A good life is not lived by chance, but by choice!
This is a week of goodness. I will be speaking to three schools. There is nothing more rewarding than talking to the next generation of possble lawyers, doctors, and presidents. The children motivate me to be better and do more.
I have to get my five dollars ready ( that's the amount I won on Deal or No Deal) it will be interesting to see the childrens faces.
Tuesday, December 16, 2008
Monday, December 15, 2008
You have the power! Use it.
"You are never given a wish without also being given the power to make it come true."
- Richard Bach
The Giving Movement was a dream two years ago. A dream that kept me awake morning, noon and night. It was sparked by my parents, grandmother and my husband. Then this lady named Oprah started Mega giving and I wanted to be an impact on my world like she has done on this world.
There are numerous nights of tears and fears and voices. I read a quote that said she listened to her heart above all the voices and I found the power inside of me. To God be the glory.
I live my passion daily. It isn't easy but it sure is rewarding! Everyday my arms and my sons arms are stretched out to provide food and even a hug to anyone that enters Minnie's Food Pantry.
What are you doing with your arms? You have the power too ( just wanted to remind you, make a difference,be the flame.
- Richard Bach
The Giving Movement was a dream two years ago. A dream that kept me awake morning, noon and night. It was sparked by my parents, grandmother and my husband. Then this lady named Oprah started Mega giving and I wanted to be an impact on my world like she has done on this world.
There are numerous nights of tears and fears and voices. I read a quote that said she listened to her heart above all the voices and I found the power inside of me. To God be the glory.
I live my passion daily. It isn't easy but it sure is rewarding! Everyday my arms and my sons arms are stretched out to provide food and even a hug to anyone that enters Minnie's Food Pantry.
What are you doing with your arms? You have the power too ( just wanted to remind you, make a difference,be the flame.
Sunday, December 14, 2008
Achieve everyday
I made a promise that beginning next year I would begin to journal everyday and then I thought why not start now.
Everyday gives us the opportunity to achieve everyday and start over. Whatever we failed to do yesterday and perhaps are regretting that we didn't do, we have the opportunity to achieve today. Achieve everything, everyone thought you couldn't. The photo above is my son RJ taking boxes of food to feed the hungry. What will you give today to make you feel proud?
Action Jackson
Friday, December 12, 2008
Thursday, December 11, 2008
America's hidden hungry | SocialistWorker.org
I was quoted in a recent article on the Socialist worker.org talking about hunger. Unfortunately, I have opened a facility that won't ever go out of business unless we get together and fight this beast and to that I say we can end and stop hunger. Yes, we can. Read the article below. All we have to do is Take Action Now. 
Tuesday, December 9, 2008
A change is coming, Yes we can.
When I heard Seal sing this song, I had to share it with you. Regardless of who you are and where you are in life, remember that everyday brings an opportunity for change. I am so blessed to see the changes in my life. I am thrilled to be right where I am right now. We fed over 2000 people and the number is rising everyday. Enjoy the song and Take Action with your life.
Friday, December 5, 2008
Earl W. Stafford gives/donates $1 million for the People's Inaugural Project
Earl Stafford is GIVING hundres of people the chance of a lifetime. This man knows that investing in people will give you the best return. I nominate, Earl Stafford as the Giving Movement's Giver of the week. Congratulations to Earl Stafford for using his life to make a difference. Who knows maybe I will meet him.
Here is the article that appeared in CNN regarding Earl Stafford and his 1 million dollar donation. How amazing is he? One day I will be able to do the same thing.
Until then, tomorrow I will feed 800 families and I will be excited about it.
Source CNN:
Virginia businessman Earl Stafford has spent $1 million to give hundreds of poverty-stricken and terminally ill Americans, along with wounded men and women in uniform, an inauguration experience that won't cost them anything.
Stafford's event is one of the splashiest inauguration packages out there. It includes high-end hotel rooms and luxury suites, food and drinks, a heated viewing spot right above the parade route, even gowns and tuxedos to wear to celebratory balls and a beautician to help attendees get ready.
Hours after the election, Stafford, a 60-year-old businessman and son of a Baptist minister, invested in what the JW Marriott billed as its $1 million "build-your-own-ball" inaugural hotel package.
His family's nonprofit foundation, the Stafford Foundation, is footing the bill for what it is calling the People's Inaugural Project, but it is also hoping to get money from sponsors.
Stafford said Thursday that he hopes the balcony terrace is filled "with those who are disadvantaged, those who are distressed, mingling with those who aren't so. And we hope to see on their faces a sense of excitement."
"I was inspired to do this by the Lord. ... It's not about us but about us helping other people," he said.
At least third of the tickets to the event will go toward people who are needy or underprivileged, and the rest of those participating could be people from sponsoring foundations, companies or volunteers.
Everything, he said, will be taken care of: transportation, evening gowns and tuxedos for the ball.
He hopes that providing a front row seat to history will inspire those invited to do good things in their communities.
Stafford said he began thinking about the project in March. He voted for Barack Obama, and records show he contributed $4,600 to the Democrat's campaign, according to the Post.
Stafford, a retired Air Force officer, noted that he does not agree with all of Obama's positions. But, he told the paper, he decided the inauguration would be "a transition in history, if you will ... and everyone should be included."
Here is the article that appeared in CNN regarding Earl Stafford and his 1 million dollar donation. How amazing is he? One day I will be able to do the same thing.
Until then, tomorrow I will feed 800 families and I will be excited about it.
Source CNN:
Virginia businessman Earl Stafford has spent $1 million to give hundreds of poverty-stricken and terminally ill Americans, along with wounded men and women in uniform, an inauguration experience that won't cost them anything.
Stafford's event is one of the splashiest inauguration packages out there. It includes high-end hotel rooms and luxury suites, food and drinks, a heated viewing spot right above the parade route, even gowns and tuxedos to wear to celebratory balls and a beautician to help attendees get ready.
Hours after the election, Stafford, a 60-year-old businessman and son of a Baptist minister, invested in what the JW Marriott billed as its $1 million "build-your-own-ball" inaugural hotel package.
His family's nonprofit foundation, the Stafford Foundation, is footing the bill for what it is calling the People's Inaugural Project, but it is also hoping to get money from sponsors.
Stafford said Thursday that he hopes the balcony terrace is filled "with those who are disadvantaged, those who are distressed, mingling with those who aren't so. And we hope to see on their faces a sense of excitement."
