I am what we call a last-minute shopper. I leave my shopping for the last 10 days before Christmas and I enter the stores in an “almost panic” mode.
Christmas is about gifts and giving, but not the kind you find under your Christmas tree. As I was preparing to write this, I came across a passage in a daily devotional: “Preparing for the holidays is primarily a preparing of the heart. Because what comes down is love and the way to receive love isn’t to wrap anything up—but to unwrap your heart.”
What is your Christmas wish? When we were kids, our answer may have been, “I want Santa to give me a new Barbie doll!” or “Nintendo!”
With the countless numbers of products being offered, choosing a beauty product as a Christmas gift can be a daunting task. But you should do the proper selection since a beauty product is a luxurious and personal gift that will definitely be much appreciated.
Books from Brainy Baby are a good choice for the youngest of readers who are just discovering a love of books. There are different educational and fun titles to choose from—Shapes & Colors, Animals, ABCs, 123s and Art. Each book is P255. These books are ideal for kids from one to four years old.
Can’t find a perfect holiday gift for your foodie family and friends? Why not grab these delightful food books that not only teach readers how to prepare healthy, yummy meals, but also provide tips on how to become environmentally responsible individuals?
The party is over. No more fun times until next year. My sister left to return to her home, children and grandchildren in Atlanta and make ready for the holidays. She will arrive there two days before Thanksgiving, rest up a bit, and then get busy with wrapping paper and ribbons for her Christmas gifts.
If you’ve been infected by that spirit of giving going around these days, here are some gadgets guaranteed to draw a smile (or a scream of joy) from the lucky recipient.
When I was a child, Christmas was a time for family. Gifts exchanged were tokens of love and peace. We sent Christmas cards by mail, would you believe? The Noche Buena table was a feast, except during the war when food was scarce and spirits were at an all-time low.
Our household colors would have certainly started changing to green and red when September unfolded right before our eyes. The BER months are upon us and we’re all up on our toes, eager to decorate the interiors of our home and start rolling out our holiday wardrobe.
