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  • More ways you can Help Newtown, CT

    Earlier this week, I posted a list of different ways you can help through donations to Newtown, CT and the community in the wake of another tragedy.

    Today I’d like to share some more ways you can offer support, and love to help remember those who lost their lives, and the let the community know the nation loves them.

    26 Random Acts of Kindness

    I’ve seen a couple different posts about this. People are committing to do at least 26 Random Acts of Kindess. 1 for each life lost.  For some ideas you can visit Shine Your Light. If you choose to write about your RAK, you can share it on a linky at The Frugalette.

    Snowflakes for Sandy Hook

    This would be a great way to involve your small children in spreading a little Christmas cheer. Sit down, cut out some snowflakes, and send them to the PTSA by January 12. 
    Connecticut PTSA,
    60 Connolly Parkway, Building 12, Suite 103,
    Hamden, CT 06514

    For other actions from Connecticut’s PTSA you can visit their webpage.

    Stricter Gun Laws

    I’m all for the right to bear arms. However I think it needs to be within reason.  I like what Diane from Simple Living and Eating said.
    If you’d like to sgn a petition for common sense gun laws see this one.

    Charities giving aid

    For a list of charities giving aid in the aftermath, and to donate to them, visit here.

  • Help Sandy Hook Elementary and the Community

    There are no words to describe the emotions our nation, and the world has felt over this weekend. I found myself sitting staring at my computer screen, thinking “This is pointless. This blog doesn’t matter. How can I keep blogging about such silly topics when there are families suffering on the other side of the nation.”
    I almost decided I was done. To give up this blog. To spend my time, all my efforts and energy into my kids and husband. They truly are what really matters, and from this moment on, I plan to do better by them.

    But then I decided, I can use this space, my little corner of the Internet for good.  So today I’m telling you of all the many ways you can help the school and community of Sandy Hook Elementary.

    Monetary Donations

    You can visit the homepage of Sandy Hook Elementary for an address to send checks.

    To Donate through United Way of Western Connecticut follow the link.

    To Donate to the Emilie Parker fund (Utah native, killed in the shooting) you can visit the Facebook page. Monies go directly to the Parker family to help them through this difficult time.

    Donate to the Newtown Youth and Family Services.  This is a mental health clinic serving the Newtown area. The more aware we become to mental health issues, the better equipped we are to prevent these tragedies from occurring.

    Memorial Donations

    For donations to specific families and the children’s memorials, visit This Page.  Families have asked for donations to go from churches to planting trees in Israel. Help these families remember their children in ways that mean the most to them.

    School Donations

    We all know schools are always in need. Teachers can always use donations of classroom items. If you go to the Staff Directory on the Sandy Hook Elementary web page, you will find a list of all the teachers, with links to their own sites. Each teacher has a “wish list” of items they can use in their classrooms. This would be a great way to send items to help the school continue forward with learning, without the worry of supplies – especially after such a tragedy, it’s the last thing the teachers want to worry about.

    For Bloggers

    If you are a blogger, and want to join an online memorial, tomorrow there will be a Day of Silence across many blogs. You can find the info for that on Kelly’s Korner

    For those who want to help, but feel they are unable to do any of the above, turn your hearts to God. Pray for the families, that they may feel comfort through this truly hard time. Then go hug your kids, your moms and dads, your friends. Speak nicely, and remember that even words can hurt. Strive to bring peace back to this world in all you do and say.

    May we all find some peace this time of year, as we reflect on our Saviour’s birth, and the gift of Life He has given to us all. 
  • I’m donating to…. #GivingTuesday

    I’m donating to…. #GivingTuesday

    I have been looking forward to today for quite some time now. We’ve had Thanksgiving and followed it up with Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, and Cyber Monday.

    Today marks the first and hopefully annual Giving Tuesday. Today we encourage you to get involved and give back. No matter how small, there is something you can do today to give to someone else.

    World Homeless Day

    Here are some ideas to get you started

    • Take your neighbor some home made goodies. Stay and chat.
    • Offer to pick up an elderly’s groceries.
    • Help a mom – hold open the door, push her groceries to her cart, smile at her kids, compliment her mothering.
    • Donate to your favorite charity
    • Pick an angel to help this Christmas

    If you have kids, encourage them to give as well. I find leading by example is the best though. If you are giving, they will want to give too. Enjoy the good feelings you will get as you serve your fellow humans.

    I’ve recently learned about an easy way to donate to your favorite charity, that costs you nothing! 
     
     
    When you sign in to goodsearch you can pick you favorite charity. Then everytime you use Goodsearch to search the internet, a penny is donated to your charity. You do nothing but what you already do – search the internet! 
     
    I signed up this morning, and am donating my searches to the National Alopecia Areata Foundation. You can learn more about why I chose this charity on my Sponsor Page.  It is a cause near and dear to my heart.
     
    In addition to using GoodSearch today, I am also donating a portion of my last months earnings from this blog (approximately $50) to another cause 
     
     
    LDS Charities was established in 1996.  They span all across the world helping in many different areas including Wheelchairs, Clean Water, and Immunizations.  I can’t think of a better way to help people then giving them the things they need to live and grow healthy.  I was recently listening to a couple who had just returned from Cambodia serving a mission with LDS Charities. Did you know that one of the leading causes of death among those unable to walk (in Combodia) are snake bites?  That took me by surprise.  By providing them with wheelchairs, these people can avoid the snakes better, and their quality of life is improved so much. 
     
     
    What will you do today to Give back?
     
    I’d love to hear your ideas.