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Julianne commented on Julianne's blog post Is it giving if...? DAYS 3 AND 4 ROUND 1"Awww, you guys! I really appreciate your kind thoughts and sentiments! And Jana- I love your comment about "intention and focus"- totally true. That will be my mantra!"
JanaHartwell commented on Julianne's blog post Is it giving if...? DAYS 3 AND 4 ROUND 1"Julianne,
Many of my gives are what I would normally do as well. However, with 29 Gifts, we are giving now with so much more intention and focus. Also, the fact that we are sharing our "gives" by blogging, helps to inspire others to give…"
Julianne posted a blog postIs it giving if...? DAYS 3 AND 4 ROUND 1
I've been so conscious of the things that I routinely do that might be thought of as giving but I wonder if I'm copping out by counting as "gives" things that I would've done anyway or are enjoyable?For example, yesterday was my Day 3- for a give, I wrote out about a million Christmas cards and took extra time with them (tried to write something sincere and thoughtful; included a handmade card from my 3 year old that was actually MOSTLY made by me) and it took hours. But I would've done cards…See More
Julianne commented on icecreampie's blog post Day 4 - Husband"I feel for you- it sounds like a tough situation. Forgiveness is a beautiful gift- one that is healing to your soul.
I hope things improve on the husband front but it sounds like you'll be ok whether or not he recovers."
Melissa left a comment for Julianne"Thank you for the support Julianne! It looks like we are starting this together! I love that you wrote to a soldier. I will write a card tomorrow. Give away today."
Julianne commented on Pauline Nolan's blog post Day 5 Self Care"Sometimes a listening ear is the best gift you can give someone. Good on ya'!"
Julianne commented on Melissa's blog post Day 1"What a wonderful gift to your friend! But even more what a wonderful, thoughtful attitude that you have. Your gratitude toward Grace is an example for us all. So rarely do we take note of when others impact us positively, I think we tend to downplay…"
Julianne commented on Lisa Graham's blog post Special Delivery!! (Round 2 Day 12)"I just did it!! thanks again for the tip!"
Julianne commented on Lisa Graham's blog post Special Delivery!! (Round 2 Day 12)"What a great idea!! I'm going to do one (many) right now! I was just doing cards:))"
Julianne commented on Johari's blog post Day 1"cool idea. keep us updated on how it goes- I'll be interested to see the reactions of others toward your gifts!"
Julianne commented on Loudara's blog post Day 4 Grocery Shopping with Mom"Kudos. I know how trying and complex the relationship with a mother can be, especially as an adult. I bet you've done her a world of good as well as when she is gone you will be able to remember that you gave willingly and lovingly even though…"
Julianne commented on KJ Abernathy's blog post Day 1 & 2"I can relate to your comments about being full of good intentions. I find myself thinking of doing something nice for someone else, but not following through because I get distracted or forget or whatever. So one thing I'm hoping to get out of…"
Julianne commented on Cathleen's blog post Day 15-Gave away something that became quickly coveted"I bet that your book gets handed around to others once your friend is done with it! For all you know, you've started a movement!!
You sound like a good friend and those little notes can mean so much to someone who is struggling."
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- Why I'm choosing to give:
- I already try to have a giving mentality because I believe it's an important way to connect people. I like the idea of keeping a 29 day journal to help me keep the giving mentality top of mind and to help me keep track.
- What I'd most like to receive:
- I'd like the giving mentality to become so ingrained in me that my first response to any situation is one of giving/generosity.
- How did you hear about the 29-Day Giving Challenge?
- a website called Chew Slowly
- About me:
- I'm a 40 year old mother of three. I work for myself from home doing research but used to be in advertising. I live in the Midwest in a rural area now but moved around a lot when I was younger.
- Do you agree to read and follow the 29Gifts Code of Conduct once you join our site?
