With working two jobs, I have had many encounters with many different kinds of people. A lot of those people have the biggest hearts and a good sense of humor.
While folding little girls t-shirts with pictures of puppies and glitter on the front, I heard a woman's voice behind me, "Excuse me, I'm looking for a coat." I turned around and saw a grandmother in raggedy clothes. I thought she was talking about getting a coat for herself, but she went on to tell me that her two granddaughters were in need of a warm coat for the winter and she needed to buy one for both of them. After helping her find two little coats, I asked her if she wanted me to get her anything else. Without hesitation, this sweet grandmother looked at me, smiled, and kindly said, "No thank you. You have a wonderful Christmas." I watched her walk away to buy the two coats in her hand.
I stood there awestruck at what had just happened. Here was someone who was in need of so many things, and yet she was very adamant at getting something someone else needed.
I reminded me of the Savior. How He sacrificed everything for us. He died for us. And He gave us everything. So now it's the time of year when we get to celebrate His birth. Let's not forget the reason for the season. Give to someone in need.
I hope that we can all remember what the Savior has done for us. Have a merry Christmas!
