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Give From Your Heart & Let's Catch Up

Hello CCM Faithful,  I know it's been quite some time since I checked in and for that I apologize.  It's not uncommon for many of us to take on more responsibilities than we actually have time to accommodate without something being neglected. Though I haven't posted in way too long, you all have been on my mind constantly.  We'll catch up soon with a few of the subjects and some photos from the material I've been collecting for you.  In the meantime, here's a personal challenge:  Try doing something kind for someone you don't know today without getting anything back. If they offer anything more than appreciation (thanks), please refuse. It can be as simple as a kind word, a cup of coffee, or maybe listening to someone in need. Whatever you choose, let it be something you genuinely WANT to do or give.  Then, tell us how it goes for you. Did you find it difficult to engage with someone you don't know? Did the person/people show gratitude? How did doi...

Why Should You Care?

This is the inaugural post of the Common Cents and Moderation (CCM) blog. Why should you care?  Essentially, the idea here is to use this forum as an opportunity to discuss ways to improve everyday life by conserving time, energy and resources through the use of simplified processes.  The use of the term common cents goes beyond a play on words. It means using each individual's natural strengths and abilities to moderate one's life in a way it creates better life capital, revenue, or currency. Regardless of phrasing, it means making your life count for what you value each day.  Now that may sound convoluted or philosophical, but I assure you, this blog is meant to give each person an opportunity to share simple ways to save and conserve money, time, energy, effort, resources, life, or anything you can think of that is worth saving.  When we avoid waste, we can redistribute our energies and resources to be of more value to ourselves, others and the world.  I...