The Give Away Winner and Spirit Jump

The give away is all ready to go out, and when I send it I’m also going to be sending out a Spirit Jump! Spirit Jump is a great group that directly connects a gift giver with someone who is battling cancer. If you’re interested in learning more, please go visit them and sign up.

I decided to join Spirit Jump for several reasons. The reason most near and dear to my heart is that my own father has battled cancer twice now. I’ve seen first hand what the disease can do to a person’s life and the lives of those around them. My dad is very brave and I’m inspired by his continued fight. I do not talk about it much here because he is pretty private, and I don’t feel that his battle is mine to share with everyone. But should he ever read this, I want him to know that I love him and I am so very proud to be his daughter.

So, in addition to Kathie’s big win:

I’m also sending a similar book out to Christine, yet hers is inspired by Saint Francis. I lead retreats at a Franciscan retreat center, and I find the teachings of Saint Francis to be quite inspired and uplifting.

And then lastly, for the new hair cut and sun glasses. For me, sun glasses are the one accessory that can (and should) be a little over the top. So here I am, after the cut on my patio: