win a necklace from Island Cowgirl Jewelry
March 21, 2008 by Chloe Findlay-Harder
Filed under Accessories
I’ve got some exciting news for everyone… not only did Island Cowgirl Jewelry offer a discount for you lovely readers, but they’re also giving away one of their very cool sterling silver Peace necklaces!
You lucky girls!
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Here are the rules:
- I’m sorry to all of my international readers – but you’ve got to live in the continental USA to enter.
- You’ve got to use a real email address to enter, don’t worry – it won’t be published… but I need to be able to contact you!
- To enter, leave a comment on this post explaining what you’re doing to make the world a more peaceful place. It doesn’t have to be anything big – it can be something like saying “thank you” to a cashier at the grocery store. Be creative!
- The contest will run from March 21st, through until April 22nd. On April 23rd, I’ll do a random draw from the qualifying entries to determine the winner.
- The winner will be announced on the blog on April 23rd and will have three days to contact me to claim their necklace.
Good luck everyone!
I’m making the world more peaceful by being peaceful myself and never judging others.
I try to make others feel special by a kind word, a smile or a touch.
actually listening to people it cuts down on problems and misunderstandings
A very simple thing could change ppl, look at everyone and say Hello!
I open the inner door and let the cats sun themselves, at the glass outer door. They never fail in getting a smile from everyone walking by.
HI, My name is Diane Meyer. I live at (edited). OOPS, sorry got carried away there for a moment. I try not to judge people, I hate absolutely no one in this entire world! I have some love for everyone. Even if I am not too fond of them, I still have some love for them. We, the whole world and everyone in it, need LOVE to survive and grow. Diane(Grandma591, or just Grandma) God Bless!
I educate myself on current issues and politicians’ stands on each. Then I campaign for the candidates who have the most peace oriented stance.
i keep the radio off in the car, it helps me relax during the horrendous rush hour traffic
The CPA firm that I work for gives all not for profit organizations a 25% discount.
try to help neighborhood kids get along with eachother.
I start at home with peace. I teach my boys the importance of treating others as they want to be treated. A smile never, never hurt anyone. Remember, it takes more muscles to frown than to smile.
Manners, just simple, sincere Thank you, You are welcome, It is my pleasure, giving smiles away. Opening and Holding a door open. Just simple manners.
My way of keeping peace on earth is by trying to go green and recycle as much as possible. It will be a better more peaceful place, if we all do our part to help.
I read submissions and submitted a poem to the anthology Nothing But Red, the profits from which go to Equality Now.
I just try to be nice to everyone
divorcing my ex husband has made the world more peacful
I always smile. It makes people more relaxed.
I struggle every day to try to be tolerant and take in everyone’s different points of view. It is not that easy.
I love the necklace. It looks like something I would have worn “back in the day.”
I do my best to live by the golden rule every day.
I’m teaching my kids-everyday about being kind to everyone. That love always wins.
Do my best to teach my kids peaceful ways of life
I am trying to stop complaining.
I just try to at least do little things, I always hold the door for the person behind me; if I see a mom with kids I try to get the door for them; saying thank you at stores & when driving if someone lets me over, etc. Just little things like that. I also try to teach my kids to have respect for people & the earth to help insure that the world stays a somewhat peaceful place.
I make a monthly donation to Feed The Children -United States, because no child in the USA should go hungry!!
I have always been my family’s “peacekeeper” and it’s taught me patience and to try always to see the other parties part of view.
I try to keep my temper.
staying home and out of the fray
I am going to school to become an occupational therapist so i can help others live a meaningful and satisfying life. i want to make the world a better place and i think by helping out an one individual at a time is worth every penny!
SMILE and enjoy!!!
Love makes the world go round!
I love the Live True necklace.
I;m trying to teach my kids to be gentle with each other and everyone they come into contact with.
Volunteering when I can at old folks homes, animal shelters etc…
I try to listen completely before speaking….
I volunteer for an organization that sponsors transnational adoption. Bringing families together helps to connect disparate nations.
My husband, kids and I focus on:
- Don’t sweat the small stuff.
- Put others before yourself.
- Pray for one another.
- People are more important than things.
- Love always.
I make peace by not yelling at the 4 crazy kids who are my siblings!
I am trying to teach my children love and acceptance of others.
I try to remember to always be thankful & thoughtful & teach my children to be as well.
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I try to always smile at people, using the Golden Rule and following the example of Christ!
I’m trying to control my very quick temper.
I smile more often and to everyone
makes people feel better.
I have always believe in random acts of kindness. I have followed that philosophy all my life and believe now more than ever we as a united country must live this way!
I read so that I will understand more. I think that peace comes from understanding.
I treat people the way I would like to be treated and teach my daughter to do the same.
I put my kids first. EVEN now that they are teenagers. They are our future and I teach them to be tolerant, compassionate, caring human beings. Family first. That is my peace.
My goal is to raise my son to be forgiving and thankful for those around him.
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I do not discuss my religion with anyone outside of my church. I truly feel all wars are based on one’s religious beliefs.
we save dogs from the shelter
Jesus Christ is the Prince of Peace so I spread God’s love and who He is! Love to smile at people and let them know God DOES love them!
It is amazing how listening to the people can be rewarding and helpful. Another thing is reading books. If people would read and listen more!!!!