10/29/10 Trying to get Cheap tickets, NM

I quess my GD for today was spending a lot of time looking for cheap tickets for our Hawaii trip. It's something that I would have left for Luke. Now, I'm doing it.

I used to really like to check stock in at NM. I don't do that anymore, and I don't make a fuss about it. Instead, I see that I'm needed to work with clients. Now that I feel a bit better, it's easier for me.

I helped a woman in a wheel chair. She's heavy and struggling. I helped her in many ways and felt good. She felt honored when her husband wheeled her out the door.

10/28/2010 Standing up

Today was a wild mix of people coming to work at the house, and chores I needed to get done.

Everything flowed. (for the most part)

Interesting . . . not a GD at all. But interesting. I went to the watch store to get batteries and a new watch band for some of my watches. And there in front of me . . . was the little fat, rich guy who . . . when he was finished with his business . . . . seeing that I was waiting . . . . decided to start a new subject --detailing an investment watch that he wanted to sell for tons of $$$$$. I have been through this same dance with this same man before, maybe more than once--at the same store. He was just throwing show off words around. Taking up time. I was mad. I had to stop myself from wishing him ill. I told myself --no, no Nannette. So . . . maybe that was a GD for his benefit and mine. I did think many, many bad things about this man. He was so throwing himself around. So what was my lesson?

10/26; 10/27 Hatha, Chores

10/26 I agree to teach a Hatha class at Butler. It's for the kids and I know that I put out some ideas that could help them if they will practice--not just in their college experience but in their "real" life as well. For contemplation time, I used that beautiful quote from the gospel of St Matthew. " Seek and ye shall find, Ask and it shall be give to you. " I brought up some of the layers in this rich quote. for the kids to contemplate--" What are you seeking? What will you do when you find it? Will you honor it and make the most of it?

I taught even though I had to go right home and get ready to teach my Hatha class at Mindful Movement.

10/27 This was my extra GD, hard for me to do. I thought that on this extra long day for Luke, that he would be home by 7:30 so he could see Jeapardy?(his fav show) and relax. I thought he said he'd leave the U by 7 so that could happen. He didn't come home in time and I got a call to say he'd be home about 8. In the past I would have been mad and frustrated. Why can't he learn to take care of himself?

BUT instead of giving him grief . . . . what did I do? I stayed cool. What benefit would it be for either of us if I said something sharp . . . or mentioned it at all. He might as well relax in the time he does have. Yay me.

10/25/10 I welcome a guest.

I'm still not back to full energy. My allergies are miserable. It makes me extra tired and a little crabby. STILL . . .

I taught my meditation class. The Shakti was very, very strong. I went down into meditation and experienced Bapuji as though I was in his company. Amazing. I cried and MKate also cried. (She also saw Bapuji. ) I felt that I went to an inner place that I haven't been before.

Then MKate got a call that her son had been in an accident--very close to our experience of Bapuji. Although her son's car was smashed, he came out with bruises and nothing more. I'm truly amazed.

After class, we went to Dr K for our adjustments and for our allergy treatments. It was my GD that I kept on and kept on until Luke went to Dr K --even though it's a busy time for him, he still has to take care of himself.

Then, I went home exhausted. That's when the call came that we were having company. One of Luke's friends was in town. He wanted to come over. Of course I wanted to make him dinner. So I got up and did it. When the door bell rang, I truly welcomed him.

After awhile I felt better and we all had a great time. But . . I had to get over selfishness first.

10/24/10 Sale at NM

Today was sale day at NM. A great time to practice loving others and GD's.

I am walking better and am better able to stand and to give my full attention to helping customers find what they need to improve their health and well being. I just gave my best to everyone.

Sometimes, I don't have patience for someone, but today that didn't happen.

One of my friends is sad about a personal matter. I just pray and try to be there. Also I am praying hard for my little sister and her precious Augustine. I pray that God heals him and that they are very soon together.

