Stumped on a Gift? Give the Gift of Your Time.

The hubby and I enjoyed a feel good movie on date night this week, Delivery Man with Vince Vaughn.  Man, he is tall!  If you were wondering, just like me, is he really that big or is everyone else puny?  Vince Vaughn is 6'5".  As you can tell, it was lady's choice.  Even though it averaged about 2 stars in the ratings, to all the men out there who might not want to go to this movie, you will leave the theater feeling good.  Take your wife, girlfriend, significant other...the night will end good for you ;).

There is a part of the movie that really got me thinking this holiday season. 

Christmas Miracles Come Big and Small

Working in retail for as long as I have I see first-hand how stressed out people become at the holidays.  So much to do and so little time to do it.  So much to buy and so little money to buy it with.  Friends and family too far away to share time with.  Friends and family no longer with us to spend time with.  It 'tis the season to be jolly, but it does take its toll in the days leading up to the big day.

I also get to see first-hand how generous people are. Salvation Army volunteers freezing the tails off to collect donations.  Toys for Tots, Forgotten Harvest, Gleaners Community Food Bank, and so many others making the holiday so much brighter for so many people. 

Stocking Stuffers For Runners

As promised here are my stocking stuffer ideas for runners.  They are perfect for any level runner, from run-around-the-block to marathoners. 

Nutter Butter Reindeer

Here's an easy fun treat you can make with the kids.

1 package Nutter Butter cookies
1/4 c chocolate chips
1 package m&m minis
1 small bag pretzel thins

Stocking Stuffers For Her

Stuck on what to put in her stocking?  Here are some of my favorite things that any girl