ye not much better than they?" Matthew 6:26
Ask to your Father and it shall be given unto to you! (Matthew 7:11) If you're not yet his son or daughter keep this in mind:
He's willing to be your Father. Are you willing to be his child?

The life He has given me as His son is absolutely amazing and full of wonders. He has just proved it during the Pro-Tour in Eindhoven. It's been a dream and longing for me being able to watch the Tour of France live. Even this summer did it seem impossible, but I was wrong. The Tour of France came right next to my door. I call that faithfullness. You may call it coincidence, luck, or simply fate. I let you decide while you share my dream enjoying the pics I managed to take...

The start point...you don't know how or in which place you're going to end, but if you don't first at least try how will you ever know?

Bianchi team away...

...and Bianchi again along the way.

T-Mobile team: You impressed me guys! Not even the camera could catch you in action.

Men, historical!

Concentration, that's what you surely need my friend!

There it is: at first sight, the cycling hero of mine. Thomas Dekker who's younger than me and rides in the Tour de France already.

And you ask me why I want to be a cyclist of the Rabobank?

The T-Mobile team...absolutely impressive to watch

Go man! Don't give it up, you know where to go...

Right before the end....an experience worth to remember; for the end, we are all heading to the same line...the fulfilling of our goals.

That was the Podium. What a beautiful monument!

The Champs of the day!

T-Mobile Challenge - God rules: He made it happen!

Train, oil the wheelchain, secure all bolts, make sure the wheels spin unhinderd, smoothen the legs, massage the muscles, concentrate mentally. That was the minimal preparation required for such an important event: a day in which I compare my time to those of the profs. The expectations weren't that high though the excitement was digging deep into my very soul. For the last week have I done my best for the preparation. I trained applying all the knowledge I own so far regarding the sport.

Sunday June 19, the D-day. I woke up at seven o'clock sharp and got things ready to go. Once in the sport center I picked up my brand new T-Mobile Challenge shirt and put it on letting people know of what was about to happen. In the start line my thoughts were focused basically in one thing: Ride well, apply what you learned, and finish it right. Once the gun was fired, every other cyclist took the chase for the best time. I remained most of the time back in the platoon while a couple of friends took the lead most of the time. Together with a group of fast bikers did we make a considerable speed and headed away. During the race have I been absolutely cautious of making no faults: leading when I had to, drinking when there was need to, taking the sugar supply adequately, searching for a strategic place within the other cyclists, every single technique so far learned have I applied for the succes of that ride.
It was unbelievable. At the end of it when searching for a decent place in the front did I see all the other riders go past me from behind. Everyone was in search of that first place. It's the last curve before the end the which saved my day. I took it from inside, hit the pedal, tensed the muscles and breathed deeply. The energy reserved which lay still within me was during those last 500 meters of decisive importance for a chance of succes. Following the wheel of the fastest rider did I open up a way to go through. When the one in front of me was blocked and prod away from the road by another biker, did I have a gap to give it all and reach out for the finish line. During those last seconds of deep pressure had I realized that practically the whole group was left behind me except for another one who was quite ahead of me. It was unbelievable, with tears of excitement running down my face and the emotion bursting out of my chest had I realized that I had come beyond my own expectations and goal...
By God's grace has been possible! My expectations were the minimal: I thought of riding 37km/h max being afraid of getting exhausted along the way; but instead, with energy enough to leave the group behind have I ended the 48.6 km ride with a time of 1:08:41.79 hours making it a 42.68 km/h ride!

I give all my credit to God who made it possible. He gave me an amazing weather, no flat tires, and above all the health and chance to do it. May His name forever be glorified, Amen!

Opwekking: Excitement!

You may have read of what an amazing time I had during the conference next to the company of such an amazing lady. However, that's not the end of the story. It's barely the tip of the iceberg as a matter of fact.
Above all, has the company of the almighty filled every single heart present during the conference. Just as Jesus and his disciples celebrated Pentecostal in communion under the presence of God, have we, as one body come together from all over Holland in other to share the same experience.
The expectations were high and you never know what the conference has to offer every year, but I must say that for my very first time, it was one of the most reviving and renewing experiences I had in Holland so far. Let the pictures speak for themselves and experience a bit of the joy which we experienced ourselves...

