9/30/10 Looking for the Right Credit Card?

I went to M&I to see their credit card and what it would have to offer me--air points wise. Dan was nice BUT the card offered about $150.00. Not good enough. Even though I wasted time going to the bank--I took time to talk with Dan and we had a nice conversation. I think he knew that he shouldn't have dragged me down to see this bad card that had nothing to do with travel. So it was a good deed to look beyond the obvious.

9/29/10 Dr K, Boston Chicken, Mkate and I @ Costco

Talked to Judy B. It's always nice to talk to her. No Gd but a sweet relationship.

At Dr K's , I felt stronger. Not so much a victim of a food allergy. Dr K 's doing NAET with me and that process gets rid of allergies. So I'm doing a GD for myself, and that's important too.

Today is Luke's B day. I've been working hard every day to bring food and snacks into his life that doesn't irritate his allergies. He won't be able to start NAET until next semester. He opened his gifts tonight and loved them. Also the card which was extra sweet and true--I do love to spend time with him.

MKate and I have fun at Costco. We had little tastes of yummy fudge. (Costco gives samples)

When I got tired, the universe did a GD for me; there was a massage chair. I sat down and got a wonderful massage.

9/28/10 Dr Logan, Shopping, Hatha Yoga

Last night I did a good deed. It was late. I was tired and still had chores to do. But I knew that

I hadn't parked correctly. I was too close to the back wall. Luke would have trouble in the a.m. trying to get past the car with his violin and etc. So, even though I was tired, I got my keys and moved the car.

After Dr Logan, I spent a long time--you guessed it--wandering through yet another market -- looking for more gluten, dairy and egg free food for Luke.

Then I went to the library. And then home. After a short rest, I started Luke's dinner. I wanted him to have a good meal, so he'd have energy for his rehearsal. I was tired. My ankle hurt but I cooked a great meal. He was fed with more than food. There was love in that meal.

9/27/10 Cancel Class, Conversation ride with Luke

Luke was stressed with one of his long, hard weeks coming up. And MKate had a dental appointment etc, etc. I decided to cancel meditation class. Everyone relaxed and was able to do what they had to do, and I got to do some of my chores as well. When you think of others first, it's the best kind of GD.

I have made a decision. It's not really good for MKate to spend her day off--Sunday--at NM--all because I am scared of that tall, thin guy. So, I prayed for strength. And now, I know that I can confront him. I won't be afraid. God will be with me--so no worries. End of problem.

9/26/10 NM, Dinner

Hummmm. Well, Sunday is Nature's Market day. Several people came in with deep suspicion about nutrients for health. Two who don't even take a multi vit. I was able to help them to open their minds to the possibility that they might be helped by good nutritional support.

One man has high blood pressure. If he runs, he can control it; if he doesn't run, not so much.

As he ages, his joints are yelling at him. Stop running and ruining us! So, I showed him some nutrients that help with joint health. He's going to try them. Mostly he was happy for hope and support.

Where my GD's have not kicked in: tall and skinny--out thief and ikky person. He came back today. When he sees MKate he buys a small bag of dates and runs for the hills. I didn't think he'd be back and he didn't think that MKate would be back. For some time it's been Matt and I on Sunday and nobody else.

This person give me the creeps. I'm not sure why? And I'm not sure what to do. I'll get back to this subject when I see if my GD policy applies here.

9/25/10 Mitch's Bar Mitzva and party

Today we got up early for Mitch's Bar Mitzva. Ron (his dad) knows that I don't like to get started early. He said that we didn't have to go to the early morning religious ceremony, but . . . I wanted to honor Mitch. So I got up and got started. When Emme and Bobby came for us, I was ready.

I know that we were only a little addition to Mitch's big day, but on the spiritual level it was a big deal. Also Ron is a single dad and our presence meant a lot to him. We're going to talk about it for some time to come.

AND I met Claudia at the service. The only reason that she and Irwin went to the evening affair was to spend some time with us. Their company meant a lot to Ron. This goes to prove that when you do a good deed--it's going to magnify in the world.

9/24/10 NM

Okay. A long time customer came in to NM. She's a good person, who works with mentally handicapped people. One of them kicked her in the butt and damaged her tail bone. Ugg. Now the MD's want to cut it out of her body. What???

I told her about Braco and she looked like she'd gotten the answer to her prayers. Maybe, hopefully she has. So that was my GD for today.

