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i love this quote! i will save it and re read it at times when i feel like i am just spinning my wheels and nothing i do or say matters. thanks for helping me to see the bigger picture, Aud. Hugs, Dawn
I really like this quote, as I've been seeing my gifts "sowing seeds" lately. I think of myself as just throwing seeds in a field. Not always knowing where they will land or if they will take root and sprout. Happily though, I have already seen so...
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- Why I'm choosing to give:
- I believe that we share a universal connection to one another and because of this, share a universal responsibility to help one another.
No matter who we are, what we have, or what we do not have, every one of us has something we can "gift" to some one else. In addition, no matter who we are, what we have done or not done, or what we have, every one of us is worthy or receiving these "gifts" from eachother.
In giving these gifts we help one another and we create a positive energy flow into the universe. Others pick up on this flow and add to it, creating a snowball effect and before you know it we are in an avalanche of LOVE.
I'm in love with the world and I am here to nourish it by giving all that I can to make it a better place for all.
- What I'd most like to receive:
- Peace, Love & Positive Energy
- How did you hear about the 29-Day Giving Challenge?
- Oprah Radio
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- One Happy Soul
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LOVE this: "Any ordinary favor we do for someone or any compassionate reaching out may seem to be going nowhere at first, but may be planting a seed we can't see right now. Sometimes we need to just do the best we can and then trust in an unfolding we can't design or ordain." Sharon Salzberg
Posted on June 10, 2009 at 8:49pm — 2 Comments
A Double Give (Or Triple) In One Sweep
Last week I ordered from St. Jude Children's Hospital as a give to them and to myself. They have something called the "Hope Gift Book" and it really has some great gifts in it at reasonable prices.
I ordered a DKNY t-shirt that says "Give Thanks" in green rhinestones for $10. It's a really nice shirt and I love the message.
I also ordered a necklace that says "Hope" in rhinestones with matching earrings from the Liz Claiborne collection for $5. I love it!
100% of the profits go to St. Jude Ch… Continue
I ordered a DKNY t-shirt that says "Give Thanks" in green rhinestones for $10. It's a really nice shirt and I love the message.
I also ordered a necklace that says "Hope" in rhinestones with matching earrings from the Liz Claiborne collection for $5. I love it!
100% of the profits go to St. Jude Ch… Continue
Posted on May 28, 2009 at 8:48pm — 6 Comments
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- At 4:43am on July 22, 2009,
Colleen Friday said…
- Hi I haven't forgotten you, just fallen behind in keeping up with my friends on 29day challenge. I have great devotion to St Jude so went into St Jude Hospital web page,Thanks for sharing this.
- At 8:07pm on June 1, 2009,
genuine said… - You've said you feel like you should be doing something else but aren't sure what. Has life given any clues as to what that might be yet? .... a career change, a new hobby, group, club, class, volunteer opportunity, associating with new people .... I don't know I'm just throwing things out there. I was thinking of you and your feeling of wanting to do something else, and I just know it must be so frustrating to not know what it is.
- At 8:21pm on May 26, 2009,
genuine said…
- Because I am currently unable to blog (don’t ask) I’ve decided to share with some of my friends by leaving comments with what I “would have blogged.”
Oh, I was just kidding about the “don’t ask.” but the truth is I have no idea why I can’t blog (or sign out of the site or send messages). The good part is that I can still leave comments for you and participate in discussions. This happened once before. Erin was helping me try to find solutions … I tried a bunch of things, but no luck. Then all of a sudden one day (at 4am, maybe you saw that blog post) things started working again (after about a week and a half of trouble).
I meant to share this on Friday.
It was a simple "receive" I noticed ... and I'm sure I would not have noticed this and been so grateful for it if it wasn't for my experiences with this challenge.
I run a daycare; that means lots of kids, lots of meals, and lots of dishes to wash.
Often I have the kids use sporks at meal times (you know, they're like spoon/forks, spoons with tines) .... Friday's meal included applesauce though. It seems the kids are always asking for spoons to eat their applesauce in addition to the forks (or sporks) that they need to eat other things. I thought of this on Fri. but just handed out sporks ..............and nobody asked for a spoon in addition to those. I was grateful to have 10 less pieces of silverware to wash.
It's the little things that count, that bring smiles and happiness.
This Memorial Day weekend my BIG GIVE was building a fence with my brother … it was quite a project! We fenced in the backyard play area making it a little easier for me to supervise the daycare kids (and a little safer for them).
- At 7:45pm on May 25, 2009,
genuine said…
- I get what you're saying ... it's not that you think you should be doing something MORE, but just that you feel like you need to be doing something DIFFERENT.
- At 5:05pm on May 24, 2009,
Lubabat Scotland said…
- Thank yo for the info on the book. I will check it out! :)
- At 7:19pm on May 18, 2009,
genuine said…
- oh, I said I hope you're not being a workaholic ....... I guess I also hope that you're not still sick, as I now remember you were ......
basically, I hope all is well
- At 1:58pm on April 26, 2009,
sharon said… - Cami was nominated for me for super woman!
- At 7:00am on April 26, 2009,
sharon said…
- I think several of us had written in to Oprah, we were supposed to be put into the 09 schedule to be on the show! We just never heard back about the date slot.-hmmmm....-s
- At 2:28am on April 26, 2009,
Colleen Friday said…
- Thank you for your encouraging words re "My reason to give". It came just at a time when I am feeling I have so little to offer. Isn't it amazing how our spirits connect though written words! God, The universe is fantastic!
