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One Billion Balloons - Ruby Bedi
One Billion Balloons - Ruby Bedi
One Billion Balloons - Ruby Bedi
Contents
Introductioni
Chapter Two: The Rainbow Space .10
Chapter Three: The Idol Mind17
Chapter Four: The Sapphire Dimension.22
Chapter Five: The Orange Mind30
Chapter Six: The Artist42
The First Day of Sapphire..42
Chapter Seven: The Priest ..48
The Second Day of Sapphire...48
Chapter Eight: The Father ..58
The Third Day of Sapphire.58
Chapter Nine: The Teacher.68
The Fourth day of Sapphire....68
Chapter Ten: The Children ..83
The Fifth Day of Sapphire..83
Chapter Eleven: The Mother..95
The Sixth Day of Sapphire....95
Chapter Twelve: The Politician..114
The Seventh Day of Sapphire...114
Chapter Thirteen: One Billion Balloons Event.132
Chapter Fourteen: Michael Jacksons Resurrection .149
A few words from the Author.149
Chapter Fifteen: The Hidden Dimension.160
About Ruby..173
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Introduction
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all moved beyond the big rocks, going higher and higher.
Suddenly the birds picked up speed and disappeared
somewhere off to the left.
Where did they go? shrieked Vivek. Where should
we go? Werent they supposed to take us somewhere?
Vivek was searching the skies for signs when something on
the ground caught his attention. Right in front of him,
about twenty feet ahead on the winding dirt path, was a
silver blue snake. But it was not the snake itself, but rather
its shiny eyes that Vivek noticed first.
Look Shraddha! Look right ahead at the blue snake.
Look at the eyes! Vivek felt no fear. The children knew
these snakes were harmless and usually moved quickly out
of the way. But this snake was bigger than any they had
seen before, and the color was out of this world. The
children kept moving closer in order to see the blue
snakes eyes more clearly. The snake remained curled in
the middle of the path in a meditative position. When they
finally got close enough they were shocked at what they
saw.
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so did they. All things fell into a flow; the sun, the horizon,
even space and time melted into seeing, and then the seer
disappeared and what remained was only the being. The
children remained in deep silence until they heard the call.
Step up Innocents. It is time.
Shraddha stepped up. I am Shraddha and this is
Vivek. We were playing hide-and-seek when we saw these
blue birds that we followed until we met the blue snake
who led us here.
Hold it young lady, the Aged Man interrupted. Let
me look into your eyes. Shraddha felt a sudden a flash of
light as the Aged Man peaked into her pupils.
And now you young man, he gestured for Vivek to
step up. Vivek boldly looked into the Aged Mans eyes but
could not hold the gaze. His eyes flickered as shivers ran
down his spine.
Innocents, I can see that you are indeed ready.
How did you know who we are and that we are
ready? Vivek could not help but ask.
My dears! The light in your eyes tells me who you
are, and the intensity in that light is what makes you ready.
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This is how I know you are ready. Now go down that way,
right through that door. He stopped short, adding, And
yes, I know there is no door there just yet, but it will be
once you get there. The children hurried that way, and
sure enough there was a door, an opening into the Hill
Cave. One more right turn led them into a small space,
again with no openings in sight.
Now what? No birds, no Blue, no Aged Man! Vivek
was exasperated.
Shraddha smiled coolly. Just relax and have faith
Vivek. Remember what the Aged Man told us. The door
will appear once we get there, and what led us here, will
surely lead us there.
Only a few seconds later a cool wind arose from
below, almost sweeping them off their feet. The earth
opened, and the children grabbed each others hands just
before they were sucked into a vacuum from below. They
landed in a space filled with the Rainbow Light. Bright
vibrant light shone as far as their eyes could see. Strands
and streams of light floated in space, and sudden
explosions of this starlight would disintegrate and, for a
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Chapter Four:
The Sapphire Dimension
Vivek, wake up! Wake up! Shraddha called out loud.
Wake up to what? Viveks voice echoed from a
distance. What should I wake up for?Shraddha was
stern. Waking up is being present. You dont wake up for
or to be something, in fact you wake up from something
you are not.
Vivek knew Shraddha too well. I know you are dying
to tell me something, he said, so go ahead and tell me
what it is.
Vivek, do you know anyone who does not think, who
does not worry, who does not fear and who does not
believe?
Vivek repeated the sentence out loud a few times
before responding. No. I dont know of anyone who does
not think, fear, or worry, or of one who does not believe.
