The uniqueness of each individual is what the war in heaven was all about, our agency to be different. The value of the Gospel lies in the respect for the individual, her agency and the talents and differences of each one. Like a rose, the pattern is there but there are thousands of beautiful variations on the theme, each one adding color and form in great variety. The disciple of Christ follows the narrow way in order to develop to the fullest that uniqueness. The handmaiden of the Lord appreciates the other roses in the garden, learning to really see their beauty, but not feeling envious of their difference, for she is confident that she too can grow to her full potential in the rich soil of Gospel principles.

He loves each one of us
as if there were only
one of us.
—St. Augustine

When people tell you
who you should be…
Just keep remembering
who you are!

Real friends are those who
when you’ve made a fool of yourself
Don’t feel that you’ve done
A permanent job.

Anyone can count the seeds
in an apple. . .
Only God can count the
apples in a seed.