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Diabetes is an issue that is near and dear to my heart. In fact, the American Diabetes Association is an organization I donate to on a monthly basis. So, when Amanda shared that she was fundraising to participate in the 2013 Jump to Cure Diabetes by the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (a worldwide leader in diabetes research) in Sydney, I jumped (teehee) at the chance to help her raise awareness and money for the cause. In order for her to do the skydive on March 2, she needs to raise $1,000, all of which will go directly to JDRF for Type 1 Diabetes research. It would mean a lot to both Amanda and me if you could contribute to her cause! Every little bit helps.
Fashion
Ashley has a great take on vanity sizing, something that has always annoyed the hell out of me.
Food
I love garlic so it’s no surprise I am all about this garlic almond soup with basil almond pesto.
Kim shares an ingenious way of making your own vegetable stock with a crock pot and leftover vegetable scraps! I’m already stockpiling various peels and nubs in my freezer.
Life
You are not a superhero. You are just one person which naturally has limitations, and Rachel reminds us that there’s absolutely nothing wrong with that.
When you put your mind to it, you can always succeed with self-improvement; Sarai is a living example of that.
What happens when you are safely in your comfort zone? *crickets* Exactly. Nothing remarkable. Nicole challenges everyone to get comfortable being uncomfortable, because how else can you challenge yourself without some discomfort?
I think people should listen to their gut instincts more, because if it doesn’t feel right, you should stop. Period.
Captain Awkward reminds us that you get to choose your own happiness. Don’t let others define it for you.
Online
Mandy hits the nail on the head when she talks about how she doesn’t actually want that Target gift card. I’m planning a giveaway soon (sneak peek!) and I’m learning what not to do by what some others are doing with their giveaways!
Relationships
I really, truly love this post about the lesson in self-image and positivity Liz learned on her first date. Makes me think back to my first date with G and whether or not he even noticed what I was nervous about.
With today’s technologically connected (and very busy!) world, Kathleen wonders if not online dating, how do you meet people?
Thanks for linking me!
I commend both you and your friend for donating for a really good cause. I wish Amanda all of the luck she can get with her goal of reaching $1,000! That post about making your own vegetable stock sounds really interesting. I have to try that out one day!
Your take on what life is really realistic. I agree with you on the stopping when you don’t feel right doing something. This really tests how much you trust yourself.
If I want to meet people, I’d do it in person. I’m usually involved in things like band so that gave me the perfect opportunity to meet people. The best place to meet people is probably school…
Take care!
Thanks for the link, always great to see another AU grad online! Hope you enjoy how the stock turns out
Thanks for the promo fellow Amanda!
Type 1 diabetes is something really close to my heart, and I hope that everyone will consider donating – even $5 makes all the difference!
I also love garlic and will most definitely be trying that recipe out!