I have been blessed many times today. As many of you know me, I have a mentally-challenged son. Every day, including today, he thanks me: "Thank you, Mommy, for my dinner; thank you, Mommy, for buying me this juice." He can't articulate much, but when he does, it means the world to me! Today we were extremely fortunate to have the Kindness Team at our school. I felt humbled, as they radiated so much goodness and kindness. I felt called to show them my gratitude. 
So, I decided to make them a luncheon. I was thanked so many times! Then, a "Giving Plate" was presented to me filled with vegan cookies, which as a baker, I knew took a lot of time. I was told that I was to share the treats, fill the plate, then pass it on. What an amazing concept! This plate originated in Detroit, and I am thinking about sending it to Hawai'i, or Singapore, where I have lots of family and friends. Can you imagine? This simple act of kindness that started in Detroit will now be traveling around the world!
The Kindness Group today reached over 150 students and Staff. Can you even imagine the ripple effect of this? We all have gifts and talents to share: a smile, a hug, a thank you, even a beautiful plate of treats. It doesn't have to cost money! So, to all of my angels and inspirations, especially J, my son, who truly is an angel, I send love and aloha to all of you. Remember, my friends, you give so much to me, including staying after school so I can take care of my son. You are all so special in your each unique way, and I am so grateful! :)
So, I decided to make them a luncheon. I was thanked so many times! Then, a "Giving Plate" was presented to me filled with vegan cookies, which as a baker, I knew took a lot of time. I was told that I was to share the treats, fill the plate, then pass it on. What an amazing concept! This plate originated in Detroit, and I am thinking about sending it to Hawai'i, or Singapore, where I have lots of family and friends. Can you imagine? This simple act of kindness that started in Detroit will now be traveling around the world!
The Kindness Group today reached over 150 students and Staff. Can you even imagine the ripple effect of this? We all have gifts and talents to share: a smile, a hug, a thank you, even a beautiful plate of treats. It doesn't have to cost money! So, to all of my angels and inspirations, especially J, my son, who truly is an angel, I send love and aloha to all of you. Remember, my friends, you give so much to me, including staying after school so I can take care of my son. You are all so special in your each unique way, and I am so grateful! :)
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- Posted by rnteach
- Feb 23, 2016
- Comments (11)
Readers Comments
splain wrote: What a beautiful , moving post. You see the world in a wonderful way, all lite up. I love the idea of the Giving Plate, wonderful. A big hug to you and your son.
AnnC wrote: You and your son are amazing. Thank you for sharing this beautiful post. I love the idea of the Giving Plate.
brindlegirl wrote: Wow. Such much love and kindness in one post. It makes me happy. Bless you ♡♡♡
terre wrote: I felt lifted by your post. Thank you so much for sharing with us. The Giving Plate is a great idea! May it travel the world with kindness.
melnotes wrote: Thank you for sharing this beautiful and touching story xx
mindyjourney wrote: Kindness team rocks! What a lovely share, my friend...the Giving Plate travels with such love and service <3.
mish wrote: Me too..brought tears ..so beautiful. Bless â¤ï¸
horsegirl21 wrote: wonderful story, great too that you realized you do have a talent for baking and making people happy:))
RoseMarie wrote: I so love this idea 8f a giving plate, never heard of it before. I have already researched it and am buying one for my niece who should be getting engaged soon, well, so we all think. Anyway, i will be ready, just need to think what i'll put on it, that shouldn't be too difficult. Must stay for coffee that day. Ha ha x 💓 rose-marie
Rose-Marie Ritchie wrote: I love this idea of a giving plate. It is a new concept to me. I have already researched it and i am going to get one for my niece who (we think) will be getting engaged soon. Just need 5 decide what delights i will present on the plate. Me thinks i will stay for coffee that evening. Ha ha x 💓 rose-marie
