Last
year, we wrote a letter to each family member of how thankful we
were for each other. My dad started this tradition many years ago.
Presents are for the kiddos and less of us. This year, we are
starting a family tradition by giving one gift to each adult family
member. Christmas has become a marketing tool for America. Just turn
on your TV. You will see every commercial during prime time talking
about Christmas or open up your mail box with a bunch of Christmas
ads. It's hard enough to see families who are struggling this year.
There are others who are trying to save for next year with our health
insurance, 401k, retirement, a new beginning in 2014, trying to
survive for the next pay check or looking for a job. It's hard to see
Christmas for a celebration with finding that perfect gift for your love one. I
understand. I have been committed to help others especially during
this time. If it's a Dollar Store gift, volunteer event, toy drive
then I'm there in my free time. Material is less what I desire for
myself and thinking of those who can't afford gifts for their child.
What would Jesus do when I think to myself?
Christmas
is the celebration of Jesus. When I think of Christmas as kid which I
would think of toys. I also think of my dad opening the Bible and
reading of birth of Christ to us. My dad taught us Thanksgiving &
Christmas is celebration of family but above all Jesus.
