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Reflections of Life
South Africa
Приєднався 11 жов 2007
We are Justine and Michael (previously Green Renaissance) - on a journey to explore our shared humanity.
We use our passion for filmmaking and our love of storytelling, to remind our audience of one simple truth - that we are all human - inside our hearts and minds, we all face similar challenges. We have so much to learn from each other, and our connections run so much deeper and stronger than we think. The more that we understand and believe in this interconnectedness, the more we will treat ourselves, one another, and planet earth with a greater sense of compassion.
All of our films are made possible through the generous support of our patrons : www.patreon.com/reflectionsoflife
If you'd prefer to make once off contribution, our PayPal details are : paypal.me/reflectionsfilms
We are grateful to all of you have chosen to be part of this journey.
Get in touch with us if you’d like to chat further - hello@reflectionsof.life
Much love to you. Justine and Michael 💚
We use our passion for filmmaking and our love of storytelling, to remind our audience of one simple truth - that we are all human - inside our hearts and minds, we all face similar challenges. We have so much to learn from each other, and our connections run so much deeper and stronger than we think. The more that we understand and believe in this interconnectedness, the more we will treat ourselves, one another, and planet earth with a greater sense of compassion.
All of our films are made possible through the generous support of our patrons : www.patreon.com/reflectionsoflife
If you'd prefer to make once off contribution, our PayPal details are : paypal.me/reflectionsfilms
We are grateful to all of you have chosen to be part of this journey.
Get in touch with us if you’d like to chat further - hello@reflectionsof.life
Much love to you. Justine and Michael 💚
WHAT is LOVE
Back in December 2022, we released a film featuring Antony and Margie, who shared with us some of their views on love and relationships. If you haven't seen this first film, you can watch it here - ua-cam.com/video/pbyQhbZJhwI/v-deo.html
Following the overwhelming response to our initial video, we've received many messages asking for further glimpses into the lives of this fabulous couple. Your voices have been heard, and so we recently visited with them again. During our latest encounter, Antony and Margie chat more about the various stages of married life, and some of their secrets to a successful marriage. Their reflections are sure to resonate deeply with those of you who are seeking guidance on matters of the heart.
“An outstanding love doesn’t come from two half-fulfilled people coming together to make one whole, complete life. Outstanding love comes from two whole people coming together to share and enhance their already full and beautiful lives.” ~Pia Scade
Filmed in Colesburg, South Africa.
Featuring Antony and Margie Osler (www.stoepzen.co.za/accommodation.html)
All of our films are made possible through the generous support of our patrons.
To be part of this journey : www.patreon.com/reflectionsoflife
If you'd prefer to make once off contribution, our PayPal details are : paypal.me/reflectionsfilms
Join our UA-cam channel to get early access to our films :
ua-cam.com/channels/cPPUszZ4-7yzZNgAAYwJjg.htmljoin
Who is Reflections of Life? We are Justine and Michael (previously known as Green Renaissance). We use our passion for filmmaking and our love of storytelling, to remind our audience of one simple truth - that we are all human. The more that we understand and believe in this interconnectedness, the more we will treat ourselves, one another, and planet earth with a greater sense of compassion.
