By Jeff Baird
Today is the first day back home after a family reunion out of town. Traveling can be exhausting and yesterday was no exception. On the flight home we were surrounded by other passengers with severe coughs. One woman behind us was talking about her recent case of pink eye while a gentleman spoke of the “camraderie cough” that he and his fellow sailors were so proud of.
God Bless our Military. We need to keep them healthy. Between wearing a mask and self Reiki along with my Golden Protective Bubble I felt safe. But I had never been on a flight before where so many people were sick. In addition to the GPB, I was overflowing with love from the reunion. In spite of everything going on around me, I had an inner glow that kept me warm and protected.
While sitting in Section Cough, I would think of something and start laughing or I would think of something else and tears would fill my eyes. Another memory would pop up and I would shake my head or nod my head up in down in agreement. Other times I would just smile thinking about how happy I was. I spent most of the flight smiling and laughing and crying – all at the same time. My family inspires me in so many ways. Once again they helped me get through something that had plenty of turbulence as we flew through multiple thunderstorms to get home.
I got to reconnect with my big brother. He’s the guy who got the whole reunion idea rolling. Over the years he has brought our family together so many times. He even created a new holiday – “Aunt Fest,” for my Mom and her sisters back in the day. So many great memories. He will always be my big brother and for that I am eternally grateful. He changed my life when it desperately needed changing. Thank You Brother. I love you – now more than ever.
My stomach is actually a little sore after laughing so much during this trip. They say laughter is the best medicine and maybe that’s part of why I feel so great today. But I think the real reason I feel so good is because I just had the time of my life with my family. I am so thankful for my family and I am such a lucky guy because of them.
Reiki has also been a big part of our family as it has helped with everything from countless injuries to cancer. Sharing Reiki with a family member is always a special occasion for me regardless of what the situation might be that needs healing. I am given the opportunity to show them how much I really do love them because it can be hard to put into words sometimes. Love shows up in all kinds of ways especially when you’re with your family.
I’ve sent Reiki to countless situations where a family needed some healing. When people were coming to see me for in-person sessions, many times they would think of other family members after the session. I would hear things like, “I wish my husband was open to this,” or “Do you work on kids?” or “My parents are older and would love this. They need it so bad!” I heard about so many situations that needed healing and I always offered to clear their home or give a discount if a family member came to me. Families are near and dear to my heart.
Among so many other things, my family is Bad Ass. I love that. We all do things our own way. Somehow it all works. I just witnessed it at my family reunion. Love you guys. Thanks for everything.