Guest post by Marcie
While I save and "spend within my means" (sometimes I really hate that term!) during this holiday season, sometimes it can get a little frustrating knowing that I need to keep within my budget for gifts. It's pretty hard not to get caught up in the 'buying' madness.
First it was just Black Friday, but now I need to resist spending for Small Business Saturday AND Cyber Monday, too?! And while subscribing to Groupon and other local coupon deals help save money, it's not been helping me to resist the temptation to go beyond that budget and shop 'til I drop. Because, heck, it's 60% off for crying out loud!!!!
I needed to come back to Earth before I destroyed my checking account.
I began to search for heartwarming photos and stories to help me see beyond the lie that having the perfect gifts would automatically equate to a perfect holiday season. I found it.
The following videos are surprise holiday homecomings from our men and women who sacrifice every day: our military. I often forget that many families go without the one thing they want most, their friends and family...
After watching these, much humbled and a bit puffy-eyed, I am reminded how thankful I am for these families that serve together. I hope you'll join me in this spirit and watch these videos.
And a whole montage of great surprise military holiday homecoming here, too.
Thank you, United States Military, for serving. I wish you a peaceful and safe holiday.
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