"Thanks for your note from earlier this week. I have been faltering a bit, trying to get my footing so to speak in the face of some financial issues, but with getting back to meditation/yoga and beginning my second round of giving, I feel better all…"
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Patty Hall posted a blog postDay 5
Treating myself and my sister to a wonderful weekend of movies at a film festival that is literallly taking place 5 minutes from my house. This is the fifth year and it keeps getting bigger and better. I am having my sister stay with me, and will treat her to the movies. It should be a great time and I plan to relax and enjoy myself and connect with her. We have had our ups and downs lately and this is just what the doctor ordered.
Patty Hall commented on HeatherO's blog post Day 2"So sorry for the loss of your grandmother, but I can see visiting your other grandmother in the nursing home, really has been a gift to her and it sounds like it has been for you too. Nursing homes are tough places to visit so I'm sure she…"
Patty Hall commented on gail page's blog post round 2 16-17"I downsized my business at the end of 2007 - it was a tough decision on one hand, as I had to let several employees go, but on the other I was able to get out of the debt I had incurred and now I am my only employee. I'm sure you will land on…"
Patty Hall commented on Cat's blog post the gift of listening"I too have been struggling with a friend, feeling overwhelmed by her anger and obsessing over things she cannot or will not change. And it has been a burden to listen to her - but this gives me renewed energy to be compassionate and try not to put…"
Patty Hall commented on jeanenz's blog post Little Things Mean a Lot"Fantastic! Thanks for sharing this. It definitely helps to see how we can be givers in our lives by changing the way we live, being open to others, charitable, kind, loving. "
Jain Elizabeth Elstad commented on Patty Hall's blog post First 29 Day cycle completed!"I'm glad you were able to reconnect with someone from your childhood.Sorry to hear she is ill,but you will still have a chance to make a difference in her life.Happy giving.-----------------------------Jain"
Patty Hall commented on bluelake's blog post Where am I?"Even when you were so sick you gave wonderful heartfelt gifts. Brava!"
Patty Hall posted a blog postday 1
Today, I start my second round. I will be taking my sister to two movies today--we love seeing all the Oscar movies before the awards show and there are two at our local cinema. She will be so happy when she sees her movies are free! This is definitely a gift for me too. Have a great day of giving everyone.See More
CassandraMadeIt commented on Patty Hall's blog post Haven't started over yet"Congratulations on finishing your round of giving. You might want to try a round of self-giving. I've found that this is quite a powerful experience too.
Enjoy your journey!"
Patty Hall commented on Pamela Jones's blog post Feb 8"Hang in there. Working two jobs is definitely draining. The nice thing about doggies is they still worship you even when you can't be and play with them as much as you and they would like."
Patty Hall posted a blog postHaven't started over yet
I finished my 29 days about a week ago and haven't started over yet but I plan to do so. I have noticed myself being a bit more anxious than usual and centered on my problems and realize that with the challenge I was looking outside myself much more. So I know I will be starting again soon, for my sake as well as those with whom I will share my gifts.
Patty Hall commented on tina e's blog post Spiritual Growth!"I have a therapy group with whom I am just so excited to share this Gift challenge. It sounds like the topic of your group went well with the whole 29-day gift giving."
Patty Hall commented on Gillian's blog post Yesterday in the ER..."I'm glad you were able to calm yourself and not get your blood truly boiling over the long wait and possible misdiagnosis. I sure hope you get the answers you need for your daughter. Prayers are with you."
Patty Hall commented on Stacey S.'s blog post Days 17~ 20: some more catching up"Sounds like you have done well in your giving and are receiving some unexpected rewards! Good for you!"
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- Why I'm choosing to give:
- I was touched by Cami's book and have been exploring other "challenges" to make myself and the world a better place.
- What I'd most like to receive:
- The feeling that I have helped someone, either a friend, family member, or stranger through an obstacle.
- How did you hear about the 29-Day Giving Challenge?
- I read Cami's book which a friend gave to me to read
- About me:
- I am married, have two dogs, and have a wonderful support system of family and friends. I own my own business, and have great clients who I care about. I love to read and write and have been exploring various self-care tools.
- Do you agree to read and follow the 29Gifts Code of Conduct once you join our site?
- Yes
Patty Hall's Blog
Day 5
Posted on February 18, 2011 at 6:21am 2 Comments 0 Likes
Treating myself and my sister to a wonderful weekend of movies at a film festival that is literallly taking place 5 minutes from my house. This is the fifth year and it keeps getting bigger and better. I am having my sister stay with me, and will treat her to the movies. It should be a great time and I plan to relax and enjoy myself and connect with her. We have had our ups and downs lately and this is just what the doctor ordered.
day 1
Posted on February 11, 2011 at 6:02am 1 Comment 0 Likes
Today, I start my second round. I will be taking my sister to two movies today--we love seeing all the Oscar movies before the awards show and there are two at our local cinema. She will be so happy when she sees her movies are free! This is definitely a gift for me too. Have a great day of giving everyone.
Haven't started over yet
Posted on February 9, 2011 at 9:19am 3 Comments 0 Likes
I finished my 29 days about a week ago and haven't started over yet but I plan to do so. I have noticed myself being a bit more anxious than usual and centered on my problems and realize that with the challenge I was looking outside myself much more. So I know I will be starting again soon, for my sake as well as those with whom I will share my gifts.
First 29 Day cycle completed!
Posted on February 1, 2011 at 8:06am 4 Comments 0 Likes
I'm pretty excited to say that I finished my first 29 day cycle of giving. It was harder than I imagined, but also much more rewarding. The best part of it, I think, is that it takes you outside of your own self and your problems and puts you in a more global mind frame. The possibilities for giving seem endless, but at times it was hard to figure out what to do. My second to last day was truly a mysterious thing--I had decided to spend the day reaching out to people I had lost touch with. One… Continue
Comment Wall (12 comments)
- At 4:15am on August 27, 2011,
Lois55 wwt said… Happy birthday, I hope you have a special day!
- At 2:52am on August 27, 2011,
Michele wwt said… Wishing you a very happy birthday, Patty! :)
- At 12:06am on August 27, 2011,
Carylina said… 
- At 7:17am on February 18, 2011,
Deb~ Community Manager said… - Take care now~ Do something just for you!
- At 10:37am on February 15, 2011, Deb~ Community Manager said…
- Hope you are enjoying a lovely day Patty!
- At 1:02pm on January 18, 2011, Deb~ Community Manager said…
- I am so happy to be friends Patty! Be blessed and hugs from Ohio! xoxo
- At 10:37am on January 11, 2011, Deb~ Community Manager said…
- Blessings!
- At 10:34am on January 11, 2011, Deb~ Community Manager said…
- We all are new at one time or another! Not a problem Patty~ I am delighted to be friends.Hope you are safe and warm in this nasty weather~ xoxo
- At 1:32pm on January 6, 2011,
Elly Rose said… - Welcome!
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- At 10:32am on January 5, 2011, Deb~ Community Manager said…
- Wishing you a journey full of many wonderful surprises! Be blessed and if there is anything at all you may need feel free to ask me at any time~ I am here to help :o)
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