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Today I saw some people walking on the road carrying flags. When I asked, I came to know that during the Holi festival they were walking all the way to Dakor Temple for pilgrimage. They were on their way there.
I thought we should arrange something for them. It wasn’t much, but we decided to provide water bottles, snacks, and tea. We went to Nadiad and set up a small camp there. We prepared tea and snacks and arranged drinking water.
Then, we served water, tea, and snacks to all the pilgrims who were passing by. We also spent some joyful time with them and enjoyed the beautiful spirit of the festival.

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Sharing Books 📚

📚 Book Shares….

Fun sharing books on our block…I gave away a bunch of books I read to a neighbor friend. She reads them & then gives them away to other folks. It’s a continuous give-away 📚📚📚📚📚

Books are a fun share 👌🏻

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Kindness Ripples

Today, I practiced kindness by continuing something my family began in the middle of heartbreak. After losing my son, Matt, we chose to carry his spirit forward through kindness. What started as a small tribute became a nonprofit, Matt’s Kindness Ripples On, and eventually grew into a book.

I’m excited (and a little nervous!) to share that my book, Kindness Heroes, releases April 21, 2026. It tells true stories of ordinary people whose small acts created powerful ripple effects in their communities.

In the spirit of this beautiful community, I’d love to gift a free early digital copy of the ebook to the first 20 people who respond here, in exchange for an honest review.

Reviews matter so much for authors — especially independent ones. They help books become visible and most important allow stories of hope to reach farther than I could ever spread them alone.

If this sounds meaningful to you, reach out to me at MattsKindnessRipplesOn@gmail.com.

Thank you for being part of a place that keeps kindness alive. 💛

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Mindfully Packing And Sharing

As I mindfully pack with simple living, for kindness to self and the Earth, I contacted the farm volunteer neighbor and offered pantry foods and cold foods that I opted to share forward vs. packing into my station wagon for my 1.5 - 2 hour drive that's coming up in 12 days.

99% was whole foods, organic and/or pesticide free- all top quality, which I knew the couple applied in their life, too.

The offer was accepted and I brought the bag of pantry foods and fridge foods downstairs to be picked up at their leisure.

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Hurray We've Got Sunshine

The sun was shining yesterday after so much rain these past few weeks. I did a long walk early in the morning, so nice to see and hear the birds and feel the warmth of the sun, and later went to see if my neighbour wanted to go out for a little walk. She can't go out on her own so spends most days alone at home. We had a lovely stroll around the area and then a cup of tea. Always nice to connect and support each other when we can

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Helping on the Roadside

Today, a family was in serious trouble on the highway. Their car had suddenly broken down on the road from Sonariya to Sutrapada, which passes through forest areas where there are many wild animals.
We were passing by on our bike when they signaled to us from inside their car. We immediately stopped and went to check on them. We found out that their vehicle had stopped due to a mechanical issue.
We called a local auto driver and asked him to take the family safely to the main road. Then we arranged towing for their car. After speaking with a garage mechanic, we got their car repaired. Finally, we made sure the family safely continued their journey to their destination.

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Together We Learn More

In one of my precious homes, in a small village in the country side, the community is trying to revive an old pub which has been out of business for a while. One of my dear neighbours is doing lots of work with a team of people from the area so I offered to help. They were painting on Tuesday and Wednesday so I went to help. Luckily they did not expect a professional finish :-))) I took a flask with coffee and bread that I had baked the night before. It was lovely to share the work and chat while doing it. I learnt so much about all the other people who are helping; builders, carpenters, gardeners...so much needs doing! I believe it'll be a great space for the local community to enjoy together

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Helping A Security Guard

Today I fulfilled the duty of a security guard for the whole day.
What happened was that the security guard here had severe stomach pain in the morning. He was lying and rolling on the ground. I asked him what happened. He said he has a stone problem and was in a lot of pain.
I immediately arranged a painkiller and gave it to him. Then I told him to go home and take rest. He said he was worried that he might lose his job. I told him, “I am here. I will manage today in your place. Just explain to me what needs to be done.”
After a lot of convincing, he agreed. I handled the security duty the entire day and helped him. It felt like a really nice and meaningful work.

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Believe and Never Give Up!

Today and last night's kindness included sending an encouraging message to a 32 yo. loved one who has felt some weighted feelings and progressing to finding their way to managing them as well as possible for their well-being & loving themself thru their actions. As I reflect on myself when I was that age, I had returned to college full-time as a solo parent raising a pre-teen and working part-time as a substitute assistant teacher. I remember what it was like to manage life's challenges then, before I grew in my awareness and strengthen my own emotional response skills- for myself and all those with which I interact. I feel that I feel deeply and am very sensory, and can relate to what it's like to navigate the different ways to manage emotions that feel heavy and what it's like to have an instant removal of that feeling inside. I also ... Read Full Story >>

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Helping Hand

Yesterday, at the house where I had eaten food and where we all had arranged groceries together, today we went there again.
We visited their home and gave the girls some nice clothes and a small makeup kit. Most importantly, we gave them sanitary pads. We also gave some clothes for their mother.
For the baby, we provided a hygiene baby kit as well. After that, we all sat together, had tea, and shared some snacks.

