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Chrissy, thank you for going through all of that effort to give us a 15 minute practice, I can't wait to start it. Knowing the effort you put in will make my effort to use it a little greater. The gift you gave to CHristopher is much more than a c...
Meg your friendship has given me more than I think you could ever know. You inspire me in so many ways - your thoughtfulness, your joy, your faith, the compassion you bring to the world around you... mark that down for one of your last 22 days :)
There are actually 2 gifts I have been giving - that scare me to death. I can't write about them because they concern my job and what it is I am most afraid of. But letting go of my fear feels good.
I am into this a week and am thinking how can I come up with 22 more things to give. It made me think about what I am getting out of this experience. Many of my gifts have been given without me seeing the joy of the recipient. They are dropped at ...
I just loved this entry! I too have a super loyal dog and try to get her on walks daily. She loves the dog park. I might do that for her today as inspired by you!!
You have a wonderful attitude-- turning paying a parking ticket into giving a gift! That nice note will probably brighten someone's day.
Kudos to you!!! I love how you turned a nasty parking ticket into a gift. That was a brilliant idea ;-)
Thanks for the feedback.
You have been doing so good! Gr8 gifting! Blessings and have a gr8 evening too :o)
There are so many small gifts that mean so much to others. And they don't always have to be bought or cost money. Have fun on this awesome journey.
Isn't it fun? Who could have guessed we could love to give so much :0)
Last night I laid in bed thinking about all of the people I would like to offer gifts to. It made me think how much I love to receive little gifts for no reason. I hope to bring this joy to others. I want to wrap each gift as well. It is fun to re...
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- Why I'm choosing to give:
- To make a change in this world. Giving to others creates and string of generous actions that will make this world more kind.
To teach my girls the power of being generous with your time, talent and treasure.
- What I'd most like to receive:
- The ability to be generous with all I have. No strings attached. No fear of not having enough.
- How did you hear about the 29-Day Giving Challenge?
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- About me:
- I am 44 years old, mother of 2 beautiful pre-teen girls, happily married to a the man of my dreams and a child of a loving God.
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Day #7 Changed my profile
I am into this a week and am thinking how can I come up with 22 more things to give. It made me think about what I am getting out of this experience. Many of my gifts have been given without me seeing the joy of the recipient. They are dropped at doors, delivered by someone else, dropped in the mail. So in giving, I am not expecting anything in return yet I know that these friends and strangers will somehow pay it forward. When we receive nice notes, little gifts, we in turn are a little happier… Continue
Posted on November 22, 2009 at 12:28pm — 3 Comments
Irish love to my friend in need, Day #4
Today the weather is gloomy, cloudy, very autumnal. I love sun so never feel quite right when it clouds over. Yesterday I emailed my best friend to ask her to meet for lunch at our favorite restaurant. It is a place that gives all of its profits to charity. ALl of the waiters are volunteers. THey have an incredible book shop attached. I woke up not feeling so great but decided to go anyway. I brought her a shamrock Christmas tree ornament to remind her of a trip she and her family took this summ… Continue
Posted on November 19, 2009 at 2:05pm — 2 Comments
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Today I regifted something that I loved. It was a piece of art that is made of metal and shaped like a flower. It is bright and cheery. I decided to give this to the custodial woman at our girls' school. She is a great role model for all of the girls. She is a completely competent woman doing everything from fixing the boiler to riding a lawn mower, to sanitizing everything to keep our kids healthy. To boot, she comes in everyday with her hair curled or braided, wearing make-up and always in a g… Continue
Posted on November 18, 2009 at 2:09pm — 3 Comments
Day #2
Last night I laid in bed thinking about all of the people I would like to offer gifts to. It made me think how much I love to receive little gifts for no reason. I hope to bring this joy to others. I want to wrap each gift as well. It is fun to receive a gift but it is really fun to receive a wrapped gift. TOday I sent my sister a few CD's. She lives out of town so I wrapped them with a bow, put in a card and dropped it in the mail. I can't wait until she gets it. Tomorrow I have a gift for one… Continue
Posted on November 16, 2009 at 3:56pm — 3 Comments
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- At 2:23pm on November 15, 2009,
genuine said… - Hey! I'm from MN too.
Welcome to 29 Gifts! I'm so glad you decided to join us.
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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!
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So, kind of a slow week. It feels a little like cheating, but my gifts for Wed and Thurs were comments and acknowledgment of things that my husband and coworkers do/have done. My husband is.... not overly motivated when it comes to helping with ho...
Have you ever tried to buy a simple fedex t-shirt? Why would you, right?
Well, one of my sister's friends from Romania wanted one because his nickname is Fedex. If you want to know why, you have to take me out for coffee...it's a funny story that...
It seemed appropriate on the day after Thanksgiving, a day dedicated to giving thanks and eating, to donate to a charity that is committed to feeding hungry children. So my first day of giving was a donation to the 'We've Got Your Back' backpack p...
I give to charity as much as possible. Animals, Cancer Walks, Easter Seals whatever I can. This seemed to grab my attention because this isn't something I can just write a check or charge on my credit card, this is something I need to stop and thi...
Very nice suggestions, Dawn! Bravo!
I'm normally not a Black Friday shopper, but during my Thanksgiving visit with my Mom yesterday, she mentioned several things that she needs. So, today I was on a mission. I found a nightgown that was just what she wanted, but they didn't have her...
My mom and I were running errands today. We stopped by our friend at work just to say hi. I think she enjoyed the company and that we were thinking of her!
Beautiful.
Great gift to your girls! They'll be able to carry on your family Thanksgiving traditions!
It seems appropriate to start a cycle of giving the day after a holiday dedicated to giving thanks.
I read the article about 29 gifts in Body & Soul magazine over a month ago, and thought, "what a cool thing. I should do that." Then something shi...
While doing something nice for others, you are also doing an even more wonderful thing for yourself. Life IS good!
Thank you, Deb. I hope to get my hip x-rayed tomorrow - it has been unbearably painful for about 2 1/2 months. Once I get the x-rays, the next step is probably PT.
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