Filming - by Michael Raimondo
Editing - by Justine du Toit
Sound mix - by Tamryn Breakey
In collaboration with iNous, we recently released a beautiful deck of 52 cards - each card containing a quote from one of our films, paired with the activating visual muses of Lanon Prigge. The aim of this deck is to rekindle child-like curiosity and creativity, helping to navigate the shared waters of our human experience with grace and joy. If you’d like to consider purchasing your copy, shop here - tgc.link/reflections
The following music tracks are used in this film :
Rain Over Portofino - by Brightarm Orchestra (via Epidemic Sound)
Cessura - by Ever So Blue (via Epidemic Sound)
A Break in the Clouds - by Isobel O'Connor (via Epidemic Sound)
Family - by Josh Leake (via ArtList)
Late Answer - by Indigo Days (via Epidemic Sound)
With Hope - by Indigo Days (via Epidemic Sound)
After All This Time - by Ben Winwood (via ArtList)
A Second To Forget - by Emily Rubye (via Epidemic Sound)
Into the Forest - by Jakob Ahlbom (via Epidemic Sound)
A huge thank you to these guys, who gave so generously of their to time to help with translations, enabling us to provide subtitles in the following languages:
Albanian - by Denis Skendaj
Arabic - by Frihat Oussama
Croatian - by Davor Bobanac
Czech - by Katarína Borek
Dutch - by Karla Greven
English - by Justine du Toit
French - by Amélie Macoin
German - by Tanja Pütz
Greek - by Vicky Polychroni
Indonesian - by Ary Nuansa
Italian - by Grazia Gironella
Korean - by Hotae Devin Noh
Macedonian - by Lidija Pusevska Markovska
Polish - by Anna Konieczna
Portuguese - by Sibylle Steinpass and Lucivani Valvassori
Slovak - by Zuzana Beratsova
Spanish - by Paty Aguirre
Ukrainian - by Sofia Bespalova
Vietnamese - by Thi Le
Following the overwhelming response to our initial video, we've received many messages asking for further glimpses into the lives of this fabulous couple. Your voices have been heard, and so we recently visited with them again. During our latest encounter, Antony and Margie chat more about the various stages of married life, and some of their secrets to a successful marriage. Their reflections are sure to resonate deeply with those of you who are seeking guidance on matters of the heart.
“An outstanding love doesn’t come from two half-fulfilled people coming together to make one whole, complete life. Outstanding love comes from two whole people coming together to share and enhance their already full and beautiful lives.” ~Pia Scade
Filmed in Colesburg, South Africa.
Featuring Antony and Margie Osler (www.stoepzen.co.za/accommodation.html)
All of our films are made possible through the generous support of our patrons.
To be part of this journey : www.patreon.com/reflectionsoflife
If you'd prefer to make once off contribution, our PayPal details are : paypal.me/reflectionsfilms
Join our UA-cam channel to get early access to our films :
ua-cam.com/channels/cPPUszZ4-7yzZNgAAYwJjg.htmljoin
Who is Reflections of Life? We are Justine and Michael (previously known as Green Renaissance). We use our passion for filmmaking and our love of storytelling, to remind our audience of one simple truth - that we are all human. The more that we understand and believe in this interconnectedness, the more we will treat ourselves, one another, and planet earth with a greater sense of compassion.
Filming - by Michael Raimondo
Editing - by Justine du Toit
Sound mix - by Tamryn Breakey
In collaboration with iNous, we recently released a beautiful deck of 52 cards - each card containing a quote from one of our films, paired with the activating visual muses of Lanon Prigge. The aim of this deck is to rekindle child-like curiosity and creativity, helping to navigate the shared waters of our human experience with grace and joy. If you’d like to consider purchasing your copy, shop here - tgc.link/reflections
The following music tracks are used in this film :
Rain Over Portofino - by Brightarm Orchestra (via Epidemic Sound)
Cessura - by Ever So Blue (via Epidemic Sound)
A Break in the Clouds - by Isobel O'Connor (via Epidemic Sound)
Family - by Josh Leake (via ArtList)
Late Answer - by Indigo Days (via Epidemic Sound)
With Hope - by Indigo Days (via Epidemic Sound)
After All This Time - by Ben Winwood (via ArtList)
A Second To Forget - by Emily Rubye (via Epidemic Sound)
Into the Forest - by Jakob Ahlbom (via Epidemic Sound)
A huge thank you to these guys, who gave so generously of their to time to help with translations, enabling us to provide subtitles in the following languages:
Albanian - by Denis Skendaj
Arabic - by Frihat Oussama
Croatian - by Davor Bobanac
Czech - by Katarína Borek
Dutch - by Karla Greven
English - by Justine du Toit
French - by Amélie Macoin
German - by Tanja Pütz
Greek - by Vicky Polychroni
Indonesian - by Ary Nuansa
Italian - by Grazia Gironella
Korean - by Hotae Devin Noh
Macedonian - by Lidija Pusevska Markovska
Polish - by Anna Konieczna
Portuguese - by Sibylle Steinpass and Lucivani Valvassori
Slovak - by Zuzana Beratsova
Spanish - by Paty Aguirre
Ukrainian - by Sofia Bespalova
Vietnamese - by Thi Le
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Thank you PAIN Thank you PLEASURE Thank you LIFE
No joy my children no longer need are want me im all alone I talk to no one. I text thats all. Life is cruel n empty
TRUTH
You are a beautiful man. Congrats on being love and the true meaning of life. Appreciate you and you sharing your story to come to me now on UA-cam.
