I'm a little late with this one and am only now getting around to posting yesterday's gift. Work has kept me preoccupied and I've been suffering from a wretched stiff neck the last couple of days, so I haven't been able to spend very much time online. I do appreciate you all still coming by to visit me and I hope to be able to return the visit tomorrow. Thanks for being so patient!
My gift for Day 11 was a donation to the Maui Humane Society, by way of one of the many plexi-glass boxes parked in so many shops throughout the island. Admittedly, it is one of my less-creative gifts, but still, it is given with love (my whopping $2.00 and change):
And really, how can you say no to this?
I seriously want to adopt a pup. In a bad, bad way.
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Today's Gratitude List:
2) A beautiful, blue-skied, 80+ degree day.
3) Shopping. I know that sounds shallow, but I love me my new handbag and makeup. :)
you and me both!! just wait till you see my post monday!
ReplyDeleteYou have a nice blog here. It has always been good to read someone's gratitude posts :)
ReplyDeleteAlways happy to see you dropped by to say hi on my blog, Angie! So thanks:-) I love this gift (I know I say that everyday...but I do!) I want to be able to foster animals one day!
ReplyDeleteHi Angie, I think to take the time to give, to give anything continues to create a ripple of amazing results that you may never see, though you played a part. Had I not read your blog, I might not have joined in, and your dedication helps spur me on. You mentioned that it is hard to think of something to give every day. I agree. But it is gratifying and I know that there are differences being made in the lives of people, animals and in the condition of our earth...and I am grateful to you :-) that I get to play a part.
ReplyDeleteI just want to give you a big hug when you talk about Nick, and I am so grateful that your husband has a gentle heart and is there to cradle you in those heart rending moments. You are so wise to allow yourself the time and space to feel. You are so wise to recognize the synchronicity of life and to go with it. Even grief is a form of celebrating deep love, a recognition that you have experienced joy and even an expression of gratitude. Sharing that you visited Nick's Facebook page reminded me of how I wrapped myself in Barbara's Denim Shirt, how I wanted to hold her things. Not because they were material, but because I felt close to her. My intellectual side felt it was a bit morbid, but my emotional side only felt...
I am so grateful to have "met" you here and I absolutely see it as one of God's graces...a gift. ~Blessings, Janet
Hi Angie.
ReplyDeleteIt seems like I draft a million comments to you and erase them out of fear of sounding lame due to us only getting to know each other before your loss. However, today, I decided to brave possible rejection and tell you how amazing I think you are. In the face of tragedy, you find the strength to heal and share your heart with the world. So, really, the rejection I braved here seems minimal compared to the world you bravely face everyday with a mission to make a difference. I really wish the absolute best for you and your family.
<3 jessica
We have two rescued dogs around here and they're great. I cannot visit any of kind of animal humane website because I always get so depressed about all the animals that need homes. :-/
ReplyDeleteI heard lots of good things about Black Swan... we've been talking about going the past couple days ourselves.
I hear ya! We want to adopt a dog so bad! Nearly every humane society here is full. We feel so bad for all the pets without a home.
ReplyDeleteAww, now I want a puppy too! :O
ReplyDeleteruthy ann: I saw your post - you are torturing me!!!
ReplyDeleteIma: Hi there! Thank you for visiting me!
Shalyn: Hi Love...I'm sorry I haven't been able to stop by more often - I feel so behind! I know what you mean about fostering animals...Phil & I dream of the day when we own enough land to take in all the strays. :)
Janet: Wow...I love your comments, Janet. They are ALWAYS so thoughtful and they mean so much to me. Thank you so much for your love and support - I am so happy our paths crossed. Much love to you. xoxo.
Jessica: Ok, girlfriend, where did you go?! I was so sad when I realized you deleted your blog. What happened? I was bummed that we'd just started getting to know one another and then you were gone (but not forgotten). I hope that someday you feel up to writing again...I miss your posts!
Thank you for your kind words - they mean so much to me and I am touched by your honesty. Please don't be a stranger...and keep me posted when you get your new blog up and running. No pressure or anything. ;) xo.
Melissa: Yay for rescue pups!
Have you seen Black Swan, yet? What'd you think?
Tay: Hi Sweets! I know, I want a puppy like you wouldn't believe. Thanks for stopping by and saying hello. :)
Holly: Me too!
Hi Angie!
ReplyDeleteWinter struck and the associated insecurities I feel around this time got the best of me and I removed my blog. It may sound trivial, but I go through it ever winter away from home. However, I just started a new one: http://alohainfused.blogspot.com. I have no idea what direction I'm going to take it in so I am off to a slow start. I'm open to any input you have though because I love your blog and your writing. :)
And even though I deleted my blog, I still visited yours. I just never knew how to put together the words I wanted to say to you. I'm glad the communication is back! :)
correction: it is
ReplyDeletewww.alohainspired.com
thanks to my best friend. :)
oh, goodness. lol, i meant www.alohainfused.com
ReplyDeletelol, too many thoughts all at one time.