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You don't have to give it away...but it sounds like synchronicity...I'm so sorry for your loss...but the machine will bring joy to a new family now. Best wishes in your decision.
I 've been reading 29Gifts and contemplating what my one gift should be that is something I don't think I can give away.
So today I decided I am going to gift my bubble gum machine - I think. I'm sure you are thinking why is that so hard for me t...
it is a wonderful book, isn't it! great gives to your church and your family! God bless!
I've been reading 29gifts this weekend and can't seem to put it down. On Saturday I bought food to donate to our local food pantry. I spend about an hour at church troubleshooting the computer agan and then had date night with my husband and spent...
lots and lots of wonderful gives! i love the gives to coworkers!
Well I wrote a nice blog for my 6th day and it's not here. I must have forgot to Publsh - bummer. Well I'll just combine the two days now.
I had been thinking back on my week and was so surprised on how much more aware I have become of the little ...
I just wrote about this in my blog. If we are giving just for the sake of saying "well there's my gift today" then that's not the point and then it's just about us. We should be aware of who is open to receiving and the true needs of others around...
It sounds like A LOT to me!! It sounds like a wonderful day.
Bessings and congratulations to you and the family as you welcome your bundle of joy! May she have a blessed life surrounded by much joy and love :0)
welcome, jane! listening is the best give, take care!
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Wow...you're off to a great start! I hope you find this as wonderful and amazing as I have!
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- Why I'm choosing to give:
- Two reasons - I've had minor health issues and seemed too hung up in my own life, then a friend lost her 29 yr old son and it made me reavaluate what is important. Giving the gift of Jesus is the greatest gift of all.
- What I'd most like to receive:
- peace and gratitude to God
- How did you hear about the 29-Day Giving Challenge?
- About me:
- midwestern girl from a large family. Married with 3 children. Son married and expecting our first grandchild, daughter in college and 10 yr old. My priorities are God and family.
- Do you agree to read and follow the 29Gifts Code of Conduct once you join our site?
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JaneD's Blog
Bubble Gum Machine
I 've been reading 29Gifts and contemplating what my one gift should be that is something I don't think I can give away.
So today I decided I am going to gift my bubble gum machine - I think. I'm sure you are thinking why is that so hard for me to part with.
Many years ago I was a single mom with a little boy and my life then was not something I am very proud of. But somehow through that I did manage to hold a job and there I met one of my closest friends. We couldn't have been more different b… Continue
So today I decided I am going to gift my bubble gum machine - I think. I'm sure you are thinking why is that so hard for me to part with.
Many years ago I was a single mom with a little boy and my life then was not something I am very proud of. But somehow through that I did manage to hold a job and there I met one of my closest friends. We couldn't have been more different b… Continue
Posted on November 24, 2009 at 9:00pm — 2 Comments
8th & 9th day
I've been reading 29gifts this weekend and can't seem to put it down. On Saturday I bought food to donate to our local food pantry. I spend about an hour at church troubleshooting the computer agan and then had date night with my husband and spent some quality time together.
Today, Sunday, I ran (or attempted to run) the computer for both services at church. We faithfully tithe to our church and also have pledged additionally to our building fund. I finished collecting the food donations at chu… Continue
Today, Sunday, I ran (or attempted to run) the computer for both services at church. We faithfully tithe to our church and also have pledged additionally to our building fund. I finished collecting the food donations at chu… Continue
Posted on November 22, 2009 at 9:20pm — 2 Comments
6th & 7th day Awareness
Well I wrote a nice blog for my 6th day and it's not here. I must have forgot to Publsh - bummer. Well I'll just combine the two days now.
I had been thinking back on my week and was so surprised on how much more aware I have become of the little gifts I already have been doing and receiving from others. I'm trying to be alert to the needs of the others I come in contact with. I also have noticed that just being nice seems to reflect in my interactions with others - I have been able to control m… Continue
I had been thinking back on my week and was so surprised on how much more aware I have become of the little gifts I already have been doing and receiving from others. I'm trying to be alert to the needs of the others I come in contact with. I also have noticed that just being nice seems to reflect in my interactions with others - I have been able to control m… Continue
Posted on November 21, 2009 at 8:53am — 2 Comments
5th Day Surprise Receive
Well today didn't turn out as planned. I thought my gift would be buying socks that I blogged about yesterday. Adobrable story about a little boy asking for them to give away - but I never got to the store to buy any -will have to wait until tomorrow.
