Paying it Forward

Who here cried when the little Trevor died in Pay it Forward. The 7th grader had a plan to make the world a better place by.

1. Doing something that really helps people.
2. Something they can’t do themselves.
3. I do for them . They do it for 3 other people.

I did. It has been a “back of the mind” basic principal that I have incorporated into my life along. I even joke about the W.W.J.D. bracelets meaning What Would Joe Do?

Here are some other powerful things that guide my life. The Golden Rule, Leaving rake marks, and remembering those loved ones that have past away over the years by keeping their memories alive.

During a recent request to do some charity work, it dawned on me how to blend work, random acts of kindness, remembering loved ones, and having fun into a program that makes sense, and fits with the positive culture I have surrounded myself with.

The Situation.

I believe in karma, and through creating my own good karma and random acts of compassion, I make the world a better place. I know that there are many folks here in Boise that share my belief, but have found it difficult to find a meaningful avenue to get involved. Not to minimize the need for charitable fund raising through sponsored runs and walks, but other than exercising and wearing out the sole a bit, but does little for the soul.

Does this sound like you?

• I like to fix things and make my living spaces better.
• I work long hours in an air conditioned office, so I don’t have the tools or time to scratch the remodeling itch.
• I would love to learn about how remodeling works, but I have no hands on opportunities.
• I like doing nice things for others and would love to participate, if only someone else would pick the recipients, and run the show.
• My life is too busy to offer up an entire day to anyone.
• I have loved ones that have passed away, and I would like to keep that persons memory alive.
• I love to socialize with others that share my interests.
• My instant gratification bell likes to ring loud and often.
• Getting praise for a job well done is rewarding and satisfying.
• Giving back through good deeds to a worthy recipient fills me up.

The Idea.

The Pay It Forward Flow Chart

Levco will sponsor a “Social club with a remodeling problem”. You will be known as part of the “The Mitzvah Makers”

We will find the charity work and organize a work party. The word will go out on Facebook, then, whoever can make it is welcome. I anticipate short bursts of hard work and some socializing.

• We will provide tools you bring work clothes. We gather and do what ever is needed for the worthy recipient.
• Once the work is done, we can go off and have a beer or whatever and toast to the memory of the loved one you worked in honor of that day. Everyone will be given an opportunity to tell a little bit about that person and the significant role they played in their life to the group.
• Not in the mood to remodel, no problem, be a cheer leader, bring snacks, do some yard work or whatever. There is nothing like the high of doing random acts of kindness.

Inspirational quotes that motivate me

• “Successful people are always looking for opportunities to help others. Unsuccessful people are always asking, “What’s in it for me?”― Brian Tracy
• Even though the Wizard of Oz had his shortcomings, he did remind us, “A heart is not judged by how much you love; but by how much you are loved by others.”
• I have found the paradox that if I love until it hurts, then there is no hurt, but only more love. ~Mother Teresa
• How wonderful it is that nobody need wait a single moment before starting to improve the world. ~Anne Frank
• The purpose of life is not to be happy – but to matter, to be productive, to be useful, to have it make some difference that you have lived at all. ~Leo Rosten
• Being good is commendable, but only when it is combined with doing good is it useful. ~Author Unknown
• Wherever a man turns he can find someone who needs him. ~Albert Schweitzer

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