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I second this. This woman is amazing. Her CD's have helped many, many people dealing with different issues. I find her choice of words and the sound of her voice perfect for someone who needs guided…
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Cami, you must be high on amazement and gratitude. Congrats. Lotusgirl
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Thank you Deb.
My last day of this giving challenge has come and gone and I find myself continuing to stretch myself in the area of giving on many levels. It has been a wonderful tool. I am thankful that I was receptive to this opportunity for growth and enrichmen…
Maybe the whole idea of giving is that it eventually becomes who you are rather than something you do.
The Giving Challenge is a tool. Eventually you will not need the tool anymore.
Apart from giving money, food or clothing, I think it would be a great gift to just be present with the person. Last year, I had a long conversation with a homeless man in front of a Peet's coffee house. He was asking for money (which I gave him) an…
Beautiful pics, Simone!!!
Love how you are integrating this into your life in a personal, insightful way.
I second this. This woman is amazing. Her CD's have helped many, many people dealing with different issues.
I find her choice of words and the sound of her voice perfect for someone who needs guided imagery and affirmations.
Thank you Gayle for all your inspiration and resources.
Wonderful colors!!!!
Part of the reason to be conscious of what you give is to "not encourage panhandlers". It can become a big problem for business people to have the panhandlers camped outside their businesses. If they are homeless and hungry, then giving them food se…
There will always be 'homeless' people who are nothing but panhandlers, but then, we live in an imperfect world. The reality is that there are many homeless who really are cold and hungry and would appreciate anything. And even if they are alcoholic…
I've thought about purchasing grocery store gift cards and giving those instead of cash. A fellow giver/blogger inspired that idea.
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- It is a wonderful way of being in the world. and I want to highlight that in my life.
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- Just the experience and how it feels when one emphasizes this in one's life.
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Last day of giving challenge...
My last day of this giving challenge has come and gone and I find myself continuing to stretch myself in the area of giving on many levels. It has been a wonderful tool. I am thankful that I was receptive to this opportunity for growth and enrichment. It does change you in a very positive way.
Posted on December 13, 2009 at 12:30pm — 2 Comments
How To Help The Homeless
I have always had concerns about giving money to homeless people, or people begging on the streets.
I read recently that instead of money it is better to offer bottled water, ready- to- eat food or toiletries. Also the article emphasized being polite and showing consideration, saying hello or being friendly and looking them in the eye. They are human, just like you. If they are asking you for help, rather than treating them with indifference, or ignoring them, simply say, "I am sorry, I '… Continue
I read recently that instead of money it is better to offer bottled water, ready- to- eat food or toiletries. Also the article emphasized being polite and showing consideration, saying hello or being friendly and looking them in the eye. They are human, just like you. If they are asking you for help, rather than treating them with indifference, or ignoring them, simply say, "I am sorry, I '… Continue
Posted on November 29, 2009 at 10:00am — 6 Comments
Making Gifts
I am busy these evenings making "neck warmers" for a group of "yoga buddies". These five women come to my home studio once a week to practice flow yoga. We share a lot together because it is a small group. I want to show these women how much I appreciate them and enjoy working with them through yoga practice. They are also all knitters and so appreciate knitted gifts... It will be so much fun when I give them... the neck warmers are variegated and all different colors and each has 2 big buttons… Continue
Posted on November 22, 2009 at 10:20am — 1 Comment
An Apology As A Gift
One thing that I have learned to do a little differently in the giving area is to apologize without qualifying it or defending what I did.... just a straight out flat apology.
That can sometimes be a gift that helps another feel empowered, understood and cared for.
Wow, I had never thought of that as a gift before.
That can sometimes be a gift that helps another feel empowered, understood and cared for.
Wow, I had never thought of that as a gift before.
Posted on November 19, 2009 at 10:30am — 3 Comments
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- At 6:20am on December 30, 2009, deb jolliff gave Lotusgirl a gift…
- At 6:19am on December 30, 2009,
deb jolliff said…
- Happy Birthday to you Lotusgirl!