Oh yes. Even when a customer is very annoying--one was today--I showed patience and respect.

10/21/10 Chores, Tryin to get things done, NM

Luke needs a lot of help lately. He's struggling with IBS and can't quite get a handle on it. Last night Luke had problems snoring and etc. I slipped a DVD of Braco under his pillow. And you know . . . . he fell asleep quietly. So that worked.

He asked me to pick up some Coffee Mate which he thinks will make his coffee taste good again. My goal is help him go for NAET and get over his dairy allergy. I'm looking forward to buy cream for his coffee --once again. I believe that that will make him happy--well, coffee happy again.

I was driving home from Marsh where I got items for Luke's diet. The traffic was heavy and I let two cars merge in front of me. Little GD's. I believe that it's not so much how big the GD is but the love that flows from your heart because of it.

10/20/10 Dr K, lots of chores

Dr M (physical therapist) did a good deed to me: he wouldn't let me pay, because we were reviewing instead of learning new exercises.

I had an uplifting conversation with Judy B. We talked about the GD's that Bapaji did for us. Judy told me that Bapuji didn't let Marsha come to India to see him. He said that he thinks about his Western friends and misses them. I cried.

At Target, I walked a lot (hard for me) and found that they don't have a bed skirt to match our new bed spread. I found a few small toys for Violet and Xavier. That will bring a smile to their faces. Little GD's.

At NM, I showed off my cats. Soooo cute. And I looked at photos of Sharon's new puppy. He's a pure beagle and very sweet. When you share a very cute pet, you're bringing happiness into the world and when you look at someone else's pet, it's the same sharing of happiness.

10/19/10 Salon 7000. and Hatha Class

It was finally time to do my hair. I looked like a skunk. You know a white stream down my part.

I love the salon. We always have fun.

Today some of the older women ,who come every week , noticed that I'm walking better. I was psyched. I am partial to one older lady, Florence, she's 92 or 93. I know she doesn't always feel well, but I want her to feel better. So I told her about Braco. And I lent her the DVD that Eunice just gave back to me. A part of me wanted to take it home. I overcame selfishness and lent the DVD to FLorence. Maybe I won't get it back, but it's o.k. Hopefully I will. And even more, hopefully, Florence will feel better.

I was very tired. Very. I ate a big chocolate thing. I walked into the yoga room and wow. . . Baba came right away. I just had to sail along. And the class was amazing. Filled with peace and grace. On the way home, I thanked and thanked God for allowing these classes to be a part of my life.

10/18/10 Meditation Class, Conversations with Luke

Meditation class was the best. I really needed to chill and get in touch with my healing energy.

I love to meditate with Cathy, MKate and Luke. The room goes so quiet. It's amazing and then that quiet goes deep down inside. I almost wish I could give this class every day.

Then, Luke and I had one of our conversation rides. We talked about his problem with over working and not being able to say NO. This is harming him personally and me and our relationship as a whole. We argued. It was an old argument but maybe, just maybe Luke is going to think about it.

Even though I was mad at him and frustrated with him, I wanted to help him with his car issues. When his battery was replaced, his radio went out and he couldn't even listen to a CD. Ugg. So boring. I offered to give up my chiropractic visit inorder to take his car to be fixed at Honda (no Starbucks, just a waiting room. And you can't turn off the t.v.) That's a GD.

Then he did a GD by going to the Honda Dealer today and getting his own car fixed. Happy day. He can now listen to the radio and his CD collection.

He didn't want me to give up my health appointment, and I didn't want him to be bored in his car.

Then, even though he was tired, wow . . . Luke was willing to take me to see Jennifer at her new job. We had a time of it, but finally we found the "Mellow Mushroom." Jennifer was happy to see us. We ordered a gluten free , cheese free pizza, and a salad to go. We saw a few of her friends and it was so much fun. We left her a very nice tip. I felt so good to connect with Jennifer that way. Yay!