I really want people to be healthy and happy.

9/23/10 B Town

Before I go to B Town I prepare, so I can delight the kids. To make their little souls sing and know they are loved.

I shop Target for little things that they would want: Pokeman cards for Xavier, and baby Zum Zum pet for Violet--complete with baby bottle and a few other little items. I also fill snack bags with small amounts of treat items--a few jelly beans, a few M&M's , and today a small cereal bar.

The kids are ecstatic as though I brought them heaven in a bag (gramma's bag that is). I know that with every visit I'm telling these kids that they are loved. And they will remember. I know that I will never forget my grandpa's gifts to me--yes they were small gifts but they told me that papa loved me. Knowing that was important to me. As an growing up woman, and a human who had a mix of good and bad in my life, papa's love sustained me.

9/22/10 After the big fight

Last night, Luke and I had a big fight. I yelled. He yelled. I stomped around. He stomped around. I was sooo mad and so on . .. .

But I did my evening chores with a lot of love. I made good food for Luke's new gluten and dairy free diet. I set out the coffee canisters and all that he needs to start his morning right. This helps him with time management and inspires him to honor time--so he doesn't have to rush and be scattered.

That was a GD. That was the kind of gd that makes you go beyond petty emotion, to stand with the angels instead of . . . . I was proud of that gd.

9/21/10 Dr Hanson, Chores, Hatha Yoga

Dr H's substitute receptionist and assistant is an older, English woman who is . . . a little , well, strange. I know that he doesn't like her because he doesn't treat her well. I decided to welcome her into my world, to listen with respect to everything she said. It turns out that she's an interesting person.

She has a twin brother who still lives in England. Last year I saw a t.v. show about twins and found it fascinating. She told me that she bought a car and told her bro about it. He bought a car on the same day.

9/20/10 Meditation Class, Allergies, The Great Shopping

I wasn't centered this morning. Luke was late as it's been for the past few weeks. He drove too fast to make up time. Anyway, I wasn't centered. Then I had a thought process: this class isn't from me, but it is for me. I need to let Bapuji come through for all of us. I think that happened.

It took strength and it was my GD.

Then, Luke and I went to Dr H for the results of our allergy tests. The news will change our lives, anyway in the eating department. We're both allergic to milk and milk products. Luke is allergic to gluten, eggs and so on. I felt stunned.

But, I also felt that God answered my prayers. If we can stay away from the foods that are harming us, we'll both feel better. I'm the wife and I'm responsible. I went shopping and planning for Luke's meals. I want him to have enough to eat and not to be harmed by foods. So . . . that was a gd.

9/19/10 NM , Emme and Bobby

Went to N.M. early. MKate had to be there as well. She was going to defend the store against our tall, skinny thief. I didn't want her to be alone. So . . . . . that was my first GD. Luckily he knows not to come anymore. (hopefully, it's bye bye skinny guy.)

This was a busy day. I connected with many customers. One woman is just a little over 40 and so exhausted and worn looking. I offered a new way to look at nutrition and skin care. I think she got it that it's time to care for herself, so she can keep on being there for her kids (she's a single mom with a dead beat ex.) When she left, she had a new smile.

We met Emme and Bobby for dinner. We took them out to thank them for their kindness in taking us to the airport and bringing us home again. (California trip)

We had a lovely , relaxed dinner, eating food that we all love.

9/18/10 Movie Night

I was telling Mary Kate that Luke and I have been going to the movies since we were teenagers. Every chance we get. We used to give up dinner to have the $$$$ for more movies.

Let's see ? Well my GD today has to be that I won't write anymore, just watch the Braco video with Luke. He's tired and he needs to see it.

9/17/10 Garden, NM

Debbie came by to start working on our garden. It's a beautiful day and I sit out for awhile.

The kittens liked Debbie. Sometimes they're not so friendly. She told me that she just got twin cats with the same coloring as her old cats (they died of old age.)

I did the banking for NM, then went to work. I helped a few people. So maybe you can say that I did a few small good deeds. When you pay special attention to someone, and it makes them feel happy--it's a good feeling. I did help an older gentleman who had leg cramps like Luke did and some of the other side effects as well. I was able to show him a number of items that Luke uses and he felt the special care. He came in with a long face and left smiling.

