Our gifts to Jesus

It's a tradition we started years ago, when we lived in Scotland with just baby Lydia. We each pick a simple act of service that we will do for someone else, as our "birthday gift" to Jesus at Christmastime.  We write it down then put it in a box, and it is the first present under the tree.

 

For her gift, Scarlett made treats to give to our neighbors. 

 

 Lydia brought little toys to children at the hospital.

 

Claire hid dollar bills around the DollarTree store.

 

 Mom bought some gifts for the Salvation Army tree at the mall.

 

 

Dad wrote letters and sent treats to missionaries that are serving away from home this Christmas.
And Hadley donated some baby items on Craigslist for free ;)

The girls are old enough this year to really appreciate what they are doing for others, and I think that's what made this Christmas special. I hope we always remember the true gift of Christmas, our Savior Jesus Christ, and strive to do for others what He would have us do.