Day 31

I know the challenge is complete, but I'm going to continue on. This has been great discipline for me, so I think it would be wise just to keep doing it! Plus it feels good! So I'm going with the theory that the most important thing in life is to feel good! I know when I feel good those around me feel better and it creates an amazing ripple effect. It goes far beyond what I can even imagine!! Life is good and I'm so blessed.

Love & Light,
Leann
"Sunshine"

Day 30

I did it!! Today was the last day of the official 30 day challenge!! I feel so good about having completed this wonderful task of blessing someone everyday for 30 days straight with kind words in the form of a greeting card. I hope you all enjoyed the challenge, even if you didn't send out 30 cards. Even a honest attempt is worth a big round of applause! So I'm clapping really loud right now. I will continue to send cards and blog everyday until it doesn't feel right to do anymore. Don't see that happening anytime soon, but you never know. I listen to my inner voice and take action as I'm guided to do. My life is very blessed and I'm so grateful to have my faith to keep me smiling on the days I don't feel like it.

Enjoy Every Single Moment...they all are special in some way or another!!!!

Leann
"Sunshine"

Day 29

Well tomorrow is the last day of the challenge, I'm sad I will be losing my challenge team. Hopefully some of you will continue to send cards on a more regular basis, knowing how it can change someones life. Today was a great day to spend relaxing by the pool and enjoying some down time! I hope you all had a great day and remembered to bless someone with your kind words.

Enjoy Every Moment,
Leann
"Sunshine"

Day 28

Wow what a beautiful Kansas day! I just finished a nice long bike ride and than came in to cool off and sent my card for today. It is a honor to be able to let others know how I feel about them and what they do in such a easy but meaningful way. I know some of you think I'm crazy, but my passion is kindness and I'm not giving up! A simple card could save someones life, save them from doing a destructive behavior, resolve hurt feelings, bring a smile to a face that hasn't smiled in days, the list could go on and on. So seriously lets "Be the Cause of Something Good Today"!

Some Call me Crazy Lady,
Leann
"Sunshine"

Day 27

Is everyone ready for the long weekend? Mine started at 4:30 today!! It is really nice to work 4 days every week! We are getting close to completing the 30 day challenge, only 3 more days! Can you imagine what a difference we have made over this last month? I have heard from some of my card recipients on how much the card I sent meant to them. This always makes me feel really good! Have you heard from anyone? I don't except to hear from anyone, but it is nice to hear how they felt when they received my card. The lucky recipient today was a friend of mine that is involved in a great cause to help stop child abuse. She volunteers a lot of her personal time to make a difference in our community. So I thanked her today for her commitment to the cause that she is very passionate about. We all make a difference in the world, whether it be positive or negative. I strive for positive everyday!

Enjoy Every Moment,
Leann
"Sunshine"

Day 26

Today was Birthday card day, which is fun but challenging! I have the hardest time picking out the perfect one, which is why I love my Send Out Cards system. I can design one with fun personal pictures and the recipient loves it! Or I use my dog Dexter as the main character of the card and make it is from him. The system allows my creative side to come out and play!! Well I hope everyone had a great day and enjoyed sending their card today.

Enjoy Every Moment,
Leann
"Sunshine"

Day 25

Life is feeling a little overwhelming today, so thank God I have a positive outlet!! Sending a greeting card is very therapeutic for me and gives me an opportunity to focus on the good in the world. It is usually all it takes to shift my focus back to something positive and continue with my life and what needs to get done for the day. The challenge is almost complete, but like I said a few days ago I'm going to continue. So if you would like to join me, just let me know so we can encourage each other and make a difference in our world!

Enjoy Every Moment,
Leann
"Sunshine"

Day 24

All I can say is another amazing day with amazing opportunity to bless those in my life! Thank you everyone for the what you bring to the Universe! The world needs all of us to step up the the plate and at least swing the bat in this game we call life!!

