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Catherine Callan
- Feura Bush, NY
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Catherine Callan posted a blog postDays 4 through 6
Despite my temporary disability (cast on my left foot, walking on crutches), my life has gotten amazingly busy! I have been giving out home made cookies through the days, at offices I visit or to people who come to our house. What a treat for me to see the surprise and delight at receiving something thoughtfully made. On day 5 I gave the gift of time and attention to my mom, whom I have not always gotten along with. I spent an entire day with her... making cookies! (that seems to be the…See More
Catherine Callan posted a blog postDays 2 & 3
I kept with the cookie theme as that is about all I can do right now. But, it's so great to see the smiles on faces when I hand them a plate of home made cookies, even at holiday time.See More
Catherine Callan posted a blog postDay one or four...
Yesterday I decided to start over after only three days into my giving challenge because I missed the third day. So, I had an appt. with my orthopedist in the afternoon, supposedly to have a walking cast put on, and decided to make some cookies for the receptionists. This is a busy, very business-like place, where interactions with the front desk are usually terse and short after waiting for a while to get up there. I decided to gift the women who always look so harried and annoyed to see…See More
Catherine Callan's blog post was featuredMy first gift - to this community
Six years ago I was fired from my job. I was 49, single, broke and had a pretty bad attitude. I was so burnt out from the career path I had chosen that I couldn't bear the thought of finding another job in that field, so I opted for unemployment to give me time to re-think my life and path.Around the same time, two Muslim families in the city I live in were going through an ordeal that made my situation seem like a vacation. Both fathers had been targeted in an FBI sting operation and…See More
Catherine Callan posted a blog postStarting Over Early
With all the best intentions to give something yesterday, I was negligent. So, today will be a new beginning - I have yet to do my give, but my mantra for the day is "I give with gratitude." Glad I am only 2 days in to start over.Happy Monday all -See More
Catherine Callan posted a blog postDay 2 - Intention
This morning I focused on giving with intention. I've been on crutches for a few weeks, after surgery to repair damaged ligaments in my left ankle, which has put my husband in charge of all household tasks. We had planned to attend a concert locally this evening with tickets I won through a raffle at a Holly Near concert, but my poor husband needs a weekend free of any schedules desperately. I decided to give my tickets to the local farmer's market as a raffle, or for two of the amazing…See More
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- Why I'm choosing to give:
- I just finished reading Cami's book, which was given to me several years ago, but until last week I was not interested in opening it. Once I did I was hooked.
- What I'd most like to receive:
- I want to be able to write without self criticism.
- How did you hear about the 29-Day Giving Challenge?
- I read the book
- About me:
- Lover of possibilities, mom, step mom, creator, daughter, poet, partner, dreamer, friend, sister, occupier, seeker of truth.
- Do you agree to read and follow the 29Gifts Code of Conduct once you join our site?
- Yes
Catherine Callan's Blog
Days 4 through 6
Posted on December 18, 2011 at 5:54am 9 Comments 5 Likes
Despite my temporary disability (cast on my left foot, walking on crutches), my life has gotten amazingly busy! I have been giving out home made cookies through the days, at offices I visit or to people who come to our house. What a treat for me to see the surprise and delight at receiving something thoughtfully made. On day 5 I gave the gift of time and attention to my mom, whom I have not always gotten along with. I spent an entire day with her... making cookies! (that seems to be the…
Continue Days 2 & 3
Posted on December 15, 2011 at 6:07am 3 Comments 2 Likes
I kept with the cookie theme as that is about all I can do right now. But, it's so great to see the smiles on faces when I hand them a plate of home made cookies, even at holiday time.
Day one or four...
Posted on December 13, 2011 at 8:19am 5 Comments 4 Likes
Yesterday I decided to start over after only three days into my giving challenge because I missed the third day. So, I had an appt. with my orthopedist in the afternoon, supposedly to have a walking cast put on, and decided to make some cookies for the receptionists. This is a busy, very business-like place, where interactions with the front desk are usually terse and short after waiting for a while to get up there. I decided to gift the women who always look so harried and annoyed to see…
Continue Starting Over Early
Posted on December 12, 2011 at 5:22am 4 Comments 2 Likes
With all the best intentions to give something yesterday, I was negligent. So, today will be a new beginning - I have yet to do my give, but my mantra for the day is "I give with gratitude." Glad I am only 2 days in to start over.
Happy Monday all -
Comment Wall (15 comments)
- At 7:16am on December 19, 2011,
Anita Silva said… Hi Catherine, nice to be friends!
- At 5:23am on December 18, 2011,
Michele wwt said… Have a blessed Sunday and take care. :)
- At 8:37am on December 13, 2011,
Deb~ Community Manager said… Enjoy a wonderful day, Catherine!
- At 5:39am on December 12, 2011,
Lois55 wwt said… You do what is best for you, Catherine. You can also print out the giving calender and write what you give. I know it has helped me. I hope you have a super day today, take care!
- At 6:54pm on December 10, 2011, Deb~ Community Manager said…
Good evening Catherine~
- At 3:06am on December 10, 2011, Michele wwt said…
Hi Catherine! I'm happy to be sharing this journey with you. May it be filled with many blessings. If you have any questions, please feel free to ask. I'm here to help. Thank you for being here. Enjoy! :)
- At 3:04am on December 10, 2011, Michele wwt gave Catherine Callan a gift…
- At 3:24pm on December 09, 2011, Lois55 wwt gave Catherine Callan a gift…
- At 1:32pm on December 9, 2011,
Carylina said… 
Catherine you have made my day!~I would be honored to be friends and to get to know you. Hugs all the way from New Zealand.
- At 1:24pm on December 9, 2011, Carylina said…
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