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Friday, 12 February 2016

RANDOM ACT OF KINDNESS CHALLENGE 2016


This year Manu is hosting the RAK Challenge following sterling work in previous years by the lovely Betsy at My Five Men (the greedy thing . . lol).

 I am linking to Manu HERE where we can see other people participating.

The idea is to encourage spontaneous kindnesses and to make someone's day.

 Well, my Grandson, Peter, made mine today and I do believe it was a genuine act of kindness on his part to his Grandpa. So this week the RAK was his to me.

 We were having a bit of fun this morning playing hide and seek . . .

Now you see him . . . 

Now you don't . . . 

 Later he spotted some dust in the bedroom and said, "Grandpa! . . clean, clean, hoover . . . now, get it, do it, me do it!"

 I was so 'chuffed' to be motivated to do some cleaning by this little lad and we spent 3 hours thoroughly cleaning upstairs with a Spring Clean. He had a little feather duster and brush and was in his element helping Grandpa while I vacuumed.  

 At two he is just beginning to string words together to convey his intentions and he said, "I come again and more, more!" . . . lol . . . so we shall certainly amuse ourselves with this activity while I look after him twice a week.

 I am so grateful to him because he has inspired me to continue over the coming weekend so I can get the house 'spick and span' again. 

 To be honest this is the first time I am really looking forward to doing it since my wife, Maria, died almost three years ago, when the stuffing was really knocked out of me.

 So thank you Peter . . . you are a star.

We found his Daddy's remote controlled car which unfortunately no longer works but I have said I will buy him one. He proceeded to pretend to make an imaginary telephone call to his daddy to tell him the good news . . . 

 As for me, this afternoon I donated my 106th pint of blood so, although this was not exactly a random or spontaneous activity, I am pleased to be able to help someone again in this way and will continue to do so 4 times a year.

 Click on this picture link to see fellow participants' RAK activities.



  
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  1. Manu12 February 2016 at 19:41

    Eddie, what a beautiful post!!
    Your grandson is so cute!
    Thanks for taking part, you're welcome!

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    1. Eddie Bluelights12 February 2016 at 19:51

      You are most welcome Manu and I am very pleased to 'meet; you.
      I always enjoyed this event in previous years as it is designed to encourage kindnesses to others.
      Thank you for taking over the batton and continuing the good work . . . :)

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  2. Betsy Brock12 February 2016 at 20:02

    This is so cute. So you had dust bunnies rolling on the upstairs floors like tumble weeds?
    (Tumble weeds are in our western deserts. You might have to Google them. ha) Glad Peter inspired you
    to do a spring clean. And it sounds like he's not letting you off the hook with one afternoon of cleaning! lol.

    I would certainly consider giving blood an RAK. It is totally selfless and does nothing for you in return. 106...hard to believe!

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    1. Eddie Bluelights12 February 2016 at 20:12

      Thank you Betsy.
      Dust Bunnies . . lol
      Just looked them up.
      Not quite as bad as that but definitely overdue for a thorough clean.
      I looked up at Maria's portrait hanging in my bedroom and I sensed a smile developing on her face . . . :)
      No . . . Peter won't let me off the hook now I am sure . . . thank goodness.

      I am to continue donating and hope to reach 150 if I can . . . :)

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    2. Betsy Brock13 February 2016 at 00:12

      You looked up dust bunnies...but how about tumbleweeds? haha....

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    3. Eddie Bluelights13 February 2016 at 00:23

      There are various meanings.
      Presumably this is the one . . .
      "Dusty aggregation of plant matter rolled along the ground by the desert wind."