With much Gratitude,
Leann
"Sunshine"

Day 23

I had a great Sunday! Started off with a great message at Unity Church and continued on from that. I was reminded today that the most important thing for all of us to do is live out our purpose, no matter how "big" or "small" it may seem. There really is no big or small only labels we attach to things. So if sending a card seems small to you, it is really big to me! Sending a card everyday is part of me living out my true purpose, because I know without a doubt it can make a "big" difference in someones life!

Happy Sending!
Leann
"Sunshine"

Day 22

Can you believe it, 22 days down! I hope everyone has been sending out their heartfelt cards. Today was a great day here in Wichita KS, the sun blessed us for most of the day! The wind came with it, but that is ok. Went to the Farmers Market, Target, checked out Anytime Fitness, walked the dogs, cleaned the kitchen, send out my card, took a nap, and now I think I will figure out what's for dinner! Hope all is well in your life and enjoy the day!

Leann
"Sunshine"

Day 21

Can you believe it, we hit the magically day! It should be a habit now! This challenge has been very good for me and creating discipline that was somewhat lacking in my life. Today I sent a long over due card to my dad's girlfriend. I miss my mother dearly, but I'm so happy for my dad to have someone in his life. They seem to be very happy and that's all that matters!

Today was a beautiful day in so many ways and I'm so grateful!
Leann
"Sunshine"

Day 20

One more day and we will hit the crucial 21st day, which the experts say after 21 days you create a habit. So do you feel like it has become habit to send your greeting card? I believe for myself it is definitely a habit now! The results of this challenge have been amazing! I hope you are experiencing the same! Well it is late and I'm tired, so that's all for now.

Enjoy Life,
Leann
"Sunshine"

Day 19

Hey everyone, hope you all had a great day! Today I sent out 3 cards, a hang in there, a miss talking to you, and a sympathy. So emotions today were kind of all over the place. I'm so thankful I have a way to express myself in the form of a card, so I don't bottle everything up and then just explode one day. I'm sure my husband appreciates that I have an outlet! Well keeping it short today, need to clean kitchen and read my book.

Loving Life,
Leann
"Sunshine"

Day 18

Today was just a fabulous day! Reading a great book, had a great day at work, great conversation with my son in DC and just an overall great day! So to make this day complete I sent my card to my son in DC. Well actually I made the card from our dog Dexter, Todd should really enjoy this one! I love to tap into my creative side every now and then to see what I can find! Let the creative juices flow today with the card you send. Keep it fun and keep the ripple of kindness going strong!

Lots of Love,
Leann
"Sunshine"

Day 17

Another cloudy day here in Wichita, but I'm not letting it get me down. My life is so blessed why would I let a few clouds ruin my day! Especially since my happiness comes from an internal source not external. Sent my card today to a friend that I haven't talked to in a very long time. I hope she enjoys it! Everyone have a very blessed day and enjoy it no matter what you are doing!

Be Happy!
Leann
"Sunshine"

Day 16

Do you ever think you just don't have anyone to send a card to? Well just stop and think for a moment and ask yourself, who is going the extra mile at work, who at church stepped up and took over an activity, who was kind to you today, who is hurting, who do you need to thank, who has been a mentor to you, who is lonely, and the list really could go on and on. So If you don't think you have anyone to send a card to please think again. Everyone needs this simple act of kindness. We never know what someone is going through. We may think their life is great and really on the inside they are hurting and may have mental or physical pain. No matter what the outside circumstance may be revealing everyone needs to be loved! Thank you all again for joining me in this challenge! I'm so grateful to have such wonderful people in my life. The kind words of my family, friends and church have pulled me through some difficult times. Besides telling everyone thank you, I want to continue their kindness by paying it forward!

Enjoy Every Moment,
Leann
"Sunshine"

Day 15

Ok, everyone we are half way done!! Time flies when you are having fun! Today I sent a card to my massage therapist, she does an amazing job! I just realized that I have never sent her a thank you card for her work, so I took care of that!

Let's keep sending out the kind words and know that we are changing the world! I'm not sure if I have said this already but I'm going to extend the challenge for myself to 365 days! If anyone would like to join me let me know! Having to much fun to quit.

