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Joanna Young
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- United Kingdom
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Profile Information
- Why I'm choosing to give:
- To lighten my heart
- What I'd most like to receive:
- Friendship
- How did you hear about the 29-Day Giving Challenge?
- From a friend
- About me:
- I live and work in the west coast of Scotland. I'm a writer, writing coach, blogger, adult education teacher and committed lifelong learner. I write the Confident Writing blog which has been a wonderful experimeng in giving and receiving. I also enjoy sharing ideas, photos, words and inspiration through community blogs (Joyful Jubilant Learning), Flickr and Twitter.
- Website:
- http://confidentwriting.com
- Other Website:
- http:///www.flickr.com/photos/joanna_young/
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Joanna Young's Blog
Day 25 - 27: Giving as you go
Posted on December 12, 2008 at 1:11am — 4 Comments
Days 18 to 24: Too Busy to Write the Journal!
I have kept giving as my focus though. I've given quite a lot (more than I intended) in charitable donations, acting more on impulse than I normally do. From small amounts - a pound in a collection tin - to larger amounts, £50 towards the Bethlehem appeal from Medical Aid for Palestinians. I've tried to give to things where I felt my… Continue
Posted on December 9, 2008 at 3:13am — 1 Comment
Day 17: The Start of a New Month
I gave a small donation to an AIDS charity in honour of World Aids Day, and tried to do a little bit of raising awareness too.
I'm talking to the charity I'm hoping to volunteer with on Wednesday, and I'm feeling really good about the chance to give my skills and experience to them.
I gave my time and attention to a friend, who needed to offl… Continue
Posted on December 1, 2008 at 1:23pm — 3 Comments
Day 15 and 16: Taking Time to Learn
courtesy
respect
listening to others
smiles
laughter
encouragement
kindness
friendship
support
gratitude to those who teach, and those who learn
enthusiasm
focus
attention
Not so bad really....
The two days were cold, really cold, but bright and sunny. I had 30 minutes after the class to walk in fading light. So I walked along the loch, took photographs, and gave thanks… Continue
Posted on December 1, 2008 at 1:17pm — 1 Comment
Day 14: The Start of Winter
Except to remember it was the first bright, sweet day of winter, with snow on the hills.
Posted on November 28, 2008 at 1:00pm —
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It's wonderful to get to know people all over the world who are sharing their approach to giving in so many different and creative ways.
A great big "Hey!" from Woodstock, Ga, USA! I am so happy we have so many givers from all over the world! Thanks for joining at such an exciting time! I am on the 11th day in the 6th round of 29 days. I hope you have the wonderful experience here that I have!
Let me know if you need any help!
We did a "give" in Atlanta a few months ago and gave away 100 roses on a sidewalk, it was 9 members from the metro ATL area, we started a "local" group, and you can start or join one too!
Make friends, read blogs, write blogs and leave other folks comments! Post pics and videos, join inner groups and GIVE! Have fun and watch for miracles to happen in your life when you do 29 in 29! Hope to see you around in the site!
sharon
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 the directions here.
Help Us Grow: Please help spread the word, and encourage the spirit of generosity in the world. Email the 29gifts.org link to friends and invite them to join us. Write about the challenge and include a badge or our video on your website, blog, facebook, or myspace page.
Make sure you check out our CAUSE OF THE MONTH. For the month of November, the 29 Gifts Community is supporting the Find A Way Foundation and their latest project called Café Inclusion, founded by fellow 29Giver, Steffany Lohn. Café Inclusion will provide career training and jobs for people who face various disabilities. Click here to learn more about Cafe Inclusion.
Happy giving!
P.S. Don't miss our cool new downloadable gift card and handy 29-Day Giving Calendar, which helps you keep track of your gifts.
Love and Light,
Elly Rose