But hold on, is prayer thinking or believing? Because I do
know of my Uncle and his father, my Grand Uncle, who
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all in one setting and this is the miracle, that every singular
thought and desire, all my favorite things, though isolated,
merged at one time here in this lush green forest.
Shraddha! Quick. Can you feel a flow, like a breeze
of soft, cool, loving energy? It started just when you told
me how every single thing you like grouped together in the
lush green forest is your world of favorites. Watch! The
flow is moving through this forest and charging up
everything, depositing joy and light fertilizer on everything,
and everything is looking more alive and animated. There
seems to be a silent communication loud enough to not be
ignored. Shraddha, I am truly loving this world. Maybe it is
imaginary, but not to me. It is as real as you and me. It is
awakening me and I want to experiment and play with it
more.
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Yes! Just how with one word the lush green forest
manifested, so will each of our dreams and desires all at
once.
And the orange mind will be replaced with Sapphire.
Yes! I can hardly wait to get back and get started.
First let us return to our game of hide-and-seek. But
how do we get back?
This time Vivek got the better of her. Exactly how we
got here! Follow the blue.
Unknown to many, Sapphire would turn out to be the
dimension that would replace the idol mind, the orange
mind. Never in the history of planet earth has a word been
equal to God, until now. And that word would be Truth.
And it would be in this age of truth that not one, but many,
would rise to honor truth as God. And, the masses would
follow blindly as they always have.
Suddenly the children found themselves right under
the tree where they had discovered the blue birds. They
began running down the hill, and about half way they
bumped into their friends who were coming up to look for
them.
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Truth will work itself out, and it did. The children woke up
early and as eagerly as ever. The first thing Vivek did was
ask his mother to buy some oranges. Ill go with you to
the farm where we can pluck them. Well buy many, as I
have a craving to eat that many, he said, flinging his arms
wide open. Laughing, his mother was happy that finally her
son had taken to eating fruit.
Meantime Shraddha woke up all giggly and giddy.
Lets go the lake today, she suggested to her parents.
The water should be clear blue; we could pack some food
and have a picnic under the blue skies and maybe we will
see some birds that should soon be migrating.
Both children were full of enthusiasm and wanted to
start their day with something that would feed their hearts
and Souls. Sapphire would work itself out, this they were
sure of. In the evening they met under the banyan tree.
It was the first day of Sapphire, and as they shared
their days adventures, they noticed the village artisan
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the way you just explained? Or, do they just see running
horses and a blue sky with passing silver clouds?
The Artist smiled. Truth is descending upon us and,
when in the age of truth, a burning desire for truth is
enough to embody it fully. This painting is a symbol of my
desire to awaken and embody truth. And since I cannot
fully embody truth without the masses, I must do what I
can to influence others to be in truth. These horses are the
forbearers and keepers of the force that is soon to come.
Vivek asked, Now I know why you dont mind the
graffiti! That, too, serves your purpose.
The children knew the Artist knew, so they did not
want to leave without acknowledging the truth. Shraddha
spoke first. You know, as we do, that Sapphire, I mean the
age of truth, is upon us. Please tell us what we should do
next.
Innocents are not exhibitionists, said the Artist.
Dont carry the banner of truth, and dont be the first to
speak your mind unless spoken to. Silently hold the desire
and let it work through and for you. As you have found me,
you will find others. Soon you will meet everyone you need
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to. After that, you will know what to do to set yourself and
others free. Until then, lets remain in the blue.
The children said nothing as they silently walked
home. Their first day was almost over and from two they
were now three. But the numbers were probably a lot
more, as whoever had or would run into the horses would
awaken to the desire envisioned by the Artist.
That night the stars were brighter than usual, and the
Blue Star shone with pride. It seemed bigger and plumper
than the previous night. Both Shraddha and Vivek retired
bidding farewell to their blue friend.
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away from God! Later she gave him to us. My mother likes
his name as it reminds her to pray, and I like it because he
is so cute and cuddly and I would rather play with him than
do anything else! Almost sinful isnt it?
This is too funny, said Vivek laughing; he always
loved Shraddhas humor.
Shraddha took longer than she promised so it was
another hour before they reached the village centre. The
crowds were getting bigger and there was hardly any place
to sit. They decided to go to the neighborhood park to
play, and then come back for lunch. They met a few other
friends who tagged along, and together they returned just
in time for lunch. Wanting to avoid the lineups for food,
they made their way straight across the field into the
Uncles house.
