Yesterday H and I went through all his toys and books and got about 3 boxes together to give to my mom's church for needy children. I was so proud of H, I know how hard it is sometimes to part with things, and in the past he hasn't done so well with parting. I guess he is growing up, because yesterday was great. And what is even better is I think he felt really good about giving his stuff away. He also came up with a great idea for his own personal way to help others this christmas season. He wants to see what is on the humane society's wish list and go and buy some things for them with his own money.
This time of year sometimes it's hard to give anything extra because you have so much shopping to do and places to go and cookies to bake, and end of year taxes to pay. I make a point of giving something, even if it's just a quarter every time I pass a salvation army kettle. There are so many out there in this big wide world who have so much less than I do. I might be knee deep in debt but I have a roof over my head and food in my pantry and fridge and a wonderful family who loves me. When you boil it all down to what is really important, that is it, all the rest is just bonus!:)
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