- At 7:34pm on April 25, 2009,
genuine said…
- Hi, Audrey -
I'm happy to add you as a friend. I have enjoyed all your blogs, always find your writing insightful/thought-provoking...so you see blogging is not just bragging about what you've done; it's a give to me and others on this site.
I can totally relate to you being hard on yourself .... I have also always wanted to do more, give more, keep improving myself .... in some ways there's nothing wrong with always striving to be better, but there isn't something wrong with thinking what we already do is not enough. It's something I need to work on to.
Look forward to reading more from you soon.
- At 9:56am on April 25, 2009,
Cristiana Garita said… - I agree on the quote! I use it to remind me of my power and responsibility! Thanks for the friend request, I love your posts and insights. :)
- At 11:10pm on April 24, 2009,
Colleen Friday said…
- Thank you for your inspiring comment on my blog "A change of Heart".
I too have been through a period of family breaking contact with me. It is very sad. To ease my own hurt, I mentally wrapped them in a warm blanket of love and handed them over to God. Being human, I must confess,I did not leave it completely alone. I felt just as they had the right to ignore me I had the right to keep the door of my heart open, so I made sure I sent them sms birthday greetings as well as blessings for Easter and Christmas. This way they can either read or delete the message and I am none the wiser.Its taken years but slowly they are coming back. So just keep faith.
- At 8:39pm on April 24, 2009,
sharon said…
- I found you thru your pics,
1-Did you take these? Or just get them off the internet...
are there stories, they are very moving.
2-Oprah Radio!? When did that happen!? I wrote Oprah about Cami and 29 gifts last summer...
-s
- At 9:34pm on April 16, 2009,
Cristiana Garita said…
- Hi there! Thank you so much for your comment and let me tell you, it doesn't sound crazy at all! I haven't read anything more sane! :) You are a great writer and very connected, it is very comforting to read your posts, thank you for sharing! hugs!
- At 8:31pm on April 16, 2009,
genuine said…
- Halfway through already; huh?
I really enjoyed your post today. I'm so glad you post ... don't think of it as bragging think of it as a "give" to those of us on here. You are insightful and it's great to read your reflections.
There was one on this site who did quit blogging because she felt like it was bragging and that she didn't need praise for giving. Something different works for everyone, I guess.
I liked what Dawn said ... about giving yourself credit for all you give and counting your work ... even if you don't blog about it/share it with others, it's important to recognize all you give; it's important to do that for yourself.
- At 8:54am on April 4, 2009,
genuine said…
- Hey, you changed your name; didn't you?
I love it!
Keep on writing!
- At 9:21pm on April 3, 2009,
Wako said… - Hi Audrey, and welcome. I'm so glad you decided to join us.
Enjoy your 29 Days, and I see you're off to a wonderful wonderful start. I love that Marianne Williamson quote in your post. Thank you for that.
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Our featured cause for the month of April is Seattle Youth Garden Works. At Seattle Youth Garden Works youth, are taught life-skills in a garden setting. They are then trained in basic job skills by selling their organically grown fruits and vegetables at Seattle area farmers markets. As a not-for-profit organization, Seattle Youth Garden Works strives to empower homeless and under-served young adults through garden-based education and employment. We'd love to see you participate in our sponsored drive this month! You can see how HERE.
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- At 8:16pm on April 3, 2009,
Dawn said…
- Hi, Audrey! i am so glad that you found your way to this community. i have had a lot of fun and learned a lot during my two months here, bet you will too. i am looking forward to reading your blogs. Enjoy the journey, and welcome. Hugs, Dawn
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I just found this website... how wonderful, and what a splendid idea... and such a wonderful affirmation to realize we all are gifts to each other as well.
Have you seen the Operation Beautiful website? I'm having a blast putting up Post-It Notes in all the public restrooms I use. Heh.
When doing your Christmas Cards this year, take one card and send it to this address. If we pass this on and everyone sends one card, think of how many cards these wonderful, special people who have sacrificed so much, would get.
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Love the beautiful colours and the inscription... very heartwarming to say that to one's Self. Reminds me of an affirmation that can also be said when looking into a mirror.... "I am beautiful, I am complete". We all need love in this world and a ...
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Congrats on the new baby! Donating to those who need it is always a wonderful gift. Kudos for calling your father's mother. Most of the time, just knowing someone cares is the best comfort for greiving. Happy Friday to you!
As I mentioned in my early posts. My mother-in-law invites my parents to her house for Thanksgiving. They are old friends who actually attened highschool together. Having both of my families together for the holiday is a wonderful treat. Although ...
Hey Deb -- have fun with round 2-- you do bring so much cheer with your comments that in my mind I alwasy read your name as Deb "Jolly"f !! thanks for the joy you share with us all.
Today has been a good day so far ..I wnt to buy my gma a plant to make her happy because my mom and I are leaving for a couple of day and this will make her happy....
Nice give Mercedes, I hope you won't be without work for long.
On Wednesday, I arranged for a local charity that provides transition housing for troubled youth to pick up two bikes and some household items. We're clearing out lots of stuff in anticipation of our baby's arrival, and it was good to know that ou...
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