JOYFUL scribblings

Gift Giving

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I sometimes put so much pressure on myself to find just the right gift.  I can stand in stores for hours pouring over options while also trying stay within a certain price range.  After I make a choice then I second guess myself and perhaps ask another person’s opinion.  Maybe this isn’t you, but it’s me at times.  I recently ran into a neighbor while shopping who was doing the same thing so I know I’m not alone.  It takes the joy out of giving for me and in return I’m angst ridden (just ask my husband).  I am reminded by my favorite little publication, The Daily Word, “Just as there are a variety of gifts, there are endless ways to give.  In harmony with the flow of giving and receiving, I receive with gratitude and give with joy.”


I was somewhat stressed out at the beginning of my giveaway week.  This is the first time I’ve done something like this and the fear of the unknown and logistics got the best of me.  What started out as a good thing began to make me angst ridden.  About mid week I began to feel more relaxed and grateful for all those who participated and to my loyal readers.  If I could, I would make everyone a winner.  At the end of the day, we just need to do the best we can and that is enough.  If you find yourself angst ridden over gift giving, let it go and don’t over think it.  Give from your heart.  I love this quote from Oprah, “Whatever your gift this season and beyond, let the message be; I appreciate you.  I am grateful.  You matter to me.”  Those things don’t come in a box, but from your heart.  I appreciate all of you, and I’m  grateful that you take the time to read my blog.

Giveaway Winners

$25 Target Card- I got such a good response from this I decided to give away 4 gift cards- Kristine Nuss, Denise Williams, throuthehaze,elena

$25 Olathe gift card- Karen Tolar

Two $10 gift cards to Starbucks one for you and one to share- Becky Carney, Shari Hernan

$25 gift card to Amaze boutique- Anne Putnam

$15 gift card to Buckley’s Wine Market- Kim Lowry

2 copies of The Four Agreements- Betsy, Suzy

$50 Pottery Barn gift card- Christine (I promise this was legit.  My husband drew the names

 

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Comments

  1. THANK YOU!!! What a WONDERFUL “Giveaway Week”! YOU are a Very Generous and Thoughtful Person! Merry Christmas Dawn!

  2. I love what you wrote today! Your words are so impeccable! And you said , “To do the best you can!” How ironic that you these statements are part of the FOUR AGREEMENTS! Thank you for the gift card. It was fun participating in your give away week. I never followed a blog before and because of you I have broaden myself and I thank you for that gift the most. Love you DAWN!!

  3. Dawn,
    I appreciate you and ALL your WONDERFUL ideas! You have so many talents to share. I’m so proud of you for making your dream come true. Enjoy the holiday season! I would love to get together over break. 🙂

  4. Thank you Dawn for the gift card! And thank you for let me know about all these great places right around the corner from me. I am so excited to check them out over the holidays!

  5. Thanks so much! I love Amaze and will have fun using the gift card! 🙂 It was fun participating in your giveaway week. As I have stated before, I truly enjoy reading your blog!!Keep it up! 😉