Enjoy Every Moment,
Leann
"Sunshine"

Day 14

I'm getting such positive feedback from the challenge,it just makes my day! Today I sent a card & a gift to a friend who just made a decision to make a career change. I know for her it will prove to be a good move and she will experience great success. Really I know that same fact for everyone who believes it for themselves!! Success can be had by anyone no matter what the outside circumstances look like today! Remember the story of your mind becomes the story of your life. This is a quote taken from the wonderful CEO of Send Out Cards, Kody Batman!! Wonderful man and an amazing company!!

Enjoy Every Moment,
Leann
"Sunshine"

Day 13

Today I sent my card to amazing lady! She is in her eighties and she is still teaching 12 water aerobic classes a week!! Her energy and dedication to her clients totally amazes me! She is my inspiration and probably doesn't even know it. Who inspires or motivates you? Have you told them how much it means to you? If not, today is the perfect day to do so! Remember always do what you can today!

Enjoy Every Moment,
Leann
"Sunshine"

Day 12

Today is an amazing day! I hope you all agree with me on this one! Today I sent my card to a friend here in town that I haven't talked to in a few months. I miss her and have good intentions of staying in touch but it just hasn't happened. Life just seems to zoom by! No excuses just need more hours in the day!

Along with sending a card today, my goal is to do everything with love, rather it be the dishes, talking to a friend, working with a client, sending a card or whatever the task may be. Love sweet love!

Leann
"Sunshine"

Day 11

Have you decided who you are going to bless today with your kind words?! It only takes a few minutes to do, but it creates an amazing ripple effect! Wouldn't you agree with me that the world really needs all of us right now to step up to the plate and take kind action everyday! Especially on the days we really don't feel like being kind. "Act even when you don't feel like it" is one of the most important actions of a successful person. So ask yourself do you want to be successful in whatever it is you desire or do you just to sit back and wait for something good to happen "to" you. I am taking kind action today and every day, I want to be part of the solution to make the world a better place. I hope you all will join me!

May your day be blessed with kind actions...given and received!

Leann
"Sunshine"

Day 10

Wow, we are 1/3 of the way already!! I hope you are enjoying yourself! I have received two cards already, which is always fun!! Today I received a Thank You phone call from a card I sent out last week. Sending out kind words really does make the recipient's day brighter and the senders! Today I sent my card to my son in D.C.. I know we talk almost daily via Face Book, but I wanted him to have something he can sit on his desk that reminded him of home! Tomorrow I might have to send several to get everyone that is currently on my list. I'm so grateful to have found the power of a greeting card! This may sound crazy but it has changed my life!

Enjoy Every Moment,
Leann
"Sunshine"

Day 9- Happy Mothers Day!

Happy Mother's Day to all the mothers out there and to the ones who are no longer physically with us. I received a lovely card from my hubby for Mothers day, Ty is cooking me brownies as I type and Todd just called from D.C. I'm so grateful for all the love they showed me today and always! Love really is the best gift we could ever give anyone!

Today I'm sending a card to a dear friend that I had lost touch with for many years. We recently reconnected on Face Book! I look forward to learning what she has been up to over the last several years. I believe we have been brought together at the perfect time to help each other grow spiritually and realize our true potential.

Thank You Universe for another day to celebrate life!

Leann
"Sunshine"

Day 8

Wow it is day 8 already of the challenge!! I can't believe it! My list of folks to send cards to is getting longer instead of shorter! If you need any help thinking of people to send to, let me know and I can help you create a list. I received a card from my wonderful hubby yesterday, it was very sweet! I think he is having a great time with this challenge!

Kindness reaps kindness which creates happiness which creates health & well being!! I choose to practice kindness as my daily medicine!! How about you? Let's heal ourselves and change the world as we know it!!

Much Love,
Leann
"Sunshine"

Day 7

It's Friday!! Today was tough finding just the right words to write on the card. Does anyone else struggle with this? I wanted to say something that would inspire the young man, but not give to much attention to his situation. Hopefully I found the right balance! I was crying as I wrote the card knowing and praying all is well even if by appearances it is not evident. Today is just an emotional day for me I guess. My younger son just left and will be gone for 5 months. So I will just let the tears flow and then go on with my day.

