Christmas Overload

Boxing day, Aunt Sherry phoned find out how Christmas had been at the Mand household and to set up a time for her annual Christmas visit.  Megan answered the phone and the conversation went something like this –

Aunt Sherry:  How was Christmas Meggie and what did you get?

Meg:  Too much.  I got too much and I can’t begin to tell you all the things I got. 

Aunt Sherry:  Sounds like you don’t need any more presents.

Meg:  Oh no.  I need more presents.  When are you coming over?

Aunt Sherry:  Around 3 pm.  See you then.

 I knew a life lesson was coming for Megan and it did.

When Aunt Sherry came, she had large presents for her sisters Meredith and Alycia, but just a tiny bag for Megan.  

Her sisters had awesome “Justin Bieber” gift bags and treats.   When Megan opened her bag, there was a McDonald’s happy meal toy and a small bag of cookies (the 100 calorie type.)

She tried to be brave.  Her sisters had figured it out, but not poor Megan.  Her face says it all.  Aunt Sherry told her that she had bought Megan a McDonald’s gift card, but since she had “too much Christmas” and since she was hungry, she used the gift card for her lunch, but saved the treat and toy for Megan.

Before the tears came, we let her off the hook.  She got a beautiful assortment of toys and treats.   Lessons learned:   Be grateful for all gifts, large or small and to have your list of Christmas gifts ready when Aunt Sherry calls next year!