We spent a lot of time talking together about what Christmas means this week, and how lucky we really are. Jasmin asked lots of questions and gave a lot of thought into her chosen present. She chose a teddy as it would be ok for either a boy or a girl and said that everybody loves a teddy. For the mums we chose some shower gel, and body lotion along with a hair brush. I was originally going to buy bubble bath for the mums present, but Jasmin said they may not have a bath, very perceptive I thought.
Walking through the town centre we stopped at the War Memorial, which had lots of poppies and crosses on, again this lead to lots of discussions about people who had lost loved ones helping us to live in a safer world.
Jasmin also wanted to put some money into the Macmillan charity. Somebody was walking around the centre as part of his sponsored walk to raise money for such a fantastic charity. Jasmin was given the opportunity for a photo with one of the olympic torches.
Finishing off, we went through Orchard Square where there was a book stall giving out free books. Jasmin chose a book: 'Jesus Loves You', and it turned out to be a colouring book so she was very happy, and the gentleman, who was representing a local church, also gave her a pencil.
His church does this every year. It was lovely for Jasmin to also receive a gift and to know what it feels like to receive something special and unexpected.
A very reflective and rewarding day .xxx
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