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Inspired by Mandy Edwards! 7/10/91 - 11/15/08
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Tuesday, August 31, 2010
Focusing on being Thankful to God for the Gift of Mandy for the 17 years we had her!
You asked for it - so here it is - a way to purchase KindnessRevolution items! Give me your suggestions and ideas please! http://www.cafepress.com/kindness4ME See the NEW Design created for the Teach with Africa project!
I am adding this at the top of this page as I am so amazed by this young man - and touched by his story and his courage. When you are having a bad day - just come here and watch this young man sing praises while he sits in a Hospital bed - it should put things back in perspective for you . You can read more about this brave young man's journey at his website http://creedsstory.wordpress.com/
Below you will find links that represent Mandy's interests. To learn more about Mandy's Accident and the LD 441 Legislation, follow the links listed below.
MANDY's STORY
A Journey Through Grief - Our Story In An Interview
Mandy's Obituary
Mandy's Tribute Documentary Video by James Stiles, Casco Bay Films (its on facebook I hope this link works)
Mandy's Celebration of Life News Article
Mandy's You Tube Tribute done by K. Jowdry
News paper article about LD 441 and why as her Mother I was supporting it
The Nightly News Story on LD 441 in her honor
The Gowns and Sounds Benefit Fund Raiser News Broadcast
Mandy's Foundation Page - Lynn McGinnis is a fantastic human being with the heart of an angel - she started this page for us.
Teach with Africa - Our Wonderful new (May 2010) partner in this effort!
MUSIC
Click here to view the YouTube of my new favorite song by Barlow Girl... Beautiful Ending... it is hauntingly beautiful and makes me cry and rejoice all at the same time. What they say at the beginning of this video is profound. Mandy had a life filled with caring and kindness, she was not shy about her love of God - and she had a tragic ending - THANKFULLY it was not because she forgot him - she knew her final destination. Now I strive to be the kind of person, with a personal relationship with God - so that I too can have that beautiful ending and be at His side and have her in my arms once more!
Let's Dance - by Hawk Nelson Call My Name - by Third Day In My Arms - by Plumb
Smiling Down - Pillar One More Time - By Disciple Never Alone - By Barlow Girl
Until the Whole World Hears - Casting Crowns What Faith Can Do - Kutless
Live Life Loud - Hawk Nelson - I have to say Mandy certainly did live loud! She loved life, her food and her friends and her family!
Eggshells - Hawk Nelson The Meaning of Live - Hawk Nelson The Final Toast - Hawk Nelson (Here's to YOU Mandy!)
Mess of Me - Switchfoot - for the days when you know you screwed up and you need to get back on track
Your Love is a Song - Switchfoot
I found Fox Elipsus by accident but his thoughts and dreams about kindness fit mine so well I had to post his link. Here are some words from him
"I believe that all people are equal. I believe that all nations are as valuable as each other. I believe killing is wrong with no qualifications. I believe that we can save the environment, but it is going to take change of such drastic proportions a truly global movement. A movement which supports people... human rights... the earth... and peace. I do not know if we can do it. I still believe that there could be a way to get out of this. This is how change starts. It's also how memorable music and unforgettable moments are made. If you agree with me, join me. Together we are twice as strong." Fox
TOUCHING ITEMS and OTHER GREAT WEBSITES
This week I was taken stunned to find Amanda Edwards of Falmouth Maine pop un in my search. Amanda is an amazing artist and a wonderful spirit - her art (as well as her name) makes me smile - I wanted to share it with you http://www.mandolinmosaics.com/
Lots of people have asked me where I got my teardrop keepsake pendant urn, it has provided me much comfort since Mandy's death. If you are interested in purchasing a similar item for yourself, you can contact your local funeral home and ask about products from the Madelyn company. The Madelyn Company does not sell direct to consumers but to view the products available from your local funeral home you may visit Madelyn's website at www.Madelynpendants.com. I find it's a touching way to keep someone close to your heart!
I love the name of this website - CoolPeopleCare.org how true it is!
Kevin McNamara my new friend wrote the book 'Do I Have To Cry To Say Goodbye?' after loosing his daughter Holly. He describes it "It is about my life and how I handled the grief and emotion of losing my daughter Holly." Kevin has turned the death of his child into an outreach mission, please take a moment to check out his website http://www.kevinmcnamara.com.au/pages/Home.aspx Be Kind to your youngsters – Read them a Book - Check out Just One More Book an amazing group that reviews children’s books and has a lot more wonderful stuff to review! http://www.justonemorebook.com An amazing journey of one woman’s journey of overcoming breast cancer! www.WeCanRebuildHer.com How Oprah is helping us - How $5.00 can change someone's life! Kindness Philosophy In the midst of global crises such as pollution, wars and famine, kindness may be too easily dismissed as a "soft" issue, or a luxury to be addressed after the urgent problems are solved. But kindness is the greatest need in all those areas -- kindness toward the environment, toward other nations, toward the needs of people who are suffering. Until we reflect basic kindness in everything we do, our political gestures will be fleeting and fragile.
