Sister here:
This year like just most people I'm on a budget. I'm giving token gifts (under $5 or made by me in less than an hour) to my friends, most of whom at this point, are childless people. Years ago an aunt of mine told me that Christmas was really for the children, and maybe that's so. She was referring to the "miracle of Santa Claus" and the wonderment that children experience finding gifts under a tree. I enjoy giving and receiving gifts, especially gifts that are "right on" and show that the giver really knows me, but I prefer to have a dinner party and cook a beautiful meal as my gift rather than battle the crowds or go into debt. So if you are wondering if I'm going to give you some GIFT GIVING TIPS, you are right, I am.
First of all, is there a Trader Joe's near you? If so, they have some $5 or under special holiday herbal teas and chocolate. Next, do you know how to knit or crochet? I know there's not enough time to make a sweater, but I'm making crocheted scrap soap scrubbers (presented with a fresh cake of perfumed soap) with scrap yarn. Most of my friends are concerned about their diet because of their weight or health and it's so tempting to make a variety of cookies from scratch until I think of how they will probably gain five pounds over the holidays without my contribution. I plan on giving little items for their collections when possible. Whatever it is they collect, I keep an eye out all year including at garage sales and thrift stores.
I wish you a happy holiday mainly because for many NMNK this is the worst time of the year, because there is so much emphasis on family and children. Some families really make their NMNK members feel uncomfortable or even unwelcome, so remember there is nothing wrong with staying home with some comedy DVDs and avoiding those people! Yours in spirit, Sister
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