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Motivation Mondays: Labor & Charity

05/09/2016
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“Where there is charity and wisdom, there is neither fear nor ignorance.” Francis of Assisi

Motivation Mondays: Labor & Charity

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In recognition of the role of charity in alleviating humanitarian crises and human ‎suffering within and among nations, as well as of the efforts of charitable organizations ‎and individuals, including the work of Mother Teresa, the General Assembly of the ‎United Nations in its resolution A/RES/67/105 designated the 5th of September, the ‎anniversary of the death of Mother Teresa, as the International Day of Charity.‎ UN Charity Day

What do you know about the International Day of Charity? Did you know that today is both Labor Day and International Day of Charity? The United Nations established the International Day of Charity in 2012 to raise awareness of poverty worldwide and to recognize the work and deeds of Mother Teresa of Calcutta, who served people experiencing poverty throughout her life and passed away on September 5, 1997. Mother Teresa was canonized as a Saint yesterday, so today is a special day to celebrate both her death and her recognition as a modern-day saint. She will now be celebrated every year on September 5th as Saint Teresa of Calcutta MC. It makes perfect sense to me because when we labor and share the benefits of our work, we take an important step toward helping those in need. Charity and Labor go hand in hand and are qualities we all want: providing for our loved ones and giving back to our communities. On this auspicious day, as we recognize the role both play in the lives of a community, a nation, and the world, we can recommit to sustaining one another through volunteering, hard work, and giving back. Each year, the UN has a theme/focus; for 2016, UN Sec. General Ban Ki-moon has placed the focus on volunteering and giving. This matters because of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.

Many of us grew up hearing the saying that charity begins at home … and it does. When we teach our children to be conscientious about helping those in need, and when we express gratitude for what we have, we share a spirit of charity. At the community level, when we contribute to foundations and groups that help our schools and people experiencing poverty in our community, we become torchbearers of charity. At the national and global level, when we support NGOs and other nonprofit organizations that provide services worldwide, whether for education, health training, small business, or even water and electricity, our philanthropy helps create opportunities for friendship, dialogue, and global peace. Each time we donate or volunteer to help families in war zones, we activate that spirit of charity and goodwill that reverberates around the world and returns to us in beneficial ways. Give to charity, share your labor of love, and spread the word.

READ: UN Resources to help:

 

“A garden requires patient labor and attention. Plants do not grow merely to satisfy ambitions or to fulfill good intentions. They thrive because someone expended effort on them.” Liberty Hyde Bailey

Motivation Mondays: Labor Day & International Charity Day

Motivation Mondays: Labor Day & International Charity Day

The first Labor Day holiday was celebrated on Tuesday, September 5, 1882, in New York City, in accordance with the plans of the Central Labor Union. The Central Labor Union held its second Labor Day holiday just a year later, on September 5, 1883.
Labor Day, the first Monday in September, is a creation of the labor movement and is dedicated to the social and economic achievements of American workers. US Dept of Labor

 

What do you know about Labor Day? Many years ago, the world of work was brutal, and work-related deaths were ubiquitous—no laws guided workers or their movement from one dingy workplace to another. The hours were long, pay was little, and unscrupulous bosses created atrocious workplaces and conditions, while offering little or no recourse to workers wounded on the job. Because there were no labor laws to protect minors, a common practice was to use child labor for long, mind-numbing work that was often unpaid. By the 19th Century, workers started to agitate for change as conditions continued to deteriorate and lives were lost at the workplace. This backdrop gave impetus to the growth of the labor movement, which turned life around for middle- and working-class folks. Men like Matthew Maguire and Peter J. McGuire forced the government’s hand to stop inhumane work practices. The deaths of some workers/protesters during the Pullman Strike in 1894 increased pressure from workers and eventually led Congress to declare Labor Day a national holiday; then-sitting U.S. President Grover Cleveland signed the new law, and the movement was up and running.