"I was inspired to do this by the Lord. ... It's not about us but about us helping other people," he said.
At least third of the tickets to the event will go toward people who are needy or underprivileged, and the rest of those participating could be people from sponsoring foundations, companies or volunteers.
Everything, he said, will be taken care of: transportation, evening gowns and tuxedos for the ball.
He hopes that providing a front row seat to history will inspire those invited to do good things in their communities.
Stafford said he began thinking about the project in March. He voted for Barack Obama, and records show he contributed $4,600 to the Democrat's campaign, according to the Post.
Stafford, a retired Air Force officer, noted that he does not agree with all of Obama's positions. But, he told the paper, he decided the inauguration would be "a transition in history, if you will ... and everyone should be included."
Thursday, December 4, 2008
Making a Living thru Giving - What if
I read the quote "Making a Living thru Giving" on an email that I received from Tish today. I loved it so much I thought I would use it too.
Don't you love this season? Everywhere I go I see happy people smiling, opening doors and I hear laughter in the air. I stopped and begin to imagine the what if's. Today I appeared on Good Morning Texas and after that I was the keynote speaker at the annual Allen Chamber W.I.S.E womens expo.
What if I had never met Gary Cogill. What if he would not have asked me to audition for GMT? Where would I be today?
What if I had never met a beautiful lady named Lauri at Viewpoint Bank, what if she had not told Anne at the chamber my name? I am sure that I wouldn't have had the opportunity to meet the most powerful entrepenuers in Allen, Texas today.
Life is full of what if's. Your life depends on the what if's that you will do today.
My webmaster is one of the smartest men that I know. I met him because he lost his job and I offered him a hand up by giving him food from our pantry. After he got back on his feet, he called me and offered me his services. Do you like my website? What I like is that he didn't forget the person that helped him, I had no idea of his talents.
Some people watch it happen. some people ask what happened, and some people Make it Happen- which one are you? What would you receive if you received everything that you have given. The photo you see are from Generous strangers that appeared at our pantry and gave us food to help feed the hungry. What if your photo was here
When you learn, teach- When you get, GIVE.
Don't let giving be a season. Let it happen everyday!
Action Jackson
Tuesday, November 25, 2008
Monday, November 17, 2008
YES WE CAN! Cheryl Jackson interviewed by Megan K. Scott Read the article below
Over the last year we heard millions of people repeat the chant that President elect Barack Obama said in every state "Yes We Can"! The chant was echoed in every state in the country.
As President of Minnie's Food Pantry, I am pleased to announce our new campaign. YES we CAN ( with cans of corn, meat, and fruit) end hunger in our country. It begins with each one of us. I challenge you to find a food bank in your community and donate at least one CAN of non-perishable food to their shelves. The need is great but together we CAN and will make a difference.
Please read the article by Megan Scott and in the words of Mother Teresa " If you can't feed 100 people, then feed just one." I'm smiling in the photo because Frito Lay and it's employees donated food to put on the shelves of Minnie's Pantry behind me. That means I can make it one more month! 
Food banks brace for a long winter - MSNBC Wire Services- msnbc.com
Thursday, November 13, 2008
You get what you give! Thanks Frito Lay 23 baskets and all systems GO
I'm not sure where to begin this story. It started a few days ago when Laura called me to ask about Minnie's Food Pantry and if we needed help. I pictured the empty shelves at the pantry and I said YES! I HAD NO IDEA what would happen today.
The Frito Lay team came to the Pantry and where do I begin? They embraced my vision as though they had started the Giving Movement. They immediately broke into teams. You can't imagine what it felt like to have 25 of the most skilled, educated people in your organization offering help and advice. It was incredible.
Moments that I remember:
The F250 truck that tiny Heather had to park as she pulled up smiling and the team anxiously awaiting her arrival.
The hugs that I received from all of the muscle bound men of Frito Lay (smile)and how they didn't mind picking up and emptying boxes after boxes.
Laura- telling me to breathe -- don'tdo the ugly cry she said- just breathe and enjoy the moment (I will upload pictures later so you can determine if I was successful)
Pam- taking the bull by the horns and organizing teams that put together the thanksgiving dinners that we will be serving this Saturday at 1:00 and how her team came together and acheived every task that I sat before them ( AMAZING)
Annette- who kept pinching me to make sure I wasn't dreaming and for giving me a reason to want to do even more
Wyn- How ironic that a young student who thought of how to protect the integrity of our program was actually a Frito Lay employees son ( how proud he must be of him)
Gosh Suzanne- who is coming back to the pantry Saturday and is bringing teddy bears for all the children that we will serve - I AM SOOO PUMPED
I am also sleepy really I am sleep typing FYI--You know you are spending alot of money in the grocery store when they take your shoes and put them on top of the soda machine so you don't forget them.
What we do matters- and today Frito Lay ( Pam's team) Did something that will matter to over 5,000 people.
The Giving Movement -- Let's live it and breathe it
I will upload photos and video tomorrow I promise.
The Frito Lay team came to the Pantry and where do I begin? They embraced my vision as though they had started the Giving Movement. They immediately broke into teams. You can't imagine what it felt like to have 25 of the most skilled, educated people in your organization offering help and advice. It was incredible.
Moments that I remember:
The F250 truck that tiny Heather had to park as she pulled up smiling and the team anxiously awaiting her arrival.
The hugs that I received from all of the muscle bound men of Frito Lay (smile)and how they didn't mind picking up and emptying boxes after boxes.
Laura- telling me to breathe -- don'tdo the ugly cry she said- just breathe and enjoy the moment (I will upload pictures later so you can determine if I was successful)
Pam- taking the bull by the horns and organizing teams that put together the thanksgiving dinners that we will be serving this Saturday at 1:00 and how her team came together and acheived every task that I sat before them ( AMAZING)
Annette- who kept pinching me to make sure I wasn't dreaming and for giving me a reason to want to do even more
Wyn- How ironic that a young student who thought of how to protect the integrity of our program was actually a Frito Lay employees son ( how proud he must be of him)
Gosh Suzanne- who is coming back to the pantry Saturday and is bringing teddy bears for all the children that we will serve - I AM SOOO PUMPED
I am also sleepy really I am sleep typing FYI--You know you are spending alot of money in the grocery store when they take your shoes and put them on top of the soda machine so you don't forget them.