The groep we went with is the 20+ of the church from Den Bosch. Alright, not everyone was a 20pluser but the name surely characterizes us ;-)

We had to sleep in tents and live through a midnight storm which surely affected a few tents of course but who cares, that won't stop us from letting the joy flow so we simply said, "let the show go on!" The picture was made a day after the storm, right after we had prayed altogether for better weather...God gave an answered immediately.

A couple of conferences were given for every taste and age...

Yes, there's also people who like to hear preachings. You can learn lots from them if you listen carefully.

Do you feel young enough? Then come and join the teeners tent! You'll surely have a spirit lift up while dancing and celebrating at the move of the trendy and touching music. As for Rosalie and me, it's that very place where our hearts have being touched the most. God's mercy and love embraced us together that night.

Give a heart to God, and a hand to man...

Heaven's door: deeper than ever. The slogan used for the youth's tent.

...Until de King can come in
And forever He is God... part of the lyrics sang together with other 300 young hearts full of thirst and longing for our King.

Remember we prayed for good weather? These were the results.

The only rain we had was the pouring amount of balloons flying into the sky.

But surely, would've neatness never been possible without the willingness of such beautiful servants. May God bless these kids!

I heard once people say, "It's like a piece of Heaven down on Earth". That opinion may be regarded as an utopia, but the outcome of such a confernce was surely a piece of Heaven set into every heart and soul looking forward to find God during those four days.
My personal opinion is: search God's righteousness, mercy and grace; then, will you know what I'm talking about. A love so great that tears of joy flow from deep within all the way down through the contours of your cheeks letting know of such and overflowing joy. Why? Because it's so fulfilling that all you want to do is praise and honour Him. If you realized how much your life's salvation has cost at the top of that cross...
"For God so loved the world that He gave his one and only begotten son that whosoever believeth in Him, shall not perish but have everlating life". John 3:16
As if it weren't enough, He even promises a totally fulfilling and pleasurable life here down on Earth making every hardship worth of living through and every bit of joy so enjoyable that all you end up longing for is to remain experiencing that joy forever; yet, one day to happen with Him in His kingdom. The one place promised to those who believe and accept His love for their lives...I'm surely looking forward to eternal joy. Are you?

Look right, read below, and know the facts: They are as startling as her! ;-)

Life, as beautiful as a Rose

4 days, 3 nights, one person...

It was during the conference of 'Opwekking' that it happened. Before that, I still had to arrange some things and make sure that the step to take was safe and sound. Even yet, three weeks before that, had I already taken a painful but rational decision: The courtship with My Dear far away in the distance was over...now new steps had to be taken. In this case, move on finding true love where it was to be found.
During those four days has the love of my Father made it clear that true love indeed existed at the streching of my arm. While embracing the dear friend of mine I once met at the beginning of this journey in the promised land, did it become clear.
God is faithful, He did not only give me the frienship of this amazing lady, but the appreciation of her parents as well. As for my friends, they wouldn't agree more on us having a relationship together. This is absolutely amazing, absolutely new.
Not only because of the chance to lie down on the road contemplating the shining stars at 3:00am, but also due to all the experiences lived together so far. From Skating over ice, walking along the beach at sunset, going to concerts together, visiting special places as Madurodam or an Ice sculpture museum, and countless of times eating exquisitely with her folks, was a dear friend of mine born within.
Even when she realized I had a long-distance relationship did she respect it. However, she did not neglect me leaving me unaccompanied while having to mis My Dear every single day. The attributes of pure love, pure friendship, a pure lady.

Dear of mine, [now far away]
The wound of the past relationship is taking time to heal. There are moments in the which I wonder why. But God nows why, He knows what's the best for us both. He has surely united us Spiritually and though a courtship with each other is not a possibility anymore, He knows that the love for each other remains. A frienship's love that will last forever. I will not say good-bye, because it does not exist; but instead, I tell you friend of mine:
never let God's hand go off of yours. He needs you as much as you need Him. Let our Father give you all you need to reveal the world that everything is possible in Christ who strengthens us. (Philippians 4:13) May the wildest of your dreams become a reality as a witness of God's greatness and faithfulness for his children. As for me, I'll continually be praying for you and your house that you may be greatly blessed and used by Him.

