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Today's Moment: Economy and Gift-Giving

Here's today's "Take a Moment": Economy and Gift-Giving

Today is the day we shop for Christmas presents. We don't have much this year; nearly every penny is going to the mortgage and basic bills. But Son has a bit of money of his own so it will go directly to getting things he's requested. And he's been asked to give up a gift or two for the good of the family.

So besides the night vision goggles and microscope he's requested, he/we are also getting RootVue gardens to grow our favorite carrots (red, purple and white) in the windowsills. And for every 5 books he gets at the thrift store, we'll get 1 for the family. Then we'll also spend some of his Christmas money on his favorite dried fruits from our favorite online store: http://www.justtomatoes.com/. (See the pictures to the right: peas, blackberries, mano and blueberries - his favorites!)

This economy has helped Hubby and I decide that this year, our 2nd as husband and wife, we won't buy gifts for each other. We're writing each other love letters. (I know, how romantic.) And if we're lucky enough for Hubby to get a Christmas bonus, we'll put it towards bills and hopefully our new home.

With this economy, many people can't afford a huge holiday celebration. How about your ask your own kids to give up one or two presents for the good of the family? Or if your kids are grown, just give to the grandkids, or just small homemade gifts, like ornaments, baked goodies, or a basket with baking supplies like spices, flour, cocoa powder, etc.

Put a little more thought into your gift-giving this holiday season.

at 12/04/2008 05:00:00 AM
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