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Debra Doyle
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It's As Simple As A Thought...
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It's As Simple As A Thought...
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This is a great reminder. I haven't talked to several of my best friends for years! Making a list now and will incorporate into my gives.
Thank you, Debra!
Hi Joan,
I saw your e-mail from sept of 2008, sorry that I never replied. I do live in northern California. Your name is familiar. Could you please help me remember where we met. I use to be in the insurance industry.
Debra Doyle
wonderful advice, especially in today's topsy-turvy world. so often we get into a rut in our thinking when a different approach would accomplish wonders. thanks, Debra, for opening my mind to a world of possibilities! Hugs, Dawn
I love this! It's something that I think about alot. I ask myself "How can I use what I have?" I also think it makes giving more enjoyable when your giving something that you love. :)
There are so many organizations, businesses and individuals that need help today. What is the one thing you are good at and love doing? There are so many ways that you can help. You can use your skills to create something new, improve, organize, bui…
The thought of the day is, "Be present so you can receive." Being present is not all that easy these days. With so much to do and so much information we can easily have our mind on three things at once. By being fully present with another individual…
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- Why I'm choosing to give:
- I am a random giver. Which means out of the blue I will give something to a perfect stranger. This is an intuitive jester. I like focusing on the positive. This is one great idea and I'd like to be part of this because it is forward thinking.
- What I'd most like to receive:
- I'd like to receive and give joy!
- How did you hear about the 29-Day Giving Challenge?
- I was referred by a friend.
- About me:
- I am Certified Career and Life Development Coach.
- Website:
- http://www.lifeonaunicycle.com
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- Yes, I agree!
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Match What You Love
There are so many organizations, businesses and individuals that need help today. What is the one thing you are good at and love doing? There are so many ways that you can help. You can use your skills to create something new, improve, organize, build, lead or solve a problem. You can also provide a service, teach others, write to express your opinion, repair or restore something. I know someone who has been out of work for years and has more work than he knows what to do with all because he dec… Continue
Posted on May 20, 2009 at 12:00pm — 2 Comments
Be Present So You Can Receive!
The thought of the day is, "Be present so you can receive." Being present is not all that easy these days. With so much to do and so much information we can easily have our mind on three things at once. By being fully present with another individual, you are giving them your full attention. In return you may receive the greatest gift of all. Take time to be in the present. If you're by yourself today be present with nature. The rewards are many.
Posted on April 19, 2009 at 11:50am — 1 Comment
What can I give to my Mother?
My full attention...My mom broke her finger. She is 85 and a widow, missing my Dad for the last 4 years. She has the need to direct about everything I do for her. Instead of protesting I went along with all of it. Her requests were many, from de-boning a chicken so she could eat, watering the plants, paying a bill, you get the idea. As I leave to go home I wonder if she"ll be ok and I remind her to call me and tell me what she needs.
Posted on July 30, 2008 at 12:39pm —
What I have received.
I am giving everyday. The smallest jester, a smile, a hello or a wave all to complete strangers. Or understanding to my family. I in turn am receiving work I love and people asking me "How are You?" and wonderful conversation. Others are offering me help by giving me information or help on a new business I just started. Each day has been better than the last. I am so great full.
Posted on July 28, 2008 at 11:34am —
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- At 1:48pm on April 19, 2009,
genuine said…
- Hi, Debra.
Nice to meet you.
I love your thought for the day about being present. That's such an important thing we can give people. I try to do that. I am so present to people as A PERSON that I often am not present/pay no attention to certain other things .... one thing I don't pay much attention to is how a person looks .... I don't notice if they got a new hair cut, etc. Yesterday I saw a cousin and he had just gotten a hair cut AND completely shaved off a rather full/long beard and it took a while before I even made notice of it ... because I was just paying attention to HIM, not his face. I was tuned into his thoughts, feelings, etc.
- At 6:04pm on July 18, 2008,
Debra Doyle said…
- Today I choose to spend the day with my daughter eating lunch and painting pottery. We have not done this in a very long time. We both walked away relaxed after a fun day! I also gave a hug to someone I have not seen in years.
- At 12:23pm on July 18, 2008,
Cami Walker -- 29Gifts Founder said… - Hi and welcome. I'm so glad you decided to join us.
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Glad you had such a beautiful day with your friend and your dog and the quiet solitude. You deserve many such days. love from Pauline
I think your gift was your willingness to receive from your family. It sounds to me like your giving is wearing off on them - how loveloy!
How exciting to get your medicine necklace! I keep looking at that as a give to myself as well. I send prayers your way for your family - I'm sure your support of them during their time of need is a perfect gift!
Today was a good 'mindful' day. I tried really, really hard to stay connected to all humans, nature, God etc.... First I took our yellow lab for a nice long walk (he LOVES his walks). The sky was overcast and grey and I really relished the quiet and…
Wow - great first day! Wait unitl you see how this challenge transforms you.
Harriet, this is beautiful. You are sharing your faith in God. I like that your love (as well as your daughter's love by her mission work) is being "sent around the world." As the crosses are sentimental to you, you must have received word from God…
Wow!! Running 12 miles is such an awesome thing to do!! So glad your son did not have cancer. Wonderful give Jeannine.
This was a very nice gift to your babysitter. I am sure she really appreciated the extra money this time of year.
I am training to run a half marathon to benefit The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.
Today I ran 12 miles and while doing so pictured donating the energy to cancer patients and there families.
It as only a few Christmas seasons ago that my son was admit…
What wonderful gives Harriet. I am sure they will be greatly appreciated.
My prayers are with you and your mother Cassandra!! Hang in there and know we all are pulling for you.
Yesterday I ordered "One Magic Christmas" a movie my mom and I used to watch around this time of year. It's a Mary Steenburgen movie and we love it. I found it online after we couldn't find it in stores. It's for her stocking but my sister and I usu…
I nearly finished getting gifts wrapped this afternoon. I just have a few more items to take care of and maybe one more small item to buy before Christmas arrives. Then we have several January birthdays to think about...but I don't want to jump ahea…
This morning i almost started to focus on my husband's attitude but remembered that I had joined this group and I was to only think about giving. I helped my 8 year old son pour milk into his cereal. This is something i seldom do. I made my sister a…
Mbali, this is a very timely subject and the title drew me in immediately. Like, Erin, I too am struggling with an issue of forgiveness, which leaves me feeling anger and distrust of another I only know on the surface, but several things have happen…
"We are ALL doing the best we can with what we have been given", No one is born into this world wanting to be about hurting themselves or another, we just do sometimes. We all have learned from our teachers.. what IT (life/relationships/love/meaning…
Recent gives by new members to help unemployed friends and 29 Gift members find work inspired this group. Encouraging all those looking for work, and those who can help them, to join this very timely endeavor.
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