i am very depressed this christmas. my newborn son went into the hospital for rsv and that depleted all of our christmas funds. i work 3 jobs so getting an extra job is not an option. my kids have never gone without presents before, but things dont look good for this christmas. how can i look my kids in the eye and tell them there may not be a christmas this year? we struggle to make ends meet and i am not asking for much just a way i can make my kids happy.
2006-11-30 03:09:55 · 23 answers · asked by directmailtech6 1 in Business & Finance ➔ Personal Finance
Go to this website. You can apply there for toys. This is the link to the home page, click on "Request Toys" and they can help you out. http://www.toysfortots.org.
You can also contact churches in your local area. You'll have toys for your kids this Christmas. People are good at heart, and want to help. Good luck, Sweety.
2006-11-30 03:17:21 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Have you tried talking to the local department of human services or local churches? I don't know about where you are, but in my small town the Church on the Rock is good about helping out people in tight situations, even if they aren't church memebers. They love the people in the community and want to help. The dept of human services may ask for proof about your financial situation. - Hurry though if you are gonna go to them. I think their deadline is early December if not late November. Unless you are a good sales person or something, I don't know where you can get the actual cash. But presents do not have to be expensive. How old are your girls? At any age, finding activities to do together as a family can create cherrished memories. The last couple of years, I hit the 88 cent rack at Walmart for my girl's presents. And she seemed to enjoy the cheap things I got her as much as (and in many cases more than) the more expensive presents from other family members. They have all kinds of things... I don't suggest the dolls (similar to barbie, but much cheaper) They break too easily. But the small animals have given my daughters hours of entertainment! You could also spend Christmas Eve making simple crafts... Do you have paper, scissors, crayons ... ? Do you know how to make paper snowflakes or anything? I have never been to New York. What kind of fun things do they have to do for free? Last night the small Texas town that I live in had their park lighting. There were free hotdogs, cookies, and drinks and music and Santa. Right before that was a parade. It was fun! And although stuff like that may not happen on Christmas Day, it is still a part of Christmas. I wish you luck finding money. But remember that the financial side of Christmas is by no means the most important part. The important thing is to enjoy spending time with your loved ones. I know it will be different this year. But you can still make it special. It would be easier to think of ideas if I knew how old your daughters are. Maybe if you feel bad about giving them cheap gifts, you could give them each a chance to choose an activity to take up 2 or 3 hours of the day?
2016-05-23 04:59:21 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
call your local marine corps reserve unit today. talk to the person in charge of toys for tots and see how you can be on the list to receive gifts. I am pretty sure they would put you on. my husband is a marine and collects toys and they have good stuff there, it won't be bad gifts and if you are worried about no gifts at all its the best option and totally free. I hope this helps. Merry Christmas to you and your little ones and my prayers are with your little one (my newborn had RSV too and was fine shortly after). Good luck
2006-11-30 03:13:19 · answer #3 · answered by Farah G 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
While I could make a smart alec comment like "Live in Canada so you don't have to pay for health care because we believe it is a right of every citizen and landed immigrant to enjoy free healthcare"... I have personally been in your shoes and my heart goes out to you.
As difficult as it is sometimes to do, I would suggest you approach some of the local charities in your community. I am the President of my local Rotary Club and we do things like that in our community.
There are places like Salvation Army and other not-for-profit organizations that enjoy bringing a smile to a kid's face on Christmas day and will not judge you for not being able to provide it yourself right now.
Remind yourself that you will not be in this situation every year, and when you come into some money next year or sometime in the future, remember to go back to the charity or organization that helps you out this year and give back.
Some of the best donations of toys and such things come from parents of people who have used those very services themselves at one point in the past.
Do not be afraid to approach them and ask without fear and without shame.
I wish you the best of luck.
2006-11-30 03:16:37 · answer #4 · answered by Michael 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You are fortunate that you can feed your children. Some of us will be lucky to have a full belly for Christmas. Be thankful for what you do have. We are all blessed in many ways if we just look for it. I will add you to my prayers and hope that you see that Christmas is a time to celebrate family, the birth of our Savior, and not all about material gifts.
2006-11-30 03:13:48 · answer #5 · answered by c.arsenault 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Try discounters and outlets that specialize in discontinued or overstocked products. You can usually find some really nice "new" toys without spending too much. Another option would be to find out about "adopt a family" holiday programs in your community.
2006-11-30 04:56:32 · answer #6 · answered by Justmecee 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
unpretended love is the best gift that one can give away, than any matterialistic object. A mom is the most precious gift to a child.. and the untainted love & affection of the mother is the biggest boon. So plz stop worrying, be confident to enjoy with your child on that auspicious day.
2006-11-30 03:20:29 · answer #7 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sorry you're having a bad time. I can share with you what I did today and then you can decide if you feel you are able to do it. my cousin signed me up for a taste panel. I went today and I tasted what they gave us. We were all given $15.00 in cash afterwards. it's not alot of money but it's a little something for now. Please call 1-800-242-4118 and they can tell you in your area where to go. I got the number from the card they mailed to me to remind me about my appointment today. God bless. Don't forget to call your local fire fighters too they can help too.
2006-11-30 08:06:58 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Who says there's not going to be a Christmas?
1) Gifts aren't material. Take them out to play in the snow, have a snow tea, etc. You don't have to BUY anything.
2) If you're struggling to make ends meet and you're working 3 jobs, you may want to relook at your expenses in the New Year. Not for gifts, but for your sanity.
3) Take your children to a homeless shelter to volunteer--really puts things into perspective.
4) Don't buy them gifts with money you don't have. We all have been through the hard times too.
2006-11-30 03:12:44 · answer #9 · answered by FaZizzle 7 · 1⤊ 3⤋
get help from your church or the good will. they will both be more than happy to help you out for the holidays. it wont be expenisve gifts that they give your kids but they will be gifts none the less.
and next year find your self a husband. there are plenty of men out there that would love to provide for you if you would ask im sure
2006-11-30 03:13:34 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