I donate another $50 to Safe the Children. Not bad for 2 weeks worth of saving-not great, but I have to believe that every little bit helps. Today we left for a much needed 7 day family vacation in New Hampshire. Do you know, I got to sit outside today and not sweat--I had forgotten … Continue reading One In 7 Billion On Vacation
Charity
One in 7 Billion: Africa
I know that many in my circle are just as moved to help the Horn of Africa as I am. Ethiopia is part of this East African trouble zone--dealing with famine due to drought. I think often of my children and how this might be affecting others like them, perhaps their birth families and or … Continue reading One in 7 Billion: Africa
One In 7 Billion Update
Ah...where does the time and days go. I am still donating money in place of spending things, but my computer doesn't let me online at work (I upgraded to Lion and well--my work network isn't ready for Lion so, I'm limited in my internet access at work and therefore, my time to blog has disappeared). … Continue reading One In 7 Billion Update
One In 7 Billion Day 3
The giving up of little things continue (Day 1 and Day 2). Today I am giving up two things I would spend money on. Breakfast and snacks at the pool. My husband is out of town on business this week and has been since Sunday. This means I am tired and there is never enough … Continue reading One In 7 Billion Day 3
One In 7 Billion Day 2
So, today is Day 2 in my 45 day countdown to turning forty. Day 1 and and explanation of what I am doing and why can be found here. Today's donation is $10 to Free the Children and their clean water projects. This $10 is donated instead of buying lunch out. I made a sandwich … Continue reading One In 7 Billion Day 2
Embracing Imperfection 