Christmas is close. School is about to be out for a while. People are buying gifts, preparing food, and making plans. Today as the small kids watched the Polar Express and the bigger ones went to the Monaco to watch the Grinch, I was given some free time. I sat and reflected on the years and the students who I’ve been associated with. Many over the years, many Christmases in those years. I’ve seen the generosity of people who have given presents to those less fortunate. I’ve also seen people give of themselves.
Heard stories today that many of our kids had their first visit to Bridge Street to see the fountain, to see the decorations. Many sat in their first movie theater ever. Bikes, clothes, toys serve their purpose; experiences move souls. Never forget a kid I coached who had never stayed in a hotel until he was with me at the Alabama State Track Championships. His eyes lit up at 16 years old and he asked , “Is it like on TV?” when he found out we were going to Disney the next year.
Love to watch their faces when the wonder of seeing something new comes over them. Just a simple “you look nice” can give a kid a boost he or she may need. As we think about “giving” this Christmas, we need to remember experiences are a gift. Making someone feel good is a gift. We may forget what someone gave us, but rarely forget how someone made us feel. Good day for a lot of kids at Elkmont Elementary today! Don’t need a lot of money to give someone something! We can all make someone feel good. One person at a time !!! Have a good one.
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