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Days 4, 5, 6, 7, 8... oy...

Time goes so quickly and yet I have been ever aware of the challenge in my life of giving and ever aware of the feeling I get as it happens.Day 4 was Thanksgiving. And easy day to give to others. So much to be thankful for in my life and my little one and I, my partner in crime, we gave and gave and gave and it felt GREAT.The following day - Friday - all I wanted to do was be at home and clean and do next to nothing - but I decided to go to my home town and give to my family - the gift of time…See More

Blog post by abemery Dec 1, 2009

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TracyB commented on abemery's blog post 'Day 3'

I know how you feel.....I get caught up in what the gift must be, how it must look........something ultra significant, when all it takes is a small thing........time. Have a wonderful Thanksgiving.

Nov 26, 2009

Day 3

It's interesting to me how sometimes life gets in the way of the simple desire to give... I kept thinking today "the challenge" "the challenge" "the challenge"... I wanted to look for something to give, someone who needed or deserved it. It's not like it feels like something I HAVE to do - but something that I very much want to be aware of doing and not stop.As the time continued to click by and I was driving to pick up my little one from daycare, I knew she would ask, "what are we giving…See More

Blog post by abemery Nov 26, 2009

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Wendy Jo commented on abemery's blog post 'Day 2 ... it continues'

Thanks for sharing info about yourself and your precious daughter. I love you Best/Worst game - such a great idea!!! And how cute is it that your daughter wanted to give to her teacher??!?! Priceless! Blessings to you both ;-)

Nov 25, 2009

Blog posts by abemery Nov 24, 2009

Cathleen commented on abemery's blog post 'Day 1 ... I'm doing it!'

i think this will be something you will not have to write down after a while. you'll surprise yourself!

Nov 24, 2009

Cindy commented on abemery's blog post 'Day 1 ... I'm doing it!'

Hi Amy - I don't think there are many "rules" except for giving away one thing each day. Sometimes it is a matter of just realizing that we have the opportunity to do it, and then seizing that opportunity. Sometimes it is something…

Nov 23, 2009

I'm starting the 29 day challenge tomorrow 11/23. I think it is a great time to be giving... Looking forward to the "challenge"

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abemery is now a member of 29-Day Giving Challenge Nov 23, 2009

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Why I'm choosing to give:: Why not?
What an inspirational story?...

I'm feeling a little blue lately and down and thinking that giving will actually make me feel better

What I'd most like to receive:: Stop feeling bad for myself - feel better about life

How did you hear about the 29-Day Giving Challenge?: The Today Show... The book

About me:: Single mom of an amazing little girl. Full time job, plus a side business...

Website:: http://www.AGirlFromTheVille.etsy.com

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Days 4, 5, 6, 7, 8... oy...

Posted on December 1, 2009 at 12:40am 2 Comments 0 Likes

Time goes so quickly and yet I have been ever aware of the challenge in my life of giving and ever aware of the feeling I get as it happens.

Day 4 was Thanksgiving. And easy day to give to others. So much to be thankful for in my life and my little one and I, my partner in crime, we gave and gave and gave and it felt GREAT.

The following day - Friday - all I wanted to do was be at home and clean and do next to nothing - but I decided to go to my home town and give to my family -… Continue

Day 3

Posted on November 25, 2009 at 11:47pm 1 Comment 0 Likes

It's interesting to me how sometimes life gets in the way of the simple desire to give... I kept thinking today "the challenge" "the challenge" "the challenge"... I wanted to look for something to give, someone who needed or deserved it. It's not like it feels like something I HAVE to do - but something that I very much want to be aware of doing and not stop.

As the time continued to click by and I was driving to pick up my little one from daycare, I knew she would ask, "what are we giving… Continue

Day 2 ... it continues

Posted on November 24, 2009 at 9:52am 2 Comments 0 Likes

I woke up this morning and couldn't wait to give... it's funny really - the excitement that has built around this.

A little about my life --- I know we all have stories ---

here is a brief synopsis of mine...

full time, single mom (baby's daddy walked out when my little angel was 21 days old, he has since come back only to make our lives more miserable than good), full time job, heart issues, part-time job to supplement bills on the side and also to have a little artistic flair… Continue

Day 1 ... I'm doing it!

Posted on November 23, 2009 at 10:19am 3 Comments 0 Likes

So, I had to put it in my Outlook ... is that against the "rules?" ... I just didn't want to forget and I figured that until it became a habit... It would be one of those things that "oh yeah... I need to ..." "Oh yeah ... I need to... " until the day was over and I didn't do it...

So, I am hoping to start every day with a plan of action and then it will become habit and then it will be easier.

Not that giving is hard... but with a busy life and so many things on the "to… Continue

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At 6:31am on July 22, 2010, Deb~ Community Manager said…: HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU!

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At 2:17pm on November 23, 2009, Cindy said…: Welcome to 29 Gifts! I'm so glad you decided to join us.

Enjoy your 29 Days and don't forget to share some stories to help inspire others. If you need help posting in your Personal Giving Blog, follow these directions.

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In November, we're sponsoring a cause that has been started by fellow giver, Lubabat. We are so deeply touched and impressed by Lubabat's strength of character & spirit. Lubabat was diagnosed with MS in the mid 90s and then in August of 09, she was diagnosed with stage 4 metastatic breast cancer. Her reaction has been so inspirational - she is thriving through giving. She is hosting a Christmas Give and her theme is "going small to make a big impact" We have named her our November Cause of the Month and would be grateful for your support!

Happy giving!

P.S. Don't miss our handy 29-Day Giving Calendar or our cute Gift Note to accompany your gifts.

At 3:48am on November 23, 2009, Ruth said…: Love your stuff on etsy. welcome to 29Gifts. Enjoy all that the challenge brings into your life.

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