29-Day Giving Challenge

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I hope you're having a great day!!
Jan 30, 2010
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LuckyGirlJulie commented on Theresa Conroy's blog post 'Day 1'
Welcome Theresa! Toye said it perfectly, "there is not right or wrong way to do it!" I remind myself of that every day. All the little things add up to big things and all the big things add up to huge things...and all together they add up…
Dec 2, 2009
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LuckyGirlJulie commented on Paula Swenson's blog post 'approaching the end of round 9 !'
PAULA!!!! 9 Rounds! WoW! You are an inspiration. I look forward to joining you on this journey!
Dec 2, 2009
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LuckyGirlJulie commented on sej's blog post 'Day 21 of 29'
Pumpkin scones....mmmmm.....I know the pain and sadness that can come from sorting through a loved ones items, but as Deb said, look at the positive. Someone who truly needs these items will benefit from your dad's belongings. It's a…
Dec 2, 2009
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LuckyGirlJulie commented on Evalime's blog post 'I am back, and days 1,2 and 3'
Just sent a bunch of ecards from this link! Thank you for sharing. And Welcome Back! You are off to a great start!
Dec 2, 2009
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lynn commented on LuckyGirlJulie's blog post 'What do you GIVE when you have nothing left to give?'
You have a wonderful way with words! So much of what you said is what I've thought also! Thank you for your comment on my blog. I struggle with posting my gives and love what you wrote about that! Thank YOU for the wonderful posts you make and…
Dec 1, 2009
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LuckyGirlJulie commented on everythingchanges's blog post 'Day 1 and those difficult feelings'
I think we might be soul sisters! Welcome! Congratulations! And I totally understand what that inner-struggle feels like.
Dec 1, 2009
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LuckyGirlJulie commented on Lisa Graham's blog post 'When a Teenager Knows Best! (Round 2 Day 11)'
Everyday I still wish I was as "SMART" as I was when I was a teenager and KNEW EVERYTHING...Sami is an awfully lucky young lady...I'm sure through your grace she will be an amazing woman!
Dec 1, 2009
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LuckyGirlJulie commented on Triciabee's blog post 'Day Whatever'
Tricia! I think you hit on what a lot of us struggle with: Trying to remember to give with awareness almost seems forced, and then to write about it for the whole world, or at least the members of the site, to see really feels like it's…
Dec 1, 2009
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LuckyGirlJulie commented on Pauline Nolan's blog post 'OK Here we go!'
Pauline! I can't wait to read about what your self-care gives will be! And a new sassy haircut is the best way to start. Isn't it amazing that fresh hair makes us feel on top of the world!
Dec 1, 2009
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LuckyGirlJulie commented on lynn's blog post 'December 1'
Lynn! That is such a fun idea! A little peppermint candy cane goes a long way in putting a smile on someone's face!
Dec 1, 2009
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LuckyGirlJulie commented on Caroline's blog post 'Day 4'
Caroline. I smiled when I read the word "retirement". When my mom left her 40-hour a week job for "retirement" she became busier than ever and I could never get a hold of her. She started a business she was passionate about,…
Dec 1, 2009
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Wendy Jo commented on LuckyGirlJulie's blog post 'What do you GIVE when you have nothing left to give?'
Wow!! That was so beautifully said. I'd like to reach through the computer and give you a big hug ;-) Hope you will settle for a virtual hug. Your gives were wonderful! Blessings to you, LuckyGirlJulie.
Dec 1, 2009

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Why I'm choosing to give:
It's so cliche, but, "Be the change you want to see in the world."
What I'd most like to receive:
A little less stress in my life. I want a moment every day where I can breathe, in and out, and realize that anything that is haunting me is only temporary. I have good health, a good job, 2 amazing grown children, great friends, and a man who loves me. Yet all the "noise" sometimes drowns out the ability to LIVE IN, not just EXIST IN, my LIFE>
How did you hear about the 29-Day Giving Challenge?
Cami's interview on the Today show!
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What do you GIVE when you have nothing left to give?

Posted on November 30, 2009 at 7:37pm 2 Comments

You give exactly what you don’t have: Money. Time. Energy. Love. Patience.

You give exactly what you need most.



Right now I need ALL of the above.

This week I gathered the last of my reserves of each and gave as though I had an abundance of each.



Money, or rather a lack of, seems to be a recurring theme with so many these days. I just wrote a check to OPB (Oregon Public Broadcasting). Both The Boyfriend and I listen in the car, he downloads podcasts each week,… Continue
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And so it Ends.

Posted on November 23, 2009 at 9:09pm 3 Comments

Yesterday I wrote...and wrote...and wrote about the internal struggle I have had over the last week with the challenge...After admitting my inability to get out of my own way and just embrace the chance to give and, yes, even receive, I sat back and read and reread and then read the post one more time. I came to realize that my thinking wasn't out of line. My feelings weren't wrong. My perception of what I thought the challenge meant and how I should go about it weren't off kilter.



I… Continue
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Questions and, ummm, errr...Answers????

Posted on November 22, 2009 at 11:10am 5 Comments

I haven't blogged since last Sunday. I have thought about doing it every day. I have logged in every day. Sometimes two or three times a day. Then logged out.



Why?



Why, when I was logging each day with joy and ease, did I suddenly not have the....the ability? desire? need? want? WHAT? to post.



Was I not giving each day? No. I gave. As mindfully as I could. Sunday I made breakfast, but then found myself horizontal, on the bed, under a blanket, drifting in and out… Continue
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Piles and Piles of French Toast and a House of Books

Posted on November 15, 2009 at 9:04am 3 Comments

Saturday would have been a great day to sleep in, but as sleep is eluding me lately that just didn't happen. I also had houseguests (the Awesome Boyfriends brother and nephew were here), so I got up and brewed the first of many pots of French Press coffee...If you haven't tried it: 1. It's EASY and 2. It beats brewed coffee any day....then made a huge pile of french toast, eggs, sausage...Obviously my giving this weekend has already begun to resemble a diner, but nothing says love like HOME… Continue

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY JULIE!
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Wishing you a wonderful birthday!  :)

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU!
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Hi, just checking in. Hope you're doing well!
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I hope you're having a great day!!
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