This year I wrote a list of everyone to whom I want to give presents (mainly family). I made a spread sheet...because I am a nerd...to track what I am spending on supplies and gifts. Most everyone will be receiving a handmade gift with the exception of the nephews who will receive store bought goods. Hubby is even getting in on the helping me out with Christmas because I have noooo idea what to buy or make for men.
Every year I have a budget for each person...it is not much...$10-$15 per person on a store bought or handmade gift. Yep, you read that right. This year I had to tighten the strings a lot. Basically, I have raided my stash of supplies to make gifts, and I purchased the supplies I don't have stashed in my closet.
I decided to do all of this before I watched the Advent Conspiracy 2011 video. I am not patting myself on the back at all. I like that I am already doing half of what the video suggests, but now I would like to do the other half of what the video is suggesting...help people obtain clean drinking water. For the past 7 years I have been working towards being in a position to help people with the basic need of clean drinking water. This has been in the form of schooling, testing, gaining experience and more testing. I did not need to do all of this to help, but I want my future work to benefit those who need everyday practical help, instead of just working to pay my bills. Honestly, I don't know how this will play out, but I am going to actively seek the answers.
For now, all of us can help. Please join me in giving to a water organization of your choice...whether it is a large donation or even a couple of bucks. If we all put in a couple of bucks, significant changes can be made.
~Leslie
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