The Sand Dollar is often called the “Holy Ghost Shell,” because of its religious symbolism and markings. The outline etched into the top resembles an Easter Lily, the center is the star of Bethlehem, the five oval holes the wounds Christ suffered on the cross. The opposite side resembles the Poinsettia of Christmas. If broken open, the little pieces inside resemble white doves.

With the unveiling of Spring and the Easter Season, the following, beautiful story submitted by Mike Hainsey of Columbus, Mississippi, just seemed heaven sent for April—pronouncing God’s desire to reach beyond the expanse of time and assure us of our eternal connection with loved ones, awakening that part of us yearning for the ultimate Homecoming and Reunion...