One of the beautiful things about being a parent is that you get to enjoy the wonders of Christmas through the eyes of a child, all over again. I remember being so excited to have Santa come to the house that I could hardly stand it. Now, I get the pleasure of watching my 7 year old son and 3 year old daughter’s unbridled joy when it comes to this time of year. We just put them to bed with the excitement of knowing that Santa Claus will be here shortly, and that, when they wake up, they are going to have a magical Christmas.
Regardless of how little we had growing up, I always had a good Christmas. I now know the real sacrifices that my parents made in order to give me things like school clothes (using the small limit mom had on a Sears card so I could buy two outfits when there was no other way we could afford new clothes, and no other place I could buy them) and certain gifts they knew I wanted for Christmas. Mom sold Avon for years just so we could have lunch money ($2) and a good Christmas.
No matter how much we carry on and argue on here, I sincerely hope that each of you have a wonderful Christmas and are able to bring the joy to your children and families that they undoubtedly deserve.
Don’t ever take your blessings for granted, and always appreciate what you have, no matter how big or small.
Merry Christmas.
Regardless of how little we had growing up, I always had a good Christmas. I now know the real sacrifices that my parents made in order to give me things like school clothes (using the small limit mom had on a Sears card so I could buy two outfits when there was no other way we could afford new clothes, and no other place I could buy them) and certain gifts they knew I wanted for Christmas. Mom sold Avon for years just so we could have lunch money ($2) and a good Christmas.
No matter how much we carry on and argue on here, I sincerely hope that each of you have a wonderful Christmas and are able to bring the joy to your children and families that they undoubtedly deserve.
Don’t ever take your blessings for granted, and always appreciate what you have, no matter how big or small.
Merry Christmas.