Interestingly, years before Congress signed the new law into effect, workers organized rallies, meetings, and parades to spread the word and build a union. The first Labor Day Parade was held in NYC in 1882 to honor and celebrate the efforts of all the hardworking men and women who put their lives on the line and labored daily to ensure their families had food to eat and a roof over their heads. When I think of the origins of the labor movement and Labor Day, it is a cause we should all honor because the motivation to work remains the same today. What motivates you to labor for a living? The answer is clear for millions of people around the world, yet many have stood by and watched the labor movement erode. It wasn’t an accident that we have “The 40-hour work week, the minimum wage, family leave, health insurance, Social Security, Medicare, and retirement plans.” All have been fought for by those who believed that without proper compensation, people would be worked to death and workplace atrocities would not end. On this day, let’s stop and thank all who worked to provide for our communities and us.

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AUGUST
08/01 –  2 New Moon, 5 Summer Olympics begin in Rio, 07 Friendship Day & Sisters Day, 07 International Forgiveness Day,
08/08 – 08 Peace Festival, 09 Book Lover’s Day, 09 World’s Indigenous Peoples Day, 12 International Youth Day, 13 International Lefthander’s Day, 14 Tisha B’av,
08/15 –  15 Assumption of Mary, 15 National Relaxation Day, 18 Full Moon, 18 Bad Poetry Day, 19 Nat’l Aviation Day &
World Humanitarian Day
08/22 –  22 Be An Angel Day, 22 National Tooth Fairy Day, 26 National Dog Day, 26 Women’s Equality Day, 27 Global Forgiveness Day
08/29 –  29 National Heroes’ Day, 29 More Herbs, Less Salt Day, 30 Toasted Marshmallow Day

SEPTEMBER
09/05 –   Labor Day,  International Day of Charity,  8 International Literacy Day
09/12 –  15 Day of Democracy Day,  17 Constitution Day
09/19 –  21 International Day of Peace/ World Peace Day, World Rhino Day
09/26 – National Preparedness Month, National Childhood Cancer Awareness, National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, National School Success Month, National Childhood Obesity Awareness

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“Labor to keep alive in your breast that little spark of celestial fire, called conscience.” George Washington

Motivation Mondays: Labor & Charity

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Charity is one of the best investments we can make in our common future. On this day of International Charity, I call on people everywhere to be part of our 15-year partnership for humanity, and to help make the Sustainable Development Goals a reality for all. UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon

 

How do Labor and Charity shape our lives? I’ve told this story before, but I’ll share it again with a new component: The charity we extend to others comes back to us tenfold. My paternal grandmother raised my Dad alone after her husband died suddenly of a heart attack. They were poor farmers in a West African village who saw European missionaries arrive and upend their lives at the turn of the 20th Century. When her hubby passed away, my Grandma sent her youngest son to the only school in a nearby village. It was a Missionary school that educated a handful of boys, sent by bold parents, in a fractious climate that didn’t encourage education as a way out of poverty. Many locals opposed the missionaries, who were determined to force people to abandon traditional practices and Ancestral worship for a new Christian order. The missionaries also brought laws on taxation, and village leaders opposed the imposition of tax levies on communities barely eking out a living to support their families. So, in such a tense climate of imminent and eventual change, education was not available to all or even considered a path out of poverty. The missionary school was free and was offered to the community as a charitable effort to gain trust. Still, many turned it down because they couldn’t imagine how education would help grow their crops or raise their farm animals.

My Grandma, desperate to support her family, took a chance and sent her youngest son to the school. He was eager to learn, and she was eager to find a path out of poverty. As she struggled, others in the village rallied to support and encourage her and became equally invested in seeing my Dad succeed. My Dad stayed in school, holding onto the community’s dream of a better life. He received an education that led him into accountancy, Banking, and eventually Government. As his career expanded, he became a benefactor and helped educate many in our village. He never forgot the goodwill and charity that was extended to him as a little boy and repaid it tenfold. We often forget that the hand that feeds one creates an opportunity for many more hands to feed others. When we act charitably towards others, we benefit as much as the receiver of our philanthropy.

