tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8382588155076402743.post8294375717997648442..comments2014-06-03T05:57:38.915-04:00Comments on Variety, the Spice of Life: Activism and AdvocacyAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01647786143531492290noreply@blogger.comBlogger18125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8382588155076402743.post-33349503738864047122014-04-07T05:31:19.867-04:002014-04-07T05:31:19.867-04:00Mary, this is something we all have problems with ...Mary, this is something we all have problems with … to find our own place in a world that so full of cry, pain, hurt and disaster - but I think it’s more important that we find our place in a world that is bright, helpful, enjoyable and full of laughter. <br />Wars really upset me - no one wins – only losers, and they claim it’s all in the interest of the nation and for our security – 1000 miles away from the war. <br />Really enjoy your view on the A-Z – good luck with it. <br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8382588155076402743.post-48458366381878352692014-04-03T07:27:56.032-04:002014-04-03T07:27:56.032-04:00Thanks for stopping by. I'm headed for your pl...Thanks for stopping by. I'm headed for your place now. As for you, every little bit helps. I feel that's the secret. MaryAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01647786143531492290noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8382588155076402743.post-61650961574123197592014-04-02T23:48:44.810-04:002014-04-02T23:48:44.810-04:00Seems like you have taken the first big step, beco...Seems like you have taken the first big step, becoming aware and wanting to help. Awareness, Advocacy and Activism :-) I don't have much time for volunteer work but I do try to help with food drives for our local food bank. It seems so little and yet at least its something. The idea of people, especially children, not having enough food to eat makes me sick. Best of luck finding a good fit. I'm looking forward to reading about what you choose to pursue.<br />Liz at <a href="http://beadcontagion.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow">Bead Contagion</a>Lizhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17390853515006667116noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8382588155076402743.post-60950009582324873442014-04-01T20:05:00.956-04:002014-04-01T20:05:00.956-04:00Hello Amy,
Thanks for visiting! I appreciate the ...Hello Amy, <br />Thanks for visiting! I appreciate the encouragement. Now I'm going to pay you a visit. Enjoy A to Z. <br />MaryAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01647786143531492290noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8382588155076402743.post-80444125421390055332014-04-01T19:48:13.868-04:002014-04-01T19:48:13.868-04:00It's admirable that you are wanting to make a ...It's admirable that you are wanting to make a change that will allow to be an activist and an advocate! As someone who works in the nonprofit world myself, I know how hard it can be to find the right one to work for, so good luck!Amy @ Amy and the Great Worldhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14004997239641649557noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8382588155076402743.post-91052901302051495262014-04-01T16:24:36.665-04:002014-04-01T16:24:36.665-04:00Maggie,
Glad you liked it!!
PS I'm glad you ...Maggie, <br />Glad you liked it!! <br />PS I'm glad you told Lena about the href signature! I wanted to but thought it might be - well - rude? I think you are the one who told me and I love it. Arlee should put that suggestion at the top of the sign-up sheet. <br />hugs - Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01647786143531492290noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8382588155076402743.post-45244517125430964042014-04-01T16:02:45.289-04:002014-04-01T16:02:45.289-04:00Sorry forgot to leave a link for people...I should...Sorry forgot to leave a link for people...I should go back to bed! lol<br /><br />Enjoying the A to Z Challenge <a href="http://expatbrazil.co.uk/" rel="nofollow">Maggie@expatbrazil</a>.<br />Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08689615593810528846noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8382588155076402743.post-91029654114557418612014-04-01T16:00:14.950-04:002014-04-01T16:00:14.950-04:00Sorry I commented in the wrong place, doh!! having...Sorry I commented in the wrong place, doh!! having a bad day, hahaha, the universe is messing with me!<br />Truly Mary your best post ever! Well written and heart felt...excellent start to the A2Z, brilliant.<br />Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08689615593810528846noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8382588155076402743.post-79051147301311941582014-04-01T15:55:55.249-04:002014-04-01T15:55:55.249-04:00This comment has been removed by the author.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08689615593810528846noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8382588155076402743.post-44333594500291759632014-04-01T13:39:04.257-04:002014-04-01T13:39:04.257-04:00Hello Kate,
