The Almost Heaven Alliance

09/09/2026

🧠WITTY WEDNESDAY😆

Some have a gift of cleverness in conversation. Sometimes hurts, and other times helps relieve tension. When has someone been witty and made you laugh? How about when it was distasteful?

09/08/2026

✏️TOIL TUESDAY🔧

We missed out on posting for Labor Day and celebrated (rested) instead. To toil is to work hard—we all do this. What do you toil in?

09/06/2026

https://wvpublic.org/story/press-release/wvpb-hosts-second-be-my-neighbor-day/

Join WVPB for the opportunity to put being a caring neighbor into practice with community service, as we put together sensory care kits for Exceptional Possibilities of West Virginia. These kits will be distributed to children with disabilities across West Virginia. West Virginia Public Broadcasting...

09/04/2026

🦃FRIDAY FEELS🤍

We have a tendency as humans to create “in-groups” and “out-groups.” Holding on to the idea that someone is either with us or against us can hold us back.

This albino turkey stands out to us as on-lookers, but it was hanging out, being a turkey, with the rest of its flock. It’s even coexisting with a deer, which is a whole other species!

A lot of the times, groups of humans aren’t observed behaving the same way. Sometimes we look for any reason to fight.

While challenges and conflicts are normal in both the natural and human world—if we’re being honest—the majority of our conflicts as people tend to be blown out of proportion.

•How does this image make you feel?

It is clear that each of us is different—and most of our differences can’t be (and shouldn’t be) changed.

•What if we looked at our differences as a strength instead of an invitation for conflict and hatred?

Together we can look at our problems from all angles and solve them with creative solutions.

We can build networks across our communities that keep us safe and socially healthy.

We can work toward sustainability for ourselves and our children.

We can truly move mountains.

•Why do you think that it common for humans to have such a hard time getting along?

•How can we all recognize that we are part of the same flock?

•What would have to change for us to work together despite our “in- and out-groups?”

09/03/2026

💜THANKFUL THURSDAY💜

It’s always nice to feel gratitude. What or who are you thankful for today?

09/02/2026

⛲️WATERFALL WEDNESDAY🛶

We love waterfalls, and many can be found in our state. This photo was taken at Douglas Falls.

Where is your favorite waterfall?

09/01/2026

🥾TRAIL TUESDAY🚸

Happy September!

Have you heard of the Mountaineer Mile?

With all of its introductory controversy aside, it is a wonderful way to dedicate ourselves to the wildness of our state.

We have not been consistent with our participation in this initiative, but we are also fond believers that it’s never too late to begin something new!

There are local official Mountaineer Mile trails, such as the one pictured at the Buckhannon Riverwalk, as well as 44 designated trails in our state parks: https://wvstateparks.com/take-on-a-mountaineer-mile-trail-in-west-virginia-state-parks/

Fall is upon us, and the Mountaineer Mile is a wonderful way to dedicate ourselves to the wildness of our state.

We have not been consistent with our participation in this initiative, but we are also fond believers that it’s never too late to begin something new!

Have you completed a Mountaineer Mile trail? Where from the state park list do you recommend hiking?

08/31/2026

🪨MONDAY MOTIVATIONS🦅

We had such a great weekend in that I forgot to keep up with our online presence. 🥰

This week, we are getting back on track.

You know the saying, “stuck between a rock and a hard place,” right?

When someone says that, they mean that they are struggling and, no matter which direction they choose, they will face challenges.

Many of us in West Virginia can relate with this statement. Sometimes our situations can make it so hard to keep moving forward. We need each other.

When the days are hard, what do you think of that keeps you moving forward?

For us, we remember that “Together, We Can Move Mountains,” but even that can feel difficult when it’s a challenge in itself to find people to be with.

We are always here.

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08/29/2026

🤝CIVIL🧱

We all have our own opinions on the world we live in. How do we correctly share our perspectives with each other?

08/28/2026

🫰🏻FRIDAY FEELS🐦‍🔥

When were some times this week that you felt defeated? Did you surprise yourself by still showing up to do what you wanted or needed to do?