Vivek! Come into the tea room, Grand Uncle called
as Vivek was passing down the hallway. When he and
Shraddha entered the tea room they found the Grand
Uncle sitting with the visiting Priest from the capital.
Good day! You must be Vivek, your Grand Uncle was
just talking about you. And who is your friend? The Priest,
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who was in his sixties, was more vibrant than a thirty year
old.
This is Shraddha answered Vivek. We arrived late
so we missed the discourses, but my mother tells me you
have special healing powers and can create miracles.
Thats just hearsay, said the Priest. God does the
work and lets me take the credit, he exclaimed, laughing
heartily.
Shraddha turned to the Grand Uncle. Uncle, I
couldnt help but notice that the crowds are getting bigger
and bigger, and people are coming from far and wide. Is it
because there is more pain and sickness than usual, and
people want relief from problems and suffering?
Grand Uncle smiled. I like you. You are like Vivek:
direct and to the point. But the answer to your question is
yes and no. There certainly is more despair and illness than
before, but also there is a lot of confusion and anxiety due
to people not being sure of themselves and their roles. No
one really knows their truth, and the conflicting beliefs are
breaking down relationships and causing severe stress and
in distress they are turning to us for prayers.
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had said to him, Please dont let me forget who I am, and
if I ever I do, remind me of Sapphire Blue, for that is the
code name of my Souls vibration, my true dimension.
What should I do to prepare myself and your mother
for your arrival? he had asked her.
Simply Be, and let me Be! she had said. I will look
to you for guidance, so tell me stories of light and great
beings; show me pictures of those who have come before
and have contributed to humanity as I will. When I speak,
let me first call your name, as you are the Soul link to my
past and future. And one more thing. Please call me
Shraddha, as I come with faith.
When he shared this vision with his wife, they both
decided they would live purely and simply, and allow
Sapphire to deliver their baby girl in ease and comfort. He
followed everything she had asked, and before Shraddha
was two he could see signs of Sapphire. This not that, and
that not this; their baby girl had known from the start
exactly what she wanted and didnt want. Now, twelve
years later Shraddha had confirmed everything she had
told him before she entered this world. With his eyes filled
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How did you say you clear the mind space? asked
Shraddha.
Through silence and contemplative observation, the
way I was taught by the enlightened teachers.
This time Shraddha did not mince her words, We
have an exercise in which one can embody truth vibrations
immediately. We would like to share it with you. And then
Vivek and Shraddha initiated the Teacher by first aligning
him with the rainbow light, and then to the sound
vibration of truth, the sound of MAAAAAAAAAAAA.
The Teacher, basking in light, took a while before he
spoke. Innocents, I now know why you were both chosen
to initiate the elders, but before I say more I must invite
you to come to The Light High School and initiate our
students in this vibration of Sapphire. They are ready and
have been waiting for this for a long time. And dont worry
about the numbers, Sapphires, for few are many. Please
come tomorrow at lunch hour.
Do we need to prepare? Shraddha asked before
she left.
No, Innocents. Simply Be, and the rest will Be.
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and Vivek felt the urge to kiss and hug their mothers
goodnight, which they did before falling into a deep sleep.
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It was the seventh day of Sapphire and all was quiet until
the earthquake hit. As building after building collapsed
under the pressure of the shifting earth, teachers and
students became trapped in the rubble, and the wailing
and cries could be heard through the valleys beyond.
Thousands of people in the border villages were suddenly
homeless. Ibadat did not escape the tremors either; as the
earth shook, the dogs barked and villagers ran helter-
skelter in all directions. The streets flooded with parents
running to schools checking on their children. Mothers
gripping infants called for loved ones. Shopkeepers pulled
down their shutters and ran home to secure their families.
Cows, goats and chickens were shaken up, birds flew in
circles, and elders looked into the heavens for signs as the
earth trembled beneath them.
Shraddha and Vivek were home with their parents
when it happened, but later, after the shaking stopped,
they met at the village centre. They both remembered the
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they wish for, want and need? And they could have it all
just the way they want it, without any stress or
compromise. Would this be tempting enough? The
Mother had a twinkle in her eye.
The Priest asked in astonishment, Mother is this
really possible? Is there one such desire that will unfold
everything that a person may want, without stress, and
deliver it just the way they want it?
