There and Back Again: Stories of the Other Side

At twenty eight years old, Raymond Martinez was overwhelmed by illness, divorce, custody battles, and a new diagnosis of type one diabetes he did not yet fully understand. When his blood sugar spiraled out of control, Raymond entered diabetic ketoacidosis and his body began shutting down. He does not remember arriving at the hospital or being taken to the ICU. What he remembers is waking up somewhere else entirely.Raymond describes walking through a hospital hallway, seeing his own body through a glass window, and realizing with certainty that he had died. Surrounded by indescribable peace, vibrant colors, and the unmistakable presence of God, he was shown both darkness and light. He witnessed a garden filled with living trees, animals, water, and golden gates, where everything radiated life and meaning. In that place, he saw two small girls holding hands who he later understood were his daughters.Then came the moment of choice. Raymond heard God’s voice clearly and was told that one direction meant never returning, while the other meant life, help, and purpose. With faith no larger than a mustard seed, Raymond chose the path that brought him back.In this deeply moving first part of Raymond’s story, he shares how dying removed his fear, strengthened his faith, and reshaped how he understands God, suffering, and the purpose of life. His message is simple and powerful. You are chosen. You are loved. And it is never too late to turn toward the light.Do you have a Near Death Experience you would like to share? If so, the world was meant to hear it. Contact Amy Rose at ThereAndBackAgainNDE@gmail.com or by calling 605-343-6161.

From childhood through adulthood, Betty Ragsdale has experienced near death moments, visions, and messages that shaped the way she understands life, loss, and what comes next. In this deeply personal episode, Betty shares stories that span decades, including out of body experiences as a child, traveling through the tunnel of light, encounters with angels, and moments when she was told she had to return because her work was not finished.She also opens up about the profound grief of losing her daughter and grandson, and how those losses intersected with spiritual experiences that brought comfort rather than fear. Betty believes death is not an ending, but a transition, and that listening to the quiet inner voice can change how we walk through this life.This episode is about reassurance, purpose, and the belief that even in our darkest moments, we are never truly alone.

Sharon Sananda Kumara has crossed the veil twice, once as a child and once as an adult, and both experiences reshaped her understanding of life, death, and consciousness. After a traumatic accident in 2001, Sharon left her body and encountered her stepfather, her ancestors, and a radiant light that revealed the true nature of love and awareness.In this episode of There and Back Again – Stories of the Other Side, Sharon shares her extraordinary journey, including her encounter with Christ, her soul level remembering, and her travels beyond Earth into other realms of existence. She also opens up about a childhood near-death experience that occurred during severe trauma, where she entered a space of complete peace, protection, and support.Sharon’s story is expansive, emotional, and deeply spiritual. It touches on healing, soul memory, multidimensional awareness, and the reminder that love is the foundation of everything. This episode invites listeners to consider that death is not an ending, but a return home.Do you have a Near Death Experience you would like to share? If so, the world was meant to hear it. Contact Amy Rose at ThereAndBackAgainNDE@gmail.com or by calling 605-343-6161.Sharon’s book, Awakened Soul: My Near-Death Journey Home Through Christ’s Infinite Love, is available on Amazon and Google Books.Website for sessions and bookings:https://www.sharonsananda.com/Kumara Academy for classes, events, and teachings:https://www.kumaraacademy.com

At twelve or thirteen years old, she was just walking beside a creek in the woods. But around the bend, she discovered something impossible. A cabin, her grandfather on the porch, and a peace she still struggles to put into words. He had been gone for years. Yet he looked at her, surprised, concerned… and told her she wasn’t supposed to be there. In this gentle and emotional story, she describes the overwhelming beauty of the place she visited, the love she felt hugging her grandfather again, and the moment he sent her back. Later in life, she learned she had sleep apnea, a possible medical reason for why she stopped breathing but she knows what she experienced was real. Her visit with her grandfather brought comfort, hope, and a deep belief that there is something more after this life. Even if the people closest to her never believed her, she holds onto the memory like it happened yesterday because it changed her forever.This is her story.Do you have a Near Death Experience you would like to share? If so, the world was meant to hear it. Contact Amy Rose at ThereAndBackAgainNDE@gmail.com or by calling 605-343-6161.

Stephen Weber was a Harley-riding family man whose world changed twice. Once when he witnessed a tragic crash that haunted him for years, and again when his own motorcycle accident left him fighting for his life. What happened in between those moments became the foundation of his extraordinary near-death experience.In this emotional and powerful episode, Stephen shares what he calls “the place between here and there,” a realm of deep spiritual learning where he experienced life review, soul-level growth, and encounters with loved ones who had passed on. He learned to read the spirit inside every living being, to release regret and shame, and to understand the meaning behind tragic and painful events.But Stephen’s journey didn’t end there. After returning to his body, he faced the heartbreaking loss of his son. A grief that nearly broke him. Through signs, dreams, prayer circles, forgiveness, and spiritual guidance, Stephen found healing, connection, and purpose again.His message is one of hope: Life is good. People are good. And even the deepest pain can lead us toward love, understanding, and peace. Stephen's book: The Place Between Here and There

Ginger West has lived her entire life in pain with autoimmune diseases, cancer, and now a terminal neurodegenerative illness called multiple systems atrophy. When she entered hospice, fear consumed her. She worried about suffering, about death, and about whether she’d been “good enough” in this life.Then everything changed. During a stroke, Ginger says she left her body and experienced an overwhelming love unlike anything on earth. Her pain disappeared. Her fear vanished. And she knew without a doubt that her family and loved ones were waiting for her.In this emotional and deeply comforting episode of There and Back Again – Stories of the Other Side, Ginger shares the message she was sent back to deliver:Death is not the end. You will be welcomed. You will be loved. And you are never alone.Her story is tender, brave, and unforgettable.Do you have a Near Death Experience you would like to share? If so, the world was meant to hear it. Contact Amy Rose at ThereAndBackAgainNDE@gmail.com or by calling 605-343-6161.