Christmas Gifts

I am so sad to hear about your feelings and your reality this Christmas. Christmas sometimes seems the day when so many people realize how little they have and the reality of poverty hits us right in the face. But you do have many blessings and things to be grateful. You have each other and your children are blessed by a very thoughtful and loving mother, something some children do not have.
I know that doesn't help to put gifts under the Christmas tree, but here's a little thought. There is about one week left before Christmas and why don't you suggest to the children that everyone make each other a homemade gift, something which might have significance to the other person. It can be something as simple as a coupon to do each other's chore or the promise to do a favor for the each other. Another suggestion might be to visit the second hand stores in your neighborhood. Oftentimes you can pick up some very nice clothing or games or even books which are like brand new. How about cooking up a batch of someone's favorite cookies or other favorite food. I know it doesn't replace the traditional way of giving gift, but maybe it might make the tree seem a little less bare on Christmas morning. God bless you and I do hope that you find a way to make Christmas memorable and loving.

Hugs,
Marilyn