In this 52nd year of my life, I reflect upon decades past, and realize how much I have learned... holding on to what I always knew to be true - that there is MUCH MORE to 'life' than what we see here, much more to US than these physical bodies we currently reside in.  Now, halfway through my doctoral program (Pastoral Community Counseling), I've come to realize the beliefs I've always held are not all that uncommon.  Although I disagree with many RELIGIONS, I always had a close and very personal relationship with God.  He talks to me (occasionally) and…