What we do matters- and today Frito Lay ( Pam's team) Did something that will matter to over 5,000 people.
The Giving Movement -- Let's live it and breathe it
I will upload photos and video tomorrow I promise.
Sunday, November 9, 2008
Dallas Rocks with Russell Simmons Charity Gala
This weekend was incredible! I had the opportunit to interview Stars that shine right in Dallas Texas. Not because they are on Dancing with the Stars but because they give and make peoples eyes light up. The one and only Russell Simmons brought Dallas Rocks to our city and the red carpet was filled with people to honor the one and only Magic Johnson for his life of philanthropy.
Emmitt and Pat Smith were the co-chairs and Pat Smith was radiant as ever. Ray Crockett and his wife also chaired the event. I never dreamed I would be sitting at the table with the most prominent stars in the world, but I was there. I read something by Pat Reinke that sums up the evening and I want to share it with you its called BOLDY BE-
Whatever it is in you to be, whatever you love is your fire.
Ignite it, Trust it; it is a gift born of your spirit.
Be it in words, dance, colors, or a song...
Have ABSOLUTE faith in what you have been given; chase it, no matter how elusive;
Be it...however challenging; PURSUE it without pause;
seek to .... BOLDLY BE watever is in your heart to BE.
I have always wanted to be a philanthropist and a reporter. I have no college education but I have a heart and a spirit to connect with people. Friday night, I decided to be a reporter and I was. I had the opportunity to look into the eyes of the worlds idea of a superstar and I experienced what it must BE like to donate millions of dollars to charities. One day, very soon, I will BE one of those kinds of philanthropist.
I challenge you today to BE what others believe you can not become.
Cheryl "Action" Jackson
Emmitt and Pat Smith were the co-chairs and Pat Smith was radiant as ever. Ray Crockett and his wife also chaired the event. I never dreamed I would be sitting at the table with the most prominent stars in the world, but I was there. I read something by Pat Reinke that sums up the evening and I want to share it with you its called BOLDY BE-
Whatever it is in you to be, whatever you love is your fire.
Ignite it, Trust it; it is a gift born of your spirit.
Be it in words, dance, colors, or a song...
Have ABSOLUTE faith in what you have been given; chase it, no matter how elusive;
Be it...however challenging; PURSUE it without pause;
seek to .... BOLDLY BE watever is in your heart to BE.
I have always wanted to be a philanthropist and a reporter. I have no college education but I have a heart and a spirit to connect with people. Friday night, I decided to be a reporter and I was. I had the opportunity to look into the eyes of the worlds idea of a superstar and I experienced what it must BE like to donate millions of dollars to charities. One day, very soon, I will BE one of those kinds of philanthropist.
I challenge you today to BE what others believe you can not become.
Cheryl "Action" Jackson
Tuesday, September 23, 2008
Our daily bread
Imagine what a wonderful world it would be if everyone person received their share of our daily bread. Help Minnie's Food Pantry distribute food to the needy. We are here to serve anyone in need. As we prepare for the hiliday giveaway if you or someone you know will need food for the holidays please email esimon@thegivingmovement.org
Thank you.
Oh Happy Day!
Mayor Pat Evans is sooo cool. She issued a proclamation to proclaim my birthday August 26th as a holiday. How cool is that? We had alot of fun that day and we celebrated the opening of our Food Pantry.
Grand Opening Minnies Food Pantry
They say a picture is worth a thousand words. On my 40th birthday I opened my dream, Minnies food Pantry to honor my mother and to feed hungry people in the community.
There was a huge party with Mayor Pat Evans proclaiming August 26th as Cheryl Jackson Day and Minnies Food Pantry Day. It was unbelievable. There were representatives from WalMart, WAMU, BBBS, A1-Affordable, HALO, A live DJ and Channel 8 Good Morning Texas Broadcasted live from the pantry.
What a day!
What will you give?
The holidays are approaching, I always enjoy the change of seasons especially the fall. People get into the Giving Zone and they understand the importance of helping others.
As president of the Giving Movement ,I hope you will consider making a donation to our organization. We are in the business of feeding the hungry and clothing the needy. When I lay my head on my pillow each night I feel blessed to do the assignment that is required of me.
I am hosting a radio show on 990am from 6-9:00am and also appearing on Good Morning Texas. My mission is to shed light on people making a difference in the community. In the upcoming days, I will blog about the people I meet and how you can help their organization too.
It's the end of the day. We have received calls all day about companies hosting food drives. If ou are interested in joining our movement please email esimon@thegivingmovement.org.
Until tomorrow
Go Give.
As president of the Giving Movement ,I hope you will consider making a donation to our organization. We are in the business of feeding the hungry and clothing the needy. When I lay my head on my pillow each night I feel blessed to do the assignment that is required of me.
I am hosting a radio show on 990am from 6-9:00am and also appearing on Good Morning Texas. My mission is to shed light on people making a difference in the community. In the upcoming days, I will blog about the people I meet and how you can help their organization too.
It's the end of the day. We have received calls all day about companies hosting food drives. If ou are interested in joining our movement please email esimon@thegivingmovement.org.
Until tomorrow
Go Give.
Friday, September 19, 2008
Sunday, July 27, 2008
Free School Physical and School Supplies Giveaway
The economy isn't getting better and if we are in a position to help others, this is the time to do it. The Giving Movement and Dr. Amy Woods have partnered to host a back to school giveaway. 20 other vendors are also sponsoring the event. We will be giving away the following items.
• 1st 10 people get a FREE School Sports Physical
• 1st 10 people get a FREE 5 Min Chair Massage
• 1st Eye Wear is offering FREE Vision Checks
• FREE Bounce House
• FREE Backpack Safety Check
• FREE Insurance Quotes- State Farm
• FREE Water from Rain Fresh Water
• FREE school supplies while supplies last
and FREE smiles. Here is more information.
Saturday
Date: August 23, 2008
Time: 10:00 am to 1:00 pm
Location:
2301 W. Parker Road
Parking Lot
Plano, Texas 75023
Sponsors:
Wellness Solutions Chiropractic
The Giving Movement
Mary L. Harvey
Sisters of Savings
1st Eye Wear
Rain Fresh Water
Washington Mutual
Ann Dunham State Farm Agent
The school supplies and other items will be given away while supplies last.
If you need additional information call (214)736-1006.
