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I've come to realize that sometimes "giving" is just releasing positive energy out into the world. The secret is to really aim it at those who are trying to "gift" you with their negative vibes. Toda…
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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 to the cha…
PAULA!!!! 9 Rounds! WoW! You are an inspiration. I look forward to joining you on this journey!
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 wonderful day a…
Just sent a bunch of ecards from this link! Thank you for sharing. And Welcome Back! You are off to a great start!
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 for a…
I think we might be soul sisters! Welcome! Congratulations! And I totally understand what that inner-struggle feels like.
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!
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 defeating th…
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!
Lynn! That is such a fun idea! A little peppermint candy cane goes a long way in putting a smile on someone's face!
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, became super involved in…
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.
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.…
Cathleen! What a terrific gesture of giving. Love the idea of giving the cards.
Gypsy. You can get the book through Barnesandnoble.com or Amazon.com. Maybe even at a local bookstore. She mentions, at the end of the book, that some of the proceeds from sales will go to charity. The book is wonderful and a great gift for someone…
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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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- Yes
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What do you GIVE when you have nothing left to give?
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, and we find ourselves tuning in t… Continue
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, and we find ourselves tuning in t… Continue
Posted on November 30, 2009 at 7:37pm — 2 Comments
And so it Ends.
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 was playin… Continue
I was playin… Continue
Posted on November 23, 2009 at 9:09pm — 3 Comments
Questions and, ummm, errr...Answers????
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 pretty much the entire day. My… Continue
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 pretty much the entire day. My… Continue
Posted on November 22, 2009 at 11:10am — 5 Comments
Piles and Piles of French Toast and a House of Books
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 COOK… Continue
Posted on November 15, 2009 at 9:04am — 3 Comments
Comment Wall (14 comments)
- At 4:23pm on January 29, 2010,
Lisa Graham said…
- I hope you're having a great day!!
- At 8:11pm on December 19, 2009,
Elly Rose said… 
- At 5:13pm on November 25, 2009,
Elly Rose said…
- At 6:31am on November 23, 2009,
Michele Afflitto said… - Hey Julie!! haha, I am totally on the same page as you, Twilight seemed so silly, and then I bought the book for $5, and finished it in 2 days!!! I really had it stuck in my head they were for teenage girls who weren't crazy about reading to begin with! lol my husband thinks I am a vampire dork, and he may be right!! It just kind of sucked me in! Very unexpected, but also fun, and a nice little break from my crazy stay at home mom world...
Thank you for the comment, I'll let ya know how I like the rest of the books!!
Have a fantastic day, a great thanksgiving ,and happy giving : )
- At 7:21pm on November 10, 2009,
Sharon Mead said… - Hey to you too Julie. Thanks for adding me as a friend. May we should "meet up?!?"
- At 4:31pm on November 10, 2009,
Lisa Graham said…
- You and I have a lot in common. Good luck with your journey. Have a great evening.
- At 11:39am on November 09, 2009, CassandraMadeIt gave LuckyGirlJulie a gift…
- At 1:14pm on October 31, 2009,
Sunflower said…
- Thanks for adding me as a friend! :o)
- At 9:38am on October 31, 2009,
Jane said… - Thanks for your comment!!!
- At 1:15pm on October 29, 2009,
CassandraMadeIt said…
- You're the first to respond to my rubber duckie gift-- and you tickled me with your insight! Thanks!!!
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Wow, you inspire me. Thanks.
I have been so busy that i haven't had time to blog! I give something
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then extend to 365 day giving! She…
Yeppers! Love ya too Deb!
What great stones and so many days of gift giving to those who I love!
I just said a little prayer for Jeff, ML. I hope he can be as comfortable as possible, and I certainly hope his family can cope. My Uncle died from a brain tumor a few years ago, It is not only hard on the person going through it, it is devastating…
Day 1 of 29 Gifts – Pot luck
Last Friday night, I attended the book launch at my local book store in Kalk Bay, Cape Town. I often go to book launches, and I love hearing the authors share their story. It is a nice vibe to be able to sit, amongst th…
That is an awesome idea :)
We can do it! I sent out emails, the badge is on our website and it was posted to our blog! Come on 29,000 :)
Do you have anything added in your nice journal?Just wondering. I still think it is so neat.
After lots of time trying, we managed to find new homes for our two outdoor cats. I was very grateful to find them a good place but also really sad to see them go. I wish those kitties the very best! I took care of the process of taking the catching…
These are available at www.redenvelope.com ;-)
I would love to bring a smile to 9 faces by giving them one of these love stones! Good Luck Ladies ;-)
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I'm from Mexico and I'm planning to translate this letter to Spanish, so I can share it in my country. Would you like to have the Spanish version? There are many people who speak Spanish in the US... Let me know if you want it. I would be glad t…
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