Radio Flyer, the legendary little red wagon, is celebrating its 100th anniversary this year. The news is extra meaningful to me, as Little Red Wagon is the title of my spiritual memoir that I hope to publish in the near future.
Just as significant, however, the centennial of childhood’s classic vehicle is also a reminder to live our dreams. Or, as the wagon’s creator stated decades ago, to let dreams “take flight.”
The four-wheeled toy and its connection to my spiritual journey are profoundly important, as I had intuitive and physical signs encouraging me along the way to write and share my story. Shortly after I discovered my psychic gift nearly nine years ago, I was awake in bed and saw a vision in my mind’s eye. I asked aloud, “Why am I seeing a little red wagon?”
The next day, my mother presented me with a birthday card, which featured a boy, maybe four or five years old, pulling a little red wagon! It wasn’t until I was halfway through writing the first draft of my memoir when I realized that Little Red Wagon had to be the title. While it’s my journey, a little red wagon is something to which we can all relate.
With Valentine’s Day approaching, my mother did what seemed to be the impossible. She mailed me a card, a heartfelt sentiment with the exact image of a child and his wagon that was on my birthday greeting nine years ago! Yes, another sign, or nudge, to move me along with my book project and spiritual path.
And, yet, another sign showed up today! While researching the 100th anniversary of Radio Flyer, I learned that its creator, Mr. Pasin, was an Italian immigrant who came to America at age 16 with no money, but with a dream. Get this: his first name was Antonio!
I wonder if people called him Tony?!
Love and light,
Tony
A Valentine sent by my mother is a reminder: “May the imagination of children forever take flight” – Antonio Pasin 1896-1990
OMG, love!
Thanks so much! I really appreciate your reading the post!
Tony I admire you immensely for being so open to the signs that are put in front of you. I truly believe those signs are there for us all but some are more receptive to seeing, recognizing and acting on them.
I love watching your journey unfold!
More please!
Honey! Thank you so much! Signs show up in our paths in the most magical (and sometimes, fun) ways. Glad you watch for yours too 🙂
Tony- It can take a lot of courage to follow your dreams, and that’s something I’ve always admired about you. I feel fortunate to know you and call you my friend. I’m looking forward to seeing how your journey continues to unfold!
Man! Your friendship is so important! Thanks for the inspiring words!
Really loved this! I truly believe this is a special connection to you and your “Little Red Wagon”! Keep believing!!!
You are so right! Such a special connection and you are part of it! Love you!
May that little red wagon take you to places you’ve never been. Go LRW!
This made my day! Thanks for giving my little red wagon an extra push!!
A special memory from a special person!
Aww. Thanks so much!!
You continue to inspire me! I love reading your blogs. Thank You Toni for all that you do and all that you bring to my life!
Hey honey! Thanks so much! I really appreciate you and your amazing energy!!
Tony you are such an great writer this made my day such an inspiration.
Thanks for reading! I really appreciate it. The creator of Radio Flyer, Antonio Pasin, is a true inspiration !
Hi Tony,,, I truly enjoy all your work and can’t wait for the book. You are such an inspiration! Thank you so much.
I really appreciate that my friend, or should I say, CHIEF!!!
Tony…your insights and thoughts are always so inspiring. So proud that your gift has been a true help to others. God bless and long live the Little Red Wagon!
Your words mean the world to me!!!
Thanks Tony!
I appreciate that very much, Nora!