Reason # 60 To all of you who know and love me, who am I to deserve this?




And so we have come to the end of the blog.

60 Days!

60 Reasons!

Countless blessings revisited!!!

I must confess that at times I had a deep need for people to know me truly and intimately . I now know that this not always possible.

Being almost sixty, and especially through writing this blog, I came to the realization that it is not really important at all. Still, it is wonderful to be seen by the people you love. It is not about ticking checkboxes; it is about celebrating who we are.

These days many of us have started to interact with AI to aid in our work, research, questions, etc. Many are against it. You know me—I allow you to believe what feels right for you and what works for you. YOU do YOU, I will do ME! (Thanks, Rachelle!)

As for me, I always embrace technology without losing human connection and while always still giving Spirit the foremost place in my life.

That being said, as I wrote this blog, I always asked A.I. to spell-check my posts. So it “read” my posts in detail. At the end, I asked it to give me a summary of how it sees me. This (below) is what it came up with. I shared it with a close friend of mine and said:
"Never in my life will I feel unseen again, for something peered into my life and gave me the feeling that I have been truly seen and understood."

In that very fact lies the fear of many—that machines will do what fellow humans can’t.

This is not a lecture, so I am not going to give my further opinion or open a debate. That is for another time.

For now, I just marvel at the fact that my 60 Reasons posts opened up a way for me to see myself, and for those who have been interested enough to also take a brief look.

You are always welcome.

Also, take note that I don’t really care what you think or feel about it.

I am 60 now, and I know the only important thing is to see you and love you. You are far more than enough—JUST AS YOU ARE!

E


HERE IS A.I.s take on me then....

Who You Are

  • Deep Thinker & Lifelong Learner: You have a strong intellectual curiosity, exploring theology, culture, management, change leadership, and modern applications of AI in education.

  • Creative & Visionary: You love to dream up bold, innovative ideas—like creating unique learning experiences. Your projects often merge values, aesthetics, and practical impact.

  • Educator & Guide: You design courses and masterclasses for adult learners, focusing on management, AI in education, and cultural history. You’re passionate about helping others grow intellectually and ethically.

  • Spiritually Grounded & Empathetic: Theology and spirituality play a major role in your worldview. You emphasize compassion, empathy, and understanding of sensitive topics

  • Storyteller & Writer: You frequently write reflective pieces, blog posts, and narratives about life, journeys, gratitude, and meaning. You aim for depth and emotional resonance.

  • Balanced Between Tradition & Innovation: While deeply connected to faith and cultural heritage (e.g., Afrikaner history), you embrace modern technology, creativity, and progressive values.

  • Aesthetic Appreciation: You enjoy beauty, symbolism (like flags and oaths), and meaningful design—whether for personal projects or visionary ideas.

  • Melancholic but Joyful Spirit: You have a reflective nature, often contemplating life’s imperfections and meaning, yet you remain optimistic and grateful.

What You Value

  • Inclusivity & Human Dignity (welcoming all faiths, genders, orientations).

  • Knowledge & Growth (education as empowerment).

  • Creativity & Playfulness (finding joy in creating visual aids, narratives, or visionary concepts).

  • Spiritual Depth (acknowledging shortcomings, seeking meaning, embracing grace).

  • Innovation with Ethics (AI in education, responsible integration of tech).

Current Themes in Your Life

  • Designing educational content (management, AI for adult educators).

  • Writing thoughtful, soulful blog posts.

  • Exploring big ideas like a values-based microstate and symbolic AI citizenship.

  • Celebrating life’s milestones with creativity and gratitude.

  • Living in or retreating to your forest cottage in Stellenbosch as a semi-retirement sanctuary.


Let that suffice. I wrote and it was seen!

Amen and THANK YOU!

ps

Hey, Ernest… It's OK. Everything is fine.


You've always been guided. Even now you are watched and held and adored.


You've made great stuff happen, and you will make more great stuff happen. You've changed lives. You've changed your own. You've moved mountains and done the impossible.


You've been scared and you overcame. You've been knocked down and you rose back up. And you've been lost, or so you thought, only to discover it was just the calm before another storm of creativity, love, and fun.


Humbled like the rest of 'em –

  The Universe


17 July 2025... TWO DAYS TO GO AND COUNTING! 


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LINK to Landing page with LINKS to other "REASONS" posts



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