• 1st 10 people get a FREE School Sports Physical
• 1st 10 people get a FREE 5 Min Chair Massage
• 1st Eye Wear is offering FREE Vision Checks
• FREE Bounce House
• FREE Backpack Safety Check
• FREE Insurance Quotes- State Farm
• FREE Water from Rain Fresh Water
• FREE school supplies while supplies last
and FREE smiles. Here is more information.
Saturday
Date: August 23, 2008
Time: 10:00 am to 1:00 pm
Location:
2301 W. Parker Road
Parking Lot
Plano, Texas 75023
Sponsors:
Wellness Solutions Chiropractic
The Giving Movement
Mary L. Harvey
Sisters of Savings
1st Eye Wear
Rain Fresh Water
Washington Mutual
Ann Dunham State Farm Agent
The school supplies and other items will be given away while supplies last.
If you need additional information call (214)736-1006.
Sunday, July 6, 2008
Sunday, May 4, 2008
An 8th grade student writes a song about me!! What an honor.. Introducing Cristian
Last month I had the opportunity to speak the children at AW Spence middle school. I was asked what would I speak about and I honestly could not tell the person. I believe that when you speak from the heart you make heart connections. So as I was talking I had the opportunity to look into the eyes of our next generation and to speak a word into their lives that would give them hope.
One young man definitely stood out from the rest. He was a true leader ( there are all types of leaders in this world). I knew he was a leader when he made his way upon the stage and asked if he could speak, the students went wild. His name was Cristian. I wasn't sure what he was going to say but when he took the microphone there was a hush in the auditorium. Every child wanted to hear him and the teachers stood in awe. As Cristian began to speak, he made me realize why I decided to GIVE my life and my time to The Giving Movement even though I do not receive a salary. I do this for FREE because of Cristian, River, and the other 1200 kids at this school. As Cristian spoke, tears streamed down the faces of his peers. Cristian apologized to his teachers for not being the ideal student and he apolized to his peers for the actions he had taken prior to that day. Cristian became a POSITIVE leader that day! The principal asked me to return to the school to motivate the children for their taks test and Cristian had a huge surprise for me.
I will be turning 40 this year and I wrote down the things I wanted to happen before and during that year.
I forgot to put that I wanted someone to write a song about me but my new friend Cristian took care of it! If an eighth grader wrote a song about what you what would they say. What have you done today, to make you feel proud? This was one of the proudest moments of my life!
Mrs. Jackson
One young man definitely stood out from the rest. He was a true leader ( there are all types of leaders in this world). I knew he was a leader when he made his way upon the stage and asked if he could speak, the students went wild. His name was Cristian. I wasn't sure what he was going to say but when he took the microphone there was a hush in the auditorium. Every child wanted to hear him and the teachers stood in awe. As Cristian began to speak, he made me realize why I decided to GIVE my life and my time to The Giving Movement even though I do not receive a salary. I do this for FREE because of Cristian, River, and the other 1200 kids at this school. As Cristian spoke, tears streamed down the faces of his peers. Cristian apologized to his teachers for not being the ideal student and he apolized to his peers for the actions he had taken prior to that day. Cristian became a POSITIVE leader that day! The principal asked me to return to the school to motivate the children for their taks test and Cristian had a huge surprise for me.
I will be turning 40 this year and I wrote down the things I wanted to happen before and during that year.
I forgot to put that I wanted someone to write a song about me but my new friend Cristian took care of it! If an eighth grader wrote a song about what you what would they say. What have you done today, to make you feel proud? This was one of the proudest moments of my life!
Mrs. Jackson
Friday, April 4, 2008
Givers
If Oprah can have the BigGive watch what happened when Cheryl speaks to the little givers. For years I have said that giving is a learned behavior. My parents taught it to me, I taught it to my children. When The Giving Movement entered this school, we were told that these children didn't have very much. What I learned in life is that if you can give someone hope, things change. (Mother says that means Having Only Positive Emotions). After my speech, the drama teacher took the microphone and said she believed and she had hope. She stated that in the 25 years at AW Spence they had never had a drama play produced by the school. Watch what happens when I asked the children do THEY believe. The school must raise $3000.00. Will you help them? I am going back to the school today to take another $150.00 from a garage sale I had over the weekend. What will you give? One child stood up to bring a dollar,the rest is history. The kids raised $600.00 in one day. They must raise $2400.00 by May 1st. Donate on the site to help the children. We will raise the money and the show will go on. Help me give these children more HOPE.
Skip the Starbucks for one day and donate at least Five dollars NOW ( my deal or no deal winnings). For kids sake, please help me, them. Join the Giving Movement.
Skip the Starbucks for one day and donate at least Five dollars NOW ( my deal or no deal winnings). For kids sake, please help me, them. Join the Giving Movement.
Wednesday, April 2, 2008
Tuesday, March 25, 2008
Cheryl Jackson speaks to students about giving
Last week I had the honor of speaking to a class at AW Spence school in Dallas,Texas. It just so happened that the principle was in the classroom and she invited me to come back to the school to speak all of the students.
On Friday, The Giving Movement will roll back up to the school and don't be surpised with what we will give to the students. I will have the honor of speaking to 1200 students. Since I will be talking about giving, living and mentorship please pray that I say something to impact just one person.
The photos will tell the story.
On Friday, The Giving Movement will roll back up to the school and don't be surpised with what we will give to the students. I will have the honor of speaking to 1200 students. Since I will be talking about giving, living and mentorship please pray that I say something to impact just one person.
The photos will tell the story.
Sunday, March 23, 2008
Oprah's Big Give..tonights episode
As I sit here watching the Big Give, I had to type my thoughts. Seven people were given 100,000 dollars to make a difference in Miami and I'm thinking how hard can this be. EVERY city has homeless shelters, battered centers and people in need. Every city has a east and west side. When giving is in your heart you KNOW what to do. If I was given 100k I wouldn't have to look far regardless of the city I was in. I would pay 10k toward a food pantry for food. I would pay the rent/mortgage for a single parent or tenants in a low income area. I would go to a bus stop and interview people and buy a car for the person that needed it the most. I would visit the battered womens shelter and spend $500.00 on them. I would have picked up the Miami newspaper and ripped stories straight from the newspaper to help people.
I just don't understand why people are having such a hard time with this challenge. I am amazed Now a lady is giving away flowers, wow. Go to a expensive restaurant and purchase meals for the rich people and challenge them to give back too. Oh my goodness, what an opportunity of a lifetime they received.
