What's It All About?
I asked my son today what Christmas was about, and he didn't even hesitate to say, "It's about giving."
He has these moments when I'm unbelievably proud of him, and I beam like a supernova.
And then he ruins it two hours later by making a sour face at me when I give him half a brownie instead of a whole one.
He's eight. I'll give him some leeway on these mood swings.
But I'm glad he knows that giving is what's important. His life is already so blessed. There are so many things that he doesn't have to worry about, and he's beginning to understand that there are kids in the world who have little or nothing in the way of comfort, security, and health.
Thinking about all of this reminded me of the post by Clare's Dad asking me to promote my favorite charity. This one's really easy. I like the no-nonsense groups that truly make a difference in people's lives.
There are two that we like to support with donations:
The Salvation Army... This group sometimes gets taken for granted. We think of them as "those bell ringers" but they do so much for such a wide range of people in need. They provide food, shelter, clothing, and counseling to the poor and homeless, senior citizens, and at at-risk youth. They also have the largest resident drug rehabilitation program in the country.
Make-A-Wish... Their mission is simple. Grant wishes to children with life-threatening diseases. We all have dreams, and nothing is sweeter than helping a child fulfill theirs.
You can donate to both of these charities in your local area, or through their websites.
He has these moments when I'm unbelievably proud of him, and I beam like a supernova.
And then he ruins it two hours later by making a sour face at me when I give him half a brownie instead of a whole one.
He's eight. I'll give him some leeway on these mood swings.
But I'm glad he knows that giving is what's important. His life is already so blessed. There are so many things that he doesn't have to worry about, and he's beginning to understand that there are kids in the world who have little or nothing in the way of comfort, security, and health.
Thinking about all of this reminded me of the post by Clare's Dad asking me to promote my favorite charity. This one's really easy. I like the no-nonsense groups that truly make a difference in people's lives.
There are two that we like to support with donations:
The Salvation Army... This group sometimes gets taken for granted. We think of them as "those bell ringers" but they do so much for such a wide range of people in need. They provide food, shelter, clothing, and counseling to the poor and homeless, senior citizens, and at at-risk youth. They also have the largest resident drug rehabilitation program in the country.
Make-A-Wish... Their mission is simple. Grant wishes to children with life-threatening diseases. We all have dreams, and nothing is sweeter than helping a child fulfill theirs.
You can donate to both of these charities in your local area, or through their websites.
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4 Comments:
I like to support the research organisations like the Heart foundation, Diabetes, Breast cancer and who ever crosses my path with a collection can. But yes, the SA is great organisasion. We call them the Salvo's here for short,the kids know the minute they've outgrown something, it goes to the Salvo's.
PMH (Princess Margaret Hospital for children) here in Perth I have a soft spot for after all the lovely work and care with Liam and donate always and if we can generous, all three my kids have been in it during their lives and they've been great each and every time.
Great post Phil. You have a right to be proud of your young man. Excellent stuff!
Your son sounds like a great kid! We need more families taking the time to "train up their children" ... a good foundation will carry him through life.
I like:
Habitat for Humanity
http://www.sandpoint.org/idahopanhandlehfh/(I am a homeowner) and Love,Inc
http://www.loveinc.org/
amoung others!
Great job with your son. Merry Christmas!
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