Christmas carols play merrily on the radio and in all the stores, not to mention in my head almost continuously! As I was listening to the “Twelve Days of Christmas” for the umpteenth time, I thought about taking a new spin on an old favorite.Do you know someone who could use their spirits lifted? The holidays are not always a joyful time for someone who is lonely or overworked. Perhaps it is an elderly neighbor? Or maybe a newly divorced friend? What about that single parent who is struggling to hold it together? I think it would be safe to say that we all know someone who could use a little tender loving care. Consider participating in this Secret Santa exercise as a means to spread good cheer.
For the 12 days of Christmas, drop off a small token of Christmas cheer anonymously. No, I’m not talking about hens, or turtledoves, or even lords a leaping...
Here is a list of ideas:
A table sized Christmas tree
A holiday scented soap
A holiday scented lotion
A bottle of wine or sparkling cider
A small box of chocolates
A homemade treat
A small Christmas decoration
A holiday scented candle
A bag of freshly ground coffee or box of herbal tea
A gift card for a coffee
A gingerbread house kit
A CD of holiday music
Now it may seem like you are helping to raise the spirits of someone in need … and you are. But truly that is not the only end product. You too, will feel blessed. It is invigorating to shop for little special somethings for someone you know will value them. Dropping them off in secret gets the blood flowing. And if you are lucky enough to see or hear the reactions of the recipient, your heart will swell with happiness. AskDrShook would love to hear if you give this version of the “Twelve Days of Christmas” a try. Please leave a comment and tell me how it went.
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