      . . . . anyway I am about to declare war on dust in the house . . . :) haha

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    4. Betsy Brock13 February 2016 at 00:40

      Well, with your little helper, it's sure to be fun! :)

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    5. Eddie Bluelights13 February 2016 at 00:46

      Yes . . . true . . . and war on weeds in the garden . . . lol . . :)

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  3. Linda12 February 2016 at 22:55

    HI Eddie...
    What a sweet inspiration...
    Hi Peter! Take good care of your Papa....
    Have a wonderful weekend Eddie....
    Cheers!
    Linda :o)

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    1. Eddie Bluelights12 February 2016 at 22:58

      And you have a wonderful vacation too.
      I think Peter will look after me . . . haha
      Cheers
      Eddie :o)

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  4. Linda @ Life and Linda12 February 2016 at 23:41

    Hi Eddie, Peter is such a good looking fella. Spending time with grandkids is priceless. I find myself always doing acts of kindness. Today, I chased a tiny dog, because it was in the middle of the road and I was so afraid it would get run over. I jumped out of the car to try to catch it. It wouldn't let me get close, but I managed to chase it home. it has tags.

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    1. Eddie Bluelights12 February 2016 at 23:51

      Hi Linda, I'm very lucky to have him and my grand daughter, Rosa.
      Lovely story about the dog and your kindness . . . your face has kindness written all over it . . . :)

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  5. Pat Hatt13 February 2016 at 00:11

    lol if he stays that way
    Won't ever need to be told to clean his room at his bay
    Getting rid of dust bunnies is good
    Spic and span works for my hood

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    1. Eddie Bluelights13 February 2016 at 00:26

      lol

      Lets hope he stays that way
      To keep dust bunnies at bay.
      He takes after my late wife
      Each dust speck would flee for it's life. . . . lol

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  6. Cloudia13 February 2016 at 00:14

    Heart throbs in your family!

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    1. Eddie Bluelights13 February 2016 at 00:27

      Aw . . . thank you Cloudia . . . I feel blessed to share with you . . :) x

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  7. Suza13 February 2016 at 04:29

    Miss V and Peter certainly have a penchant for cleaning and helping. Aw! Too sweet.
    I am so glad little Peter is such an inspiration to you. I think you're right about Maria smiling down and being present through Peter. Such a gift. She was probably thinking "Finally, he is dusting!" Hee hee. Hugs and kisses to Grandpa and the slayer of dust bunnies! xox

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    1. Eddie Bluelights13 February 2016 at 12:26

      Perhaps Miss V and Peter should meet up . . . lol
      Yes Maria no doubt is thinking that and I sometimes look at her portrait in my bedroom and feel sometimes she is happy with me and sometimes perhaps less so . . :) xox

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    2. Suza17 February 2016 at 03:42

      I think she is happy with you, regardless. You are a good man, Eddie.

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    3. Eddie Bluelights17 February 2016 at 11:07

      Maybe . . . when I meet her again I will find out . . she is bound to have a go at me about 'the cleaning' . . lol

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    4. Suza17 February 2016 at 15:12

      Ha ha! Well maybe that's why she "sent" little Peter.

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    5. Eddie Bluelights17 February 2016 at 19:46

      haha!
      She was very house proud and the house was spick and span all the time which was nice but impossible to replicate. Perhaps she did send Peter . . . . lol
      I expect she is having a smile at this . . . :)

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  8. Hilary Melton-Butcher13 February 2016 at 09:41

    Hi Eddie - that's wonderful to read ... so glad for you - they'll brighten up your life .. and Rosa will be cooking up a few cakes soon! Have a peaceful weekend .. and enjoy the time with the grandchildren - cheers Hilary

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    1. Eddie Bluelights13 February 2016 at 12:27

      Thank you Hilary ~ can't wait for Rosa to cook fo me . . . lol
      Have an enjoyable weekend _ cheers, Eddie x

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  9. Shammickite13 February 2016 at 13:47

    Super to have someone help you with the vacuuming.... so I think your plan should be to make sure he knows how to clean windows, do dishes, wash the floor, do the laundry etc etc, then you can set him to work while you put your feet up! Brilliant!
    I got to give around 85 pints of blood but had to stop due to medications. Big disappointment, I wanted to reach 100!

