Adopting a family

Every Christmas the ER adopts a needy family for the holidays. This year we adopted a family of 4 kids and mom. The dad died of cancer. I am always amazed at how little they ask for and I really enjoy buying for them. The 16 year old son asked for burger king and movie gift cards but fortunately they have to list their clothing sizes. I was able to get him a lot of clothes and of course shopping for 2 litle girls was a blast. The 17 year old girl was a little tougher but jewelry and gift cards will let her pick out some things. I'm also amazed at how you have to push people to give in wealthy Oakland county. A lot of the staff do not want to be bothered. I wish more people would get their kids less and involve them in giving. I don't know how much my kids remember the process but they helped me shop every year. Anyway it is one of the best parts for me of all the hoopla