Then I called my little sis. I'm trying to support her through some busy, busy times. Also I'm praying hard that she realizes her goals for this year--starting with the rental of her down stairs apartment.

When Luke came home a little late, I let it go. Why get into negativity. Why stress Luke. and darken our night. Another GD.

9/16/10 Oh No. DIdn't go to B Town and why ?????

I was organized this morning. I had everything packed and ready for our trip to B Town. And then, the fateful call. Luke had an accident. Thank you God ! No one was hurt. I got on my shoes and drove right over to the Shell Station where Luke and the other driver were waiting for the police.

I don't think that I did a good deed today. Oh my. A lot of people did GD's for me and for Luke. MaryKate came to the scene to cheer me up and just to be supportive. Jen was very caring and called several times. Xavier--the sweet kid--called to make sure his papa was fine. It touched both of us.

I spent the afternoon taking Luke to get his car repaired and to pick up his rental. He asked me to make a lot of annoying and needless calls. I just quietly did the calls. Just because I felt like he'd been through enough and needed to be talked to and treated quietly. Oh. Maybe that was my GD.

Also, I was so very grateful to God. I found a perfect yellow rose (maybe the last one) in my garden and cut that for God's alter, and then added a pink and white one that smelled yum.

Then I prayed and prayed in utter thanks for the good ending that we were blessed with.

I am keeping myself still and in prayer.

9/14/10 , 9/15/10 Hatha Yoga, Meeting Mousa

9/14/10

Tuesday. I was still a little down. I'm not sure why this mind set is lasting. It's hard to do a pure GD when I'm in a bad state.

I got to Eunice's on time. That's respectful. Eunice is my amazing hair dresser and Mary Kate's little sister. She gives so much of her time and talent to each client. I like to give back. When there is negative conversation going on around us , I turn our little area into a positive place by bringing up uplifting topics of conversation. Then happy energy flows to everyone.

When my hair was finished, I went to Trader Joe's. Luke eats an egg every morning. I got him needed eggs and berries for a healthy lunch.

9/15/10

After my appointment with my computer teacher, I called the Chef, Mousa, who will be Luke and my anniversary gift for Em and Bobby's anniversary celebration. We arranged to meet at

"Three Sisters"--the restaurant where he is head chef.

I was surprised to see that he looks about 15. So sweet. And very well educated. He graduated from one of the top Chef schools in Chicago, and has had a lot of experience as head chef in a variety of restaurants around Indy.

Then I went to Target to return a shirt that didn't work for me. I got little toys for Violet and for Xavier. They'll smile and be so happy.

The guy who returned my shirt was clearly arab. I asked him for a sacred word from his religion to include in the song I'm working on. He smiled such a sweet and happy smile. Like sunshine.

9/13/10 Meditation Class

Meditation class was deep and peaceful. I've been tired, so I just opened my heart and let the meditation energy flow. I count that as my GD for the day. (a present to myself as well) The reading was about the need to be neutral. To find the place of deep peace inside yourself . To find a place that is so deep and peaceful that when things don't happen as we'd like them to, we are still content.

The past two days I've been very crabby. I don't know why. As I study about what's needed to progress spiritually, maybe my shadows are coming up to be dispelled. Hopefully. Good bye shadows. Please leave and don't come back.

Due to crabbiness I haven't done any other GD's today.

But I did however deepen my gratitude for what God has done for me--even though I'm not worthy.

9/12/10 NM Dinner with Emme and Bobby

Nature's Market is a natural forum for GD's. You have a chance to listen to people and help them. Sometimes they let you and sometimes they don't.

I got angry twice. Once, when a customer who has tried to harm NM, came in for more trouble. I had to help him. It doesn't help that he smells, and like in the animal kingdom we have bad blood. I also got mad at this very ostentatiously wealthy couple who came in to try and squeeze an undeserved discount from NM. Sooo ugly. Dripping in diamonds and wanting to save an extra $8.00 and they don't mind lying to do it. Ugggg.

That said, I guess it wasn't a good day for me in the GD department.

I did try. I feel bad when someone is struggling. But . . . not everyone wants help.

I came home and saw my kitten, Greyling. I felt better.

Emme and Bobby did a great good deed to us. They cooked for the best dinner. We sat with the kids and their kids and just talked peacefully.

Well, I do wash the dishes and help to clean the kitchen. Maybe that's today's only GD.