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  10. Eddie Bluelights13 February 2016 at 14:12

    Hi Sham . . . lol
    Not forgetting the ironing . . . :)
    Shame about the 100 pint goal . . . it is quite a target but 85 pints is marvellous too . . :)

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  11. Keith Smith13 February 2016 at 14:19

    I'm breaking the rule I made; you know which one. I was pleased to see that you are bringing Peter up the right way. Keep up the good work mate.

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    1. Eddie13 February 2016 at 14:37

      Thanks Keith ~ appreciate it.
      I do try . . . :)

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  12. Maggie May13 February 2016 at 15:39

    He is a little treasure! Noticeably growing up now.
    Congrats on the blood!
    Maggie xxx

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    1. Eddie Bluelights13 February 2016 at 17:18

      Hi Maggie . .
      Yes he is a little buster now . . and full of fun.

      Re blood . . .so that is why I felt 'drained' recently . . lol
      Eddie xxx

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  13. Wanda13 February 2016 at 17:58

    What a most excellent RAK from your darling grandson. That hair, those eyes....melt my heart, and then on top of that wants to clean house. Oh for the gal he falls in love with in about 25 years. HaHa.

    Our youngest grandson is that age and loves hide and seek.... Great job Eddie.

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    1. Eddie13 February 2016 at 19:52

      Thank you Wanda for your very kind comment . . . :)
      I think Peter will break a few hearts a little later on . . . :)

      Glad you are enjoying your grandson . . . :)

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  14. Michelle14 February 2016 at 00:46

    Eddie, this is such a touching post. So glad that you have Peter to spend some time with! What a blessing!

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    1. Eddie14 February 2016 at 01:29

      Thanks Michelle ~ it is always lovely to have you visit . . :)
      I am very lucky to have both Grandchildren . . . love them to bits . . :)

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  15. Sparkiedoll14 February 2016 at 12:53

    Just happened across your blog...hello! Just to say a big thankyou from the bottom of my heart - my life was saved by the gift of many blood transfusions. I cannot give blood myself but am always deeply grateful to those that do. Rose x

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    1. Eddie Bluelights14 February 2016 at 13:14

      Hello Rose . .
      Thank you and I do hope that one of your transfusions was my blood and that may explain why you might be a little more eccentric than you were . . . lol

      Please stop by again . . :)

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  16. The Creative Beast15 February 2016 at 16:23

    EDDIE! What a treat to see your ever so adorable grandson playing hide and seek with you =) GOODNESS, he has grown so big since the last time I saw a photo and he looks like he is 5 years old, though I'm sure he is a year or two younger...and such lovely blue eyes he has! He is a charmer for sure! And sweet little Rosa looking very much like the flower she was named after, so pink and rosy and happy! You must really be in your element playing with two such adorable grandchildren. I'm sure they will bring you lots and lots of joy for many many years to come and you deserve it Eddie!
    BTW, thanks for your 'RAK' in touching base with me - things have been a bit challenging in my neck of the woods, but I'm hoping it will all end in a good note. I'll try to send an email when I can and maybe even write up a blog post in the next few days =) Thanks for reaching out Eddie - it was greatly appreciated and brought a bright spot to my week!

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    1. Eddie Bluelights15 February 2016 at 16:38

      Thanks Monica and glad you are ok ~ I had a feeling I ought to check to see how you are.

      Peter is 2 and a half . . . and in some ways acts quite a bit older sometimes . . . :) hugs

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  17. Secret Agent Woman16 February 2016 at 01:51

    That is one cute kid.

    I am a believer in the small acts of kindness.

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    1. Eddie Bluelights16 February 2016 at 02:56

      Thank you S.A.W.

      I am sure you are very kind . . :)

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  18. Stephanie Faris16 February 2016 at 18:38

    Awww...look at those curls. Love 'em!

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    1. Eddie Bluelights16 February 2016 at 21:06

      Thank you Stephanie I can imagine you might have have little curls as a small girl . . :)

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  19. humbird19 February 2016 at 17:13

    Oh, I'm glad you're having so much fun with your little one! Blessings to you both! Thanks for visiting!

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