29-Day Giving Challenge

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DAY 28 & 29

Day 28:  My best friend started the bar exam today so I sent her a care package of her favorite things (candy/dried fruit/gossip magazines) to help her through it!Day 29: I made a friend who started a vegan diet a special souffle!  Enjoyed some myself.Overall, this was a wonderful and pleasant month.  I'm still working on being in tune and conscious of giving...so I'm going to continue the challenge to focus on the act of giving (and receiving)!See More
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DAY 21 & 22

Day 21:  A busy day today so I almost forgot my challenge:  complimented a woman on her purse at an event I went to.  The compliment led to a great conversation with an interesting person!Day 22:  Offered a legal contact to a friend at work who is having troubles...hope it works out.It's been a great month!  I hope to continue this beyond 29 days.See More
Feb 23
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DAY 18, 19 & 20

Day 18:  I made two of my friends specialty cocktails for free when they visited me at work (I bartend on the weekends).  It was so nice to see their faces on my busy Saturday night at the bar so I enjoyed giving them this treat!Day 19:  A friend just found out her dad has to have triple-bypass surgery, so I insisted we meet for dinner...I knew she needed a distraction and some time with a friend.  I like to think it lifted her spirits just a little.Day 20:  This idea occurred to me very…See More
Feb 21
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DAY 16 & 17

Day 16:  I feel like I've been neglecting my dog a bit lately so I decided to spend some extra loving time with her today.  I took her to the dog park and on extra walks and gave her her favorite treats today.  It warmed my heart to see her extra happy.Day 17:  The cleaning lady at work last week had asked me what product I use in my hair...so on a trip to Target in the morning, I picked up the mousse I use and gave it to her when I saw her in the afternoon.  The look on her face was…See More
Feb 18
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DAY 14 & 15

Day 14:  Valentine's Day!  I was home sick with a cold (and a bit medicated) so I didn't think through a gift to someone else but I did get myself a bouquet of flowers when getting medication at the drugstore :).Day 15:  Spent a lot of time catching up with my mom and an old friend on the phone today.  Mom needed some telephone-company, and the old friend was going through some relationship difficulties and needed an ear to listen. It's been halfway through the challenge, and I still don't…See More
Feb 16
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DAY 11, 12 & 13

Day 11:  Had plans to meet my bestie for a workout/sauna visit, meanwhile she is SUPER stressed preparing to take the bar exam in a couple weeks.  So to lift her spirits I bought her a bouquet of flowers and brainless gossip magazines she can read during her breaks.  We do these kinds of things for each other when the other is in emotional need - she is the closest person to me, after all - but I was more conscious of it this time around.  Her personality is such that when she's stressed,…See More
Feb 14
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DAY 9 & 10

Day 9:  My dad has been having difficulty adjusting to my mom being out of town so I made it a point to have a nice, long conversation with him over the phone to keep him preoccupied.  After that, I've decided to call him every day to keep him company while my mom is away.Day 10:  A coworker called me for legal help with a troublesome roommate; I was surprised she called me for the help, but I was happy to offer her some advice and she seemed so appreciative.  That was heartwarming.  She…See More
Feb 11
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DAY 7 & 8

Day 7: A friend called really upset that her boyfriend had just broken up with her, and I talked her through it.  It was unexpected but I hope a gift, nonetheless.Day 8:  I gave MYSELF a treat at the hair and nail salon :).The one difficulty I'm having with this 29-day challenge is that although I am conscious of giving when I give, I feel like these are "gifts" (like consoling a friend through a break-up) I would give anyway, even not during this challenge.I guess since this is called a…See More
Feb 8
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DAY 5 & 6

Day 5:  Was buying myself a couple books off Amazon and remembered a spiritual book I saw on one of Oprah's shows...knew my sister needed a pick-me-up lately so I ordered it, and had it mailed to her as a gift with a really affectionate and honest message.  We're not usually very expressive in my family so I'm sure all of these random gifts and loving words are surprising them and just throwing them off haha..  But it warms my heart that I think it will make my sister happy when she gets a gift…See More
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Why I'm choosing to give:
I am a giver by heart but I want to become more mindful and aware of giving.
What I'd most like to receive:
Love and fulfillment
How did you hear about the 29-Day Giving Challenge?
My yoga instructor :)
Do you agree to read and follow the 29Gifts Code of Conduct once you join our site?
Yes

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DAY 28 & 29

Posted on March 1, 2012 at 10:47am 2 Comments

Day 28:  My best friend started the bar exam today so I sent her a care package of her favorite things (candy/dried fruit/gossip magazines) to help her through it!

Day 29: I made a friend who started a vegan diet a special souffle!  Enjoyed some myself.

Overall, this was a wonderful and pleasant month.  I'm still working on being in tune and conscious of giving...so I'm going to continue the challenge to focus on the act of giving (and receiving)!

DAY 26 & 27

Posted on February 28, 2012 at 8:43am 2 Comments

Day 26:  Took my dog on a nice long walking trip today - she loved it! (It was a treat for me too). 

Day 27:  Gave myself a full day of rest, complete with soup, to get rid of this cold that doesn't seem to go away!

DAY 23, 24 & 25

Posted on February 27, 2012 at 10:18am 3 Comments

Day 23:  Joined some friends I hadn't seen in awhile for a lovely dinner and, one in particular who I've missed, I made sure to give some extra attention to.

Day 24:  A coworker called asking for legal advice and I spent an hour, freely, making sure she was well-informed.

Day 25:  I gave a complete stranger in the store a compliment :).

Little and big gifts..I'm still trying to process this journey.  I think I will definitely continue beyond the…

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DAY 21 & 22

Posted on February 23, 2012 at 3:57pm 2 Comments

Day 21:  A busy day today so I almost forgot my challenge:  complimented a woman on her purse at an event I went to.  The compliment led to a great conversation with an interesting person!

Day 22:  Offered a legal contact to a friend at work who is having troubles...hope it works out.

It's been a great month!  I hope to continue this beyond 29 days.

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At 3:10pm on February 01, 2012, Michele wwt gave lilcheekymonkey a gift
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Hello and welcome! I'm happy to be sharing this journey with you. May it be filled with many blessings. If you have any questions, please feel free to ask. I'm here to help. Thank you for joining us.
At 3:08pm on February 1, 2012, Michele wwt said…

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At 9:39am on February 1, 2012, Lois55 wwt said…

Welcome to the challenge, we're so glad you are joining. I hope you enjoy your journey and it brings you  happiness.

At 9:39am on February 1, 2012, Deb~ Community Manager said…

Thanks for the gift of your friendship and dropping by my page! This day is a gift~ Unwrap and enjoy it!

At 9:04am on February 1, 2012, Deb~ Community Manager said…

It is my pleasure to welcome you to this fabulous giving community~ I wish you a joyous journey. There are many things of interest on the site. Feel free to browse and choose. Be blessed and have a happy day and happy giving!

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A very warm and loving welcome to you lilcheekymonkey~ We are excited to journey with you!
 
 
 

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