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Saving A Boy

It was a very emotional moment. I was going from Somnath Temple to Umrala village. When I reached near Hina, there was about 5 km left to enter the village. On the way, I suddenly heard a boy shouting, “Save me, save me.”
I stopped my bike and looked around, but no one was there. Then I followed the voice and found that beside the road there was a big drain. The boy had fallen into it after losing balance on his bike. He was covered in blood. His leg was broken, he had a serious injury on his forehead, and his hand was also fractured.
I immediately called 108 emergency service and took him to the hospital.
Thank God for considering me capable of helping someone in need. 🙏

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Happy Year Of The Fire Horse

Happy Year of the Fire Horse and Random Acts of Kindness Day!

Who knew Feb.17, 2026 would be so auspicious?

And how fortuitous that I have been folding and sharing origami horses for months!

When giving away herds to Chinese restaurants, the library, Sally’s Gratitude Shop, a friend to share with her music students, etc… I’ve been including a brief explanation about the significance of the Fire Horse, how to flip (if it lands on its feet and maybe granted a wish), plus a Peace blessing. I even held an impromptu tutorial at the Padre Island National Seashore, when I stopped in to give them a bale of origami turtles to share.

Focusing and riding that horse forward, my friends, let’s set the world aflame with kindness!!!!


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Help Received Inspired My Kindness

This morning I got to the queue in the supermarket and the lady in front of me was unloading. When she nearly finished she placed a divider behind her shopping and at first I thought she was shopping for someone else. When she finished unloading, I realised she'd put the divider there for me.

I unloaded my trolley and turned to the gentleman behind me. He was in a motorised wheelchair and a friend was with him. I told him I would put a divider on the conveyor belt when I could get one. The queue moved and I placed the divider ready for him to unload the basket at the front of his wheelchair. The queue was static and he couldn't get close enough to unload his basket, so I offered to help. I lifted his milk and a couple of jars and then the queue moved again so he was able to take over.

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Hygiene For Homeless People

Today, outside the Somnath Temple, the homeless people who were sitting there were taken and given proper care. Their nails were trimmed, their hair was cut, and they were given a bath. After that, they were taken to a doctor for a full medical check-up.
Some people were found to have skin infections, some had constipation problems, a few women were diagnosed with breast cancer, and some had stomach infections. Everyone was provided with the necessary medicines and given food.
After the treatment and care, they were brought back near the Somnath Temple.
Om Namah Shivaya 🙏

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Bardoli Railway Station

Today I reached home and then went to my NGO, Manav Kalyan. Everything was running smoothly there.
After that, I went to Bardoli railway station and met the homeless people after many days. I helped them in whatever way I could by providing ration, medicines, and other essential items.

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Meal In A Hut

Today’s work became a very memorable one.
When you enter the village through the main gate and go a little further after the village ends, there is a small hut. I had noticed it earlier during a field visit. My meal was arranged at a leader’s house in the village, but I chose to eat at that hut instead.
I went there without being invited. When I reached, I found three small girls, a baby boy, and their mother. The father had passed away unexpectedly. There was almost nothing in the house — just a cot, a few utensils, and only some rice as ration.
Even then, I said I was hungry and asked for food. The mother hesitated and asked, “Will you really eat here?” I said yes. She cooked plain rice and served it to me after some time. I ate the food and quietly left after saying “Ram Ram,” without saying anything else.
After returning to the village, I spoke with my friends and the village leaders. Together we collected donations and arranged groceries and some financial support for the family. We also assigned responsibility to a few villagers to ensure that every month the family does not face any kind of difficulty.

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📫 The Mail Gal

📫 The mail gal rang twice yesterday….

Once to deliver our mail & say hello, after returning from her vacation. She’s a sweet, sweet gal & very good at her job 👌🏻

🔔 A minute or two later our bell rang again…she returned to ask if she could have a drink of water 💧. I always tell her not to hesitate if she needs anything. I invited her into our entry hall to get out of the cold & was more than happy to get her a bottle of water. She called out to my husband to say hello to him while waiting 😊

She’s a true delight 🫶🏽

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Massaging Feet Of Pilgrims

Today nothing very special happened, but since Maha Shivratri is going on, I am in Junagadh.
All the pilgrims who go for the darshan of Guru Dattatreya — I massage their feet, especially the elderly people, and take their blessings.

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Junaghadh

Today in Junagadh, an old woman slipped and fell. She was badly hurt in her leg and was unable to walk. Two young girls were with her. Many people were passing by; they would look at her and ask what happened, but no one was actually helping.
When I reached there, I asked her, “Can I help you and take you down to the hospital?” She replied, “Yes beta, please.” Then I lifted her in my arms and carried her down. I thank God that she was not too far up, so I was able to bring her down safely. After that, I seated her in an auto and took her to the hospital. I received her blessings and then returned.
 

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🍞 Bread Is Love

🍞 Bread is Love ❤️

I needed a particular type of bread yesterday so I asked my across the driveway neighbors if they might have any to share.

They generously shared some good sourdough bread with me 👌🏻

I added a loaf 🍞 to our Saturday Fresh Direct delivery for them as a gesture of appreciation & added a bunch of bananas 🍌 for them as well.

❤️ They are wonderful neighbors who have become close friends over the years.

True blessings , right across our shared driveway 🙏

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