"Just Days Before Overflow" (An Epic Poem) - #93
Reminiscing on precious previous experiences where God was SO there - providing fuel I will surely need in the days ahead - tapping into something deeper š¤æ
Welcome. šš»
I really was going to post the 7 Sharp Lessons on trusting God from this last year of living in Utah⦠but yeah - sometimes plans change.
I felt directed to write an epic poem instead. I am CERTAIN that there is something here that I need to read, hear myself say in my brain, and also have as POTENT spiritual ammunition for what is ahead. Forcing this is NOT the vibe. Iāll get to that other post later⦠for now - we dive DEEP into whatever weāre diving deep into.š¤æ
This has happened like 6 or 7 times and Iāve got it pretty well figured out now.
Also fast apologies if youāre one of the first 1,000 that this was sent to and it came in HOT but without a subject line. I had this scheduled to DROP at 11:11 PM and yeah I kinda forgot about it. It posted at 11:11 AM and yeah it was definitely unfinished.
This provided me with incentive to get it finished though.
I do believe that this post will be a lift in its current state but even still yeahā¦
Learn from the Mistakes - I Promise it is Okay
A very helpful reminder for me is that these are still very much the early days. I anticipate I will be doing this for a very long time and this newsletter will go through many iterations. It is OKAY to make mistakes early in the game.
Fast quote on this,
āIf it happens once, itās an accident. If it happens twice, itās a coincidence. If it happens three times, itās a pattern.ā -Shem Malone
I donāt believe in coincidences personally but the spirit of this message has to do with second chances. Simply learning from mistake to mistake goes a VERY long way.
This is why falling into something youāve fallen into before is surely NOT the end of the world. I am still going through very needed training and preparation years. I have NO idea the level of compassion God feels for His children who have fallen before but continue to rise up, learn, and become the best they can be - but I can dream.
God LOVES being merciful. He does NOT desire for us to walk in darkness or to feel the inner world inside us darkened or to have our bright hopes darkened. He DEEPLY desires to help. Turning to Him is turning to ENDLESS LEVELS of help.
Please remember that and think about that often.
Please.
In fact⦠repentance is about turning to Christ who has already overcome the world. Itās good stuff and I am kind of going on a tangent so yeah.
Letās put a cherry on top with this sweet tangent with John 8:12,
Then spake Jesus again unto them, saying, I am the light of the world: he that followeth me shall not walk in darkness, but shall have the light of life.
Amen.
Let Go; Let it ALL Flow
I just have to let go and let it all flow. The less I stress about writing this the better. šš»
Even now I feel this undeniable electricity ā”ā”ā”that is flowing from my brain and my fingers are excited to type and meanwhile my heart is feeling the good feelings. The fruits of the Spirit are REAL and are WORTH IT (Galatians 5:22-23).
Minutes after I start going I know I will be very much GONE. SO BLISSFULLY GONE. This is because I have had SO many deep experiences of writing in the flow state that itās pretty much locked in at this point.
20 minutes or so of knocking on the door of learning and passing through the portals of divine inspiration and clarity and I am basically in a whole different world. All I need to do is make sure I have PLENTY of clarity to see past ANY distractions.
The time spent there greatly uplifts the potential experiences I have in the real world.
I really feel it in my bonesā¦
Itās important I say it - because I feel it REALLY is going to happen soon.
Iāve been hanging too long in the shallow.
Iāve been letting my faith hang low and remain fallow.
Yet, Godās plan is unfolding in His perfect time - and I am blessed to have a speck of understanding with that. Talking with Him reminds me:
I still got PLENTY of epic adventures on which to go⦠āļø
His timing is PERFECT so itās okay if Iām hurting and sometimes need to go slowwwww⦠š¢
Yesssirr I have MANY Dallinic bubbles away from my troubles still to blowā¦š«§
Things have been picking up. That is going to keep on happening. Miracles will keep flowing. They are going to keep growing in frequency, intensity, and personal touch.
Meanwhile I better get ready (Ephesians 6:13, 1 Peter 3:15)ā¦
I better NOT leave His table right before He brings out the Alfredo sauce (I like Alfredo sauce more than red sauceā¦as I mentioned here) and spaghettiā¦
I better NOT walk away from His ROARING inferno fire. Better feast on what Heās been bringing to me - knowing that itās whatās daily setting me more free.
