Each Friday, the another jennifer blog shares stories of those who incorporate philanthropy into their everyday lives – personally and professionally – in a creative and unique way. If you have a story you’d like to share, please contact Jennifer.
I’ve had a crazy couple of weeks finalizing my divorce and moving. The logistics involved are mind-boggling, but I’m happy to say I’m almost on the other side. When the post I had (somewhat) planned for today didn’t work out, I wondered what I would do to fill this space for the week.
Then, I saw a post a friend shared on Facebook. It was a post from Momastery that spoke to me so deeply, I felt I could have written it myself.
I shared the post and had some friends immediately share it from my Facebook feed.
It’s a post worth sharing here because it’s all about gratitude and perspective. Two things that I have been focused on intensely over the past six months in particular.
Read: Give Me Gratitude or Give Me Debt (via Momastery)
While you are at it, take a look at this post from my good friend Chris Carter at The Mom Cafe. Why?
“Because each time I am presented an opportunity to leave a trail, I am convinced that the power of my words and the very breath from which I speak have a remarkable impact.”
These words from Chris also spoke deeply to me this week.
Read: Leave A Trail Behind You… (via The Mom Cafe)
Giving is so much more than money and time. It’s about actions and convictions. It’s about modeling the behavior we want others to have (particularly our kids), no matter what your situation. Read these posts and let me know your thoughts. I hope they touch you as much as they touched me.
What words have been speaking to you lately?
I loved Chris’s post, but now will totally check out the other post you shared here today. And I can only imagine all you have been through recently and send you a few extra hugs today, as well as a good weekend ahead now, too. 😉
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YES! To both of them! I read Chris’s post and loved it. Glennon’s really, REALLY resonated with me. Like you, I could have written something similar. Thanks for sharing. That was a great message to start the morning!
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Ah… you’re such a love Jen!! I’m just still amazed how you ended up reading my post anyway. SURELY meant to be, my friend. SO cool!!!
i feel like it was God’s way of telling you that you’re actions and words and all you have been doing this past year to RISE above the mud and dirt and everything in between…is beautiful in His Eyes.
He sees your trail. We all see your trail. And we are all AMAZED by the light that radiates from it.
And those that have the privilege of basking in it, how blessed we are for knowing you.
Off to go read the other one…. I LOVE me some powerful posts!!
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Both of these posts spoke to me!
Also, been thinking of you this week. I’ve been lucky to have met you during the last few weeks – it’s been stressful for both of us, but amazing that we could connect and share an afternoon.
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In my opinion, it can be more difficult to leave a trail of gratitude and dignity at times than donating a dollar amount. You – Jen – not only talk this talk but you walk this walk every way possible. I look up to you so much. Thank you for your weekly reminders how we can all be more philanthropic – not only with our wallets but with our hearts.
LOVE this. I can’t wait to go read both posts you shared, but I think so much of giving is about teaching our children how to be givers. Will be thinking of this all day today and ways I can do more!-Ashley
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I loved Chris’ post! It spoke to me as well. I think we should all be keeping that in mind as we go through every day.
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