What was the author's personal motivation for compiling Baba's stories, and how did he see it as a spiritual act?

The author's motivation was deeply spiritual and rooted in a desire to serve both Baba and his devotees. In Chapter 2, it is explained that a desire arose in the author to 'collect these various stories and string them into a garland (book)' as a 'good form of worship.' He felt that by creating this collection, he was providing a way for others' minds to find peace and rest. The author saw himself not as the creator but as an instrument, stating, 'Making me his pen, Baba himself will guide my hand.' This effort was a way to ensure his work served a spiritual goal aligned with Sai's love, ultimately bringing merit, purity, and bliss to readers.