Just Give - Someone Needs You
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Everyone Has Something To Give
There is someone out there today that needs you. I don't know who it may be, but they are there. It could be someone who has lost their job and has no idea how they are going to feed their family, or maybe the person who lost everything in a fire last night, or even the cashier as you check out who just had a bad day dealing with disgruntled customers. Someone needs your help.
Everyone has something to give. You could give money, food, clothes, household goods, your time, or even just a Smile.
Who can you give to today?
Live Simply & Give More -- Love Much & Expect Less - Vinyl Wall Art Lettering Words
Everyone has something to give. You could give money, food, clothes, household goods, your time, or even just a Smile.
Who can you give to today?
Live Simply & Give More -- Love Much & Expect Less - Vinyl Wall Art Lettering Words
Today's Reflections
I am sitting here today and watching the river spill into my yard. I am not fretting as I know there is not a thing I can do about it. So I joke about floating away. What good would it do to worry?If the water makes it to the house we will not take any risks and we will leave, which means we will probably lose everything. But all of that everything can be replaced with just a little more work, so why worry? I know something better will be in store for me, as every set back I have ever had has always resulted in something better. So I know I will be fine, might as well relax.
As I watch others in areas around us losing their homes and evacuating, I am seeing so many people distraught and overcome by fear, I know they need someone. Most of the people that are really affected have already been affected by the current economy and probably do not have flood insurance. Resources in the area are getting low due to several major storms the last few years. I am wondering if someone will be there for them.
Silhouette of Woman in Profile at Sunset
Update
Just a note: The water has receded, our town was spared this time. Daytona Beach is dried out and received emergency assistance, but many people do have so much damage and loss. Everyday there is someone, somewhere who needs someone to help them, even if it is just a kind word.
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"Great opportunities to help others seldom come, but small ones surround us every day."
Sally Koch
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What Can We Do?
Ahhhh!We can make a difference in someone's life. We cannot do it all but we can do something everyday. What if we just helped one person everyday? How would this world change if everyone did?
People need someone each and every day. So why do we only think of giving at certain times of the year or when there is a natural disaster? Is it because we choose not to see it most of the time?
A friend may need a hug, a stranger could use a genuine smile, help with a door, groceries, or even a kind word, it could be something so small, but would make a great difference just to know that someone really cared.
I now start each day by saying, " Thank you for this wonderful day, show me who could use some help today."
Do people magically appear?
Naw, they have always been there. It is me who has magically changed, I can now see them.
Who do you now see that could use your help today?
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How to Choose Charitable Organizations
There are so many organizations out there, just how do you know which ones are the right ones? Is one better that another?
I believe the best way to choose is first and foremost what does your heart say to you? There are many many quality organizations, but which ones actually speak to you? You will do the most good giving of yourself to something you have a strong belief in.
Second, research the organization. How do they spend their money? What do they actually do to help the cause? Is there an office nearby if you want to physically help?
If you are able to give money, please do so. A charitable organization can make the money go so much further than we could.
I believe the best way to choose is first and foremost what does your heart say to you? There are many many quality organizations, but which ones actually speak to you? You will do the most good giving of yourself to something you have a strong belief in.
Second, research the organization. How do they spend their money? What do they actually do to help the cause? Is there an office nearby if you want to physically help?
If you are able to give money, please do so. A charitable organization can make the money go so much further than we could.
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Information on Nonprofit Organizations
- Guidestar
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- Charity Navigator
- Find a Charity You Can Trust
Charity Navigator, America's premier independent charity evaluator, works to advance a more efficient and responsive philanthropic marketplace by evaluating the financial health of over 5,400 of America's largest charities. - The American Institute of Philanthropy
- (AIP) is a nationally prominent charity watchdog service whose purpose is to help donors make informed giving decisions.
This web site will provide you with information about our organization, the charities we rate, and our method of grading charities. Special features will focus on top salaries, top-rated groups, and hot topics in America's most popular causes such as: Abortion, Animal Protection, Cancer, Child Sponsorship, Environment, Human Rights, International Relief, Senior Citizens, and more. - BBB Wise Giving Alliance
- The BBB Wise Giving Alliance (the Alliance) helps donors make informed giving decisions and advances high standards of conduct among organizations that solicit contributions from the public. The Alliance was formed in 2001 through the merger of the National Charities Information Bureau with the Council of Better Business Bureaus' Foundation (which housed the Philanthropic Advisory Service.)
Who needs you today?
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"If you see someone without a smile,
give 'em yours!"
~Dolly Parton
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nikosgr
Nov 15, 2011 @ 4:44 pm | delete
- Wonderful lens!!!
Be always well and God bless you!!!
Keep up the good work!!!
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laura18031
Jul 27, 2011 @ 6:32 am | delete
- Beautiful lens. Wonderful start to my day!
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TamaraKajari
Feb 17, 2011 @ 2:09 am | delete
- I wish I was surrounded with more people like you in my everyday life :) Thank you for such a beautiful lens, it made my day start just fine :)
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Squidoolinepro
Feb 14, 2011 @ 3:13 pm | delete
- Blessed by a squid angel;)
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WeddingZazzle
Apr 18, 2010 @ 4:25 am | delete
- Beautiful. SquidAngel Blessings :)
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LoKackl
Mar 22, 2010 @ 1:11 pm | delete
- Delightful! Just checking in to meet a sister-Giant! and another grandmama! Nice to meet you. 5*/fav/roll to my 100% charity lens: bereaved-children
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WhiteOak50
Jan 25, 2010 @ 8:13 am | delete
- I love this lens! Sometimes a simple smile, a simple word of encouragement can go a long way in brighting someones day. Thank you for doing this lens!
"Blessed by a SquidAngel"
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JaguarJulie
Nov 26, 2009 @ 9:02 am | delete
- A beautiful sentiment -- especially ringing true today on a special day of giving thanks and paying it forward. Happy Thanksgiving my dear.
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KathyMcGraw
Aug 29, 2009 @ 12:10 pm | delete
- Indeed we all have something to give, someone to listen to. I love how you put this together, and wish I wasn't a worrier, because as you said there is nothing we can do sometimes anyway. Beautifully written......and the graphics add a great touch.
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jasmineann
Jul 28, 2009 @ 4:15 am | delete
- What a beautiful, touching and truly heart warming lens. I loved it and want to keep it close by. Thank you.
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