"Bonfire's can be so cathartic! almost like a magic ritual, exorcising the past. it is even more powerful when shared with a caring friend. sounds like you had a busy last few days. Good Going. Hugs, Dawn"
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Chris
- 52, Female
- Westport, CT
- United States
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Chris posted a blog postDays 26-29
I forgot to report about my last few days of the give:I helped a friend decide what to do about wedding photos from her just-ended, very bad marriage. (We had a bonfire.)I made sad people laugh.I hugged a lot of people.I volunteered at the animal shelter.I passed job leads on to those in need of work.I signed up to give a pro bono speech for a job seekers group.The 29 Day Give has been quite powerful for me, and I'm very grateful for all I've received as a result. Another big shout-out to my…See More
Carrie commented on Chris's blog post Days 21-25"Don't forget to mention our coffee-time... always a big give when you take time for me! Totally enjoyed it and all the sharing between you, me and Alison. XO"
genuine, wwt, welcomer commented on Chris's blog post Days 21-25"I love the comment about giving yourself a break. Giving to yourself is important, and it's great to recognize that by giving to yourself you may also be giving to others ... by giving them a "better you" (one that's not grouchy,…"
Dawn wwt commented on Chris's blog post Days 21-25"good one about giving yourself a break, thus sparing the world your grouchiness :-D cuddling kittens, what a fun give! for you and the kittens."
Chris posted a blog postDays 21-25
I think I'm losing track of the numbers! But, here's what I remember:Day 21 - I gathered clothing to donate to Goodwill and books to go to the library for their book sale.Day 22 - I spent 2 hours cuddling kittens at the animal shelter.Day 23 - I gave myself a break...not technically giving to others, but sparing others from my grouchiness was very likely a big gift to the world!Day 24 - I gave someone a referral to several web sites.Day 25 - I agreed to do a pro bono workshop.See More
Chris posted a blog postDays 18 - 20
Day 18 came and went, and I didn't think I'd given anything, when I remembered all the smiles I'd shared with people at the grocery store. I think that's a give - the gift of community and laughter.Day 19 brought the opportunity for me to give a bunch of job leads to two women in a program I've created with a fellow coach called The Results Club. We're helping job-seekers by teaching classes on resumes, interviewing, networking, social media, etc. The program's almost over, but I've connected…See More
Chris commented on Mary Ann's blog post Day 5"I love that you're embracing this practice, Mary Ann! And, I'm looking forward to seeing you soon, at the EWN luncheon."
Chris left a comment for Mary Ann"Yikes, the pressure! I'll do my best to live up to your anticipation! Hope you feel better soon."
Mary Ann left a comment for Chris"Thank YOU, my friend! This snow day had me housebound, along with a whopping case of the flu, and yet...what a delightful series of events, all beginning with your newsletter! That's two months in a row, darlin' - I can hardly wait to see…"
Chris left a comment for Mary Ann"Oh, this is just too fabulous! You signed up, and you and Carrie found one another....I love how this all works, and I can totally picture a coffee or lunch with both you and Carrie. Maybe we can all meet at the next EWN luncheon (in March)? If not,…"
Carrie commented on Chris's blog post Days 13 - 16"I just may need to get a job waiting tables, Chris! ;-) Just kidding, I'm always on the receiving end of your generosity! The gives that made me smile are the catnip and lint gives. Little things that actually improve the quality of life in…"
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- Why I'm choosing to give:
- To be the change I wish to see in the world.
- What I'd most like to receive:
- Love.
- How did you hear about the 29-Day Giving Challenge?
- Carrie told me.
- About me:
- I'm a life and career coach, a gardener, a cook, a reader, a daughter, a movie-goer, and a friend.
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Chris's Blog
Days 26-29
Posted on March 25, 2009 at 5:54am 1 Comment 0 Likes
I forgot to report about my last few days of the give:
I helped a friend decide what to do about wedding photos from her just-ended, very bad marriage. (We had a bonfire.)
I made sad people laugh.
I hugged a lot of people.
I volunteered at the animal shelter.
I passed job leads on to those in need of work.
I signed up to give a pro bono speech for a job seekers group.
The 29 Day Give has been quite powerful for me, and I'm very grateful for all… Continue
I helped a friend decide what to do about wedding photos from her just-ended, very bad marriage. (We had a bonfire.)
I made sad people laugh.
I hugged a lot of people.
I volunteered at the animal shelter.
I passed job leads on to those in need of work.
I signed up to give a pro bono speech for a job seekers group.
The 29 Day Give has been quite powerful for me, and I'm very grateful for all… Continue
Days 21-25
Posted on March 13, 2009 at 9:47pm 3 Comments 0 Likes
I think I'm losing track of the numbers! But, here's what I remember:
Day 21 - I gathered clothing to donate to Goodwill and books to go to the library for their book sale.