Have a productive, charitable week ahead!

 

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198 Comments leave one →
  1. johncoyote permalink
    05/09/2016 4:16 pm

    Reblogged this on johncoyote and commented:
    Positive words and thoughts.

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  2. arainofthought permalink
    05/09/2016 5:06 pm

    I like the combination of the two (labor & charity)…i do believe they go hand in hand.

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  3. Abby permalink
    05/09/2016 5:56 pm

    Mother Teresa was so inspirational! Thanks for sharing this on a Monday – what a great positive thought to inspire the rest of the week!

    Abby

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  4. MarciaF permalink
    05/09/2016 6:54 pm

    I always loved Labor Day because it meant my dad was home to spend the day with us. He worked so hard and while he was home for dinner nightly we usually had homework. Labor Day and Memorial Day were especially fun for us.

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  5. Liz Mays permalink
    05/09/2016 7:16 pm

    Labor Day is definitely a good reminder of how hard people fought for basic workers rights. I can’t even imagine what it was like to work before them.

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  6. joyroses13 permalink
    05/09/2016 7:45 pm

    I never knew that about International Charity Day, thanks for sharing and inspiring story about your grandmother!

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  7. Carol Cassara (@ccassara) permalink
    05/09/2016 8:13 pm

    Thanks goodness for labor laws! I can’t believe the state of child labor and how hard and long everyone had to work back in the day. Labor Day is one of my favorite and most thoughtful days of the year as it’s a chance to honor that change.

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  8. Kathy permalink
    05/09/2016 8:33 pm

    I think this is a great post. I think sometimes people really forget what labor day is all about. I don’t usually do anything on Labor Day except stay home with the family.

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  9. Melanie Smith permalink
    05/09/2016 10:27 pm

    Such an intereting post is this. I didn’t know this info about labor day and it is so good to know. Thank you!

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  10. Rose Pingol permalink
    06/09/2016 12:00 am

    I am so glad of the celebration of labor day in the USA. We also had a similar celebration and it is always a fulfilling one.

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  11. Kathy Myers permalink
    06/09/2016 4:34 am

    Wow this was really insightful. Thank you so much. I learned a ton of info!

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  12. Terri Ramsey Beavers permalink
    06/09/2016 3:40 am

    I love companies and individuals who bring to light all of the humanitarian crises and human ‎suffering that is going on. I guess I never really considered the cause behind labor day. What an eye opener.

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  13. Laura permalink
    06/09/2016 5:12 am

    Thanks for your words of motivation.

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  14. Nicole Haas Etolen permalink
    06/09/2016 5:48 am

    I have read so many articles about child labor and those really breaks my heart. I am so glad that our society today are very aware when it comes to labor codes.

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  15. Gervin Khan permalink
    06/09/2016 5:55 am

    I love reading this post. I haven’t heard of these facts about labor day before. Nice one!

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  16. Ana De Jesus permalink
    06/09/2016 6:06 am

    This reminds me of Mother Teresa being made a saint, she was devoted to charity work her entire life. We all should all try and be more mindful.

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  17. Rachel Mouton permalink
    06/09/2016 6:11 am

    I love that you are grouping labor and charity together. They really should go hand-in-hand if they don’t already.

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  18. Liz Mays permalink
    06/09/2016 6:44 am

    Elizabeth, I loved hearing the story of your dad and how he gave back later. What a wonderful thing!

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  19. 조이 Czjai (@RebelSweetHrt) permalink
    06/09/2016 6:54 am

    I had no idea there’s an International Day of Charity. Thanks for the heads-up! 🙂

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  20. Robin Rue permalink
    06/09/2016 10:04 am

    I had no idea that there was such a celebration as a day of charity. I try to do as much as I can for those around me when I can.

