Voices

Christmastime is one of the hardest things to shop for and stay within a budget for most people. In addition, you desperately desire to see a look of wonder and joy on the face of those whom you love. When our children were little, my wife and I ran across an idea that we implemented for years.  Some years we added to this idea, while others we were barely able to get it done. I do not remember where we learned of this idea, so I do not take credit for it at all.  Four things to get your kids at Christmas: Something they want Everybody wants something. You can keep it simple or make it extravagant. This requires listening to your family. It may be that you have to ask them to write things down. At this point, our family uses the app Elfster to help us know what each other are looking and wanting. We can use it year round for other gift-idea occasions as well. Something they need You know what they need.  Whatever that may be that will help them along the journey of life. This tends to