Be thinking about who you will bless tomorrow!

Enjoy Every Moment,
Leann
"Sunshine"

Day 6

Just finished sending another Thank you card, my favorite type of card to send!! I'm blessed to have such great people in my life and I'm committed to letting them know! What is your favorite card to send?

Last night I had a chat with my hubby to remind him of people in his life he could send a card to. I think we came up with a list of 10 in a matter of seconds!! So I encourage to take a few minutes today and ask youself who do you need to bless today with your card? I bet you come up with at least 10, which means you have the next 9 days covered!! I know from experience that a card can make a difference in someone's life!!

Enjoy Every Moment,
Leann
"Sunshine"

Day 5

Hey everyone I hope you are on track with sending your card for today and the previous 4 days. If you have missed a day it is ok, just send 2 on another day. The point is to bless someone's day with kind, heartfelt words that shows up in the form of a greeting card in the mailbox. Today I sent a card to a new friend that has offer tons of support to me over the last several months. I know for myself it is my friends that keep me smiling when I don't really feel like it. Yes, God is a very good friend of mine!! My youngest son leaves tomorrow for D.C. and will be gone for almost 5 months. I will miss him dearly, but will bless him with lots of cards while he is away! Our children grow up so quickly, please remember to take the time to tell them how much you love them and enjoy every possible moment with them! The world really needs us to express our love and not hold it back!

Enjoy Every Moment,
Leann
"Sunshine"

Day 4

Wow, this is so much fun! I really hope everyone is enjoying sending out positive messages as much as I am! If you mailed your first card on Saturday it should arrive at the recipients house by today! I bet they will be surprised when they go to their mailbox and have something other than junk mail & bills! Let the ripple begin! For myself I just might turn this challenge into a year long one, I will keep you posted! If anyone thinks it is too late to join the challenge, its not; just jump in on any day this month and send a card everyday from that point. The more the merrier!

Happy Sending!
Leann
"Sunshine"

Day 3 and it's Monday!

Wow this has been so much fun already! After 2 days folks are already talking about how good this is feeling to send a greeting card! Did you know there was such power in a greeting card? Today I have a list of 6 cards that I would like to send! This challenge has already taught me that there are many people in my life that I believe could use a thank you, a how are you doing, a "your amazing", I'm thinking of you or a message that you can't seem to speak but you can put it on paper! Let's see how many lives we can bless today!

Have an amazing day and remember "Be the Cause of Something Good Today"

Leann
"Sunshine"

Day 2- You can do it!

I know it is Sunday and you can't actually mail the card, but you can still write it and get it ready. Today I will be sending a Thank You card, to someone that has helped me out many times over the last 22 years. It feels good to write the card, taking the time to honor what someone has done for me. People may not know how they have impacted your life, unless you tell them. You may make their day by this act, which in turn will make the day of someone else and so on!! It may be the one thing that they needed to just get through the day, we may never know, but I'm going to do it anyways! I hope everyone is enjoying the challenge and will continue with me until May 30th. Keep it simple and enjoy the process.

Love & Light & Gratitude,
Leann
"Sunshine"

Let it Begin- Day 1

Alright everyone this is day one!! Have you sent your card, thought about who you going to send it to or are you still in your PJ's drinking your coffee?! My goal with this challenge is to encourage everyone to look outside of themselves and bless the life of someone else. This is a simple but powerful way to create positive energy! I just sent my card to my very good friend parents. I really enjoyed the process of designing the card and writing the message, I hope they enjoy it also! My husband is still working on getting his card to his mother perfect! He is using the Send Out Card system for the first time! I'm so proud of him for taking on this challenge, it really is a miracle in my eyes! I bet he gets a few phone calls asking him if everything is alright! Well you all have a great day and happy sending!

Many Blessings,
Leann
"Sunshine"