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We all know the pressure. Christmas rolls around, and the inbox floods with ads that scream “last chance,” “must-have,” “price goes up tonight!” and “your worth as a human depends on overnight shipping.”
Let’s call a time-out.
Let’s be honest: Christmas can be magical and financially terrifying. If you’re staring down your bank account like it personally offended you, it might be time to rein in that holiday spending. Don’t worry – you can still be thoughtful and generous without maxing out your credit card.
Jesus said, “It is more blessed to give than to receive.” But that’s a hard sell when there are shiny toys, sugar cookies, and wish lists flying around like tinsel in a wind tunnel.
And let’s not pretend it’s just the kids who struggle. We grown-ups get the gimmes, too.
Christmas chaos, meet your match: Time-saving tips for a saner season You’ve got stockings to stuff, cookies to burn (kidding … maybe?), and at least 17 “optional” events on your calendar. If the holidays make you feel more frazzled than festive, you’re not alone. Good news: You don’t have to…
Scene from The Bishop’s Wife:
Dudley (Cary Grant) and Julia (Loretta Young) get out of a taxicab.
Dudley is an angel, and in the previous scene he took Julia ice skating. Along the way, they invited their cab driver, Sylvester, to try it with them. Lots of fumbling and near-tumbling ensues, but in the end, Dudley has Julia and Sylvester skating like Olympians.
(It’s the movies, folks. Go with it.)
Afterward …
Young adults in the 18- to 22-year-old group are in a transition stage – first jobs, moving out, more independent but often still financially dependent on family. These young people have a variety of interests and needs. Here are some gift ideas for them – some practical, some fun, and often a bit of both. For Christmas 1984, as I was about to enroll in college. my aunt and cousins gave me …
Still living at home, focused on finishing high school, getting driver’s licenses, and thinking about college, kids in the 15- 17-year-old age group have limited independent income. Treat them to some of these gifts. Technology and electronics Fashion and personal style Transportation and independence College and career prep Experiences and…
This age group is navigating a major transition period, from childhood to young adulthood. Gifts that acknowledge their growing independence while still being age-appropriate work best. They want to feel more grown-up and often care deeply about fitting in with their peer group, so they often appreciate trendy or “cool”…
Children in this age group – in their late- to middle-elementary years – are developing stronger personal interests and more independence, and they’re beginning to develop hobbies. Gifts that help them explore their passions or develop skills they can be proud of work well. They’re also starting to care more…
In early elementary school, children are learning to read independently, developing fine motor skills, and starting organized activities. This age group is perfect for gifts that help them develop independence while still enjoying imaginative play. They’re old enough to follow more complex instructions but young enough to still love “playing…
The book lovers I know are obsessed with reading, and they agree that there’s no such thing as “too many books.” Right? Any of these book-related gifts is sure to put a smile on your book lover’s face. Many Etsy shops feature beautiful, fun, and funny gifts for book lovers, and we’ll link to a few of those shops. But we found plenty of other places.
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! And it’s not just because we get to spend time with family and friends but because we get to see the smiles on our kiddos’ faces when they open their presents. Here are several gift ideas for children 2-5 years old.
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