FINDING LOVE can be EXTRAORDINARY

Thank you Justine & Michael 💚

Relationships are like mirrors, reflecting love and the true essence of who we are. They show us how to give and receive love, and help us understand what we want in life and who we want to be. Trusting relationships give us the space to be our true selves without fear. Through them, we learn to be authentic and accept ourselves.

But it's not just about us; relationships also teach us to treat others with kindness and compassion. Through shared experiences, we learn empathy, learning to navigate the complexities of human connection with grace and understanding. In this journey of self-discovery and mutual growth, we find that kindness not only strengthens our relationships, but also nourishes our souls, making our interactions with others richer, more meaningful, and profoundly rewarding.

Filmed in Washougal, Washington, USA.
Anni's Instagram - @annifurnissart
John's Instagram - @theblindwoodsman

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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

The following music tracks are used in this film:
Rue Du Septembre - by Bonn Fields (via Epidemic Sound)
Another Place and Time - by Indigo Days (via Epidemic Sound)
Jovie - by Josh Leake (via Artlist)
Younger Sibling - by Big Trees (via Audiio)
Starlings - by August Wilhelmsson (via Epidemic Sound)
Camhanaich - by Boreis (via ArtList)
Lumos - by Cloud Cover (via ArtList)
Cora - by Kevin Graham (via ArtList)

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:
Arabic - by Frihat Oussama
Croatian - by Davor Bobanac
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
Persian - by Mona Zadsham
Polish - by Anna Konieczna
Portuguese - by Sibylle Steinpass and Lucivani Valvassori
Romanian - by Anca Zaharia
Slovak - by Zuzana Beratsova
Slovenian - by Jasmina Kovačič
Spanish - by Paty Aguirre
Vietnamese - by Thi Le

[kiki]

My mum and dad got married and after a few years dad got attacked by robbers on his way home from fetching medicine for my older sister. They left him almost dead but God saved him, he ended up being blind since then. But for 40 something years they lived happily married and everyone envied them how close and dear to each other they were. I thank God I had such parents since am now a parent

[theblindwoodsmanandhoneybee]

Thank you for capturing us so authentically, Michael and Justine! This beautiful film is a gift we will always treasure. And thank you to everyone leaving lovely comments, we are reading every single one of them! Love from our little spot in Washington state 💛

[DavidCodyPeppers.]

Out in the hills
A Cabin does exist
Where three souls
Love
And weep
For humanity.
One lives in light.
Burdened by her insight
The other lives in dark
Smiling with delight
Of his loves fight
To dream of gentleness,
A world without spite.
The third loves the lap and
A good pat.
As the world goes mad
Be glad.
For there is a cabin on a hill
Where three loving souls
Exist.
Wishing all a good life.
🕊️

[still_becoming]

The way she looks at him is everything

[pattik]

have a tendency to put a lot of energy into caring for John, not because he necessarily needs it, but because it’s easier for me to love him than it is to love myself....".This is one of the most profound and heart-wrenching statements I've ever heard. It really spoke to me. Anni, my wish for you (and myself) is that every day it becomes easier to love yourself.

[burly]

I had polio from the vaccination when I was a baby and I met a fire chief at work. That man did love me he died in 2019 but we would’ve been married 27 years this year. I couldn’t believe someone would love me like he did. What both of you said hit me in the heart because it’s so true. And he was woodturning artist also, that was his passion and he won awards. I thought my life would end but then i came to realize that not everybody gets what I had and what you have. It's wonderful isn't it? ♥️ both of you be blessed.

[lisataylor]

Beautiful!
When Anni spoke of getting depressed from the world and the unkindness of it all, I felt compelled to write about what has helped me to get and keep my head above water.
I too am deeply sensitive and find it hard not to absorb the pain that surrounds me. Often the pain seems to crawl up me and throw me to the ground (or so it seems). In the past I’ve struggled with depression that has sent me to my bed for days. But I’m a meditator and one day during a deep meditation the message came to me that ITS NOT MY JOB TO FIX EVERYTHING IN THE WORLD AND THE ONLY CONTROL I HAVE OVER ANYTHING IS HOW I CHOOSE TO LIVE IN KINDNESS AND HOW I TREAT PEOPLE.
When I feel despair I remember this message and it helps. Needless to say I limit what I watch on tv, radio, etc and I try to limit the drama that others want to share with me.
Sweet Anni, you’re a very blessed and beautiful woman.

[SheilaR.]

Their kindness and genuine affection for one another is beautiful to see. Rich beyond measure! 💜

[jasonwilkerson]

"He sees me better than any person has. That's pretty special." ❤🥺😭 The symbolic irony, too. Wow!

[Elizabeth-deuv]

"When I need it, he helps me straighten my definition of love right there. Thanks Anni & John, you are a team in a million

[williamclark]

I love when Anni said, "With John I feel like a queen. And when I need it, he helps me straighten my crown." In truth there were so many wonderful quotes from both Anni and John. This is such a beautiful love story and it gives me hope.

[SimplySanju]

Can't find words to say but their love and laughter just touched my heart so great advance valentine's day gift for everyone ❤ Thank you

[newearth]

What a gift. I needed this today. I’ve never heard anyone else express that his/her/their biggest challenge/disappointment, is how people treat each other. I am struggling to put into words how grateful I am to Anni for sharing this.

I love your films; this is one of my favorites. I love knowing this couple is on the planet too. Thank you so much.🌈

[shortmeister]

For all of the beautiful, kind, sensitive souls, this.

[morganinwanderland]

It’s so apparent they both bring out the best in each other. They’re so full of joy and the way they laugh so often together is inspiring. Laughter is the best medicine and a sense of humor will help a relationship go far. What a lovely couple ❤

[ReflectionsofLife]

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:
Arabic - by Frihat Oussama
Croatian - by Davor Bobanac
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
Persian - by Mona Zadsham
Polish - by Anna Konieczna
Portuguese - by Sibylle Steinpass and Lucivani Valvassori
Romanian - by Anca Zaharia
Slovenian - by Jasmina Kovačič
Spanish - by Paty Aguirre
Vietnamese - by Thi Le

[darkangelkate]

What a lovely couple! They show that there still is true love.. a needed reminder. Hugs x 2.❤

[treelore]

I love how they both have a chuckle laugh, so warm. He has a beautiful voice, it's a voice one could spend a lifetime with I can see why she loves him so and he her. I can really related to feeling disappointed in the world - of humans. It's very painful in the heart. It's why I love animals, I am lucky to have a horse, what a blessing and a good husband. I agree about the trauma, I used to be all into processing but it can literally haunt you and just keep repeating over and over. Now I say "don't feed the crocodiles" (thoughts). Had to get the tissues out watching the love and feeling the love.

[jonathankipp]

Not gonna lie....I had tears through the whole video. My neighbors. The patina of our home --- the Pacific Northwest -- just added to the depth of the film. These humans are what we all should hope to be. I was moved by each word. And giggle. PS Dude, your wife is so beautiful. You know this...but we can see it. Pure beauty...inside and out.

[christined.]

growing up with my grandmother (who was blind) in the same house - was a bond in the same way. She needed my help and she helped me grow. She was my favorite ! I loved this special