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Maria Carroll commented on Harriet's blog post 'The Morning Chat (Day 4 Round 4)'
Great realization! Sometimes it is those little things that make the biggest difference in another person's life. I am sure you are a bright spot in your co-workers day! Good for you for taking the time to connect with him! Blessings to you for…
Joyce Kirby commented on Maria Carroll's blog post 'Day 29 - Gifts to Hubby and Mom'
Congratulations on finishing your first round!! I am glad you are going to be doing another round!! Together we are making a difference in so many lives.
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Paula Swenson commented on Maria Carroll's blog post 'Day 27 - Anonymous gifts'
Probably more fun than giving and getting them in the traditional way! Good give! :-)
Myki commented on Maria Carroll's blog post 'Day 12 - 20'
Let me tell you, Maria.....you are definitely on the right track! Great post....great giving!
Myki commented on Maria Carroll's blog post 'Day 7 - A note of comfort'
Wow, what a perfect song! I've never heard Paul Thorn before.....what a delightful man. And you, dear lady, are delightful as well. Great giving!
Maria Carroll commented on lettingo's blog post 'Day 1 - a personal "poem"'
I love the idea of writing a poem for a friend. I started writing poetry for the first time last year. I would love to write a poem for a friend. What a beautiful gift that would be to give or receive!
Paula Swenson commented on Maria Carroll's blog post 'Day 12 - 20'
Those are all wonderful gives Maria. I think everyone struggles with 'what is a give' at the start of this challenge, and we all end up learning what it is to us, because it is not the same journey for everyone. Don't devalue the…
Day 12 - 20
Well, I've been away for awhile because on Wednesday morning as I took the morning off work to take my Mom to breakfast before she headed back up to Northern California, she fell in front of the restaurant and broke her shoulder. I can't tell you how I wanted to go back in time. I also can't tell you how ironic it was for me because I NEVER call in to work and say I'm going to be a little late today. I am religiously there ON TIME every single day. I have so many sick days stacked up because I…See More
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Maria Carroll commented on Myki's blog post 'DAY ONE: The first gift.'
I am so proud of you Myki! Welcome to the 29 Day Giving Challenge. You are such a giving person already but I know that you will grow through this experience! I am on day 19 but am behind in blogging. I better get on that!
Lisa Graham commented on Maria Carroll's blog post 'Day 10 - Christmas music and a phone call'
Isn't Christmas music the best? It just makes you feel so good inside. What a great give!!
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- Why I'm choosing to give:
- I want to break my patterns of holding on so tight to money and material things. I believe in this movement and know that the world would be a much better place if everyone lived their life in this manner.
- What I'd most like to receive:
- The freedom that comes from unburdening myself from material things. Also, I want to live in abundance.
- How did you hear about the 29-Day Giving Challenge?
- Saw the book in Borders
- About me:
- I am a wife and mother. I am guidance counselor at a high school. I love my job! I also promote concerts in my spare time - love spreading joy thru live music.
- Website:
- http://FiveSistersEntertainment.com
- Do you agree to read and follow the 29Gifts Code of Conduct once you join our site?
- Yes
Maria Carroll's Blog
Day 29 - Gifts to Hubby and Mom
Posted on December 19, 2009 at 4:04pm 3 Comments 0 Likes
So today is my 29th day...I want to begin this journey again but I am probably going to wait until after the New Year. Today my first gift was getting up at 4:30am with our little dachshund who had to go potty so my husband didn't have to get up because he was going to have to be up at 6 to got to work. He appreciated that! Then I headed up to my Mom's and I will spend a few days here with her helping her with laundry, grocery shopping, bathing etc. I hope everyone has a wonderful holiday… Continue
Day 28 - Proof-reading a resume and Christmas cards
Posted on December 18, 2009 at 5:42pm 0 Comments 0 Likes
Today, I had much to do because I am leaving for the weekend to go up and help my Mom. But I took some time out to help a friend with her resume. I also mailed out Christmas cards. I haven't been doing that the last few years but I felt moved to do it this year. I wanted to let my loved ones know I was thinking of them.
I hope everyone's holidays are shaping up to be not too stressful!
I hope everyone's holidays are shaping up to be not too stressful!
Day 27 - Anonymous gifts
Posted on December 17, 2009 at 7:54pm 2 Comments 0 Likes
I guess I missed the memo at work that we weren't supposed to give gifts to each other. Found that out yesterday...no gifts this year. Well, since I had already bought stuff for people I gave my gifts anonymously...unwrapped and just set on their desks. It was kinda fun trying to figure out how/when to leave the gifts so I wouldn't be seen. It was also fun seeing people finding their gifts and wondering who gave them.
Day 26 - Condolences
Posted on December 16, 2009 at 6:30am 0 Comments 0 Likes
My whole family participated in this give. We got a call from our friend Donna, whose Mom was our youngest son's babysitter for the first 4 years of his life. She told us that her Mom, Maxine, had passed away on Dec 10th. We were all saddened. She was such an amazing person! Words cannot express the gratitude I feel for her loving, nurturing care of my youngest son. But more than that I admired the way she lived life to the fullest. She embodied the motto "if you can't do anything about it, let… Continue
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- At 10:17am on June 5, 2010,
Erin M said… - Have a happy birthday!
- At 7:24am on June 5, 2010,
Deb~ Community Manager said… - HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU!
- At 2:43pm on November 21, 2009,
Mary Johnson said… - Welcome to 29 Gifts! I'm so glad you decided to join us.
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Mary
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