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A Simple Share

“When you look at the world in a narrow way, how narrow it seems! When you look at it in a mean way, how mean it is! When you look at it selfishly, how selfish it is! But when you look at it in a broad, generous, friendly spirit, what wonderful people you find in it.”

- Horace Rutledge

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Care2

Being involved in humanitarian efforts is a passion I share with many people around the world. Finding my voice was not difficult. There are so many things I am passionate about. I could write for hours about different causes I believe in. If I had the ability, I would travel the world trying to help as many people as I could. Although I may not have the time to do all of that, I do have the time each day, to go through the Care2 website and participate as well as educate myself about the many things happening in this world and the amazing people involved in making a positive change.

A few months ago, I was asked if I saw something in the news. My response was simple. I said no. “Really” my friend asked. Again, my response was one word, “no”. I don’t watch the news. It depresses me too much. Try this tonight. Watch a full hour of the news. In front of you, have a piece of paper with two columns. The first, positive stories. The second, negative stories. Mark up that piece of paper with the amount of positive vs. negative stories you hear. Then, take a moment to reflect on how you felt while watching it. I will guarantee you feel a little stressed or possibly depressed the moment it is over… unless you are a sadist of some sort that is. I guess when people speak of “what is newsworthy,” the answer is apparent after one sitting of watching the news… It is rarely rainbows and butterflies…

Here is another thought… a lot of good is done in our world. Many people do amazing things every day! So, why on earth are they not making it to the news? Think of a rumor… negative rumors spread a lot faster than positive ones. For some reason, everyone wants to talk about the bad, assuming that would be newsworthy… either that, or again, they are sadists… that word seems to be on the tip of my tongue today… So, the same goes for the news. Bad news spreads faster than good news. Rather than talking about the bad, why not spread the word about the good? Email the news stations when your neighbor does something positive. Call them! Spread the word to the masses. Nothing is newsworthy if nobody knows about it.

This brings me back to Care2 and how I found it. It’s true, I do not like to watch the news. Fortunately, I like to read. Having the ability to pick and choose what I read is great. My web surfing and love of reading led me to Care2′s website. Care2 is all about different humanitarian efforts going on in the world. They cover non-profits and individuals looking to make a difference. The site doesn’t ever ask you for money. Rather, it educates the reader and allows you to participate with very little effort. Efforts can be as simple as signing a petition like the one I have on the side bar of my home page. It really is that simple. Take a moment and sign. Better yet, check out their website. You will be amazed at the amount of remarkable individuals making a difference right now. You can also check out the article they recently posted about me by clicking this link!

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Lent And Easter A Change Agent?

ARE YOU AN ACTIVIST, INNOVATOR, HUMANIST, PIONEER, PHILANTHROPIST OR A CHANGE AGENT?

Lent is a time of repentance, fasting and preparation for the coming of Easter. It is a time of self-examination and reflection… Christians focus on their relationship with God, often choosing to give up something or volunteering and giving of themselves for others… UMC.org. Retrieved From http://archives.umc.org/interior.asp?ptid=1&mid=2870/

With Easter approaching, thoughts about the 40 days of Lent ran through my mind. When I ask people what they are, or have given up for Lent, I am typically answered with similar responses. The response I generally receive, is they have given up, or abstained from something that promotes a positive feeling for them. They are doing something they believe is good. Generally, when the response is given, a smile is on their face. Sometimes, they are glowing as they tell you. They are proud of themselves and the sacrifice they are making. Imagine if we all did that more often?

Not being brought up in a robust religious environment, I missed out on a few key things while growing up. Some related to feeling a sense of belonging with a like-minded community. Off course, I was a little envious of my friends who attended CCD together or belonged to the same youth groups. Fortunately, my parents did promote the moral structure which surrounds many religions. I was brought up with a conscience and taught right from wrong. My mother and father promoted being kind to others and doing good deeds. They taught me about many religions allowing me to understand people from all over the world. Still, I do wish I had the opportunity to fully grasp one during my youth. Religion. is like a foundation. Unfortunately, it is also a topic which is taboo to talk about according to some. Regardless, this is my blog, my website, and my opinion, simply put.

With Easter approaching and Lent coming to an end, I can only say that I wish we all practiced Lent all year-long! As humans, we should live each day giving a little something of ourselves selflessly like some of the women below. The women listed below are some of the most influential and brave souls I have ever read about. They are an inspiration to many, including myself! As a mother, I can only hope to teach my daughters a bit of what their stories have taught me. Hopefully, their stories will be part of the foundation my daughters choose to build their lives on. I encourage you to take a moment, and read some of their stories.

These Women, And Many More, Encompass The True Meaning Of Some Of The Strongest Words In The English Language

Humanist

A believer in the principles of humanism. One who is concerned with the interests and welfare of humans.

(definition from Answers.com)

http://www.answers.com/topic/humanist/

Activist

An activist is someone who takes action in support of or opposition to a cause. Activism can take a range of forms, from writing letters to government representatives to organizing boycotts. Some activists engage in radical or even illegal activity to further their ends, while others prefer to stay within the boundaries of the law to win more supporters to their causes. Every time someone writes a letter to the editor, educates a friend about an issue, or phones an elected official, he or she is participating in activism.

(definition From the wiseGEEK)

http://www.wisegeek.com/what-is-an-activist.htm/

Pioneer

One who opens up new areas of thought, research, or development.

(definition from The Free Dictionary)

http://www.thefreedictionary.com/pioneer/

Philanthropist

One who makes an active effort to promote human welfare.

(definition from m-w.com)

http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/philanthropist/

Innovator

An innovator in a general sense, is a person or an organization who is one of the first to introduce into reality something better than before. That often opens up a new area for others and achieves an innovation.

(definition From Wikepedia)

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Innovator/

Change-Agent

A change agent is an event, organization, material thing or, more usually, a person that acts as a catalyst for change. In business terms, a change agent is a person chosen to bring about organisational change. Corporations often hire senior managers or even chief executives because of their ability to effect change.

(definition from Answers.com)

http://wiki.answers.com/Q/What_is_a_change_agent/

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Make An Idea Come To Life

I did everything in my power to stay clear of my keyboard after my last post. I thought for sure, if I walked away, I would not have an urge to write and simply relax this evening. Clearly, that didn’t happen. The problem is in my noggin. I cannot seem to slow it down. Myy mind consistently spins with different ideas about things I would love to do! If only I could clone another 10 of me, I may be able to get to a few of them! Instead, the ideas linger in my brain and I only hope that I can bring all of them to fruition some day.

Each day, I wake to hear about someone who had an idea, which turned into a reality, which in turn, became something pretty darn great! So the question is, what are we all waiting for? Take those ideas and make something of them. Ok, so I get that some ideas take money… Well, isn’t that what websites like Kickstarter are for? With a great business idea, and a good business plan that makes sense, Kickstarter can help you make your idea a reality. You, on the other hand, need to breath your idea, and believe your idea,for it to become anything! Live it, love it, feed it, and watch it grow. If you don’t, someone else is going to create your little baby, and you will be left … well, we won’t go into that.

Something that I have always wanted to focus more on, and is always on my mind, is participating more on humanitarian efforts. Previously, I had excuse after excuse as to why I was not more involved in things that meant something to me. Enough with the excuses though. I felt like a little kid jumping off a diving board for the first time. I was right on the edge, and could see the water. I just couldn’t jump, but was hoping desperately for someone to push me in. That someone ended up being me. I am excited to share more with you on this front. Hopefully, you will want to get involved as well. Here’s to making big ideas a reality!