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  21. Shanna Uptergrove permalink
    06/09/2016 10:38 am

    Always needing people like you to spread the word. If we were all more giving, maybe we would have less violence and more love.

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  22. momknowsbest15 permalink
    06/09/2016 10:55 am

    I so agree with charity begins at home. We need to take care of our neighbors first.

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  23. Amy Jones permalink
    06/09/2016 8:16 am

    Nice to know there is an international day to celebrate Charity, thanks to Mother Teresa

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  24. Megan Ogden permalink
    06/09/2016 8:34 am

    Wow, I have never even heard of National Charity Day? Do you think it’s because most of us can’t afford to donate and it’s something more known in the richer communities? Hmm interesting.

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  25. Melanie Smith permalink
    06/09/2016 8:48 am

    This information about Labor day is so good to know. Thank you for sharing!

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  26. speakingaloud2u permalink
    06/09/2016 9:08 am

    It is so inspiring to read about your father and his journey towards success, which eventually led to so many lives getting better. Education serves the society in so many ways!! Great piece of writing, truly motivating.

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  27. Julie Syl Kalungi permalink
    06/09/2016 9:15 am

    Coming a day after the mother of all labour and Charity to me, St Teresa was sainted it felt right. Even though we dont celebrate Labor day in UK< I celebrated with a toast to all working moms and dads who d whatever it takes to bring their dreams to life 🙂

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  28. Mel Blake permalink
    06/09/2016 9:37 am

    This is such an inspiring post. There is so much that I have learned from it. thanks!

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  29. Anita Fonte permalink
    06/09/2016 5:30 pm

    Wow! I really never gave it a thought about Labor Day. I was just happy that I had the day off but reading the meaning about it has made me more aware.

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  30. Neely (@Neelykins) permalink
    06/09/2016 3:27 pm

    I have always tried to volunteer as much as I can. But I always could do more.

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  31. Alfonzowords permalink
    06/09/2016 3:45 pm

    Mother teresa quotes are some of my favorites to inspire. Wish i knew it was International Day of Charity yesterday. I donate every month and always try to volunteer when i can. giving back without any thought for return is the best kind of reward there is.

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  32. Fatima A. (@Blogsbyfa) permalink
    06/09/2016 3:47 pm

    We always used to get a holiday on the Labour Day when we were at school. I truly appreciate the work these individuals do. How hardworking!

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  33. Natural Skin Care permalink
    06/09/2016 4:24 pm

    I had no idea there was an International Charity Day. It’s a good reminder to help others.

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  34. Michele permalink
    06/09/2016 4:24 pm

    Charity definitely begins in the home and should be taught to all children along with reading, writing and arithmetic. As for Labor Day–my eternal gratitude to all those who fought so long and hard for what we take for granted.

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  35. nlampert permalink
    06/09/2016 4:56 pm

    I didn’t know Labour day was also charity day! I really like that George Washington quote.

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  36. acowboyslife permalink
    06/09/2016 5:31 pm

    I agree that charity does begin at home. Our children need to see us giving back and helping others with no agenda or wanting something in return.

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  37. Cindy Ingalls permalink
    06/09/2016 6:08 pm

    I think it’s great that there is an international day of charity, though it really should be something we dedicate to doing all year. So many are in need and giving back is a great way to do our part to help the world become a better place.

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  38. Chei permalink
    06/09/2016 7:04 pm

    This is a great motivation. 🙂 Thank you for sharing.

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  39. Claudette Esterine permalink
    06/09/2016 7:37 pm

    You outdid yourself with this one! Great post. 🙂

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  40. Adriana Martin (@ABRecipes) permalink
    06/09/2016 7:43 pm

    Charity is everything. We have a moral responsibility to help others that are in need. The payback is a bundle of joy since I know you enjoy more to give rather than receive.

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  41. Jasmine Watts permalink
    06/09/2016 10:53 pm

    Great to know about the history of labor day. Loved this post!

