Giving time of year

[bluedevil71]

I've been meaning to write this post for a few days now. But before I get started there is something I read this morning that I couldn't agree with more.

I read a post on George South's Web site, his monthly note to the fans. He spoke of Jesus and Christmas. In particular, he talked about the writing of Merry XMas. I couldn't agree with George more on this. BIG TIME HEAT FOR THIS ONE. Folks, it's Christmas, the birth of Jesus Christ.

Just the other day, my son wrote Merry XMas on his Christmas list. I asked him what's this (Yes, I knew what it meant). He said "Merry Christmas." I said, "Oh, no it's not." I hate it when someone writes XMas.

So, George, thanks for pointing that out on your Web page. I agree with you on that one.

Now, back on my topic. Every year for the past, oh, I don't know, 5-6 years, my wife and I have chosen a name off the Christmas tree list at my work to provide Christmas for a needy child. It is such a great feeling to know that you have provided some joy for a child who may not get that kind of joy this year.

Now, don't get me wrong. Christmas is about Jesus. But, as we all know, when it comes to Christmas, and celebrating it in commercialized America, it's also about giving.

If you're out and about this holiday season and you see a Christmas tree with names on it for children who are hoping for something this year, please try to be generous and be the "Santa Claus" these kids hope there is. It not only will make a child's Christmas a little brighter, but I guarantee you that you'll feel a sense of joy about it as well.

[christrester]

Amen.

And I know that some people don't have the money to give, in this day and age people live paycheck to paycheck more and more. But if you cannot give money, consider giving some of your time. Volunteer at the soup kitchen, or ask you church if they know of any place that could use a hand.

Everyone talks about how they want the world to be a better place, well it starts with you. If you want to make things better start in you corner of the world, and do your part to really make a difference.

[bluedevil71]

Great idea there, too. Help with the Salvation Army, or donate a new toy to Toys for Tots.

[chitokmcmahon]

I'll second that...I've volunteered at a local soup kitchen the last few years, and even though you're one of a bunch of people helping out there, it really does give you a feeling that you're helping to make a difference.

[badstreetfields]

I couldn't agree more! While I can only do so much monetarily, giving your time is just as valuable (and rewarding). Through our church we were able to help a number of families have a nice Thanksgiving meal last month. We hope to do the same for Christmas.

[themaestro]

Please also consider the idea I put forth on my website that I had posted!

"Hey guys... figured it would be a good place to post that I just got a site up and going for a charitable idea I have been doing for a while. Feel free to take a look and forward this to anyone you want. Hope it affects you in some way! --- Chris

www.charitynotcards.com "