On Saturday I completed the 29-Day Giving Challenge that I posted about last month. The process felt like peeling an onion. First I gave away money, then stuff, then advice, and then my giving became more intangible. I came to realize that, at least for me, the most difficult thing to give away sometimes is compassion for individuals I encounter in every day life.

I am having a hard time coming to grips with the fact that summer is winding down. I didn't do quite as much as I hoped to this summer. I didn't take the time to really get out and enjoy the beautiful weather and sunshine as much as I should have. I could make all kinds of excuses. I moved to a new city so I had to pack. Then of course I had to unpack. I was busy. I was stressed. I was tired. See?