Chapter 1: A Spiritual Awakening

“A spiritual experience that surpasses traditional mass…” This sentiment resonates with both Sinéad O’Connor, known as ShahaDa, and the late Dolores O’Riordan, former lead vocalist of the Cranberries, who are cherished friends in the afterlife.

“Let Him be continuously praised, for He will guide us by our hands…” — ShahaDa

This is my form of mass now!

Wishing everyone a joyous Easter! Enjoy a delightful and humorous interview that precedes “mass” starting around the 17-minute mark. “Let us give thanks and praise to the Creator of all…”

Please excuse the cross I’m wearing; it was part of the props during filming. While I adore crosses, I no longer identify as a Christian. In my departure from organized religion, I too encountered a tumultuous relationship with Rome, similar to ShahaDa’s experiences. Dolores was always a good-hearted individual!

I hold deep affection for Jesus, Mary, and the saints, with Padre Pio and Mother Teresa being my top favorites in the afterlife. However, my admiration extends to Hinduism, Buddhism, Islam, Judaism, and people from every corner of the globe, including Russia—distinguishing the populace from the political climate.

My spiritual journey spans into the 11th dimension of existence, a realm intertwined with the nuances of schizophrenia, which I experience daily. Most days, I embrace it, but it can become perplexing. I look forward to sharing my spiritual encounters today, as it’s a holiday here in the USA, before heading to a family dinner with my granddaughter and children!

Nature plays a crucial role in my spirituality as well. Gardening is what I miss the most, yet I am optimistic there will be more opportunities in the near future!

I am a vibrant spectrum with nothing to conceal. My connection to the divine is also nurtured through my passions, my beloved puppy, my writing, and of course, music. I find that writing helps me release the negative energy accumulated from years within traditional Christianity. My experiences are hard to articulate, yet the fusion of music and my vices transports me to a serene state, even amid life's chaos.

The world is engulfed in conflict! Until we achieve equality and the color of a person's skin is regarded with the same indifference as the color of their eyes, I shall not cease my efforts! I am a proponent of peace and will dedicate my life to this cause.

May we first find peace within ourselves, and then extend it to the entire world—99.99% of it, at least.

As echoed by Michelle and Som Dutt, “subhuman bondage has been eradicated, and everywhere is turmoil. Until that day, the African continent will remain in disarray. We are confident in the triumph of good over evil…” — ShahaDa, Bob Marley, and now me!