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  42. carrie@thelavenderhytta permalink
    06/09/2016 9:21 pm

    Charity is so important. Not only for those who receive but for those that give as well. Also you never know when the tables could be turned and the one giving will be the one receiving.

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  43. Ave Hla permalink
    07/09/2016 2:33 am

    I was a part of volunteers group when living in Estonia. We volunteered mostly in hospitals and helped out with kids. I hope I can find a way to volunteer here in Spain too.

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  44. Julie Syl Kalungi permalink
    07/09/2016 3:11 am

    I am sure I came across this post on Monday and I love the entire message yo share here Eliza. Charity, our biggest Gift to us and others! retweeted 🙂

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  45. RC permalink
    07/09/2016 3:30 am

    Mother Teresa is now a Saint. And her life is an inspiration to many. It’s definitely a life of charity and selflessness.

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  46. franckxethee permalink
    07/09/2016 5:01 am

    There’s so much contrast between labor and charity. One for making a living and the other one is for warming the heart.

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  47. Rachel Mouton permalink
    07/09/2016 5:02 am

    Mother Theresa is so precious! I was so happy to see her finally made a saint.

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  48. Lisa Rios permalink
    07/09/2016 6:47 am

    Honestly I didn’t know that the International Day of Charity day fell on the same day as Labor Day. I agree charity begins at home & everyone of us has the responsibility to help another human being in need and it is so important to teach the same to our kids as well.

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  49. 2activelab (@2activelab) permalink
    07/09/2016 7:00 am

    Amazing post, so informative and emotional. Your posts are always so inspirational. I didn’t know about International Charity Day. Live and learn.

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  50. Fred permalink
    07/09/2016 7:16 am

    St. Mother Teresa is charity personified. There is no other person who is the perfect image of charity in the modern times. I am gratified that she had been declared a saint eventually after long being known as the living saint. – Fred

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  51. lastchance3 permalink
    07/09/2016 7:52 am

    I had no idea it was International Day of Charity. I”ve never even heard of that holiday. What a fantastic idea!

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  52. The Walking Map permalink
    07/09/2016 8:10 am

    No, I did not know that Labor Day and International Day of Charity were the same.

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  53. Eileen xo permalink
    07/09/2016 9:30 am

    Always inspired when I read your blog. I am a huge Saint Mother Theresa fan, I had hoped to attend her canonization. Charity to others is so important and I hope the world continues to work on being charitable and helping others

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  54. Karlaroundtheworld | Karla permalink
    07/09/2016 9:40 am

    One of my old teachers used to tell us stories about how her grandmom was part of the original New York Labor Day parade, I felt a bit nostalgic. Also, I didn’t really know about Charity going alongside Labor day, interesting.

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  55. Parenting Healthy permalink
    07/09/2016 10:05 am

    It is so sweet that Mother Teresa is now a saint. She is always one of my favorite people

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  56. R U S S permalink
    07/09/2016 7:22 am

    This is inspiring! Charity is so rare these days but we can always choose to be that person who’ll touch other people’s lives. I believe in karma, in being good, and in doing good. I believe that we get what we give.

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  57. Cindy Gordon (@VegetarianMamma) permalink
    07/09/2016 10:48 am

    I actually didn’t know anything about International Charity Day. This was a learning moment for me! I always enjoy your posts!

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  58. Jamela P. permalink
    07/09/2016 2:05 pm

    I love your posts, they are always so motivating. I think it is great to give back on labor day. We are teaching my kids that Labor day isn’t about partying and grilling out that it is the perfect time to give back.

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  59. Anamika Ojha permalink
    07/09/2016 12:26 pm

    I didn’t know that this Labor day was also International Charity day. Thanks for sharing the info and totally agree with the thought of UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon that we need to unite together for our better future!

