"Kudos. I know how trying and complex the relationship with a mother can be, especially as an adult. I bet you've done her a world of good as well as when she is gone you will be able to remember that you gave willingly and lovingly even though…"
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Loudara
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Joyce Kirby commented on Loudara's blog post Day 4 Grocery Shopping with Mom"Good give Loudara. Enjoy her while she is here!! My mom has been gone 13 years and I miss her every day. Great give for your mother to her grandson!! Quite a feat at that age."
Loudara posted a blog postDay 4 Grocery Shopping with Mom
My mom is almost 90 and partially blind, but she is queen of her kitchen. Her only grandchild turns 18 tomorrow, and she is making chicken and dumplings for him. So I accompanied her to the grocery and assisted her as she shopped. I have a headache now and need a nap, but she is happy. My gift to her, besides the trip, was to give her a pleasant and companionable outing to and treat her with kindness and generosity. The mother-daughter relationship journey can be rocky and steep, and I'm not…See More
Loudara commented on Loudara's photo
Jasmine 2
"Thanks, she is a real sweetie and loves to be petted (when she's not chasing field mice). I know how you feel about Booty. I lost my favorite cat Pumpkin last spring. She was 16. I always get tears in my eyes when I think of her."
Kaytee8 commented on Loudara's photoJasmine 2
"Dear Loudara,
Jasmine 2 is a beautiful pussycat. I love her white paws and black fur coat. Thank you for posting her picture. She reminds me of my cat, Booty, who was the most wonderful cat in the whole world. I miss him all the time.
Best to…"
Joyce Kirby commented on Loudara's blog post Day 3 Nothing Tastes as Good as Sobriety Feels"Congratulations on 22 years, Loudara!! Awesome accomplishment!! A great give to your friend!!"
Joyce Kirby commented on Loudara's blog post Day 2 Fat Girls Need Nice Clothes Too"Congratulations Loudara on losing 25 pounds. The same thing is happening to me!! I have only lost about 15 so far but feel better without the job stress and the weight!!"
Lucy commented on Loudara's blog post Day 1 New Month, Full Moon, Hopeful Heart"What a wonderful first gift you gave to your mother and sister! I am starting today as well, and it seems a lovely time to do so.
I wish you joy, peace and love on this journey."
Loudara posted a blog postDay 1 New Month, Full Moon, Hopeful Heart
I feel better already! My first gift was a big thank-you to my mother and sister who have taken me in and held me together since I had to quit my job in May. Sometimes I forget that there are people who love me and want me to be happy.
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- Why I'm choosing to give:
- It's been a tough few years for me. I've had a major stress burnout. I had to quit my job and move to another state. I'm feeling ,and it hurts. I need to give because I need to know that I actually have something to give. I need to give because I need to find the good in myself and the people in my world.
- What I'd most like to receive:
- I want to receive the joy of knowing that I can brighten someone's day. I want to share smiles with strangers and friends. I want my heart to grow 3 sizes.
- How did you hear about the 29-Day Giving Challenge?
- NY Times article 12/1/09 "A Prescription for Giving"
- About me:
- Intuitive, creative, interested in art, films, photography, Buddhism. Retired hospital information systems analyst. currently searching for serenity and calm in rural North Carolina. I have a soft spot for animals, share my life with a dog and 2 cats. I'm open-hearted with animals but wary of humans.
- Do you agree to read and follow the 29Gifts Code of Conduct once you join our site?
- Yes
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Day 4 Grocery Shopping with Mom
Posted on December 4, 2009 at 10:39am 3 Comments 0 Likes
My mom is almost 90 and partially blind, but she is queen of her kitchen. Her only grandchild turns 18 tomorrow, and she is making chicken and dumplings for him. So I accompanied her to the grocery and assisted her as she shopped. I have a headache now and need a nap, but she is happy. My gift to her, besides the trip, was to give her a pleasant and companionable outing to and treat her with kindness and generosity. The mother-daughter relationship journey can be rocky and steep, and I'm not… Continue
Day 3 Blog 2 www.letssaythanks.com to our military friends overseas
Posted on December 3, 2009 at 8:58am 0 Comments 0 Likes
This web site is a legitimate service of several large companies (e.g., Xerox) to send greetings and gift boxes to our military stationed overseas. I've verified its legitimacy on Snopes.com.
Day 3 Nothing Tastes as Good as Sobriety Feels
Posted on December 3, 2009 at 6:17am 3 Comments 0 Likes
I'm a recovering alcoholic. I will celebrate 22 years of sobriety on Super Bowl Sunday. Alcoholics, according to the AA Big Book, are selfish and self-centered. I was thinking this morning about how the 29 Gifts program is such a great antidote for my own selfishness and ego. I passed along some info about 29 Gifts to an old AA friend of mine who sponsors and counsels other alcoholics. My hope is that my friend or one of her "babies" in AA will be able to use this program in their recoveries.… Continue
Day 2 Fat Girls Need Nice Clothes Too
Posted on December 2, 2009 at 11:09am 2 Comments 0 Likes
One good thing about losing my job is that I dropped about 25 pounds. Without all the stress, I'm eating better and having fewer chocolate binges. Today I packed up the clothes that are TOO BIG and took them to Goodwill. I hope that some other unemployed fat girl will have a happier day and maybe a brighter future when she finds these clothes.
Comment Wall (10 comments)
- At 4:52am on September 25, 2012,
Deb~ Community Manager said… HAPPY BIRTHDAY!
- At 3:51am on September 25, 2012,
Lois55 wwt said… Happy birthday, I hope it's a special day for you, Loudara~
- At 11:33am on September 25, 2011,
Dawn wwt said…
- At 6:38am on September 25, 2011,
Michele wwt said… Have a very happy birthday! :)
- At 5:53am on September 25, 2011, Deb~ Community Manager said…
HAPPY BIRTHDAY LOUDARA~
- At 4:48am on September 25, 2011, Lois55 wwt said…
Happy birthday to you, I hope it is special!
- At 10:44pm on September 25, 2010, Dawn wwt said…
- Happy Birthday!
- At 7:18am on September 25, 2010, Deb~ Community Manager said…
- HAPPY BIRTHDAY!
- At 11:30am on December 2, 2009,
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 6:50pm on December 1, 2009,
Harriet said… - Hi Loudara! Welcome to the 29 gifts community! Wishing you much joy and blessings as you embark on this journey of giving and receiving!
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