school help: I am a single mother of 2 boys and i can not give my kids an christmas. - Help.com

try united way… or a local church. They help out when things get hard.

You’re kids don’t need gifts. Take the day to spend with them Play cards, look through old photos, draw some decorations. Your kids will understand and won’t ever forget the time spent.

It broke my heart a little reading this.

First, be completely honest with them and tell them that Christmas day they might not receive many (or not any at all depending on your situation). I think this might be a very important thing to do, because come Christmas day they might expect something that won’t be there under the tree.

You can always supplement the gifts with something eles. Remember that this is Christmas, which alot of people seem to confuse with “Annual gift giving day”. Its about family and spending time together and making memories. Do an activity in stead that is in your reach. There is other ways to enjoy yourself and to be honest, gifts only last 10 minutes to open anyways. You can take them to do activities outside in the snow, bring them inside for hot chocolate after and maybe sit down and watch a movie with them (depending on their age of coures). They don’t need to be spoiled (like most kids), give them a different type of gift. Infact, this may actually be a good stepping stone into understand the value of money for them. Try to find things that are affordable for you that they may enjoy. Sometimes even the bet things in life are free? Just a little word of advice besides that because I am guilty of it myself and that is, dont leave it to the last minute to plan and dont make excuses. But you seem a very loving and caring mother you shouldn’t have that problem at all.

Don’t be ashamed. There is alot of programs out there that offer good advice for these types of things and many holiday charities for the case your in. Just remember to apply soon, christmas is short coming. And also don’t forget there is someone always there to help you and willing to listen. People just like you are turning to the same areas and there’s nothing to be guilty about. Be strong and I wish you luck and and the promise of a Merry Christmas.

If your on welfare you are already signed up for the holiday gift baskets so you are getting presents for the kids. You also qualify for daycare assistance so on the days that you are not in school you should be working mainly Sat & Sun that way you would have the extra money that you want. Go to your local command labor and get some temp work. Its up to you to make it happen. Hope this helps :-)

i think the Clue is on to something….

I am a married mother of two. I worked myself through school and I completely understand what you are going through. My job just went into workshare and cut all our hours. Luckily at ages 12 & 15, We were able to talk to our children. Try churches or united way. they will help. also your local boys & girls club!

What parent wants to have to sit down their young children and explain, “hey kids, i know all of your friends are going to get presents…but youre not going to get any.” definitely try churches. it may seem uncomfortable to walk into a place and ask for help, or even calling someone and asking for help…but that is exactly what churches want you to do…ASK! Life is not easy, but I think you can figure it out with all of these comments you have received. I will continue to pray for you and your family as I speak the blessings of this holiday into your lives.

How old are your boys. I also have two boys, ages 5 & 6. I can maybe send you some of their toys. They are all well taken care of and god knows that they have enough toys.

Let me know how old they are. I’m also thinking about upgrading their video game system, I have a game cube I can send you.

God bless

Broke Again,
I just wanted to say that the person to whom you responded to had to shed a tear just like i did when I saw your response to them. I am in her shoes as well and I understand how she is feeling. I have looked at some of the things people have posted and I find them sort of mean. You at least offered to help. I have nothing to give because I have nothing myself. But I did not think you should not be reconized for your offer to help her. It was nice. You know Gods blessing …

thanks lovjone

my offer still stands, I also have two boys, and adults can understand when bad financial times does not allow for exchange of presents, but I know how hard it is to see small children disappointed when there are no gifts under the xmas tree.

batestyish you can feel free to email me at dcastillo68 AT gmail.com if you wish for me to send you the gamecube. You can also email me your children’ ages. Hopefully they are around my sons age 5 & 6.

Merry xmas everyone!

Just remember, when you think you are down and out, there is always someone else that has higher needs. Be grateful for what you do have.

oh!
When i saw the opinion above of the all.I deeply understand the difficulty of morthers.But as a representator of the children,I really hope to receive a Christmas gift.I had ever saw a music box on www.b2c-support.com,very cheap and beautiful.I suggest all of the morther may have a look for you child,just give them a surprise on Christmas day!
Merry Christmas!!!