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February 14, 2012 to February 21, 2012
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Joanna Young
- Female
- Scotland
- United Kingdom
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- Why I'm choosing to give:
- To lighten my heart
- What I'd most like to receive:
- Friendship
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- From a friend
- About me:
- I live and work in the west coast of Scotland. I'm a writer, writing coach, blogger, adult education teacher and committed lifelong learner. I write the Confident Writing blog which has been a wonderful experimeng in giving and receiving. I also enjoy sharing ideas, photos, words and inspiration through community blogs (Joyful Jubilant Learning), Flickr and Twitter.
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- http://confidentwriting.com
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- http:///www.flickr.com/photos/joanna_young/
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Sharing Photos of My World
I love sharing photos of the lovely part of the world I'm lucky enough to live in. Maybe that act of taking and sharing is in itself an act of giving?
Joanna Young's Blog
Day 25 - 27: Giving as you go
Posted on December 12, 2008 at 1:11am 4 Comments 0 Likes
E-mail messages of support, a surprise present, home-made mince pies, a telephone call, virtual hugs, remembering to log on and give a small amount to the radio 4 Christmas appeal, paying attention to people who are low, providing space and encouragement for people to express themselves, smiles and laughter, saying 'thank you' when people wouldn't expect it, smiling when you walk past someone, being there, making practical suggestions, being open and friendly, sending a friend a note to say 'I… Continue
Days 18 to 24: Too Busy to Write the Journal!
Posted on December 9, 2008 at 3:13am 1 Comment 0 Likes
I've fallen by the wayside in writing this journal, which is a shame, because I know I'm going to forget the small gifts that I gave (and received) along the way.
I have kept giving as my focus though. I've given quite a lot (more than I intended) in charitable donations, acting more on impulse than I normally do. From small amounts - a pound in a collection tin - to larger amounts, £50 towards the Bethlehem appeal from Medical Aid for Palestinians. I've tried to give to things where… Continue
I have kept giving as my focus though. I've given quite a lot (more than I intended) in charitable donations, acting more on impulse than I normally do. From small amounts - a pound in a collection tin - to larger amounts, £50 towards the Bethlehem appeal from Medical Aid for Palestinians. I've tried to give to things where… Continue
Day 17: The Start of a New Month
Posted on December 1, 2008 at 1:23pm 3 Comments 0 Likes
I gave encouragement, support and practical help to a wonderful, giving, learning community. I've taken a stretch with them recently, and it feels good.
I gave a small donation to an AIDS charity in honour of World Aids Day, and tried to do a little bit of raising awareness too.
I'm talking to the charity I'm hoping to volunteer with on Wednesday, and I'm feeling really good about the chance to give my skills and experience to them.
I gave my time and attention… Continue
I gave a small donation to an AIDS charity in honour of World Aids Day, and tried to do a little bit of raising awareness too.
I'm talking to the charity I'm hoping to volunteer with on Wednesday, and I'm feeling really good about the chance to give my skills and experience to them.
I gave my time and attention… Continue
Day 15 and 16: Taking Time to Learn
Posted on December 1, 2008 at 1:17pm 1 Comment 0 Likes
Two great days spent in a Gaelic workshop, so not much time to give anything beyond the things I try and give every day:
courtesy
respect
listening to others
smiles
laughter
encouragement
kindness
friendship
support
gratitude to those who teach, and those who learn
enthusiasm
focus
attention
Not so bad really....
The two days were cold, really cold, but bright and sunny. I had 30 minutes after the class… Continue
courtesy
respect
listening to others
smiles
laughter
encouragement
kindness
friendship
support
gratitude to those who teach, and those who learn
enthusiasm
focus
attention
Not so bad really....
The two days were cold, really cold, but bright and sunny. I had 30 minutes after the class… Continue
Day 14: The Start of Winter
Posted on November 28, 2008 at 1:00pm 0 Comments 0 Likes
See what happens when you don't write every day... you don't pay the same attention to the giving, or the receiving.
Except to remember it was the first bright, sweet day of winter, with snow on the hills.
Except to remember it was the first bright, sweet day of winter, with snow on the hills.
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It's wonderful to get to know people all over the world who are sharing their approach to giving in so many different and creative ways.
A great big "Hey!" from Woodstock, Ga, USA! I am so happy we have so many givers from all over the world! Thanks for joining at such an exciting time! I am on the 11th day in the 6th round of 29 days. I hope you have the wonderful experience here that I have!
Let me know if you need any help!
We did a "give" in Atlanta a few months ago and gave away 100 roses on a sidewalk, it was 9 members from the metro ATL area, we started a "local" group, and you can start or join one too!
Make friends, read blogs, write blogs and leave other folks comments! Post pics and videos, join inner groups and GIVE! Have fun and watch for miracles to happen in your life when you do 29 in 29! Hope to see you around in the site!
sharon
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Happy giving!
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Love and Light,
Elly Rose