em jay & me: spread kindness

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Tuesday, April 5, 2011

Friday, September 24, 2010

I am so happy to announce that the KIND-HEARTED BLOGGER campaign has reached 125 pledges!!!! Wonderful!!!

Here is the winner of the 1st giveaway. I drew a number (random number generator) out of 101. It was 30. Sadly, I couldn't "save and copy" the little box to show proof, so this is pure "honor system"...

Tiffany, from Bread Without Butter

Tiffany, I will contact you for you address...

Thursday, September 9, 2010

TWO GIVEAWAYS!!!!! : HAPPY 100 KIND BLOGGERS...

** I'll be keeping this at the top for awhile so scroll down for newer posts!

**I AM ALSO EXTENDING THE FIRST GIVEAWAY UNTIL THE 20th BECAUSE IF THERE IS NO INTEREST IN THE SECOND ONE, THE FIRST WINNER WILL ALSO RECEIVE THAT PRIZE! YAY! THANKS FOR WAITING...

101 to be exact! I am so happy to announce that The Kind-Hearted Blogger Campaign has reached an astounding 101 pledges!!!!

To celebrate I am offering two giveaways...

Giveaway #1:

Is open to Kind-Hearted Bloggers only. I will be drawing one blog name from the list of 101 bloggers. The winner will be contacted by Monday September 13th for your mailing info. One winner will receive:

A "spoil" reusable tote made by dear colleen. 100% of the sales from this tote goes to Oxfam American (Gulf Oil Spill Fund).

And a copy of the wonderful book Craft Hope by Jade Sims. Even if you are not a crafter, this is a wonderfully inspiring book to read through.

Both of these were featured in one of my previous posts showcasing a few things created for charity. I thought it would be nice to do a giveaway that would also "give back".

Giveaway # 2

This giveaway is open to anyone! To be eligible participate in your very own card/note drop (here's are some examples from kind over matter) or even small gift drop (here's an example). Randomly place a little note or small gift with a reminder of kindness in a public area for a stranger to find. it could even just be a little post it note with a kind quote.

Then comment on this post with a brief description of what you did/what you left or what you will do/leave. Let's make someone smile this week. You never know how much this can make a difference in someone's day! And that's it--easy!

One winner will be drawn at random on Monday September 20th (so you have a little over a week). And will receive a set of unazukin keychains. and a few other small surprises. (sorry for the bad photo):

THANK YOU TO ALL YOU KIND PEOPLE OUT THERE!!! AND HAVE FUN!!

And make sure to stay tuned for even more Kind Hearted Blogger activities!!!

Thursday, August 12, 2010

HAPPY, HAPPY

So as I have promised and pledged, I am here to follow up my complaining post with a more positive one. I guess a day at work with terminally ill people is one way to put things into perspective for you. Here's to a better mood.

Every once in awhile Emily Jay gets fussy and cries over something small, I usually tell her, "Em, why are you crying? Don't cry." Then she will say to me, "Happy, Happy?"

So this post is dedicated to my Em Jay, who is one of the reasons I want to become a better person. She inspires me.

Not to mention she needs her mama to be setting a fine example, rather than jumping over some fence to argue with a guy who has probably seen very little kindness in this world.

So, here's my "Happy, Happy" list for today...

I am happy that...

Tomorrow is Friday
There is a Rubber Stamp and Scrapbook Expo on Saturday. woohoo!
I'm planning to eat some frozen yogurt at Menchie's
I get to live in the neighborhood I've grown up in
We have built our dream house
All of our other neighbors are wonderful
And I won this giveaway! yay!

I've been thinking about the whole neighbor incident... thinking that yes, I am human...it still makes me a bit miffed...okay, maybe a lot miffed. But what can I do to make this more pleasant--to help myself feel better about it too? I think I just might make a tiny, little "kindness" painting and leave it on our fence. A little reminder for our unkind neighbors couldn't do any harm, right? What if the only way to teach someone kindness is to show them...

I'll keep you updated on "operation happy, happy neighbors". Ha!

Also my mom called the owner's (of the home next door) assistant and explained the situation. We had talked to him about this several times before. But this time, he said he will work on possibly an eviction notice and see where that goes. I really hate the thought of people being evicted, especially the other renters (there are about 5-8 of them at a time--all come and go) who cause no harm, but I'm really concerned about the almost daily noise factor, and the safety for our neighborhood. what with the stabbing incidents, and the fact that one of the other renters said he has to sleep with a baseball bat next to his bed to protect himself from the others...it really is a concern for me.

we'll see what comes of it.

to be continued.

and thanks for the opportunity to vent.

Wednesday, July 28, 2010

THE KIND-HEARTED BLOGGER CAMPAIGN

BACKGROUND:

after experiencing some not-so-nice behavior in the blogging community, I decided to take a stand. I have always been the kind of person to take a negative situation, and try to turn it into a learning opportunity. It is either the product of being a social worker, or the reason I became one--whichever came first, I don't know.

I also provide training workshops on personal and organizational accountability. sounds boring I know, but it's actually very helpful in life. it's about recognizing and taking responsibility in what you can and cannot change. If you see or are experiencing something you do not agree with, and you do not do what is in your power to change it--then you are also part of the problem.

I was recently involved (I don't like the word "victim") in a situation that was hurtful. I got angry about it, I lost interest in blogging, I blamed. but then I thought, "what can I do to change this?" I can speak from my heart, and I can make an effort to be mindful of not doing the same to others. and, even better I can hope that others will join in and do the same.

and so the "kind-hearted blogger" campaign was born.

AS A KIND-HEARTED BLOGGER I PLEDGE TO:

create, inspire, and admire rather than compete with fellow bloggers
be understanding of each other-- in the blogging community, as well as in the world
stay away from internet/blogging bullying
speak my opinion freely, while still being mindful of other's feelings-- be tactful.
make an effort--no matter how big or small the gesture, to spread kindness or joy to others
acknowledge that I will make mistakes, (I am only human) but remember to learn from them
know that at times I will post about the negative stuff in life, and maybe even some complaining (I am only human) but I will always follow up with something happy/positive too.
believe that this world is a good place, filled with good people.

FEEL FREE TO JOIN IN (let me know if you do so I can link you)

also, make sure to take a look at my blog pal lindsay's wonderful post on kindness. it's beautiful, and perfect, and I feel so honored to have contributed a small part to it.

MEET THESE KIND BLOGGERS:

Pixies and Bears

The Rik Rak Studio

Way Out