to call someone you haven't spoke to in a while or just lend a helping hand.  I don't intend this post to be negative but the holidays are upon us and not everyone has it as good as others.  This time of the year brings many suicides to those who are alone or in a financial bind, amongst other bad situations.   Domestic disputes/violence also increases as we ease into Christmas.  I don't know why this happens during this wonderful time of the year but it does. Actually, I do know of many reasons.  Remember this before you argue with your spouse.  In most states there is a zero tolerance for domestic violence and if the police find any signs of physical abuse then they are under obligation to make an arrest. Even if the victim refuse prosecution, an arrest is still made.  Don't spend the holidays behind bars.  I'm not saying there is a good time for domestics and suicides but peoples tolerance levels seem to decrease around this time.  So think twice and be the wiser person and leave for a while to cool off if things get a bit heated.  Don't raise your fist.   Make an effort to help someone in need and you might just save a life.  

Yeah i used to hate this time of the year.Most people overdo it...IMO

Me and my spouse usually make up for our lost of christmas after...we just make sure the little guy has a decent one.We aren't the richest or the poorest....we just get by most of the time.We've promised ourselves we would never overdo it budget wise.Afterall most people forget it's not about the things,mostly about the things we have to be thanksful for.And it's christ's birthday.

Thank you for posting this Bassn'.

It seems most have forgotten what christmas is all about, i remember when i was younger it was presents presents and more presents but now that i am older i could careless what i get as long as im surrounded by good family and friends. a nice rod wouldnt hurt though ;D.

Sometimes, the best gift you can give, is yourself.  Be there for someone who needs you whether they asked you to or not.