29-Day Giving Challenge

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Why I'm choosing to give:
I think the world is a better place when we're good to each other.
What I'd most like to receive:
I'd like to make some new connections from this. One thing I haven't done much of over the last few years is make new friends and I'd like to change that.
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20-something from Portland, OR.
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http://www.delirity.com
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The Season of Giving (Round 1 Day 1)

Reposted from my website.

After finishing up NaBloPoMo I thought I'd wait until the beginning of 2009 before doing a "challenge" of any sort, with my next one being the 29 Day Giving Challenge. Then I realized there was a flaw in my thinking - this one isn't about me completing the challenge - it's about giving. As such, it's better to start today. Even if… Continue

Posted on December 1, 2008 at 7:30pm — 3 Comments

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At 4:44am on February 27, 2009, Ruth said…
Hi, Nicole. Today, I'm seeking out smiles so thank you for the lovely photo
At 4:24pm on January 28, 2009, Stephanie said…
Hi Nicole,

Thanks for recommending the One Dollar Give website! Hope you are having a lovely day!

-Steph
At 7:00am on December 1, 2008, Stacey S. said…
Welcome to this amazing journey!
At 4:24am on December 1, 2008, Cindy said…
Hi Nicole and welcome. 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 the directions here.

Check out our CAUSE OF THE MONTH. For the month of December, the 29Gifts.org Community is supporting Operation Teddy Bear Care, which aims to help South African children whose lives are impacted by the AIDS epidemic. The organization's goal for this Holiday Season is to provide gifts for 1000 children living in poverty by December 31, 2008. Visit TeddyBearCare.org and purchase a Gift Pack and learn more about their work.

Help Us Grow: Please help spread the word, and encourage the spirit of generosity in the world. Send this email 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.

We also encourage you to PLAY GIFT TAG to help spread the word about 29Gifts.org and contribute to our operating expense fund.

Happy giving!

Cindy

P.S. Don't miss our cool downloadable gift card and handy 29-Day Giving Calendar, which helps you keep track of your gifts.
At 9:51pm on November 30, 2008, Elly Rose 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
 
 

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