So many of us today have families scattered throughout the United States or perhaps have a loved one serving our country in the military. Today, it is my desire to share with you some ideas how we can send some Christmas cheer to our distant family and friends. This time of the year is so important to those away from their families, please keep them in mind and share some kind of Christmas from your home to theirs.
Making Christmas Bright for family and friends far or near
1. Include a dated ornament for each person, uniquely fitted to each individual's interests.
2. Include a holiday newsletter personalized with handwritten notes from each of your family members to theirs.
3. Holiday wrap a cassette tape or video (DVD) of your family singing or sharing current family events.
4. Include candies or cookies which your family made together with them in mind.
Making Christmas Fun and Memorable for a Shut-in
1. Spend time in conversation together. Ask about Christmases gone by. (They love to share their stories with you). Let your friend to the talking. You will enjoy listening.
2. Take a miniature decorated Christmas tree to brighten the home. I sometimes will take a miniature poinsettia to brighten their room or home.
3. Offer to help your friend with shopping, wrapping, and delivering gifts. You will be amazed how gratifying this becomes.
4. Offer to make your friend's favorite Christmas cookies or treat.
5. Invite your friend to your home for Christmas brunch or dinner. If homebound, take your friend a warm Christmas dinner on a bright holiday plate with a small poinsettia to brighten the day.
Believe me, speaking from experience, you will be blessed far more than they. Once you do it, you will have the desire to do it every year. Lets all make a difference and give a gift of our time or cheer to a shut-in this year.
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