Planning for 2012

The project:
It's time to revive this project. 2011 was just too quiet deed-wise. Sure, we did a lot this year, but weren't as helpful to our community as we might have been. In 2012, I'd like to expand the Year of Living Charitably project to include other regular participants. Might you be interested? Adopt a day, adopt a week or commit to weekly posts. Your call...spread the love. If you're interested in being a guest blogger here, just drop me a note and we'll work it out.


  Time: 
All of 2012, but only a few minutes each day with some scattered larger projects.


Why bother? 
Because I was, once again, inspired by my sister in law. And because I miss these projects and posts and hearing from others who are inspired to create their own charitable project efforts.


Worth it?
You tell me. I really did enjoy my year of living charitably - so much so that I plan to extend the project, and share the fun. Will you find it worthwhile to take part?


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Mid-year inspiration

It's been awhile, but don't worry. We've been up to some good these past several months, including several repeated projects (trash collection, recycling, lending hands to friends, relatives and perfect strangers). But I confess I haven't made the daily effort I made last year. Sometimes I realize it's been days since I've done anything notable, but then Dad points out "charity includes the things you do for your own family."

Today I came upon this inspirational collection of stories about a variety of people and organizations who have acted charitably on a number of levels. Slate also has some ideas for how to lend a helping hand. I hope these collections inspires you, too.

What have you done for your community lately? Please share your stories here and inspire us all.

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Now we need YOUR help

OK, now for something completely different....
Last year, I shared daily what our family did for our community.
Today, I'm asking readers to do something for our family.

WEIRD....I know.

You can read all about it here, or just cut to the chase and vote here. Supporters are allowed one vote per e-mail address per day! That means your vote counts each and every day 'til the contest ends Sept. 5!

PLEASE help our family turn our dreams into reality!

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