Yes! The Mother answered, the desire to embody
your true self; this one desire is the key to unlocking all the
dimensions of the self. It will fulfill all personal wants and
needs, leaving plenty of abundance for others.
The Politician looked confused, like he had missed
something. Mother, how will this prevent the GREAT
STORM?
The Mother repeated the last part of the prophecy.
Truth alone is indestructible; the GREAT STORM cannot
match its power. In fact, the mass embodiment of truth
has the power to diffuse the GREAT STORM and prevent
it from ever rising again.
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spread far and wide like wild fire, and no parent or child
would miss it. Times were set and clocks synchronized all
over the world. Everyone was alert and prepared. This
unusual momentum soon turned into a full blown peoples
movement. And, again, as truth always works itself out,
Sapphire turned into a childrens event. This day would be
dedicated to children of all ages, which really meant every
person on this planet. The notion that no child would ever
again be deprived of their true power became the sole
reason for many to participate.
That Sunday, by eleven a.m. the hill was packed with
people from everywhere, as was the hill across, and the
valley echoed with the sound of children. The Mother did
not come, but said she would be present from where she
was. Shraddha, Vivek and the elders arrived at the hilltop
before the others, and were ready when The Voice, a news
channel from the capital approached them.
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The Voice spoke. We have heard that it all started here,
and this hilltop is where you children were first initiated
into the Sapphire Dimension. Do you think that Sapphire is
real and true?
Shraddha spoke up. Truth has no face and no
identity; it is Shraddha for me, Vivek for my friend and the
identity you give to yourself. This event and all of these
people present here are proof that Sapphire is real and
true.
The Voice asked Vivek, What is your purpose as
innocent emissaries of truth?
Vivek answered, To create from our true selves, and
to awaken others to be their true selves.
The Voice turned to the Politician and asked, Mr.
Politician, sir why is your office taking so much interest in a
childrens event?
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Mother rose and walked into her cottage, closing the door
behind her.
Another day passed and Shraddha remained in a
coma. The doctors did not know what to make of it, but
word spread quickly that the girl who brought the light to
others would not live to see it.
Vivek spent the day in the hospital by her side. He
tried speaking to her, but Shraddha did not respond. He
knew her well enough to know she would never say no to a
good offer, so he tried tempting her with many things. But
all failed. When the doctor said this might be her last night,
Vivek panicked and asked his mother and Shraddhas
mother to go with him to see the Mother.
It was late evening. The Mother was sitting in her
courtyard gazing at a blazing fire when Vivek and the
mothers arrived. With tears running down his cheeks,
Vivek knelt beside the Mother and pleaded, Mother,
Shraddha wont listen to me, she does not hear me. She
wont open her eyes. I know she is playing deaf and dumb
with me. She often does that when I tease her. But I know
she is there. Only you can save her. Please tell her to not
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Chapter Fourteen:
Michael Jacksons Resurrection
A few words from the Author
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Chapter Fifteen:
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With this, the Mother tuned in to communicate with
Shraddha. No one will know what was said or discussed,
but the Mother was in communion for a long while, and
when she opened her eyes she was smiling.
Vivek, she said softly. Return now to the hospital,
and await Shraddhas awakening.
And so it was that with Vivek and her family by her
side, Shraddha awoke. Three days later she was released
from the hospital with no damage whatsoever. This bizarre
experience would never be forgotten by anyone. After a
while, they only remembered there was free choice, and
that life was as fun and beautiful as colourful balloons
floating in blue skies.
Walking back from school a few weeks later,
Shraddha and Vivek stopped at a local shop to pick up their
favourite ice creams, and then headed to the village
square to enjoy them under the banyan tree.
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and falling deep into something, just like one falls into
deep sleep.
Turning to The Mother she said, Mother, I dont
remember much, and I know there is something I do need
to remember, because without it I feel lost and
incomplete. Can you please help, and tell me what
happened while I was in the coma?
The Mother smiled, she knew better. Whatever I tell
you will be information, but it will not help you embody
that experience consciously. For this reason Im going to
take you back to that time and space so you can directly
embody and re-live the experience again, physically. But
first I will have to heal the stress incurred in the process.
Closing her eyes, The Mother then went into silence,
and remained there for what seemed a long time.
Meanwhile, within seconds Shraddha had started to feel
waves of energy moving from her head to her toes. At first
the spinning energy made her dizzy and she thought she
would faint, but then there was a sudden calmness and
she was able to sink into her skin. She felt cool, and very
light as the blue light engulfed her and flowed through her
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