The Christmas Pledge

Believing in the true sprit of Christmas, I commit myself to:

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Remember those people who truly need my gifts.

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Express my love in more direct ways than gifts.

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Examine my holiday activites in light of my deepest values.

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Be a peacemaker within my circle of friends and family.

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Rededicate myself to my spiritual growth.

From "Unplug the Christmas Machine"

I also pledge to:

~ Have a debt-free Christmas. If I can't afford it - I won't buy it!

~ Change 2009 by:

Spend more time in my home.

Hug the kids more.

Kiss the Hubby

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Play with the dog

Work outside

Stay on our budget

Speaking of the dog...

I'm posting these down because I feel like if I am willing to make a lifestyle change at Christmas; which I am and have, shouldn't I live that way year around? If this is the life I desire, it can't just be at Christmas that I "don't spend so much." It needs to be daily!

Now, I'm off-line to make more yummy goodies - in my home, my warm, fireplace heated home. Ahhhh. I do love Christmas time!