🔧 When the Universe Sends a Welder


Hey there,

Earlier this week, I followed a small nudge, a friend’s lead for a local welder who might help me with a French veranda-style gate I’ve been dreaming about.

The first place didn’t offer that kind of work, but they kindly referred me to two others.
I called right away.
One was unavailable.
The other said, “Come by—I’ll make room for you.”

As I entered the address into Google Maps, the arrival time was
1:11 pm.
I smiled.
I’ve learned to recognize those little cosmic winks when they appear.

I showed him this photo — a gate I saw in Germany that has lived in my imagination ever since.

He looked at it, smiled, and said,
“We can do that.”

And just like that, the universe winked. ✨

It turned out to be exactly what I needed:
a craftsman specializing in
custom welding.

What's even just as good?
He can help me bring Dieter’s dismantled BMW motorcycle from Germany to the U.S.
And his wife? She’s German too, with years of experience in
logistics, another perfect link in this unexpected chain.

Coincidence? Maybe.
But I’ve learned to see it differently.

When we move in alignment, open, trusting, without forcing outcomes,
Life rearranges itself to meet us halfway.

That’s what I mean when I say:
The universe has your back.

I felt blessed, and quietly thanked the universe…
and Dieter, who I know still guides me in mysterious ways. 💛

A Reflection

Where have you recently seen life “click” into place?
Was it something you planned or something that unfolded because you stayed open?

Maybe that was the universe,
or Spirit,
or someone you love on the other side—
reminding you:
you’re not doing this alone.


With love,
xx Antonie

Do it before you die.
Stop waiting for someday.

P.S. If you enjoyed this story, you might love next week’s piece:
🌌
The Universe Has Your Back — But Not How You Think
It's a deeper dive into the frequencies we hold, the energy we emit, and how trust opens doors we didn’t even know existed.

P.P.S.: If this story made you nod, smile, or breathe a little deeper, and you'd like to say thank you in a small but meaningful way, you can leave me a little tip (or coffee!) here: ☕ Caffeinated Radiance Tip. Your support helps me keep creating and sharing my work from the heart. 💛

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