I'm very excited for tomorrow. I posted about my mom a while back, she had ovarian cancer this year. After surgery and chemo, I am happy to report she's cancer free!
She's finally got enough hair back to actually do something with so I'm taking her to my stylist tomorrow and we're getting the works, on me. Cut, color and having her eyebrows waxed. I'm SOOOO excited about this! My mom grew up on a farm and has been a tom boy most of her life. She's never cared about fashion and the most make up I've ever seen her wear is a bit of mascara. Previous to losing her hair, she'd had the same hairstyle for at least 30 years. I get to start with a clean slate!

So what's the last nice thing you did for someone?

CarrieMpls said:

That's very sweet of you, Carrie (and I'm glad to hear your mom's doing well ).

The last nice thing I did was save someone's job.

CarrieMpls said:

Carrie you have such a beautiful heart and strong spirit... I didn't know about your Mum before now but after reading this its clear where you get it all from

for your Mum for being a SURVIVOR!!!!! and for you for being the person you are

CarrieMpls said:

You are a diamond Carrie and I wish you and you Mum all the best

I went to see my grandma yesterday. She suffers from emphysema and her lung capacity is down to 35%. It's really horrible to imagine what it's like to barely be able to breathe...

I don't think it was "nice" of me to see her necessarily - taking care of family should be something to be taken for granted - but she definitely seemed to appreciate it. She was even joking about things, which felt really good.

Sorry to hear about your mom, Carrie. But it's fantastic that she's back on her feet. On the other hand I'd expect no less since she has such a caring daughter.

Carrie!!! That's so wonderful. I'm so happy to hear that your mom is doing well!

I think the last nice thing I've done was donate clothes for Katrina victims and going to benefit shows to help raise money for the cause. Other than that I guess I've done nice things for my boyfriend. But they were also nice for me as well

CarrieLee said:

Yeah, but sometimes those are the best nice things.

And really, I don't know how anyone can truly selflessly give. It always feels good to do something nice for someone, so you're at the very least getting a warm fuzzy in return.

CarrieMpls said:

Exactly.

retina said:

Sorry to hear about your grandmother.

I hear what you mean, about taking care of family should just be a given. And for my mother that's definitely true. But I have to say for certain members of my family, it really is a 'nice' and 'extra' thing for me to do. lol.

I sent a text message to these two babes in Munich, telling them that I love them....because thanks to this photo I made, I won a photo-contest making it the official best Oktoberfest 2005-Photo.....I won a Nokia Multi-Media Cell-Phone N90, worth about $ 800,-




and really, what's not to love about them????





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Recently I was taking a walk, and I passed a bus stop right after this elderly homeless looking man had gotten off of the bus in a wheelchair. As I passed him, I gave him a smile and said "hi", and he really softly said something in return. I stopped and leaned down to ask him to repeat himself, and he said "Can you help me across the street, sir?"...He pointed out that he had gang green in both his feet, and that three of his fingers on his right hand were broken and the doctor told him not to use his hand if possible. His clothes were dirty and worn and he reeked of urine... I smiled and said "Sure", and started pushing his wheelchair down towards the corner so we could cross.

Unfortunately, he started getting scared as we approached a dip in the sidewalk where there was a parking lot entrance...he was afraid he'd tip over if we continued. He asked if I would cross him in the middle of the street instead--which was three lanes going both ways (he kept saying he'd done it before). After a few minutes of trying to convince him he wouldn't tip over, I decided his peace of mind was more important, and agreed to go back the other way and help him cross in the middle.

Once the traffic flow came to a halt, I backed him down another parking lot entrance, and turned him around and began pushing his wheelchair across the street...he was instructing me on what to do and which direction to point him the entire time, which was good because I wouldn't have thought of half the things he told me to do..lol...I was phshing him quickly just to make sure we got across the street as fast as possible, but everytime I'd hit a bump I'd here him say "Ow..", and realized his body was in some pain I didn't think about. So, I slowed down, and watched out for any hole or bump that I could, and finally got him across the street.

Once there, I asked him where he wanted to go, and he pointed over to a dollar thrift store...so I pushed him across another parking lot and along the sidewalk until we got to the store he wanted. I asked him if he needed me to push him inside, and instead of answering he asked me if I knew of any place that offered free food. I said I wasn't sure where anyplace like that would be, but maybe if he asked a policeman they could direct him. He said he had asked one already and they suggested trying a church (which I thought was a good idea). I ended up holding the door open, and helping him inside, then told him to have a good day and left. But I started feeling guilty and worrying about him...I only had three bucks on me at the time and started feeling guilty because before I came across this man I was contemplating what to have for lunch. I came to a stop and just stood on the sidewalk, debating whether or not to go back an give him some money...and after a moment or two, I asked myself what the real reason was for me not doing so. I realized I would feel a little embarrassed going back now to offer money, and decided that was a shitty reason for not doing it.

So, I went back to the store, where the guy was sitting next to the checkout stand...it seemed like he was waiting for someone to ask him if they could help him, and he was going to ask if they could spare some change (just seemed that way to me). I walked up beside him, and touched his shoulder..he jumped and said I scared him. I asked if he had any money for food...he said no, and I took my $3.00 out and gave it to him and said "You do now." He smiled and thanked me, and held out his hand to shake mine...which I did. I smiled back and said "You have a good day", and left, the cashier looking at me and smiling as I walked out.

That was probably the nicest thing I've done in awhile...lol...and it still didn't feel like I did enough. Three bucks isn't much, and I should have gone to an ATM somewhere to give him more...or taken him to lunch myself, or helped him find a church or something. Your mind races afterwards with all the other things you could have done...

Last would be the red cross.... yeesh I am behind. So many good things coming my way and I really want to give more of myself. I will catch up this weekend.

Promise!

CarrieMpls said:

Carrie, I'm soooo happy to hear this. It's 'cause for celebration and makeovers. Have her go all out. Have tons of fun.


M

abierman said:

Wow, they are beautiful.....but they're also 12 years old. Naughty Naughty....

M

i got my nephew a coat.

brownsugar said:

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CarrieMpls said:

Carrie, that's fantastic that your mom was able to recover from cancer. And how nice of you to take your mom to the salon to get a makeover. Sounds like a great time, have fun!

Byron said:

This story brought a lump to my throat. Byron, what you did for that homeless man was very sweet and thoughtful. You shouldn't feel guilty about only giving him $3.00 for lunch, because what you did to help him was more than enough. Too many times, people see a homeless person and just keep on walking, not even giving them the time of day. The fact that you cared enough to stop and help the elderly gentleman out says that you're a great guy.

The last "nice thing" I did for somebody was when I started the temporary job I'm at now. The person who had the job before me left her boots behind, so I dropped them off at her house. I didn't ring the doorbell or anything, just left them in a box on her porch where she could find them. With the way the winter was last year, I figured that she was going to need them. Besides, what would I do with someone elses' boots anyway?

I've also given food/money to some homeless people that I've seen downtown (we have lots of them here, it seems). I also am in the habit of donating old/unwanted clothes to the Salvation Army for people who can't afford to go out and buy new ones.

I sent music to someone who wasn't expecting it

CarrieLee said:

SupaFunkyOrgangrinderSexy said:

thanks dude , but stop calling me masher!!!!!

MIGUELGOMEZ said:

23 & 24 is legal over here, miguel.....hope you're fine!

Well, I didn't kill my partner today. That was pretty nice of me.