9/11/10 Movie Night

Usually MKate goes to movie night with Luke and I. Today, she didn't feel well. She sounded really tired. Another time, I might have tried to talk her into going anyhow. My GD was not to.

Then on the way to the movie, Luke said something that made me mad. It was so . . . . annoying. I didn't say anything. I said to myself, "What's the dif. It's only words." We moved into another conversational area and had a great evening. So . . . it was a GD to Luke and to myself.

9/19/10 NM, Greyling and me

Nature's Market. It was a slow day. I spent some time with an older lady. She's 80 something, and starting to wrinkle. I don't blame her--she wants to "look 16." So I showed her a few things that add collagen to inside. This will help her joints, hair, and general health as well as giving her a chance to improve her skin. She doesn't have enough $$$ to get everything she needs but she was able to get the Dr's Best collagen product. Also, she shared with me and I think it made her feel special. So that was my GD for today.

We have two indoor/outdoor cats. What often happens is they eat in their dining room and then they want out again. We play a little and have fun, but not for long. Tonight, I had just come home for work. I fed her and she enjoyed her food. Then she went out, but I went out too with a book. We sat on the porch together. She's not a touchy cat. She likes you to pat her and scratch behind her ears--on her terms. She jumped on my lap and I patted her. Then she sat on the table that was right next to me. She had a nap and I read my book. We shared the time in a sweet way.

I spent loving time with Greyling and she got me outside to enjoy nature.

9/9/10 B town / littles and R and R's anniversary dinner

I gave up my prayers this a.m. to talk with someone who needed to talk to me. I don't do this often but it's a beautiful offering when I do.

I listened. I didn't give much advice, but was supportive. I listened. I expressed my compassion. It was great to start my day with a GD. It made my breakfast taste better.

We went to B town. I had a bag full of little surprises for the kids. It's my way to delight them. When I was little and lived with my gamma and papa, he always came home from work with a little gift for me in his pocket--a little pack of gum was the height. It came in a tiny cardboard box and there were two little gums inside. That's how he told me that he loved me. So that's how I tell the littles that I love them.

9/8/10 Dr K, Chores, and NM

On the way to Dr K's office, I called two friends who really needed to know about the healer,

Braco. I left a message with one and talked to the other in person.

At Target I got treats for the grandkids for our trip to B Town tomorrow. A lot of walking.

Also, I remembered to call Luke and ask what he might need at Target and he did need something.

And then, MaryKate asked me to stay at NM to attend a seminar. I didn't want to do it, but I did. Actually, I'm glad because I learned so much.

9/7/10 The Cat does GD to me

I had a lesson with the Bionic Cat (my computer teacher). He is super sweet as well as highly talented. He worked hard and found my lost footage of Johan which was accidentally deleted, as well as other technical matters.

At the end of the lesson, I asked him to play Pet Society with me. A few years ago, he created a cute pet. He doesn't like to play Pet Society, but he lets me play with his creation. After working hard today, he spent time playing with my pet. It made me happy. So that was his GD .

Later, I made a lovely dinner for Luke. And I taught my Hatha Yoga class with love and focus. My GD.

9/6/10 Labor Day--Luke and I share a GD

Our daughter, Emme , had to work today. She's trying to catch up with her new job. Luke and I did fun chores. Then we came home to rest. I got ready to prepare dinner when I realized--Emme will come home late to no dinner.

So I shared some of our yummy rice and my new veggie dish. Em is a veggie, so I made her ravioli as main dish. Luke usually likes to eat at 7:30 so he can watch Jeopardy. He doesn't like to eat late. He came with me to deliver Em's dinner.

We came home feeling good.

My spiritual reading today was: If you want to be enlightened, then let things flow. When you put your two cents in--you'll usually gum up the works.

9/5/10 NM sale day

Today was the 20% off sale at Nature's Market. I came in early so I could be there to help. (mornings are not easy for me) That was my first GD.

A ton of people came into the store. Fun. I love to help people improve their health. I have been feeling better physically. So, I could send more time with individual customers. I helped several customers that I've helped before, and that was a good feeling too. They felt better and were excited to come in and expand on their vit programs.

Patrick is a customer that also cleans my carpets. He's very holistic: eating, exercise and etc. We talked about the value of doing good deeds and honoring the gifts of the divine by sharing. A conversation that uplifted both of us.

