"Dear Deanna,
You photos are just amazing! So much love, passion, the perfect mixture of colours! I love them! E."
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Deanna Mandarino
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- Chicago, IL
- United States
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Jane commented on Deanna Mandarino's blog post The rest of my 29 Day Giving Challenge"If you know any woman currently undergoing Chemo, please pass the word to her that there is a cleaning service that provides FREE housecleaning - 1 time per month for 4 months while she is in treatment. All she has to do is sign up and have her…"
Dawn wwt commented on Deanna Mandarino's blog post The rest of my 29 Day Giving Challenge"your positive support is the best thing you can give your Mom. your family is in my thoughts as you help one another through this challenging time. i am glad that you enjoyed the 29 days and that you plan to keep at it. Best Wishes and Hugs, Dawn"
Deanna Mandarino posted a blog postThe rest of my 29 Day Giving Challenge
I really enjoyed participating in the 29 Day Giving Challenge. I will definitely keep at this because I know I can improve. There were some days I just wasn't creative enough or motivated enough to find some way to give but on the days I did give it felt great. Some of the things I gave: bags of clothes to the Salvation Army, compliments to friends and strangers, money to Women for Women, a charity my friend ran a marathon to raise money for, and most important to me, time with my Mom. My Mom…See More
Deanna Mandarino replied to the_emster's discussion Giving Thanks (in a jar)"thanks for sharing this idea. I am going to do this too."
the_emster commented on Deanna Mandarino's blog post First 5 Days"wow just checked out your website. I can't look at those photos without getting all teary, what a wonderful and loving way to volunteer your time."
the_emster commented on Deanna Mandarino's blog post First 5 Days"Welcome to the challenge Deanna, nice start!"
genuine, wwt, welcomer commented on Deanna Mandarino's blog post First 5 Days"You're doing great things ... I don't know what would be considered "earth shattering" but these are great things. "Little" things can make a big difference.
Many people on here comment about how this challenge makes…"
Deanna Mandarino posted a blog postFirst 5 Days
I haven't given away anything earth shattering yet. My first day I signed up I also donated $29 to the giving challenge, a dollar for each day that I'm part of the challenge. Day 2 I complimented my trainer at the gym. He's a really nice guy that always has a smile on his face, regardless of how unmotivated I am to work out. I think he appreciated that I notice and appreciate he's always positive and smiling. on Day 3 the 15 year old daughter of a woman I went to high school with contacted me…See More
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- Why I'm choosing to give:
- I'm thankful for what I have and want to share this with others.
- What I'd most like to receive:
- That feel good feeling, seeing someone smile.
- How did you hear about the 29-Day Giving Challenge?
- A friend emailed me about it.
- About me:
- I am a wedding and portrait photographer from Chicago, IL that loves reading, travel, volunteering and positive and inspiring stories.
- Website:
- http://www.deannamandarino.com
- Other Website:
- http://deannamandarino.blogspot.com
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- yes
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The rest of my 29 Day Giving Challenge
Posted on May 22, 2009 at 9:27am 2 Comments 0 Likes
I really enjoyed participating in the 29 Day Giving Challenge. I will definitely keep at this because I know I can improve. There were some days I just wasn't creative enough or motivated enough to find some way to give but on the days I did give it felt great. Some of the things I gave: bags of clothes to the Salvation Army, compliments to friends and strangers, money to Women for Women, a charity my friend ran a marathon to raise money for, and most important to me, time with my Mom. My Mom… Continue
First 5 Days
Posted on April 11, 2009 at 2:19pm 3 Comments 0 Likes
I haven't given away anything earth shattering yet. My first day I signed up I also donated $29 to the giving challenge, a dollar for each day that I'm part of the challenge. Day 2 I complimented my trainer at the gym. He's a really nice guy that always has a smile on his face, regardless of how unmotivated I am to work out. I think he appreciated that I notice and appreciate he's always positive and smiling. on Day 3 the 15 year old daughter of a woman I went to high school with contacted me… Continue
Comment Wall (10 comments)
- At 3:52am on March 13, 2012,
Deb~ Community Manager said… HAPPY BIRTHDAY~
- At 3:39am on March 13, 2012,
Lois55 wwt said… Happy birthday, I hope it's a special day~
- At 2:56am on March 13, 2012,
Michele wwt said…
- At 12:34am on March 13, 2012,
Carylina said… 
- At 7:22am on August 13, 2011,
Eniko said… Dear Deanna,
You photos are just amazing! So much love, passion, the perfect mixture of colours! I love them! E.
- At 12:13pm on March 13, 2011, Carylina said…
- At 7:02am on March 13, 2011, Deb~ Community Manager said…
- HAVE A VERY HAPPY BIRTHDAY DEANNA!
- At 6:32am on March 13, 2011, Lois55 wwt said…
- HAPPY BIRTHDAY
- At 5:40am on March 13, 2010, Deb~ Community Manager gave Deanna Mandarino a gift…
- At 5:48am on April 24, 2009,
Ruth said… - You and your dog make me smile. What a cutie!
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