There have been super hard years where I did not have the money to buy gifts for my own family. There is nothing more humbling than having someone else step in and do that for you. Speaking from personal experience, I know how difficult it can be to accept any kind of help. This is where I had to learn to let go and let other people support me during a difficult time. I truly believe that that is the spirit of the season. So every year, for every member of my family, we choose another child to give a gift to. There are so many needy families who may not be able to afford the extra cost of buying gifts and we know what that feels like. We want to make the effort to help someone who needs it more than we do. There was nothing more gratifying than walking into this room filled with love for all these children. I know how it has made a difference to me. So take the time to give to a local charity in your area, even if that simply involves packing up clothes you no longer need and donating them. Another person's happiness is your just reward.
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