Friday, December 10, 2010

Gracious Gifts



During the holiday season I always find occasion to be amazed by the generosity of others. There are so many people that shine in the service of others, it inspires me to want to give more service to others too.

The tradition of Santa Claus stems from the Saint Nicholas who was a Christian Bishop in the third century who dedicated his life to helping and serving those in need in keeping with his Christian beliefs and upbringing. For many of us Santa and Christ's birthday are holiday traditions, so in honor of Christmas and serving others we are giving away two $20 gift certificates. We hope that this will inspire you to help someone this season, whether it be in your own family, or a friend in need. Leave a comment to enter, and two winners (one gift certificate each) will be drawn on Monday!




19 comments:

  1. I think my favorite part of Christmas is helping others and making everyone's holidays the best.

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  2. That truly is what Christmas is ALL about. Thank you for the humble reminder. Merry Christmas!

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  3. I love this time of year for that reason.

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  4. I think the idea of Sweet pea has already helped a lot of people with your prices on such great things. Thank you for everything that you do!

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  5. Thank you for the wonderful reminder, Aimee. You are so generous and we are SO GRATEFUL for Sweet Pea (and Sweet Lizzies!!) in the community. =)

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  6. You are a wonderful example of giving yourself. This is a wonderful season.

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  7. That's exactly what Christmas is all about:)

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  8. Thanks for your generosity. Merry Christmas!

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  9. One of my favorite things about the holiday season is the fact that more people go out of their way to serve others. Thanks for the very generous giveaway!

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  10. Thanks for making gift giving easy with all the cute stuff at your store.

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  11. This time of year is a wonderful time, full of family and service all in one! I love it all (and your store!)

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  12. i love this time of year for that reason everyone si so giving towards everyone else!

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  13. The best part of Christmas is giving. I get more excited to give gifts than recieve them! Especially when giving to a thankful person!

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  14. we had a house fire one christmas when the kids were little and we were the recepients of many acts of kindness. it was a great reminder to always pay it forward. our family have tried since then to be the one giving to those in need. happy holidays to all!

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  15. What a wonderful time of the year! Merry Christmas!

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  16. Thanks so much sweet pea! We love your store and love the idea that we can all give more!

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  17. my mom taught us kids to save money in a jar throughout the year and then at christmas we would have something to use to give a merrier christmas to someone else. it's been fun carrying on the tradition!

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  18. I love teaching my children about the true meaning of Christmas and seeing them live it.

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