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Really great books you have read.
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If you want others to be happy, practice compassion. If you want to be happy, practice compassion. ~Dalai Lama
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I loved the audio version of Eat Pary Love by Elizabeth Gilbert. It's read by the author and you can almost see her sitting across for you with a cup of coffee, telling you the story. I highly recommend it.
A place for readers to share and discuss what they're reading and recommend their favorite books to others.
never under estimate the power of a few kind words. I know what you mean about needing this, and i applaud you for coming back. congrats on the new babe!
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- Why I'm choosing to give:
- To be the change I want to see in the world.
- What I'd most like to receive:
- A new, productive habit.
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- dailygood.org
- About me:
- Mid-thirties, married woman living near Peoria, IL and attending grad school at Bradley University
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the internal struggle
This weekend has been marked by an internal struggle, trying to figure out how to deal with my family. A few years ago, I received notification via e-mail that my grandmother had passed away. This was received days after the fact, and my parents called me accusingly, why haven't you called with condolences? I expressed my hurt and anger, and requested that it not happen again.
It did. I suppose that this was predictable, since they seem to do things they know will upset me and then call me craz… Continue
It did. I suppose that this was predictable, since they seem to do things they know will upset me and then call me craz… Continue
Posted on May 18, 2009 at 5:04am — 7 Comments
round??
I have decided that it is too much to try toi count the rounds, and the days. sonce my goal is for a new habit, i have simply decided that counting these for the rest of my days is beyond my capacity.
I am beginning to understand the concept of St. Francis' "make me an instrument of thy peace." How simply being a calming influence in a room, on a street, in the grocery store can shift the balance toward tolerance and peace.
This is on gift i strivew to give continually. not that i always succe… Continue
I am beginning to understand the concept of St. Francis' "make me an instrument of thy peace." How simply being a calming influence in a room, on a street, in the grocery store can shift the balance toward tolerance and peace.
This is on gift i strivew to give continually. not that i always succe… Continue
Posted on April 5, 2009 at 7:17am —
Day 29 of Round two
my head is in a blur. It is so easy to get into the rhythm of day to day... this challenge has really helped me to be more mindful of every day. not perfection, mind you, but improvement. :)
Posted on November 29, 2008 at 9:07pm — 1 Comment
Holy Cow it's day 29!
It went unbelievably fast...What have I learned? I have learned that I impact the world around me in a million small ways. Being mindful of it is the tough part.
Today, I gave my hubby a dozen roses, to say thank you for comforting me and talking with me and making the effort to meet me halfway. I lucked out with that one, i'll tell ya.
I have received more than i have given. The process of being mindful has opened my eyes to all the blessings i receive, too. In a day or two i will officially… Continue
Today, I gave my hubby a dozen roses, to say thank you for comforting me and talking with me and making the effort to meet me halfway. I lucked out with that one, i'll tell ya.
I have received more than i have given. The process of being mindful has opened my eyes to all the blessings i receive, too. In a day or two i will officially… Continue
Posted on October 29, 2008 at 7:47pm — 2 Comments
Honoring my Nephew
I am nearing the end of my first round, and today was the best give yet. It is a selfish thing, because i really wanted to be there, but I attended my nephew's Eagle Scout Court of Honor Ceremony today. What a great kid! I would not have missed ot for the world. I am so glad i went, even though it's not the easiest of drives and i have tests and papers due this week, it was so very worth it to support him and to Celebrate all the hard work and dedication that he has put into this.
It struck me,… Continue
It struck me,… Continue
Posted on October 26, 2008 at 6:37pm — 1 Comment
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- At 5:33am on September 27, 2009,
Sabriyah Fatimah said…
Free Glitter Graphics, Thank You Glitter Graphics
- At 10:33am on January 1, 2009,
Sabriyah Fatimah said…
New Year - Glitter Graphics
Glitter Graphics for Hi5, Orkut, Myspace, Friendster Best wishes for a happier, more prosperous, successful, peaceful, and abundantly gracious new year!