Yep I gotta say it - before it happens. Crazy that weāre FINALLY here but itās
āJust Days Before Overflowā - by Dallin Candland - 10/10/25 & 10/11/25
It's just days before overflow I don't need to stress about it for I know - I know Been preparing for this for years God is surely aware of all my tears He's been hearing all my prayers He's well aware of all my cares For some things it simply just wasn't time Preparation with Him always make things more sublime Wouldn't say this if I didn't mean it I've had a lot to work on - My brain - God is still thoroughly cleaning it If it is getting in the way of my mission on Earth... Sorry, but it has to go I am just days before overflow Been preparing for a new start God's been doing wonders in my heart He always will make a way - But that includes something on my part... Even if that means looking To ALL the broken parts of my story And saying, "I hear you. It's okay." New brilliant blessings Heaven will very soon bring I don't have to worry about a single thing But yeah...
I Better Get Ready to Sing
Recent dreams, scriptures, and thoughts are all saying the same thing - A better tune Dallin Soon will be SO glad To joyfully sing! (SING IT, DALLIN!) š¤ Getting tested for real - for real Sometimes it feels like more than I can feel Than I remember I donāt need to hop off of the plank And the scent of sin is ALL KINDS OF RANK (STINKY!) Iām talking smellier than skunk 𦨠- Iām talking junkier than junk šļø Itās more than acid on your clothesš And manure in between your toesš© I cannot lie - for you and I will see - Iām writing this down And I know I wonāt forever live in this same town There are still some lessons here that I need to learn And fears of the past I need to discard and burn Open up the doors for a brand new mode šŖ Rejoice and rejoice and let the world hear my voiceš¤ Not dimming my peace through a foolish choice šŖ« Never again letting my priceless joy be slowed forš¢
Jesus Has Already Carried My Load
Jesus has already carried my load Gotta boot up my last game save - Give Him a controller And enjoy the time just walking down the road None of this is a mystery to Him I've already got quite a history with Him But the best things we will ever do together Will be after this storm - in sunnier weather When I've fallen HARD and FLAT on my face He's always picked me back up - with attention and grace Brought words to me that my brain will forever remember and repeat - Spoken by His angels on Earth - souls already wrapped in His heat Perfection is NOT what He is asking of me - Just to vibe in ALL the parts of me He's set forever free NEVER to crack the door open again for the devil No need to backtrack to an earlier, perhaps very painful level (NOOOO!!!!!!) Getting prepared to discover new power-ups galore In adventuring with Jesus - there is always more in store Always.

Gotta Embrace the Adventure
Got my backpack on my back š Staying with Him - the hype trainās already on the track š Gotta enjoy the journey on the way to the destination š„³ Seek to follow through on the Holy Ghostās every merciful invitation šš» Just gotta embrace the adventure Just gotta embrace the adventure Jesus knows the map, the people, and what Iāll see He could tell me EVERYTHING about who Iāll grow up to be (every single thing) But for now Iām glad to just be Player 2 And jump over pits and torch Piranha Plants - As He helps me find the way through As I walked back home from work yesterday These words started flowing to my mind - Itās part of an eternal long-game play If I can be confident in who I was meant to be I surely will find plenty of joy and be truly free (John 8:32) Jesus carried my world on His back So when I am breaking - He can cut me PLENTY of slack He knows what is coming long before I do If I hold His hand the whole way Iāll be led gradually through Far from a failure - Learning to become a better mind-sailor Tons of precious gems yet still to discover Glad Iām meant to soar, not just hover Hovering gets kinda old Iād rather be reaching new heights - daring and bold Along the way God is surely sending His thought-food mail Iām grateful that when I really am hurting and feel Iām falling apart No weapon that is formed against me could ever prevail God is in control and in such circumstances
He Always Sends a Mercy Whale
Way back in the year of 2022 Felt I was failing at life - didn't know what to do Graduated from college with great marks But my soul within felt very low on sparks Lost the job I thought was locked in at graduation It was tougher to vibe while on the family vacation Moved into my uncle and aunt's spare bedroom I felt I was beyond broken - but a seed was planted - And in time I would truly BLOOM Being a For Strength of Youth counselor in Alaska was BEYOND a glorious vibe - Filled with peace and joy BEYOND the power of the tongue or pen to describe It was there I truly learned that God's comforts NEVER fail - That when a soul is sinking and sinking in sadness and overthinking He ALWAYS sends some kind of mercy whale But still, I wasn't all the way healed Nay, this sacred process cannot be rushed Although a part of me was now feeling better about it all Still the larger part of my fighting spirit felt CRUSHED On July 1, 2022 I felt like the absolute worst Walked in circles most of the day - Felt my heart would burst Then the very next day a painful price I had to pay For my negligence of not being better behind the e-bike wheel I was reminded how deep a pain a human being can feel It was painful for sure Lots ahead to still endure Jesus was with me in it though I have no room for doubt No worries about the past times and moments I didn't feel free I learned from deep and personal experience anew that
He Always Had His Eye on Me
A quick little ride A simple invitation Hadnāt ever rode an e-bike before And part of me didnāt think God cared about me anymore It was reckless, I admit My spirit was feeling broken and hurt - not fit The parking lot was far too small It seemed I was almost destined to fall Just had finished rafting down the river Soon I'd see an arrow of His tender love - ready in His quiver Flip-flops was the only protection I had for my feet Grateful that my pain Jesus is always glad to treat Slowed down too much on a turn Lost control of the bike (it was heavy) I stopped All was well All was calm It could have ended right there. Wasn't thinking Wasn't thinking Wasn't thinking Reached over and turned the ignition back on My left foot was still on the ground It was STILL on the ground The bike did several 360's in a few seconds All the time my foot was on the ground Getting THRASHED Ouch OucH OUCHHHHHH!!! I remember how much it hurt - It hurt a lot It did I went deeper into this experience in my first book And if you'd like another look...