I hope they cherished that moment.
I just don't understand why people are having such a hard time with this challenge. I am amazed Now a lady is giving away flowers, wow. Go to a expensive restaurant and purchase meals for the rich people and challenge them to give back too. Oh my goodness, what an opportunity of a lifetime they received.
I hope they cherished that moment.
Saturday, March 22, 2008
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Tuesday, February 19, 2008
Dallas Mayor Tom Leppert
When you think of a Mayor you think of a stuff shirt individual that is all about politics and numbers but not this Mayor! He reminds me of John F. Kennedy, he is the nicest and warmest man that has a heart for the City of Dallas and its people.
He shared his dreams for the city and talked about his hero which was his mother. I will post the interview on the internet with him and of course we invted him to the BIG Give Red Carpet affair.
Calling all givers, will you be there. The list is quickly filling up and there will be no room for extras on the set.
What a fun evening we have planned.
Cheryl Jackson
Thursday, February 7, 2008
Oprah's Big Give Everything is Bigger in Texas- Join the Giving Movement
Have you ever been in a place where you didn't think you could go another step and then something happened? That's where I was this week. I experienced a roller coaster of emotions. Before I can perform the ribbon cutting for the Giving Boutique Retail Store on February 28th, I am preparing for the Big Givers Food Pantry two doors down all because of some BIG Givers who turned MY dream into a reality. See my previous post (YES, WE CAN)
So it is only befitting as founder of the Giving Movement that we join the Queen of Giving to celebrate her new show called "Oprah's Big Give".
How will we celebrate? I'm glad you asked. I called the owner of Studio Movie Grill and asked if they would GIVE us a theater on March 2nd for Free and donate FREE movie tickets to be given away during the commercials and on my Good News radio show. I waited a couple of days, said a little prayer and continued to work on the food pantry. Well, the phone rang and my new best friend,said "YES, we will do it". So what does this mean?
Save the date: Sunday, March 2nd at 7:30 I am calling all givers to the prestigous brand new one week old( you can still smell the fresh paint)prestigious Studio Movie Grill located at 11170 N Central Expressway, Dallas, Texas 75243 ( located in the NE corner)
Once you are seated in your comfortable individual leather chair that swivels, rolls, and tilts, servers will take your order like any restaurant. Your food will be brought to you inside the theater, usually before the movie starts, so you can enjoy your meal during the show. You will also be given a small coaster light. We don't want to disturb you during the BIG GIVE show, so the coaster light lets their staff know you want service. Your check will be dropped 40 minutes before the movie ends and you can pay out at your convenience.
THE SEATING IS LIMITED AND YOU MUST RSVP to: give@thegivingmovement.org Once you have done that you MUST receive a letter of confirmation from the Giving Movement.
If you want to start donating now you can click on the donate now butoon on the website. Any donation is appreciated and needed.
In order to enter the doors you must GIVE! Donate something to the Giving Movement's "BIG Giver's Food Pantry" We need diapers, wet wipes, tissue,toiletries and non-perishable items to stock the shelves and help people in the community. Bring the items and let's fill the truck!
This is a family event, teach your children the joy of giving. Hope you make the cut. See you at the show. This will be a weekend of giving! Join the movement.
So it is only befitting as founder of the Giving Movement that we join the Queen of Giving to celebrate her new show called "Oprah's Big Give".
How will we celebrate? I'm glad you asked. I called the owner of Studio Movie Grill and asked if they would GIVE us a theater on March 2nd for Free and donate FREE movie tickets to be given away during the commercials and on my Good News radio show. I waited a couple of days, said a little prayer and continued to work on the food pantry. Well, the phone rang and my new best friend,said "YES, we will do it". So what does this mean?
Save the date: Sunday, March 2nd at 7:30 I am calling all givers to the prestigous brand new one week old( you can still smell the fresh paint)prestigious Studio Movie Grill located at 11170 N Central Expressway, Dallas, Texas 75243 ( located in the NE corner)
Once you are seated in your comfortable individual leather chair that swivels, rolls, and tilts, servers will take your order like any restaurant. Your food will be brought to you inside the theater, usually before the movie starts, so you can enjoy your meal during the show. You will also be given a small coaster light. We don't want to disturb you during the BIG GIVE show, so the coaster light lets their staff know you want service. Your check will be dropped 40 minutes before the movie ends and you can pay out at your convenience.
THE SEATING IS LIMITED AND YOU MUST RSVP to: give@thegivingmovement.org Once you have done that you MUST receive a letter of confirmation from the Giving Movement.
If you want to start donating now you can click on the donate now butoon on the website. Any donation is appreciated and needed.
In order to enter the doors you must GIVE! Donate something to the Giving Movement's "BIG Giver's Food Pantry" We need diapers, wet wipes, tissue,toiletries and non-perishable items to stock the shelves and help people in the community. Bring the items and let's fill the truck!
This is a family event, teach your children the joy of giving. Hope you make the cut. See you at the show. This will be a weekend of giving! Join the movement.
Tuesday, February 5, 2008
Yes, We Can
I watched a video this morning from Presidential hopeful Barak Obama. In the video he showed many people coming together and the theme was Yes,we Can. I remembered receiving a phone call last month from a Dallas Morning News reporter who said he was looking for the number one Oprah fan to ask a question about her endorsement of Obama. I laughed when he said "they found that person to be me." So he began to ask questions. Questions like, "do I feel that Oprah was wrong to endorse Obama and will that make me vote for him because she did endorse him."
As president of a non-profit organization let me say that I am speaking on behalf of myself only and not this organization.
As I watched Obama's video, and I kept hearing the words YES,WE CAN be repeated over and over again something on the inside of me rose up.
Yesterday, was a long day. I went to Home Depot to ask for them to donate the material and labor supplies that were needed to complete the food pantry and they said I had to fill out a grant request which takes 6-8 weeks before I would get a request. It was like someone had blowed up a beautiful balloon and popped it in my face.
I frantically drove around searching, asking and seeking for donations and help. There is a scripture in the bible that said the harvest is ripe but the laborers are few. Of course, in my life things are always the opposite. I have 24 angels who want to do this project but according to their project guidelines, they can NOT use their own money. I have exhausted all my money. I can't afford to pay attention.
