12 Parent-Approved Fundraisers
October 3, 2009 by Karen Weideman
Filed under Kid Stuff, Top 10 lists, parenting
Last year, after being totally frustrated over numerous fundraisers, I wrote a little rant with 10 reasons why I can’t stand school fundraisers. I understand though that schools need to raise money for things that our kids can enjoy such as playgrounds, picnic tables, and media items. After speaking with some parents and personally critiquing some fundraisers, I’ve come up with a list of parent-approved fundraisers. I know that you won’t agree with every suggestion on the list, but hopefully you’ll find an idea that you like.
1) Grocery store customer cards – Some stores, such as Food Lion have a program for …read more
10 Things I’ve Learned About Giving
March 17, 2008 by Karen Weideman
Filed under Top 10 lists, financial matters
A few weeks ago, I gave you a quote by Dave Ramsey.
“We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give.”
Today, I want to touch on the subject of giving just a bit more. Here are a few things I’ve learned in life.
1) Giving feels good.
2) Giving helps you to be more content with what you have.
3) You reap what you sow. If you sow generosity, then it will return to you.
4) God blesses those who give. Although it may not be in a monetary way, I’ve seen God bless people and businesses time …read more
