As a kid, I dreamed of the day that we got our Fleet Farm Christmas catalog in the mail. That meant not only Christmas was around the corner, but that it was time to start thinking of what we wanted for Christmas. Of the 25 things we circled, we normally only got one or two of them, but for that, I am very thankful.
Growing up, my Family didn't live a we want lifestyle, it was very much a what do you need. We always got socks and underwear along with a few movies we really liked or a clothing item we could use. Beyond that our stocking was full of our favorite cereals that we didn't buy on a regular basis, some candy, and some fun food.
One of my favorite gifts that I look forward to every year is my ornament. Since we were born, every year my Parents picked out an ornament that summarized out past year. This way, by the time we moved out, we had enough ornaments to decorate our own tree. So in 2011, I got a graduation cap. When I turned 16, it was a car. I can only imagine what this year will be since I just turned 21.
Of course every year, Santa brought us one big gift. One year it was a new sled. I remember getting a GameBoy for one of the years and Dale and I had to share it. I can't thank my parents enough for not spoiling us. I have learned over the years that Christmas is 1 day out the year and the last thing you want to teach your kids is to be greedy on that one day.
Since we are getting to the point in the year when we start thinking about Christmas, I can't help but think about what I want. If I was 5, I could easily open up the Fleet Farm catalog and go crazy, but I am not 5 anymore. I am at a loss of what I want for Christmas because in all sincerity, I need nothing. I have a bed, clothes, plenty of food, and a job. What more could I ask for?
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