WEEK SEVENTEEN - 26th April

This week's donation is going to The Smith Family.

The Smith Family is a national, independent, social enterprise that supports disadvantaged Australian children to create a better future through education.

If you would like to donate too, you can by clicking here.

WEEK SIXTEEN - 19th April

Last week I chose to give to Arthritis Australia and as they had a minimum donation amount of $10 and I have only budgeted for $5 per week, I am not donating today.

Or I am...the second $5 to Arthritis Australia!!

See you next week.

WEEK FIFTEEN - 12th April 2010

 
This week I'm being a little selfish.  But I'm also thinking of special people like Naomi & teddybear21 when I donate today.

Today's donation is to Arthritis Australia.

I was diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis when my first baby was a few months old.  My specialist tried to encourage me to stop breastfeeding him earlier so I could begin methotrexate treatment.  I refused however, until he was ready to stop, which he did at 10 months old.  I was on the medication for less than a year because we wanted another baby and I had to be 'clean' for at least 3 months before we could even try.

Now I have my two babies, and I will be on methotrexate indefinately...until someone says the magic words, "We have developed a cure for Rheumatoid Arthritis."

Once again, there is a minimum donation of $10 on this website, so I will not be donating next week.

I'm hoping my $10 is multiplied today by other generous readers of my blog (as is my hope every week).

You can donate too by clicking here.

WEEK FOURTEEN - 5th April 2010

This week's donation is to Project Compassion.

This one brings back memories of going to Mass with my family and teaching in Catholic schools.  Every Easter Caritas Australia runs their annual fundraising and education campaign. It is a time to reflect upon the significant issues of peace, justice and development.

A small collection box is sent home with every child in a Catholic school and there is a large box in the classroom for donations.

If you would like to donate, too...click here.