At work - I worked a couple things for another specialist's area. Not that big of a deal as it happens all the time - BUT I was going to need to drive 2 hrs each way for a 30 minute job tomorrow and out of the blue a co-worker who never does this -… Continue
At work - I worked a couple things for another specialist's area. Not that big of a deal as it happens all the time - BUT I was going to need to drive 2 hrs each way for a 30 minute job tomorrow and out of the blue a co-worker who never does this -… Continue
Posted on November 18, 2009 at 8:00pm —
Comment Wall (3 comments)
- At 8:04am on November 15, 2009,
Mary - 29Gifts Welcome Team Lead said…
- Welcome to 29 Gifts! I'm so glad you decided to join us.
Enjoy your 29 Days and don't forget to share some stories to help inspire others. If you need help posting in your Personal Giving Blog, follow these directions.
Help Us Grow: Please help spread the word. We're striving to reach our goal of 29,000 committed givers, and you can help: Send this Invitation to friends, write about the challenge and include a badge or our video on your website, blog, facebook, or myspace page.
The book 29 Gifts: How a Month of Giving Can Change Your Life - authored by 29 Gifts founder Cami Walker is now in stores. You can also buy through Amazon.
Support our Cause of the Month
In November, we're sponsoring a cause that has been started by fellow giver, Lubabat. We are so deeply touched and impressed by Lubabat's strength of character & spirit. Lubabat was diagnosed with MS in the mid 90s and then in August of 09, she was diagnosed with stage 4 metastatic breast cancer. Her reaction has been so inspirational - she is thriving through giving. She is hosting a Christmas Give and her theme is "going small to make a big impact" We have named her our November Cause of the Month and would be grateful for your support!
Happy giving!
Mary
P.S. Don't miss our handy 29-Day Giving Calendar or our cute Gift Note to accompany your gifts.
- At 7:38am on November 15, 2009,
deb jolliff said…
- Beautiful giving! Blessings and hope you have many more enriching experiences =o)
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I LOVE your story!! I got SO excited after I heard your story that I cannot wait to begin to 'give'! I do tend to give a lot now and I feel that anything positive helps one move along a much better path.
I have had MS for 28 years and was told wh...
How did you find the forgotten soldiers? That sounds neat.
You don't have to give it away...but it sounds like synchronicity...I'm so sorry for your loss...but the machine will bring joy to a new family now. Best wishes in your decision.
. . . . I actually didn't give someone a gift today . . . . but I did this morning (day 3) - so i'll make that one count for yesterday ;) . . . i know it is a bit off the point but i am getting there. i am just not sure if that gift was a good ide...
Thank you so much! It is my 3rd day and my life is changing infrot of my eyes...
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Is it in the USA?
Today has been crazy! I got all my school work in on time.. thank you Jesus! My sister and I got a lot of things together for our store and then baked all the pies for Thanksgiving! :).
Today I:
- helped my grandma bake pies
- Finished up my moms...
I 've been reading 29Gifts and contemplating what my one gift should be that is something I don't think I can give away.
So today I decided I am going to gift my bubble gum machine - I think. I'm sure you are thinking why is that so hard for me t...
All of the members of my family are 'fire' signs with bold and strong personalities. As a result, the gift of patience and acceptance is one that is most needed and probably most difficult. This was my focus for today. I hope to keep this as an un...
Thank you Deb!
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Sorry if you havent heard the song "so what?" by pink, other wise, the song they sing might look really wierd.. haha.
"Hush little baby, dont say a word. Mama's gonna by you a mocking bird. And if that mocking bird dont sing, moma's gonna by you ...
Well I they say charity begins at home so i started with my family . I aksed my spouse if he waned me to bring back anything for him. usually I like to reach home as fast as I can from school but I made the stop and brought back what he had asked ...
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