You are welcome. Thank you for your kind message, we are glad his story spoke to you. We have a follow-up video with Gary on our channel: 'Wanting To Live' (ua-cam.com/video/5oZevEAijhA/v-deo.html). Sending you warmest of hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚
너무 아름다워요 ^^ 진정한 부부의 모습이네요..
Beautiful, thank you. Warmest hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚
Brilliant
So happy you liked his message. We have a second video with Gary on our channel - it's called 'Wanting To Live' (ua-cam.com/video/5oZevEAijhA/v-deo.html). Kindest wishes, Justine and Michael. 💚
Thank you Margie ,Anthony , Justine and Michael ! I'm pleased to see this magically lovely couple back ! The lightness of their words , smile and humour underscores love and wisdom of their marriage life story.What is love ? Everything ! HPL to ALL !
We are so happy that we could share another video of the two of them with you. They have indeed something very special. Sending much love, Justine and Michael. 💚
Thank you
It's a pleasure. Thank you for watching. Warmest hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚
This is truly a gift from God thank you for sharing your wisdom. I'm a 67 year old woman I'm still working how much longer I don't know but thank God for my ability and health
Love your stuff kick on love it ❤❤️🧡💛💚💙💜🤍
Glad you enjoyed this video. Warmest wishes, Justine and Michael. 💚
BLESS YOU ALWAYS 🙏👵🦋🥀✨
Lovely, thank you. Warmest wishes, Justine and Michael. 💚
Oh, how is she doing, Reminds of Leonard Cohen, and how the light gets in.
"It's an incredible thing to be a human being" is an aspiration, not a reality (for many). The rat race kills the souls of all the rats. Find a favourite tree in a favourite space. Your soul mate might not be a person.
Wow, this film really made me crave what they have. Beautiful visuals, a great piece of art.
Such a lovely and touching message, may you be able to experience such a special relationship. We also want to thank you for your encouraging words about your filming, it means a lot to us. Warmest hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚
YOu, just INSPIRED ME 📯
That is so wonderful. We are so happy that we could share his story with you. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚
I quit my job few days ago and started a UA-cam channel, cause I had enough of my boring and miserable life. Every day was the same and I felt like my life was slipping through my fingers, but the time for changes has finally come! I hope I'll succeed, fingers crossed!
They have touched my soul. I didn't want the video to end Thank you all 🙏 ♥️
Beautiful. We are so happy you liked the video so much. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚
This came at the right time. At 46, i separated from my ex 19 years ago. We have 2 children. I gave the latter my all, just as my parents did for me. Lots of outdoor time, great vacations, top notch private school, which ultimately led to top colleges. I ensured to keep them out of my & their mother's differences, and also enforced the necessity to have respect and honor for their mother & elders in general. They were blessed to know their great grandparents on my side very close. But unfortunately i now realise that their mother had poisined their minds. Now in their late teens there is quite a shift. Father's day mother's day they would not call me or their grandparents....that hurts the latter much😔, as do me as well. Calls / messages are unanswered nor responded to. They would simply say "oh i forgot." Their great grandfather left em a multi-million dollar estate....they simply seem not to care or show interest. I've worked too hard and its time to focus on me and ensure things are good for my parents as they are getting older (thank God they're healthy though). Thank you sir, this vid is the push that i needed.
