Words cannot adequately describe how much this book touched my heart. I'm a busy new wife with 4 small children, grown children and grandchildren, so you can imagine how busy and hectic our Christmases are. We try to do things for others, have fun ourselves and all while pinching pennies. Even for us, this book was a blessing! It's packed with ideas of things to do, recipes and crafts to make, and thoughts about the true spirit of giving and receiving. I had heard before that it's about giving of yourself but this book gives practical ideas on many sensitive topics like how to be sensitive to those who are divorced, widowed, single, struggling in different ways and how to practically show them you care. Our kids have loved the craft ideas and are making most of their Christmas gift this year. They even had a lively debate about supporting local farmers and the environment by buying a locally grown tree. This book keeps you thinking and encourages you to examine why and how you do the things you do at Christmas. This year I'm looking forward with joy (not dread) to the time we'll have as a family for shopping and making presents, doing our usual traditions and just spending time together making memories. Buy This Book! You'll Never Regret It!