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Hair today. Gone tomorrow. Gift #3- 7.28.10

Posted on July 28, 2010 at 4:53pm 2 Comments

This waiting for gifts to reveal themselves is really working out.

This is my 3rd day of giving and I can already see some positive changes. Yesterday, before I left work and even last night, I only had two appointments on my books today. Normally this wouldn't be that big of a deal because it happens so rarely but this summer has got people saving money left and right. Not to mention that summers are generally slow in my profession. People will make it to their hair…

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Be sure to tip your waitress. Gift #2 -7.27.10

Posted on July 27, 2010 at 8:53pm 3 Comments

Much like yesterday I felt I would let today's gift reveal itself to me.

I went to work this morning wondering what I could do for someone. I usually sweep up other people's hair when I'm free, get drinks for clients who aren't mine, put laundry away, etc. Basically, I like to help out but I do that everyday. That's just my nature. It's not even like I think about it, it just happens. I'm not going to count this or the fact that I donated all of our tupperware, that has…

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Man's best friend....not mine. Gift #1. 7.26.10

Posted on July 26, 2010 at 8:00pm 2 Comments

Today marks the first day of my challenge. I've been practicing the last few days. Thinking about my actions,words and thoughts. It has been a challenge for sure but a good one.

When I woke up this morning I started thinking about what my first gift would be. I was actually starting to get a little anxious about it when I finally decided that when it came time I would know what it was supposed to be. Like it would reveal itself when the…

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Man's best friend....not mine. Gift #1. 7.26.10

Today marks the first day of my challenge. I've been practicing the last few days. Thinking about my actions,words and thoughts. It has been a challenge for sure but a good one.When I woke up this morning I started thinking about what my first gift would be. I was actually starting to get a little anxious about it when I finally decided that when it came time I would know what it was supposed to be. Like it would reveal itself when the time was right.I went on about my morning: cleaning, doing…See More
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Why I'm choosing to give:
Well, I'm making a prescription for myself. I just finsihed reading _29 Gifts_ and I felt an overwhelming feeling of joy. I'm always amazed and moved by the will of other people to help and give. I've also always thought of myself as a giver. However, I have never been mindfull of the act itself .
I would like to be more concious and present in life.
What I'd most like to receive:
Reprieve from anxiety. Happiness. Love
How did you hear about the 29-Day Giving Challenge?
I read the book.
About me:
I am a 27 year old hairdresser, wife, daughter, aunt, friend, and artist.
My husband and I have been married for almost 3 years. This Halloween will mark 11 years since our first date. We have two amazing black cats, Frankenstein and Tazmo, and a mini-horse boxer, Hank.
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At 3:44am on November 16, 2011, Deb~ Community Manager said…

HAVE A JOYOUS BIRTHDAY~

At 2:16am on November 16, 2011, Michele wwt said…

Happy birthday to you! :)

At 2:07am on November 16, 2011, Lois55 wwt said…

Happy birthday, I hope it's a special day!

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At 5:11am on November 16, 2010, Deb~ Community Manager said…
HAPPY BIRTHDAY MRS.W!
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Happy weekend Mrs. W!
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