There is no wealth but life - John Ruskin
Thank you for sharing this quote. Words to ponder on. Warmest wishes, Justine and Michael. 💚
What does his shirt say? I can only read a few words on it.
Talking about bad thinks helps you to heal and it protects us.
Thank you for sharing this thought. Speaking about things definitely helps to heal. Warmest hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚
I’m not defending the society as it is today. But it feels like the people in this video never fitted in any group of people. I only get sad seeing them lonely in their farms. The same way they probably look at me. But I am guessing they are as happy/sad as everyone else.
My goal is to not be afraid!
May her words help, inspire and encourage you. Warmest hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚
dem
So happy she found her path. Been there. And yes, I love all animals. Both two- and four-legged.
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Wonderful messages. You are a beautiful human being. Peace and love to you. ❤
Thank you for yuor kind words. Glad you liked the video. Warmest hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚
Right when I was in need - this video pops up in my feed and im in tears. This is a message from the universe. I am grateful for Gina and her very beautiful message.
That is so wonderful. We are so thankful this video reached you at this time and touched you so deeply. Sending you warmest of hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚
I very much know her. She is light.
Beautiful, such touching words. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚
Love your Spirit, Bless you Patrick Dougher.
So kind, thank you. Warmest hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚
A pure heart ❤️
Very much so. Glad you enjoyed the story John shared. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚
Beautiful soul ❤
Thank you for your kind words, we are glad you liked the video. Warmest wishes, Justine and Michael. 💚
He's just beautiful. And spreading it around like apple seeds.
Heart warming 18 minutes. I thank my luck that I stopped watching at something like this. There are tons of content available but specifically this one was "extraordinary"
I get alive watching this sorta great videos. Thanks much.
Loneliness is an inevitable part of human existence
It's beautiful how you appreciate each other. I have been a widow since I was 55.
Touching words. Sorry to read about the early passing of your husband. Sending much love and kindness to you. Justine and Michael. 💚
@@ReflectionsofLife Thank you dear people. The world needs more people like you.
Love this....
We are so glad. Thank you for watching. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚
While watching this, I'm smiling and in tears at the same time. They are love😘❤. Thank youu for such beautiful and refreshing clip💖.
It's an absolute pleasure. It makes us so happy to read your message, so glad we could share this love story with you. Sending you warmest of hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚
Thank you ❤️
You are most welcome. Thank you for watching. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚
I’m 74. Simply cannot face eternity without having more assurance. My hope is built on nothing less than Jesus’ blood and righteousness.
Me
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Thanks
Thank you so much for supporting our work, we appreciate it a lot. Warmest hugs, Justine and Michael 💚
@@ReflectionsofLife welcome 🙏
MOVING... So much to learn. Many of us want what they have but... there's so much to learn before... Thank you. ❤
It's a pleasure. We are glad their story meant much to you. May what Antony and Margie shared help and inspire. Sending much love, Justine and Michael. 💚
This was so lovely❤
Really glad you enjoyed it so much. Warmest hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚
Your words are very touching to my heart, and I advise you to research and explore the Quran, because you will learn more about life, and I believe that you will love it very much.
Rest in peace. Remarkable testimony of his life
Thank you for your kind words. He was such a beautiful soul who touched the lives of many. His light continues to shine brightly, touching the hearts of all of those who continue to hear his story. Sending much love, Justine and Michael. 💚
Powerful message! 🥺❤
We are glad her words meant much to you. Warmest hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚
My heart is so full from hearing these two darling hearts. 💓 Thank you. 🙏
It's an absolute pleasure. We are so happy their message touched you so deeply. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚
Who is this beautiful woman? I want to follow her and her art?
Thank you for asking. Her name is L. Frank. These details are also in the write-up below the video. Warm wishes, Justine and Michael. 💚