My dad got some good news about his medical condition

My Father was given a "clean bill of health" following his 20 day stay in hospital last month...

Elizabeth Weintraub Sacramento Real Estate Agent, Top 1% of Lyon Agents and I went snorkeling with the dolphins at Honaunau Bay on the Big Island of Hawaii. No, these were not trained dolphins captured in a pen, but ones that come from the ocean to hang out there, jumping out of the water for joy right next to snorklers.

Anna, just today a client gave me a walking stick he made from diamond birch from Minnesota where he moved from this summer.  The work he put into this was moving.  Mark

I shopped at Target and bought cart load of toys and went to Toys for Tots.

I met about 20 or 30 angels.  I was in front of the General Hospital in Tijuana when several trucks pulled up and people set up tables and started handing out free food to the people around --  some were waiting for friends and family, some were homeless and others were just there.

 It touched my heart  --- especially when I saw other groups and individuals show up that day and the next.  

I met a lot of the people, took lots of photos, even helped distribute hot chocolate.  

I will post the photos and a little more about it within a day or two.

Anna - Most of the nice things that happen to me have nothing to do with money. This week, we had some very close friends come over and spend lunch with us. It is just great when we have a chance to sit down with friends and catch up. Oh, that, and the fact that one of our sons teachers let us know what a great kid he was, and that he deserved the "A" in her class because he was such a hard worker.

Same nice thing as every week, my lovely bride, Sally Crane 

Hugs and kisses from my wife who happens to be the best wife in the world.

This week, a heartfelt thank you for going the extra mile to help a teammate.

  Step-daughter is getting engaged.  Shhh it’s a secret.  Her future came to the house to ask her hand in marriage and plans to surprise her at the walk of lights in Lacrosse WI.  

My son with Aspergers made dinner for the family while I rested after working.  I got to snuggle with my daughter.  They even fixed my plate and brought it to me so I didn't have to get up!!!!  

I have started walking again so I can run like I used.  I have had an amazing week because the sun has been out many days and I feel great.

I received a surprise package last night from the UPS man which contained a fun holiday surprise from Dick Greenberg .  How very thoughtful!

One of my babies came home.

I had nice conversations with a few of my family members .

Receiving this message from one of my former agents:

Do you know the bulk of my confidence in what I do and how I do it has more to do with you than any other person?  You were a game changer for me.  You have been a great encouragement and have made me absolutely fearless.  Just wanted you to know how much you are appreciated

Mowed the grass. Not mine but four doors down a family is in the grasp of troubles. The lawn could not be their priority. So I pushed the mower four doors down and did what needed to be done. This occurred the second week of May, 2015.

Wednesday, Travis, the eight year old from the house four doors down, is at my door with a four piece box of Russel. Stover Assorted Milk Chocolates. I am so happy I choose to respond to the knock on my door. And even more elated Travis had the courage to play his drum.

The 'afluenza' killer and the life saving pill gouger will both be going to jail. Sometimes, good is triumphant

Waking up 

 Good morning Anna. Had an opportunity to meet with a lot of nice folks in my real estate school.

Good morning Anna. We delivered a half ton of food to three different food shelters. It was pretty amazing.

I had a client tell me he is so grateful I am his agent. He was almost teary about it and I really felt his gratitude. Very sweet.

A friend and co worker of mine went out of his way to do something to help me out, and it cost him money to do it, too. I will spare you the details and most people probably won't understand, because it's kind of a regional thing that caused me an issue. He really went above and beyond. Him, and his wife, got a really nice Christmas present in the form of a gift card from me tonight. It's to a restaurant they both really enjoy. 

Hold on to that question. I'll get back to you when I figure that one out.

nothing!

We took a lovely trip and learned more about history and had some really excellent food.

One specific thing?  Brian England left a comment in my blog "26 Things" and he said he would never think I was 66 years old.

I joined a new fellowship group.  They are a fun, funny, and very spiritual group of ladies.

I found out my Blood pressure is back to below normal after it was at risk for many months prior to that. I have been eating a lot of fish and fries,drinking water and doing my normal walks as usual.