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samilynn9 posted a blog postDays 15 & 16
Day 15 - Working with a client I had met for the first time ( I teach private baking lessons in my home ) I knew it was her birthday, so in addition to the "planed menu" we were going to be working on, I baked her a mini fancy cake of her own, complete with pink roses, homemade chocolate truffle butter cream icing and a candle - Everyone should have cake on thier birthday ( or many cakes! )Day 16 - At the mall with my 15 month old daugher, she managed to swipe a faux fur baby coat from a store…See More
Lois55 wwt commented on samilynn9's blog post Day 14"Thank goodness for Zpacs!! Hoping you have a much better day, and a really good weekend with your precious family."
samilynn9 posted a blog postDay 14
Yesterday I was sick all day ( I have strep and aches, etc ) thus I didnt really think too much about doing anything for others, other then getting through my day - However since I have 2 little ones at home ( 3.5 yr and 15 months ) I had to drag myself out of bed to watch them and put on a smile and be the best mama I could until my husband came home to take over... So I guess my give was trying to protect my babes from seeing a mom who cant keep it together - By keeping thier day normal even…See More
samilynn9 posted a blog postDay 14
Last night I had the pleasure of getting a mani/pedi from a gift card someone had given me - the lady did such a wonderful treatment that I tipped her double the ammount that I normally would give - It made us both feel good :-)
Mailornish commented on samilynn9's blog post Day 13"Donating is such a great gift and it help clear "clutter" and let go... Congratulations!"
samilynn9 posted a blog postDay 11
Instead of sending the usual change for my sons preschool friday charity, I gave him a couple of dollar bills to put in - Something so small but yet we have never done before like that...
e2 commented on samilynn9's blog post Days 9 & 10"I find myself giving a lot of "the little things" also, due to crazy, long days at work. Another blogger I just read doesn't feel those things "count," but I do, because I give them purposefully, not out of habit. So I give…"
Lois55 wwt commented on samilynn9's blog post Days 9 & 10"You are great to give something like these great sounding cookies. Any thought of sharing the recipe, they sound really good."
samilynn9 posted a blog postDays 9 & 10
Day 9 I baked a batch of one of my "special" Mondelbrot cookie recipes for a group of friends when going over to see them ( Sort of a cross between a choc. chip cookie and a snickerdoodle in a soft biscotti form - they are yum! ) I love to share what I bake ....Day 10 - Sometimes it seems I dont stop ALL day - This was one of those days where the "giving" became just the little things - I found myself being way more aware to let other cars go in front of me, to stop and hold back traffic…See More
JJ commented on samilynn9's blog post Day 9"Your energy and patience are incredible gifts to give to your children, especially on trying days like today. Except for the dog food (we have no pets), I have been in your shoes. Get some rest."
JJ commented on samilynn9's blog post Day 8"Your friend is lucky to have you. Ironically, a friend was to drop off a dinner for us the day our doc sent my 1 mo old son to the hospital for RSV a few years ago. I remember how exhausting those few days of hospitalization and the first few days…"
samilynn9 posted a blog postDay 9
Today was an extremely hectic and non stop day - I got so caught up that the only thing I gave away was, in truth, every drop of engery and patience that I have ( not sitting for even a minute ) to my 3.5 year old and 15 month old children - I handled everything from eaten dog food, to hands in toilets to being spit on, sat on, hair pulled, screaming boo boo making , full on messes - ending the day drained with a headache ... Tylenol PM is my friend tonight :-)
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- Why I'm choosing to give:
- I am always looking for small ways to show how truely grateful and blessed I am for all the miricles I have in my life...
- What I'd most like to receive:
- Making other people happy....
- How did you hear about the 29-Day Giving Challenge?
- Read in parents magazine
- About me:
- I am a 32 year old mommy of 2 yummy children ( boy 3 & girl 15 mo ) - I am a creative optimist, who loves to knit, play, and bake...I own and run my Sweet Samantha business, ( at home private baking classes ) which is not only fufilling and fun but an amazing way to connect with people and pass along the joy I get from making delicious treats for others...
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- http://www.sweet-samantha.com
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Days 15 & 16
Posted on January 25, 2010 at 7:43am 2 Comments 0 Likes
Day 15 - Working with a client I had met for the first time ( I teach private baking lessons in my home ) I knew it was her birthday, so in addition to the "planed menu" we were going to be working on, I baked her a mini fancy cake of her own, complete with pink roses, homemade chocolate truffle butter cream icing and a candle - Everyone should have cake on thier birthday ( or many cakes! )
Day 16 - At the mall with my 15 month old daugher, she managed to swipe a faux fur baby… Continue
Day 16 - At the mall with my 15 month old daugher, she managed to swipe a faux fur baby… Continue
Day 14
Posted on January 22, 2010 at 5:13am 1 Comment 0 Likes
Yesterday I was sick all day ( I have strep and aches, etc ) thus I didnt really think too much about doing anything for others, other then getting through my day - However since I have 2 little ones at home ( 3.5 yr and 15 months ) I had to drag myself out of bed to watch them and put on a smile and be the best mama I could until my husband came home to take over... So I guess my give was trying to protect my babes from seeing a mom who cant keep it together - By keeping thier day normal even… Continue
Day 14
Posted on January 20, 2010 at 10:54am 0 Comments 0 Likes
Last night I had the pleasure of getting a mani/pedi from a gift card someone had given me - the lady did such a wonderful treatment that I tipped her double the ammount that I normally would give - It made us both feel good :-)
Day 13
Posted on January 19, 2010 at 4:31am 2 Comments 0 Likes
After calling the "Vets" to come to the house tomorrow to pick up our stuff, my hubby & I loaded the front porch with just about everything we could to donate ... Toys, clothes, books... It feels to good to make room and also know that someone else is going to be enjoyng the things you are letting go of...
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- At 2:12pm on January 2, 2010,
Deb~ Community Manager said… - Wishing you a wonderful giving journey that will fill your heart with many wonderful memories~
- At 1:21pm on January 2, 2010,
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
- At 1:04pm on January 2, 2010,
Dawn wwt said… - Welcome to 29Gifts!
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