-blast. A suffix meaning an immature precursor cell of the type indicated by the preceding word. [G. blastos, germ]. immature precursor cell type; the cell type is denoted by the preceding syllables, e.g. osteoblast.
(plural defining moments) A moment in time that defines something, such as a person's success or failure, achievement or demise, talent, etc. A point at which the essential nature or character of a person, group, etc., is revealed or identified.
An Awakening is sometimes a single event that miraculously changes ones life in an instant. It is the Moment that is easily recalled with clarity throughout ones life. That Moment becomes a deep well of strength, courage, and faith that is used repeated during life's many challenges and grows with time.