"Today I told my mom how much she means to me and how she made me want to be a good father"
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Day 2: simple and sweet
Started this discussion. Last reply by Deb~ Community Manager on Friday. 1 Reply 1 Like
The second day of giving was simple and sweet. A girl in my math class was sitting at her desk this morning, just doing her work. I know how much she enjoys snacks- especially apples. So I asked her…Continue
Day 1
Started this discussion. Last reply by Deb~ Community Manager Jul 6, 2012. 1 Reply 1 Like
My 1st gift goes out to my wife Heather. She has been feeling sick the past few days and actually just came home from the hospital yesterdayI got her a nice pair of comfy slippers to help her…Continue
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Brent posted a blog postpizza and small stuff
My gift yesterday was a to bring my grandmother a slice of her favorite pizza. I was coming home late and decided to pick up a couple slices. I remembered she really enjoys this pizza. I dropped off a piece for her to enjoy for lunch the next day.Today I am in the zone...I am going to give a lot of small gifts. I started by bringing my sister, who is pregnant and has a sweet tooth, a yummy dessert. My wife made really good brownies that I knew Meredith would love.Another gift was somewhat…See More
Brent posted a blog postGift 3: spreading the word
Today I led a discussion group on "29 Gifts" with students at my high school. The students chose to read the book for their summer reading assignment.The discussion went well and the kids came up with some great questions and dialogue.I asked the students if anyone had tried the 29 day giving challenge. No one in the group had tried it as of yet. I was shocked, so I spent some time telling them all the positive reasons for doing the challenge. We discussed my first 29 day giving challenge and I…See More
Brent posted a blog postDay 30 listening
Today I listened to my wife. This might sound easy or simple, but I really listened. I did not jump in, or give an opinion...I just listened. I could tell that she welcomed that, and later in the evening, I felt she listened to me.I was an active listener to her thoughts about work and the world. I notice that I tend to not be a good listener. I often form ideas when someone is speaking and this is not true listening. This is something I will continue to work on.See More
Brent commented on chelsea.smith's blog post March 2, 2010 (Day 7)"Time goes by so quickly. It is nice to just sit and talk with family."
Lois55 wwt commented on Brent's blog post Day 16"That sounds like so much fun!! What a great memory for your family to keep."
The Flamingo Room commented on Brent's blog post Day 12 & 13"Helping people move is a huge gift, Brent, and a sign of a true friend."
Brent posted a blog postDay 11: time in the snow
My give for the day was time. Today I spent a lot of time just playing in the snow with my wife and son. I skipped my daily workout and instead got a good workout throwing snowballs and sledding. We all had a great time. I love winter and I love snow days!
Brent posted a blog postDay 9 and 10: a card and French toast
Yesterday I sent out a birthday card to a very important person. Father Steve has done so much to help my family over the years. He is a priest that is very close to us. With the recent death of my cousin, life has been especially tough on my grandmother and my aunt. Father Steve has been there to help with the viewing and funeral and to comfort my family.My give for yesterday was to write out a nice birthday card to him and send it out. He deserves so much more but I know he will value this…See More
Girl from Oz commented on Brent's blog post Day 8: Helping out my grandmother"Enjoy every minute you have w/ her.......(I miss my Grandma and doing things like that for her).... And It means the world to her!!"
Toye commented on Brent's blog post Day 8: Helping out my grandmother"That so sweet, Brent! What better gift than to give your time and attention to your Nan."
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- Why I'm choosing to give:
- To help the world become a better place for my son and all others
- What I'd most like to receive:
- I would like to see a change in the way people act. It seems that too often people are concerned with issues and things that are not important.
In an age of technology and economic upheaval...we need to remember people
- How did you hear about the 29-Day Giving Challenge?
- The book 29 gifts
- About me:
- I am a husband, a father, a special education teacher and a tennis coach....I enjoy spending time with my family, being outdoors, golf and reading.
- Do you agree to read and follow the 29Gifts Code of Conduct once you join our site?
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Brent's Blog
pizza and small stuff
Posted on October 1, 2010 at 6:22am 2 Comments 0 Likes
My gift yesterday was a to bring my grandmother a slice of her favorite pizza. I was coming home late and decided to pick up a couple slices. I remembered she really enjoys this pizza. I dropped off a piece for her to enjoy for lunch the next day.
Today I am in the zone...I am going to give a lot of small gifts. I started by bringing my sister, who is pregnant and has a sweet tooth, a yummy dessert. My wife made really good brownies that I knew Meredith would love.
Another gift…
Continue Gift 3: spreading the word
Posted on September 29, 2010 at 9:48am 2 Comments 0 Likes
Today I led a discussion group on "29 Gifts" with students at my high school. The students chose to read the book for their summer reading assignment.
The discussion went well and the kids came up with some great questions and dialogue.
I asked the students if anyone had tried the 29 day giving challenge. No one in the group had tried it as of yet. I was shocked, so I spent some time telling them all the positive reasons for doing the challenge. We discussed my first 29 day…
Continue Day 30 listening
Posted on March 4, 2010 at 6:34am 3 Comments 0 Likes
Today I listened to my wife. This might sound easy or simple, but I really listened. I did not jump in, or give an opinion...I just listened. I could tell that she welcomed that, and later in the evening, I felt she listened to me.
I was an active listener to her thoughts about work and the world. I notice that I tend to not be a good listener. I often form ideas when someone is speaking and this is not true listening. This is something I will continue to work on.
Day 29: Meredith
Posted on March 2, 2010 at 2:03pm 2 Comments 0 Likes
Today I called my sister on my way home from work just to check in with her and see how things were going. She is getting married this summer and moving into a new house-so things are pretty busy for her right now. I let her know that I would help her move and that we could assist in anything they need help with for the wedding. It was nice to talk to her.
Comment Wall (14 comments)
- At 4:52am on October 17, 2012,
Deb~ Community Manager said… ENJOY A FABULOUS BIRTHDAY!
- At 4:03am on October 17, 2012, Lois55 wwt said…
Happy birthday, I hope it's an awesome day for you~
- At 3:56am on October 17, 2011, Deb~ Community Manager said…
HAPPY BIRTHDAY~ BRENT!
- At 3:31am on October 17, 2011, Lois55 wwt said…
Happy birthday to you, I hope it is a special day!
- At 2:56am on October 17, 2011,
Michele wwt said… Have a very happy birthday, Brent! :)
- At 7:37am on October 17, 2010, Deb~ Community Manager said…
- HAPPY BIRTHDAY BRENT!
- At 6:38am on October 17, 2010,
Dawn wwt said… 
- At 3:19am on October 17, 2010, Lois55 wwt said…
- HAPPY BIRTHDAY!
- At 1:00pm on September 29, 2010, Deb~ Community Manager said…
- Great post and gifts Brent! ;o)
- At 3:15pm on July 27, 2010, Deb~ Community Manager said…
- Hope all is well with you Brent!
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