I don't like how bratty my kids seem all of a sudden with their ever-growing list of "wishes". They get to the point of listing a mountain of things I already know they won't truly enjoy 10 hours after the festivities and I'm left with only 2 or 3 items they would actually enjoy. Which I would be fine with, but my wife thinks they should have a bigger fanfare on Christmas morning, like we did when we were kids.
How do other people handle Christmas? How do you get to the point where the kids get just enough without going overboard both with money and with the amount of toys?
well, Jesse and I have been battling this as well, especially since Quinlan has 2 houses that he gets many gifts at. We finally decided that we would really limit the list this year. have him ask for a few big items, and make christmas special. We're also picking up an Angel from the Angel Tree. Which I think has helped his perspective. I like explaining that there are children who have nothing, and it's special that we can do something for them! :) That might help them realize what christmas is all about, helping people in need. And to be thankful for their gifts? :)
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