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Why I'm choosing to give:: Because in the past I've taken for granted things I"ve been given.

What I'd most like to receive:: The things I want cannot be given by people. Health, happiness and comfort for my friends and family cannot be bought or given with a delicate bow.

How did you hear about the 29-Day Giving Challenge?: Craig's list

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I think I know why I want to give...

Posted on October 23, 2008 at 6:20pm 1 Comment 0 Likes

Within the month of June, I found out my boyfriend of 6 years was moving 400 miles away for a job. I know it is to only help us in the future, but my heart still aches even now. Within the month of June, I was told my mother had ovarian cancer--stage 3. I know she and I are strong, but my heart still aches even now. Within the month of June, my newly married brother was deployed to South Africa for the next year. I know he is helping our country, but my heart still aches even… Continue

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At 6:42am on October 21, 2008, Paul Cadreau said…: Go Steelers. Not really, but someone from Pittsburg, used to say this to me as we huffed and puffed, on stairmasters. May I be the first to wish you a Happy Thanksgiving?

At 6:01am on October 21, 2008, Cindy said…: Hi Shana - and I hope you enjoy the Challenge!! I just adore Pittsburgh - what a great town!

At 9:29pm on October 20, 2008, Josh I said…: Thanks for signing up. If you saw this in Rants and raves titled "I hear all this b&$#in and moanin..." that woulda been MOI and I am oh so glad someone read it and is doing something about it. This will be FUN!

At 7:36pm on October 20, 2008, Stacey S. said…: Welcome and enjoy your journey! Glad to have another PA member join this challenge~ Happy giving!

At 7:32pm on October 20, 2008, Elly Rose said…: Welcome to the Challenge. It will be an exciting experience. This community is so wonderful and the challenge stretches you. I will be looking for forward to reading your blogs.
Love and Light,
Elly Rose

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