When you see and read about big organizations, you must understand that they started from somewhere small. I'm sure you heard of Larry Jones and Feed the Children(he will be on my radio show this Saturday). His goal was just to feed one child at a time. Oprah Winfrey with the Angel Network, well she's a different breed LOL. But Lady O went throught some things to get to where she is now. My point is they made it. So as I sit here with tears streaming down my face, getting ready to face another day, and I say to you YES, WE CAN.
You can achieve your dreams and so can I. YES, WE CAN. I was born to give. I was born to help others and like my mother said and I proudly quote "CJ, you can do anything you put your mind to" and to that I say, YES, I CAN.
I also told you I would be candid about my feelings and the truth of the matter is I am so tired. My mind, my body and my soul is aching. But I still press on. My son told me that he wanted to do what I did, in regards to speaking to the children in school's as a full time job. Can you imagine that? One day I hope to hire him. Oprah said it best, your passion is doing the things you want to do, even if you don't get paid to do it. Well, I am definitely living my passion.
As president of a non-profit organization let me say that I am speaking on behalf of myself only and not this organization.
As I watched Obama's video, and I kept hearing the words YES,WE CAN be repeated over and over again something on the inside of me rose up.
Yesterday, was a long day. I went to Home Depot to ask for them to donate the material and labor supplies that were needed to complete the food pantry and they said I had to fill out a grant request which takes 6-8 weeks before I would get a request. It was like someone had blowed up a beautiful balloon and popped it in my face.
I frantically drove around searching, asking and seeking for donations and help. There is a scripture in the bible that said the harvest is ripe but the laborers are few. Of course, in my life things are always the opposite. I have 24 angels who want to do this project but according to their project guidelines, they can NOT use their own money. I have exhausted all my money. I can't afford to pay attention.
When you see and read about big organizations, you must understand that they started from somewhere small. I'm sure you heard of Larry Jones and Feed the Children(he will be on my radio show this Saturday). His goal was just to feed one child at a time. Oprah Winfrey with the Angel Network, well she's a different breed LOL. But Lady O went throught some things to get to where she is now. My point is they made it. So as I sit here with tears streaming down my face, getting ready to face another day, and I say to you YES, WE CAN.
You can achieve your dreams and so can I. YES, WE CAN. I was born to give. I was born to help others and like my mother said and I proudly quote "CJ, you can do anything you put your mind to" and to that I say, YES, I CAN.
I also told you I would be candid about my feelings and the truth of the matter is I am so tired. My mind, my body and my soul is aching. But I still press on. My son told me that he wanted to do what I did, in regards to speaking to the children in school's as a full time job. Can you imagine that? One day I hope to hire him. Oprah said it best, your passion is doing the things you want to do, even if you don't get paid to do it. Well, I am definitely living my passion.
Monday, February 4, 2008
Larry Jones, FTC to be a guest on Nothing But Good News radio show this Saturday February 9th
About 13 years ago I was working with Dancing with the Stars Champion, Emmitt Smith. Although one would think that working for him was a huge privilege, my reward and most prized connecton came when I met Larry and Frances Jones of Feed the Children. Larry was a warm gentle man, extremely soft spoken and he had a sparkle in his eyes everytime he spoke about the children.
Larry consulted me when I talked about my dreams for starting my non-profit. He has always had time for my phone calls and when I picked up his new book, Keep Walking: One Man's Journey to Feed the World One Child at a Time , I knew I had to get Larry on our show.
This man has a message and it's one you can't afford to miss. Be sure to join me this Saturday at 9:00-10:00AM on 990AM KFCD.
Here is a review from his book, Keep Walking:
“Keep Walking is a must-read for anyone who ever thought humanitarian work is easy. Larry Jones has been stranded 10,000 miles from home while hustling food to the starving on both sides of warring enemy lines. He and Feed The Children have been the first to arrive and the last to leave the world’s most horrific natural disasters and acts of terrorism. Our nation is looking for a hero. It need not look beyond Larry Jones.”
—Lee Iacocca
“Larry Jones touches your heart and soul with the things that touch the heart and soul of God. He is a master storyteller, a consummate humanitarian, a compellingly insightful evangelist trying to make the world work for the people that it doesn’t work for. He is friend to all and beloved by those he serves who will never know him. Read this book and you will have an expanded soul too.”
—Mark Victor Hansen
Larry consulted me when I talked about my dreams for starting my non-profit. He has always had time for my phone calls and when I picked up his new book, Keep Walking: One Man's Journey to Feed the World One Child at a Time , I knew I had to get Larry on our show.
This man has a message and it's one you can't afford to miss. Be sure to join me this Saturday at 9:00-10:00AM on 990AM KFCD.
Here is a review from his book, Keep Walking:
“Keep Walking is a must-read for anyone who ever thought humanitarian work is easy. Larry Jones has been stranded 10,000 miles from home while hustling food to the starving on both sides of warring enemy lines. He and Feed The Children have been the first to arrive and the last to leave the world’s most horrific natural disasters and acts of terrorism. Our nation is looking for a hero. It need not look beyond Larry Jones.”
—Lee Iacocca
“Larry Jones touches your heart and soul with the things that touch the heart and soul of God. He is a master storyteller, a consummate humanitarian, a compellingly insightful evangelist trying to make the world work for the people that it doesn’t work for. He is friend to all and beloved by those he serves who will never know him. Read this book and you will have an expanded soul too.”
—Mark Victor Hansen
Ever wondered what an Angel looks like?
On Thursday, I received a call from a man named Sean. I met Sean in December of 2007 for a brief moment, he had stopped by the boutique to donate toys for Christmas. I shared a smile and I introduced him to someone I thought might help him achieve his dream. I thought he was calling to thank me for the introduction but instead he asked me what did I need for the Giving Movement Organization. I explained about the store and the FOOD PANTRY - you know the one I wrote about in my previous blog that had no electricity and told him my dream. He asked me to email him my wants and needs for the pantry. The following morning Sean called me back and said that a leadership group #171 wanted to take on my project at no cost to me!!!
Can you imagine my tears? I don't think you can? I mean I have watched this stuff happen on televison, Queen O does it all the time but this has Never happened to me. The most money I can get is $5 from a Game show LOL (that's another story) I sat there crying the ugly cry. My phone begin to ring from people all around the world that I had never met. They told me how much I deserved for this to happen and how honored they were to have do it. I think I cried on every conversation. Saturday morning when I drove to my building the Angels were waiting there. This is what an Angels looks like. I will continue to take pictures so you can see the results.