It really was painful Thank goodness that
The Angels Were Ready to Assist
Off near the lake there was a family just hanging Not a mistake, NO! They had a band-aid ready to go They heard my pain and they came running THEY CAME RUNNING They administered to my immediate wound as the Savior would Helping lift my spirits certainly far more than I then could I had to get a picture of the moment though (of course!) So I stood next to the e-bike and got a picture because yeah Iām like that. š¤£
I Showed Up, and ALL was Swell
A few days later it was back to FSY Certainly God was aware of all the healing tears I still had to cry The most important thing then was being there for the youth And to be a living witness of our Savior's loving grace and truth So I boldly stepped back into the ring And He took care of everything Literally for a short time I was in a wheelchair God always has PLENTY of mercies to spare Youth pushed me around the camp when needed I always had a place where I could be seated A girl I'd just met helped me fill up my dinner plate - Infinite reassurances it was FAR from too late No one could ever take my place No one could ever take my place This message was made clear to me - Through the many tender mercies sent by His grace

I just had to let the good times roll Just had to let His love reach ALL the parts of my soul Just had to follow the promptings I had while on my crutches And I'd be FAR AWAY from Satan's clutches (SO BLISSFULLY FAR AWAY) Though my heart then still surely needed urgent repair And my foot was really beat up and needed consistent care The Lord still was making moves for me - In His hands I am a lethally-sharp, ready, & important tool Grateful that I made it this far Gonna stay FOREVER in the Lord's mercy seat Not settling for a simple stool If you're curious why I'm doing all this One of the clearest reasons is
For the Young Boy in the Pool
This one's for the young boy in the pool Who was hanging and vibing in all kinds of cool A wonderful parent of mine captured the scene - Preparation for living out my fondest dream Wouldn't really think that'd be the case from just a snapshot But the truth is I like this picture a LOT

Float on, inner child New mercies flowing for you soon, it's going to get WILD No doubt that in doing what I did right here My life feels more peaceful, and the fear-fog begins to clear Adventure rushes through my veins No doubt ahead of me are many healing rains I donāt need to go and find an Indian tribe I can just hang and cultivate my vibe My parents had their eyes on me And God's got His eyes on me too Limitations go extinct from trusting His point of view The mountain waves will soon come My old view - consumed by something gloriously new That smile is REAL Let's see how much joy Dallin can still FEEL But yeah this will still take some time and
It is What it is
It is what it is I'm able to pop into a conversation and bring some serious fizz If someone isn't into that though I can always head out - So many others I can talk to - My path God can always reroute He knows who's about to fall before they've fallen He knows who's with Him all the time, and who's stopped callin' He knows who is about to give into despair - He knows I am well equipped to show love and care My eyes ain't seen the best of what they'll see My future children will see a father who is joyful and free Being who God needs you to be is the farthest thing from a crime This'll all pick up in a marvelous way - just have to give it more time Another job would be great Gotta make sure I'm not acting like bait Satan has his line in the water all day I just gotta vibe and trust Father's long-game play

I Fall to My Knees
When I just can't sleep And I'd really like to curl up in a ball and weep I can fall to my knees And give FULL voice to my soul's pleas Praying for the overflow Praying to not get in the way Praying to talk to every soul He needs me to Praying for a better day Praying to feel more love for strangers Praying for more discernment with dangers Praying to see others as they ought to be seen Praying that my mind can remain ALL His - and SQUEAKY clean Praying that I can truly let go Praying that I can flow with His flow Praying to embrace what is promised like it's already here Praying to cherish everything I don't understand - As it slowly becomes WAYYYYY clear I anticipate I'll be doing a LOT of that And probably opening up many a post-midnight chat Hanging out with God - talking it ALL out Trying to help this new story BLOOM - That was once just a sprout. š±
Thanks for reading!
The best is ahead.š„³
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Keep enjoying and counting the little blessings.
Blessings shine brighter when you count them. š