- At 4:21pm on December 13, 2009, Blue gave Lotusgirl a gift…
Hi, I see that you are in Bellingham. My grandparents live there. We visited in February for my grandmother's 92nd birthday. I thought I would say hello and wish you happy giving. :)
- At 6:59am on November 21, 2009,
Yogini said… - Thank you so much for your supportive words. I completely agree and even though this shift challenges us, I believe it brings us into the light and a better place.
- At 8:59pm on November 18, 2009,
Allie Andersen said… - Just from your occupation, I am certain that you live your life very differently than most people do. The practice of yoga and the beliefs are so very powerful. How long have you been studying it? I miss yoga dearly!
- At 8:55am on November 16, 2009,
Carla Sofia said… - Hi LotusgirlI I wanted to comment on your picture, you are beautiful! I started practicing Bikram Yoga in July and have become absolutely addicted! It has added so much balance and calmness to my life, both physical and mental. Sounds corny but it's true! I know this website and this challenge will just be one more thing in my life to be thankful for!
- At 11:37am on November 12, 2009,
genuine said… - Welcome to 29 Gifts! 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 these directions.
Help Us Grow: Please help spread the word. We're striving to reach our goal of 29,000 committed givers, and you can help: Send this Invitation to friends, write about the challenge and include a badge or our video on your website, blog, facebook, or myspace page.
The book 29 Gifts: How a Month of Giving Can Change Your Life - authored by 29 Gifts founder Cami Walker is now in stores. You can also buy through Amazon.
Support our Cause of the Month
In November, we're sponsoring a cause that has been started by fellow giver, Lubabat. We are so deeply touched and impressed by Lubabat's strength of character & spirit. Lubabat was diagnosed with MS in the mid 90s and then in August of 09, she was diagnosed with stage 4 metastatic breast cancer. Her reaction has been so inspirational - she is thriving through giving. She is hosting a Christmas Give and her theme is "going small to make a big impact" We have named her our November Cause of the Month and would be grateful for your support!
Happy giving!
P.S. Don't miss our handy 29-Day Giving Calendar or our cute Gift Note to accompany your gifts.
- At 9:32am on November 12, 2009,
deb jolliff said…
- Very pretty picture Lotusgirl! Welcome to the challenge and heres hoping you experience much joy and happiness along the way. Blessings and have a wonderful day!
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I would love to receive these stones - my only problem would be whom to give them to - I hope that you would give us a chance to purchase them after the contest is over
Thanks Deb...the way I'm going, I'll never get out of here...lol. I'm a PROCRASTINATOR !! ....ha ha ha.....
What a beautiful gift giveaway! I would love to win this and give it to my best friend, because I love her for all of these reasons, and for many more. Thank you for offering such a nice item.
Good luck to all members !!...We could all benefit from this CD, as this could help the rest of us who don't have MS, ALS, MD, etc., better understand what these wonderful people are going through, and what strength and courage they have. God bless…
Beautiful women!
Welcome Babs, glad your here. Great start. ML
A few years ago I worked with a friend named Jeff in Maryland. He called me his "buddy." A super guy, always smiling and fun to be around. Back in the fall we received the news that he is dying from brain cancer. What a shock, he is only 42. He has…
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I will pray a rosary for my friend Paul today.
These are such a neat idea! How wonderful to hand these out to family and friends to just let them know how you feel and give them a little lift when they see it!
Viki S.
Prayers being said for Cami!
What a great idea. I am going to send to my son in college that way when he is having a bad or stressful day he can pull them out. I am a "PAY IT FORWARD" type of person. I feel if you give of yourself then you are ALWAYS giving.
This sounds like a great CD. Sure wish there were more out there like that! I bet it's wonderful!
Viki S.
Love these! I would like to be entered into your raffle.
Hi my fellow givers!!I just wanted to tell everyone that I just finished my 29 day gift challenge and it was a mixed experience that I enjoyed very much and taught me a lot about human nature. I had a couple of my gifts rejected, but, mostly they w…
These are just great. I think of so many that people who would love these. Keep on giving the love!
I absolutely LOVE telling people I love them for a million tiny little reasons...it makes me feel great and reminds them how fabulous and important they are to me. I'd love to share these stones with them!
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