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Delray Beach...The Giving Time of Year

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Delray Beach...The Giving Time of Year

My thoughts have been on the act of giving this week as I finalize my Christmas shopping. It’s also at the top of my mind with Toys for Tots, the Salvation Army, and other very worthwhile organizations.

 

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No one has ever become poor by giving. Anne Frank

 

 

Most of us have more than we have ever hoped for and certainly more than many others in the world. Take stock of what you have in your life and reach into your wallet and give to those who are having a tough time.

 

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To get the full value of joy you must have someone to divide it with. Mark Twain


You can donate to your local food pantries or volunteer to serve there.

 

Something that always inspires me to edit my excess is the realization that there is someone out there who could really use this.

 

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No one is useless in this world who lightens the burdens of others. Charles Dickens

 

 

The pressure of the season can be hard especially for parents who are struggling to make sure that their children have the kind of Christmas that all children dream of.

 

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Nothing else in all life is such a maker of joy and cheer as the privilege of doing good.    James Russell Miller.

 

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Open your heart and give!

 

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Comments(30)

Joe Pryor
The Virtual Real Estate Team - Oklahoma City, OK
REALTOR® - Oklahoma Investment Properties

I always believe in the statement that the reason to be rich is so you can afford to be generous. 

Dec 15, 2018 07:21 AM
Grant Schneider
Performance Development Strategies - Armonk, NY
Your Coach Helping You Create Successful Outcomes

Good morning Kathy - I think that many of us are in the mad rush now to include these charities.  It is a reminder for me.

Dec 15, 2018 07:25 AM
Gabe Sanders
Real Estate of Florida specializing in Martin County Residential Homes, Condos and Land Sales - Stuart, FL
Stuart Florida Real Estate

Hi Kathy.  I've been reading that donations are down this year.  Time for all of us to get generous.

Dec 15, 2018 07:42 AM
Sharon Lee
Sharon Lee's Virtual Assistance - Jonesborough, TN
Retired and loving life

Very important message. Happy Saturday.

Dec 15, 2018 08:07 AM
Sheri Sperry - MCNE®
Coldwell Banker Realty - Sedona, AZ
(928) 274-7355 ~ YOUR Solutions REALTOR®

HI Kathy Streib - I always love the art in your images. I got 3 different gifts for Toys for Tots.... I was a little sad to see only 3 other gifts under the tree...So sad!  My hope is that others are waiting unitl the last minute to get their toys. 

As for Salvation Army - I will be ringing the bell again today 4-6 PM. 

Dec 15, 2018 09:48 AM
Chris Ann Cleland
Long and Foster Real Estate - Gainesville, VA
Associate Broker, Bristow, VA

My family decided years ago that instead of buying things for each other we don't need, we go to a store that offers angel trees and have fun picking an angel and fulfilling their Christmas list.  It's so sad to see most of the list is usually clothes.

Dec 15, 2018 10:16 AM
Francine Viola
Coldwell Banker Evergreen Olympic Realty, Olympia WA - Olympia, WA
REALTOR®, In Tune with your Real Estate Needs

Very nice post and message with great quotes!  My broker is feeling the giving and has arranged for us to not only deliver our donation to the food bank but to also volunteer our time next week. Sometimes it’s hard to volunteer on your own so I’m happy my broker has arranged this.

Dec 15, 2018 10:38 AM
Ron and Alexandra Seigel
Napa Consultants - Carpinteria, CA
Luxury Real Estate Branding, Marketing & Strategy

Kathy,

We love your quotes and the mind set of givers.  No dout like you, we feel that there is no time set for giving. We give at every opportunity, not just because the calendar says, "Time to Give!"  A

Dec 15, 2018 11:38 AM
George Souto
George Souto NMLS #65149 FHA, CHFA, VA Mortgages - Middletown, CT
Your Connecticut Mortgage Expert

Kathy this is the time of year that people seem to open up their hearts a little bit more.

Dec 15, 2018 11:52 AM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Home Stager/Redesign

Hi Michael Jacobs everything that we do, no matter how big or small, goes to making this a better place. 

William Feela we do as well. We throw our extra change in the car to donate. 

Donald Urschalitz that sounds like such a worthwhile charity.  Thank you for giving them so much of your time. 

Dec 15, 2018 01:39 PM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Home Stager/Redesign

Wayne Martin  I think the older we get, the more we realize how very fortunate we are!

Brian England so do I. One of my wishes if I won the lottery would be able to give more. 

Dec 15, 2018 01:42 PM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Home Stager/Redesign

Joan Cox thank you so much for doing that!!!!

Sharon Tara still time!!!

Debb Janes EcoBroker and Bernie Stea JD Thank you!  Good old iPhone photo editing. 

 

Dec 15, 2018 01:43 PM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Home Stager/Redesign

Hi Roy Kelley Thank you for sharing the quote!!! Hope Chef Dolores had fun with her wrapping. 

Joe Pryor We always have something we can give!

Dec 15, 2018 01:51 PM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Home Stager/Redesign

Hi Grant Schneider We do donate throughout the year to Give Kids the World each time we purchase something from Amazon!  And we also donate every time we checkout at the grocery store!

Dec 15, 2018 01:55 PM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Home Stager/Redesign

Gabe Sanders you're absolutely right. We all need to step up. 

Sharon Lee hi and hope that all is well with you. 

Sheri Sperry - MCNE® that's a big compliment coming from you!!! Thank you for ringing the bell again!

Dec 15, 2018 02:07 PM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Home Stager/Redesign

Chris Ann Cleland that is so thoughtful of your family. And you're right, it is very sad. 

Francine Viola you're so right. I think we all need a little nudge and assist even though our hearts are willing. 

 

Dec 15, 2018 02:08 PM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Home Stager/Redesign

Ron and Alexandra Seigel Thank you, and yes, give as often when you can. And as we all know, there's always a need. 

George Souto our spirits are giving this time of year. Let's hope that it continues throughout the new year. 

 

Dec 15, 2018 02:11 PM
Myrl Jeffcoat
Sacramento, CA
Greater Sacramento Realtor - Retired

The photo of the seagulls flying near water's edge is spectacular, Kathy.  I like the quotes as well.

Dec 15, 2018 03:45 PM
Myrl Jeffcoat
Sacramento, CA
Greater Sacramento Realtor - Retired

CONGRATULATIONS Kathy, on having this blog FEATURED in the PHOTOS group!

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Dec 15, 2018 03:45 PM
James Dray
Fathom Realty - Bentonville, AR

Morning Kathy.

My wife and I filled up the back of her SUV yesterday.  We'll be dropping off the items, at one of our local charities later today

Dec 16, 2018 03:08 AM