I got up early this morning, sat and meditated with Maria for a few minutes, went for a two-mile walk, then bought a three-tiered plastic organizing cart for RISSE, the refugee and immigrant support center in Albany. The Army of Good has been relentlessly chipping away at the new RISSE Amazon Wish List, there are still more than a dozen items left.

At RISSE, they are a bit stunned with joy. They have never encountered anything quite like the Army Of Good.

Neither have I.

They are beginning work to replenish the page. The kids toys went fast, and are arriving steadily, they are already being used in the after school program. Thanks so much. Before I even think of looking at the news, I go to the Wish List page and buy something that supports the refugees and immigrants new to America.

It is grounding and nourishing for me to start my week this way, it sets a tone and insulates me from the torrent of anger and hostility and tragedy they call the news.

It feels good to do good. This is my antidote, my spiritual vitamin, and I see I am not alone. This is great way to support the American dream and the American soul. Thanks much. You can see the list here.