Behind the Scenes

To live life is to expect the unexpected. Life is not conventional to say the least and being human doesn't make it any bit easier. We worry, we complain, we fight and we find some situations tremendously unfair; no matter how many times we experience things, we will always frown, pout and get uneasy. It’s alright darlings, the challenge is being resilient – and it’s a process in getting there. Some days are better than others; but the fact that some days are better means that we have some little spark of hope hidden somewhere underneath the hurt, pain, anger and tears. The journey to recovery and in experiencing real joy again is easier said than done; but once you accept the situation, surrender in realizing you cannot control an outcome and let go to the divine/Universe/God in supplying the best outcome it is then that peace creeps in. Prayer, meditation, and yoga also offer us comfort, as it evokes our strength from the inside out.

We might not realize it; understand it; or see it, but just as magnificent films are made and mighty empires are built, there are always others working ‘behind the scenes’ to ensure victory. We should always do our best in achieving goals, dreams, and inner-peace; but it does not happen straight away. Things sometimes fail, however that does it does not mean it isn’t meant to be or that it is the end of the story. No-one knows the end of your story; or what twists, turns or climaxes will be experienced. Don’t fill your mind with human fears – it is good to get advice, but instead of putting your trust in those who ‘think-they-know’, try putting your trust in God/Universe who is working ‘behind the scenes’ and ensuring that his story goes according to plan! We will receive our due blessings because we are surrounded by that unconditional love. Don’t give up – each day, each hour, each minute you are getting closer to life taking a turn for the better.

Life does not guarantee anything except that if you keep trying and keep believing you’ll cross the finish line. Don’t be faint at heart darlings, despite our human fears know that practicing faith, trust and keeping positive ensures brighter and more pleasant outcomes. Your efforts, your love, and your diligence is not in vain! J If you are earnest in heart then it is sure that you will receive what you ask for. Having faith that you’re being listened to and helped ‘behind the scenes’ gives you confidence and peace; you may not see how you will get there but if we would just close our eyes and ingest, or take the plunge, you will finally see that enduring and keeping things simple always lead you to a paradise of truth! J

How does one practice faith we might ask? Ah-well, everyday is practice! Start off small – practicing faith gives you strength for when more serious ‘life surprises’ pop up. How do you know faith works? If you’ve ever had a miracle, if you’ve ever had too much of a coincidence, something that simply can’t be explained – then you know that everything happens for a reason. Remember, it’s always about the story – you’re the star and you get to build your character but it’s the Universe/God that is the director. That’s scary some might think, but guess what!? Your story – your movie is a block-buster; it’s an award-winning; nominated; marvelous success!

So plant your seeds, shower them in faith and watch them grow! J

Bless-up!

Jair J

** If you have someone to love - it will make your life be so good. But you feel lonely now. And so tired. You will find your love - don't you cry! Just do believe, do believe - you have won this time, I see it in your eyes! That now you feel okay. Just do believe it will last this time - I see it in his eyes! That you will be okay. Do believe it's your love. Look around! :))

Behind the Scenes

I remember 19 years ago when I first began playing Trinidad & Tobago’s national instrument the steel-pan (drum); I started a love relationship with music that would speak to me on all days for the rest of my days. But I started on a pan that wasn’t exactly as I wanted; I played the ‘Guitar-Pan’ a bulkier, heavy, pan, standing close to the over-powering Bass pans, and only offering hypnotic harmonies. It was the tenor pan I wanted to play earnestly. They danced up front, playing the more intricate and meaningful melodies to the ecstatic crowd. At that time, I hadn’t realized why I initially played there, but looking back now I see that in life we may be put in or born into circumstances and situations that our desires don’t match with. We wonder why we start this way and how we’ll ever come out of it; it’s not because we’re meant to stay there, it’s because we’re meant for greatness. God/Universe is always working behind the scenes to make sure your desires overcome your fears, and that your struggles and dreams are not in vain.

We must remember that we can take steps always towards prominence, and just because we fall doesn’t mean that we will stay there. God/Universe always has steps in place to restore us to where we need to be – to our true destiny! What we need to remind ourselves of  is to continue with un-wavering faith and joy in knowing that your creator is the one that is in control and often-times when you are on your way to success and victory, there are moments of negativity that try to deter us from continuing to strive upwards. We come from the Supreme Being, not to our parents, but through our parents and therefore any bumps in our roads in life can be altered and repaired through the one that created us to complete our destiny.

Fear not, God/Universe always goes before you, always knows what’s up ahead and always knows how to get you out of those sticky situations! Your Creator/Supreme Being is working constantly behind-the-scenes to make sure that you are ready for your dazzling destiny. Trust that his timing is the best timing; that the story that was written for you is better than one you can dream for yourself; trust that it’s the greatest thing, better than even your most magical desires. If people or situations are negative in your life and don’t wish to add or share in it, that they and these circumstances are just not part of your destiny in life! Allow them to leave in love; forgive the falls and the pain and the hurt, don’t hold on to them, hold joy and hope knowing that when it’s time for your ‘In-front-of- the-Scenes’ moment that everything you have gone through would be worth it in carving the stronger and more confident you.

Because one day, despite it being years later; you’ll be standing on stage among the beautiful tenor pans, playing your heart out to the crowd, your heart singing and your pores raising to the sweet melodies you knew from the beginning that it was yours to play from the the start! J

I’ll leave you with the lovely calypso song from the wonderful 'Baron' of Trinidad & Tobago about pan’s sweet melody in the streets: