29-Day Giving Challenge

Jessica
Jessica
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  • Woodbridge, VA
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Cards for Soldiers

Started this discussion. Last reply by Diana M Feb 17, 2010. 6 Replies

Just came across this website: http://www.anysoldier.com/It provides you with names/addresses so you can send cards to soldiers who don't get any mail while…Continue

 

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Jessica received a gift from Grateful & Buddhaful Apr 13, 2011
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Wendy Jo commented on Jessica's blog post 'Day 29!'
Congratulations on completing all 29 days of giving!!! Love that you gave to yourself on the last day ;-) Blessings to you!
Mar 2, 2010
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The Flamingo Room commented on Jessica's blog post 'Day 27'
Woof! I'm sure doggie is thrilled.
Feb 28, 2010
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Day 27

Happy dog today! I brought home snacks & a new rope toy.Only a few days left of the original challenge - time flies!See More
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Jessica commented on Jessica's blog post 'Day 26'
Thanks for the well-wishes, Deb!
Feb 27, 2010
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Day 26

Today I made my husband perfect cream of wheat (with brown sugar!) because he was feeling under the weather. I even stirred it till there was no lumps. It's the small things in life.... :-)
Blog post by Jessica Feb 26, 2010
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Jessica commented on mirta ayii's blog post 'mind map (day 3) feb17th'
I like the idea of the mind map - I think it's a relatively new concept that they are now teaching in school, Myra. It's great for those who are visual thinkers. I like the spontaneity of your gives, Mirta. And, I'd love to try nasi…
Feb 25, 2010
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Blog posts by Jessica Feb 25, 2010
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Barbara Quin - Prayer Cafe Mgr commented on Jessica's blog post 'Days 23 & 24'
I love Portland! It is a beautiful city!! And Oregon is one of the most beautiful states! Sounds like you had a great time!
Feb 25, 2010
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Jessica replied to JessIca's discussion 'Postcards for Inner City Kids'
Sending one from Oregon tomorrow!
Feb 24, 2010
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Pauline Nolan commented on Jessica's blog post 'Days 20 & 21, and tomorrow too!'
I love these chocolate gives - very nice.
Feb 22, 2010
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Days 20 & 21, and tomorrow too!

Yesterday I picked up two chocolate bars for a friend in FL (dark chocolate and sea salt; lime and chili pepper). He'll love being thought of! Unfortunately, the gift will have to wait to be actually mailed until I get back from my business trip, as the post office is closed on Sundays. Today I gave the gift of my (virtual) ear and advice to a friend across the world.Tomorrow I will give my host in Oregon a box of wine-tasting chocolates (also picked up at World Market) and I'm sure we'll enjoy…See More
Blog post by Jessica Feb 22, 2010
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Jessica commented on mirta ayii's blog post 'lunch for widji (day 1) Feb15th'
Good give!
Feb 20, 2010
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Days 17 - 19

I have gone to two stores to pick up a post card for JessIca's class and they didn't have any post cards. Really?Not much was happening on Wednesday or Thursday and my gifts reflected that. On Wednesday I picked up dinner and brought it home for my husband and me and on Thursday I gave myself the gift of sleep and turned off my alarm clock in the morning.On Friday I put together the care package that I bought for the soldiers and mailed it at the post office. I included magazines, candy,…See More
Blog post by Jessica Feb 20, 2010
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Diana M replied to Jessica's discussion 'Cards for Soldiers'
Thanks Jessica, I'll check it out
Feb 17, 2010

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Why I'm choosing to give:
I will start on Feb. 1st because that gives a formal start date and importance to the decision. I consider myself a generally helpful person and I do interact with strangers a lot, but I have never been conscious of these deeds as gifts, or with the intention to connect deeper than a passing interaction. I'm always willing to try something that can let a little more positivity into the world!
What I'd most like to receive:
This question has really made me stop to think!
I'm not sure, other than a general sense of increased well-being. I'll think on this for the next week.
How did you hear about the 29-Day Giving Challenge?
I read the book on my Kindle!
About me:
I live in Northern Virginia with my husband and dog.
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Day 29!

Posted on March 1, 2010 at 4:14pm 2 Comments

Today is the last day of my Giving Challenge. While I don't think I'll start up another "official" round right away, I will definitely incorporate giving into my regular, daily life. Helping others feels good, plus when you open your mind to thoughtful ways to give, you're forced to think outside of yourself. Only good things can come from that. It also helps you to accept the gifts the world presents to you every day.


Today was a gift to myself. Two years of marriage have…
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Day 28

Posted on February 28, 2010 at 4:47pm 0 Comments

Today as I was heading downstairs with a mug of coffee to do a little work (yes, on a Sunday), my husband asked if I could put it off to have coffee with him. How could I say no? I'm thankful we still love having coffee together.
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Day 27

Posted on February 28, 2010 at 8:39am 1 Comment

Happy dog today! I brought home snacks & a new rope toy.

Only a few days left of the original challenge - time flies!
Jessica

Day 26

Posted on February 26, 2010 at 9:05am 3 Comments

Today I made my husband perfect cream of wheat (with brown sugar!) because he was feeling under the weather. I even stirred it till there was no lumps. It's the small things in life.... :-)

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At 6:44pm on April 12, 2011, Grateful & Buddhaful gave Jessica a giftGrateful & Buddhaful
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HaPpY bIrFdAy!!!!!!
At 5:25am on April 12, 2011, Deb~ Community ManagerDeb~ Community Manager said…
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU~ JESSICA!
At 4:14am on April 12, 2011, Lois55 wwtLois55 wwt said…
HAPPY BIRTHDAY!
At 2:49am on April 12, 2011, CarylinaCarylina said…
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At 3:33am on April 12, 2010, Deb~ Community ManagerDeb~ Community Manager said…
Happy birthday to you!
At 6:22am on February 16, 2010, Myra Wolf gave Jessica a giftMyra Wolf
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You are so welcomed!
At 3:57pm on January 24, 2010, Deb~ Community Manager gave Jessica a giftDeb~ Community Manager
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Wishing you a journey full of many wonderful surprises Jessica~
At 8:19am on January 24, 2010, Mary JohnsonMary Johnson said…
Hi, Jessica:

So happy you accepted the challenge! Can't wait to follow your blogs.

Welcome & Happy Giving,

Mary
At 9:55pm on January 23, 2010, SouthernlySouthernly said…
Welcome, Jessica! Glad to have you in this wonderful community. May your journey be filled with sweet surprises!
At 9:52pm on January 23, 2010, Elly Rose-Tech SupportElly Rose-Tech Support said…
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