4 months until Christmas!

We don't have family left, but we've got 5 kids. Most of them are still young, 2 of them still believe in Santa. We don't go buy them expensive game systems or anything like that, but we do want them to have a nice Christmas. Most years hubby and I will not buy gifts for each other so that we can put all our spare money into getting stuff for the kids. Just a few moments ago he and I were planning out what bills we're paying with our upcoming paychecks, and when I'll get my paychecks as I'm paid bi-weekly. That's when we noticed there are 5 Fridays in October, so he will get 5 paychecks and I'll get 3. We figure we'll do a chunk of our shopping then with the extra cash.

It really is hard to believe, that it is almost here again. My oh my, the year has gone so fast. Once I get up in the morning, and start my day, then poof it is gone before I know it. As far as Christams is concerned, I only have five to buy for, and I just mostly give money, as that iseasier, and we can all use it. Now, I get gifts, and that is fine, but I wouldn't mind having money too. My family is only a little over 20 miles away, so it only takes a half hour to get there.

When I read the title of this discussion I was very shocked. I counted out the months left on my fingers to make sure you didn't make a mistake lol It seems like 2015 just started yesterday. When in reality the beginning of a new year is slowly creeping up on us all. A new year where we will ask ourselves what on earth has happened to all the time. I totally agree with the small gifts kind of Christmas. The true beauty of Christmas is getting to spend time with your loved one/s. Even if your family is 800 miles away they'll be in your heart and you can spend the rest of the time with the family you live with even if that is only one person or if that is friends. I think the whole point of buying gifts is to show them how much you know them and know what they'd like. Buying expensive gifts isn't the point it's about giving them something they would enjoy perhaps a small gift that shows a private joke the two of you have. Homemade gifts are better since they require more time and effort. Perhaps a scrapbook of all the memories you shared with them throughout the year or their favourite baked cookies. Don't forget to make and write a card filled with words expressing how much they mean to you. Have a great rest of the year and happy Christmas

Oh god, shush!!! I can't believe this year passed so quickly.

Oh my goodness, you gave me a shock! I have to find a way to avoid family reunion.