10/17/10 NM, Bobby's B day party

I still had the flu symptoms but . . . I went to work. We were having the big fall sale and was needed. You can expect a lot of customers on sale days. And there were. So that was a good deed.

An older woman came in. She had just come from her sister's funeral. Yes. She was annoying. But I made a point of welcoming her. She told me that she has a serious illness, and I was able to share Braco with her. Sometimes, people would rather die than do something alternative or out of their comfort zone. This woman was happy and grateful. I really pray that she gets the healing that she's hoping for.

She was tired but had to get back to Chicago where she lives. She's driving alone. I gave her some chocolate to keep her awake. It was just a cheap 35cent piece of chocolate but she acted like I'd given her gold. I thought another GD. Yay.

10/15 & 10/16 Home from Cinci, L's car issues

10/15 I spent time shopping and preparing food that Luke can eat on his gluten, dairy and egg free. It took a lot of work, and preparation. We needed a frig in our hotel room. Everything came together and he was well fed.

At night, I had symptoms of flu, but I knew that Luke would be upset if I didn't go to the operetta: The Mikado. The tickets were expensive but even worse--he was so tired that he needed me at his side. I got through it and really enjoyed the performance.

10/16 Today I woke up with flu. Icck. It's scary for me because of what I went through last year.

Luke's car wouldn't start. We had a fight. He came home from work just as AAA came to haul the car to Firestone. Luke was exhausted but insisted on driving his car to Firestone. I was --well exasperated. But you know, I was able to put the angry feelings aside-- bring him lunch, pick him up from Firestone and get some of our chores done. We had fun and you know that's the benefit of good deeds--life is sweeter.

10/14/10 Talk to Judy B, Lesson with B Cat

My friend Amy would very much like to get pregnant. I think that Braco might be able to help her. I told her about the streaming and she was excited to try it. I pray that it works for her. She's such a good mom and such a nice person.

10/11 &10/12 Meditation / Paula's Class /Dr L/ Hatha

10/11 I wasn't sure I wanted to do Paula's class. Luke was in the midst of one of his monster weeks and I felt like he didn't need the extra night out. But he was willing and I thought of the kids (Paula's students) and how I love to work with them. Kids are so innocent even the older teens. For me the classes are always touched with magic.

This class was in her home. I walked in and there were . . . . adults. Yikes. During her sabbatical Paula was teaching friends. I wasn't prepared. Yes. It's a different preparation. I righted myself and let myself feel the group. Shortly the energy flowed. I felt like people benefited.

10/12

Dr L has been a little sad. One of his very best friends passed on last year. At the end of my appointment, I shared a very personal story with him. It was about my mom's passing. You know, no one else knows this part of my and mom's journey. I felt good sharing. I know he felt better. I saw him smile.

10/10/10 NM , Dinner with Bobby and Em, The Call

I went to work early because I was concerned that MKate would be alone. I was excited to see Matt there. He opened to give MKate a chance to have breakfast with the family. GD's all around.

One of my clients is going through the slow death of her mom. The awful changes that make your heart ache and tears fall. Been there, done that. I tried to support her with nutrition and with emotional support. She revealed her secret pain, and I was able to comfort her through grace alone. Maybe I'll call it God's GD in the form of grace.

10/9/10 Toes, Marsh , MOVIE NIGHT!

I finally got my toes done. When I put it off, it's messy. Because I'm teaching in bare feet, yukkk, when my toes are . . . well, chipped and disrespectful to my students.

I honored Luke by going to Marsh and getting him the dry coffee creamer that he likes--well since he can't have cream right now.

I got a fab call from Janet. She's my friend from California. While I was in Bear Valley, I took the time to show Janet the video of Braco. She has some life challenges and I hoped that . . . . well miracles would happen for her and for her family. She was with Braco today and tonight. She called me. I wasn't able to pick up, but I could hear the ecstatic sound in her voice. She kept saying you're going to LOVE meeting Braco. You're going to love it. I did a good deed and she returned the favor by calling me right away with the shine in her voice.