Can you imagine my tears? I don't think you can? I mean I have watched this stuff happen on televison, Queen O does it all the time but this has Never happened to me. The most money I can get is $5 from a Game show LOL (that's another story) I sat there crying the ugly cry. My phone begin to ring from people all around the world that I had never met. They told me how much I deserved for this to happen and how honored they were to have do it. I think I cried on every conversation. Saturday morning when I drove to my building the Angels were waiting there. This is what an Angels looks like. I will continue to take pictures so you can see the results.
Saturday, February 2, 2008
Do you believe in Angels?
On December 25th I opened the Giving Boutiques doors to give away free toys at Christmas.
I remembered waking up with my 5 brothers and one sister and my two cousins and we had nothing but LOVE. I promised myself if can help it, I want to make sure every kid in my world has a toy. Thanks to four Walmart stores and the kindness of Generous Strangers we were able to provide toys to the ones who needed.As I type this blog I can't explain the emotions that are going through my mind.
I was given a key to a storefront two doors down from the Giving Boutique. The store had no electricity and the walls needed drywall and painting. The ceiling had tiles missing everywhere, one as a matter of fact one of the tiles almost fell and hit me in the head, but it was MY building and MY dream so I was thrilled to be in that cold dreary place.
I can see it now... people coming in from miles away to receive food and LOVE.
But how would this happen? I have exhausted all of my funds. My dear old hubby has been patient with me. He sees my vision and supports it but when will it breakthrough ( this was my prayer)
Then it happened, I titled this blog do you believe in Angels for several reasons. The most important one is because of my father. He passed away 3 years ago and he always told me I could do anything I wanted to. I remember his butterfly kisses, Let me pause for a moment and I will be right back. tears oh the tears whew
Okay, I'm back. This place is going to be the Giving Movement's Food Pantry. My dream is to partner with the charities and distribute food and toiletries to people in our area.
My first Angel is the woman who gave me the key to my FREE building. She laughed while I cried because I said if you GIVE me the key, the rest will come together. I told her I wanted the place for FREE and she finally said okay. Can you believe it? She was probably thinking what could I do with a building without electricity and that is useless. ( Isn't that what we think about some people?)
Wait until I post the pictures to see what some people whom I have NEVER met has done for me. So instead of doing one grand opening on February 28th we will be doing two. I am aazed and overwhelmed.
All I have to say is HOLD ON TIGHT TO YOU DREAMS and NEVER let anyone take them from you. I will post more thoughts later. I am running out the door to another meeting.
I have to ask Home Depot to donate materials for the store. Wish me luck.
I remembered waking up with my 5 brothers and one sister and my two cousins and we had nothing but LOVE. I promised myself if can help it, I want to make sure every kid in my world has a toy. Thanks to four Walmart stores and the kindness of Generous Strangers we were able to provide toys to the ones who needed.As I type this blog I can't explain the emotions that are going through my mind.
I was given a key to a storefront two doors down from the Giving Boutique. The store had no electricity and the walls needed drywall and painting. The ceiling had tiles missing everywhere, one as a matter of fact one of the tiles almost fell and hit me in the head, but it was MY building and MY dream so I was thrilled to be in that cold dreary place.
I can see it now... people coming in from miles away to receive food and LOVE.
But how would this happen? I have exhausted all of my funds. My dear old hubby has been patient with me. He sees my vision and supports it but when will it breakthrough ( this was my prayer)
Then it happened, I titled this blog do you believe in Angels for several reasons. The most important one is because of my father. He passed away 3 years ago and he always told me I could do anything I wanted to. I remember his butterfly kisses, Let me pause for a moment and I will be right back. tears oh the tears whew
Okay, I'm back. This place is going to be the Giving Movement's Food Pantry. My dream is to partner with the charities and distribute food and toiletries to people in our area.
My first Angel is the woman who gave me the key to my FREE building. She laughed while I cried because I said if you GIVE me the key, the rest will come together. I told her I wanted the place for FREE and she finally said okay. Can you believe it? She was probably thinking what could I do with a building without electricity and that is useless. ( Isn't that what we think about some people?)
Wait until I post the pictures to see what some people whom I have NEVER met has done for me. So instead of doing one grand opening on February 28th we will be doing two. I am aazed and overwhelmed.
All I have to say is HOLD ON TIGHT TO YOU DREAMS and NEVER let anyone take them from you. I will post more thoughts later. I am running out the door to another meeting.
I have to ask Home Depot to donate materials for the store. Wish me luck.
Monday, January 14, 2008
FW: [Stellar Awards 2008 Candid Moments] The Question is...
From: The Giving Lady [mailto:cjackson@thegivingmovement.org]
Sent: Saturday, January 12, 2008 9:22 AM
To: thegivingstore@verizon.net
Subject: [Stellar Awards 2008 Candid Moments] The Question is...
Friday Morning I asked the Question…. Would I be able to get into the the coveted by invitation only BMI Trailblazers Award where the tribute to The Mighty Clouds of Joy, Vanessa Bell Armstrong and Pastor Marvin Winans was about to begin.
As I began to get dressed I started thinking about some things. My husband called me to say he put BMW logos on our 22 inch tires. He said he saw the car we have and brand new it was $140,000.00. Baby I released the phone line and began to praise God.
I thanked him for taking me from the 2 door blue Cutlas Supreme with 2 door and one didn't open. The drivers side window wouldn't let down so we could not place a order thru the drive through window . I remembered the cloth from the ceiling being off so all the black stuff was in my head. I remember having to put a plug together under the hood to get the car to START ( now I push a start BUTTON. I remember having to plug in a fan and hope it would blow now I have my own side of air to control. All I can say is GLOOORRRRRYYY. Okay back to the story.
We got in the car and the taxi driver looked lost. We are got in the car and I felt uncomfortable with the taxi driver. I felt like she didn't know where we were going so I kindly asked her to take me back to the hotel. She said you are making me uncomfortable, I said you are making me uncomfortable and I don't think you know how to get to the place so she turned the car around and we went back to the beautiful Gaylord hotel.
