Archive for 2006
December 29, 2006
Intentionally Serving the Poor
Using your unique talent to serve others is a rewarding experience. And it’s something only YOU can do. So get out there and do what you do best – for others.
December 22, 2006
I Made Christmas Not My Birthday
By trying my best to take the “Christmas Is Not Your Birthday” Challenge, I rediscovered the true meaning of the holiday season. By taking small steps to offset my spending and greediness, I gave to those in need, helped others, and changed my small part of the world.
December 15, 2006
Socially Aware Shopping
Ten Thousand Villages is one of the largest fair trade organizations in North America. Working with more than 100 artisan groups, Ten Thousand Villages purchases fine pieces from craftspeople with whom it has longstanding, nurturing relationships, helping to bring dignity to their lives. At the store you’ll find everything from folk art and home décor, ceramics, textiles, baskets, jewelry and musical instruments.
December 12, 2006
All Those Leaves
‘Leave’ your leaves out of landfills and streams this time of year.
December 08, 2006
Giving That Means Something
Last year, right around this time, my mother asked me what I wanted for Christmas. I danced around the question, as she did when I asked her the same. Then she admitted she’d already bought a goat in my name. And then I admitted I had bought a share of a water buffalo in her name. So instead of another sweater, my mother helped provide a family in Thailand with a draft animal to till their fields. And instead of another tie to hang in my closet, I helped provide milk to a malnourished family in Cambodia.
