Seasons of Giving
The Christmas count down has officially begun and with only 20 days left until the "big day" people's minds are focused on filling Christmas wish lists and purchasing supplies for holiday baking, the big Christmas feast and even New Years celebrations. This is also the time of year when many people donate to charities and just like stores depend on Black Friday and Cyber Monday to get out of the red, many charity organizations depend on Christmas time to fill their budget for the entire year. Bell ringers can be found outside many stores, charities such as Angel Tree ministries, and local food banks are sending out fliers requesting financial donations or gifts for young children. And many of these organizations know they will struggle greatly throughout the upcoming year if they don't receive enough Christmas donations. And though I don't oppose Christmas giving, I often wonder why so many people only think to give at this time of year. Even many Christia