Teddy Bear For Christmas
I want to wish everyone a Happy Thanksgiving! I hope that no matter how you celebrate, you take the time to give thanks to God for the blessings he gives each of us. Regardless of what life may throw our way, we all have blessings to be acknowledged. Nothing brings a sense of peace more than when we acknowledge our blessings.

This time of year also brings to mind and heart those who are less fortunate than us. It’s important to reach out to others who are struggling. Whether it be with finances, severe family dysfunctions or those dealing with a serious illness in their family. Finding a way to ease their burdens or bring them a little joy should always be ahead of our shopping lists and food preparations.

This year, my good friend Rachel has taken on a project that brings me to tears just thinking about it. Christmas day will have Rachel and her husband Gary taking a trip to Children’s Phoenix Hospital to deliver what they hope will be 300 Teddy Bears to distribute to the many kids who are dealing with serious illnesses, and are not able to be at home for the holidays.

I cannot think of a more relevant way to spend Christmas Day. And I cannot express how much I love this dear lady. Just when I think my admiration for Rachel and her giving spirit could not be any higher, she springs a project like this on the blogworld.

In my sidebar there is a picture of a Teddy Bear, with the words Teddy Bear For Christmas beneath it. If you click on this link, it will take you to Rachel’s site, with a button to donate to the purchase of some of these special teddy bears. She also lists her home address. So if you have some barely use / like new stuffed animals your children have outgrown, send them Rachel’s way. It would be a wonderful surprise if we could beat that goal of 300 Teddy Bears to send with Rachel to Phoenix Children’s Hospital. Let’s make her make 2 trips to the hospital!!!  (I’ll pay for the gas Rachel!) Hehehehe…

So during your busy holiday schedule, take a moment or two out of the day to donate for purchases, or gather some from your own family stash of stuffed animals to send for the kids who are not able to leave the hospital for the holidays. This special act of kindness will bless your own heart and life. And teaches our children as well, that giving is a special attribute, that we all should posess.

I wish you all a blessed and Happy Thanksgiving!

Love,

3T