Days 4 & 5

[Yan]

I just keep on thanking everyone of you.  Being together in this is very inspiring and motivating.  It is so recomforting to know that there is a group of people out there that simply wants to get out of their own axis and help.  Love.  Give.  Transform this world from their own little spot.  And I am just so happy to be part of this group.  I can't stop thanking for your words which keep me on track. 

(Day 3 continued: I also went out of my way to take one of the dinner guests home so she wouldn't have to spend money on a cab)

Day 4:  I have a date.  I have not been in a relationship for some time, since my last one dissapointed me deep in my heart, so it made it difficult to trust again.  But I'm fine.  Anyway, I intended my gift today to be to transform this first date I have into a double date and share this warm moment with a very dear girlfriend of mine who really has been wanting to find someone special for a long time.  Unfortunately, my plan did not work out since my date did not have a friend for her available that night. 

Day 5:  I share a wonderful message posted on Dawn's blog with all my contacts on my social network, but also personally with my parents and personally but electronically with my nephew.  I am particularly worried for him, for he is leaving behind his puberty years and since he leaves very far away from me, I really don't have an opportunity to be by him and guide him as much as I'd like to.  The day before I was thinking about this and thought "What CAN I do?"....at least I can send him good messages through the social network.  So I logged in and didn't really know what to say, so I figured that when I'd find something, I'd post it for him.  Next day in the morning, I see this beautiful, beautiful video Dawn posted and thought Wow...there it is.  I haven't received a reply from him, but I'm on the move.  And THAT is a gift for myself, nonetheless for him. 

Also I baked a cake for my parents.  And again I tried to do something for this wonderful girlfriend of mine, which was to forgive her a cash debt she has towards me, but she is just so righteous, that she would not allow me to.     

So all this experience, got me thinking.  On a regular basis, I spend maybe 90% of my time doing things for myself.  Good things, but for myself.  The 29 day challenge reminds me how unimportant I am.  How can I spend so much time on me if I am such a little part of this universe.  How unconsciously ungrateful I am for what I have.  Because, even though everyday I thank the Lord for what He has given, not every day I thank him in action.   

 

[Yan]

Ann and Dawn, how wonderful it is to receive your words!

[Ann]

This is a beautiful post Yan and you are obviously a beautiful and very giving person.  Your gifts have been very thoughtful and I suspect that you give much more than you realize or give yourself credit for.  I think that is part of the value of this challenge -- learning to be more aware of our actions and learning to recognize gifts given and received.  Blessings and joy to you!

[Dawn wwt]

even though your friend would not receive it, your intention still counts as a gift. i'm glad that you found the video worthy to pass on, that makes me very happy :o)  this giving challenge does make us think, doesn't it? that's good for us, i think.  Hugs, Dawn

[Yan]

Thank you Deb and Lois!

[Deb~ Community Manager]

Hope the date went well. Your giving sure is! :o)

[Lois55 wwt]

What a wonderful blog...you are finding ways to make a difference in this world. Your love for your nephew is a wonderful gift to him, and sending the video was a great way to show it.

I hope you enjoyed your date! Take care, have a super day today:)