Well another year is coming to a close and for some of us, there is so much left to do. But this year I am going to break the trend and not run around and try and figure out what everyone wants for Christmas – I am going to do something as simple as baking each of my family a gift wrapped container of my special cookies and slip in a small gift card for each.
Now, that might not sound much to you, in this commercialized world but I know they would appreciate that more than an expensive gift.The true meaning of Christmas has been lost for so many. It annoys me when I see some write “Christmas” as “Xmas”. Hold on – it is the birthday of Christ so why not put “Christ” back into “Christmas” – not only in the word but in your hearts as well.
The day is for a family get together and the exchange of gifts – but it is also a holy day in all Christian religions. Some unfortunately have forgotten the true meaning of Christmas – so as we get closer to the day, remember the true significance of the day. In these difficult economic times, don’t go over board and be paying off the cards well into the coming year. Gather the family together now and come up with a strategy. Another idea I like, is to get the family together put all the names in a hat/container and just drawn out one name in secret. Then you only have to think about buying one present instead of a whole lot.
If you are having a large group for a meal, get each person to bring something. Some people prefer to cook while others are happy just to buy what is necessary. Write a list what you need, agree what each one is going to do or bring and, and write their name beside what they are bringing. This is just like goal setting really. You know what has to be done and in what order and in what time frame. I will remind you again – you have one month!
What ever strategy you agree on – enjoy your family time together.