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Rewards in the Rain, AKA Friendship

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Real Estate Agent with eXp Realty of California, Inc. (lic. #01878277) DRE# 00949880

Yes, I did steal this Aesop quote from one of our friends within the ActiveRain Community, but I will address that in a bit.

About a week ago, I entered our monthly challenge and wrote a bit about my family, Ray Henson and Family.  I relayed a few stories about my family and, in particular, this one about my mom.  I was having a bad day and it was one of the very rare days that I was in trouble.  My mom decided to get the wooden spoon.  As many of you know who saw that post, I RAN!  So did my mom!  After chasing me for more that a few blocks, my mom realized how funny the situation was and started laughing.  It was one of the rare times that I was spared the rod. I did keep my distance that day, though.  My mom can be tricky. 🤣 

I also recently shared a post from my friend, Kathy Streib, Random Acts of Kindness Day.  And yes, this is where I stole the Aesop Quote, "No Act of Kindness, no matter how small, is wasted."  Somehow, I do not think Kathy will mind, given her nature.

How are these to seemingly disparate acts related?

Kathy's time at ActiveRain is filled with random acts of kindness.  She has been busy, just ask Endre Barath, Jr.  He just received an excellent looking cook book, United Tastes of Texas, from Kathy.  I was also recognized with a random act of kindness from our mutual friend.  Look what came in the mail!

Wooden spoon

At least, I think it is a random act of kindness. Maybe this spoon was not meant for cooking.  It is a true multitasker after all. 🤣

Actually, it made me feel very special and this is the reason Kathy's posts mean so much, because she makes a point to do what she recommends.  Every single time I use my new wooden spoon, I will have a smile on my face and that is the true value of the gift.  I also know my mom will get a big kick out of this story when I share it with her.

Thank you, Kathy.  I feel fortunate to know you.

BTW-This wooden spoon will be used only for peaceful purposes.  If I do decide to re-gift this to my mom, she still can't catch me!  😇

Now, go make somebody smile!

 

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             eXp Realty of California, Inc

Raymond Henson, SRES, GRI, e-Pro

Past Client Testimonials   

3412 Babson Drive

Elk Grove, CA 95758

RayRHenson@gmail.com

916-698-8415

 

 

Comments (42)

Ray Henson
eXp Realty of California, Inc. (lic. #01878277) - Elk Grove, CA
Realtor

Good morning, Carol Williams.  I loved hearing about your trip across the country and meeting so many on ActiveRain.  It makes me want to try one too.  Incidentally, I remember you reached out to me a few times on ActiveRain and helped me stay engaged until I understood the beauty of it.  Thank you.

Thank you, Kat Palmiotti.  It was a nice surprise for me, though Kathy did give me a hint something was coming in the mail.  I had no clue that it wood be a wooden spoon!

Mar 08, 2022 07:07 AM
Ray Henson
eXp Realty of California, Inc. (lic. #01878277) - Elk Grove, CA
Realtor

Hi Brian England,  maybe we will have to make the trip together.  

BTW-The only way Russell will be introduced to that wooden spoon is when he takes it to try my world famous cookie dough.  😃

We are lucky to have Kathy as such an integral member of ActiveRain.  And what?  You missed my post, Nina Hollander, Broker?  I am shocked!  😂  It happens and I am happy you still find enough interest in my writing to stop by so often.  Thank you very much!

Mar 08, 2022 07:12 AM
Joan Cox
House to Home, Inc. - Denver Real Estate - 720-231-6373 - Denver, CO
Denver Real Estate - Selling One Home at a Time

Ray, what a cute post, and KUDOS to Kathy for sending the spoon, and sure you will use it - for cooking!  

Mar 08, 2022 07:17 AM
Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Realtor

Raymond Henson, eXp Realty hi Ray... I've had a bunch of family issues that have taken up my time the last couple of weeks so fell a bit behind on AR reading.

Mar 08, 2022 07:17 AM
Ray Henson
eXp Realty of California, Inc. (lic. #01878277) - Elk Grove, CA
Realtor

Good morning, Roy Kelley.  Thank you.  You are always an inspiration to do good here on ActiveRain, Twitter and Facebook.  I sure appreciate your style.  

Thank you, Steffy Hristova. I was surprised by a phone call from Kathy quite sometime ago.  It was a fun conversation and it has been fun to get to know her a bit.

I am moving to Goodyear later this year.  I hope to have some kind of get together with all of my Phoenix area friends.  I hope you will be able to make it.  I am sure Brian England will be there, maybe Anna Banana Kruchten CRS, Phoenix Broker will make an appearance too.  My wife, Mary Margaret, and I will also be playing in two Mesa tournaments later this month as well.  We might be able to plan a time for a cup of coffee too. 

Mar 08, 2022 07:23 AM
Brian England

You better let me know when you play Raymond Henson, eXp Realty because I will go watch you if I am available to do so.

Mar 08, 2022 08:15 AM
Ray Henson

I will let you know for sure, Brian England, but only if you promise not to laugh at my game!

Mar 08, 2022 08:17 AM
Ray Henson
eXp Realty of California, Inc. (lic. #01878277) - Elk Grove, CA
Realtor

I agree with you 100%, Carla Freund.  She is the best and quite an inspiration for us all.

Yes, Joan Cox.  It will be used for peaceful purposes only!  Cookies, cakes and other sweet treats. 

