Now, this is a good question --
Some of my most enjoyable moments have been when I have 
paid for the car behind me in line at a fast food restaurant -- even when I didn't know the people -- I don't even give a business card.
Yesterday I was in Stein Mart -- they were having a huge sale. As I was walking by the blankets, I saw a sign that said "from $14.99 up" -- well, I had a coupon that would make the blanket cost me $6.95 if I could find one that was for $14.99. I found one and decided how could I not buy it for East Cooper Community Outreach (E.C.C.O.).
Giving to families less fortunate than me is a real thrill -- I don't want the families to know that the gifts came from me -- it is my way of giving back to the community.
It seems especially important at Christmas time to be giving to those who cannot afford a Christmas.
Receiving gifts always makes me uncomfortable -- I am not a really good gift receiver -- don't get me wrong, I do appreciate the gifts, but just would much rather be giving them.
My grandchildren are getting a special gift this year ---- they each will have a gift wrapped and under the tree. When they open it, there will only be a card that reads "You have donated a sweater to a needy child for Christmas through E.C.C.O.". The children need to learn early to give back to the community.
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Liz - "You can't keep it if you don't give it away." A fine saying . Merry Christmas
Go Ahead LIZ shop until you drop. I like both giving and receiving I think that it is fun. And yes we do work with charities as well at this time of year
I love filling a box of food for a family who is needed and dropping it off on their front porch and running. Knowing a family that would have gone hungry will now have food for the week is just great for my heart.
Liz - That is the best part of the Christmas season. I'm sure your thoughtfulness is very much appreciated by E.C.C.O. And great example for your grandkids!
This is the work that gives us all the most joy. I search everyyear for a family to be a secret santa with. We love it!
Claude ---- thanks for stopping by --
Happy Holidays
Charlie ----bet you do a lot for charities -- you seem like the type.
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Todd ---- thanks for stopping by -- you are right -- this gives one such a great feeling.
Happy Holidays
Susan ---- thanks for stopping by and for your comments.
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Laura ---- you are sooooo right --- thanks for stopping by.
Happy Holidays
Liz- What an awesome idea for the grandkids. Maddie and I headed to Walmart the day before Thanksgiving with a handful of coupons and a crisp $100 bill. Our goal was to see how many new toys we could buy for Toys for Tots in the office promotion. We spent $74 and saved $40 in coupons. We stopped buying at the check out when they quit taking my coupons. :( It was a great feeling when Ray and I carried those toys into the office and placed them in the Toys for Tots box.