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Day 12 - (Fri) Connecting

Sometimes I feel that facebook is a dangerously addictive social media site that sucks everyone I know in and doesn't let them express themselves and socialize in the real world, face to face.But today I re-connect myself with a dear old friend via facebook. So, I'm grateful. I used facebook to say hello-how are you? to people I haven't heard from in a very long time. It's a give and receive at the same time. I thought one of my friends might be upset with me, but she was sooo happy to hear…See More

Blog post by Cristina May 8, 2010

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Day 8 - (Mon) taking a lonely friend out

There is new friend that I made couple of months ago and he's been down and lonely. Even if he is a funny guy he doesn't have enough friends. He always complains he's lonely and bored.I took him to a movie and then we grabbed a beer and talked. I understand now why he doesn't have that many friends, but we're not close enough to tell him what I truly think that keeps other away. It can be fixed, he he cares to fix it and then he won't have any problem finding tons of friends."The truth" gift…See More

Blog post by Cristina May 4, 2010

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Lois55 wwt commented on Cristina's blog post 'Day 7 - (Sun) drunk or gossip'

You are such a Cutie, Cristina! We all go through the negative stuff..I know you are going to have a more positive and blessed week.....

May 3, 2010

Day 7 - (Sun) drunk or gossip

You know how 10 shots of tequila seem like the perfect idea while at a party with friends, but man you live to regret it short hours after that ... That's how I feel about gossip and complaining.I let two of my friends do it and I join them right in and complained about the not-so-adorable parts of my life. Gossiping and complaining are such negative energies and so darn contagious.Oh, well - I guess I let them vent and I did so too. It's a strange give that I don't care to do much of, but now…See More

Blog post by Cristina May 3, 2010

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Lois55 wwt commented on Cristina's blog post 'Day 4 - rice/foot massage'

You are creative!! I hope your day is super blessed, and have a great weekend.

Apr 30, 2010

Lois55 wwt left a comment for Cristina

Thanks for your kind comment,Cristina! I hope your day is blessed...

Apr 29, 2010

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Why I'm choosing to give:: it's the healthiest most positive way to focus on the good things in life

What I'd most like to receive:: peace of mind, happiness

How did you hear about the 29-Day Giving Challenge?: craigslist

About me:: I believe giving in itself is a gift to us. If we have the ability to give, we not only give others, but at the same time we give something to ourselves. If we can still give, then we have more than enough and we should see that and be happy. Cristina, Santa Monica, CA.

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Day 12 - (Fri) Connecting

Posted on May 7, 2010 at 12:00pm 0 Comments 0 Likes

Sometimes I feel that facebook is a dangerously addictive social media site that sucks everyone I know in and doesn't let them express themselves and socialize in the real world, face to face.

But today I re-connect myself with a dear old friend via facebook. So, I'm grateful. I used facebook to say hello-how are you? to people I haven't heard from in a very long time. It's a give and receive at the same time. I thought one of my friends might be upset with me, but she was sooo happy… Continue

Day 11 - (Thu) Compliments

Posted on May 6, 2010 at 12:00pm 0 Comments 0 Likes

Felt like it was a day for compliments and every time I got the chance to pay a sincere compliment, I went for it, no matter if I knew the person or not, as long as that person crossed my path on my day 11.

From the cashier at the grocery store who seemed to be overworked and tired to people in my family. I found it to be harder for the people close to me to receive the compliments - so I had to say it several times until it either sank in or became annoying.

Isn't it odd how… Continue

Day 10 - (Wed) Called my grandma

Posted on May 5, 2010 at 10:50pm 2 Comments 0 Likes

My family lives in Europe. I don't get to see them as often as I want to and my grandma does not have a phone where she lives.

She has a very bad back and was hurting badly this week and my dad took her to a hospital and because she had access to a phone and to the internet (due to my dad), I was able to call her and talked to her. I even called my sister and we both conference in.

Dodging all the "when are you going to get married and have kids" questions was the hardest part… Continue

Day 9 (Tue) - Surprise!

Posted on May 4, 2010 at 9:30pm 0 Comments 0 Likes

I have a friend who wakes up way before everyone she knows and starts her day. She is alone for at least 4-5 hours in the morning and she's in a place where she doesn't know anybody. And for some reason she refused to jog or do something that will kick in some endorphins.

So, I decided to start writing her in the middle of the night, so she would have "a friend" in the early cold mornings.

Hope I keep on writing to her - she called me today- she loved it!

Day 8 - (Mon) taking a lonely friend out

Posted on May 3, 2010 at 10:00pm 1 Comment 0 Likes

There is new friend that I made couple of months ago and he's been down and lonely. Even if he is a funny guy he doesn't have enough friends. He always complains he's lonely and bored.

I took him to a movie and then we grabbed a beer and talked. I understand now why he doesn't have that many friends, but we're not close enough to tell him what I truly think that keeps other away. It can be fixed, he he cares to fix it and then he won't have any problem finding tons of… Continue

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At 4:14am on April 27, 2010, Deb~ Community Manager gave Cristina a gift…: Red Ribbon
Because you are special!
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At 3:50am on December 14, 2009, Deb~ Community Manager gave Cristina a gift…: Red Ribbon
Enjoy this day and may you receive many smiles and hugs!
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At 9:15am on December 09, 2009, Joyce Kirby gave Cristina a gift…: Red Ribbon
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At 3:40pm on September 30, 2008, Peter said…: And so the journey begins :)
Nice give by the way

At 12:34pm on September 30, 2008, Stacey S. said…: Welcome! i agree that giving is a gift to us. happy giving!

At 11:39am on September 30, 2008, Lyz said…: Hi Cristina 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.

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P.S. Don't miss our cool new downloadable gift card and handy 29-Day Giving Calendar, which helps you keep track of your gifts. P.P.S. Make sure you check out our CAUSE OF THE MONTH. As a community we're supporting the Charity Water September Birthday Campaign. We're trying to raise $4,000 to build a well in an Ethiopian villiage, which will provide clean drinking water for 400 people for 20 years. Read all about it here.

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