I chatted with a Great Grandmother and friend today. I write this on behalf of our conversation.
Christmas is around the corner. You are making your lists and checking them twice.
Please when it comes to the older people on your list take a few minutes and consider their needs. Almost 100% of the elderly I have spoken to have said "I don't need anything" I have to agree. Not one more knickknack, blanket or bottle of perfume should be found under their tree.
How about a car detail, Market Basket gift certificate, Gas card, Walmart gift card, restaurant card etc etc. Consider their ages and their "state" Are they still moving around easily? Could they use you to help them in their yard or around the house? Washing windows, vacuuming and change seasonal clothes are all jobs that get to be just TOO BIG.
How about a day when all the kids gather to work on projects? Maybe a few dinners for the freezer?
Think your list thru....Don't just buy anything/everything to just allow you to cross someone else off of your list. Put some thought behind your gift.
It will be much appreciated!
Blessings!
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