The Giving Tree....

With so many that are less fortunate, I want to be sure our kids are raised to give, and help others. In what every way that it is needed. Christmas is a very good time to teach this to two young children. (Emma understands, Jack is still a few years off.) Emma and Jack get an allowance, and we talked to them about the many boys and girls that Santa won't be able to get to this Christmas, which would lead to no presents for them to open. We as a family decided that Emma and Jack would not get an allowance for 3 weeks and we would take that money and buy some gifts for two children from the giving tree. We got two names, bought gifts, wrapped them and took them to the drop off center. When we walked in, there were gifts everywhere. Emma looked at me and said "Mom, this makes my heart happy!" She is such a kind little girl with such a big heart!