Yesterday was pretty much a wasted day... 15 hours of flights and travel to make it from Pennsylvania to California. However, today was very productive. The day started out with unpacking and doing a bit of laundry. Then, I cleaned my room and discarded some trash and things I didn't really need, such as packaging from a few of my Christmas gifts, old receipts, and things that no one else would want or need that I felt I no longer needed. Next, I tackled my drawers and closets; going through all of my clothes to donate to Goodwill and also threw out some old clothes such as socks and an old warn pair of sandals on which the zipper had broke and the heels were starting to wear away. A lot of the time, I will try to sell my clothes at a consignment shop in hopes of getting some return, but it is still the holiday season and I felt that these items would make a better donation.
I also went shopping with a friend and helped him find a new pair of shoes. We also went out to eat, and I managed to find some time to buy groceries and steam my clothes with my new steamer. I am so happy with it. It was the one thing that I wanted for Christmas and it works like magic!
On that note...
Warning: Going off on a Tangent here.
Although I previously posted some resolutions or goals for the new year, I've decided that I'd like to try to put more money into savings and follow a stricter budget. I also hope to have less clutter and to stop being such a pack rat (and this will also help me live a healthier lifestyle as less clutter = less stress).
Today was a great start for both of these goals! :) I've removed 3 bags of garbage and 2 bags of clothing for donations... I also saved about $20 just by steaming my uniform by hand rather than taking them to dry cleaning.
Back to the point...
I have such a positive outlook for this year! I will be moving a few times (once to Texas and then who knows?), receiving a promotion and more training for my job, and Right now I don't feel like there is anything holding me back from reaching my goals and being happy in 2012. I cannot wait to see what this year has in store... I'm ready for whatever comes my way!
What are your goals for 2012 and what are you doing to make them happen?
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02 January 2012
08 November 2011
Thank You for Giving
November and December are a time for being thankful for what you have and many take this time to donate to charitable organizations.
From my last post, you know that I am fundraising for #movember via http://www.mosista.co/anberina and have raised over $100 since the beginning of the month.
However, today I dug down into my wallet and made a contribution to the CFC and the charities that I donated to include:
- http://lnt.org/
- http://wwf.org/
- http://www.yosemiteconservancy.org/
- http://www.lungcanceralliance.org/
In addition to this, I also have made several donations to others participating in raising funds for the Movember Foundation over the last few days.
Your donations can make a world of difference in the lives of so many... so take a look at your budget and see if you can spare anything... even if you donate the loose change in your pockets you can touch the lives of others and make a difference for the future!
From my last post, you know that I am fundraising for #movember via http://www.mosista.co/anberina and have raised over $100 since the beginning of the month.
However, today I dug down into my wallet and made a contribution to the CFC and the charities that I donated to include:
- http://lnt.org/
- http://wwf.org/
- http://www.yosemiteconservancy.org/
- http://www.lungcanceralliance.org/
In addition to this, I also have made several donations to others participating in raising funds for the Movember Foundation over the last few days.
Your donations can make a world of difference in the lives of so many... so take a look at your budget and see if you can spare anything... even if you donate the loose change in your pockets you can touch the lives of others and make a difference for the future!
01 November 2011
No Shave November
In February, I Go Red for Women to help increase awareness of Heart Disease. In October, I wear pink to increase awareness of Breast Cancer to help Save 2nd Base.
But November... In November, it's all about the men!
But November... In November, it's all about the men!
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| 60's Inspired Mustache Photo |
Many of my male friends decide to increase awareness by not shaving for the month and my male friends in the military grow mustaches. However, I have to great a little bit more creative since I do not have facial hair...
This year, following the lead of a few of my colleagues at work, I've decided to join a team and raise funds to help support the Movember Foundation, LIVESTRONG, and the Prostate Cancer Foundation.
I have set a personal goal to raise $100 by the end of November. If you would like to make a donation to support me in my cause:
This year, following the lead of a few of my colleagues at work, I've decided to join a team and raise funds to help support the Movember Foundation, LIVESTRONG, and the Prostate Cancer Foundation.
I have set a personal goal to raise $100 by the end of November. If you would like to make a donation to support me in my cause:
UPDATE: My personal goal of $100 was surpassed in less than 24 hours and by the end of the month... I was able to collect twice that amount!
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