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Why I'm choosing to give:: I have found that giving even small tokens to others has greatly enriched my life as it helps me redirect my energy towards others. Giving has it's own rewards.

What I'd most like to receive:: Peace in my life

How did you hear about the 29-Day Giving Challenge?: on Craigslist

About me:: I am self-employed as a free lance writer and consultant. Previously, I had a career as a Registered Nurse for 15 years and then became a paralegal. I operated my own paralegal practice that focused on helping people in need get assistance with basic needs. Most of that work was done pro bono. I live in Charlotte, NC.

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Money and sharing

Posted on October 15, 2008 at 10:30pm 0 Comments 0 Likes

On October 15, the music community in my city came together to perform at a benefit for my dying friend. the admission fee was $20, with all proceeds going to medical and living expenses for my friend. The turn-out was tremendous and everyone that performed did an excellent job. Even though it had been a tough week for me finanacially, I gladly paid the $20. My friend's band also performed during the benefit and if one did not know, it would have been hard to tell that this powerful vocalist… Continue

Money and sharing

Posted on October 15, 2008 at 10:30pm 0 Comments 0 Likes

I have been away too long...

Posted on October 14, 2008 at 10:30am 0 Comments 0 Likes

due to the hectic nature of this week, I have n ot been able to blog on this site. Giving has become my priority everyday. On Oct. 14, I encountered a friend of mine who is dealing with dying. He was diagnosed with terminal cancer several months ago and has already remained active much longer than his prognosis indicated. He has had a very difficult time dealing with the diagnosis. In fact, he has been quite reluctant to share his feelings with even his closest friends, his bandmates. For you… Continue

Expressing love for the less fortunate

Posted on October 13, 2008 at 11:53am 6 Comments 0 Likes

Today I had the opportunity to do what was a very simple act but it had a profound effect on my day. I was in my neighborhood coffee shop when a mentally and physically challenged older African American gentleman limped inside. He was very jovial and smiling despite his condition. He spoke with a couple of people whom he seemed to be acquainted with. Then, unexpectedly, he turned to me and said, "I love you."

Surprisingly, I found myself telling him, "I love you too." His face was beaming… Continue

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At 11:44am on October 24, 2008, BJ said…: I would like to personally invite you to join the OPERATION TEDDY BEAR CARE GROUP!

On Sept. 21, I made my give for the day a commitment of 1000 Teddy Bears to Maureen Forbes to give out at South African Children's AIDS Clinics. Please help me reach my Christmas 2008 goal by joining OPERATION TEDDY BEAR CARE. Join our group today and find out how you too can get involved!

Remember, "A Giving heart is a living heart!"

S.M.I.L.E. ~~ "Small Miracles In LIfe Exist"

Help me offer S.M.I.L.E.'s to these beautiful South African Miracles!
Thanks~
BJ

At 3:27pm on October 13, 2008, Elly Rose Tech Support 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 12:58pm on October 13, 2008, Ann Hite said…: Welcome. Thanks for saying YES to the challenge.

Enjoy your 29 days of giving and don't forget to share some stories to help inspire others. Click here if you need help posting stories in your Personal Giving Blog.

PLEASE HELP US GROW: Our collective goal is to revive the giving spirit in the world by inspiring 20,000 people to give at least 29 Gifts to others. Please help spread the word. Here is an email invitation you can send to friends.

CAUSE OF THE MONTH: This month we're supporting fellow 29Giver and breast cancer survivor, Elysia Skye. Elysia really needs our help to raise funds for a surgery her insurance won't cover. Read Elysia's story here. Donate to her surgery fund today if you can and please spread the word about her cause to anyone you think might help.

Good 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.

P.P.S. The 29 Gifts book is now officially in the works and we're looking for 29 amazing giving stories from community members to include. Click here for details on how to submit one of your stories for publication.

At 12:42pm on October 13, 2008, Stacey S. said…: Welcome to this amazing journey!

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