Yesterday Drew had his Christmas party at preschool. All of the kids got to make their own gingerbread houses. So cute! Drew was very excited to come home and share it with Nick. After lunch they devoured the poor little house. At least I got a picture while it was still standing! I have this problem though.... I'm hoping that one of you moms read this in enough time to give me a suggestion. One of the little girls in Drew's class brought a present for each child. Drew got a Matchbox car. As a parent, I don't want to get caught up in that whole thing of being obligated for the next several years to buy presents for each child in each of my boys' classes, or having my boys being invited to a million and one birthday parties each year. However, the little girl who brought these gifts is just the sweetest, sweetest little girl. Really sweet. And so is her mom. So I'm torn. When Drew goes to school tomorrow, should he have a little gift for her? But wouldn't that obligate us to buy one for everyone then? If I had the money, I would probably just do it. But I don't. So what then? I want Drew to at least give her a thank you card. But is that enough? I want him to understand the importance of giving. And this sweet little girl and her mom gave from the heart. I don't want her to go without anything. That just tears me up inside!
So what do I do? Give a gift? Give a card? Or just let go of my guilt?
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