- At 7:09am on December 15, 2008,
Sabriyah Fatimah said…
- Hello- I thought this was nice for everyone regardless of religion or beliefs. Have a peaceful, beautiful day of the spirit.
A holiday affirmation:
I embrace the holiday season with joy and an open heart. I look at this time of year through the eyes of a child full of excitement. I gift others with kindness and a sincere smile. I feel at peace and view my life as the miracle that it is.
from Phylameana's wonderful holistic healing email
- At 8:28pm on November 29, 2008,
Stacey S. said… - Thanks for your comment I had a lot of fun decorating the cake.
- At 9:18am on October 20, 2008,
Sabriyah Fatimah said…
- Thanks for the nice comment on my last blog post. This is positive reinforcement and encouragement that I may need on a down day. I am hoping that your patience and perserverance (called Sabr in Arabic) will get you through the fearful times and that everything will turn out well for you in the end. Also I love your header quote. Happy giving.
- At 5:21am on October 11, 2008,
Missy Jean said… - Hi Sweetie, thanks for the reminder about Pash at the meditation center... the reminder that even if you *have* to give as part of your job, *how* you do it is often the real gift... you are the bestest! xox M
- At 12:31pm on October 1, 2008,
Kirsten said… - Thank you soooo much Ann for your thoughtful advice! I really do appreciate it and I'll let you know what happens.
- At 11:44am on August 28, 2008,
Jessi Foglia said… - At a b-day party last night someone just got back from Durango...Co or New Mexico...forgot...but he said it is perfect weather, close to Santa Fe and not far from Denver and just a really nice little place to live...so that is my most recent info....take care....Jessi
- At 8:22am on August 27, 2008,
Jessi Foglia said…
- Oh....just like here only add many iches more of snow and HUGE mosquitoes......my sister lives in Galesburg....any other ideas about where to live....not humid, cool breezes year round...easy winter living....Denver????
- At 7:53pm on August 26, 2008,
Shuronda Robinson said… - thanks Ann! i appreciate your feedback! good luck with the new school year...love and joy to you, shuronda
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Feel a little shorthanded in my reporting for today, I didn't do too much I was kind of tired and wiped out. So my main gives today were a few hours for the boys to swim, play ball and go workout.Then afterwards a trip through Little Caesars which...
Does a smile count? A "Good evening"? You know, to a stranger, to the person in the gas station even if you are just passing by, walking. Anyway, today it was just my baby and me the whole day. So I guess my baby was the receiver today of all the ...
Just 90 days? LOL
Accompanied the guy I work for (or rather I took him) to a movie. I am a Caregiver, taking
care of this guy who's paralyzed from the neck down.
Been taking care of him for the last 2 years (yes, every single day), yet we have nothing in common LOL...
Hi Jane:
Thanks for this information. A great gift! I passed it on to my friend Juli, who starts chemo tomorrow. She was very appreciative. Thanks again! Keri
Today was an ok day. It snowed last night, which was kind of fun for the holiday season.
My gift today to Chris today was to leave him be when he was upset about something. He took a ride in his car, and I wanted to call him to make sure he was o...
Today I was at Barnes & Noble checking out with some Christmas purchases when I was offered the chance to buy a book for a child. A book mobile with free books and meals goes around to different neighborhoods in the area and gives kids a chance to...
Well, okay. Here it goes.
This morning we had some family photos done. We've been going to the same photographer for years. Instead of just thanking her at the end of the session, I made a point to tell her how much we love her work and how we tr...
Something helpful I learned along the way was to honestly examine my motives in whatever I was doing...this always helps me look at my part of the interaction in a relationship. Am I trying to get attention, control, validation? If my motive are p...
Friday mainly consisted of giving clicks, calls to check on a lonely friend, and a ride home for a friend who called and needed a ride. Saturday I called a friend who has MS to check on her. She lives about 3 hours away so haven't seen her since M...
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