- Yes
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Is it giving if...? DAYS 3 AND 4 ROUND 1
Posted on December 6, 2009 at 6:52am 6 Comments 0 Likes
I've been so conscious of the things that I routinely do that might be thought of as giving but I wonder if I'm copping out by counting as "gives" things that I would've done anyway or are enjoyable?
For example, yesterday was my Day 3- for a give, I wrote out about a million Christmas cards and took extra time with them (tried to write something sincere and thoughtful; included a handmade card from my 3 year old that was actually MOSTLY made by me) and it took hours. But I would've… Continue
For example, yesterday was my Day 3- for a give, I wrote out about a million Christmas cards and took extra time with them (tried to write something sincere and thoughtful; included a handmade card from my 3 year old that was actually MOSTLY made by me) and it took hours. But I would've… Continue
A soldier's card- DAY 2 ROUND 1
Posted on December 4, 2009 at 11:53am 1 Comment 0 Likes
It's my second day and I was considering a number of possible gifts when Lisa Graham (another 29 - day giver) posted a blog that asked people to write a holiday card to a recovering soldier. She even provided the address:
A Recovering American Soldier
c/o Walter Reed Army Medical Center
Washington, D.C. 20307-5001
I'd been doing Christmas cards already on the table next to my laptop- It felt serendipitous to take a card break and read that post. So I went ahead… Continue
A Recovering American Soldier
c/o Walter Reed Army Medical Center
Washington, D.C. 20307-5001
I'd been doing Christmas cards already on the table next to my laptop- It felt serendipitous to take a card break and read that post. So I went ahead… Continue
YEAH! So glad to get started! (DAY 1 ROUND 1)
Posted on December 3, 2009 at 2:32pm 3 Comments 0 Likes
Let's see, today is my first day of the 29 day giving challenge. I worried that it would be hard to find things to give but when I shifted my perspective to being giving (that is include acting with kindness beyond mere politeness and not focusing on things) I found that it was much easier. I was also surprised by the fact that I was faced with at least 3 different opportunities to be giving that I could act on- so it was almost like, at least for the first day, I didn't even have to… Continue
Comment Wall (11 comments)
- At 1:18pm on July 11, 2010,
Deb~ Community Manager said… - HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU!
- At 11:15am on July 11, 2010,
Dawn wwt said… 
- At 8:58am on July 11, 2010, Deb~ Community Manager said…
- HAPPY BIRTHDAY!
- At 8:08am on December 07, 2009, Deb~ Community Manager gave Julianne a gift…
- At 8:08am on December 7, 2009, Deb~ Community Manager said…
- Thank you so much Julianne for you kind words! It's been tough but I have to make a decision and stick to it. I have given my all but it's not working. One more go of it and then I know I have done the best I can do. Bless you for caring! Have a nice day today :o)
- At 7:46am on December 6, 2009, Deb~ Community Manager said…
- Hope that you have a fabulous journey as you begin the challenge! Wishing you joy filled days :o) How's the weather where you are? Cold here in St. Marys Ohio! Have a gr8 day Julianne :o)
- At 8:57am on December 5, 2009, Melissa said…
- Thank you for the support Julianne! It looks like we are starting this together! I love that you wrote to a soldier. I will write a card tomorrow. Give away today.
- At 7:54pm on December 3, 2009,
Elly Rose said… - The picture of the Indigo Bunting on a tree I found on line, my phone camera just didn't do him justice. This is a male indigo bunting. He had rammed into our storm door and was unconscious when we found him. Paul and I gave him Reiki for a quite a while, then he started to move and drink the water from the lid. It felt like a honor to be this close to this beauty.
- At 2:39pm on December 3, 2009,
Charlotte said… - Welcome! And Happy Giving!
- At 9:08am on December 3, 2009, Elly Rose said…
- Welcome to the Challenge. It will be an exciting experience. This community is so wonderful and the challenge stretches you. I will be looking for forward to reading your blogs.
Love and Light,
Elly Rose
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