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  60. doitallworkingmom permalink
    07/09/2016 3:51 pm

    To tell you the truth a knew nothing about International day of charity. I’m glad I’ve leaned more about it today. Those are great thoughts!

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  61. Akhil Sharma permalink
    07/09/2016 2:55 pm

    I am really happy to see Mother Teresa’s photograph. No matter whether people remember her as a mother or saint, she’ll remain an angel and considered as a respected soul. We need more people like her to save the humanity.

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  62. Lisa Hodges permalink
    07/09/2016 6:13 pm

    What a great inspirational post!

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  63. Tiffany VanSickle permalink
    07/09/2016 5:17 pm

    I am very passionate about childhood cancer and Epidermolysis Bullosa research and awareness. I love that my boys have grown up seeing me raise money and awareness for those causes, as well as seeing us tithe at church. I can already see it making a difference!

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  64. Nikki permalink
    07/09/2016 6:28 pm

    Wow, that is an inspirational story of your father. I had no idea today was also International Charity Day.

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  65. Eileen Mendoza Loya permalink
    07/09/2016 7:31 pm

    I loved the story about your grandmother. She is such an inspiration. I have raised my children alone and I am telling you, it was tough. Now my kids are all grown up, two of whom are college graduates and one about to graduate next year. I am proud that despite all my sacrifice, I can rest assured that they will all have a bright future ahead of them.

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  66. mrpossible11 permalink
    07/09/2016 9:32 pm

    Thanks for sharing another Monday inspirational meal. Well, many quotes are just of wordly mouth than practise, example of it is charity begins at home. We only speak no action

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  67. Shub permalink
    08/09/2016 1:35 am

    I try to contribute my bit to charity whenever I can. It gives immense pleasure to help people.

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  68. Nicole Herose Cochingco - Escat permalink
    07/09/2016 11:02 pm

    My mom used to work for us when my father leaves us. I am so thankful on her hard work, now I support her financially. What a wonderful way to pay back those laboring days of her.

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  69. phyliciamarie permalink
    08/09/2016 12:45 am

    Loved that bit about your grandma and your father. And how your father never forgot to give back and pay it forward. the perfect way to merge labor and charity

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  70. Ryan Escat permalink
    08/09/2016 1:39 am

    What a good read. In our country, child labor is very strict. Even child artists need a permit so they can work, I think it is really important to not abuse the labor codes.

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  71. yogoandcream permalink
    08/09/2016 5:11 am

    These are all interesting to know. I didn’t know the history behind labor day and I didn’t know that International Charity Day existed before I read this. Anyway, I agree that charity starts at home. We just have to be wary also of what we give to people we want to help. For instance, instead of giving money to the beggars, we should give them food or teach them skills that will help them get back on their feet. -Me-An Clemente of http;//yogoandcream.com

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  72. JessicaACassidy (@wifetoalineman) permalink
    08/09/2016 6:04 am

    This is a very inspirational post to read. Thank you for sharing. Unfortunately, I was scheduled to work on Labor Day.

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  73. Kendra permalink
    08/09/2016 7:14 am

    I’ve never heard of International Day of Charity! It’s a great way to bring attention to some of the issues today!

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  74. DecoPix (@TiinaTibs) permalink
    08/09/2016 9:20 am

    So encouraging and inspirational thoughts. Charity is something that is often so easily forgotten in the culture I’m living now. It’s really so pity. We are all humans and here together so why don’t we act that way. Great post!

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  75. Ashley Jacksonville Photographer permalink
    08/09/2016 9:42 am

    I had no idea about the Pullman strike! What an interesting even in history.

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  76. fashionphases permalink
    08/09/2016 1:08 pm

    I’m embarrassed to admit I didn’t know there was an International Day of Charity until you brought it up. We celebrate so many different things it is so great to hear there is this one to bring awareness! 💞

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  77. Tami Qualls permalink
    08/09/2016 1:09 pm

    I like the quote by Liberty Hyde Bailey. It says so much about hard work paying off.