Day 22 - I spent 2 hours cuddling kittens at the animal shelter.
Day 23 - I gave myself a break...not technically giving to others, but sparing others from my grouchiness was very likely a big gift to the world!
Day 24 - I gave someone a referral to several web sites.
Day 25 - I agreed to do a… Continue
Day 21 - I gathered clothing to donate to Goodwill and books to go to the library for their book sale.
Day 22 - I spent 2 hours cuddling kittens at the animal shelter.
Day 23 - I gave myself a break...not technically giving to others, but sparing others from my grouchiness was very likely a big gift to the world!
Day 24 - I gave someone a referral to several web sites.
Day 25 - I agreed to do a… Continue
Days 18 - 20
Posted on March 7, 2009 at 9:37am 1 Comment 0 Likes
Day 18 came and went, and I didn't think I'd given anything, when I remembered all the smiles I'd shared with people at the grocery store. I think that's a give - the gift of community and laughter.
Day 19 brought the opportunity for me to give a bunch of job leads to two women in a program I've created with a fellow coach called The Results Club. We're helping job-seekers by teaching classes on resumes, interviewing, networking, social media, etc. The program's almost over, but I've… Continue
Day 19 brought the opportunity for me to give a bunch of job leads to two women in a program I've created with a fellow coach called The Results Club. We're helping job-seekers by teaching classes on resumes, interviewing, networking, social media, etc. The program's almost over, but I've… Continue
Day 17 - Giving Thanks
Posted on March 2, 2009 at 8:07pm 3 Comments 0 Likes
Well, it's day 17, and today, I gave thanks for the following:
- snowfall that was deep enough to keep me in my pajamas all day, working from home.
- the angels who decided to shovel my mom's walk, and wouldn't take any money from her, saying they were just "doing unto others"
- that my friends Carrie and Mary Ann found one another here on 29 Gifts
- that others joined 29 Gifts because I wrote about it in my newsletter… Continue
- snowfall that was deep enough to keep me in my pajamas all day, working from home.
- the angels who decided to shovel my mom's walk, and wouldn't take any money from her, saying they were just "doing unto others"
- that my friends Carrie and Mary Ann found one another here on 29 Gifts
- that others joined 29 Gifts because I wrote about it in my newsletter… Continue
Days 13 - 16
Posted on March 2, 2009 at 8:16am 3 Comments 0 Likes
On day 13, I gave a waiter at the Tick Tock Diner in NY City a walloping tip, and he thanked me profusely.
On day 14, I gave $10 to a man who approached me at the Reagan National airport and told me he was just released from prison and was on his way to a parole meeting and had lost his way and decided to walk to the airport to see if he could get a cab he couldn’t afford. He said he had nothing to give me but to add me to his prayer list. Who knows how he’ll use the money – it’s not… Continue
On day 14, I gave $10 to a man who approached me at the Reagan National airport and told me he was just released from prison and was on his way to a parole meeting and had lost his way and decided to walk to the airport to see if he could get a cab he couldn’t afford. He said he had nothing to give me but to add me to his prayer list. Who knows how he’ll use the money – it’s not… Continue
Comment Wall (13 comments)
- At 7:34am on October 14, 2012,
Deb~ Community Manager said… HAPPY BIRTHDAY!
- At 4:53am on October 14, 2012,
Lois55 wwt said… Happy birthday, I hope it's an awesome day~
- At 3:44am on October 14, 2011, Deb~ Community Manager said…
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU!
- At 3:25am on October 14, 2011, Lois55 wwt said…
Happy birthday, I hope it is a special day!
- At 2:13am on October 14, 2011,
Michele wwt said… Happy birthday Chris! :)
- At 5:22am on October 14, 2010, Lois55 wwt said…
- HAPPY BIRTHDAY!
- At 5:31am on October 13, 2010, Deb~ Community Manager said…
- HAPPY BIRTHDAY CHRIS!
- At 5:45am on March 3, 2009, Carrie said…
- I'm up for EWN this month. I'll register today!
- At 8:06pm on March 2, 2009, Mary Ann said…
- Thank YOU, my friend! This snow day had me housebound, along with a whopping case of the flu, and yet...what a delightful series of events, all beginning with your newsletter! That's two months in a row, darlin' - I can hardly wait to see what your April newsletter will bring!!
I'll be at the March EWN luncheon - let's see if we can get Carrie to come, too. Until then..."GIT Your Give On!" Hope Lives! ~Mary Ann
- At 10:23am on February 13, 2009,
Wako said… - Hi Chris, and Welcome. I'm so glad you decided to join us.
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