Sue is a wonderful woman and the outreach she provides to college students is AMAZING - check her out Www.northstarbridge.org and check out http://birthdays.causes.com/wishes/11894 and donate to the cause for her birthday!
How to Better Communicate with Your Daughter - Oprah.com has a wonderful Ask Elizabeth section - great insight!
BeadforLife is a non profit organization providing impoverished Ugandan women an opportunity to lift their families out of poverty by making beaded jewelry out of recycled paper. Check them out - The beads are beautiful and the need is great.
Rachel's Challenge - In Honor of Rachel Scott the first victim in the Columbine Incident. Her parents are creating GOOD out of this tragedy as well. I think they are amazing people and a HUGE inspiration!
While I hope and PRAY that none of you will ever need it - I am posting this website as it is a wonderful tribute by another Mother who struggled to find answers/help when she lost her daughter it is an amazing resource for those grieving. Grief Haven
This woman lost her husband to a drunk driver and has created a wonderful website trying to help others and sharing the story of her Journey through the grief http://www.journey-through-grief.com/index.html
Be Nice to Yourself! check out this wonderful article on 11 ways to feel beautiful
A very moving You Tube Video on another crash
The Kindness Center - Started right here in Maine - go check it out - It's great to know lots of people want KINDNESS in the world! I think Michael Chase is an amazing man with a HUGE heart and the ability to inspire us all - check out the video
Locks of Love This was a cause near and dear to Mandy's heart - Unfortunately, there was confusion and her hair was not taken from her before she was cremated.
Breast Cancer Research - Pink Ribbon Stuff - as you know Mandy was a shopper, here is a place you can shop and help this wonderful cause
Oprah's Angel Network Page - you may have to join Oprah's Network to view the story (it's free)
Help US - contact Oprah and ask her to assist us in making this dream a reality for Mandy!
Air1 Radio - GREAT Christian Rock - check them out - Mandy was a believer, she knew her destination and even though her trip came much to early - it gives me peace to know she is smiling down at me!
AARP Create The Good Website for more "kindness" ideas
Amazing Grace You Tube Video- beautiful - Thanks for finding and Sharing Lori
SMILE - Check out this amazing website - they are doing GREAT things and there are GREAT stories including ours!
Wisdom and words from ANOTHER Mandy - I love this blog, I don't know much about the church she is a member of but she seems to love the Lord and love Life and she certainly knows about Kindness.
I almost fell over when I found this one -a paper from another Mandy Edwards who was 16 at the time she won an award. Her paper is on Compassion and is a very good lesson for all
A very well thought out blog on how to live your best life www.Beliefnet.com/drnorris
There is a Pay it Forward website with lots of great stuff - please take a moment to check it out, I think they are a wonderful non-profit organization!
Love this one! So Festive and Fun! Cheermup website!
People and Possibilities website - it's a good one!
I love this 2010 LOVE - check out their website please
I found this and thought "What a Great Idea" I incorporated their message into my latest cards - You Are Beautiful is the message they want to spread - check out their website
THINGS TO SEE AND BUY
Our Kindness Store - A fun way to show people you care and to remind others to be kind as well- PLUS the bonus is $1.00 from every item purchased goes to the Mandy fund!!!
Oh What a WONDERFUL IDEA! Tie a "string" around your finger to remember kindness! These silver rings are beautiful both in sentement and in style - and they are NOT costly - so you can buy one for everyone you love! www.string-ring.com Check them out - I know you will agree!
Found this GREAT website where you can purchase hand painted plates called Kindness Plates - to fill up with something and deliver to someone - what a beautiful idea! http://www.cultivatekindness.com/
I think this is fantastic! What a great gift to give to someone and what a wonderful present to give yourself! These go in the shower where you can suck up the GOOD Messages each morning http://www.cleansingthoughts.com exceptional product and value!
I found Sydney Duarte and her company FatMan Designz, Inc. while searching for KINDNESS related items on the web- she too is "Making the world a better place... One Smile at a time" http://www.FatmanDesignz.com
http://www.humankindness.org/index.html
Love NEVER Fails - Brandon Heath