 

Mar 08, 2022 07:25 AM
Ray Henson
eXp Realty of California, Inc. (lic. #01878277) - Elk Grove, CA
Realtor

Nina Hollander, Broker, I hope everything is alright for you and your family.  Family always takes priority.  I appreciate all you do on ActiveRain.  Thank you!

Mar 08, 2022 07:32 AM
Jan Green - Scottsdale, AZ
Value Added Service, 602-620-2699 - Scottsdale, AZ
HomeSmart Elite Group, REALTOR®, EcoBroker, GREEN

What a very sweet gesture Kathy Streib !  Friendships in the Rain are very special - as are the people on this site!  And LOVED your story by the way.  

Mar 08, 2022 10:30 AM
Ray Henson
eXp Realty of California, Inc. (lic. #01878277) - Elk Grove, CA
Realtor

Thank you, Jan Green.  ActiveRain has turned into more than I ever expected. 

Mar 08, 2022 10:49 AM
Endre Barath, Jr.
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties - Beverly Hills, CA
Realtor - Los Angeles Home Sales 310.486.1002

Raymond, thank you for mentioning Kathy Streib kind gift to me as well. On a side note did your mom know my father? He loved using the wooden spoon.... BTW I was an only child so I could not blame someone else when misdeeds were committed:))Endre

Mar 08, 2022 05:43 PM
Ray Henson
eXp Realty of California, Inc. (lic. #01878277) - Elk Grove, CA
Realtor

Good morning, Endre Barath, Jr. I will have to ask my mom.  I never thought about the possibility of my mom commiserating with another like minded disciplinarian. 😉  My dad used a belt.  It was rare, but when he did, he also used a psychological approach.  He would send me to my room to, "think about it," first.  It was worse the worst part.  I do have to say, it was all highly effective.

When I was young, my parents said that I always took the blame for my sister.  So I had double trouble. 😉

Mar 09, 2022 08:32 AM
Jeff Dowler, CRS
eXp Realty of California, Inc. - Carlsbad, CA
The Southern California Relocation Dude

What a wonderful story about kindness and friendship, Ray. Now you have a very special person you'll think of every time you use that spoon! Keep it away from your Mom!

Jeff

Mar 09, 2022 03:19 PM
Endre Barath, Jr.
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties - Beverly Hills, CA
Realtor - Los Angeles Home Sales 310.486.1002

Raymond you cracked me up my father used the Psychological approach too, I had to stand in the corner facing the two walls and that was bad.... could not turn around:)) and funny we went to different places and I always asked my father where my corner was:))))))))))))))))))))))Endre

Mar 09, 2022 09:08 PM
Ray Henson
eXp Realty of California, Inc. (lic. #01878277) - Elk Grove, CA
Realtor

It will bring a smile to my face every time I use it, Jeff Dowler, CRS.  Hope you are doing well!

It is ironic too, Endre Barath, Jr. My dad's dad left the family when my dad was two or three so he had to learn most of this stuff on his own.  I'd say he figured things out pretty well.  Hope you are doing well too!

Mar 10, 2022 05:55 AM
Ed Silva, 203-206-0754
Mapleridge Realty, CT 203-206-0754 - Waterbury, CT
Central CT Real Estate Broker Serving all equally

There are some special people on this platform and Kathy Streib  is among them.  I tried to meet up with her a couple of years ago while on vacation in the West Palm area but couldn't get a time that would work for her.

Mar 11, 2022 05:15 AM
Ray Henson
eXp Realty of California, Inc. (lic. #01878277) - Elk Grove, CA
Realtor

Good morning, Ed Silva.  That would have been a fun meeting for sure.  It is sad that you couldn't find a good time.  I know I will be looking to meet ActiveRain friends whenever I visit a new city.  I was lucky to meetup with Brian England when I visited the area and we have become good friends.

Mar 11, 2022 07:28 AM
Patricia Feager, MBA, CRS, GRI,MRP
DFW FINE PROPERTIES - Flower Mound, TX
Selling Homes Changing Lives

Raymond Henson, eXp Realty - Congratulations on your FEATURE! You are a very special man on ActiveRain and your kindness overflows. I always knew that you are remarkable. 

Mar 12, 2022 04:23 AM
Ray Henson
eXp Realty of California, Inc. (lic. #01878277) - Elk Grove, CA
Realtor

Thank you, Patricia Feager, MBA, CRS, GRI,MRP.  That really means a lot coming from you, one of the best on ActiveRain!

I am always shocked when one of my posts gets featured.  You should have seen all of my teachers red marks on my high school and college papers.  I often wonder what my blog posts would look like if they were editing them.  😜

Mar 12, 2022 07:38 AM
Endre Barath, Jr.
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties - Beverly Hills, CA
Realtor - Los Angeles Home Sales 310.486.1002

Raymond Henson, eXp Realty  wow  how similar, my  father's dad past away when my dad was about three years old and he figured things out quite well too....Endre

Mar 17, 2022 09:38 PM
Ray Henson
eXp Realty of California, Inc. (lic. #01878277) - Elk Grove, CA
Realtor

Good morning, Endre Barath, Jr. The situations were very similar. I can't imagine how my grandmother did it with two kids and as a waitress. 

Mar 18, 2022 06:58 AM