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October 14th, 2009 at 01:02 am

We finally got our mail for the past week and a half.

In there, I found a card from the American Cancer Society.

Now going back, my boss asked me to send her the funeral information once I found out & when I did I copied her on the obituary which said "No flowers, casual attire"

I think she was initially thinking about sending us flowers. But instead, I was overcome by my company's gesture to make a gift in memory of my father to the American Cancer Society.

It literally brought tears to my eyes.

I'm in the process of now of preparing all of my thank you notes to those who have helped me & offer their condolences and support during this difficult time. So many people helped me and offered so many kind words that meant so much to me, I just have to say thank you.

And in that note, its inspired me to do something else.

I was already planning on increasing our retirement savings to 15% of our income, after this month I'll have my $1000 EF, the Amex will be paid off... and yes, I'll still have 3 credit cards.... but I've decided I still want to save. As I said, I'm seeing the light at the end of the tunnel.

But I'm going to try to find a cause for me to support on a recurring basis. This wasn't part of the initial plan, but now it is.

My Dad was a generous man, he always did whatever he could to help and support others, and if I want to continue his legacy... this would be another way to help start. Maybe not something big, but I'm sure $50/mo to a good cause is a very good start.

Maybe finding a cure for cancer or ways to help early detection would be my cause... its certainly affected my Dad and Aunt with liver, colon, nasopharnygeal, and breast cancer.

Maybe supporting the Children's Hospital is another, my son was in the NICU at one point & now my niece is. Its that same facility that currently assists my daughter in therapy.

There are so many causes, education... the environment.... I don't know what cause I will plan to support or how much... but I'm going to make it my goal to find some way to give back.

3 Responses to “Gratitude”

  1. creditcardfree Says:
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    You could pick two causes...$25 each. Anything given monthly over time is an excellent gift.

  2. mooshocker Says:
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    Giving to those who are less fortunate is vital to our Christianity, fellowship and overall communion with society.

    If I may, you may want to check out St. Judes. They are self insured, thus, I believe every dollar is utilized within the facility. It is an amazing institution for the most ill and helpless children. NOBODY is turned away, EVER!

    God bless!

  3. homebody Says:
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    My middle daughter contributes to St. Jude's each month and when she drove cross country, she stopped in Memphis and they gave her a tour. It was very impressive she said. Good luck finding what is right for you.

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