December 2 - The Fuzzy Math

The gift giving fuzzy math is still working.

One insight I had this week is planning would be an important part of this challenge.

If I have things to give already in my possession, it will be easier to find situations to give.

I was writing my post today at Starbucks and decided to pick up some gift cards for my gift bag of sorts.

I started by buying eight $5 cards. I didn't know it but if you buy a $5 gift card you get a fuzzy stocking to go with it. So, once again my theory about generosity had rung true. Its cheaper to be generous. I got more for my money.

Armed with my 8 gift cards, I felt confident. A trip to the grocery store was up next. While standing at the deli, I noticed a worker and thought maybe I should give her a gift card but did not. When I went to check out she was my bagger. I figured that was a good sign she was the one.

I asked her if she like Starbucks. She said she was not much of a coffee drinker. I asked if she knew someone who liked coffee. She said, "Yes." I gave her the gift card in the stocking and she smiled.

It was fun but I must admit, it was crazy that I felt nervous to offer somebody something for free.

It just so happens it was pouring down rain tonight. When we pulled in the drive way, I told my wife to just go in the house and I would handle the groceries. I am starting to feel myself opening up to ways to serve others.

Feel free to join my challenge and share your insights.

25, 24, 10 or even 1 day of Christmas is enough to make somebodies day.