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Karen Laven
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- Why I'm choosing to give:
- I'm choosing to give because I selfishly realize that it is the only true way to receive an abundance of peace and serenity (the good ol' PS ;-). In short snippets in my life I've instinctively learned that when I did/said something that was true and kind, I felt something inside that was unique; something that was amazing and, although meant for me, came through the world energy and radiated from me. The problem is, that radiation doesn't last long. Reading Cami's book put the finger upon why; it's gotta be done regularly. Scary to tackle (I'm not worthy) yet I understand.
- What I'd most like to receive:
- PS! (See above :-)
- How did you hear about the 29-Day Giving Challenge?
- Cami's book
- About me:
- I am a mother, author, freelance writer, DJ, actress and worrier with strong agoraphobic tendencies. (What a catch my husband got, eh?)
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- Yes
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Day 5--STINKS
Posted on July 13, 2012 at 4:26pm 10 Comments 2 Likes
I am not even done with the first week and I'm exhausted with this "giving" thing. Hubby and 2 boys are sucking the giving right outta me. I never really "tallied" how drained I get from just getting through the day with these three boys/men. Does that count as giving for the 29 Day Challenge? I don't believe so. Really...Mom guilt sucks. Of course I love them (not that I wouldn't write that even if I didn't) but still, it feels so crazy. Shouldn't we have a giving retreat for us…
Continue Days 1-4
Posted on July 12, 2012 at 4:55pm 6 Comments 2 Likes
Day 1: pumped up, yet strangely nervous that I wouldn't find the right gift to give. Actually, wondering why I got myself into this (I ask myself that every time I try something new). Then I got down to going through my clutter and boxing some of it to store and some to give away. Just taking that step to begin to declutter my life felt heavenly. A gift to my soul -- and will end up going to the needy, as well. So, good…
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- At 6:22am on November 22, 2012,
Deb~ Community Manager said… HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU...
- At 7:33am on July 15, 2012, Deb~ Community Manager said…
You are so funny! Love it! :o)
- At 7:22am on July 15, 2012,
Lois55 wwt said… I am on my way,hehehe.......
- At 6:53am on July 15, 2012, Deb~ Community Manager said…
Enjoy a blessed day~ Karen...
- At 6:52am on July 15, 2012, Lois55 wwt gave Karen Laven a gift…
- At 6:51am on July 15, 2012, Lois55 wwt said…
I already love your sense of humor and ways with words, Karen! I am so glad to be on this journey together with you!
- At 4:19am on July 15, 2012, Lois55 wwt said…
Welcome aboard, Karen! I'm looking forward to getting to know you!
- At 6:37am on July 14, 2012, Susie said…
I sooo like your sense of humor, I think it serves you well. Laughter is truly the best medicine, and thank you for making me laugh! You CAN give yourself a retreat, even if it a just a short one, locking yourself in the bathroom and posting a DO NOT DISTURB sign. Sacred sanity time and no negotiation. We all fall, and pick ourselves up, maybe that was a sign from the universe, you didn't fall, you are suceeding!
- At 6:24am on July 14, 2012, Deb~ Community Manager said…
Happy weekend, Karen!
- At 5:25pm on July 12, 2012, Deb~ Community Manager said…
Great post and gifts, Karen! :o)
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