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I am a mother of 7 children.I have 5 boys and 2 girls.

One of my sons passed away about two years ago. For the past 4 years my husband has slowly isolated me,kept me from earning any income and verbally/physically abused mostly me but my kids too. I finally made my mind up that at all cost, I was going to get myself and my babies out of that situation! That is exactly what I have done. My husband left,taking the car and all the finances with him. I have now been hired to start work very soon. I am so grateful that I have been able to get employment even though it is going to be dificult without transportation and my youngest daughter being only 1 with no daycare for her. I know things will work out though! At a time like this I am really concerned about how I am going to provide a nice Christmas for my kids. Although I know that Christmas is not about getting gifts,the kids don’t understand that. I am in desparate need of help to provide my kids with a nice Christmas that will bring them happiness and good memories. They really deserve it after all that they have endured! If anyone would be willing to help, I would be very grateful!

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2 years, 7 months ago (8 minutes after post)

You should explain to them your situation. The best gift could be realism. There are many ways to celebrate even in the hard times you are having and next year will be much better. I hope this helps.

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An Unknown Location | 2 years ago (6 months, 3 weeks after post)

To make christmas special for them , have each one of the older children make a special hand made gift to put under the tree, it could be cookies, a paper doll with paper clothes to cut out, think creatively , i know i must be hard with 7 children, all you can do , is ” the best you can ” and so far you have done just that. just be proud of the fact you made the choice to change your abusive situation not just for your children but for yourself and that is the best christmas gift you could give to your family.
Best wishes and have a merry christmas, the best years are just ahead, one issue at a time and one day at a time

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