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  78. shoppingduck permalink
    08/09/2016 1:36 pm

    Charity definitely begins at home. It is important to teach children to serve both in and outside the home.

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  79. katyashadeofteal permalink
    08/09/2016 10:36 am

    I had no idea it was also International Day of Charity. Teaching my child to be charitable is a huge thing for me. Were always trying to encourage her to give back to others.

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  80. Rose permalink
    08/09/2016 7:31 pm

    It does start at home, and it’s nice to help instill those kinds of values in our children. Hopefully they’re lessons they will remember and carry on throughout the rest of their lives.

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  81. tiffanyhathorn permalink
    08/09/2016 9:51 pm

    I didn’t realize there was an International Day of Charity. That is good to know. And holy crap, you have done a lot of these!

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  82. Bhushavali permalink
    09/09/2016 1:35 am

    Sept 5th is more special in India now. Its already celebrated as Teachers Day here after Dr. Radha Krishnan’s birthday.

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  83. Momina Arif permalink
    09/09/2016 7:06 am

    I love this post. I love ho you described what charity does for us as well

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  84. Azlin Bloor permalink
    09/09/2016 1:40 pm

    Great post on a topic that we should constantly be reminded on. Perhaps we should also be partaking in charity of thought and not just the physical kind. Wouldn’t the world be a better place?

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  85. Doran (@HauteBeautyBlog) permalink
    09/09/2016 10:19 pm

    I was always taught that charity is paid forward. A great example of that is the story you share about your dad. It warms my heart to hear how the communities generosity was paid back through your father’s generousity.

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  86. Claudia H. Blanton permalink
    10/09/2016 7:56 pm

    sounds like both you Grandmother and your Father are awesome people. Blessings!

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  87. LifeAsAConvert permalink
    11/09/2016 11:16 am

    Perfect love (God) casts out all fear and charity is love, so I would have to agree with that quote.

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  88. Marielle Altenor permalink
    11/09/2016 6:32 pm

    I love that when I come on your blog I learn something new! I honestly did not know there was such a thing as International Day of Charity.

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  89. Daisy Crawford permalink
    12/09/2016 5:30 am

    I always love reading your posts. They are so well researched and thought out. I never knew that International Charity Day was the same day as Labor Day. We must reap the fruits of our labor and share them with others not so lucky.

    lapetitecalifornienne.com

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  90. mhaan.a-ds permalink
    12/09/2016 6:43 am

    This is something I will definitely teach to my kids. Thanks for sharing.

    Mhaan |

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  91. Celeste Sundragonlady permalink
    12/09/2016 8:33 am

    Wonderful posts about Motivation. We all need it. Well, at least, I do. On a daily basis. I really like that you have a theme, as well. I will be following along for more motivation. Thanks for sharing 😉

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  92. Tiffany Yong permalink
    13/09/2016 2:54 am

    Is this Labour Day different from the 1st May labour day? There are so many types of days to commemorate. I think this Charity Day is a good way to remind people that they have to do good and there are many people who need our help..

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  93. lisa joydellavita permalink
    07/09/2021 1:28 am

    I really like your new header picture, where was this taken? the building looks so stunning, would really like to know where it is situated 🙂

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  94. forkwardthinkingfoodinista permalink
    07/09/2021 7:47 am

    LOVE the motivational message and the fact that charity is a focus too. Great post and the perfect theme x

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  95. Bryan Carey permalink
    07/09/2021 10:09 am

    I’m familiar with Labor Day, but not International Day of Charity! I need to keep this in mind, as I regularly give to several different charities.

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  96. emman damian permalink
    07/09/2021 12:41 pm

    This is such a cool post. Thanks for reminding us the importance of Labor Day.

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  97. Fransic verso permalink
    07/09/2021 2:55 pm

    Great information about labor day and when it started. And that’s awesome she tried her best to help her son.