10/8/10 Cars get fixed, NM

Here's a good deed that MKate did for me. I knew I had to pick up my car from Firestone. I had asked MKate if she could drive me to Firestone, but . . . I didn't want her to feel pressed. So, I didn't call her this morning. She called me, and she drove me. That's a bestie.

Ok. Did I do a good deed today? I called my sister to check on Augustine's health. I prayed and prayed for him.

I met a woman at NM who's 40 year old daughter was having the same problems that killed Luke's dad. I felt so bad for her. I shared Braco.

Oh yes. I was very sad to read Jeannie's e-mail. Bob is very, very ill. So sad. I detailed info about Braco and Bob is interested. I pray that they will follow up. I did my part.

10/7/10 B Town and the grandkids

Every thursday, I wake up prepared to delight two little kids. Today, Violet told me that she loves the things that I bring to her and that she loves me. This is so cute to hear. And I don't spend too many $$$$.

I do my GD's and get to see two happy faces. I bring Pokemon cards to Xavier. When Luke picked him up at school, the other kids said "Xavier is awesome." When Luke asked them why, they said, "Xavier has 1,000 Pokemon cards. Kids.

10/6/10 Dr K, Car Karma (not too bad) Recovery

I was kind of shocked by my car karma. I'm not ready to trade in my car, but I want a safe car.

My GD's: I got Jeannie's e address from the symphony office. Then, I e-mailed her with details about Braco (Croatian healer). He husband is very ill. I hope the information helps. I hope it turns Jeannie's husband around and helps him to heal.

While I was waiting for my car to be analyzed, I found a new 1/2 price bookstore. It's a new store in a high rent area. It's hard to find and I wouldn't have found it if I hadn't been looking for a beauty parlor (that I never did find.)

Inside was a sweet man. I want him to be successful. So, I bought a book on Hawaii that I might not have bought. Also, I'll tell Luke about it and we'll go back again.

What a nice feeling. It's raining GD's. Firestone did a GD for me by giving me a ride home. I couldn't drive my car safely because of a serious brake malfunction. Also and this is a GD to me from my bestie MKate and God almighty, MKate caught the brake problem last night. I chose to respect her find and went right to Firestone. And so . . . I was saved --thanks MKate and thanks God.

10/5/10 Worked on House Projects, Hatha Class

Luke wanted me to get a financial project started. It was important. I had left a message for someone to help me, but she didn't call back. So, I got my papers together. I just did it. I'm a novice but I forged ahead. As I worked, the expert called me back. She's going to take over. I felt like I honored Luke.

I also felt that the universe supported my self effort--that make me very happy and gave me a boost up for the future.

10/4/10 Did I do a GD today. Oh yes.

One of my friends is having a bad time. She came to Indy to talk to me about it. Monday's after meditation class I want to get work done.

But instead, I went to La Peep with my friend. We talked for more than two hours. She felt better and I was able to give her a few ideas that will prove to be very important --if she decides to do it. When I say very important--that's what I mean.

So another gd is that I won't do into details.

10/3/10 Three Days Have Passed . . . .

I have done GD's every day but was too tired to write.

I'm too tired today as well. So . . . I'll only say that an older man came to NM today. He had to move to Indpls because his son in New York, which was his home, his friends, and haunts, and bakeries and restaurants and everything that's familiar and cool, didn't want to take care of him and his wife in their old age. His wife had a stroke, and she can't do a lot of things that were easy before. So he's living near his daughter in Indy, but his heart is broken.

Matt and I let him talk. He has serious cancer. I gave him a hug (I'm not a hugger) and I prayed God almighty to bless him. I gave him Braco's info, but he's 86 and I don't know if he'll check it out. I pray that he does.