Make a Memory by Elaine Hardt

Make a memory with your children,
Spend some time to show you care;
Toys and trinkets can't replace those
Precious moments that you share.
Money doesn't buy real pleasure,
It doesn't matter where you live;
Children need your own attention,
Something only you can give.
Childhood's days pass all too quickly,
Happy memories all too few;
Plan to do that special something,
Take the time to go or do.
Make a memory with your children,
Take the time in busy days;
Have some fun while they are growing,
Show your love in gentle ways.
-Elaine Hardt, Make a Memory

Although I have written several times about the value of giving your children a memory over a thing, I thought that these words from Elaine Hardt made this point quite remarkably.   As we head into the gift giving season, I hope that you will take this suggestion to heart.