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  98. Dr. Elise Ho permalink
    07/09/2021 6:17 pm

    I did not know that this new holiday was created. Charity does indeed begin at home but it should stretch much further than that.

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  99. Ntensibe Edgar permalink
    07/09/2021 8:39 pm

    Aaaahhhhh….this is such a sweet one to keep in mind and close at heart! Charity indeed begins at home.

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  100. Nilakshi permalink
    07/09/2021 11:01 pm

    Even though I knew about Labour’s Day, I had no clue about the history behind it and now that I know that, having a Labour Day makes so much sense.

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  101. Rosey permalink
    08/09/2021 12:04 am

    I think it is important to be sensitive to the needs to others. Hooray to those who help propel all the various causes.

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  102. risalopez permalink
    08/09/2021 1:40 am

    Thank you for sharing informative post, and also for the motivation readings.

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  103. Linda permalink
    08/09/2021 3:00 am

    Love all positives and motivation lines. Thanks for sharing with us.

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  104. MELANIE EDJOURIAN permalink
    08/09/2021 6:47 am

    The conditions way back were awful. It’s good there are now laws to protect workers.

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  105. Tracy Isidore permalink
    08/09/2021 8:32 am

    Great post and very inspiring. I did not know that Charity Day is together with Labour Day. This was a great read thank you!

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  106. Milton Coyne permalink
    08/09/2021 9:47 am

    We just celebrated Saint Teresa’s feast day here in our church and our priest reminded us all about her charity works when she was still alive and how we can use her legacy as an inspiration to help those who are in need even in our own simple ways. She was indeed worth commemorating.

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  107. Unta permalink
    08/09/2021 9:15 pm

    Thanks for the positive topics, your personal story is very inspiring and I believe helpful to others.

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  108. amalateesside permalink
    08/09/2021 9:27 pm

    We definitely need to teach our children to be more conscientious, i worry about how much time my neices spend on internet and screentime, Thanks for sharing!

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  109. Michele @ ourredonkulouslife permalink
    09/09/2021 4:09 am

    I could not agree more that the charity we extend to others comes back to us tenfold. That is something I wish I would have learned earlier in life.

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  110. Christianforemost.com permalink
    09/09/2021 4:54 am

    Let’s always be charitable and extend help to those in need if we can.

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  111. Christianforemost.com permalink
    09/09/2021 4:59 am

    Let’s always chose to be charitable and extend the help we can gives to others.

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  112. My Kitchen permalink
    10/09/2021 1:14 am

    I didn’t know there is international day of charity much less that it falls on the same day as international labour day.

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  113. amalateesside permalink
    11/09/2021 4:19 am

    This is a great post, love your motivation mondays. Thanks so much for sharing!

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  114. kidneyfornikki permalink
    11/09/2021 5:54 am

    I love your relating charity to labor. It’s so obvious but again it gives me something else to take a deep dive on. Thank you!

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  115. Nkem permalink
    11/09/2021 7:07 am

    Lovely and timely post as always! I’m thinking a lot about my personal charity and how I give, from which place in my heart I give. Beautiful reinforcement here.

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  116. risalopez permalink
    11/09/2021 8:04 am

    I love reading motivational words and wisdom. Thank you for sharing them.

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  117. Jasmine Martin permalink
    12/09/2021 4:05 am

    It is so important to understand the concept of labor and charity. It really does affect our lives rather constantly to be honest.

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  118. Harassedmom (@laurakim123) permalink
    12/09/2021 5:50 pm

    I used to be very involved in a range of charities but with lockdown it was hard to get out of my own head. I am slowly getting back into it.

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  119. Polly Amora permalink
    13/09/2021 12:54 am

    Charity and Labor truly go hand in hand and I’m glad that there are many people who are selfless and compassionate towards others.

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  120. Lyosha Varezhkina permalink
    13/09/2021 2:21 am

    I find charity a very important part of our lives. It gives so much more comparing to what you actually give!

    Reply

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