I am a bad Christmas shopper. Rarely do I see something I know someone will love. Two, no three, things inhibit me.
One: why buy gifts for people who have what they need while others have so little?
Two: I too often think, "Will this add clutter or be helpful to them and bring some joy?"
Three: funds
Once, one of my student's donated $ to the Red Cross in my name. That meant a lot. I love charities like Heifer International that give people animals to improve their income opportunities. Salvation Army does so much for others, World Vision, Lottie Moon offering, etc. You can honor your loved ones at holiday times while helping those in need.
I think our Christmas gift giving sometimes gets out of hand in the US. We're giving to the wrong people.
Thankfully, my husband is very good at finding gifts so I'm not ousted from the family. It is something I struggle with. Anyone else have ideas?
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