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What does making a difference really mean?

Jen — Tue, 28 Apr 2009 15:18:33 +0000

I hear a lot of people, a lot of the time, saying they want to make a difference. What does this really mean? How much “different” does something have to be to be counted as a difference – and how much effort is needed to make that difference?

I truly believe small acts of kindness can have an enormous impact. I think the smallest bit of effort, the smallest big of intent can make a huge difference when it’s combined with a huge amount of sincerity and expectations for the best.

I read somewhere, years ago, that instead of looking at the ground when you walk down the street, make a point to smile at people you pass. Not like a scary crazy person on the verge of stalking kind of smile. Just a genuine hello grin rather than avoiding the eye contact. It’s amazing how something so small can change a mood. I have found it makes a huge difference in how I feel about the day when I’ve made the slightest effort to be kind to someone else… with or without a reason. I might be having a super crummy day, but by helping someone else in some way, my own irritants tend to fade into the background. Sure, my problems don’t go away entirely – but they do feel less heavy when I’ve made an effort to share in someone else’s day.

Dragonfly by JGoode

I have found that I tend to get so absorbed in my own schedule, my own needs and my own agenda that I forget to take the time for the little things. I have to remind myself that these little things make a difference to someone else. I have to remember – when I’m gone, I want people to remember me and who I was – not what I had or what material things I gave. Yet, people don’t know who we are unless we share it.

Our gestures don’t have to be grand to have an impact. We don’t have to dedicate hours upon hours of time to show we are here to help. A little note to let someone know you’re thinking about them or a moment to pass on a thought… I believe it’s the realness of it – the genuine aspect that makes the difference.

Put forth the effort and do it sincerely, that’s the key to making a difference.

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Lil' Goodies – Inspiring Smiles

JGoode — Sat, 18 Aug 2007 05:25:53 +0000

Hello, Happy Friday and Big smiles to YOU! I hope you have a fantastic weekend… and Happy Birthday wishes to my Sister

Take Care and God Bless,
Jen
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“Love one another and you will be happy. It’s as simple and as difficult as that.” – Michael Leunig

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New Penguins: the healing kind. Inspired by recent medical experiences, thes fun new penguins are perfect for Get Well Wishes and gift for Medical Professionals.

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I’d like to once again say thank you for all of your support! Because of the fabulous JGD supporters and customers, I was again able to support another Breast Cancer Awareness event. All contributions are a result of purchases made by YOU, of my Breast Cancer Awareness designs. This quarter my sponsorship went to a fabulously giving woman I met about a year ago named Missy Ward. Missy and her team, “Team Affiliate Marketing”, will be participating in the 3 day walk in Minnesota from August 24-26th.

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We're Moving!

JGoode — Fri, 17 Aug 2007 04:33:30 +0000

Please note, in the next few weeks I will be moving the Lil’ Goodies (JGoode Designs) mailing list to a new host.

If you are a current subscriber of Lil’ Goodies, you will be required to agree to be included on the new list. So, if you’d like to continue receiving my fabulous newsletters, please keep an eye open for an email requesting your confirmation to opt into the new list.

I’m excited about the new list features and I hope you’ll join me for this new adventure!

Thank YOU

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Happy Happy Joy

JGoode — Fri, 13 Jul 2007 16:56:06 +0000

I’ve taken a bit of a maternity leave, and now I’m back with a beautiful baby
girl. Happy Happy Joy Joy I say! I hope your world is filled with big smiles as well. Have a fanastic weekend!

God Bless,
Jen
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White Lily by JGoode

Finish each day and be done with it. You have done what you could; some blunders
and absurdities have crept in; forget them as soon as you can. Tomorrow is a
new day; you shall begin it serenely and with too high a spirit to be encumbered
with your old nonsense. -Ralph Waldo Emerson

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Love for Every Mom

JGoode — Fri, 11 May 2007 16:16:15 +0000

I hope your weekend is absolutely wonderful and… Happy Mother’s Day to all the moms!

God Bless,
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“Being deeply loved by someone gives you strength; loving someone deeply gives you courage.”
-Lao-Tzu

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Spring Smiles from JGoode

JGoode — Fri, 20 Apr 2007 15:21:17 +0000

Enjoy some time with someone special and have a delightful weekend!
God Bless,
Jen * JGoode Designs * Lil’ Goodies

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Thank YOU and Hugs Galore!

JGoode — Fri, 13 Apr 2007 15:45:29 +0000

I hope your weekend is warm and wonderful, filled with unexpected smiles!

God Bless,
Jen

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“To fear love is to fear life.” -Bertrand Russell

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In honor of my grandfather’s birthday tomorrow, today’s featured
goodies are all big birthday grins. Happy Birthday!

1st Birthday Train

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Have a Fabulous Easter Weekend from JGoode!

JGoode — Fri, 06 Apr 2007 17:33:11 +0000

Have a fabulous Easter weekend!

God Bless,
Jen * JGoode Designs * Lil’ Goodies

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“The hunger for love is much more difficult to remove than the hunger
for bread.” – Mother Teresa

Bunny Hugs to You!

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May you live every day of your life. -Jonathan Swift

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Spring Smiles and Hoppy Easter Wishes

JGoode — Fri, 30 Mar 2007 19:40:26 +0000

Have a wonderful weekend!

I hope the sun is shining in your neck of the woods. Send a smile to someone
special this weekend… you never know who will need it.

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“The hunger for love is much more difficult to remove than the hunger for bread.” – Mother Teresa

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Hoppy Easter

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Spring is in the air
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You’ll find some of the most adorable Easter and spring related items here including lots of bunnies, tulips, and colored eggs on Easter T-shirts for adults and baby’s first Easter, Easter keepsake boxes and keepsake ornaments, Easter throw pillows, buttons, and much more! We have several cute Baby’s 1st Easter T-shirts, bodysuits, and bibs for both boys and girls!

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Take a moment.. inspirations

JGoode — Fri, 09 Mar 2007 19:12:49 +0000

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lil’ goodies news ~*~ March 09, 2007
Live life with love and love will fill your life!
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Have a beautiful weekend!

God Bless,
Jen
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“For it was not into my ear you whispered, but into my heart. It was not my lips you kissed, but my soul.” -Judy Garland

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Take a Moment – Prayers

To Be Six Again – Laughs

The Garden of Inspiration – Poetry

No Price for Love – Stories

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The question is not whether we will die, but how we will live. -Joan Borysenko

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Easter:
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