29-Day Giving Challenge

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Why I'm choosing to give:
To spread some kindness and thoughtfulness as there is not enough emphasis on goodness truth kindness and love in this world
What I'd most like to receive:
A signed copy of a Maya Angelou book
How did you hear about the 29-Day Giving Challenge?
In Psychologies magazine
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London
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http://www.girlsmattercroydon.com
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http://www.boysmatter.com
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Thinking ahead

Hi and good morning. It is 7.25am here in the UK,freezing cold and the car needs scraping and de-icing. I am preparing to get my girls to school and myself to work. I was just thinking about what I can do today. Giving is like fresh new breath every day. I know that someone (or many) are going to feel better today because of what I will actively do. This in turn makes the prospect of today seem even brighter. Was just thinking about the ever- smiling Lollipop lady that stops traffic and lets the… Continue

Posted on January 6, 2009 at 11:30pm — 5 Comments

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Helping in the supermarket

This evening I was in the supermarket getting some last minute bits for the evening meal. I overheard a young lady with a baby trying to find where she could locate some bedsheets for a double bed. I had seen them further down the aisle and at first I walked past her and said nothing. I then realised how helpful it might be to assist her in her search. I walked back and told her where she could find them and she thanked me for my help. I then overheard her say that they only had kingsize or sing… Continue

Posted on January 6, 2009 at 12:36pm — 3 Comments

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Opening our minds

I read in a book today that according to scientists the average person (and that means most of us) only uses 10% of our brain capacity! Whilst I did kind of vaguely know this somehow today it hit a chord. The year is coming to an end and we have the prospect of a new year looming ahead. I have decided today to consciously broaden my horizons and therefore expand the use the of my brain. I am giving myself a gift today and I am sharing it with anyone who reads my blog too. I am going to do some o… Continue

Posted on December 30, 2008 at 8:29am — 5 Comments

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A word of encouragement

This morning I gave a word of encouragement to my husband. He is thinking of changing his career and it will involve a return to studying. He is really tossing the idea around and we have been discussing the different options and impacts. I told him that I am in support regardless of what options he picks. I encouraged him that any change is going to take a period of adjustment and that he should press on and make the changes. A good start to the day because as you speak positively you feel posi… Continue

Posted on December 23, 2008 at 6:28pm — 9 Comments

Alison

Biblical Principles

You know why I love this website its because the principle of giving has a spiritual connection. You can freely give of yourself and of your possessions and actually be totally blessed yourself. We can focus on the external and know that our internal needs are being met. Awesome.
Yesterday I gave some champagne and some hand made chocs to a special lady that I know very rarely gets pampered. She was overwhelmed. But I felt totally blessed as I know that over this very busy season she will have t… Continue

Posted on December 22, 2008 at 4:45am — 2 Comments

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At 11:10pm on December 30, 2008, Elly Rose said…
New Year
At 10:10am on December 8, 2008, sharon said…

At 11:50am on December 7, 2008, Kim Latour said…
Welcome to our community. I hope you enjoy it as much as I have!

Kim
At 6:42am on December 7, 2008, Stacey S. said…
Welcome to this amazing journey! I am on round four of my giving and have gotten so much from doing this challenge, the warmth and energy from this site is awesome
At 1:07am on December 7, 2008, Elly Rose said…
Welcome to the Challenge. It will be an exciting experience. This community is so wonderful and the challenge stretches you. I will be looking for forward to reading your blogs.
Love and Light,
Elly Rose
At 7:23pm on December 6, 2008, sharon said…
Alison,
A great big "Hey!" from Woodstock, Ga, USA! I am so happy we have so many givers from all over the world! Thanks for joining at such an exciting time! I am on the 3rd day in my 7th round of 29 days. I hope you have the wonderful experience here that I have!
Let me know if you need any help!
We did a "give" in Atlanta a few months ago and gave away 100 roses on a sidewalk, it was 9 members from the metro ATL area, we started a "local" group, and you can start or join one too!
Make friends, read blogs, write blogs and leave other folks comments! Post pics and videos, join inner groups and GIVE! Have fun and watch for miracles to happen in your life when you do 29 in 29! Hope to see you around in the site!
sharon
At 6:44pm on December 6, 2008, Shawna said…
Hi, Alison, and welcome. I'm so glad you decided to join us.

Enjoy your 29 Days and don't forget to share some stories to help inspire others. If you need help posting in your Personal Giving Blog, follow the directions here.

Check out our CAUSE OF THE MONTH. For the month of December, the 29Gifts.org Community is supporting Operation Teddy Bear Care, which aims to help South African children whose lives are impacted by the AIDS epidemic. The organization's goal for this Holiday Season is to provide gifts for 1000 children living in poverty by December 31, 2008. Visit TeddyBearCare.org and purchase a Gift Pack and learn more about their work.

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We also encourage you to PLAY GIFT TAG to help spread the word about 29Gifts.org and contribute to our operating expense fund.

Happy giving!

P.S. Don't miss our cool downloadable gift card and handy 29-Day Giving Calendar, which helps you keep track of your gifts.
At 4:05pm on December 6, 2008, Sally said…
As another newbie, welcome, Alison! I'm sure this will be an awesome adventure.
 
 

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