Rose of mine,
Your petals are so soft that I fear to harm them with my touch. You've been true to me, your friendship has found a new place in the room of my heart. You're now the radiant flower lying in my window that all people talk about. The flower that gives comfort to my soul when the heaviness of the day has taken its toll. The fragance of your love disperses filling up every corner left in this heart of mine. You're now the flower I delight to contemplate while knowing that you're there.
Now that you know that my room is wide open for your fragance to fill it up, I wait patiently for your petals to open up for me...

My Father in Heaven,
I can hardly believe and understand what's going on. Life has suddenly taken a whole turn on me. You gave me hardships to make me stronger, You gave problems to make patient, You gave me trials to remain faithful, You gave challenges to find trust, have faith, and finally rest in You. Many times do I fail to those trials, but nevertheless does your faithfulness remain. You never let me go, neither do you ever leave me alone.
After those three weeks of darkness, is your light radiating more than ever before.
The blessings are overwhelming and even countless! I love you oh Lord for you loved me first. How could I ever let go of you embracing arms?
Jesus, lover of my soul, let your love and light shine through me that they may open their eyes and see what I see. I praise you and thank you for your unfailing love...
May your name be glorified, Amen.

New horizons

Walk the walk alone,
Know that everyone's there, but not anywhere near,
Feel the burden of responsibility drag you into the ground,
Reach your boiling point, let anger and frustration blow into the skies...
Alas, experiences not one man wants to live through, yet regardless I have lived.
The proof of patience I had to deal with, before the glory of a miracle let me know otherwise. God is there, despite what you live through. Cloudy days cannot diminish the glory of His everlasting light of hope, love, grace, joy, peace, and mercy on me.

I had given it up two minutes before it happenend. I was skating, looking for the place, but instead I had lost my way. After the dreadful day I'd gone through, was every bit of patience vanished into the air. I swore angrily complaining and whining like an unlearend child. Had I had 2 more minutes of patience...
When I had finally found the sport center, the moment I entered my senses were shocked by the layout of the place. 8 tv's were standing in front of the cardio devices; underneath the tv's lay the other fitness equipment right in front of the windows allowing an inviting view of nature delight the sight. Upstairs was the room prepared exclusively for the spinning lessons. Then, Before I entered the dressing rooms, I had to go across the fitness equipment; each one of them designed specifically for the training of nothing more but a muscle groep at a time. Once inside, had the gleam of the woodwork from the lockers caught the sight of my eyes. The neatness and perfection of work made me feel a sport star while I being nothing, was standing there. Before I went out, did my already startled eyes catch a glimpse of the sauna and resting room at my left side. As I went down the stairs, was my mind wondering with the longing of sporting there, but not being able to.

Sure enough, had the sight of it all bewilderd my thoughts. I was happy though, of being able to see it all and knowing that I had the chance to sport there for free at least for one day. Once back at the reception, had the lady who met me at the entrance let me fill some forms and not even knowing why, I simply filled them. As a natural reaction to the last question which said "Why wouldn't you sport with us?", I clearly answered because it was too expensive for me. When she let me see the prices, I had indeed written the right answer.
However, for God knows why, when she asked me which service I'd like to take and I answered the best one (That is, having all priviledges of the facilities), she wrote a joke of a price right next to official one: 9 Euros p/year in relation to 135!
I couldn't believe my eyes, but no...it was for real.

For a whole year am I am now able to sport in one of the most luxurious facilities for a price even cheaper than what I now pay at an already decent but cheap one with also everything on it.
Praise be to God for that!

My thoughts couldn't cope with it. I was speechless, the miracle I had once asked for had happened. Not even in my wildest dreams had I thought of being able to have such possibilities... However, by God's grace, it happened. This may be the beginning of many so longed dreams. I might even be able to work there eventually fulfilling the longings of my heart craved in me so long ago...

God is faithful...and even though I had already smacked His face with the angry words of mine, had his mercy on me once again let me see who He is. I felt so small, I felt so shamed. I could've trusted Him all the way through. I had to ask for forgiveness for the little faith of mine...I was speechless with mingled thoughts of thankfulness, excitement, own disappointment, love for him, shame for myself, wonder for what a Father I have, a Father not easily angered but full of love instead.

Now, with unnamed priviledges, a fresh new start, and a whole new perspective of the chances which this miracle involves, could I go make use of my free hour of training mounted on the bike inside the spinning room following the rythm of the music and changing of the coloured lights letting my mind fly...fly away from wry...