When we pulled back up there they were….. getting ready to pull off and I jumped out the car and started to scream hello ( child I didn't even know who he was) I knew he had won a Stellar Award in 2006 and I knew he was headed to the BMI luncheon. I asked for a ride and he said yes. His name was Mark Howard. Along the ride he asked me to be his manager. LOL. I just went along for the ride. Cause it was FREE not $50.00 that the taxi driver was going to charge me and Brenda. To be continued…..
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Posted By The Giving Lady to Stellar Awards 2008 Candid Moments at 1/12/2008 07:21:00 AM
Stellar Awards 2008 - Candid Moments
I didn't plan this but I am coming to you live from Nashville, TN and I wanted so badly for my crew to be here with me. This time last year six of my closest friends were having the time of our lives. In September I made reservations for the rooms and I was planning for the SAME team to be here with me today. That didn't happen.
I did not plan what has happened. Unfortunately, my son had to work, but two of the people who meant alot to me should have been here but they aren't.
I am here in bed reflecting on how life takes people in different directions. I asked God to keep me directed toward his plan for MY life and this is the scripture I thought about.
Jer. 29:11 For I know the plans I have for you," declares the Lord, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future
Anywhooo... We are here! We are residing at the beautiful Gaylord hotel. It is so bad that you are required to pay for the internet, you receive 2 free bottled water per night and the ambiance is amazing.
I called the President of CCP and she is GIVING me six FREE tickets to the award show. SIX.....hmmmm,,,, but unfortunately there is only 3 of us here.
I told the gang that I wanted to meet with Fred Hammonds before I left this place. I had even bought a pen with Fred's name on it because that's how confident I was that I would meet him. When we completed dinner and walked around the corner who do you think was there?
Well, it wasn't Fred but it was his brother and his personal assistant who told me that he would give me one of Fred’s movies that was just released. Isn't God amazing?
We proceeded to the lobby and there I scheduled interviews with Dwayne Woods ( he has 5 Stellar nominations) Pastor Marvin Sapp also stopped by to speak with us and I met
Sherri Shepherd, she host the View ( she took Star Jones place) so she will be on the radio show.
God is so good, although I forgot to cancel the second room that my son and y friend would have been in... I was able to sell the room and well if you know me you know the rest of this story.
So I will be blogging from the hotel and also uploading live video on You tube. We will call it Candid Moments from the Stellar 2008.
Oh, I met the manager at the local mall. They want to do a gospel show next year in the mall. Of course, yours truly will be the organizer of this event. STL.
Well I am off to the BMI by invite reception luncheon and word on the street is I don't have an invite, so will I get in by just going? Calling all saints, calling all saints. Please pray for me.
I have uploaded some photos and there will be more to come so get ready to see what FAVA will be doing this weekend. I will try to keep the photos and videos coming. Erica is the Producer of the show and Christie is the Executive Producer and still photographer. I thank God for them.
More later
Cheryl “Action” Jackson
Media and Marketing Expert
Making it Happen In Nashville
Saturday, January 12, 2008
The Question is...
As I began to get dressed I started thinking about some things. My husband called me to say he put BMW logos on our 22 inch tires. He said he saw the car we have and brand new it was $140,000.00. Baby I released the phone line and began to praise God.
I thanked him for taking me from the 2 door blue Cutlas Supreme with 2 door and one didn't open. The drivers side window wouldn't let down so we could not place a order thru the drive through window . I remembered the cloth from the ceiling being off so all the black stuff was in my head. I remember having to put a plug together under the hood to get the car to START ( now I push a start BUTTON. I remember having to plug in a fan and hope it would blow now I have my own side of air to control. All I can say is GLOOORRRRRYYY. Okay back to the story.
We got in the car and the taxi driver looked lost. We are got in the car and I felt uncomfortable with the taxi driver. I felt like she didn't know where we were going so I kindly asked her to take me back to the hotel. She said you are making me uncomfortable, I said you are making me uncomfortable and I don't think you know how to get to the place so she turned the car around and we went back to the beautiful Gaylord hotel.
When we pulled back up there they were….. getting ready to pull off and I jumped out the car and started to scream hello ( child I didn't even know who he was) I knew he had won a Stellar Award in 2006 and I knew he was headed to the BMI luncheon. I asked for a ride and he said yes. His name was Mark Howard. Along the ride he asked me to be his manager. LOL. I just went along for the ride. Cause it was FREE not $50.00 that the taxi driver was going to charge me and Brenda. To be continued…..
Friday, January 11, 2008
2008 Stellar Awards - All Access well maybe
I did not plan what has happened. Unfortunately, my son had to work, but two of the people who meant alot to me should have been here but they aren't.
I am here in bed reflecting on how life takes people in different directions. I asked God to keep me directed toward his plan for MY life and this is the scripture I thought about.
Jer. 29:11 For I know the plans I have for you," declares the Lord, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future
Anywhooo... We are here! We are residing at the beautiful Gaylord hotel. It is so bad that you are required to pay for the internet, you receive 2 free bottled water per night and the ambiance is amazing.
I called the President of CCP and she is GIVING me six FREE tickets to the award show. SIX.....hmmmm,,,, but unfortunately there is only 3 of us here.
I told the gang that I wanted to meet with Fred Hammonds before I left this place. I had even bought a pen with Fred's name on it because that's how confident I was that I would meet him. When we completed dinner and walked around the corner who do you think was tere?
Well, it wasn't Fred but it was his brother and his personal assistant who told me that he would give me one of Freds movies that was just released. Isn't od amazing?
We proceeded to the lobby and there I scheduled interviews with Dwaye Woods ( he has 5 nominations) Pastor Marvin Sapp also stopped by to speak with us and I met the most wonderful lasy,
Sherri Shepherd, she host the View ( she took Star Jones place) so she will be on the radio show.
God is so good, although I forgot to cancel the second room that my son and y friend would have been in... I was able to sell the room and well if you knw me you know the rest of this story.
So I will be blogging from the hotel and also uploading live video on You tube. We wll call it Candid Moments from theStellar 2008.
Oh, I met the manager at the local mall. They want to do a gospel show next year in the mall. Of course, yours truly will be the organizer of this event. STL.
Well I am off to the BMI by invite reception luncheon and word on the street is I don't have an invite, so will I get in by just going? Calling all saints, calling all saints. Please pray for me.
I have uploaded some photos but since they post here immediately I decided to start a blog here is the link and more I will post here when I upload more photos so you can see my trip.
and if they don't show here immediately
I wish you were here.
To be continued
Cj
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