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20/05 :  Slide in sideways...

   I am a regular reader and commentator on the site called Woulda Coulda Shoulda. I take great delight in the antics of Mir, the blogger, and her family: Otto, Chickadee, Monkey, and Licorice. Sometimes she makes me laugh out loud. Sometimes I sit here at my desk sniveling as if I'd never heard of tissues. At other times she motivates me to try sites that she likes or that motivate her which is fun to see and follow along.

The day before yesterday, she wasn't feeling quite so chipper. She sort of dumped some "inspirational" links up with some elegantly forgetful words. Many people commented, many had good advice, but sometimes when rough times hit in any aspect it helps to be reminded of the blessings.

I am pretty dang sure that's what she was doing when she posted this particular link to Books Make a Difference: Share a Book If you leave a comment on there they donate books. Blog about it and they donate more! It's a win/win for everyone.

She also posted a delicious treat from What a Ride! which described an fantastic birthday. I have to admit that I'm self-centered enough to want my birthday to be all about me. I want everyone and their brother to wish me a birthday and bring me lots and lots of presents. The woman who wrote the above mentioned on What a Ride! got me feeling a bit guilty about how I choose to celebrate. This year I have several ideas that will not only benefit me (gifts are always fun) but will also help local charities that are in desperate need of materials.

I really enjoyed each of the links. I enjoyed reading the different things we can do to help one another. If you're not happy, help someone who has it worse than you do. If you can't find anyone, you're not looking hard enough. Peace my friends. May your blessings be many, your troubles be few.