Starting by Giving
Today it’s official. I am on my own. No employer to stand over me. Just me to manage my day and my schedule.
I am very excited and feel very peaceful in my decision.
It was not just about leaving, it was about living.
It is about working for myself, making a positive contribution to the world, helping others and being there for my family at a time when they need me most.
I feel very joyful and grateful to live in a country where I have choices.
To honor that gift of freedom I decided to start my first day of self-employment, a dream I’ve held in my heart since I was sixteen, to help someone else achieve their dream.
This morning I joined Kiva.org an organization that provides micro-loans to entrepreneurs in developing counties as a means to provide independence and alleviate poverty.
I made my first loan to a group of women led by a 61-year old woman in the Dominican Republic who runs a small eatery. She is the coordinator for her group, Mujeres en Desarrollo (Women in Development), and has successfully borrowed and repaid loans.
To find out more and to make your own loan you can visit Kiva.org
Thanks, Alexia!!
Congrats
I missed this post – so here’s a belated high-five & welcome to the world of the self-directed.
Keep it up!!
Thanks, Connie. I plan to make donating to Kiva a part of my life, too!!
Wow!! This is huge! So huge!! A huge gesture of intention and love you just set into the universe in name of entrepreneurship. You are awesome beyond words Sandy!!!
I love Kiva…and now you have answered my question I had for myself…each year around this time I like to donate…and yes, Kiva!! Kiva!! Kiva!!!
You have inspired me.
Peace & Love.
Thank you, Christine. All things in their own good time. Some things are going on offline while others will be online. Plus, just taking some time for me to unwind and clear my head.
Hugs, Sandy
Sandy,
What a beautiful gesture to start your new life. You are an inspiration.
When we will learn more about what you have up your sleeve? I am very very interested…
peace & bliss on this beautiful and blessed Monday,
Christine
Thanks, Debra.
Congrats on your first day of your new life! I truly wish you all the best in your endeavors. I wish I could devote my time solely to my beadwork, but it doesn’t pay the bills.
blessings,
Debra