I can say that I'm ready to take a step further into the race of faith which has already been set prepared by the one who brings joy, peace, and love into my heart...

"But the God of all grace, who hath called us unto his eternal glory by Christ Jesus, after that ye have suffered a while, make you perfect, stablish, strengthen, settle you. To him be glory and dominion for ever and ever. Amen." 1Peter 5:10,11

The Marathon Quest

This is an inscription which I read while reading a book. I believe it's worth writing in my personal journal since it conveys mi situation so much.

When God calls, a gun sounds, and a marathon begins. A life of service. A lifetime of measured steps which (because of the distance to be covered) take in stride the potholes along the way. Disappointment, tears, rejection, exhaustion, failure, loss. A cross I think he called it. The One who finished first, who near the end of his own long-distance race (though winded) sighed "I thirst!" It was what he saw beyond the finish line that bade him stay his course. A faithful finish. And his Father's proud "well done!" It's true. Persistence has its price tags. But also its rewards! Like the rush that comes when you run through the pain and find a second wind (when you want to cash it in). But don't forget the hush. That's another joy in the marathon quest. That quiet contentment that steadies your steps on "a long obedience in the same direction." The knowledge that you're being true to what God called you to do and to that which you pronmised you would.
Along the way, you've had opportunities to learn endurance and in the process make a difference for Christ and his Kingdom. Because of your determination to not give up or in, there are those throughout this nation (and beyond) who have heard the call of God and joined the race. You've paced yourself well, and now as you find your full stride, would you allow us to run at your side? After all, what you've attained is the goal that we seek. Strong, not weak. Strong, not wilting. Not bailing out, but holding out to the end. Perseverance. Persistence. Going the distance. Finishing well.

I'm willing to go for the marathon Quest. My quest is the Tour De France. I may not measure up to the unbearable sufferings of my personal Saviour Jesus Christ or the untold achievements of Lance Armstrong, but there's one thing I'm on plan to do: "to run the race of faith" [Hebrews 12:1]. With God's grace over me and probably the support of those who believe this dream can be achieved,

I'm willing to give it all for the call so God's name be glorified and known to all.
[That's my life's compromise, now you know it all]

Fast! Answer to your call and don't hesitate!

Walking along the sidewalk, my friend and I were talking and enjoying the bright shiny sun. We were letting our stomachs digest the exquisite Tosti's recently eaten in a terrace, when we were faced with a death or life situation. We had to react instantly before the worst would happen. The lives of 4 living beings were depending on us with utter urgency. There was no time to lose! We had to act immediatly! otherwise those 4 lives would be lost forever...

Four recently-born baby ducks were running straight into the road not knowing what was about to come their way...
With no hesitation my friend and I ran behind them trying to prevent such a tragedy to happen. Thank God we were exactly at the right place on the right moment; we had been able to get a hold on them and save those beautiful creatures from an unthinkable end...

Immediately, have we taken them in hands saving them from the inevitable.

We realized that the courageus mummy duck was still around unwilling to leave her offspring in despair.

Once taken out of danger, they ran back to their only refuge next to a forgotten and rusty door in a corner never to be found again.

What could this frail and defenseless baby ducks do?

They were lost, cold and had no hope but to remain together

Giving up all hope, they refuged in the closeness of each other awaiting for their fate to come

Knowing that these fragile and vulnerable creatures of God would have been hopelessly lost in the midst of nowhere, we decided to give them a hand and bring them to the light where they could be seen by their worried progenitors.

Remaining still and together, they hopefully waited to be found

Instantly, had the father duck come to the scene.

He headed without delay to the rescue...

At the end of it all, had the duck family being able to reunite and become a happy duck family once again.

This is a true story, it happened to the little friends of the friend who is a friend of mine.


(The ducks can now hardly be seen: The father duck is standing upright in the left side while the mother duck is practically hidden behind the the bushes in the right side. The four baby ducks are nowhere to be seen due to their tiny size and their colors which so easily blend with their surroundings; however, they are included in this picture)

Matthijs, the duck rescuer, is the friend of the ducks who is the friend of mine as well :-D.

And that's me, the one who shared this controvesial and totally unexpeced experience with you. So don't you ever forget:

Be sound and awake, that you never know when the opportunity to save someone's life may come along your way... :-P

"...with the 2nd-hand bike of mine and the amateur muscles on my legs..."