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My boyfriend told me he wanted to volunteer on Christmas day.  I thought he was insane, "Why not volunteer any other day of the year?  Christmas is for family!" A few weeks later I watched my niece star in a Christmas play put on by her church.  I'm always moved when I see young kids in action, giving it their all, and doing their best.  Especially the kids that I love so dearly.  However, what was most touching about the play was a slideshow that was put on in the middle of it.  It showed people volunteering their time to help others.   All the sudden, it clicked.  I finally understood what my boyfriend wanted to do.  He wanted to be there for others on a day that it mattered a lot to them, a day that they may not have anyone else to turn to or may feel forgotten.  Suddenly, I felt a strong desire to volunteer on Christmas as well.  Although it's my favorite day of the year with my family, I wanted to give to those who are les...

Sometimes I'm simple. Sometimes I'm really not. Sometimes I say just a little. Sometimes I say a whole lot. I truthfully enjoy simple symbolism most - due to its infinite interpretation. However sometimes being showered with detailed keywords is best to trigger just the things that are needed to click. Today when I have a billion things to do, I take a long hot bath.  It's been a while.  I gotta stay motivated and have fun or else this wonder woman gets bored.  And as expected, the space for creativity proves superbly refreshing - again.  YAY!  Now I can blaze through my to do's with motivation and my treasured essence of excitement. I had previously written a loooooooong post on what Love Is .   Here is the short, sweet version.  Fresh from the heart. Love Is Fun A Refreshing Presence Romantically Thoughtful Loyal, Royal, There Growth Sparking Reaching for the Stars Together Sweet, Sizzling, Powerful, Surrender Space to Be Y...

Not one experience I regret. Not one moment I'd trade. Not one vision I'd let go of forever. For all of this is how I was made. THANKS!!! Danielle Marie Crume

Where do you spend most of your day? Chances are this may include your desk, car, or kitchen. Most of us have some space that we regularly spend a good portion of our day at. How do you feel about these places you frequent? Take this opportunity to revive your hang outs with a fresh look and readiness for ultimate use. Create the following two areas in your home and/or work space: Creative Center Start with your work center or the spot that you do most of your daily work in. Set up this space for readiness, creation, and making it happen. Have all of the tools that you need and use often easily within your reach. Clear things out of the way that you don’t use so often. Set up your priority work daily and set aside any excess to allow free space while doing your thing. Have a favorite drink within reach and play some tunes while you work to make it a little more fun. Make sure to take breaks from your work area every so often to recharge your energy...