Thanks for visiting! I appreciate you...Hello Kate, <br />Thanks for visiting! I appreciate your understanding and good wishes. <br />MaryAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01647786143531492290noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8382588155076402743.post-25265441683179866322014-04-01T13:36:13.831-04:002014-04-01T13:36:13.831-04:00Good luck finding the place you feel right in. It...Good luck finding the place you feel right in. It's easy to get complacent and it's good to see not everyone is.Kate Larkindalehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06202347563426692610noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8382588155076402743.post-35627100713296905802014-04-01T13:03:54.756-04:002014-04-01T13:03:54.756-04:00Hi Lena, Thanks so much for the visit - and for th...Hi Lena, Thanks so much for the visit - and for the encouraging words. <br />I'm on my way "to your place" to visit. I'm eager to know more about you <br />MaryAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01647786143531492290noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8382588155076402743.post-24265162337800678412014-04-01T12:25:33.403-04:002014-04-01T12:25:33.403-04:00Hi Mary, I know exactly what you mean about contem...Hi Mary, I know exactly what you mean about contemplating your own good fortune. I recently saw a documentary about Afghanistan and have felt unsettled since. The only thing that separates us from complete desolation is geography at this point but I often wonder if that will be the case in 50 years from now... Anyway, I'll definitely be checking back again! I'd love to help in anyway I can. I've added you on google + <br />All the best with A-Z<br />Lena from http://unwaveringme.blogspot.com/Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12220918718505362942noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8382588155076402743.post-69892958453896864002014-04-01T10:07:37.996-04:002014-04-01T10:07:37.996-04:00Hi Betty, Thanks for the visit and your words of e...Hi Betty, Thanks for the visit and your words of encouragement. It sounds like your experience has been like mine. When I volunteeer to manage someone's website, or more recently their social media presence, they usually think I mean to be permanent in the job. It seldom turns out well. Happy blogging! MaryAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01647786143531492290noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8382588155076402743.post-12610411154721513972014-04-01T09:53:14.141-04:002014-04-01T09:53:14.141-04:00Visiting from A/Z. I do hope you can find what you...Visiting from A/Z. I do hope you can find what you are looking for to be active in what you want to advocate! I think it is a worthy endeavor. I have to agree with your thought about volunteering; it can lead to burnout, especially if one is volunteering at something that no one else is stepping up to help with (like positions at church for instance).<br /><br />bettybettyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06323135450742337670noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8382588155076402743.post-60826686101806528362014-04-01T09:21:09.800-04:002014-04-01T09:21:09.800-04:00Excellent write, Mary. I wish you the very best in...Excellent write, Mary. I wish you the very best in taking up this noble cause. <br />Love and prayers..<br />Thanks for stopping by..Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8382588155076402743.post-81645069405294638922014-04-01T08:08:08.791-04:002014-04-01T08:08:08.791-04:00Hi Ida, So happy to meet you! I checked Reflex Rea...Hi Ida, So happy to meet you! I checked Reflex Reactions quickly - excellent connection for me! I followed you on Twitter and added you to a G+ circle. Looking forward to future interactions with you and RR. Mary Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01647786143531492290noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8382588155076402743.post-78371978912359543272014-04-01T08:01:03.380-04:002014-04-01T08:01:03.380-04:00Hi Mary, I'm part of co host Pam's Unconve...Hi Mary, I'm part of co host Pam's Unconventional Alliance. Dropping in from the #atozchallenge. Good luck with your noble cause... I have become friends with a few Syrian refugees in the last few years, they certainly need all they help they can get <a href="http://www.idachiavaro.blogspot.dk/" rel="nofollow">Reflex Reactions</a>Ida Thoughthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15479961947050289284noreply@blogger.com