We all grew up equating happiness with celebrating special occasions, reaching milestones and achieving coveted objects. It's your birthday. You're graduating. You just bought your dream car. These events are cause for joy and jubilee. For the average person living an ordinary life, fame and fortune can be mesmerizing. But the reality is, everyday life is filled with humdrum … [Read more...] about 9 Tips To Finding Happiness In The Ordinary
Spirituality & Values
12 Days of Christmas
During the Christmas Season, one of the most ubiquitous carols is the 12 Days of Christmas. It's practically a staple in any Christmas Carol fest and sung by choirs. While you're trying to remember what gift was given on a particular day (and trying desperately to catch your breath at the same time), have you ever wondered what those gifts mean? Surely no "true love" would give … [Read more...] about 12 Days of Christmas
Online Giving Trends 2011-2012 [Infographic]
An infographic looking at some of the changes in online donations and charities from 2011-2012 Via: iContact … [Read more...] about Online Giving Trends 2011-2012 [Infographic]
3 Ways Fashionable Fundraisers Help to Raise Money for Charity
Shopping; it's what women love to do. Even some men enjoy the experience of shopping. The only thing that could make shopping even better is the idea of shopping for fashionable clothing at the same time you're helping a charity raise money for a good cause. The New York Foundling hosted a charity event October 22 at fashion designer Cynthia Rowley's location in West Village. … [Read more...] about 3 Ways Fashionable Fundraisers Help to Raise Money for Charity
C’est La Vie: 6 Ideas to Enjoy Life
Life can become quite hectic sometimes. Between your relationships, children, career, social life, and home there is so much to do on a daily basis. So there's always a need for enjoyment. If you are not enjoying your life, you aren't living it. Remember these six basic activities. … [Read more...] about C’est La Vie: 6 Ideas to Enjoy Life