I will not ever get tired of saying, "Thank you, Santa!!" over and over...and this season he is popping up everywhere. I am so touched by how many people have reached out to his and wanted to make sure that we have a good Christmas. Last month, as I looked toward December, I resolved that even though we had nothing to give our kids for Christmas, that we would have a good attitude and that we just make sure we emphasized the reason for the season which is Jesus Christ. I felt peace as I looked ahead to a Christmas where I pictured us looking at our tree on Christmas Day with little or no gifts underneath. I know that Christmas is not about presents and getting stuff but still, I knew my kids would be disappointed. As December progressed and Christmas approached closer and closer, I realized that a very different scenario was unfolding. If you look at the picture above, you can see the evidence of the love of many people who want to make sure that our family has a Merry Christmas. I am so overwhelmed by the love I feel for the many anonymous donors that have left money and packages on our doorstep for us this Christmas season. It is so rewarding to see the smiles on my children's faces. Especially Kalli who a few weeks ago was moping around a little trying to be brave saying, "We are getting nothing for Christmas this year since Daddy doesn't have a job." I am resolved to remember this feeling of joy and to remember how good it feels to have people love you and give to you with no expectation of anything in return. We won't always be in this position and I am hoping to be on the giving side soon instead of the receiving. Don't get me wrong, the receiving side can be pretty fun, but I want to give to others also and lift them the way that we have been lifted this year. I learned in primary this year, "When we serve others, you serve God" and I have learned for myself how important service is this year. Merry Christmas everyone and thank you for your love. Our family is having and going to have the best Christmas we have ever had!
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Tuesday, December 21, 2010
Yes, Virginia, there is a Santa Claus
I will not ever get tired of saying, "Thank you, Santa!!" over and over...and this season he is popping up everywhere. I am so touched by how many people have reached out to his and wanted to make sure that we have a good Christmas. Last month, as I looked toward December, I resolved that even though we had nothing to give our kids for Christmas, that we would have a good attitude and that we just make sure we emphasized the reason for the season which is Jesus Christ. I felt peace as I looked ahead to a Christmas where I pictured us looking at our tree on Christmas Day with little or no gifts underneath. I know that Christmas is not about presents and getting stuff but still, I knew my kids would be disappointed. As December progressed and Christmas approached closer and closer, I realized that a very different scenario was unfolding. If you look at the picture above, you can see the evidence of the love of many people who want to make sure that our family has a Merry Christmas. I am so overwhelmed by the love I feel for the many anonymous donors that have left money and packages on our doorstep for us this Christmas season. It is so rewarding to see the smiles on my children's faces. Especially Kalli who a few weeks ago was moping around a little trying to be brave saying, "We are getting nothing for Christmas this year since Daddy doesn't have a job." I am resolved to remember this feeling of joy and to remember how good it feels to have people love you and give to you with no expectation of anything in return. We won't always be in this position and I am hoping to be on the giving side soon instead of the receiving. Don't get me wrong, the receiving side can be pretty fun, but I want to give to others also and lift them the way that we have been lifted this year. I learned in primary this year, "When we serve others, you serve God" and I have learned for myself how important service is this year. Merry Christmas everyone and thank you for your love. Our family is having and going to have the best Christmas we have ever had!
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What a great story. It is so uplifting and wonderful to see that the kindness and generosity of others is still as strong today as it always has been. I really hope that Scott finds work soon so that you can feel more peace in your life but I am so glad to see that your spirits are still high during the Christmas season. Merry Christmas to you and your family.
I agree that it is hard to be the one being served, but I think that is one way Heavenly Father teaches us the hard lesson of Humility. Thanks for sharing your feelings on your blog. You are such a strong and wonderful person Kari. I am so glad that youe babies will have a good Christmas. We are still praying for your sweet family.
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