July 31st, I was in the library to pick up a book. As I approached the shelf, there was one book, pulled several inches out beyond the others. Hmmmm, I pay attention to the signs, I thought. I picked up the book & it was Cami's 29 Gifts.
My birthday is August 22nd. I had already decided to gift folks on my birthday & had been having fun thinking of the special gifts I would create.
The book seemed perfect. I started reading it that day. I decided I would begin August 1st.
The 29 days in August were life changing. What I found was, along with the sheer joy of giving & surprising folks, this birthday was amazing. I received such an in~pouring of love, appreciation, & gifts. A very different & welcome birthday celebration.
This was not intended. It simply happened naturally.
So today, I begin a new cycle. Today's gift was to a client, essentially giving her an extra session. She was so excited! I love when people light up with joy!
Most days, I do not pre~plan. I ask to be guided. Interestingly, I already know at least one of my gifting tomorrow. A friend called, needing help crafting favors for guests at her daughter's wedding in two weeks. I am going to help & enjoy making crafts with her & a couple of her friends who I have not met, tomorrow. Fun!
To increasing the Joy in our hearts & world ♡
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Comment by Amelia on September 3, 2012 at 8:03am Hello, Amelia! How wonderful to have you join us.. Best to you in this new round~
Welcome aboard, Amelia, I'm so glad you joined us and look forward to reading your blogs! Happy belated birthday! I am so glad you have already experienced the joy the receiving as much as giving and hope this next round is even more special for you:)
Comment by Dawn wwt on September 2, 2012 at 7:10pm welcome to the 29 Gifts family, Amelia! congratulations on completing a round already...i'm looking forward to hearing about your giving adventures as you journey through your second round! i am so glad you joined us here. Hugs, Dawn xoxo
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