Blessings can be found in many different ways, especially in ways that aren't seen as "conventional" blessings. I feel my blessings are plentiful right now and one of the best blessings I have is the knowledge of saving money. Saving money has helped us tremendously by allowing us to get through troublesome times. I've been on disability for over 6 months now due to a back injury and thankfully for my savings that I had built up, I was able to pay my bills. With the knowledge of knowing how to save money, I have a fully stocked pantry. I can in fact go a few weeks without shopping and only having to buy milk, thanks to coupons and shopping smarts.
Though it’s been a rough year, I’ve decided to give my surplus, my knowledge and what we can to someone else that truly needs it. The kids and I have adopted a family at their school. The family has 3 children and the mom is the only source of income. They were going to "skip" Christmas this year as they did not have the money. We've donated a tree and ornaments already. We are working on gifts and clothing along with gathering toiletries and pantry items from our stockpile.
Though it’s been a rough year, I’ve decided to give my surplus, my knowledge and what we can to someone else that truly needs it. The kids and I have adopted a family at their school. The family has 3 children and the mom is the only source of income. They were going to "skip" Christmas this year as they did not have the money. We've donated a tree and ornaments already. We are working on gifts and clothing along with gathering toiletries and pantry items from our stockpile.
We’ve decided to stay anonymous but I am giving the mom in the family the option to have a one on one lesson with me on the “how to’s” of saving money. My kids have been actively involved as well, helping pick gifts and using their allowance to purchase toys for the kids. This year we are focusing on giving more and getting less.
I’d like to challenge my money saving friends to do good this holiday season by helping others in need. We all know we’ve gotten plenty of free toothpaste, free deodorant, free lotions, etc. Of course there are the plentiful boxes of potatoes, cereals and crackers. Contact your local Salvation Army or Food Bank to see how you can help. Reach out to your teachers or church to see if you can help a family in need or even volunteer your time.
If you are interested in donating to the family we are sponsoring this holiday season, please contact me at sspeckhals@hotmail.com. They have an 8 year old girl, 6 year old boy and 2 year old boy. We are looking for new or gently used jackets, jeans, new socks and new or gently used toys. Also any giftcards for the family would be appreciated.
I have picked up a few presents this weekend, along with a few stocking stuffers I have picked up through out the year.
If you wish to talk to the staff at the school, I can give contact information for the principal @ for the school via email only.
Pass on some blessings today.
I’d like to challenge my money saving friends to do good this holiday season by helping others in need. We all know we’ve gotten plenty of free toothpaste, free deodorant, free lotions, etc. Of course there are the plentiful boxes of potatoes, cereals and crackers. Contact your local Salvation Army or Food Bank to see how you can help. Reach out to your teachers or church to see if you can help a family in need or even volunteer your time.
If you are interested in donating to the family we are sponsoring this holiday season, please contact me at sspeckhals@hotmail.com. They have an 8 year old girl, 6 year old boy and 2 year old boy. We are looking for new or gently used jackets, jeans, new socks and new or gently used toys. Also any giftcards for the family would be appreciated.
I have picked up a few presents this weekend, along with a few stocking stuffers I have picked up through out the year.
If you wish to talk to the staff at the school, I can give contact information for the principal @ for the school via email only.
Pass on some blessings today.
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