9/4/10 Movie night , talking to Nana

After movie night, we had a message from Nana on the phone. I called back. Luke wanted to take a hot bath. Actually, he never wants to talk to Nana, so I call her.

She was happy to hear from me. I tell her positive stories that bring a little hope into her life.

I tell her the stories as many times as she wants to hear them. When she's tired, she hangs up.

Nana has some things other older people don't have--she gets to live in her own home, she can see to read and watch t.v., and she can get around a little. But she's lonely so it spoils everything and that's what she wants to talk about.

I used to judge her because my mom died with almost no vision and almost no hearing. But . . .

I understand that this is her experience and that she has no one to care about her and no one really loves her. My GD is that I called Nana and that I've stopped judging her. Also, that I tell her happy, hopeful things that make her life more shiny and bright.

9/3/10 NM Barbie Comes Home

Here is a GD from God almighty to our family.

My sister has been unhappy in love, right from the start. All these years and she hasn't found a true love. For the past year and 1/2 , she's been writing to an African gentleman who is younger than she is. (a lot) He speaks French. He has a young daughter. He wasn't able to come to America because he couldn't get a visa. She had to go to Cameroon to visit him for the first time.

My sister tends to ask other people for their advice. The one's she asked and many she didn't ask, scared the S out of her. She was terrified the day she had to pack and travel. I did my GD by standing up for her to go and explore this relationship and to see an amazing country like Africa.

The moment she met Augustine, she knew he was the one. And his little daughter--soon to be her little daughter as well--was precious. Barbie called me to say that she had arrived safely, and that all was well. Africa was beautiful and the family was right. She had ten days in Africa.

She just called me with a glow in her voice. God blessed her with a family. There's work ahead but she's got a family. Finally. Thank you God.

9/2/10 B Town

Luke is sick. He is blowing his nose until it's red and coughing. He does a GD by going to B town anyway. It's Rain and Ryan's anniversary and they're only plans were to have dinner with us. (They know that he's sick and their theory is that the little kids are exposed to everything anyway.)

We were going to take the family to dinner, but I know Luke shouldn't stay for dinner. I applaud his taking the long ride to B town to honor Rain and Ryan on their 10th anniversary. What a loving and joyful couple. But he should'nt make himself sicker. We'll take them to dinner next week when we can all enjoy it.

Did I do a good deed? I don't know. Maybe. I was extra nice to Luke. I was extra nice to Xavier--who has a sprained ankle, and Rain --who hurt her foot. Also I drove most of the way to B town and all the way home. Usually Luke drives there and I drive home. Well actually, it wasn't a GD , it was self preservation. Sleeping people can't drive safely, and Luke slept most of the way there.

9/1/10 Dr K and stuff

Someone did a good deed for me. Every Wed I get Boston Chicken. I usually have a coupon for

$2.00, but today I didn't. The guy who takes orders is sweet. Luke and I really like him. He gave me one of the few coupons that he had to give out. He smiled and said that he was happy to give the $2.00 to me. I know that $2.00 isn't the biggest thing in the world, but it was the spirit that made me smile.

Another person to help me was Mary Kate. I shopped at NM and MKate helped me bring it to my car.

I took time at the Chiropractor's and asked about X's sprained ankle.

I let Kay know that I'm praying for her daughter-in-law and new very premie grandson. Also, she was afraid that I wouldn't want to see little Charlie's photo, but I did--so I could pray with his image in mind.

8/31/10 GD at Target

I was shopping at Target (fav store) and had stopped to look at the sale rack.

I heard a child that I thought might be Xavier's age. He was talking about super hero's in the same way that X does. I smiled and asked him mom if he was 8. Sadly she said, no he's 10 but he has a hormonal issue and can't grow.

I talked to the boy about many things. I prayed and offered this child to God for protection (silently of course.) The boy felt happier after our conversation. Then I mentioned the healer, Braco, to the mom. I said that Braco had been part of the healing of many children, otherwise thought of as hopeless. She was grateful.

Maybe she will look him up on line. Maybe not. But blessings were in the air. Her heart center opened and she glowed. She kept thanking me and saying complimentary words. I knew she could feel the blessings . . . .

I taught my Hatha Class. During meditation, I thought of my first Darshan with Baba Muktananda and again the room filled with grace. One of my students had her first mystic experience.